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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1938
Page
3
The fragment lists Wolfe as publisher and Ives Wolfe as associate editor. It notes postal entry in Sildtke Iowa and mentions a telephone number. The text suggests a newspaper masthead with standard branding and classification details.
Rates to AP8Q per year in advance in Kos ut County and Titonka trade territory. Two dollars per year outside Kosuth County and Titonka territory. Two dollars and fifty cents per year in Canada and other countries. All subscriptions within county and Titonka territory are continuing yearly unless canceled by subscriber or publisher. Other subscriptions end one month after expiration if not renewed, with payment extensions arranged by the subscriber.
A century ago Iowa formed part of the Wisconsin Territory. The vast region stretched from Lake Michigan to the Missouri and White River basins and from Illinois and Missouri to Lake Superior and Canada. The Wisconsin Territory covered a large forest and prairie area with Madison as future capital, while Burlington served temporarily.
Verna Dell Willis, three year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Forrest Willis, underwent a mastoid operation at an Algona hospital last Thursday. She had previously been severely injured two years ago when run over by a team, suffering a broken leg and additional injuries.
A Conservation Commission report notes 46 miles of water across 16 Iowa streams were improved for fishing and recreation. Projects included bow-head dams bank protection and fish shelters to enhance habitat and access.
Doan area residents report Sunday dinners and hospitality at Clem Ludwig’s near Ottosen and at several nearby homes. Guests include the Hoovers, Struthers, Hansens, Christensens, Buffingtons, Youngs and Mertzes. Awards at a card party included Ross Buffington high for men and Mrs. Christensen high for women. Dean Ladies Aid plans a spring supper and bazaar for April 19.
Zane Grey explains spending years in deserts and mountains. He says after returning from isolation he sought daily news and found The Reader's Digest condensed the day’s vital thoughts. The editor notes readers will find a world of information in The Digest.
The Good Will Club held its third meeting at the Luther Miller home Friday evening with twenty in attendance. Oliver Reilly, secretary of the Algona Chamber of Commerce, spoke on cooperation between business men and service clubs, sparking discussion on town issues. A committee led by Johnny Wilson was formed to plan summer band concerts with the Band Mothers Club. other members include R. L. Krantz, H. A. French, Clarence Cooper, and Luther Miller.
Woden News reports numerous local movements and events from Mason City to Algona and Garner. Residents like Leota Smith and Allegra Swingen visit relatives, while others travel for work or school. The March 28 town election re-elected officers, and a band fund passed with 40 yes votes.
Davenport visitor Julius Kunz and many neighbors visit family homes across Algona. PTA presents three one act plays and more social events fill the week with church devotions, visits, and family gatherings around Algona, Bancroft, Mason City, and surrounding areas.
The Portland News lists multiple social visits among Graham and Long families, noting gatherings at Fred Hagen and John Long homes. Mumps diagnosed in Bobbie Appelgate and strepticoccus infection in Marcella Bartlett. Families of Leo Fox and others hosted and hosted again across Thursday and Sunday visits.
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