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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1921
Page
5
The Woman's Club plans a 1921 1922 lyceum series with the Stone Platt Trio at the high school auditorium. They have not sold enough season tickets to guarantee the course and may lose money, but community support could sustain wholesome entertainment this winter.
Fonda High meets Cherokee High at Fonda next Saturday in a hig hprofile football tilt seen as a top contest for the section. Both teams contend for the regional title with Fonda led by quarterback Young Wren. Locals plan a possible road trip if weather allows. rivalry adds to the stakes.
The American Legion athletic carnival was moved to Tuesday October 25 due to talent delays. The eight o'clock program features Abie Levich of Des Moines vs Tom McCarty of Cedar Rapids in a six round boxing match, plus several three round bouts and two wrestling matches. Proceeds support the Legion hall and club room, with ads in this issue detailing full particulars. Tuesday night is the night.
The Rolfe Golf Club tournament for the White Silver Cup began this week but detail is scarce. James Bruce posted 84 to lead, with F. J. Nacke at 86. Thirty two players started elimination on Tuesday and one flight was finished last night. The final is expected Saturday.
The Rolfe Woman's Club held the fifth annual baby health contest at the high school auditorium on October 12. Ninety-two mothers sought appointments. seventy-three babies aged one to three and ten infants under one were examined. Scores announced for both boys and girls, with Doris Arlene Vaughn and James Ridenour Graham among top finishers. Forrest Bale Ives won the 38 dollar prize for most improvement.
Plans by the local Legion Post and the Women’s Auxiliary to observe Armistice Day on November 11 include a 11 o’clock morning speaking event, a carnival and football in the afternoon, and a Ford touring car grand prize in the evening. Full details will appear in next week’s Arrow.
The Community Sing at the auditorium Sunday drew about three times prior attendance, with Mrs. Robbins again in charge and a gallery filled by fourth through seventh graders. Miss McAnneny has advanced music teaching in one month, with special numbers from Ruth Webb and Daphne Malcolm. Superintendent Evans spoke on music's role in the curriculum. high school interest remains a noted shortfall. Visitors from nearby towns attended, and organizers hope for steady growth and broader participation.
C E NOTES announces next Sunday night Dorothy Green will lead the meeting with the topic What We Know About God referencing Psalm 139:1-12. A business meeting is planned for 4:80 p m Tuesday Oct 25 at the president's home and all members are urged to attend.
Miss Antoinette Bornstotter gave a brief talk to mothers present and the audience was dismissed. The committee expressed hearty thanks to all who contributed to the success of the baby health event.
This week marks the second six week period as report cards go out. Fire Prevention Day was observed. Sophomore and Senior girls set a Friday basketball game for October 21 to start at seven. New pupils Carl and Lois join the third and fifth grades. practice for boys and girls basketball begins after school and at 7:00 pm. Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Gunderson have rebuilt their Rolfe home with bellastone exterior and interior remodels.
The Pocahontas County Mutual Fire and Lightning Insurance Association held its annual meeting at the cours’ house in Pocahontas on Oct 11 1921. Officers were elected for the ensuing year and a one mill assessment on policies in force was approved to cover anticipated losses. The reports showed a fair gain with total receipts of 16 304 LT and $4141.00 recovered from reinsurance.
Pocahontas won 21 to 0 at Gilmore City as Stew White starred for Pocahontas and Vance Wiley highlighted Rolfe’s defense. Local players showed good effort despite coordination gaps. Rolfe faces Webster City next Sunday.
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