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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1937
Page
5
A large daytime crowd gathered for Rolfe’s parade and town event featuring a bicycle march, music by local bands, and a wide range of foods. Officials praised paving work and road safety efforts while judges awarded prizes for corn and farm produce.
Evelyn Francis 18, of Palmer, died in a late night head on collision near the junction of highways 10 and 17 east of Havelock. She rode with Jerry Blaha of Pocahontas en route to a dance, as Oscar Lundberg of Pomeroy drove the other car. A coroner's inquest was held Monday.
The Ladies Aid of Trinity Lutheran church will host a luncheon at the Fuller building, third door north of the theater, Saturday Oct 16. Serving begins at 5 o'clock with hot chicken sandwiches mashed potatoes pickles pie cake and coffee on the menu.
Thomas J. McCullom died Friday at Mercy hospital Fort Dodge from burns suffered while spraying weeds with a sodium chloride mixture. He was burned Sept 16 when his clothing caught fire while lighting a pipe. his clothes were ignited after chemicals dried on them. Funeral services were held at McIntire funeral home with Rev. C W Tompkins officiating and burial at Humboldt. He was born Oct 3 1864 in Jordan New York and married in 1905. he leaves a son James and three sisters and a brother.
The Order of Eastern Star met Friday for regular business and a 7 oclock potluck supper. Past Matrons Society led the program with Mrs Etta Symes presiding. Mrs Park Kauffman of Pocahontas sang, Mrs Verna Hoffert of Plover read, and Bur dette Graeber played piano. Guests included Mrs J S Pearce Des Moines Mrs D G Taylor Sioux City and others from Peenhontas Plover and nearby towns.
Frank H Lovrien died at friends' home in Decatur City on October 12 1937 at about 89. A pioneer of the Old Rolfe neighborhood he left seven children including Rep Frank S Lovrien of Humboldt and Judge V Fred Lovrien of Spencer. Funeral services were held in Humboldt.
Plans are arranged for an amateur contest at the Ridotto ballroom on Thursday October 21 in connection with the regular dance. Jack Reams and his orchestra will furnish the music. The grand contest winner will receive a free trip to New York City for a tryout with Major Bowes.
Livermore and Rolfe played a tense homecoming clash ending in a 7 to 7 tie as Oct 8 saw a large crowd witness a hard fought contest. Key moments included a Livermore touchdown after Shields sprinted in and multiple returns and late drives. the next matchup is slated for Rockwell City on Oct 15.
The Iowa state safety council and Pocahontas county safety council will hold a safety school in Pocahontas on Thursday evening October 14 at 7:45 in the courthouse assembly room. It aims to acquaint mayors police officers justices of the peace and other peace officers and officials with new motor vehicle laws. Officials urge attendance to boost highway safety. Fred M. Hudson president Theo F. McCartan secretary.
A Rolfe resident with a $2500 homestead valued home received a $62.50 exemption and $53.47 tax receipt with $9.03 change. Onlookers note the novelty of getting change from taxes as a “thrill.” Senator A J Shaw is cited as originator of the exemption which now targets homestead owners only. County treasurer says state taxes were reduced by $70,000 this year under the change.
The Garfield township teachers held a second meeting at Miss Otto's school on Monday afternoon. Hectographed materials outlined teachers' activities, and books were suggested for the library. Miss Otto provided refreshments.
The Pocat hontas County Mutual Fire and Lightning Insurance Association held its annual board meeting on Tuesday October 12 1987 at the courthouse. Members present included C L Gunderson president F K Hawley vice president Mrs J H Bucher secretary and directors W T Fitzgerald agent and others. J P Griffin resigned due to ill health after long service since 1911. Reports from president and secretary were approved. Yearly losses remain average. An assessment of 1.5 mills per dollar on all in force up to June 1 1937 was declared to cover losses and reserves. Notices will be mailed November 1.
Pocahontas plans 1937 88 activities at an all girls 4-H leaders meeting with county committee. Miss Ehelma Ekquist from Iowa State college staff will attend to guide plans and training. The group will evaluate last year and set county local club and individual goals. Home economics focus for the year is home efficiency.
A large Trinity Lutheran audience heard Rev Sihler speak on the Indian mission at Wittenberg Wisconsin. The event showcased moving pictures of the mission a Bible school under the denomination. Indian children from a 200 mile radius attend with Martha Wangberg who has taught there two summers.
Mr and Mrs Denzil Johnson return Sunday evening after a three week absence spent on the road near Clayton Idaho visiting relatives in the Campbell families at Fred Leisinger home. They hunted a four point buck at 10000 feet and fished for rainbow trout using a new method. The deer carcass showed a good share of the meat.
The Palmer post hosts the county American Legion meeting on October 18 with State Commander Dolliver expected to attend.
Keith Rickard, former Rolfe high school football and basketball star, joins the Iowa freshman football squad as a potential tackle candidate. Coach Irl Tubbs emphasizes speed and explosiveness for the line while Elwood Davis and staff oversee fall drills. Rickard may also vie for spots on freshman basketball and track teams.
The American Legion Auxiliary met in Legion hall Monday afternoon with hostesses Mrs. Lewis Paulson Mrs. Mac Vey and Mrs. Martin Christensen. President Mrs. C B Chapman led the session as yearly programs were distributed and obligations paid. One thousand poppies were ordered and magazines sent to Knoxville hospital. Birthday gift given to Anna McIntire. Guests included Mrs. Maggie Wax Mrs. Hicks and Miss Quigley. Fifteen members and three visitors attended and a fine lunch was served by the committee reporter.
The Tuesday club met at Mrs. George O Hauk s home with Mrs. Ernest Vaughn presenting on California bridges including the San Francisco Oakland and Golden Gate bridges. Mrs. C B Bowen led music and noted origins of old songs and national anthems.
The first killing frost of the season arrived Friday morning after Jack Frost touched down during the preceding days, leaving vegetation seemingly finished and the landscape subdued by frost.
Main street sees a facelift as several storefronts receive new paint. Christena Holts building gains bright red exterior while Richard and Hunter facades brighten to green and white. McIntire funeral home remodels include removing a cupola and adding a double garage. plans proceed for porch updates and a new office. The area continues to improve and grow.
Melvin Heiter and Bessie Peterson were married at noon on October 12 1987 in the Rolfe Iowa home of Mrs Chris Peterson Attendants included Dorothy Green of Sheldon and Dale Peterson The ceremony was in the living room officiated by Rev Clarence W Tompkins A large reception followed with relatives from Gilmore Humboldt and Rolfe in attendance The couple will reside at the Julius Hansen farm after October 14
Rolfe High School celebrates a copyrighted alma mater song titled Victory written by Graydon Thornton, a former student now a Chicago music composer. The verse honors Rolfe High with lines urging support and pride as students and alumni chant toward victory.
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