Courthouse News Briefs From Central Iowa District Court
Courthouse items list licenses to wed for six residents from Laurens and nearby towns. Court filings include petitions for judgment on contract and possession of substances. Rulings note a dissolution decree and a dismissed account action. Real estate transfers cover multiple properties in Laurens Pocahontas Fonda and Rolfe with warrants, quit claims and contracts. No accidents reported in the past week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Thomas Vitzthum
Laurens
Joyce Ellen Franzmeier
Albert City
Nickie Nelson
Pocahontas
William A. Clausen
Anthon
William Joseph Winkleblack
Rolfe
Jeannette Susan Behrendsen
Gilmore City
Ricky Lynn Thoren
Nina Jo Stewart
State Bank
Douglas Michael Julius
State of Iowa
Gary Carl Thorson
Allen L. Grooters
Kathryn G. Groeters
G.W. Onthank Co
Harold C. Hansen
Boughey
Chrysler
Thomas H. Pohlman
Ford
Peggy F. Beckfield
Fonda
Chev
Lloyd
Florence Johnson
Pomeroy
Plymouth
Samuel B
Doris
Stucky
Pont
Lena Kuhrt
Otto Siefken
Herbert W. Plantz, Sr
Herbert W. Plantz, Jr
Glenn L. Siddal
E.M. Heetland
Melvin T. Thorson
Lee A. Thorson
Dale E. Garlock
Joseph T. Kirby
Janice L. Gustin
Eldred Bell
Outlet
North Laurens
Jean Hovinga
William Grice
Nellie Jenkins
Zelle Pattee
Charles H. Wyatt
Max D. Rubendall
Pat Wood
Jerry L. Hughes
Marshall B. Farley
Bubbles in the Wine: Spike Robinson's John Deere Gamble
A column profiles M. L. Spike Robinson and son Jerry as they relocate the Pocahontas and Rolfe John Deere dealerships to a new 90 by 135 foot showroom on eight acres near Pocahontas. The piece portrays Robinson as a longstanding promoter of the "Long Green Line" while noting repeated losses in ventures and farmers’ continued patronage. The planned move aims to serve both territories with a larger facility amid cautious expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spike
John Deere
M.L
Spike" Robinson
Rolfe
Jerry
Pocahontas
Pocahontas John Deere
Plover Road
Highway 3
Zone heating guidance for targeted home comfort
The article advises zone your home's temperature by usage areas such as sleeping living and play areas. It notes single thermostats may be unsatisfactory and explains turning off heat in unoccupied zones like the basement play area or upstairs bedroom to save energy.
Oppenings football practice notes and local scraps
August 25 1966 report lists 33 boys reporting for football practice with pads Roger Pohlman head coach and William Grice assistant coach. Mentions Pat Whitmore return from Chicago and Beckord's Hatchery farewell for Robert Struthers plus local trips by Andy Pedersen family and Greater Rolfe Club celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger Pohlman
William Grice
Pat Whitmore
Chicago
Beckord's Hatchery
Robert Struthers
Andy Pedersen
Lake Okoboji
Greater Rolfe
Pocahontas County News Highlights From August 1936
A look back recalls a flag raising at a local school on September 4, 1936 and Lake Okabena’s popular swimming hole created by Pilot Creek dam. Residents recall trips to Nebraska, corn exhibits, new births, and local obituaries with thanks to neighbors, including the Rolfe Fire Department, in a mosaic of 1926 and 1936 community notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Okabena
Pilot Creek
Guy Smith
Nebraska
Guy
Pocahontas County
Frank J. Shimon Wa
Fred Hoffert
Chester Hansen
Havelock
A.P. White
Abe M. DeVaul
Rolfe
Catherine
Marian Hollis
Marengo
Dorothy Pearce
Paul Brinkman
Eldon, Olerich
DeWayne Thomas
Sterling Richey
Gilmore City Band
Local teaching hire and weekend visits feature in area notices
Connie Ricklefs begins her first year as learning disabilities teacher at Harlan high school while numerous relatives and friends travel for visits. The Pedersen family from San Jose flies in for two weeks, joined by local residents across multiple towns. Weekend gatherings include a Henderson family reunion in Fort Dodge and a funeral service in Nora Springs for Mrs. Mary Bradfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connie Ricklefs
Harlan
David Pedersen
San Jose
Calif
Andy Pedersens
Henry Baades
Pedersens
Gerome. Ripperger
Frederick
S. Dak
Theo Ripperger
Forrest Anderson
Stockton
Lawrence Ripperger
Bradgate
L.A
Zelma Peterson
Harry Murray
Ida Grove
Vicky Murray
Chicago
Omaha
Murrays
Peterson
Lawrence Henderson
Henderson
Loomis Park
Fort Dodge
Gary Smith
Lawrence Nelson
Election Notice Rolfe District Directors 1976
Qualified voters in Rolfe Community School District are informed an election is set for September 14 1976. One director from District 1 and one from District 2 will serve 3 year terms. Polling at Rolfe Community School from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. This notice complies with Iowa law. Dorothy E Bowers RoGahontae County Election Commissioner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rolfe Community
Rolfe Community School
Polly
Cade
Iowa
Dorothea E
Bowers RoGahontae
Cards of thanks for prayers and support from family
May God bless each of you in some special way for all you have done for us. It is wonderful to have many relatives and friends. Special thanks to Rev Haider and his wife Jane for comforting words and service. Gratitude to Rev Brntz and Lor raine for coming home. Bill and Tom Shimon flew Les.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan
Rochester
Louise
John
Bonnie
Artha Jo
Perry
Les Allen
Joan
Laurie
Sandy
Dan Allen
Jason
Jeremy
Roy Allen
Rev
Haider
Jane
Brntz
Lorraine
Bill
Tom Shimon
Les
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Deane Gunderson
NO Profit Wheeler Dealer
Consumer
Oppenings
R.D. Dixon
Joe Accurso
Bob
Keith Michael Hood
Hans Nielson
Roy Simonson
Norman Peterson
North Dakota
Ennis
Mont
Lincoln
Leroy Simonson
Connie Kim
R.B Ranney
Ireland
United States
M.F. Bannon
Lawrence Bishop
Rolfe Arrow
Lester
Frank Hanisch
American Legion Auxiliary
Merle Flick
Larry Lawman
Kass Duis
C/J. Flick
Frank Gross
Albert Adams
Ronald Spencer
Bea Ives
Carl and
Pam Struve
Rolfe Community School District
Rolfe, Iowa
Bennett B. Ricks
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