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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1933
Page
5
Rolfe hosted a Saturday afternoon crowd as Santa Claus arrived in a light truck to greet about a thousand children. The jolly visitor in a red suit handed out one thousand boxes of candy with help from local merchants, ensuring every child received a treat. Santa spoke softly, shook hands, and shared holiday cheer with young attendees.
Fonda High basketball teams visit Rolfe school gym Friday night December 22. Fonda touts a strong squad with three veterans back from last season. Last Tuesday Plover defeated Fonda 41 to 32 on the Plover court, showcasing their scoring punch in the center and solid forwards.
Sheriff Kapsch of Pocahontas calmed a noisy Saturday night disturbance while Marshal Peterson and Night Watchman Cox held watch. Three men were arrested for disturbing the peace with Mayor Brinkman handling fines. one offender was jailed briefly. Earlier a Rolfe man was picked up for excessive drinking and confined at Huberts' Hideaway for drying out.
A long list of local events from December 21 to January 9 includes farm sale near Rolfe cemetery, Sorosis and Pollyanna club Christmas gatherings, X Club and youth services, midnight watch at Trinity Lutheran, Christmas masses at St. Margaret’s and Trinity Lutheran, Chapter FR P K D meeting, Trinity Lutheran Aid Society annual meeting, and several bridge clubs and club meetings at homes and libraries. Multiple addresses and hostess names appear.
Local businessmen express mixed views on the relief funds and corn loans. Some report rising sales and paychecks while others doubt immediate benefits, noting groceries and basic needs are still priority. Several mention increased purchases of radios, linoleum, and furniture as money circulates through the economy.
The Third Birthday Group of the Presbyterian Excelsior Society hosted a public tea for about 70 women in church parlors on Thursday afternoon. Tables featured red and green tapers with Christmas decor. Chairs led by Mrs. F. E. Grant Mrs. J. R. McIntire and Mrs. C. B. Bowen poured while Mrs. J. H. Brinkman oversaw serving.
A city club circulated a petition among water users asking Rolfe to pursue a better water supply. One hundred signers supported seeking equipment and a federal grant for part payment, with voters ready to accept the cost and rate to cover the indebtedness.
Pocahontas county officials invited unemployed teachers to submit applications to the county superintendent. Plans to place as many as possible back on the job will be finalized after Christmas. Humboldt county already employed 35 teachers this week, with 40 unemployed in total. Rolfe reports six unemployed, and Pocahontas county with three extra townships expects to place more.
The Odd Fellow and Rebekah lodges held a homecoming at their hall last Friday with a program social hour and oyster stew. The Rebekahs performed a pantomime with listed performers and Ruth Webb read. Additional numbers included piano solo Anita Miller soprano Wanda Sroufe vocal duet and Wanda Sroufe tap dance. Speakers W P Wheeler C G James Mr Norton and guests from Pocahontas Mallard Plover Rolfe attended along with former members. about 60 people were present.
Rolfe high school defeated Manson High 30 to 26 in overtime at Manson in a Twin Lakes Conference game. Rolfe rallied from a 13-5 half time deficit with two overtime baskets sealing the win. Rolfe reserves also beat Manson 19 to 14 in the opener.
Postoffice will skip mail delivery on Christmas and New Year. Outgoing mail only on Christmas Day. incoming handled elsewhere and windows stay closed after trains. Mail can be set for New Year’s by visiting the office. windows reopen briefly after trains. Earl Ferguson notes local mail remains light though holiday rush could come.
The Promotion Club outlined holiday hours for Rolfe merchants opening evenings Wednesday through Saturday and shortened Christmas morning hours. A children’s candy drive filled 1,000 boxes and Oscar Snyder was thanked for donating the Christmas tree. Dr. Siefkin reported on a $4,000 combined softener and aerator project funded by increased water revenue, with petitions planned to gauge public support. County CWA activity was highlighted, noting high local payroll and economic impact, and upcoming club officers were announced.
Town hosts a public carol sing under the main Christmas tree on the business street at eight o'clock. The local high school Boys and Girls Glee Clubs with violin and clarinet will lead, performing beloved carols. Everyone is invited to join and enjoy the festive lights and decor.
Rolfe High School defeated Rockwell City 35 to 18 in a Twin Lakes Conference game. Center Kenneth Maassen debuting for Rolfe scored 7 points and helped the team build a 19-5 halftime lead in a tight gym.
The Pilot Lodge No. 467 of A. EF. and A. M. elected W. M. Leonard Smith S. W. Leonard McDonald J. W. Ole Borch. Treasurer J. H. Brinkman. Secretary C. W. Siefkin. King David Chapter No. 118 named H. P. Fred Smith King W. P. Wheeler S. Vaughn Arthur Vaughn.
The state corn hog program appoints a temporary county corn hog committee led by F. K. Hawley. Appointees include Des Moines Clarence Jensen and many others across Des Moines Powhatan Garfield Cummins Swan Lake and more. A school of instruction for agents and fieldmen will follow with sign up of corn hog farmers and eventual election of permanent township committees.
D M T basketball faces Rolfe Tuesday at Rolfe gym in an exhibition. D M T features Red Boles leading a strong lineup and recent 18 point performance against West Bend with two long range shots. Sanden, Smith, Ives, Spencer and Weishaar anchor a fast, alert guard trio under Coach Gehrt at Howland.
Bill Brinkman veteran guard from R. H. basketeer was chosen by the A Club to captain the 1938-84 basketball squad. The season has just begun and Capt Brinkman has led his team in five games with standout play.
Victor clinched a win by one point over Laurens in the final game. Captain Brinkman is a regular forward and has twice earned all county honors. Last season he was named among the best forwards in the Twin Lakes Conference.
Nine men from Rolfe supervisor district travel to Storm Lake three days weekly to work on a state project for the CWA. Names include L. C. Learned Clarence Smoot Raymond Bates Earl Kauffman Ed Degner Mac Culp Jack Hoffert Geo Heathman John Dahl Paul Snook George Brock Ernest Fisher. Last group from Rolfe began Tuesday on Boyd Yocum’s county weed gang.
Rolfe stores will be open Christmas Day and New Year’s Day until 10:00 a m. then closed for the remainder of the days. This week they will stay open Wednesday through Saturday evenings for Christmas shoppers.
J C Galloway Iowa State College economist addressed hundreds of farmers in Pocahontas explaining the corn hog program. He traced price peaks since 1870 and warned production must shrink to fit world demand while noting Iowa farms have sealed record corn and expect adjustment payments totaling over 750000 dollars.
The Methodist church will present a Christmas program on Sunday evening at 7 46 featuring Silent Night sung by the congregation. A short greeting by Vera Lucille Jolliffe and a series of readings songs and duets follow including The Alarm Clock The Menders and Bells at Christmastide with performances by the Happy Learned group the Colee Children and the Christensen Sisters. The decorations will include a tree and other Christmas symbols.
Students of Rolfe High School present a Christmas program in the auditorium on Friday December 22 starting at 2 30 p m The cast includes Ruth Cooklin Denis Rudolfson Eldon Stein Marie Wheeler Donald Grant Dean Gunderson and others with ensembles and instrumental groups performing pieces such as Ave Maria It Came Upon a Midnight Clear When Christ Was Born and more, featuring violin cello bass and vocal arrangements.
Louis Paulson and Wallace Taylor attended a Royal 400 meeting in Fort Dodge with company officers briefing on a new gasoline brand. A lunch and party followed at the Warden Hotel for the Royal Red Hats, and Louie and Monk planned to return to normal in a few days.
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