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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1916
Page
5
The report outlines the Independent Hite proposing a 3 percent bond with a pre bonus. It mentions a board decision to appoint Patterson as manager and notes the Cobbs Shoe Store building being prepared for new business with plans for immediate operation once ready.
The 19th District W C T U held a convention at the M B church in Rolfe. Miss Meade Aldrich of Cedar Rapids gave a fine address and readings. Friday featured papers and a gold medal contest won by Miss Elizabeth Lighter of Rolfe with several out of town attendees listed.
Burt Kroesen of South Sioux City took possession this week following the death of Harry Hornor. The sale was conducted by the Fonda paper and Kroesen is welcomed as the new editor, with trust in his leadership.
The Woman's Club opens its winter entertainment with the Weather Wax Brothers, a male quartet featuring trumpets and strong readers. The club reports a heavy guarantee and strong booking, urging ticket purchase at McGowan drug store to ensure patronage and avoid a loss on the season.
The Senior Class enjoyed a country home party hosted by Miss Wilna Butler with a roast and watermelon feast though a minor accident dampened spirits. Basketball practice starts next week with about seventeen girls. coach Daisy Day recently earned honors from Drake University. Football player Guy Million wears a bandage after an injury. Several teachers and students were guests at nearby towns over the weekend.
Geo Mick of Havelock selected to fill vacancy on county ticket after W T White resignation. Mick, a real estate dealer known as a hustler, rivals Robert Bruce who has both progressive and republican nominations. Bruce led by strong fundraising and cross party support.
The Iowa Attorney General sends a letter to county attorneys mayors and police urging strict enforcement of street traffic laws for public safety. Drivers are asked to observe the law to avoid speeding improper lights keeping to the right and other violations with penalties after September 30 1916. Dated September 26.
Frank A. Gotch defends Harding in a long letter to the Des Moines Register, answering questions about party desertions, endorsements, and alleged unfair reporting. He praises Harding as fair and truthful, accuses the paper of bias, and calls for printing his complete communication.
A call to residents to buy Rolfe bakery products and favor local industry over outside bread. The column argues home trade sustains small town businesses, urging restaurants to stock local Rolfe bread to preserve local commerce and jobs.
The Jefferson pastor Rev. Chas W Caldwell will again occupy the pulpit Sunday morning and evening. Other services follow regular hours. A congregational meeting is announced for Wednesday evening October 1 for the purpose of resignation.
The Des Moines Township Consolidated Schools unloaded six Studebaker school buses at Rolfe and put them to use in the country. The buses cost about 200 dollars each, are glass enclosed with cushioned seats. The district board plans a 40 000 bond vote for a new schoolhouse this Saturday to meet future needs.
Lee Clarke representing the Louisville Real Estate and Development Co. plans a public sale of Sunset Hill residence lots on Monday October 9. The firm previously platted Wheeler tract and notes one corner lot sold for 3600. Full particulars to be published next week.
The 45th Annual Northwest Iowa Conference sessions begin in Spencer Iowa on Wednesday October 4 with presiding Bishop Homer Stuntz. The five day program includes a Sunday morning sermon and Friday evening lecture. Members urged to settle missionary subscriptions before the conference and attend church services and events.
The Ladies' Club of Des Moines township hosted a baby party last Thursday at the Herbert Barrett home. Guests celebrated the four weeks old son of Mr and Mrs Jas Truelsen and the eight weeks old daughter of Mr and Mrs N C Nielsen with small gifts and well wishes.
Dan Cain of ten miles south of Gilmore City was killed when a tractor and eight bottom plow ran over him during field work. The hired man operated the tractor and noted the fatal moment as the plow wheel passed over Cain, who lingered about three hours before dying. Cain, born November 8 1880 in Lake township, was well regarded. his elderly mother resides in Gilmore City.
The Rolfe Amusement Association prepares another race matinee program for Saturday afternoon October 14. The event aims to match the quality of previous programs, with publication pending final tweaks.
Whitmore sent nineteen Chester Whites to the Sioux City fair and won first on his aged yearling boar securing a blue ribbon. He sold fifteen of the herd and kept four, then bought Walnut Hill Wonder a six months old blue ribbon boar. Whitmore, new to showing, uses wins to improve his stock and progress signals potential success.
A. Kk Schmohl, recently with Cobbs Shoe Store, buys Cobbs repair equipment and the Cobbs residence in Rolfe. He plans to open the Electric Shoe Repair Shop and move in October first, bringing skilled shoe repair to the town. The community welcomes him and notes the transfer keeps a top state equipment in Rolfe.
The Pocahontas C E Society invites Rolfe Gilmore City and Plover C E Societies for a picnic at the Gunderson home southwest of Rolfe next Saturday evening. Rolfe Endeavorers bring their own supper and utensils and notify Miss Anna Matte-Paice if they can attend or have room for others. Plan to meet at Gunderson’s at 5:00 PM.
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