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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1925
Page
5
War ly shoppers are urged to begin buying now to ensure better service and wider selections. Merchants promise attractive goods and experienced salesmanship, arguing early buying avoids the rush and missed gifts. Consumers are advised to profit from past years' mistakes and act today.
The Pocahontas County Farm Bureau invites members to a January 4 1926 gathering in the courthouse assembly room at 10:00 a.m. A year end financial report will be presented. Nis Behrendsen serves as president and attendees are urged to attend. Mrs Ellsworth Richardson will visit Pocahontas County December 14 to 17.
A series of community meetings across Pocahontas County invites farmers and their families to hear Dr. R. A. Pearson president of Iowa State College Ames and likely Sen. M. L. Bowman Black Hawk County speak at the January 4 Farm Bureau gathering in the county courthouse assembly room. Pearson seeks farmers to attend and share their views on current agricultural issues.
The Young Married People's Class of the Presbyterian church hosted a festive evening in the church basement. Sixty five members attended a bountiful supper, toast program, film screening, and Christmas stories with gifts, as the class emphasizes monthly socials as a key activity.
Mrs. Geo Fairburn died at her daughter Mrs. Carl J Kurtz in Des Moines Sunday evening. Funeral was held at Wanda on Tuesday. Born in Dubuque on June 9 1845 she married George Fairburn in December 1874 and moved to Fonda with him. Survived by sons Edward and Frank of Fonda and by her daughter.
At a regular meeting Monday evening Silver Leaf Lodge No. 40 Knights of Pythias elected officers C C C Ross Wilson V C G Butler Prelate J W Bower M of W Lendit Paulson K of R S W P Wheeler M of J Paul Lothian M at A Otis Cook I G C G Jolliffe C G A G Hunter Trustee A G Hille
The head of the Agricultural College is to receive ideas on the present situation and learn more about college conditions. The meeting is expected to be the largest attendance yet. Detailed plans will be finalized this week with an announcement in next week's Notes.
Milo Reno of Agency Iowa state farm union president will speak in Rolfe at Butler Hall Tuesday afternoon December 15 following a band concert. Reno recently attended a Chicago farm conference and will share views on the corn situation and farm problems likely to be discussed in Congress this winter. He is a sought after speaker and his visit is expected to attract wide interest among local farm unions.
Byron Lathrop of twenty acres found his early maturing sod corn yielded excellent seed stock. He tested his crib corn and found germination strong, suggesting his home grown seed could fetch high prices amid seed shortages. Industry reports warn of poor stored seed after October freezes and high seed corn costs, making his find notable.
The Garfield Township Farm Bureau Unit meets at Randall Melson's home on Monday December 14 at 7 30 p m The program includes songs audience welcome address by Lopate Corrine Otto Girls Club business session the play Santa Buys A New Suit readings The End of a Perfect Day Lois Jessie Brinkman music by Garfield Township Glee Club and demonstrations by Mr and Mrs J H Engel Talks on uses of corn by Mrs Melson and Mrs H F Olerich District No 1 at Fe Oyster Supper
The Des Moines Township Woman's Club invites all township ladies to gather Tuesday December 15 at 11:00 a.m. in the school gym. Bring a covered dish and own dishes as coffee and sandwiches are provided. At 1:00 p.m. Mrs Ellsworth Richardson of Pella will host a lamp shade demonstration followed by a short program.
Arvilla V Terrill born 1852 in Meadville moved with family to Illinois and Iowa. She married C A Grant in 1871 and helped establish Manning and Rolfe Iowa then co founded Exchange Bank later State Savings Bank. Survived by three children, seven grandchildren, one great grandchild and siblings. funeral in Rolfe described as loyal church and community leader.
The Rolfe Golf Club calls off its annual supper scheduled for this evening due to poor ticket sales. Cups will be presented at the January meeting, which will be open to all and include the program and social steps.
Auctioneer H H Grove advertises a community sale at the H C Barnes barn on Saturday at 1 30 pm. Horses sheep hogs farm machinery and household goods are listed in another ad in this issue. Any ground items left by one will be sold. Help Mr Grove make the sale a success.
An ocean meteorologist predicts a severe winter season while noting potential optimism if conditions resemble tolerable meter reader patterns. The remark suggests mixed outlook depending on future readings and atmospheric signals.
Beginning January 1, 1926, The Arrow will charge $2.50 per year for subscribers outside the county due to higher postal costs. Renewals may be made at the old rate until January 1, 1926. after that, non-county subscribers pay no less than $2.50. The notice says the change is necessary and not an attempt to take advantage of readers.
Mrs. C. C. Delle died at her Rolfe home on Saturday December 5 after a long heart illness. Born Margaret Curtis April 5 1848 in Brockville West Canada she moved with family to Cleveland then Iowa and married teacher C C Delle in Marshalltown August 21 1887. The Delles lived in Beaman Conrad Iroquois County South Dakota before settling in Rolfe 1886. Active in Grand Army Relief Corps Congregational church and neighborly aid she left four children Lee Curtis and Mark plus a son in Yakima Washington and Curtis in River Falls Wisconsin. Funeral service Tuesday at home conducted by Rev J H Walker with Clinton Cemetery Rolfe interment.
An Iowa town faced an undetected Seals sale and a school health crisis. The IAS and State Board of Health responded with a nurse sent within a day, aiding a quick school reopening. The LT A finances this through Christmas Seal sales, urging $1.00 donations to join.
The Iowa Tuberculosis Association promotes Christmas Seals to fund education, prevention and treatment. Teachers, rural schools and children participate, with a goal to reduce disease through health education. The association partners with state and local groups and operates without state or federal aid. Seal your mail with the Seal of Health.
The Red Cross drive in the locality shows strong participation led by Rolfe and Marion Bruce. County Chairman Eckenrod reports the drive likely the best in years with First National Bank, Coral Lighter, and State Savings Bank among top collectors. total local membership reaches sixty five.
Elijah Smith, twelve, died Wednesday morning at his grandparents residence north of Havelock after years with diabetes. Survived by mother Mrs. Aaron Bishop of Rolfe. Funeral Thursday at the Veazie home with burial in Washington Cemetery, Havelock. The family receives community sympathy. Misery doesn't love company when it comes for a long visit.
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