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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1917
Page
5
A fragmented OCR snippet mentions a medical society and sessions with unclear phrases including porch lunch and miscellaneous letters. No coherent event or names are identifiable in readable text.
Over eighty acres three miles southeast of town on Bradgate road sold to Mrs White by the Carrolls after land values rose rapidly from 200 to 260 per acre. Cornell had predicted 250 and Illinois experience guided the deal. White owns adjoining land and can profit from the quarter section.
Wilcox, who took his 1000 prize Hampshire boat to the state fair, earned fourth prize in the junior yearling class. Judges praised Ed Wilcox for entering a strong field and считают his showing a sign of rising prominence for his herd, with Rolfe hoges gaining recognition as this win boosts his prospects.
The Supreme Lodge calls for a war relief fund of three quarters of a million dollars for members at the front and dependents at home. Des Moines Grand Lodge session approved the plan and named officers to lead. Local lodge pledges 126 dollars, one dollar per member, with funds to be raised by subscription and held for the local relief effort.
A southbound Mine passenger train on the Missouri Pacific line wrecked yesterday near Livermore. Two people were killed and many injured in the crash. Details remain unclear as investigators review the scene.
Rolfe Iowa invites crowds for September 6 and 7 weekend featuring a $1000 auto race plus motorcycle races baseball and athletic events. Big-name drivers have shown interest with entries not yet closed and a tri county baseball schedule including Gilmore City Rolfe Bode and Mallard. Hille's Northwest Iowa Band provides daily concerts and seven evening attractions accompany races on the park grounds.
The choir will perform next Sunday evening including a Voluntary Anthem Rejoicing in the Lord and Hymn Jesus Savior Pilot Me. Scripture Lesson Central Solo Mia C J White. Hymn Art Thou Weary Prayer Anthem Light of the Church.
West Bend community approves school consolidation and a new, architecturally graceful building now ready for occupancy. The old West Bend school and grounds go to public sale. 10.3 attendees bid the structure in for 3760 dollars including two lots.
The notice outlines a local fair with events for boys and men on a baseball diamond plus tennis courts, horseshoes, and various races. Prizes and entertainment for all include dinner, novelty contests, indoor baseball for ladies, and activities for children.
The announcement outlines Sunday schedule with worship at 10:00, Sabbath School at 10:45, Junior and Epworth Leagues, and Evening Praise at 7:30. It notes the Quarterly Conference closing the financial year on September 30, funds needed for government bonds, and the Annual Conference in Algona on September 26 with Bishop Homer Stunts presiding. Supt. Macdonald to retire and no vacancy candidates. Four Sundays left. sermon “A Vision and a Talk.” Reception of new members after morning service. Epworth League at 6:30, musical program at 7:30 with the Lemon Orchestra.
Gilchrist and Hopkins attended the Sac City session where the contract for digging the Little Cedar was awarded Springer won the north part down through Fonda. Top price 7.9 cents and 8 cents for the bottom, with Big Cedar through Fonda set at 7.99 cents. Laurens items note lack of book agents and remark on redeeming features.
The Lemon sisters Hiva and Marie Lemon prepare to leave for Cornell College, as the orchestra with choir and soloists offers a program at the Methodist Church next Sunday evening starting at 7:30. The program includes an orchestral selection, congregational song, choir anthem, and scripture reading.
Mrs Stover and her husband J A Stover were trapped beneath their car after a night crash near Pocahontas. The seat pressed on her chest and she smothered while he struggled with injuries and nerve strain. Funeral for Mrs Stover was held at Havelock cemetery.
An unsigned note warns owners they may bear liability for accidents when a minor under fifteen drives with consent. It cites state law and potential damages for loss of life or property. Advice urges not allowing underage drivers without an adult, and to avoid theft-related claims by supervision.
Recruiting officer Captain LC Lathy of the G8 Infantry will be in Rolte on duty tomorrow. Local residents are advised to contact the unit for enlistment information and eligibility details.
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