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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1916
Page
6
In Gilmore City Iowa on August 18 Thad Bonnie survived a head on crash between a four passenger jitney and a streetcar. The wreck killed two men and left another seriously injured while Thad escaped with his wife, though badly shaken and clothingless with extensive injuries. He vowed to abandon jitneys.
Walter Boyce, son of the Rolfe family, wed Helen Len tat in Des Moines near St Am brose cathedral. The ceremony was at 3 pm with only relatives present. The couple then hosted a luncheon at Mrs Lennan's home and left for Fort Rouge after the reception. Mr Boyce works for the American Surety Co. and has resided in Des Moines about three years.
Letter discusses Spangler changing his paper address to Ralston and notes his election to a local position with a salary increase. He praises The Arrow and compares it to past efforts, urging support for local public schools and the printer. The piece laments one sided boosting and recalls the Rolfe tools.
A fragmentary item from a New York gossip column hints at a person named Sus and a discussion about her plans home. The text is unclear but suggests a weeklong theme and a warm reception in social circles.
Morning preaching by the pastor on What of The Christ. Sunday school after the service. Christian Endeavor meets at 7:00 PM with a contest. Evening union service addressed by the pastor on Lower Values Turned Into Higher Values.
Rolfe Alumni Association plans its annual banquet at K P Castle Hall next Tuesday August 24 to reunite old members and welcome new. Old Stiff Formality will be barred and the evening features a mock Chautauqua headlined by The Great Klondyke Orchestra Prof Reno Billy Sunday with Virg Hancher as manager plus barn dance and initiations for new members.
Drivers in Rolfe are urged to stay on the right side of the street when turning corners to prevent accidents. The hazardous corner near Mra Fae Me Ewen and the bank is discussed for possible signs, but drivers must act with care despite prior warnings like Sound your Klaxon.
Ward Ferguson, returning from Ellendale North Dakota, reports large wheat crops and strong farming profits. He notes a 310 acre wheat field stands tall and straight, signaling prosperity as the belt of growth shifts westward.
About thirty members of the Martin Weible family and relatives by marriage gathered last Sunday at the 8 B Whitmore home east of town for a reunion. Hosts Mr and Mrs Whitmore provided a fine gathering as guests enjoyed a memorable day.
Contractor Rankin recently purchased an electrical floor scraper. The device uses a revolving sandpaper cylinder at high speed and a vacuum attachment to collect debris, easing back strain from extensive sanding work in the city.
A reflective verse by S. W. Gillian urges self scrutiny by personifying the reader as another and examining faults. It contrasts the faults found in self with tolerance for others and ends with the idea that self observation strengthens love's chain. Published in Success Magazine.
Spirit Lake Aug 14 reports the fatal crash in a fifteen mile auto race killing R E Donaldson Milford Ind and mechanic Charles Wilcox. Donaldson's sons Orville and Flavis Donaldson won first and second in the same event. Otto Flume escaped serious injury in a separate lap crash. Donaldson owned the Emden car once prize winner at Indianapolis races.
An inter-county meet brings Calhoun Buena Vista Pocahontas and Webster counties to the Manson fair September 1 2 and 3 with eleven events. Entries are by town one per event with eligibility for county residents and prizes include cups medals and banners.
Frank Fairburn’s son George fell from a merry go round during the Fonda fair injuring a broken arm. The incident occurred while Fairburn watched the group of children and turned to find the ticket holder. George will recover as school resumes September 6th.
A Journal and Times report states Fonda carries a city indebtedness of 28715 dollars while Rolfe has none. Fonda owns a water works and electric light plants and possibly a city hall, whereas Rolfe owns only a water works. Water receipts were 1783.06 with 2610.93 in expenses, a deficit over 800. Fire protection value equals this deficit. Electric plant receipts were 4657.26 with 58656.81 in expenses, a near 1200. Rolfe purchases street lighting from a local firm for 800 dollars.
Members of the Tuesday Club travelled to Fort Dodge yesterday at the invitation of Mrs. M. B. Thompson to be entertained at her home. The party included Mesdames Fae McEwen M. R. Fisher C. Seifert C. W. Slefkin PA McCray B. L. Hollis J. T. Grant Hille and Miss Neille for a very enjoyable day.
Raymond W. Rogers, longtime physical director in North Des Moines grade schools and at North High, was elected head gymnastic director at Iowa State College Ames. His duties will center on welfare of students connected with the Ames gymnasium with a Sep opening.
In departing from the usual custom of thanking neighbors and friends through the press, a family offers gratitude for the kindness shown during the birth of their seventh son on March 2, 1886 and the sorrow of losing the husband and father. They acknowledge support from relatives, the pastor, and the community, and cite scripture to express gratitude and reverence.
The Rolfe baseball team defeated Pocahontas county by eight to nine after an error filled game that forced Pocahontas pitcher to retire. Rolfe will travel to West Bend for a Sunday game.
The J. E. Schnug family left today for Okoboji Jake where they have rented a cottage and will enjoy a few days outing. The Dr Slefkin and Dr Hollis family accompany them for the trip.
George Adkins suffered a double fracture of the leg last Monday while employed by the county on a grade north of Rolfe when a four horse evener end broke loose and struck him. He received medical care from Drs. Hollis and Beam after being brought to town by Supervisor Klein. his prognosis is cautiously hopeful and the county has casualty insurance to cover the loss.
The Methodist Episcopal Church led by Rev. C S Burnette calls for immediate benevolence subscriptions as the six weeks left in the church year pass. Stephen Haboush from Palestine spoke at union service and again on Holy Land. Tonight at 8 o'clock prayer meeting includes election of a lay delegate to the Annual Conference. All members over twenty one may vote. Pilgrim's Progress lecture to follow and Epworth League contest continues with two weeks left. Sermon at 10:30 A M Sunday on Unjust Judgments. Sunday school 11:45. Union services at 8 with Dr McGagney. All invited.
A woman police figure stops a traveling booze joint in Pocahontas Iowa August 18 by taking bottles from an automobile, smashing them to spill the whisky as bystanders look on.
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