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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1937
Page
4
A county officer testified that a woman accused of robbing a pawnbroker swallowed pawn tickets and other items when told of the charge. The magistrate expressed disbelief as the constable explained the prisoner’s reaction.
A man suspects burglars after waking to missing money. His partner jokes about waking and shooting the thief, risking his life for the loot. She returns half the money, turning the incident into a humorous domestic exchange.
Grown folks discuss a man who rose to become a great lawyer. A youth asks why his father never rises to such heights. The reply notes the father spends all his time rising to get to work.
A local concert featured Jimmy Bass performing a bass solo. The program included Bass singing Rocked in the Cradle of the Deep amid lively applause and audience engagement.
A brief, quirky exchange centers on radio and culture, with remarks about swing bands and politicians. The dialogue mentions silence by twisting a knob and a character named Veracity Foreman asking about an applicant who says they were discharged for doing well and were in a hospital.
Dialogue gag from Stray Stories Magazine contrasts a boast about a car with a twist that reframes the wreck as the subject of years of ownership. The exchange plays on language and perception to deliver humor.
A witty exchange on shade and presence in a desert setting. The dialogue contrasts literal shade with personal presence, suggesting a humorous reflection on comfort and visibility in harsh terrain.
A humorous note complains of a neighborly dispute as a cuckoo bird is blamed for occupying a shared apartment and blocking another resident’s chance at space. The speaker urges eviction for a fresh chance.
A quotation from Stray Stories Magazine comments on gender notions of consent with a provocative line about how women and men respond to refusals. The remark frames the idea that women resist and men resist differently, prompting discussion.
Farmer Corntessel notes the area sees sparse development with a joking claim that activity equals an earthquake every six months. The exchange highlights a slow market and local sentiment about property activity.
A light exchange questions the chicken croquette's origin with Frankie quipping it is the part that goes on the table last while Herbie asks which cut is used. The dialogue centers on dinner and playful misdirection.
Burt Englewood notes Lynn’s procrastination irks him as he pushes for order and pays a price for control. After a string of improvements, Lynn collapses under a final, iron clad excuse that shatters his certainty and reveals a deeper truth.
In a classroom exchange Helen corrects James on pronunciation. The teacher asks if James whispered, the reply is yes once. Helen insists he should say twice the next time.
An aunt and uncle of Mrs. J. Horsman from California visited the Horsman family last week. Mr. and Mrs. N. J. Meurer and their children were shoppers in Emmetsburg on Monday.
The Walhonding river name honors Mary Harris a Deerfield Massacre heroine captured in 1704. Delaware traders called the stream Walhonding meaning White Woman's Creek. Cuyahoga name theories differ, with Crooked route often favored as the river is notably winding and reportedly very crooked.
A Detroit Free Press writer traces the artificial fly to ancient Macedonians who faced fish that ignored regular bait. By wrapping crimson wool around a hook and adding two cock feathers, fishermen created an effective artificial lure that sparked rising popularity and the setting aside of streams for fly fishing.
James Rumsey born March 1743 at Bohemia Manor near Warwick Maryland. He publicly demonstrated a workable steamboat on December 3 1787 on the Potomac at Shepherdstown West Virginia. Robert Fulton later commercialized the steamboat after Rumsey's death in 1792.
A Pathfinder Magazine writer notes the common form of insanity called dementia praecox or schizophrenia. It often appears in late adolescence or early adulthood and includes personality disintegration loss of social interest inability to engage in affairs incoherent thoughts mood states delusions and deep stupor.
Lemurs in Madagascar sleep by day and hunt at night for insects birds and eggs. They use powerful hind legs for leaps and earned the name ghost due to their cry. locals traditionally avoid these animals.
Earned net income is the excess of earned income over the deductions. Earned income includes wages salaries professional fees and other amounts received as compensation for personal services rendered. Deductions are expenses applicable to the actual earning of income.
A notorious forger, who forged checks across many states, visited Sing Sing in 1914 as a sightseer and, on exiting, cashed a worthless check through a clever ruse with prison officials. The tale appears in Collier's Weekly.
Local notes report visits and meetings in Laurens and surrounding towns. Auxiliary groups, hospitality, and farewell parties mark September events while homes are relocated and siblings reminisce about neighbors. A school reception and play highlight community ties with notable travelers and area births and illnesses noted.
Local notes reflect a busy community with residents visiting relatives, moving plans, and fair attendance. George Feany transfers to Dawson station. G.E. Page becomes new agent and plans to relocate family. Farewell party for Willing Workers at Presbyterian church features Grove and Poundstone as honored guests.
Barmers Grain and the A. G. Heathman family are mentioned along with Mr and Mrs Ward Shiaief and Mrs Mike Strong. The item notes births, visits by Laura and George Heathman, building plans near town, and a library tea fundraiser raising 7.10 for the library treasury. Several locals including Patricia Joy of Ames, Marjory McKim, and Dr B E Pomii are cited with visits, studies, or work in Des Moines and Iowa City.
A Pres church Saturday evening program featured dolls from many nations. Performers included My Doll's Birthday Mrs Erna Lehnus Vione and Parade of the Wooden Dolls Grace Pirie Lola Pirjie Mary Elizabeth Fuller Mary Dee Pirie Betty Harris Dollie Waltz and more. The Dancing Doll Italian Doll and Dancing Dol Lola Pirjie plus groups by Grace and Dale Pirie contributed to a lovely program.
Leonard Henderson Evelyn Joann Der and Raymond Hage were absent due to illness. Fifth and Sixth grade pupils Floyd Minkler and Janice Miller from zone attended the circus Saturday. The following received 100 in spelling for the week: Don Bott Evelyn Baade Ruth Tay Geraldine Henderson Chet Eugene Forey Janice Millet Minkler.
Rev Walter Rothwell leads Sunday services and Sunday school. Willing Workers meet Thursday at the church. Hostesses Mrs Rothwell Ferguson attend. Sunday school institute to be held in Glimers City at the Ban ving Friday this week at 9 a.m. Basket lunch for Sunday school teachers of the county urged. Missionary speaker to address Monday September 21. Presbytery meeting slated for September 28 29.
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