Rate Fight Over Electric Juice Sparks Public Outcry
Local readers protest a proposed rate increase by the high line supplier, arguing it would punish customers after earlier contracts and overloading. They blame the commission for boosting rates while failing to guarantee reliable service and advocate for accountability and restored continuity.
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the Light and Power Company
Laurens
Rolfe
Rolfe and
Humboldt
Providence
Depots to Consolidate in Rolfe Railway Merger
Rolfe railway companies consolidate depots with Chris Peterson contracted to move the M and St. L. depot near the cross ing for use as a passenger depot for both lines. The North Western depot becomes a union depot near the crossing. Moving within two weeks and combining agents expected to cut staff. The plan aims to convenience the public and save costs.
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Rolfe
Chris Peterson
North Western
Just Peace or Unconditional Surrender
Public sentiment gauges the two strongest words in circulation as unconditional surrender and peace. The speaker argues for a peace that is just and lasting, insisting on precise adjectives to accompany the outcome.
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America
Pioneer Mother of Des Moines Two. Answers Summons
Mrs. William Struthers of Des Moines township dies after a long pioneer life marked by aid to neighbors and church work. Born Ann Kilgour in Scotland on May 29 1832 she came to Canada as a child and to Iowa in 1860. She survived by four sons two daughters and siblings. Funeral was private due to quarantine with Rev R D Echlin leading services. Interment at Clinton Cemetery.
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Wm. Struthers
William Struthers
Leslie Struthers
Des Moines Township
Struthers
Aberdeen
Scotland
Ann Margaret Kilgour
Canada
Ormstown
Quebec
Iown
Rolfe
Ladysmith
Wis
David Kilgour
Miami
Man
Robert Kilgour
Greenway
James Struthers
Ottoson
Iowa
John Lockerby
Neelin
Red Cross Junk Drive Instructions and Locations
The junk receiving station is at the back room of the Hunter cream station open daily and on Wednesday and Saturday evenings. Bring papers and magazines to the old school building and place tires and inner tubes on the pole in front of Patterson's grocery. Funds from tires adopt a French orphan, a rear community boy, and all other junk for the war effort should be brought to the Hunter cream station.
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Hunter Cream Station
Patterson
Night Raiders Celebrate Anniversary At Folk Home
Night hawkers gathered at the D K Folk home on October 15 to honor a wedding anniversary. The gang, already known for similar stunts, enjoyed merriment and Erie refreshments as Edison music filled the evening. Four "wheels" were left to mark the next anniversary.
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D. K
Edison
Rolfe Welcomes New Methodist Pastor A H Bryan
The Rev A H Bryan introduces himself as pastor of the Methodist church in Rolfe and Pocahontas county. He pledges faithful service, community building, and fellowship with other churches while inviting all residents to join or visit. He expresses support for America and the war effort and offers personal availability to the community.
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Rolfe
Methodist Church
Pocahontas County
America
Germany
Wilson
Presbyterian Church Notes on Faith and Open Worship
Rev. R D Echlin reflects on the quarantine and the impact of church closures. He urges gratitude for spared losses, laments a churchless Sunday, and warns that perpetual silence would cast a shadow on the community. He calls for renewed prayer and active church attendance in reopening.
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God
Auto Kick Injures Eugene Clarke at Ritchey Garage
Eugene Clarke son of Mr and Mrs Howard Clarke was injured at the Ritchey garage last Friday when a demonstrator vehicle lurched backward during a crank. The accident broke the forearm bone and may affect his humor about the incident.
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Eugene Clarke
Howard Clarke
Ritchey Garage
Eurgene
Lieut Thompson Laid to Rest in Earlville Illinois
The first Earlville funeral for a World War I soldier was held at the Presbyterian church for 2nd Lieutenant John B. Thompson. Born January 28, 1888, in Earlville, he died October 18 after pneumonia at camp. Survived by his mother Mrs. Bertha Thompson and eight brothers, with a letter from his 46th Aero Squadron commander offered as tribute.
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Earlville
Presbyterian Church
Mr. Johnson
Leland
A. W. McClurkin
Malcolm A. Moss
46Th Aero Squadron
Roosevelt Field
Mineola
L. 1
Chicago
John B. Thompson
Ill
St. Olaf’s College
Northfield
Minn
West Point
Neb
University of Nebraska
Stoughton
Wis
University of Wisconsin
Vulcanizing Rubber Co
Muskegon
Mich
Lewis A
Eric. B
Adolph B
Rolfe
Chas. M
K. Martin
S Peter
Heron Lake
Luther
France
Adolph
Precinct
Eric Thompson
Alyea
Ella
K. Dupee
Adah Hansen
Idea Hill
Misa Hill
Englestad
Freedom Church
Miss Farrar
Posutla
Roy A Barcus in France September 1918 Letter Home
Private Roy A Barcus writes from somewhere in France describing rain, rifle practice, and life away from home. He mentions Ralph H seven miles away, seeks Lewis’s address, notes Christmas coupon plans, and observes local people and transport as the front looms. He ends with assurances to his mother and asks for letters.
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France
Ralph H
Lewis
Jerry
Roy
A. Barcus
Co. M
Am. E. PF
Congress Urged to Act Despite War Time Change
The piece argues statesmanship persists beyond wartime adjournment and warns lawmakers time is money. It notes an October 27 hour change and suggests members must remain in session late to gain any benefit, implying a delay in reforms.
Unmuted Death Sparks West District Burial Dispute
Editorial fragments reveal a dispute over who should bury a deceased man in the West district. Supervisor Klein faces questions about responsibility and funding while local officials discuss county norms and a possible burial site.
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West
Earth
Wesley
Kiein
Visor Hopkins
Lau
Klein
McIntire
Young
Hoover Rules Shape Ongoing Economic Debate
The text notes long time critics praising Mr. Hoover for his successive set of rules and suggests the king faces a shift from voluntary to involuntary compliance, framing economic policy as a public duty rather than choice.
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Mr. Hoover
King
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Lieut. Thompson
Earlville, Illinois
Roy A. Barcus
Congress
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Thornton
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