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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1927
Page
5
The text advocates that individuals should act for the common good and invest in local business and community welfare. It highlights roles for both men and women of influence to look beyond personal desks and support neighbors, workers, and farmers toward broader improvements.
A reader excerpt notes Lester’s advice to involve everyone and love neighbors, stressing why community papers should keep business names out of advertising to sustain the town and the paper together. The exchange argues this tissue of local life keeps business and town alive.
A muddled discussion traces how Oakland’s wealth largely comes from outside the city as residents spend money elsewhere. It argues Oakland risks becoming a bedroom city while San Francisco and other areas gain, affecting local taxes, schools, and services. The piece cites a broader lesson about patronage and regional wealth impacts.
Daniel K Folk born April 11 1857 near Nova Ashland county Ohio died October 26 1927 in California from paralysis and incipient pneumonia. He taught school in Illinois and Iowa and later moved to California with wife Mary Baldwin surviving are his wife one sister one adopted daughter two adopted sons and four nephews.
On Monday night F C Thomas fell ill and on Tuesday morning the family moved to Fort Dodge for examination which showed an inflamed hernia. An operation Tuesday afternoon relieved pain and progress was good until Thursday morning when his recovery slowed. Family and community hope for a swift full recovery.
The Epworth League and Christian Endeavor Societies of Rolfe hosted county societies in the Presbyterian church basement in Rolfe on Monday evening October 31. Represented were Laurens Havelock Pocahontas and Plover. Each society performed nine charm aloud, with a prize to the winner. Rolfe’s Christian Endeavor won. About 150 attendees enjoyed refreshments after the event, with committee help from Mrs. J. H. Brinkman Mrs. Fred Nelson and Miss Sheel.
State Highway Commission studied extending Highway No. 44 from Rolfe to West Bend and Whittemore with prospects strong for the project. The commission faced mud in its test drive, yet consensus favored an improved road. Local events include Nastern Star, Rolfe Woman's Club, American Citizenship program, and a November 7 Legion Auxiliary meeting.
Rolfe high school delivered a spirited 6 6 football tie with Lake City at City Park last Friday marking a successful homecoming. A large crowd, record ticket sales led by Marshall Tubbs 64 tickets, and community support defined a day-long celebration ending in a sociable draw.
Local attendees including Mr. and Mrs. Ives and county agent heard President R. M. Hughes, newly elected, stress the need for a prosperous rural economy. He warned cities depend on farm families for population and urged maintaining the right kind of people on farms to secure America's future.
The Presbyterian Bible Class held a social at Mrs. J F Marcums home last Friday night. The group presented candy boxes to Mr. and Mrs. J F Nelson before their move to California and to Mrs Predmore bound for Chicago. Officers elected for the year include President Hans Miller Vice President Mrs L W Ives Secretary C L Gunderson Treasurer Mrs H N Hamilton. Class teachers are Mr Hamilton and Mr Gunderson. Twenty two attended a fine lunch and social.
Mr and Mrs Glyde Brinkman and guests hosted the C J Club gathering. Dinner was served at seven with officer elections naming Guy Smith president J C Gunderson secretary treasurer Earl Fisher cor secretary. The rest of the evening was social and decor followed a Halloween theme.
Rev J H Walker outlines Sunday Bible School at 9 30 morning worship at 10 50 union Young People gathering at 6 80 p m union services at 7 80 p m at Presbyterian Church Dr Ross of Morningside College to speak Sunday morning Rolfe's five youths represent the town in Morningside this year The temperance themed union service last Sunday evening drew a large crowd Next Sunday night’s union service will be at the Presbyterian church.
The notice lists Trinity Lutheran Church activities led by Rev. J. C. Wangberg with 10:00 a.m. English service and 11:00 a.m. Bible class. Weekday prayer meeting is Wednesday with no evening service next Sunday. laymen will conduct the above service. A motto on pursuing happiness appears in the closing line.
The Pocahontas County Protective Association promotes a free secret marking system for poultry and livestock. Members receive marks and instruction. signs at gates deter theft as a recent incident showed marked fowl were stolen and sold after being dressed.
Communion service next Sunday morning. Bro Walker will preach the sermon at the union service in this church Sunday evening. Rev Dr Black missionary among mountaineers will speak Monday night at eight o clock. Learn what the church does for backward communities. A missionary offering will be taken with no funds appeal. All interested are invited.
The church lists an English Reading Service at 10:00 a.m. and a Prayer Meeting on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Weekday Bible Study is at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. All are cordially invited to attend and will be welcomed.
We express gratitude for flowers and tokens of respect. Thanks for the choir music, Legion services, and ministers’ service. Signed by Mrs. C. W. and family.
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