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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1934
Page
2
The Presbyterian church invites the public to join the Annual Washington Birthday Supper on Thursday evening February 22. Community events include a dance and showers, with local families hosting and a focus on church and town activities in Plover Iowa.
Edwin Ernest Broadwell born February 15 1848 in Illinois died February 4 1934 at his daughter Mrs Merton Wooster's home near Algona Iowa age 85 years 11 months 19 days He married Olive Garlick May 9 1874 at Marshalltown Iowa they celebrated their golden wedding May 9 1924 in Sanborn North Dakota Twelve children with nine surviving grandchildren and seven great grandchildren list of survivors includes Mrs Merton Wooster Algona Mrs Clara Quigley Donnybrook North Dakota Miss Irma Minneapolis Earl and Bert Sanborn Joe Valley City North Dakota Glenn Woodward Ernest Mallard Frank E Plover and others The death caused by Brights disease with old age complications Funeral held at Plover Methodist church with Rev Walter Rothwell officiating Pallbearers listed and six grandsons honorary pallbearers Interment Powhatan Cemetery Attendees from many towns and meals served for distant relatives
The Senate passed a graduated sales tax replacing 2 percent, temporary until June 30, 1936, with rates from 1 to 24 percent. Amusement taxes were added, and a $3,000,000 poor relief fund shifted to first sales tax revenue. Conference committees may shape final language as lawmakers push for revisions amid lobbying and ongoing farm bureau influence.
W F Priebe discusses expected 20 to 26 percent higher egg prices this year due to reduced flocks from retirements and crop failures. Demand rises. storage poultry up 15 percent may influence prices. Advice favors producing fewer, better chicks and marketing eggs fresh, not wilted. Also notes broadcast plans in Iowa, road patrol talk, and a mind reading boy predicting March 7 adjournment.
In District Court Pocahontas County Iowa the last will and testament of Harry K Squires deceased dated February 1919 has been filed opened and read. A hearing is set for March 13 1934 at 2 00 PM at the Pocahontas court house before the district court or clerk to prove and probate the instrument. All interested persons must appear and show cause why the will should not be probated. Dated Pocahontas February 8 1934. AT-3 Seal.
The Armstrong High boys edged ahead late to beat Plover 27-26 after a tight first half as Geo. Wilson left with an injury. The girls defeated Armstrong 47-35, while Manson crushed Plover 44-27 on the same card. Upcoming games include junior teams practice and trips to Des Moines and Havelock.
The Presbyterian men outline roles for a community dinner on February 22 under Rev. Rothwell with a large organizing list. Dignified congregants named as servers, cashiers, and kitchen staff will manage dining, dishwashing, serving windows, and hot dishes while Mine Host picks the hosts.
Family expresses heartfelt thanks to all who helped during bereavement after the passing of Edwin E Broadwell husband father and grandfather. Olive Broadwell and the children extend gratitude to relatives friends and neighbors.
The American Legion Auxiliary will meet at Mrs. Walter Rothwell’s home Friday afternoon February 16 with Miss Elsie Rothwell assisting. Members are urged to bring carpet rags and pay dues promptly. attendees included Mrs. I. M. McKim Mrs. J. M. Bush Mrs. Earl Kilbourne Mrs. A. Simon son and Miss Dora Simonson at the county meeting in Rolfe.
The men of the Presbyterian congregation announce their annual supper to be held Thursday February 22. Prices are 25 cents for adults and 15 cents for children. Everyone is welcome.
Marjory McKim returned Sunday to a surprise birthday party arranged by members of the local boys and girls basketball teams and friends. She had stayed with Valeria Leutjen the previous night, and found a prepared dinner table and guests ready to sing. A number of gifts were left as remembrances of the occasion.
Mrs Mildred Hofert visiting with her parents Mr and Mrs A M Hofert was surprised with a birthday party Monday afternoon after nursing in Chicago. M E Ladies Aid Society and neighbors attended with Mrs W F Hofert helping serve refreshments. In the evening W F Hofert hosted a small gathering for his mother's anniversary.
Sunday School at 10 Morning Worship at 11 All Epworth League service devoted to the Sunday school Attend all students for meeting First Lenten gathering at Mrs Clarence Eppelsheimer home this Thursday evening February 15
Rev Walter Rothwell pastor operates Sunday School Morning Worship and Community Bible Study Class with a Tuesday option. Those seeking church membership class should confer with the pastor. Upcoming events include a Feb 20 shower for Mrs Hubbell and a Feb 22 George Washington supper. Church year ends Mar 31. dues and pledges due.
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