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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1917
Page
7
A hometown column argues for unified town action to draw farming trade through welcoming rest rooms, shelter for teams, and reading spaces. It urges a two room setup for men and women, libraries, and strict use rules to keep facilities for visitors and locals alike.
The article outlines lemon grass oil from Cymbopogon citratus and Cymbopogon flexuosus, chiefly distilled on the Malabar coast. It notes Travancore as a main center, with harvest cycles from January to October, numerous local stills, and 27 wild forms identified by the Moplas. The oil yields high citrus content and is used in perfumes soaps and furniture polish, marking a recent commercial growth in South India.
A Life magazine note calls theater parties a mix of stale fans and those who dread seeing the play again. It mocks audiences tapping to the orchestra and singing along to drown the performers. The piece also mentions a 400-shot camera for quick pistol sequence snaps and a joking aim to catch delinquent subscribers paying up.
Advertises Sloan's Liniment as a universal remedy for rheumatism gout lumbago neuralgia and muscle strains. Claims easy application and deep soothing without rubbing, cleaner than ointments, with 25 cents at druggists.
The council accepts the bid of Zittrell and Sullivan for the disposal plant construction as the lowest legal bid. Mayor authorized to sign the contract once engineer prepared and council approved. Present: Bowen Bruce Hollis Wiewel. Absent: Kelts.
Bradgate and Rolfe residents enjoy visits and events. Wolard Seaman returned from Altay to the Harris home. Miss Mary Tilton visited Rolfe relatives. F.S. Caywood handled Ottos business. Art Brodalen visited Charles City for business. Nellie Bowen teaching near Humboldt vacationing at Bradgate. Mrs. J. A. Blake visited Rolfe. Esther and Nina Smith shopped Rolfe. Bradgate High School teachers hosted St Patrick Day party with students and staff. Laurence Meech of Rolfe visited Bradgate. Johanna Hoveland out sick with Jugrippe. Hattie Spies visiting G. B. Kelsey home from Colfax. Born Friday March 16 to H. M. Notestine. Mrs. G. B. Kelsey injured on icy walk. fracture treated by Dr. Gaffey. Mrs. T. Bergerseiker and Mrs. Jack Tackaberry visited Rolfe. Quy Dayton visited Rolfe for business. Steve Nelson back from Charles City. Nathan Bradburn in Rolfe briefly.
The band elected officers for the coming year at Tuesday evening’s regular meeting. President-Manager J. A. O’Niel, Secy Treas A. B Olsen, Director O. E. Eriefson, Asst. Director Wim Nielset.
A critical note questions why Mr. Wilson aims to muzzle the press while Congress continues its free-wheeling speech. The column implies tension between government restraint and legislative vocalism during a time of partisan conflict.
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