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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1914
Page
3
A fragmented essay on a grotesque Knocker figure circulates in the city and is displayed by businesses. The piece mocks superstition and hints at civic sentiment as residents react to its spectacle. Also notes upcoming construction plans for a new building, local visits, a post office petition, and a veterinary relocation.
The first U.S. diplomatic agent Silas Deane, born in Groton Connecticut, grew to poverty in Paris after posing as a Bermudian merchant. He secured an audience with Vergennes and began ties that led to the French alliance. Recalled in 1777, he died in England in 1789, with Congress later awarding his heirs.
A note on Napoleon's quick wit and a modern French invention: a bicycle like exerciser linked to a dynamo and storage battery. Pedaling for an hour strengthens muscles and generates enough electricity to light a family home for an evening, promising health and energy savings.
The London parish of St. Bartholomew’s in Smithfield considers commemorating Benjamin Franklin in the Lady chapel where he once worked as a compositor. Researchers note Franklin’s link to Bartholomew Close and the 18th century printing setup that once stood there. A memorial could place female saints in the chapel niches once filled before the Reformation. In New York, Jeannette Hahn won $3,000 after nine years of litigation over injuries from falling scenery at the Metropolitan Opera House.
Brooklyn police investigate a bizarre incident as a group described as four boys from Brooklyn were found asleep inside a dog kennel. Authorities are reviewing statements and security footage to determine how the youths ended up there and whether any crime occurred.
Adv. Rev. and Mrs. Ellefson visited at Leo Fuller’s home Tuesday afternoon. Numerous Humboldt callers included Dr. Nicholson and Charlie Kurth. Cassie Show and Theos. Adams dropped by. A farewell hosted for Mr. and Mrs. Butler. Elmer Weaver lost a finger in a wood saw accident. Mrs. Will Wallace and others reported illness. The Young People’s class held a social at the W. S. Wallace home.
Mrs. Alma Davis and Ray Davis wed February 21 at the Van Alstine home with relatives present. Chase Paine remains ill with pneumonia at home. Mrs. Hudek from Rolfe visits Mrs. W. W. Tapscott. Geo Landmesser and family move from Ocheyedan to a bungalow west of the M and St. L track. Several residents travel to Fort Dodge or Algona for visits and errands.
Pain relief and renewed strength advertised for liver and kidney issues. Claims Robt Madsen of West Burlington Iowa recovered from virulent wet trouble after four doctors gave up. Bottle available 50 cents or 1 dollar from H Bycklen Co Louisv.
The Northern Iowa Dealers Association presents a major auto show from Monday to Saturday with 10:00 AM to 10:30 PM hours. Dealers from Iowa and prospective buyers will see reliable cars and a wide range of accessories, decorated by a leading midwest firm and guided by Carl Quist of the Iowa Military band.
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