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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1919
Page
5
Ida Grove, once called sleepy, earned national notice after rapid growth led by manager John Lindsey. The town paved sixty blocks with asphalt, added a forty acre park, a natatorium, a 48 room hotel, and a thriving department store. Lindsey touts widespread opportunity, farmer prosperity, and the shift from old country stores to modern, competitive commerce.
Rolfe High School's class basketball tourney concludes preliminaries with Sophomores beating Freshmen 18 to 11 and Juniors defeating Seniors 17 to 7. Juniors and Sophomores meet tomorrow for a final likely exciting match.
Educational union cards announce the marriage of Miss Grace D Bradshaw county superintendent of schools and Mr John H McMichael traveling representative for the American Book Concern at the bride’s mother home in Fonda on Saturday Dec 18 McMichael of Iowa City a fellow educator and book vendor joins Miss Bradshaw in a life of companionship and shared educational interests.
A basket social will be held at the Kennedy school house southeast of Rolfe on Friday evening December 19. A short program will be given. Everyone is invited. Ina Jolliffe, Teacher.
Miss Mable Grove of Rolfe and Mr Joseph Arnold of Powhatan Township wed at the Methodist Episcopal church in Rolfe at eight o clock Tuesday morning December 16 with Rev A H Bryan officiating. Witnesses were Byron W Lathrop and Selah Lathrop. They will reside on the Arnold acres southwest of Plover.
John Lindsey cites balance between shop work and community service, urging merchants to invest time beyond their four walls to boost the town for farmers. He says a selfish town cannot expect growth or big business.
T. R. Campbell has been promoted to major in the military. The commission comes as a surprise to him and reflects his wartime service with U. S. forces and collaboration with British troops. The promotion does not affect civil fees, but may affect pay if recalled. locals recall his childhood nickname Nanny, but the military rank remains the standout fact.
Mrs. John Kizer died December 12 1919 after six months of rheumatism. Born in Polk County in 1870 she lived much of her life with George and Mary Archer before marrying John Kizer in 1898. She leaves her husband a daughter Mrs Cyril Good a brother in Swea City and many relatives. Rev A H Bryan conducted the service at the Methodist church with interment in Clinton Cemetery.
Obituaries report James Melvin Bothwell born 1886 in Fort Dodge Iowa died 1919 in Colfax Iowa aged 33 married Agnes Hallinan 1908 with two daughters Kar lene and Irene. Funeral held Gilmore City December 18 with Rev G M Squires. interment Marble Valley cemetery.
A combined sale led by Ward Sharp T R Jones and G A Dawson is planned for Monday December 22 at the former W R Rogers farm near Rolfe. The lineup includes nine horses fifty two head of cattle game bred sows on fall pigs chickens bees hay corn machinery and household goods. The town notes that the event is a substantial offering for the season and cautions buyers about the expected competition.
Friday features The Great Gamble and a Her ald Lloyd Comedy. Saturday brings Geo Walsh in Brave and Bold, described as a great actor in a great picture. Tuesday showcases Dustin Farnum in The Scarlet Pimpernel about the Reign of Terror in late 18th century France.
The Tuesday Club met at Mrs. Fi L Hollis home on December 16 for a holiday gathering hosted by Mesdames Hollis Bruce Green McIntire and McCray. Members enjoyed a three course luncheon, Christmas tree centerpiece, toy gifts and a gold watch for the president.
Rev Wm G Taylor pastor announces regular services next Sunday with Sunday School at 10:00 a m preaching at 11:00 a m and evening service at 7 30 p m A Wednesday prayer meeting at 2 30 p m will be held in homes until coal shortage is removed and the place for next Wednesday will be announced at the Sunday morning service
Notices indicate printing has been ordered for sales involving W. W. Sharp, T. R. Jones and G. A. of Rolfe, located northwest of Phopatony and north of Rolfe.
The Knights of Pythias announce a special meeting starting at two in the afternoon with second degree work for eligible members. Supper will be served at the hall to save time, and in the evening the Past Chancellor's Team will confer the third degree on as many as possible.
Citizens are urged to favor local merchants to keep prosperity home. Stores stock up for Christmas with economy pricing and many ads this week promise value. Read the ads for guidance on what and where to buy and support local merchants. The piece closes with a pep talk about community pride.
The two churches will unite next Sunday for combined worship. A fuel shortage prompts a warm welcome to the new pastor and hopes for a large gathering. Christmas services will be union and held at the Methodist church on Christmas Eve with an inviting program and fellowship. Rev. O M Bond could not attend last Sunday, so the pastor preached.
A philosophical reflection contrasts risks of idle wealth with facing a weapon. It argues the idle youth may ruin his soul while the gun bearer risks only life loss, highlighting dangers of wealth without discipline versus violence in action.
Laurens high school alumnus G. R. Speers lists Pocahontas county all star football teams after a record ball season. First team includes Holland Laurens end Shaner Laurens end and others from Laurens Gilmore City Rolfe Fonda. second team features Barron Fonda end Kauffman Rolfe end and more. Honor Roll lists players from Laurens Fonda Rolfe Pocahontas Gilmore City and others.
The Pocahontas Democrat reports 8380 Farm Bureau members signed up with Swan Lake township leading at 101. Six townships lack completion and will be finished by local talent. the annual meeting is deferred until those sections are rounded up. H F Toben added 59 members in Lincoln township and $3679 pledged to the voluntary fund. Farmers show rising interest in organizations and praise effective handling.
The county treasurer has the numbers to issue license plates for all vehicles. Penalties attach January 1 if your car or truck is not registered, even if unused or in storage. Do not delay. complete registration now to avoid a heavy last minute rush.
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