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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1972
Page
5
A reader recalls buying and swapping tickets at Munich 1972, noting scalping, legality questions, and security crackdowns. They describe standing room crowds at Olympic Park, gate crashes, and the awe of facilities despite dense crowds, with a continuation promised.
A shower honoring Cheryl Trimble will be held Saturday October 7 at 7 30 p m in the Plover Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome.
Dennis Bigelow 24 of Rockwell City and Curt Roberts 19 of Laurens escaped serious harm when their 1962 Chrysler veered off a curve near Rolfe on Highway 15. They were treated at Pocahontas Community Hospital for minor cuts and bruises. Bigelow faces improper passing and loss of vehicle control charges.
Brent Hilton of Rolfe was chosen for PREP School for West Point but turned down the opportunity after five years of college. He is now at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri undergoing basic training. The report was filed by SFC Jerry T. Whitmire, U.S. Army recruiter in Pocahontas.
Rolfe Community School prepares for 1972 Homecoming with queen candidates Louis Gunderson Nichelle Pomerenko and Sean Robinson chosen by seniors and football team. The crowning is set for Friday at 1 30 pm in the Memorial Auditorium followed by a parade pep rally and game against Laurens Elks. The Rams aim to rebound after a 7 0 loss to Rockwell City as Coach Engelking notes turnover issues and need better running plays.
Rams fall in a conference clash to the Laurens Elks as Rockwell City gains 61 rushing yards to 55 for the Rams and suffer five fumbles while Laurens tackles and two assists highlight the foe. Engelking lauds Shimon on defense replacing Dan Seward as the Rams face a tough homecoming opponent.
Rebecca Mazur and Gary Post united in marriage at All Saints Catholic Church Rowley Iowa on August 5 1972 in a double ring ceremony officiated by Rev Donald Schmidt. Bride and groom were accompanied by Mazur brothers Charles and Michael as acolytes and Thomas Mazur as lector with pink gladioli daisies and greenery decorating the altar.
The Rolfe Chamber of Commerce will hold a noon dinner and business meeting on Monday October 9 in the Bon Appetite Cafe dining room. All members are urged to attend.
County Chairman Joe Roeve calls Democrats to a brief meeting in the Pocahontas Courthouse assembly room at 8 00 p m next Saturday October 7. All Democrats urged to attend.
Rolfe post office will be closed Monday October 9 in observance of Columbus Day. No window service or mail delivery on that day.
Three Rolfe Community School seniors Lynn Robinson Louise Gunderson and Michele Pomerenko vie for 1972 homecoming queen. Coronation Friday at 1 30 p m at the school, with the queen to be named during ceremonies after the game.
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