Community Calendar Listings for Rolfe and Surrounding Areas
Local notices list Oct events across towns including Albert City Rolfe and surrounding venues. Activities include church luncheons, American Legion meetings, Masonic and Eastern Star gatherings, a women’s club, youth and charity events, and drama at Rolfe school auditorium.
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Ain
Albert City
Ie High
Rolfe City Park
Eastern Star
Jergon School
Haday
Pikertown
Hay Om Union
Louis von
Agricultural Conference at Ames Focuses on Economy
The Ames conference on October 21-23 will feature talks from Dr. W. K. Meyers of Cornell on present economic conditions, Henry A. Wallace on monetary policy, Dr. G. H. Vonfegln on the human element, and leaders R. M. Hughes and R. K. Bliss outlining college and extension service roles. Farm folks of Pocahontas county are invited to attend.
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Ames
W. K. Meyers
Cornell University
New York
G. F. Warren
Henry A. Wallace
Wallace
G. H. Vonfegeln
R. M. Hughes
R. K. Bliss
Agricultural Economies
Pocahontas County
Kilbourne Harris Nuptials Near Rolfe Couple Wed in South Sioux City
Miss Margie Kilbourne and Chester Harris married at the Presbyterian manse in South Sioux City Nebraska on September 24 1931. The couple departed for Colorado after the ceremony and plan to settle in the Colorado Wyoming region where Chester finds the climate beneficial. Margie is the daughter of Mr and Mrs FR Kilbourne of Palo Alto county north of Rolfe. Chester is the son of Mrs C S Harris of Rolfe and has spent years in Wyoming.
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Margie Kilbourne
Chester Haris
Sioux City
Neh
Colorado
FR. Kilbourne
Palo Alto County
Rolfe
C. S. Harris
Wyoming
Chester
Mrs Floyd Russell Returns From Iowa City Hospital
Mrs. Floyd Russell came home last Friday from University Hospital in Iowa City after surgery to remove an inward goitre. She is recovering strength well and will need some time to rest. She is glad to be with her family and may be up briefly each day as Mr. Russell made the trip to Iowa City to visit.
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Floyd
Russell
Iowa City
University Hospital
Mr. Russell
Love
City
Pocahontas Paper Reports Rolfe Man as Embezzler
The Pocahontas Record-Democrat reports Chas E Bigelow, a former Rolfe insurance man, sought by the state for embezzlement with a $50 reward offered for his capture. The piece notes his divorce case with Mrs Bigelow and his background, emphasizing he was not a Rolfe resident and criticizing local publicity.
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Pocahontas Record-Democrat
Rolfe
Chas. E. Bigelow
State Bureau
Record-Democrat
Pocahontas
Arrow
Mr. Bigelow
Failty
Rolfe Girl Honored at Morningside College
Jason Saunderson Jr of Sioux City appointed temporary president of the freshman class at Morningside College by Clarence Nash. Other officers named include Mary Jane Metcalf of Paullina Iowa as vice president Robert McIlraith of Moville Iowa as secretary treasurer and Annabelle Brinkman of Rolfe Iowa as student council representative.
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Jason Saunderson Jr
Sioux City
Morningside College
Clarence Nash
Mary Jane Metcalf
Paullina
Iowa
Robert Mcllrath
Moville
Annabelle Brinkman
Rolfe
Woman's Club Host Des Moines Township Guests
The Rolfe Woman's Club entertained members of the Des Moines Township and Rolfe/D.M.T. with a program at the high school auditorium led by the dramatic department. Norton Ives Arlene Cook Lucile Bucher violinist L. S. Sargeant and Mrs Arthur Vaughn performed. A one act play titled Donated by the Ladies' Aid followed. Approximately 100 ladies attended and refreshments were served in the gym.
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Rolfe Woman’s Club
Des Moines Township Woman's Club
Rolfe
H. F. Olerich
Norton Ives
Arlene Cook
Lucile Bucher
Miss Chapman
L. S. Sargeant
Arthur Vaughn
Thorely
Hog Vaccination School Held at Pocahontas Court House
Seventeen farmers attended a hog vaccination school last Friday and Saturday in Pocahontas. Dr. A. L. Simonson led the event. Fourteen attendees took the exam to qualify for hog vaccination permits. The opening session covered parasite control and diseases excluding cholera.
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Court House
Pocahontas
A. L. Simonson
New York City Demands 300 Car Loads of Sugar Daily
New York City consumes about 300 car loads of granulated sugar each day. Officials cite rising consumption tied to population needs and food production, with distribution adjustments to meet demand.
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New York City
Rolfe Defeats Marathon 6-2 In disputed football game
The Rolfe squad beat Marathon 6-2 last Friday after a safety and a late fourth quarter score. Marathon claimed a touchdown was negated by a whistle and officials may seek a post season game to settle who is supreme.
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Marathon
ROLFE
Rolfe Boys
Marathon Boys
Bill Brinkman
Lokerse
Brinkman
Rickard
Shelgren
Calligan
David Brinkman
Hucek
Green
Des Moines
Fort Dodge
Trafton
Rolfe City Park
Pocahontas
Fire chief vows to soak cars blocking Groton fire trucks
In Groton South Carolina the fire chief declares any automobile attempting to reach a fire ahead of the fire truck will be given a bath. He criticizes spectators and notes cars backing from curbs cluttering the road impede passage. Rolfe fire company considers adoption.
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Groton
S. C
Rolfe Fire Company
Albert City and Rolfe Meet in Friday Football Clash
Albert City and Rolfe square off Friday at Rolfe City Park in a 3 30 p m kickoff. Albert City brings a veteran, strong two way lineup while Rolfe arrives with improved form and aims to upset the visitors.
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Albert City
ROLFE
Rolfe City Park
Marathon
Pocahontas Auxiliary Elects Officers At Havelock Meeting
Pocahontas County Unit of the American Legion Auxiliary met at Havelock on Wednesday September 30 with many in attendance. New officers chosen include County Chairman Mrs George Waters Havelock Vice-president Mrs John Beneke Pelmar Secretary Mrs Alice Rongey Onda Treasurer Miss Alvina Thoma Varina and Publicity Chair Miss Helen Mileschik Pocahontas. A musical program followed and a luncheon was served. next meeting will be held at Palmer.
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Pocahontas County
American Legion Auxiliary
Havelock
Robert McEwen
Pocahontas
Jack Bouma
George Waters
John Beneke
Pelmer
Alice Rongey
Onda
Alvina Thoma
Varina
Helen Mileschik
Palmer
Farewell to Rev Wilkinson at Rolfe Methodist Church
A large Rolfe Methodist crowd gathered Thursday evening for a farewell party for Rev W A Wilkinson and family. The Ladies Aid led arrangements and served a fine supper on short notice. Speakers and musicians followed, including Cora Lighter presenting a casserole set, and Wilkinsons thanking the congregation for three years of service. The Wilkinsons moved to Alden with their household goods, Rev Bassett taking over the Rolfe pulpit.
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W. A. Wilkinson
Ladies’ Aid Society
A. M. DeVaul
Art Mickaleck
Marie Wheeler
Miss Peters
Betty Colee
Arlene Cook
Helen Brinkman
Cora Lighter
Masters
Wilkinsons
Rolfe
Alden
Rolfeites
Rev
Bassett
Farmers of Pocahontas County to Seal Grain
Two Pocahontas county men GC. L. Gunderson of Rolfe and G. W. Clancy of Fonda are authorized to seal grain. A credit system is being worked out to finance farmers with sealed grain. Those wishing to seal their grain should contact the Farm Bureau office in Pocahontas or see either sealer.
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Pocahontas County
GC. L. Gunderson
Rolfe
G. W. Clancy
Fonda
Farm Bureau
Pocahontas
Government Overseer Role Emphasized Over Job Creation
The province will act as overseer rather than provide direct employment, underscoring a governance approach that prioritizes supervision and policy guidance over labor placement. This stance signals a focus on structural oversight and accountability in public administration.
Miller couple celebrated 50 years of marriage
The Danish Lutheran congregation honored Mr. and Mrs. Hans Miller on Sunday October 4 with a surprise fiftieth anniversary party at their church. A large family dinner followed with children and grandchildren from Des Moines Kansas City and other areas. The program included Danish songs and remarks recalling their 1881 Denmark wedding and epic journey to the United States.
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Hans Miller
Mr. Miller
John Bruce
Des Moines
Schlesvig
Altho
Mrs. Miller
Denmark
Manson
Lake Township
P. H. Bendixen
H. A. Lind
Nels Peterson
Claus Johnson
Peter Jensen
Peter Williams
Hans
Rolfe
Presbyterian Pastor to Be Installed October 15
Rev. C. Paul Carlson will be installed as pastor of the Presbyterian church in a Thursday evening service on October 15. Rev. Lindeman of Lytton will preside, Dr. Bailey of Estherville will preach, Rev. Paul Shedd of Rockwell City will give the charge to the pastor, and Rev. Walter Rothwell of Plover will give the charge to the people. Congregation urged to attend the special service.
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C. Paul Carlson
Presbyterian Church
Lindeman
Lytton
Bailey
Estherville
Paul Shedd
Rockwell City
Walter Rothwell
Plover
Rolfe Golfers Lose Big to Expo Park at Fort Dodge
Sixteen Rolfe Golf Club players met an equal number from Expo Park Club at Exposition Park. Ralph Wretman of Fort Dodge was medalist with 62 while Robert G. Hunter led Rolfe with 68. Final score 38 to 6 for Expo Park. Expo Park will visit Rolfe next Sunday at two o clock.
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Rolfe Golf Club
Fort Dodge
Expo Park
Ralph Wretman
Robert G. Hunter
Rolfe
Fred Hille
Expo Club
Expo Park Club
Pocahontas County Holstein breeders organize county group
Holstein breeders in Pocahontas county form a county organization to promote the Holstein business. Officers include President Thomas Edge and Vice President L M Thornberry. Breeders listed span Laurens to Marathon, planning no fees initially and using sales proceeds for advertising efforts.
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Pocahontas County
Iowa
Allen & Watson
Thos. Edge
Havelock
L. M.thornberry
Pocahontas
C. QR. Bowers
L. J. Ferguson
Laurens
L. BE. Ferguson
R. E. Rouse
Roy Neville
G. G. Aschenbrenner
James Clark
Dan Felsing
Louis Nemecek
Leonard Kennedy
Charlton & Kilburn
W. Lee MacVey
Rolfe
Merle Bohn
Fay Pirie
Mallard
Earl T. Garton
H. Wilson
Marathon
Mr. Moline
Henry Onnen
Manson
Journey Into Dreamland With Charley Gunderson
Charley Gunderson recalls old tax receipts from 1885 and 1899 showing low per acre rates and penalties. He jokes about waking from a dream as he compares past levies to the 1931 tax scene. The piece ends noting claims of science extending human life toward 960 years, a distant prospect.
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Charley Gunderson
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B. A. Peterson
Westlay
Sisterhood
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Quesday
Maines Township
Woman’s Club
M. T- School
Saint Jearet’s
The
Rosary Society
Excelsior Society
Ridge Club
Hte
Robert Bruce
Benet
American Holy Club
Rs. C. E. Boyce
Bon Ton Brnlub
Ridge As
Bruce
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Maude ‘Wag
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C. J. Morrison
R. H
Kilbourne-Harris
Pocahontas Paper
Woman's Club
Fire Company Objects
County Auxiliary Meeting
Wilkinson
Presbyterian
Exposition Park
Journey Into Dreamland
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