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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1916
Page
3
A nostalgic ad describes Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound as a simple, natural way to darken faded or gray hair. It claims quick results with a dampened brush, noting the tone appears even and lasts after one or two applications, making the user look younger.
The piece outlines four view points on national defense from warlike preparedness to pacifist restraint. It notes supporters favor a large navy and army with volunteer forces, while opponents fear presidential control of a continental army. A middle ground favors a sizable navy and National Guard expansion under state command with federal support.
Mrs Nelle Tilton from Humboldt visits relatives in Bradgate last Thursday. Walter Fortier and Leslie Ragan of Rutland were Bradgate callers. Geo Kelsey went to Rolfe to visit his mother Mrs Stalcup. Lovrion of Humboldt looked after business here. Wes Davenport from Rutland came to handle affairs. The Long family moves into the Mrs Nellis Titon property. Mrs Join Webb visited from Plover. Mrs Floyd McCreary and A E Oleson called in Rolfe. L E Meech visited from Rolfe. The Peterson family plans a milder climate move. Ladies Aid met with Mrs Rose Adams. about forty attended. Fr F Caywood handled Rolfe business. Mrs Bert Savers visited from Humboldt. Miss Sarah and Grace Brodalen and Grace Weaver were Rolfe callers. Lucile Buck hosted a seventh birthday party. Dr Gaffey returns after three weeks away. X Y Z Club met for a Valentine luncheon. one member absent. Mrs Le E Meech served a luncheon. pink and white decor. Revival meetings continue at M E church with men and women sessions led by Rev Rayhill and Mrs Rayhill. Lenore Hoag visits Humboldt. Mrs Ole Sheldon and children visit Lake Mills IA. Erie Locke Jr of Rutland visited town. Randall Melson to Cedar Rapids on business. Mark Dickey to Chicago with stock. Young folks enjoyed a sleigh ride ending at Ivan Dayton’s with refreshments. Will Clow returns from a six-week trip. Mr and Mrs Peter Paulsen of Rutland visit allotted relatives.
Mrs Mary Minke of Shore N. endorses Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a trusted treatment for years in her family. She cites success with croup whooping cough and ordinary colds and notes it is free from opium and other harmful drugs. Sold by Wiewel Drug Co.
An editorial fragment argues a great year ahead politically but warns no interference with baseball or fishing. It contends war munition production would secure defense and notes the wise man buys his own home paper while the foolish one borrows from a neighbor.
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