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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1936
Page
4
Havelock residents report routine visits, travel to Fort Dodge and Lincoln, and local work by WPA crews to clear roads. A pipe thawing torch caused burns to George Price, while train service remained suspended due to weather with a wrecked snow plow removed by a work train.
James Dyvig and Virginia James of Pocahontas were married Friday evening at the Methodist parsonage with Rev. Tistehion officiating. The couple will reside in Havelock after a brief wedding trip. Mars is a daughter of Mr and Mrs C G James of Pocahontas. He is a son of Mr and Mrs George Dyvig, farmers northwest of Havelock, and is a graduate of Pocahontas high school and Luther College Decorah.
A man named Bert Munsett injured his knee after tripping over a sill and remains confined to bed after treatment. Funeral services were held for Mrs. Rydell Punerat and Mrs. Oscar dissidh, with Rev. Cl Lay officiating, at Mnglon cemetery. Mrs. Rydell was born in Sweden and later moved to this country.
Miss Daphne Cornwell and Deibert Risere wed at the St Methodist parsonage in Huave Jack on Thursday February 18, 1936. Rev C L tiny officiated as Miss Moore, the bride’s youngest daughter, was mentioned in attendance.
The Danube traverses six countries from Baden in the Black Forest to the Black Sea. It starts from two mountain streams over 2000 feet high, drops to Vienna’s 500 feet, then passes through Hungary and Yugoslavia between Bulgaria and Romania. The river is 1740 miles long with about 400 tributaries and carries a dirty yellowish color except in its upper mountainous section where it shows blue.
The article recounts the birthstones origin tied to the Book of Revelations. It cites the twelve foundation stones of the Holy City and names jasper sapphire chalcedony emerald sardonyx sardius chrysolite beryl topaz chrysoprasus jacinth and amethyst as the foundational gems.
A century ago Dickens criticized American practice of reprinting English books without paying authors. He faced anonymous threats and was warned with tar and feathers, while many leading Americans were silent.
The piece contrasts medieval beliefs about disease as divine wrath with modern scientific understanding. It notes that plague kills millions, and explains that disease is carried by rat borne fleas, suggesting epidemics can be prevented and cures found, aiming to render plague an evil memory.
A fragment reflecting on zeal as hollow without planning and knowledge. It warns that fervor without method resembles fire without containment or a sword without hilt, urging prudent means to achieve good ends.
Linseed oil functions beyond painting and finishing, serving in putty leather cloth oilcloth and rubber substitutes plus uses in Hnoleum printer's ink and soaps, highlighting its versatility across industries.
Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Cornwell announce the engagement of their daughter to a son of Mr. and Mrs. Moore of Gilmore City. The couple, both described as industrious and home skilled, plan to marry after March 1 and reside at Laurens. Congratulations are extended from friends.
Workmen continue removing ice from the city water tower after weeks of inaction. The task has been long and tedious, but crews report steady headway toward full restoration of water service.
Six year old Jackie Goodchild son of Mr and Mrs Fred Goodchild was taken to Lutheran Hospital in Fort Dodge Tuesday evening for appendectomy. He passed through the operation in good condition and was accompanied by his parents Harold Shimon who drove them down while Mrs Goodchild remained in the city to stay near him for a few days.
Mr and Mrs W C Nystuen and family arrived home Wednesday after attending the funeral of Mr Nystuen's father in Northwood. The elder Nystuen died at 75 from a heart attack. He had visited Travelock several times and was well known there. He is survived by several children who attended the service.
Ufaveluck Methodist Church under Pastor C L Day holds 11:00 a.m. worship with choir rehearsals at 8:00 p.m. Weekday services follow the above schedule and all are welcome especially those without a home.
A humorous quip from the Indianapolis News recalls Gerald avoiding a Saturday class. His mother asks why and he compares it to meals he dislikes that linger, while meals he enjoys seem too short.
A student defines the earth axis as an imaginary line from pole to pole. The teacher asks about hanging clothes on it. Sam replies that he could hang imaginary clothes, causing astonishment and a humorous exchange.
A dialogue fragment shows a roommate using two mirrors while discussing a boil on the back of the neck. The doctor said it was not serious but advised monitoring the situation.
A quirky exchange shows Junior a heavy reading habit turning up in a humorous argument about a rolling pin. The mock dialogue centers on a childlike question and a vivid, exaggerated retort about using the tool in a comic, over the top way.
A dialogue sketches a clash over household hints and cookbooks. Miss Cayenne argues women belong in the home tome while the speaker retorts that everyone shares the domestic sphere. The piece comments on gender roles in domestic literature.
A humorous exchange about marriage and divorce costs. One woman jokes that marrying costs little for the minister, while divorce incurs a much higher price, highlighting comic views on marriage commitments.
The dialogue presents a nurse noting a child did not behave well at lunchtime as a playful line about leaving the gold standard, illustrating a light humorous exchange.
A political speaker's over an hour address is interrupted when a bored listener shouts chloroform. The remark ends the speech abruptly as attendees react to the interruption.
A terse dialogue echoes a newspaper romance from the Atlanta Constitution where one character wonders if her father would object to their marriage, while she remains uncertain about his reaction and the future.
A fragmentary exchange repeats color imagery about a dark skinned man and a second character claiming another man is so black lightning bugs would follow him by day. The lines reflect dated racial humor from period speech.
A comic exchange featuring a ready made philosopher and Senator Sorghum. The pair clash over financial system concerns and the value of gold amid economic debate.
A terse sign asks about a husband’s improvement and answers with humor noting that health is better as language improves. The wording hints at a domestic or social vignette captured in a brief street scene. The exchange underscores a playful tension around health and communication.
Fragmentary text references a man and a woman in a troubling interaction with phrases about flirting and concern for Miss Grimley. No clear event, names, or date are established.
The Plover Patriot reports a Tuesday Pocahontas visit by B D Hilton and G S Shaw with Me. and Mrs. HO Beseke and Mr. and Mrs. N. Meurer. Residents contend with snowbound roads, sick list notes, and school and travel disruptions as families adjust schedules and care for the ill.
The letter recalls past January thaws fading as a brutal cold snap grips the town with snow, ice, and rationing. Coal shortages, shut services, and halted trains leave residents relying on sleighs and hand sleds while farmers cope with frozen stock and water pipes. Community aid and road crews push to reopen main routes amid drifting snow.
News item notes households seal off rooms, move kitchen equipment to living areas, and double up to stretch limited coal. Officials warn supply may last ten days to two weeks amid uncertain future shipments and weather conditions. Some optimism as spring nears.
The M Y B Club met in the home of Dr and Mrs B F E Woundstone last Friday afternoon with Mrs Poundstone and Mrs Ed Lehn as hostesses. Guests included Dorothy Miller from Bradgate school faculty Regina Bush of Masen Cia and Addie Dobbs of Pe Momes. The event was the sole social function in Plover for some time hindered by cold and stormy weather and poor roads.
An account from Des Moines describes Henry and companions at a grain dealers convention. A hurried departure from the hotel dining room left Henry without his hat and Mr Fitzgerald returned it later after Bert Shaw entered and then withdrew from the governor race.
The Powhatan township Republican caucus met in the Plover school assembly room with S. Shaw presiding. Delegates selected to attend the county caucus in Pocahontas on February 21 include Mrs. T. P. Comer, M. McKim, A. L. Firkins, R. K. Houck, Mrs. J. H. Pollock, H. C. Beneke, K. DuBois, Mrs. L. E. Garlock, G. Shaw, J. H. Bucher, J. M. Bush, and W. H. Henderson. Alternates listed are W. R. Her, Alvin Enge, C. R. Henderson, J. H. Gembler, A. Heathman, and B. W. Jeffries.
Sunday services listed with Sunday School at 10:00 am Worship at 11:00 am Bible class 6:45 pm Evening service 7:45 pm all services subject to weather and fuel conditions call pastors for details
Morning worship at 1 00 a m and 11 00 a m. weather and road conditions determine service status. Call the church at No 1 Hutch before attending any activity. Old slogan keeping to the middle of the road seen as dangerous today.
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