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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1943
Page
2
The Golf Auxiliary wrapped its season with a fridge luncheon at Gar-Wac lodge followed by a business meeting electing officers for the coming year. Prizes were awarded in auction bridge and guests included Mrs. Etta Lou Symes of Storm Lake.
Extensive feature on giant aerial units that fly wounded from battlefields to base hospitals, describing how air ambulances save hundreds of lives and present a merciful aspect of modern warfare in The American Weekly distributed with Chicago Herald American.
The A L D club meets Tuesday September 14 with Mrs A V Graeber to install new officers and review a new book. Mrs George Marine becomes secretary replacing Mrs Harold Carlson as dues are collected. The Missionary division of the W S C S meets September 1 at Mrs Conrad Majorowicz home with hostesses Mrs Ted Hewlett and Mrs Howard Spencer assisting.
W F Schneck is pastor. Sunday school at 10 morning worship at 11. Missionary society meets Wednesday September 15 at the church for the annual luncheon at 1. Choir meets Wednesday evening. Bible class annual business meeting Sunday September 12 at Mr and Mrs Brinkman’s home after worship. Bring sandwiches and family.
Wangberg, pastor leads 11 a m morning worship with theme IT Know That I Now See based on John 9 124-38 A 10 a m Sunday school and Bible classes Lutheran League meets at 8 p m The catechism class Saturday at 1 45 p m and the junior choir at 2 45 p m at the church
The Methodist Church led by Rev. C. R. Buckwalter hosts a Harvest Home Festival with a 10:15 a.m. Sunday school and 11:15 a.m. worship. Bring canned goods and produce for a large display. An evening Youth Fellowship service, MYF emblem dedication, and officer installation follow. Public invited at 6:30 p.m. Teachers reception is Wednesday at 8 p.m. with a program and lunch.
Emery L Petersen pastor announces no services September 12 due to mission meetings in Calender Then September 16 Sunday school teachers meeting at 8 30 p m at the David Henderson home details shown for parishioners and families in the area
Mrs Julius Tscherter thank neighbors and friends for flowers cards and deeds during her eight months illness aided by Dr Everson. She expresses sincere gratitude for caring attention and support.
Seven clubs sent demonstration teams to the 4 H club fair titled Keep America Marching. Cummins Up-and-Coming club was announced as the overall winner with Pauline Weinhold and Beverly Bauer of Central Stars taking second for If You Are Careful You Will Keep Warm.
4-H girls showcased 216 clothing and food items led by Dover Doors with 42 entries from seven members. Blue ribbons went to Garfield Powhatan Central Stars and others. top pieces included 24 entries for the cotton school dress and multiple prize wins across fabrics, play clothes, and wash dresses. The event featured separate club booths judged on display quality and organization with leaders overseeing home economics and food exhibits.
Gloria Delle and Dorothy Jones perform as part of Lake Lassies in a display titled Tales of Dads Shirts showcasing regional talent and community group participation.
Roy Clapsaddle of Ida Grove holds an original government land patent granted to Milton Smith for 80 acres in Chicago. The certificate issued by Jacob Clapsaddle bears the date February 18, 1846.
County extension director Max O. Naylor warns that cheap paints deliver poor results due to low-grade ingredients, excessive extenders, fillers, and water. He notes high-grade paint provides more durable film, better coverage, and a higher share of linseed oil, with a recommended vehicle content around 86 to 90 percent.
Attendees Mr and Mrs J C Brogotti Chris tibel and Mrs Carrie Montri attended burial services for Calvin Gorden son of Mr and Mrs Calvin Gorden of Decatur NJ at the Duncombe Methodist church. The one year eight month old drowned in a nearby fishery pool. He was a grandson of Mrs Mentri s nephew Guy Taylor of Lehigh. After services the Rolfe family had dinner at Clara Bugbee's home in Duncombe.
A terse wartime appeal urges readers to purchase bonds as a way to support the effort. It contrasts sacrifice with financial contribution, urging civic duty through investment to fund the nation’s needs.
The article explains the value of buying War Bonds for the Third War Loan, stressing temporary sacrifice, safety, and government repayment with interest. It notes per capita guarantee figures and portrays bonds as protection for families against enemies.
The familiar Series IE War Bond sells at 75 percent of maturity value with denominations of 25 50 100 500 and 1000. It yields four for every three invested at maturity after 10 years. Redeemable any time after 60 days with stated values and a fixed redemption table.
A 1948 wartime appeal urges Pocahontas County residents to buy September 3rd War Loan bonds totaling 716000 dollars. The speaker asks neighbors to visit homes, sign orders, and pledge funds to support the war effort, noting increased need beyond the 1943 pledge and praising past Allied victories.
Den 1 of the Scout troop met Tuesday evening with Mrs. Lester as den mother. The group arranged initiation of the next pack and John Young cut a birthday cake. The Den 1 meeting will continue weekly during the winter month.
In the county horseshoe tournament held at the fair, John Svejde of Pace won first place on April 1. Ries f Laurens took second, Roy J of Pocahontas was third, and Hans Kaiser of Patmey placed fourth. Other contenders included IE J Schmueckep Mary J Pattee G A Pattee and Hl Moore of Pocahontas.
A spirited plea outlines lumber shortages faced by Iowa farmers with 475 dealers reporting minimal stock. It cites federal restrictions, allocations, and government demands that delay deliveries, urging farmers to submit letters on needs and uses for lumber. The piece mixes political venting with ads for insulation, wire, and farm goods.
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