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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1966
Page
1
The report notes volunteers lacking gloves boots and hats during fires. It highlights two available firemen with only half their protective equipment and calls for improved gear and preparedness to handle blazes with limited personnel.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions an award and a salute to a maker as part of the event. Names and specifics are unreadable. main action is an award followed by recognition. The piece lacks clear dates, places, or organizations.
Care of the eight pound son welcomed into the home last week. Miss Jene Eyerson and Warren Heathman attended a piano dedication on Station WOT Ames honoring Aunt Mary Whitney aged 90. Mr and Mrs Lloyd Cox moved into residence property in the northwest part of town and will be at home to friends after a considerable wait.
An alarm was set off as a brush fire near the oiled PAL station drew responders around 8 o'clock Tuesday. In the same day a miscellaneous shower was held at the Methodist Church parlor in the evening of May 2 for Mrs. Rodel Long, former Ruth Lundy.
Raymond Schonberger, formerly in the selective service and stationed at Camp Claiborne La, has been promoted to mess sergeant. Fire caused slight roof damage at the Muriel Wilson home from burning paper in a furnace. Sioux City state music contest honors won by Rolfe high school students highlight regional talent. Local grocery specials listed include Spry or Crisco 8 lb 45c, bananas 6c lb, fresh strawberries 15c box.
Obituary notes the sudden death of Will Kloster of Manson formerly Rolfe on a Sunday morning. A Vienna telegram carried Mother's Day greetings to Mia. Roy Brooks from her son Bentley Nissen recalls the V Day parade on May 9 with allies Britain, Russia, France and the United States. Eagle Grove residents complain about the city water taste as the treatment plant was temporarily out of service.
A May 13 1926 clipping notes John Pollock as a figure in Idwa history marking a 40 year remembrance. The brief references community ties and local memories from the era.
Hunters headed by Bill McIntire traced reports to Pocahontas and unearthed a den connected to farm credit lenders. The incident sparked renewed calls for oversight as investigators collect records and statements from local banks and residents.
Frederick M. Hudson of Rolfe Iowa announces candidacy for Pocahontas County Attorney in the September 6 1966 Republican primary. He urges Republican voters to support him and expresses appreciation for their vote.
Donald O'Connor of Pocahontas Iowa announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for County Recorder in the September 6 1966 primary. He appeals to Democratic voters to support his bid and vote.
Eldon Obrecht and Robert Obrecht left for Cleveland Ohio to support Eldon as soloist in the national music contest representing Rolfe High School. Mrs Knappes accompanied them at Virgil Thorson home prior departure.
Locals report an unusual rise in fox sightings as golf balls flood the area. Alfred Gadd is noted among residents observing the phenomenon and collecting stray balls.
Rolfe Ia real estate and insurance services offered by Wilson Farm Management. Includes farm management expertise and contact phone 848-3426 for Rolfe location inquiries.
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