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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1922
Page
3
Rolfe school notes announce end of first term January 20 while reporting National Thrift Week January 17 to 28 and Pig Club work with Geo M Hilton. Basketball games Friday give Rolfe teams away to Havelock and Plover. a D M T literary program is planned for next Tuesday.
The D. M. T. school program at the school house Monday night featured the high school girls performing An Old-Fashioned Scene with costumes from 30 to 40 years ago. A Virginia reel followed, sung songs included Carry Me Back to Ole Virginny, and Ruth Peterson read That Old Sweetheart of Mine. A short play City vs Country was presented by six high school students, noted for humor and good acting. Colored lights enhanced the evening.
Local notes report Mrs. Hannah Mick's death near Laurens after a long life as mother of ten. Various visits include Hartung in Pocahontas and Shider at Albaughs. Milton Hilton returns from Forestburg MD to visit family as Doings cover community gatherings and club meetings.
Wood and H R Dicus of Pocahontas attended the joint installation of officers for the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Friday evening. Henry Goodchild served as installing officer for the Odd Fellows and Miss Sadie Goodchild for the Rebekahs. A fine supper followed, with games and amusements filling the rest of the evening.
The Des Moines Tribune promotes an annual subscription at four dollars with free samples available. Local representative H. F. Thomas can be reached by phone to assist and provide service.
Daniel Boone, son of Quaker parents in Pennsylvania, left the Quaker creed to become a famed Indian fighter and frontiersman. He founded Boonesborough in 1775, endured a Shawnee captivity, escaped using tobacco powder in their eyes, later moved to Missouri, and died in 1820 at eighty six, with Kentucky honoring him decades later by reinterring his remains in the state capital.
The quotation suggests a bishop debates whether to train girls like Peggy Joyce or Frances Willard, implying either path would likely gain publicity. The remark notes concern over how such choices might be printed or perceived.
The passage compares lives to ships and crews, contrasting those who pursue earnest, patient effort with those who abandon self reliance. It urges full attention to lifework, energy, and sincerity to avoid dereliction and find lasting happiness and reward.
The piece traces the origin of picnic from 19th century social customs where guests supplied shared dishes. It notes the term came from picking items on a cross-off list and cites early examples around 1618 with a prince of Wales birthday party and a description of communal dishes like sausages and a giant bag pudding.
A high school program combines class work with practical sales experience. Girls spend alternating weeks in school and at large department stores to gain real training in salesmanship and related design skills. The aim is a strong foundation and steady advancement in the profession.
Poem reflects on imperfect life and enduring affection. It compares love to weather, noting storms and sunshine alike, and urges patience and wisdom until calm returns. The speaker credits loved ones with holding steady through hardship, ensuring enduring tenderness.
A household scene at 4 o'clock features Hungry Harold asking for conventional biscuits and a cup of tea from the Lady of the House. The dialogue captures everyday domestic ritual and social roles in a formal tone.
Practical guidance on making custard with milk eggs and sugar. Includes methods boiled and baked, flavorings like nutmeg cinnamon orange rind lemon maple caramel and chocolate, decorating ideas and salt for balanced taste. Also provides caramel sauce and a custard with cake crumbs to use leftovers.
The passage argues that lovely should describe worthy worthy objects inspiring esteem. It condemns casual use for trifling matters and suggests alternatives like attractive or pleasant in common contexts.
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