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of a State Institution, and the New Radio Station MITCHELLVILLE NEWS SECTION TAKEN FBOffl TEX MZTOHELLVILLB INDEX The News from that Live, Progressive Town and Community THIS 'N THAT By Ham Although Rev. Walker is now located in the west part of the state, we'll say "our own" Rev. Dwight Walker was elected vice president of the Ministerial Association that met in Des Moines last leek. On account of his being in Des Moines at the time, it was possible for him to attend and take part in the funeral services of Mrs. Ed Porter.

We were glad to have him call at our office for a friendly greeting. He is nicely situated at Moorhead, is getting acquainted with the people and likes the new charge very much, all of which is good news for his many friends here. It might be said that "our crowd" was invited to the G. F. Had'der home, Saturday evening, where those present enjoyed visiting and games until a late hour.

Refreshments were served by Mrs. Hadder and her sister, Mrs. Agnes Pieson. Mrs. Jessie Oldfield, Mr.

Tom Rae, Ida Seems, Mrs. Millie Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rothtroek, Mr. and Mrs.

C. E. Starks, Mr. and Mrs. H.

A. Marmon and James Marmon were the invited guests. Elda Barrett, Genevieve and Jarold, attended a school of instruction recently held in Des Moines by the Oil- O-Matic burner company and from now on the "three Barretts" will be able to service such burners in their territory in expert fashion. Men from all over the state were in attendance and Miss Genevieve was the only lady to attend. Marks the Spot." Have you noticed the sign at the west side of the Estelle Hayden front yard? These signs are being placed wherever there has been a fatal accident and will serve as a warning to auto drivers who apparently are in a hurry to get some place, but who often times are all over their rush when they reach their destination.

last week, so we understand, an automobile got to the Nobleton crossing on the Rock Island about the same time that a train did, in fact the driver of the car came so near beating the train or tieing with it that he ran into the side of the train as it crossed the road in front of him. The car was considerably damaged, but the driver was uninjured and was able to take care of his belongings soon after the crash. For as many accidents as happen At that crossing, its a wonder that no one has been killed. lit might be a little previous, but why not put an there as a warning, before some one does get killed. It isn't always fast driving that causes accidents.

Drivers should have their cars under control at all times. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. M.

Craig accompanied the Alfreds of Des Moines to Wapello, Thursday, on rural carrier business. It was a "wonderful day" for such a drive. The Craigs attended the regular monthly meeting of the Polk county association at Elkhart Saturday night. A pot-luck supper is always a feature of these meetings. CWA laborers have been putting cinders on Fifth street.

For some time that has been one of the bad streets in town when it is muddy. The cinders were hauled from the Training School. Trucks were sent out from Des Moines to do the hauling. If we had a town or community "register" it would require some little time to keep it up-to-date from now till the middle of March if all the moving we hear of really takes place. All these "movers" should notify their publishers and friends of their new address so that there would be no interruption in their mail service.

This is an important part of any movers program. Washington township committeemen elected last Friday are: Carl Tilany, Ray Woods, Dave Dyksitra, Harold Stoner and Frank Loskot. About 95 per cent have already signed' corn- hog contracts in the township Mr. and Mrs. C.

C. Kellogg entertained a group of relatives at their home Sunday, February 18, honoring the birthdays which occur in the months of January, February and March Mr and Mrs. Oscar Ammer of Monroe entertained the A. B. Club at their is 1 a one story frame building with full Basement.

Tom Decker is the local drayman and will be pleased to serve you any time. Marion Carr committed suicide at his home in Colfax, Saturday. His bod'y was found hanging in the basement of his home by sister with whom he lived. He wag 75 years old and had been in ill health for some time. The Johnston Station basket ball teams were here last week and the boys were defeated by the locals in best game of the season by a score of 20 to 21.

Miss "Dot" George was among the rooters. The "booers" were alt here too. Sportsmanship must not be taught at that school. The dumping grounds between the tracks at the east edge of town have been cleaned up and put in an orderly condition and it is the aim of those in charge to see that it is kept that way. The gates to the grounds are kept locked and those desiring to take home Thursday.

Mrs. Thelma McCouley of Mitehellville and Mrs. John BeWit visited Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Grant Prairie City News. Checkers are becoming a favorite sport or pastime and now checker players get their space in the sport section of the papers.

'Ralph Woods, of Colfax, was recently -elected vice president of the State Checker Association at the first meeting of the their rubbish there may get the key from Harry Waldorf, city marshal. N'o one knows who, how or why these grounds get in such shape. It is hoped that in the future those having access to the lot will be c.arcful to put their load where they are directed to. We remember how when a home was quarantined it meant that that family was out of circulation for so many days depending on the nature of the disease. It seems that there has been a decided let down in the enforcement of the laws or the laws themselves have been changed.

The P. L. R. says no mail should be accepted from a home that is quarantined. There are many families quarantined in this vicinity, but we know of no serious illness.

Mitchellville merchants have tried many schemes to interest people in coming to town. Why not a "most popular girl" or "most beautiful girl" contest. That's something that always create much interest. Mrs. Bessie Morrison of Webster City, Iowa, spent a.

night at the Marmon home in Des Moines last week. Mrs 1 Morrison is an organizer of sales people in several counties for the Lincoln Library. Mrs. Morrison has one of the best reference books on the market and will doubtless meet with much success in this new adventure. She attended a school of instruction in Des Moines.

Jella Jelsma, popular insurance man of Pella died February 17th after a lingering illness. 'He was 52 years of age. The MitcheHville 8th graders beat Bondurant at Farrar last Friday in the invitation tournament for boys' in that grade from many nearby schools. Lloyd Milbourn was the star' player, supported by four classmates. Saturday afternoon the locals played Mingo and came home with the small end of the score.

This is great experience for the boys. Monday coldest morning of the.entire winter. Thermometer 8 below. Barometer Clear. Northwest wind.

When those army pilots were killed in Wyoming last week it brought to mind how Percy Woodward, local pioneer air mail pilot met his death in about the same way. Ed. Cole, on the M. St. L.

at Marsh'alltown met with an unusual accident recently. He was pulling a train and had his head out the cab window watching for signals while switching. He had his head out of the window so far his head struck a moving train on another track. Cole was thrown to the ground' resulting Continued on page 6 Church Notes Universalist Church Rev. O.

G. Colegrove. Pastor You are invited 1 to worship with us next Sunday March 4. Sermon by pastor at 11 a. m.

with special music. Church school of Religious Education at 10 a. m. You are invited to attend the eleventh International Congress of Free Christians in Copenhagen, Denmark, August 14-19. 1 A world gathering of liberals.

Your chance to see the Passion Play and the most worth while places of Europe at an exceptionally low price. See England, Denmark, Germany and Holland $255 to $805. Ask Rev. 0. G.

Colegrove for "Lookin' Lovely" A COMEDY IN THREE ACTS By Janice Gard Directed By Miss Alice Biddle Will Be Presented In The School Auditorium FRIDAY EVENING, MARCH 2ND AT 8 O'CLOCK CAST OF CHARACTERS (order in which they appear) Persimmon, The faithful old colored' servant in the Bordine Home Alice Craig Winnie, Who inherited the debt-ridden Bordine farm Helen StifTler Amarilla, The village postmistress and bro.ad- caster Genevieve Barrett Buddie William Pearson and Winnie's brother and sister Clylie Elizabeth Walton Jennie Matthews, A friend of Winnie's, now on the stage Esther Sexton Speed Hawkins, Whose one desire is to "catch" Ama- rilia Don Stewart Esther Who has abroad Ila Seiberling Bill Boker, A promoter looking for something to promote Justin StilTler Jim His pal and fellow promoter Don Benton Cholly, A young Englishman and dramatic critic Doyle Ch.ampion Mac. A theatrical producer Gordon Heaberlin of Bordine Farmhouse ACT I. Living room in the Bordine home; a-June morning. ACT II. The same; three weeks later.

ACT III. The same; a week later. This pl.ay is to be given by tlTi? Dramatic Club under the sponsorship of the Mitchellville T. A. on Friday evening, March 2nd at 8 o'clock in the school auditorium.

'Mrs. Elliott's orchestra will furnish music between acts. Admission 20 cents Children 10 cents The rest of the afternoon was spent working on sowing boxes and cutting i apron and needle-book patterns. Refreshments were served by the host- i esses and' their mother. The next meeting will be held at the home of Wanda Pritchard on Saturday, March Ila Weston.

Reporter, MARTHA WASHINGTON 4-H CLUB MET LAST SATURDAY The Martha Washington 4-H Club met Saturday afternoon with Ruth and Betty Binkerd. The lesson was on the various seams, materials and patterns used in making pajamas. At the close of the meeting, refreshments were served by the hostesses Those present at the meeting wera Mabel Kaldenberg, Grace Freel, Miriam Sapp Freda Vandehaar and Ruth and Betty Binkerd. BEAVER TWP. P.

T. A. The Beaver Township P. T. A.

will meet 'Monday evening March 5, at Center School. William Ryan and Charles Seiberling are on the program committee and Jess Glenn and Clarence Pearson are on the serving committee. Each lady is asked to bring sandfiches. John C. Elliott Buried in Red Oak John C.

Elliott was born in Monag- NOTICE The Martha Washington 4-H Club is giving a program and bazaar Saturday evening at 8:00 o'clock at Center School in Washington township. ColTee and sandwiches will be for sale, tend. You are cordially invited to at- No admission charge is made. L. R.

Burdock Buried Friday Luke R. Burdock, son of Joseph and Mary Ann Burdock, was born in Eng- han County, Ireland, October 29, 1857 land, December 28, 1868, and died at and died in the Lutheran Hospital in his home in Mitchellville, Iowa, Feb- Des Moines, Iowa on February 22, ruary 21, 1934 at the age of 66 years, 1934 at the age of 76 years, 3 months 2 months, and 24 days. He came to and 23 days. When he was three the United States with his parents years of age he came to Illinois from when about 2 years of age and lived Ireland and lived in Connell County in Maryland until 1880 when the fam- in that state until he waa twenty-one ily came to Iowa. 'With the exception years of age.

He then' came to Red of a few years in Kansas, most of his Oak, Iowa where he lived for a num- life has been spent in this- state. He her of yeara. Ten years of his life attended Simpson College for two were spent near Riceville, Iowa. In years and Penn College for five 1919, he moved to Des Moinea and preparing himself for the Methodist settled on the farm where he had lived ministry. He was married! to Miss up till the time of his death.

He was Maude Roach, of Oskaloosa, Iowa, on a member of the First Presbyterian October 30, 1900. In the same year church in Des Moines. Mr. Elliott he was received on trial by the Iowa has been compared with a strong and Conference and was admitted into full sturdy oak and every one who knew membership in 1905. During him or had any dealing with him, years of active ministry which i knew him to be honest and wholly ended with his retirement in 1930, he' reliable.

and his devoted wife have given un- The funeral services were conduct- tiringly of their services, having held ed Saturday morning at 9:00 o'clock pastorates in Tiffin, Colombus June- from the home by Rev. S. A. Fulton, tion, Webster, Brighton, Kirkville and" pastor of the First Presbyterian Malcolm. He was a zealous preacher, I church in Des Moines.

The body was and a faithful pastor during his min- taken to Red Oak for burial, istry. For the past two years Rev. CHRISTIAN LEAGUE PARTY The Christian League enjoyed a party last Wednesday evening in the Congregational church basement. The evening was spent playing party games and ping-pong. Refreshments consisting of delicious home made ice cream and cake were served' by the committee.

Those present were, Marie Kennedy, Florence Byers, Alice Craig, Elizabeth Walton, George Johnston, Gordon Warren, Edna Hayes, Barbara Sheppard, Berniece Walton, Louis Schnabel, Raymond Kellogg, Ruby Squires, Althea Burnett, Mabel Milbourn, Theodore Milbourn, Paul Bell, Lester Kellogg and Rev. Wilkinson. THANK YOU We wish to thank the firemen and neighbors for their assistance in putting out the blaze on our and Mrs. Tom Milbourn. Association.

organization at Newton. The 1935 tournament will be held at Iowa City. 35 counties were represented at the Newton tournament. John W. Elliott 87 years old and the last civil war veteran at Pjqairie City passed- away at his home early last week.

'Lawrence Haimmerly has been ap- a member of the Jasper coun- of education. He fills the beard made Bev. out odt the cmmty. Hw- Newton ticket or literature. Lenten Readings this week are "The God we Seek" and Finding God Thru Nature." Ask pastor for a booklet.

postoffioe. Begin now to plan your Easter offer ing and consecration. Methodist-Congregational L. M. Wilkinson, Pastor The attendance was very good Sunday for siuch cold weather.

Blessed are they who go to church even when weather conditions ave adverse, for though the firtsids be warm and the radio able to bring in a good service, if they remain they Burdock hta lived in Mitchellville where he has been held in high esteem by all who knew him. Besides his wife, he leaves to mourn his death four sisters, Mrs. Florence Lafferty, of Los Angeles; Mrs. Marjory Phelps, of Denver, Colorado; Mi-s. Lena Bidwell and Mrs.

Anna Edwards, of Des Moines, Iowa and a brother Harry Burdock of Los Angeles California. The deepest sympathy of the church and community is extended to these loved ones in their hour of bereavement. The funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the Methodist church in Mitchellville. Dr. R.

M. Shipman, district superin- tend'ant, of Des Moines was in charge and was assisted by Rev. E. S. MacCartney and Rev.

L. M. Wilkinson, both of MitcheHville. Comforting music was sung by the male quartette, Robert Pritchard, L. M.

Wilkinson, Robert Griffitts, and E. S. Mac Cartney, who were accompanied by Miss Anne Mac Cartney. The bodly was taken to the Glendale cemetery in Des Moines fp.r burial. Aid at Mrs.

Kennedy's home. Friday, the Methodist Ladies Home Missionary Society will meet at the parsonage, Mrs. Copley, leader. Sunday, everybody go to Sunday School and church. Children, bring your parents, we all need Sunday Schod.

Boys and girls, stay for church for the little talk the pastor has for you. night of each weeac, Bible Study and Prayer Meeting in the church at 7:30. Choir practice at 8:30. We want to enlist new members MITOHELLVILLE A. C.

PLAYS MONROE, MARCH 5TH The Mitchellville A. C. Basket Ball teams will play a double header with the Monroe Independents Monday night March 5 on the Mitchellville gym. In a game played earlier in the season the local second team won a close game from fMonroe seconds, while the first team lost ir. an overtime game by a two point margin.

Two good games are Come and see the locals in the last regular cl eduled home wne of ths season. have full half of their James Paulson of ian privilege, namely, thfe giving out of spirit, life and personality to other people in toe church woo need it. "It is more blessed to give than to receive," and -he, in the choir. Come and volunteer to help Do not wait until you do the golden deed. Commonplace deeds become golden if done in the name of the Lord.

Do not wait until a better time. You may but time will not. Church of Ohrigt Rev. Ww. McGlurg, Pastor Bible School at 10 a.

m. Morning Worship at 11 Junior Endeavor at 6:30 p. m. Senior Endeavor at £:30 p. m.

E. E. Clothier Is Found Dead Apparently stricken while playing solitaire, E. E. Clothier, 67, a retired railroad; employe, died at his home, 1325 Mondamin Tuesday night.

The body was found by Ralph W. VanHorn, 1330 Mondamin about 10 p. m. Mr. Clothier was seated upright in his chair with the cards spread him on the table.

He had lived alone since his wife's death several months ago. Dr. William Carpenter, coroner, said death had occur- ed about 8 p. and was from heart disease. A former Perry, resident, Mr.

Clothier came to Des Moines eight years ago. A son in Perry and another in Chicago, 111., survive. Moines Register. Mr. Clothier is well known here.

He is a brother of Mrs. Glick and an uncle of Mrs. L. C. Elliott, of Mitchellville.

The funeral wasi held here at Carson's Funeral Home this morning and the body taken to Olin, Iowa for burial. NOT LOST, BUT GONE BEFORE In Memory of Bessie Hill Griffitta "Not lost, but gone her loving smile No longer greets us at our meetings here, Jut lingers still her spirit in our midst And greets our souls with smiles of hearty cheer. "Not lost, but gone before," her active mind No longer plans for work beneath the sun, But in yon heavenly regions, golden light Enjoys the welcome plaudit, "Soul, well done." "Not lost, but gone before," her busy hands From active work below are folded still, But sweep the chords of golden harps above, Whose notes our hearts with heavenly rapture thrills. "Not lost, but gone before," her songs of praise, Her counsels, prayers, are heard on earth no more; Her sweeter songs of everlasting joy Are echoing back from the eternal shore. "Not lost, but gone before," there she awaits Our coming with a happy gladsome greeting; When our work, too, is done, and we shall join Our olved ones in a never ending meeting.

Adapted by Anna M. Hill Scott Popular Couple Married Sunday On Sunday afternoon February at 4:00 p. a quiet wedding was performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. I.

J. Bishop, when Doris H. Perry and Earl McClannahan were united in marriage by L. M. Wilkinson, using the single ring ceremony, in the presence of a few immediate relatives and friends.

The bride wore a dress of blue triple sheer crepe carrying a boquet of pink and white sweet peas and yellow rose buds. The groom wore the conventional blue suit. The color scheme of pink and white was carried out in the home decorations also in the dainty luncheon served after the ceremony. Both Doris and Earl have lived in this immediate vicinity all their lives, and are graduates of the Mitchellville High School, both taking an active part in community affairs. Doris is the local agent of the North Western Bell Telephone Co.

and Earl is engaged in the Real Estate and Insurance business. They will be at home to their friends after April 1st in the J. M. Bellairs property on E. 4th The whole community joins in wishing these two the greatest of happiness in their new home.

bratc her birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Lacey and Charles Jr.

and Mr. Harley Mowery of Des Moines were also present. All enjoyed the day and departed wishing Mrs. Lee many more birthdays. Mr.

and Mrs. Keith Long and Donnie were dinner guests Wednesday evening of Rose Dailey whose birthday was on that date. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Findley were guests of his sister, Miss Feme Findley of Grinnell, over Sunday.

A large crowd of members of Silver Star Chapter, 0. E. S. and of visiting members from Colfax, Altoona, Runnells, Carlisle and Winterset Chapters enjoyed the evening meeting; following the School of Instruction held last Thursday p. m.

The initiation ceremony was given and other work exemplified 1 for Mrs. Orene Britton, Past Grand Marshal and! Deputy Grand Instructor of Distt. 19 of the State of Iowa. A very enjoyable evening; was spent in the home of Mr. and Mrs.

G. F. Hadder by a group of neighbors and friends last Saturday evening. Pleasant visiting, entertaining table games, and delicious refreshments were the high lights of the evening. Those enjoying the courtesy which was given in honor of Mrs.

Piesen of Eldora, Iowa, were: Mrs. Jessie Oldfield and her brother, Mr. Rae, Mr. and Mrs. C.

E. Starks, Mr. and Mrs. B. F.

Rothtroek, Mr. and Mrs 1 H. A. Marmon and son James, Mrs. Millie Jones and Miss Ida Seems.

NOTICE OF ELECTION The Annual election of officers for the Independent School District of MiteheUville, Iowa, will be held Monday, March 12, 1934 in the town hall. Polls will open at 12 o'clock noon and close at seven o'clock p. m. A director will be elected for three years to succeed George McCleary and a treasurer for two years to succeed Doris Perry. Nomination papers must be filed with the secretary not later than ten days before the election.

A. CARSON, Sec. 1 MEERY MAIDS 4-H CLUB MET LAST SATURDAY The Merry Maids 4-H Club met at the home of Helen and Ila Weston on Saturday, February 24th, three members, two honorary members, one modlier and one visitor present. Because of bad weather our attendance wasn't so large and we hope lor a better attendance next meeting. After a short business- meeting, clothing primers were given to each member.

i the last Personal Mention Mr. and Mrs. Keith Taylor are the parents of a baby girl born Tuesday, February 13th. The baby has been named Patricia Lee. Mr.

and Mrs. F. C. Gabbert attended the funeral of their uncle, Charles Lewis, in Des Moines Tuesday morning. T.

W. Bae, who has been visiting his sister, Mrs. Jessie Oldfield, left for Omaha Monday and' expects to be gone a few days. J. I.

Wilson and Ted Strehle attended the Lumber men's Convention at the Fort Dea Moines Hotel this week. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Gulling and Bubby of EunneUs and Mr. and Mrs.

W. E. Hayes spent Saturday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.

B. Hayes. Mrs. E. S.

MaoCartney was a one o'clock luncheon guest Tuesday of Mrs. William Johnson of Prairie City. Mr. and Mrs. Verne Phillips of Des Moines and Mr.

Frank Me Cauley and of AKoona Mrs. T. E. Porter Laid To Rest Ethel Deck was born January 26, 1880 at Mohawk Village, Coshocton County, Ohio. At the age of two years she moved with her parents tp Kirksville, Iowa.

In 1888 her father passed away and' she moved with her mother and sisters to Mitchellville where they made their home with her uncle, W. H. Reid. She united with the Christian church at the age of 12 years to which she has ever remained a faithful member. She was united in marriage June 1, 1897 to Thomas Edward Porter at Mitchelville.

To this union were born six children one of whom died in infancy. She was a great lover of home and family and never tired of her labors for her children. Mrs. Porter passed away Sunday morning, February 18, 1934 at the Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines at the age of 54 years and 22 days after an illness of a few weeks. She leaves to mourn her death her husband and 1 five children, Gladys, Frank and Arnold 1 who are at home; Leslie of Mitchellville and Dollie of Kansas City, her mother, Mrs.

Anna Deck of Mitchellville and one grand child, Jimmie Porter. One niece, Ilea Modannahan of Mitchellville and two uncles, W. H. Reid of MitcheHviJlft and Edd Reid of Boone, Iowa also survive, besddes a host of other rela-. tives and friends, iFuneral services were conducted Kev.

Win. MoOlurg, assisted 1 M. Dwiaht Wafer, 20th at 2 from the church. The singers sere Sunday of Mr. by went was the.