Tragic accident ends life of Olerich in Rolfe event
Glenn Olerich, 14, was killed when a bucking pine colt kicked him in the lower jaw and back, causing spinal injury near Wiegman's farm southwest of Rolfe. The boy, a student at the local high school, was born January 7 and described as affable and promising. Funeral services followed at the church, with a large crowd and pastor's hopeful sermon.
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Wiegman's
Roger
Olerich
Wiegman
Dad
Glenn
Onge
Hollis
Nus
Homer Olerich
Rolfe
Tfe High School
John C. Olerich
Gail Henderson Passed Away After Lifelong Service
Gail Henderson born April 29 1874 in Mason City Iowa died September 1914 after a long illness. She lived on Highlands Farm Clinton township and was known for hospitality and kindness. A funeral service by Rev J A Kettle will be held at Clinton cemetery with flowers and fellowship from friends and neighbors.
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Gail Henderson
Better Land
Mason City
Iowa
G. W. Henderson
Sac County
Pocahontas County
Des Moines
Pilot Creek
Clinton Township
Higland
Gail
J A. Kettle
M. E. Church
Jesus
Clinton Cemetery
Free European War Map Offered As Premium
The Arrow promotes a late European war map showing major forts in France and Germany and the Belgian frontier. To obtain it free you must pay back subscriptions and one year in advance, or buy the map for cash. Deliveries begin this week with emphasis on timely payment.
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The
Arrow
Europe
France
Germany
Belgian
Henderson Family Thanks Friends for Sympathy
Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Henderson and family thank friends for sympathy shown in kind deeds and words during their great sorrow.
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G. W. Henderson
Expression of Appreciation for Friends' Support
A graveyard note expresses deep gratitude for four friends and neighbors who aided a family during a bereavement. The writer thanks those who offered help and sympathy in their absence, noting the support sustained them through a terrible loss.
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Pathy
Look Yourself in the Face Message on Youth and Duty
Major F W Barber urges self examination amid war in Europe. He stresses parental and teacher cooperation to shape youth, cautions against harshness, and calls for patience, kindness, and responsibility as schools open and posterity watches. He asks if we will face our duties.
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Europe
Vietory
West Bend Man Killed in Fort Dodge Auto Crash
A. E. Wilderman of West Bend died instantly when the Jeffery auto he rode in struck a mud hole near the Trusty farm four and a half miles north of Fort Dodge. Five others were injured. two escaped with minor injuries. The party left Fort Dodge at 9 45 P M for West Bend with driver John Smith.
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A. E. Wilderman
West Bend
Trusty Farm
Fort Dodge
Wilderman
Auto Party
Auto
Jeffery
Harry Johnson
Manson
William Vance
West
Schmidt
Smith
Plover School Opens with Strong Enrollment Across District
The Independent District of Plover reports September 7 opening with high school 49 pupils, grammar 23, intermediate 33, second primary 25, first primary 17. Rural schools add 40 on Monday with more to enter. most students have books and classes begin promptly. thanks go to parents for supplying materials. School invites visitors to see facilities.
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Plover
Local notes and bank report amid rain and travelings
A soaking rain persisted through yesterday and last night as farmers hoped for plowing conditions. The issue carries the State Savings bank financial statement highlighting its enduring pyramid emblem. Locals Guy Lothian and Mrs J B Lothian are visiting family while Mrs Fred Dumbaugh travels from Marathon to the Minneapolis fair. Mike Sennett shows slow health improvement this summer. Mr and Mrs aap Bickrick are mentioned among neighborhood notices.
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The
State Savings Bank
Guy Lothian
J. B. Lothian
Fred Dumbaugh
Marathon
Mr. Dumbaugh
Dope Stories Question Iowa State Captain Gunderson Status
The piece debunks rumors about Art Gunderson of Iowa State University being ill or operated on for appendicitis. It notes Gunderson attended in Chicago for training consultation with Coach Hawley, and warns readers not to rely on sensational reports about the team’s condition.
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Europe
Iowa State University
Art Gunderson
Rolfe
Iowa
Art
Gunderson
Chicago
Hawley
Agnes Ferguson in Germany
Miss Agnes Ferguson has been in Guttingen Germany for a year attending college and is now believed headed home after a telegram from Secretary Bryan via the U S consul at Hanover requesting funds. Ward Ferguson says the sum implies a return soon as government efforts to reach her proceed amid the current financial stringency.
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Agnes Ferguson
Guttingen
Germany
Ward Ferguson
Bryan
U. S
Hanover
Ward
Agnes
U.S. Treasury
Miss Ages
Miss Agnes
Hom
Peddlar Passes Ban on Licenses in Early Town Visit
Early morning at the Carroll home a peddlar touts brushes and claims a license. The mayor questions the license origin, challenging the claim. The salesman leaves town on the first train, heading elsewhere.
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J. A. Carroll
McIntires to Expand Garfield Street Block
McIntire and Son closed a purchase of the J. S. Pearce lot east of Ritchey garage. The residence now on the site will be moved and a cement block undertaking building erected with a monument room and workshop planned for this fall. The project may not start until spring due to late season, but the monument business growth prompts larger quarters and a neater north Garfield street appearance.
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W. P. McIntire & Son
J. S. Pearce
Ritchey Garage
W. A. Marther
McIntires
McIntire & Mitchell
Garfield Street
Plow Demonstration Near Rolfe At Alfred Gadd Place
OnTuesday September fifteenth at two o'clock a demonstration of the Oliver Gang Plow will be given at the Alfred Gadd place located one and one half miles northeast of Rolfe. Farmers of the locality are invited to come and see the plow in operation.
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Oliver Gang
Alfred Gadd
Rolfe
Prominent Citizen Dies in Pocahontas County Auto Accident
Mrs. Chas Aden died after a Sunday crash east of Pocahontas while returning from the Mission Feast. Her husband G Q Aden and five children survive along with six grandchildren. Born July 25 1858 in Ostgrossfehn Germany she came to America in 1881 and married in 1884.
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Pocahontas
Chas
Aden
Butheran
T Eam
Norwegian Lutheran Church Services and Ladies Aid
Norwegian Lutheran Church holds services next Sabbath at the usual hours. The Ladies Aid Society meets at Mrs. Nels Severson’s home next Saturday at 2 o clock. All are cordially invited.
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Ladies' Aid Society
Nels Severson
Presbyterian Church Notes Rev A Z McGogney D D Pastor
The Presbyterian Church announces Sunday services with the pastor delivering both morning and evening sermons. Sabbath school meets after morning service and the Christian Endeavor Society gathers at 6 30 PM. Evening services begin at 7 30 PM with the pastor in charge.
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Christian Endeavor Society
Missionary Speak at Church Go-To-Church Sunday
The Rev. Dr. Stanley Carson of China, on furlough, will preach at both services next Sunday at the Methodist Episcopal Church. Pastor Rev. John A. Kettle invites a large attendance to hear about China today and to encourage travel to church.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
John A. Kettle
New Members of School Board Appointed
At a recent board meeting the resignations of H. A. Nelson and J. A. Carroll were accepted. J. Hollenback and Grant Pollock were appointed to fill the vacancies, replacing two longtime supporters with two respected business men.
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H. A. Nelson
J. A. Carroll
J. Hollenback
Grant Pollock
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Hig Uncle
I F
Major F. W. Barber
FT. Dodge
Vance
Smith 1
Johnson
I. E. Missman
Pocmontas
Chas. Aden
Wale
Joutheran Church
L. Dalslede
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