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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1925
Page
5
The article argues that advertising cannot save a poor product. A merchandise must be right in service to satisfy customers and bring repeat business. Advertising serves only if the product meets its claimed quality and value.
The National Child Welfare Association designates October 18 95 as Children’s Week in Rolfe. A joint committee from Danish Lutheran Norwegian Lutheran Presbyterian and Methodist churches organizes activities from Sunday through Friday including a high school program, canvass, child and mother party, community frolic, organization parade, educational films, and a school kids program. Merchants urged to decorate windows. ribbons awarded for best displays. Arrow offers ad support for participation. Mrs. John Damborg chairs. Clarence Helvig visiting Roland.
Manhattan station installs a Rapidayton ten gallon visible pump replacing old towers. Manager Z. T. Carroll cites rising business and demand for modern gear. The new pump speeds transactions and shows customers exactly what they buy.
Sunday last week Mrs. H. C. Gilchrist of Laurens passed away at nearly 92. Mother of Clel Will Fred Gilchrist Mrs. Joe Allen Rosebloom and Miss Maude Gilchrist she was an educator married to a fellow educator who became president of the Iowa State Teachers College. She remained active with youth throughout life as the machine wore out. Her long life left a family of six children and a legacy of engagement with learning.
The Rolfe Womans Club plans its annual meeting tomorrow at the agreed venue. Members are advised to attend for a worthwhile program and updates on club activities.
On Monday evening October Sth at 8:00 p.m. Prof. C. A. Fullerton will conduct an all ages song service in the Pocahontas courthouse assembly room. No speeches, plans call for a full house of farmers and families with easy to sing old time songs under Fullerton’s direction.
Negotiations closed last week resulting in the Chevrolet agency for the locality being transferred to I. M. Ritchey from Paulson and Wheeler. The firm focuses on repairs but now aims to boost sales with Ritchey promising daily stock Chevrolets. Registrations in September show eight Chevrolets and a Chevrolet leadership impression in the county.
The Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian church has chosen officers for the coming term. President Cora Pollock, Vice-President Jeannie McEwen, Secretary Helen Cleaver, Treasurer Sarabelle Quinsland. They are regarded as well qualified for their roles and a strong administration is anticipated under their leadership.
Weather and player no shows slow Rolfe Golf Club handicap matches. The sports committee warns defaults may be called if preliminary rounds are not completed promptly, risking loss of chance for glory on the fairway.
The American Legion Endowment fund drive surpassed a $300 target in a brief and partial canvass. Local efforts exceeded expectations, though participation remained uneven.
A local Odd Fellows lodge announces a meeting tomorrow evening October 2 at the hall. Members and families are urged to attend with preparations for a big meal. Grand Master Butts will be present.
The Arrowlet editors explain the staff setup with Miss Marcum and Mr Setzeplandt aiding, while the Rolfe High football team prepares for a home game against Manson after a 13 to 0 loss to Sioux Rapids. A general assembly, pep rallies, and declamatory plans are also reported with community and school involvement.
Rolfe starts its football season tomorrow after noon at 3 45 in City Park. The team is largely new but has trained hard and aims for a strong showing against Manson last year’s decisive winner. Community support could make opening day a full, spirited town event.
Mrs. Malvin E. Struthers reports lilacs blooming out of season northeast of Rolfe, with snowballs also blooming a third time this season. A late frost and drought may have influenced the plants, reflecting unusual weather effects across the plant world.
A L D Club entertained husbands and school faculty on Thursday September 24 with a two course dinner by Cateress Cleaver. Mrs Wheeler chaired the entertainment, Mrs Gunderson gave the welcome, Supt Letzeplandt spoke for teachers, Mr Graeber for husbands, and Mrs Moon sang. The evening closed with games and unanimous appreciation of the club.
The church announces no preaching next Sunday due to the pastor’s attendance at conference. Sunday school starts at 9 30 for the new year, with an average yearly attendance of 185 and peak of 251. Ladies Aid holds a business meeting at Mrs Otis Cook’s home Wednesday. Rolfe High football boost mentioned for the Rolfe Manson game tomorrow.
Presbyterian notes outline a week of services leading to the 45th anniversary. Rally Day will feature a covenant-based sermon, Sunday school promotions, and a special anniversary service led by Supt. J. T. Grant. Nightly programs include visits by pastors from nearby towns and former pastors.
Eastern Stars held a social evening with about 75 members in the hall. Ladies supervised men hemming dish towels and boxes for two lunch were exchanged. John Brinkman honored with chocolates for birthday as the meeting closed. Winter clothes purchases noted alongside talk of debt and gas payments.
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