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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1933
Page
2
Iowa lawmakers and officials gathered at the State Day to celebrate politics at the fair. The piece endorses Congressman Fred C. Gilchrist for governor, praising his record for agriculture and opposition to the Hoover era, while noting the burdens of governorship and urging him to remain in Congress.
A farmer leader argues NRA approved poultry industry code ensures decent wages without excessive hikes. He warns higher wages in processing would shrink farmer returns and urges freight rate reductions to help poultry and egg sellers. He notes current handling costs rose from twenty to forty two percent of poultry value. He stresses avoid passing higher costs to farmers while welcoming fair wage standards.
A simple remedy claims to banish dull headaches caused by constipation after one dose. The advertisement states Adlerika clears poisons from both upper and lower bowels and improves sleep, reducing nervousness, with C. M. Webb as the listed druggist.
In District Court September Term 1934 Matilda Herbst deceased last will filed opened read dated January 28 1908 hearing fixed October 3 1934 at 2 30 p m at Pocahontas Iowa before district court or clerk interested parties must appear to show cause why the instrument should not be probated and allowed as her last will J W Berry Clerk of District Court Dated Pocahontas Iowa September 5 133 Arrow-News subscription note included
Local notes describe visitors and gatherings around Rolfe and nearby towns. Residents from Emmetsburg Pocahontas Spencer Des Moines Chicago and Mont. stop by for Labor Day weekend events, school openings, and family visits. The mix includes alumni picnics, reforestation camp travel, and regional festival attendance.
Rev T S Bassett presides as Sunday School meets at 10 00 am with enrollment and a rally exercise. Morning worship at 11 00 am is a rally service for members and friends. Evening Young People Rally starts at 8 00 pm with a pageant and reception in church social rooms.
Morning Worship at 10 Sunday School at 11 15 a m Christian Endeavor at 7 p m Evening Worship at 8 p m The district Christian Endeavor convention will be held in Rolfe Sept 23 24 Local young people seek host families for delegates contact Rev Carlson or Miss Grace Mekwen to assist
The Trinity Lutheran Church outlines Sunday School at 10:00 a.m and Morning Worship at 10:45 a.m led by Rev J O Wanghberg. Luther League meets at 8:00 p.m with mid week prayer meeting Thursday 8:00 p.m. Ladies Aid meets Sept 14 at Mrs Simonson’s home. Faith is the vision of the heart.
The Nain Lutheran Church schedules Sunday School at 8:00 a.m. Morning Worship at 10:06 a.m. and Evening Service at 11:00 a.m. The first Sunday monthly morning service will be in Danish. all other services in English. The Rolfe community is invited.
The Rosary Society and St. Margaret’s congregation thank Rolfe residents for cooperation during their picnic. The event raised about 500 dollars.
Marion Bruce seeks rotted manure for garden use with subscription payment possible.
Havelock community notes include Bert Jacobsen's Sunday visit to his brother John Jacobsen in Peterson, and numerous regional travels such as visits to Fort Dodge Laurens Pocahontas Humboldt Plover Pomeroy and Des Moines. Socials include sewing for the Auxiliary, Bible story time at the M E church, and birthday celebrations at the homes of Mrs Classen and others.
The Friendly Club gathered Thursday afternoon at Mrs Winlie Rigby’s home with many in attendance. Two comforters were aired and four were loaned for use. A light lunch was served as conversations continued after the episode.
The Havelock M. K. Sunday School held its annual picnic at Rush Lake Park last Thursday with over 140 people in attendance. After dinner, attendees enjoyed a sports program including races, horseshoe pitching, and various contests, plus a kittenball game between Havelock and Ware.
Havelock Methodist Church schedules Sunday School Morning Worship Junior League Epworth League and Evening Service with sermons as announced. The community is invited to make the church their home and all will be welcomed. The note ends with a political and satirical riff on current events.
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