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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1924
Page
5
A reflection on advertising in the day, arguing that reputable merchants build trust through fair dealing and honest ads. It asserts that consistent advertisers back their goods, protect customers from fraud, and help thrifty readers find new, good products and best places to buy.
A Rolfe community note warns against Klan activity after reporting on a Oklahoma tour and local opposition. The piece also covers the Rolfe Golf Club mixed tournament won by Gussie Bruce and Art Peterson with a 49 44 finish and describes ladies golf contests and clubhouse improvements at the park.
Rolfe Chautauqua directors and guarantors are asked to convene at Ward Ferguson's office Monday evening August 11. The board meets at 7:30 and guarantors at 8:00 to organize for next year and discuss plans for the undertaking's success. All signers are urged to attend.
The D M T community club will meet at the D M T school house on Monday evening August 1. All those interested in this year's fair are urged to attend. Conrad G Maiorowicz secretary.
The speaker declares resilience against misinformation and deception likening the spread to a prairie fire. They promise to trace the issue to its end, noting destruction will occur as material is exhausted and blackened stubble remains. The message preaches vigilance amid looming hardship.
A Simonson Ford coupe was stolen from a farm about 4 45 am on Wednesday. A suspicious man was seen the night before and a chase ensued led by Martin Peterson and P M Petersons sons. The car headed north toward Emmetsburg, crashed near the bank, and the thief fled into a cornfield before the sheriff arrived. No suspect captured by press time.
The Hawkeye Fair and Exposition booster caravan will arrive in Rolfe on Monday August 11 at 10 50 and stay until 11 46 am. It features 200 enthusiastic boosters an electric calliope and other entertainment as it travels to Pocahontas Rolfe Gilmore City and Bradgate inviting locals to meet the crew and enjoy a day of booster sounds and fun.
A recent survey shows about one half of workers in the motor car industry lack normal vision. The key concern remains whether drivers can see well enough to operate vehicles safely.
Baldy Wetzel a.k.a the Bald Headed Music Maker brings his Stock Company to Rolfe for August 11 12 and 18. The Hartley Sentinel praises the troupe as a clean talented act with an in tent orchestra and strong road show prospects.
The Pocahontas County Credit Bureau held a meeting last Friday night where articles of incorporation were read and adopted establishing a nine member board of directors from each town. A meeting is planned in Pocahontas tomorrow to organize the bureau and begin operations with a permanent office and a secretary. About 160 businessmen have joined the organization to ensure its success.
The Womans Missionary Society of the Methodist church will gather at Mrs. B F Chambers and Mrs C W Lighters home on Friday afternoon August 8 at 2 30 oclock. Mrs H D Brinkman leads the lesson and a short mite box program follows as boxes are opened All members are urged to bring or send mite boxes for the report.
A staged mystery unfolds at Laurens Place-Restaurant with two speakers debating a past act on a man named Bruce and a reference to Vance. The dialogue hints at a threatening pattern and asks what fate befell Vance to foresee a similar outcome.
Officials report the state exposition calves will be the largest display in the United States with 560 beeves judged as the finest in Iowa. The grand championships will be decided at the Iowa State Fair from August 20 to 29, with thousands of dollars offered for top prizes to the winning farmers.
The Ku Klux Klan held a large konklave in Bailey pasture northwest of town Tuesday evening. An estimated crowd of about 2 000 attended, with autos parading and a cross lit by electric lights. Several attendees were ejected for lacking invitations and a former pastor from Fonda spoke before reporters left at 11 30 PM.
The annual "baseball fever" event features Arch Mather leading the West Side Tigers against Billy Bell directing the West Side Yanks on Tuesday August 12 at 4:00 p.m. Baldy Wetzel will umpire in clownish fashion as fans from East and West Side are urged to attend wearing rubber boots for the anticipated blood and sweat.
The oat harvest finished early in the week and farmers report one of the best crops in the area. Predictions from the district estimate 60 to 75 bushels per acre for oats, aided by recent showers. Threshing will begin soon if weather permits, while heat and rain have boosted corn growth and soil moisture.
Confirmation class meets Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in the church. Service next Sunday at 10:80 o'clock. English U. P. meeting Sunday evening at 8:00 o'clock. Everyone is welcome at all services. A note warns that gambling leads to job loss.
Rolfe's golf team lost to Iowa Falls in the final Boone Valley Association match at Eagle Grove ending Rolfe’s unbeaten run this season. Iowa Falls led the standings with 67 points to Rolfe’s 56, with Eagle Grove and Clarmond trailing as top contenders. The Rolfe club, though outplayed by veteran golfers, finished with creditable performances and hopes for third place in the final tally. The article also notes a county W C T U convention set for August 12 at Rolfe Presbyterian Church with a full program and luncheon.
The Boys Pig Club of Garfield township met with County Agent Delan at Lester Applegate home. They discussed parliamentary law and planned a tour to inspect each member's pigs and discuss lots and rations with guests H D Brinkman M P Hancher and H F Olerich. Mrs Applegate served refreshments.
A fragment describes a front porch refuge and a wicker chair as a quiet escape on Sunday afternoon while speed fiends are active in the area. The tone hints at a nostalgic or reflective moment amid urban activity.
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