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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1916
Page
9
Local reports describe a very severe hail storm west of here, with Laurens bearing the brunt. The townside notes include funeral plans, suffrage activity, and varied community events amid the weather impact. Community notices mention Decoration Day speakers and local hospitalities as residents prepare for the holiday.
Pikertown Union S. S. notes report final preparations for a large revival in a big tent with folding seats and lights. Evangelist Frank Lindgren, famed for preaching and singing, will lead the campaign after a Louisiana stop. A Sunday School Children’s Day program is planned for June 11 as part of the events.
The Methodist Episcopal Church conducts union services at the Presbyterian church Sunday morning with Rev C S Barnette delivering Memorial Day address on Patriots of War and Patriots of Peace. Union baccalaureate sermon by Dr McGogney at evening service. Visitors and the church’s young people are urged to attend. Sunday school and other services follow usual hours.
The article notes Obregon’s failed plan to force U S army withdrawal and suggests his next step is to push Carranza into accepting guidance. It comments on crowded presidential hopefuls and hints at tensions over Mexico’s leadership and relations with the United States.
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