Rolfe Chautauqua Gains National Recognition
The Rolfe chautauqua was named one of fifteen in the United States to receive a speaker from the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. An eloquent young orator will stay six days here before moving on to Winona Lake Indiana for further presentations on the world’s wartorn state.
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U. S
Carnegie Endowment For International Peace
Winona Lake
Ind
Zeke
K. of P. Lodge
Werd Ferguson
Doc Hollis
Jim Wilson
Order
George Cook
K. P. Lodge
George
E. P. Lodge
Mars
Jay
King David
Richard the Third
Carl White
Charlie Webb
Elmer Colebaugh
Altho
Doc Young
Sanhedrim
Geo. Hewlett
John Barleycorn at Scenic Mon April 19 under WCTU
John Barleycorn by Jack London to be shown six reels at Scenic Mon on Monday evening April 19 under the WCTU auspices. The film follows the author’s life with liquor from childhood, offering realism and romance as a temperance message. The piece aims to inspire and educate with a strong moral narrative.
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John Barleycorn
Jack London
Grace Bradshaw Re-elected County Superintendent
A Pocahontas convention to choose a county superintendent re-elected Grace D. Bradshaw without opposition. Local attendees included F A Malcolm C Sroute B Whitmore J H Hewlett and J H Pollock. The meeting featured discussion on school consolidation with opposition voiced and speeches called for.
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Pocahontas
F. A. Malcolm
Charles Sroute
B. Whitmore
J. H. Hewlett
J. H. Pollock
Misa
Grace D. Bradshaw
Chas. Sroute
F.C. Gilchrist
Laurens
Card of Thanks to Rolfe Friends for Support
The family thanks the old friends at Rolfe for tender assistance and sympathetic ministries during the burial of their mother. They will remember the people of Rolfe with kindly feelings for their many acts during bereavements. Mr. and Mrs. AE Hunter, Mr. and Mrs R W Rogers, Mr. and Mrs J T Milter.
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Rolfe
Tony
AE. Hunter
R. W. Rogers
Mras
First National Bank Adopts Burroughs Ledger Machine
The First National Bank installs a Burroughs Ledger Posting and Statement Machine to automate balance updates and check processing. The unit features an electric motor and automatic cutoff after leave, enabling a Monthly Statement System for quick customer access. P R Leever handles installation and training, inviting customers to view the demonstration.
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First National Bank
Burroughs
P. R. Leever
Burroughs Company
Tragedy in Didsbury: Mrs Reynolds Dies After Childbirth
Mrs T E Reynolds dies at home near Didsbury Alberta after giving birth to a baby who also dies. Husband Mr Reynolds and son were away on a wood run when illness struck Monday. eight children survive, funeral attended by family and friends from Pocahontas and Rolfe regions.
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T E. Reynolds
Didsbury
Alberta
Mr. Reynolds and Son
Emmet
Iowa
Humboldt
Quinvey
John Clark Bosworth
Alva
Howard
Clark
Mr. Bosworth
Unique
Truman KE. Reynolds
Dakota City
Glenwood
Norwegian Lutheran Church Services Announcement
The Norwegian Lutheran church invites all to attend the Sabbath services at the usual hour led by Pastor C L Daleelde. The Ladies Aid Society regular meeting has been postponed due to illness.
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C.L. Daleelde
Ladies’ “Aid Society
Wave Roberts Presbyterian Church
Chautauqua Praised for Community Impact and Delight
Community letters extol the Chautauqua for bringing outside thought and inspiration, national and world figures, and wholesome entertainment. The writer urges continued support to make the event bigger and better for local youth and all residents of Rolfe.
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Rolfe
Easter Evening Program at Presbyterian Church
Easter program drew the largest church audience yet as the Presbyterian congregation enjoyed a varied program. Readings, recitations, vocal solos, and an anthem highlighted the evening with remarks by the pastor and a subsequent note on communion and a platform meeting discussing the Social Center Question with local speakers.
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Presbyterian Church
J. H. Brinkman
Mary McEwen
Isabelle Bruce Herent
Oliver
Mrs. Allen
Chauncy Cleaver
Lucile Meech
Pauline ‘Wilson
Susan Roberts
Sarahbel
Quinsland
Nellie Grant
F. Chambers
Neva Johnson
Howard Johnson
Russell Glaesner
C. H. Moon
Marion Bruce
the Arrow
Cook sells Variety Store to Weeks as business grows
Local report notes Geo R Cook disposed of the Variety Store to Chas Weeks after building a strong trade. Weeks, known for past restaurant ventures, is expected to carry on the store’s success. The notice hints the family will remain nearby and continues routine service at the core of the business.
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Geo. R. Cook
Chas
Weeks
Mr. Cook
Seven Cook
Cook
Town Council Reports Water Works and Debt Status
At a Monday city council meeting officials announced the town wiped out $2500 in bonded indebtedness from the prior year. A new pump house and engine cost about $1500, five blocks of mains were added for $1400, and street work totaled $630. Water extensions funded by warrants left about $1300 debt, offset by $1500 in funds, keeping Rolfe debt free. Tax and miscellaneous receipts are itemized, with a treasurer’s report to follow next week.
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Rolfe
Elias Day Delivers Memorable Night at High School Course
Elias Day, prince of entertainers, wowed a handsome audience at the M. E. church Friday night in the High School Lecture and Entertainment Course. The performer combined talent personality and originality to portray diverse dialects and characters including German Norwegian Italian and Irish. His Knute’s ride story and vivid humor drew hearty laughter and praise for natural classy presentations.
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Elias Day
M. E
Mr. Day
Day
Knute
Easter Sunday at Methodist Episcopal Church
The Methodist Episcopal Church reports fine attendance with a morning cantata and an evening Easter sermon. Sunday school set a record attendance and raised about 120 dollars for missions. Evening services feature music by the orchestra and a sermon series on Spiritual Lessons From Great Books, including The Scarlet Letter.
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Eastor
Epworth League
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Rolfe Chautauqua
Sopomores
Breshmen
Lou White
Ron Wiewel
Miss Bradshaw
T. E. Reynolds
Southwestern, Weekly
Association — Advertising
Chicago
Charley Webb
Fred Malcolm
Ford Thomas
Ed Schnug
Bradgate
Des Moines
William
Ward Ferguson
Wallace Wheeler
Ike Jamison
Sarah Jane
Zekiel
Riibutes
Imanuel
Nepal
GEO. BR
Geek
Lutheranias
Cweather
Cicles
Methodist Episcopal Church
Burnette
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