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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1933
Page
3
Mighty men of the Methodist church plan an indoor barbecue on Thursday evening October 12 from 5 30 PM in the social rooms. Rolfe to wear aprons and serve. menu features barbecued beef baked potatoes baked beans rolls coffee pickles barbecue sauce and trimmings. Entrance 25 cents. proceeds support church activities.
Farmers seek help to harvest over six million bushels of corn. Married and single men are urged to contact the Farm Bureau office. Local workers should leave their names at the Farm Bureau office and call telephone 7J Pocahontas.
Prof. G B MacDonald of Iowa State College Forestry Department says 22 CCC camps will continue in Iowa for at least six more months. Federal funds allow accelerating development under the 2b Year Conservation Plan, with work including park development soil erosion control insect and plant disease control and building artificial lakes.
W K Roosevelt and his niece Miss Ruth Roosevelt of Clarion visited J P Graves home on a Sunday. Methodist men plan a men sized meal at the church basement on Thursday evening October 12. All set cooks of the community are invited.
October events listed include Trinity Lutheran Missionary Society meeting at Mrs W Larson home on Oct 5, Rolfe Woman's Club Oct 6 at Mrs Will Howland, Premiere Bridge Club Oct 6 at Mrs F E Grant, American Legion Auxiliary Oct 9 at Mrs W M Quigley, and many more club and church activities through Oct 25 with various host homes.
Mrs H F Olerich led a Pioneer Days program at the DeWolf home with pupils of Miss Aletta Grant, and tales from Garfield township's early days. Grandmothers and locals recalled schools, pioneer life, beaver fears, prairie fires, song, and a missed wedding due to a absent preacher.
The First Birthday Group of the Presbyterian Excelsior Society held a tea in the church parlor with pink and white decor. Mrs. B. S. Bryson and Miss Mary Shriner poured as Ruth Webb led community singing and Miss Janice Wiegman played. A Jacob's Ladder quilt, created by group members, was presented to Miss Mary Shriner after Mrs. H. C. Wiegman explained the quilt pattern. Hostesses honored April to June birthday anniversaries: many members listed. Each member contributed a quilt block and donated as she wished.
Friends and neighbors gathered at City Park Sunday for a picnic dinner honoring Mr. and Mrs. John F. Kauffman. Attendees included Mrs. Myron Boos and children, Miss Dorothy Cleal of West Bend, Mrs. Evered Bryant and baby, and many Kauffman relatives from Pocahontas Mallard Havelock Rolfe and Mason City among others.
The Fish and Game Commission urges Iowa hunters to obtain permission before hunting on private land to protect goodwill with farmers. Farmers are custodians of game and can deny access. issuing permits helps sustain hunting. Also notes that controlling chinch bugs will reduce next year’s corn losses per Dr Drake.
James H. Wilson aged about 75 fell from a six foot scaffold while assisting Charles Johnson at the James Kelts residence. He suffered a compound fracture of the left humerus with elbow involvement and a severely bruised and sprained left hip. He was taken to Dr. W. W. Beam's hospital on a stretcher with shock from the fall, but by Wednesday afternoon showing signs of recovery.
Mrs. Ruth W. Brown returns Oct 9 13 to lead clothing thrift project lessons for Pocahontas county women. All day sessions begin at 10 AM in Laurens Fonda Pocahontas and other towns with future topics including Trims and Garment Writing.
Shirley Thornton attended the Iowa Poultry Improvement Association convention in Des Moines and endorsed the Salsbury method of disease prevention. The Poultry Health Manual, with over 100 illustrations, explains common diseases in clear language and is available to all who raise poultry nationwide.
Old oats may fetch good seed value next spring due to the 1938 crop’s poor quality. Farmers who built barriers around cornfields in chinch bug areas recorded only minor losses, while omitting barriers allowed damage to extend deeper into fields.
The Pocahontas county corn husking contest will be held at the Peter Aschenbrenner farm south of Laurens on Saturday October 14 starting at 9 00 a m Husk ing will begin at the east end of the farm a mile east of the house The winner advances to the state husking contest in Audubon county on November 3 About 400 attended last year Fred Strong of Ware was the winner This will be the most important athletic event in the county this year.
Mrs T D Jones county chair of the American Legion Auxiliary entertained county presidents and secretaries at a luncheon in her home Saturday. Nine units were represented with 22 guests including retiring county chairwoman Mrs June Bartosh of Pocahontas and vice chairwoman Mrs Karl Ferguson. Baby zinnias decorated the luncheon tables.
The Des Moines Township Local of the farm union organizers a box social at the D M T school on Friday evening October 18 at 8 oclock. Prizes of two and one dollars will be awarded for the best two boxes. A program and light refreshments will be available. all are invited.
Mr and Mrs Telmer Sime entertained relatives from Renwick Fairmont Belmond Brandon Radcliffe Boland and nearby areas at a Sunday dinner and in the afternoon gathering. Attendees included I G Sime and family J A Sime and son Thomas T J Sime Ernest Sime Myrtle Sime Ruth Enders and others. Pearl Pederson visiting from Boland also joined before returning home with the Thompsons.
Mrs. C. J. Morrison Worthy Matron of the local O E S chapter entertained eighteen officers at a two course dinner in the Masonic Hall. Miniature officers served as table centerpieces and star colored place cards completed the theme. A social hour followed.
Miss Grace Dady daughter of Mr and Mrs James Dady of Pocahontas wed Eugene Clarke son of Mr and Mrs S H Clarke of Rolfe at St Augustine s in Des Moines on Wednesday Sept 13 The bride and groom plan a wedding trip through the Ozark Mountains and will reside in Alto Texas where Mr Clarke will farm The wedding was attended by the couple s immediate family and relatives.
The Northwest Iowa Conference of the Methodist Episcopal church met at Humboldt and reappointed Rev. T. S. Bassett to Rolfe. Several ministers receive new postings including Rev. J. H. Walker to Early Rev. T. E. Hoon to Garner Rev. W. A. Wilkinson to Alden Ellis Rev. C. L. Day to Havelock and Ware Rev. C. H. Seward to Laurens Rev. W. P. Webb to Gilmore City Rev. J. A. Kettle to Pocahontas Rev. H. W. Faris to Bradgate Rutland Rev. Harold Bartz new Plover pastor Rev. Herbert Clegg to supervise Ft. Dodge District Rev. A. H. Bryan retires to Sioux City Rev. C. H. Flesher to retire to Gilmore City due to health Profound changes noted with several transitions. Rolfe church hosts services and Epworth League members attend events and hear Dr Gratz Epworth Herald editor.
Dr and Mrs Marl E Hays and their son of Lake City spent Sunday with Mrs Mays brothers Will and Clarence Howland and families.
Milo Reno longtime Farmers Union leader will address the Pocahontas county court house Thursday evening Oct 5. He will discuss farm policy including the corn hog plan and Secretary Wallace criticism. Reno draws strong support and opposition and is expected to deliver a fiery address.
A meeting in Pocahontas assembly room at the court house is set for Saturday October 7 at 8 00 pm to explain the corn hog adjustment program and its expected effects on local income. R M Evans of Laurens will speak, with Congressman Gilchrist and other leaders invited. A large crowd is anticipated.
The annual meeting of the United Farmers of Pocahontas County will be held at the courthouse in Pocahontas on Saturday October 7 at 1 30 p m An executive committee conducted winter arbitration between debtors and creditors aiding several deeply involved to continue as productive citizens The organization proved to be useful and important in addressing credit issues.
Field days are held in 51 counties participating in the 1933 swine feeding tests sponsored by the Extension Service at Iowa State College. Final results should be available in about two weeks, says C. W. McDonald.
The Agricultural Extension Service at Iowa State College released Bulletin 190 “Community Meetings” by W. H. Stacy. It explains the value and development of meetings, planning factors, talent enlistment, and other guidance, available free on request.
Rev T S Bassett praises his appointment to the Rolfe charge for another year as the church calls all members to Sunday School at 10 Morning Worship at 11 Epworth League 7 15 Evening Worship 8 and plans an Indoor Barbecue Oct 12 at 5 30 with a 25 cent charge. Ladies Aid Kensington scheduled for Oct 25.
A long feature on early childhood education explains how play with blocks crafts and group games builds creativity social skills and respect for rules. It notes the value of literature songs dramatizations and neighborhood classroom community for developing leadership cooperation and self control.
Albert City Hurricanes nicknamed Big Swedes clash Rolfe High at Rolfe City Park Friday at 3 30 p m. Albert City has won 12 of 13 and relies on strong passing to set up two Lake City touchdowns. Home fans urged to attend and boost the team.
Industrial demand for corn as a key raw material could expand as starches syrups sugars oils gums and dextrines from corn feed over 30 industries. The Corn Industries Research Foundation argues that ongoing industry growth will raise cash corn demand, improve prices, and boost feed corn value.
The Ruralist reports the 1933 crop year yields for oats and barley are near the lowest on record. It urges lime application on alfalfa and sweet clover land unwired for spring sowing. It notes potential Iowa federal benefits from acreage reduction and 4-H horsemanship medals. It also covers hog industry receipts, leather care tips, and land ownership by corporations and insurers in Iowa.
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