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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1916
Page
7
Reports from the North American Surgical Congress in Philadelphia last week include county representation by Drs Hovenden and Nilason of Lau rens. Local notes mention a new barn built by Mrs Niels Nielsen west of Rolfe and plans for Temperance Sunday union services at the M H church on November 12.
Miss Gay Zenda MacLaren presents a full play reading with onstage actings and voice imitation of characters. The Rolfe event, part of a club course, promises a rare talent that rivals stage impersonation and attracts attention from Frank Carpenter and local supporters.
F. E. Zeman sold six calves under eight months to a California buyer group led by J. M. Stint for 500 dollars. The stock shipped to Salt Lake City Utah proves a profitable outlet for cattle hogs and thorebreds on his 200 acre land. Zeman promotes keeping good stock and expects more investors.
Members and friends of the Rolfe church are invited to a social gathering in the church parlors on Wednesday evening November 8. The Ladies' Aid Society will handle refreshments with each lady bringing a dish. Circle No. 1 manages the reception room and entertainment, Circle No. 2 the kitchen, Circle No. 3 the dining room for a pleasant gathering.
City Council proceedings from Rolfe Iowa on October 26 1916 cover local governance actions. Meeting records show decisions and public notices affecting residents and town affairs.
Des Moines township trustees hold regular meeting at Mads Johansen home on Monday November 6 1916. General Election will be held in one room of the Consolidated School on November 8 1916. W S Watson Clerk.
Bids will be received for hauling gravel from Seifert and Hewlett pits onto Broad Street from Holt's Implement Shop to the town line. Bid per load from both pits. City reserves right to reject any or all bids. Bids due Monday evening November 6 at 7 o'clock at the Mayor's office. By order of the City Council, Rolfe.
A vintage advertisement promotes Dr. Hobson's Eczema Ointment as a treatment for eczema pimples acne blotchy skin and skin infections. It claims prompt relief for cold sores and cracked hands and urges purchase at the druggist. The ad emphasizes antiseptic action and prevention of spread.
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