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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1933
Page
1
An editorial urges restoring land values to prewar levels as farms face foreclosure risk under current valuations. It argues government loan programs require fair appraisals and notes prices and moral in the region decline if policies stay rigid. The piece cites Don Berry and The Indianoire Record.
The piece argues economic stress awakens citizens to political matters while broad apathy limits individual action. It notes a shift toward interest in local and national governance, warning that manipulated systems may affect future civic life.
All departments will be closed Friday Nov 3 to allow Rolfe Public School faculty to attend the State Teachers Convention in Des Moines. No classes in any department. The notice notes the Friday and Saturday sessions and thanks local supporters for Homecoming activities.
A M E Priebes Weekly letter warns the poultry market could falter as Paria Strike and related measures force many farm shops to close. The writer, recalling hard farming days, argues government policy and farm strikes harm supply and price stability, urging self reliance and market-based exchanges.
Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Luther League 8:00 p.m. Mid-Week Prayer Meeting Thursday 8:00 p.m. Confirmation at 10:30 a.m. next Sunday. Mission Offering and Missionary Society meet at the parsonage with Mrs Wang berg Thursday afternoon. Choir rehearsal Friday evening.
Sunday School and worship services announced by Rev. L H Kjoller with morning service on the first Sunday in Danish and all other services in English. Rolfe community invited to attend and follow schedule unless announced. Card of thanks to Rolfe Fire Co. and helpers for saving the Grant home.
Mr and Mrs J L Miller, Clarke and Lawrence were dinner guests at Verne Waters home. J H Eno dined at J H Goodchild home. C E Miller family visited J B Sheldon. O J Bowyer family moved into F Keerles residence. Riteharts moved to Mallard. K P Hunter family spent day at Ledges Park Boone. J M Ralle family visited R C Derr in Pocahontas. Ina Bloomer of Palmer visited W A Bloomer. A Halloween party at the Methodist church featured the Reds and Greens with 26 new members in the Greens drive.
The article lists numerous social visits and gatherings across towns including Sioux Rapids Rolfe Pocahontas and Thor with names like Velma Markley Anita Miller Mildred Jensvold and Rev C L Day. It mentions a Friendly Club meeting a Halloween party and a surprise 13th birthday party for Byrle Waters. It also notes a fire at Ed Stoul farm and a dress clinic at the school house.
Relatives friends and neighbors gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs Chas Phelp and family to help observe Mr Phelps birthday. The event drew a large number of attendees and continued through the last Sunday, celebrating the occasion with the family.
A community day anniversary featured well-filled baskets of provender and an excellent noon meal. In the afternoon outdoor games and visiting followed. Attendants included Mr. and Mrs. Harry Greene and sons from Pocahontas, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Phelp and children from Rolfe, Miss Opal Stover of Plover, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Stover with Marion and Gay, and Jess DeVaul.
Viola Buck wed Dean S Rowe at the Buck home in Jackson Minnesota on Thursday evening the 28th anniversary of Viola's parents Fred and Mrs Buck former Havelock residents. Henry and Melvin Buck provided the marriage feast music for the celebration.
Daughters of Rebekah lodge held a Thursday evening meeting with strong attendance. Members decided to pack a barrel of fruit for the Home at Mason City. Mrs Vern Waters led the entertainment program featuring a Girls Chorus and readings, then a social hour and lunch provided by committee members H H Hilton Wm Hilton W A Bloomer George Plantz and Frank Ralle.
Former resident Mrs Mable Holderfer Daggett died in Des Moines after being summoned by the death of her sister Mrs E L Albaugh. Her graveside service was held Thursday afternoon with family members including Mr and Mrs Lewis Hawk and Mrs Irvin Carpenter among those traveling to Des Moines.
Mrs John Kretzmeier and Mrs Emory Johnson hosted a Helping Hand Circle meeting at Kretzmeier’s country home last Thursday afternoon. Vice-president Myrtle Ball presided in the absence of the president. The group made a friendship pillow for Mrs John DeYoung and enjoyed an excellent lunch.
Havelock Methodist Church notes pastor Rev. C. L. Day with Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Junior League at 7:00 p.m. Epworth League at 7:00 p.m. Evening service at 7:30 p.m. The King’s Heralds will meet Saturday.
Members urged to attend the Northsweat Division of the AI Society meeting this Thursday at Mrs. Chas. Stover's home to elect officers. The notice invites Havlock residents to join their church and participate in weekly services as announced.
A newly issued permit boosts profile for a group of men and aids the local enterprise. The project gains attention as it proceeds, with positive effects on the business environment and community interest.
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