Spencer Wins Decision Over Rolfe in Town Debate
The Rolfe high school debating team lost to Spencer by a two to one judge’s decision at the Methodist church in Rolfe. The Rolfe squad delivered strong original arguments and rebuttals, with Arthur Seaton highlighted as a standout speaker. Also reported is a pretty wedding at the Kilbourn home near Riverside church where Hazel Irene Kilbourn married Tom M. Simonson with Rev G J Poppenheimer officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rolfe High School
Rolfe
Ater
Spencer
Arthur Seaton
Ilinois
Spencer High School
Suppos- McGagney
Laurens
David McCray
Clyde Charlton
Donald Cornell
Richeeere
Claude Baldwin
Shen Bing
Sis
F. A. Kilbourn
Riverside Church
Hazel Irene
Tom M. Simonson
G. J. Poppenheimer
Charter Oak
Earl Kilbourn
Dora Simonson
Marie Simonson
Mendelsshon
Kennedy Paulson Wedding at First Presbyterian Mason City
Leonard W. Kennedy of Rolfe and Miss Caroline Paulson of Britt wed at First Presbyterian Church in Mason City on February 16. The couple will live on the Kennedy farm southeast of Rolfe. Kennedy plans to manage the farm this year. Mr Kennedy’s father-in-law suffered an ice accident the day after the wedding but is now recovering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian Church of
Mason City
Leonard W. Kennedy
Rolfe
Caroline Paulson
Britt
Rev. Cooley
Kennedy
W. C. Kennedy
Storm Lake
Chariton & Bowen
Paulson
Rolfe High School
Britt, Town
Wich
Leonard
Timekeepers Named in Dr McGagney Meeting
Dr McGagney acted as chairman with Messrs Everett and Prof Burrows serving as timekeepers during the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. McGagney
Messrs
Everett
Prof. Burrows
Put on the soft pedal
A wartime column urges Americans to let the President lead on Europe’s war threat. It cautions against partisan melee and calls for neutrality, calm, and humanitarian aid while noting Britain and Germany risk starving civilians. The piece stresses avoiding escalation and letting Europe settle its own battles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col
F. W. Barber
United States
England
Germany
English
America
Wilson
Europe
Uncle Zeke Enters With Dignity and Temperance Claim
A quirky letter from C. E. Fraser and others in Yakima and nearby towns describes Uncle Zeke’s dramatic entry and his claim of a temperate life. He recounts a morning cold caused by trimming nails and a moth holed blanket, then appeals to print his note to show he has done good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zeke
Chrismas
Emmet Stalcup
Sarah Jane
The Coat of a License Contest Shifts to Sioux Center
A pairing titled The Coat of a License features contestant Mrs. Hattie Simpson of Galt and duet partner Mrs. Agnes TePaske of Sioux Center as they prepare for the next stage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie Simpson
Galt
Temple of the Soul
Agnes TePaske
Sioux Center
Mise Bery White
B. F. Showers
Candidate’s self defense and social affiliations in a political ode
A political figure defends personal conduct and affiliations in verse and prose. The narrative lists M E Church membership, Republican alignment, Blue Lodge Masonry, Knights of Pythias, IOOF, and Eagles, with reflections on gambling, drinking, and a satirical ode about civic trust. The piece ends noting humor and self-deprecating remarks about life’s follies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church
Ward Ferguson
Charlie Stoufe
Knights of Pythias
Grand
Grand Lodge
Bob Klein
Bert Symes
Col. J. B. Kent
W. P. Wheeler
Order of Eagles
Opera House Block Sold to Castana Investors
The opera house block in Fort Dodge changes hands from George Habenicht to Day and Waples of Castana, with Minnesota land exchanged for the property. Day and Waples plan about 3000 dollars in improvements to reopen the venue for public use, reflecting Castana banking interests and ample means. The prior owner allowed deterioration and closure, and local hopes rise for a hotel remodel or renewed opera presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Habenicht
Fort Dodge
Messrs. Day and Waples
Castana
Minnesota
Rolfe
Messrs. Day
Waples
Buelners
Habenicht
Andrew Mills Relief Corned March Meeting Invite
March 4 is the regular meeting date for Andrew Mills Relief. A social gathering and program are planned. Each member may bring one visitor to the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. EB. C
Andrew Mills
Corned
Toneh
Great Entertainer to Return to Rolfe
Bess Morrison, who wowed Rolfe audiences in 1913, is returning under the M B H Aid Society. She will perform at the M B E church on Thursday evening March 4. Her patriotic selections and engaging programs promise a full church and strong community interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bess Gearhart Morrison
Rolfe
M. BH. Aid Society
M. BE
Runyan Sale Promises Fine English Shires Near Laurens
W. G. Runyan conducts a major livestock sale two miles north of Laurens on Monday March 8 featuring pure bred English Shires and 29 head of high grade horses plus 27 cattle and 20 hogs, with farm machinery also offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Runyan
Laurens
Mir. Runyan
Sunday School Organization Meeting At Norwegian Church
The Norwegian Lutheran Church invites all church members to attend next Sunday at 10 30 A M for the completion of Sunday school organization pastor Rev E Thalstede and Superintendent Andrew M Simongon urge both old and young to join at the church for this event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwegian Lutheran Church
E. Thalstede
Pivery
Andrew M. Simongon
Presbyterian Church Notes Rev A Z McGogney Pastor
Regular preaching services Sunday morning at 10 26 subject The Crisis Sabbath school after the morning service C E Society at 630 P M Evening preaching at 730 subject The Great Gulf
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
A. Z. McGogney
D. D
C. E. Society
Great Gulf
Sturdy church services despite rain with special chautauqua guest
The Methodist Episcopal Church reports lower attendance due to rain but notes excellent music by the orchestra. Bess Gearhart Morrison, famed reader, will perform at the M B E church on Thursday evening March 4 with admission 25 and 35 cents. Next Sunday services at regular times feature sermons on The Science of Right Living and The Hanging of Human. An Adult Modern Movement Class will meet for nonmembers. Sunday school at 11:45 AM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bess Gearhart Morrison
Rolfe
M. BE
Rolfe and Pocahontas Debate Next in County Championship
Rolfe high school debating team will face Pocahontas high at Pocahontas tomorrow evening in the county championship series finale. Pocahontas fields a strong squad and is expected to deliver a competitive debate. If Pocahontas wins, it will reflect ongoing spirited activity in the contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rolfe High School
Pocahontas High
Pocahontas
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Mother Kilbourn
Altho
Simonson
A. Simonson
Powhatan Township
Ployer and Rolfe
Bruce-Smiths
E. C. Hubbell Place
C. C Johnson
Peter Ostrom
Lillian Gunstead
Waterloo
Bessie
Bila Budd
Pioneer
Henrietta
Minn
Uncle
the Arrow
Doc Barnes
Clint Morrison
Earl Smith
Willard Rogers
Will Kennedy
C. EB. Fraser
Yakima
Wash
L. C. Coffin
Elgin
Okla
R. B. Pish
LaConner
E. R. Wiswell
Westbrook
Arrow
Methodist Episcopal Church
Role, Iowa
The
Lemon Family Orchestra
Hettie Donaldson
Goldfield
Mrs. Mae Shults
Fonda
Burnette
Michael
Tady
Ralph and
Vivian
Elizabeth Wheeler
Lemon
Opera House
Methodist
Episcopal Church
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