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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1919
Page
6
Candidate for governor from the Dems, Mr. Deems, tours to Rolfe on May 6 under a unique campaign method. Arranged by W. D. Miller, the visit aims to let voters meet him before casting ballots. Deems traces a long career from coal mine mule driver at eleven to railway machinist and rising through every rank.
The article notes Mr. Deems, former Iowa food administrator, will tour Rolfe next Thursday forenoon, Laurens Wednesday afternoon, and Pocahontas Thursday afternoon. He studied law, earned admission to the bar but never practiced, and later managed a farm near Burlington.
Regular Wo man s Club meeting set for May 7 with the political equality department in charge Mrs W Siefkin will review work by Miss Marie Ames from the April school of citizenship unpaid dues due by May 7 to cover the last meeting before the annual luncheon A class play is announced for tomorrow night.
The Chain Gang H N Wheeler H F Olerich and CG B Bowen were escorted in chains to Des Moines on Friday amid a public procession through the streets to the Shrine Temple. Supporters and entertainers from the Rolfe group accompanied the convoy as onlookers watched the detainees march in handcuffs.
Several members of the Pythian Sisters' order journeyed to Laurens last Friday evening to assist in instituting a lodge there. The delegation included Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wiley, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. McIntire, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Nogegle, Misses Katherine LeRoy, Margaret Ferguson, Helen Mather, Bess Cuff, Gladys Larson, Jane Gadd, and Noble MacVey. Despite some road difficulties, the trip was enjoyable and Laurens hosts received high praise for their hospitality.
Mrs M Minkler Leafy DeMill born November 16 1850 in Broom County New York daughter of Leman DeMill and his wife. Married Mortimer Windslow Minkler September 7 1868 at Coffins Grove Iowa. Lived in Edgewood Clayton County Delaware County and finally Plover Iowa where she resided on a farm for decades. Survived by husband four children six grandchildren two brothers Arden and Warner DeMill one sister Celia Penrod and many friends. She suffered a sudden long illness ending April 21 1920 at age 69 years 5 months and 5 days. A Baptist in faith she lived a devoted life and was beloved by her family and community.
Rolfe gears up for a gala Wednesday June 2 as its one year old Pythian Sisters chapter hosts the Tenth District convention. Lodges from Emmetsburg Spirit Lake Estherville Spencer Milford Sheldon Sutherland Clear Lake Gilmore City Lake Park Graettinger Laurens and Cherokee will send at least seventy five visitors. Grand Chief Mrs Maude Cooper of Newton Past Grand Chief Mrs Gertrude Snyder of Des Moines G M of R and C Mrs Bertha Cruver of Spencer and D D GC Mrs Harriett Loss of Ocheyedan will attend. Local merchants will display Pythian colors and Rolfe members seek room rentals via order contacts.
The Pocahontas Sunday School Association announces its annual convention will be held Monday and Tuesday, May 3 and 4, at the Presbyterian and Methodist churches in Rolfe. State workers Herbnecht and Miss Dean will speak on school matters. organizers urge attendance. Also notes Morris Minnesota reports show similar spring delays due to cold and lingering winter conditions.
Writers warn that if Carranza loses momentum the editorial page will seek a new target for provocative columns and hot takes. The note hints at shifting political angles and audience reactions as a consequence of changing events.
A reflective meditation on enduring spirit and reunion beyond the shore. The speaker notes prayers offered in our behalf and anticipates meeting loved ones again, feeling at home with eternal love even without active lips.
A W C T U meeting at the W P Wheeler home on Thursday April 22 drew over fifty members and friends. Mrs Philpot of Cedar Falls conducted devotion and spoke on the union’s work. Paul ine Lothian and Marie Wheeler became White Ribbon recruits. The discussion covered the movie peril and parental responsibility, with light refreshments served and a generous silver offering.
T M Simonson E E Wilcox Louis Simonson and Edgar Cornell attended the Pocahontas County Breeders Association meeting Friday evening. They found roads in good shape to the city limits but poor beyond, with some breeders from the south forced to abandon cars and walk the last twelve to fifteen miles. They urge street improvements before a courthouse project. Meanwhile a domestic note remarks how dad is cheerfully paying household bills, growing into both a Solomon and a martyr in his old age.
The Senior Class presents Cupid at Vassax in the high school auditorium tomorrow night. The clever production showcases the class's talent and is a welcomed annual event in the community.
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