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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1940
Page
2
Six young aerialists perform a death defying act at the Kos County fair infield. The synchronized routine pairs gravity with grace as Johnny Gordon hangs head down from a crane bar, risking a 90 foot drop if a misstep occurs.
Description of youths sliding down a rope into a small net used for a trick. The net appears insufficient and mispositioned for safety in case of an accident, raising concerns about risk and proper safety measures.
Iowa Insurance Department certifies Washington National Insurance Company of Chicago Illinois is authorized to transact ordinary and group life and health insurance in Iowa until April 1 1941. The December 31 1939 sworn statement shows assets 844 716 523.40 liabilities excluding capital 41 452 690.80 capital paid up 1 250 000.00 surplus over all liabilities 2 013 832.60 and policyholders surplus 3 263 832.60. Des Moines May 6 1940 CHAS R FISCHER Commissioner of Insurance.
Richard Smith, 16, son of Mr and Mrs Lester Smith, wrecked his father’s car one night. He drove to the family farm lane left an apologetic note and disappeared for parts unknown leaving police and parents seeking him.
Fourteen members plus two new members and two leaders met Tuesday July 23 at Mildred Stou lil home. Members shared why they enjoy music gems while Mardella Aden presented Fishing Boats. Evelyn Carlsen discussed mounting insects and flowers and Marvella Ralle offered posture training tips. Pictures were taken for the 4 H fair and lunch was served by the hostess and her mother.
The club demonstration team Beryl White and Mary Margaret Brinkman presented "Winsome Window Ways" at the Garfield Go-Getters 4-H meeting at Dorothy Jones's home on July 25. Eight girls attended. Mary Isabella Chambers spoke on conservation and fair plans were discussed. Lunch was served.
The Garfield Go-Getters met at the homes of Phyllis and Beverly DeWolf on July 18 starting at 10 AM. Members brought materials for memory and conservation books, shared a covered-dish noon meal, and planned the August 15 and 16 4-H fair. Beverly DeWolf and Betty Johnson were named to assist with the county feature. Attending were Beryl White, Mary Margaret Brinkman, Betty Johnson, Mary Isabelle Chambers, Beverly DeWolf, Dorothy Jones, Ruth Ives, Phyllis DeWolf, plus Mary Margaret Freeman from San Bernardino California, Marie Hosier, and Mrs. Atlo Ives.
Beverly F P Sherman son of Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin H Sherman of Hollywood and Lois Strahl daughter of Mrs. Aca Clifford Strahl of Whittier were married Sunday July 21 at Arlington Christian Church Los Angeles in a ceremony attended by about four hundred guests with organ selections by Ray Linn of CBS on arrival.
Wildlife specialist describes the Dickcissel as a common fence row and hedge bird in midwest pastures. It proclaims the bird’s distinctive call, nesting on ground in meadows, and feeding on grasshoppers May through August.
The ceremony featured guests James Burke and Mary Robinson at the organ. Bridesmaids Ruth Ketchum, Dorothy Nelson, and Dolly West Wood led in Lohengrin’s march. Beverly wore a lily of the valley bouquet on a satin gown. Ben Sherman served as best man. After honeymoons at Huntington Lake, the couple will reside in Los Angeles where the groom works as a deputy in the County Probation Department.
Farmers often delay worm treatment until damage is evident. The notice urges immediate use of Dr Salsbury’s ROTA CAPS to remove tapeworms and roundworms without harming egg production or growing birds, warning a 3 to 1 chance of current wormy birds.
Ww F Schneck and Rev Albert L Howland of Stanley North Dakota will occupy the pulpit next Sunday for the church's sole service. Sunday school is paused for two weeks and choir practice is scheduled for Thursday night.
The Worsters express sincere thanks to neighbors and friends for help with corn cultivation and oat harvesting during their illness and for any other assistance received.
We thank neighbors and friends for the spiritual bouquet floral offerings and kindnesses at the time of our mother’s death and burial. Special gratitude to Mrs. Angelina Hamilton Mrs. LaNora Fargo Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jensen Mr. and Mrs. Joe Meisenbach for help in the harvest field.
Pocahontas county 4-H boys and girls will receive health exams this week from their family doctors. Each member has a score sheet and health certificate to be reviewed. The top boy and top girl judged by doctors will be rechecked by a committee to select county representatives for the State fair. Participants must be 15, active 4-H members, and farm residents.
Railroad officials and the Consumer's Counsel of the Coal commission urge early coal purchases this season. With looming war production, a car shortage and hard winter threaten supply. Dealers warned of potential “no pay, no coal” if bills aren’t paid promptly, affecting customer service and delivery.
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