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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1944
Page
2
Phyllis DeWolf spoke on ration tokens and Ruth Ives finished by reviewing selected music. After adjournment the hostess served a refreshing lunch. Bertha Ellen George, reporter.
The report covers classroom activities and achievements. Students wrote original rhymes, created valentines, studied health rules, and colored log cabins after reading about Abraham Lincoln. The class started a milk unit and finished a second book while tracking defense stamp purchases and perfect attendance.
William Baade called from Rolfe to say he arrived from Boston after two years in the U S Navy on North Atlantic convoy duty and now holds Petty Officer 2/ C W T William returns for duty. Fireman 2/c Henry Baade of Farragut Idaho also arrives home to take a 15 day leave with his parents.
Freshman home making girls hosted a Valentine tea for mothers and faculty on Friday February 11 from 3 to 5 pm, about 25 attendees. Numerous ladies attended a series of bridge games and birthday dinners, with multiple hosting clubs, guests, and prize awards noted, including the Des Moines Township Women’s Club February program.
Mrs J R McIntire hosted a regular Chapter FR P E O meeting at her home Tuesday afternoon with programs by Mrs J W Brinkman and Mrs A A Brinkman. The next meeting will be at Mrs F B Grant's home.
Rev. Schneck led a Tuesday evening gathering for his class at the Brinkman residence with Rev. Schneck and Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Hansen assisting. Twenty attendees shared a potluck dinner followed by a business meeting and social hour. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Hansen and Ruth Ives.
Emery L. Petersen, pastor, lists February 19 confirmation class at 2 30 p m February 20 Sunday school and Bible class both at 10 15 a m Morning worship with communion at 11 a m February 23 executive meeting of the Young People's society at David Henderson home at 8 p m
W F Schneck is pastor. Sunday school at 10 am, morning worship at 11 am. Choir practice at the usual time. Prayer is the golden key which opens the morning and unlocks the day. If possible attend some church service every Sunday.
Pastor J. O. Wangberg preaches Sunday morning at Trinity Lutheran. Sunday school and Bible class at 10 am. Luther League at 8 pm. Catechism class Saturday 1 45 pm at the parsonage. Girls chorus at 3 pm. Ash Wednesday service at 8 pm begins Lent with the theme The Glory of the Cross based on Galatians 6 14.
Mrs. Russell Enockson thanks friends for bards and gifts sent during hospital stay and expresses appreciation for support and kindness.
We extend heartfelt thanks for kindness and sympathy from neighbors and friends in the bereavement and loss of our wife mother and daughter Mrs. Leslie Struthers.
The note expresses deep gratitude to those who sent floral arrangements furnished cars and food and to the DMT Woman's club for help at home and in serving meals. The message comes from Lieut. Ellis L. Struthers Betty Anz and families including Kirchner Flaherty and Evans.
The American Legion and Auxiliary honor Mr and Mrs Chris Madsen with a farewell potluck supper at the Legion hall on Wednesday evening February 23. Members bring a covered dish sandwiches and their own plate. potatoes and chicken provided.
The third Army Navy College Qualifying Test for the Army Specialized Training Program and Navy V-12 will be given nationwide on Wednesday March 15 at 9 00 a m. at the high school announced by Mr Anderson. A general information leaflet with an admission form is available in his office. Forms admit students ages 17 to 21 who are high school graduates or due to graduate by July 1 1944. Indicate intent to take the test to secure supplies.
Technical Sergeant Rudolph V. Madsen is presented the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal by Group Commander Colonel Alva L. Harvey at Great Bend Army Air Field for meritorious service on bombardment missions over enemy installations. He formerly resided in Rutland Iowa before enlisting in the Army Air Force.
Miss Kathleen O'Donnell is the bank's new bookkeeper after two years as cashier for J. C. Penny Co at Fort Dodge. A Sutherland high school and Tobin Business college graduate, she is the daughter of Bradgate grocers.
The Garfield Hustlers 4 H club met February 7 at Phillips Brinkman's home with 17 members and one guest. A review of the Spencer short course was given by Dick Hosier. Three new boys enrolled and Richard Johnson plans to move to Forest City. Lunch was served by Mrs. Brinkman.
An exchange line notes a shift in commerce from traditional counter sales to over the ceiling transactions as merchants adapt to new methods. The remark reflects a changing business culture and a push toward modernized retail practices.
The Garfield Go-Getters 4-H club met at Maxine Webb's home on February 7 with eight members present. Marjorie George was elected chairman of music, Betty Jane Sinek photographer, and Norma Jean George librarian. A committee of Phyllis DeWolf, Marjorie George, and Betty Jane Sinek prepared identification tags for county party attendees. Bertha Ellen George, Maxine Webb, and Beverly De Wolf presented an illustrated talk on types of table service.
The seventh grade studies states for notebooks while an art room display features a large Happy Valentine heart. The junior high beat Pocahontas five 22 to 10 with Donald Reilly scoring 10. Upcoming events include Wednesday extemporaneous speeches and a choir performance.
A sergeant cautions recruits to keep clear of the rear of horses to avoid kicks and head injuries as conversations turn to risk and readiness. The wartime tone contrasts with advertisements for home building supplies including varnished oak flooring, drain tile, shingles, and roofing materials. A hint of economic concern appears as prices for materials rise and stock runs low.
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