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PAGE SIX PLATTSMOUTH SEMI . JOU1UTAL THimspAt, 17CVK.IBER 20, 1839. OCIAL From Monday's Dally Entertains Friends The home of Mr. and Mrs. Ellwood Snodgrass was the scene of a very pleasant fish diiner Sunday. They had as their guests County Register of Deed3 Ray F. Becker and Mrs. Becker. Joseph Adams Entertain Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Adam enter- tained at dinner Sunday their two sons, Jerry of Lincoln and George, Tarkio, Missouri. Also present as dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Adams were the two boys' fiancees, Miss Dorothy Fields of Lincoln and Miss Maxine Bennett of Des Moines, Iowa. Mr. and Mrs. Ilillard Land spent the day in Omaha and evening guests at the Adam home were their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. William Steinkamp, Jr. Entertains at Birthday Dinner The large dining room of the Hotel Plattsmouth was the scene of a love ly arranged and served turkey din ner at C:30 Sunday evening. The dinner was honoring the birthday anniversary of Mrs. Frank A. Cloidt. The table was arranged with decor ations of the tall white tapers and yellow pom pom chrysanthemums forming the centerpiece. Following the dinner the members of the group were entertained at the Cloidt home on high school hill, visit ing and Chinese checkers serving to make a very pleasant evening. Those attending were Judge and Mrs. A. H. Duxbury, Superintendent and Mrs. L. S. Devoe, County Treas urer and Mrs. John E. Turner. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sfarkjohn, County Superintendent Lora Lloyd Kieck, Mrs. Lillian Livingston and Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Cloidt. Guests at Sievers Home ilr. and Mrs. Floyd Stromm and infant daughter Diane, Mrs. William Ileldman and daughter, Lois, all of Fargo, North Dakota, motored down to spend the Thanksgiving holidays with their mother and grandmother, Mrs.vHans Sievers. Mr. Sanford Short was also a member of the party. All left early Sunday morning for their homes. Walden, Harriet Goos, Kathryn Grosshans, Louise Rishel and Blanche Hughes. A short business meeting. was held. Misses Anne Knleke, Wilhelmina Henrlchsen, Blanche Hughes and Fern Jahrig will act as a committee to work with the Plattsmouth Wom an's club in celebrating the Golden Jubilee of General Federation of Woman's club which will be held in Plattsmouth during February. At this time the Plattsmouth Junior club will also observe their first anniversary. GENUINE Pfister and Nebr. State Certified Hybrids PFISTER HYBRIDS arc grown in Nebraska and carefully tested for Nebraska growing conditions under the supervision of Virgil Welch, who for ten years has been corn breeder at the Univer sity of Nebraska and who is now working- for Lester Pfister, with the Cornhusker Hybrid Co., at Waterloo, Nebr. Prices, per bushel $5 - $6 - $7 State Certified No. 939, 110, U. S. 44 $3.50 - $4.25 - $5.00 . 1 Discount of and up to and exceeding 10 on Special Orders Ralph Wehrboin PLATTSMOUTH, NEBR, Engelkemeier Bros. MURRAY, NEBR. Tender Reception Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Giles tendered a reception Sunday afternoon be tween the hours of 4 and 6 in honor of their son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Giles, who were united in marriage at the Presby terian church at Alliance Sunday, November 19. Over 100 relatives, close friends 'and neighbors of the Giles family were present at their home at 508 South Tenth street. Bouquets of large brown chrysan themums and white candles formed the decorative scheme of the dining table. Mrs. George C. Sheldon and daughter, Miss Ruth Ann Sheldon of Nehawka presided at the dining table. Miss Eleanor Giles had charge! of the guest book. Out-of-town guests present at the reception included: Mrs. I. L. Shel don of Ellenburg Depot, New York, grandmother of the groom; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stivers, Mr. and Mrs. William Hunt. Mr. and Mrs. Shirley Lincoln, Jr., of Glenwood, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. George Sheldon and daugh ter, Ruth Ann, Mr. and Mrs. Vilas Sheldon, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Pollard. Mr. and Mrs. Conant Wolph, Miss Evelyn Wolph, Mr. and Mrs. Marion Tucker, Mr. and Mrs. William Drandt, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. William Brandt, Jr., of Nehawka; Mr. and Mrs. Ben Olive of Wtteping Water; Mr. and Mrs. Carl Wolph of Avoca. Junior Woman's Club The Junior Woman's club held Monday evening the members of the senior class of the Plattsmouth high school enjoyed their first class party of the year, the theme of the jolly party being "All American." The gym of tire building had been arranged in decorations of blue and white with the gym fitted as a rootball field. The invitations had been made in the form of footballs. Games were played that produced much enjoyment and this was follow ed by the "All American" refresh ments hot dogs, pop, Ice cream and candy. The latter part of the evening was spent in dancing, bringing to a close a class party that all will long remember. The committees of the class ar ranging the party were: Games Wilma Swatek, chairman, Bill Knorr, Bruno Reichstadt, Jean Quinnett, Whipple Leonard, Stephen Devoe. Refreshments Betty Ruffner,- chair man, Charlotte Cottier, Betty Yro man, John Elliott, Lawrence Lam berson. Invitations Willene Rusk, chairman, Helen Slatinsky, Bernard Kubicka, Matthew Sedlak. that had been arranged on the dining room table under the chandelier. The decorations throughout the home comprised large bouquets of artificial flowers. At the close of the evening the hostesses served a luncheon. At a late hour they all departed, wishing Sheldon and his wife a long and happy married life. Mrs. Zitka at Anniversary Among the five Plattsmouth couples that attended the twenty fifth wedding anniversary surprise party on Mr. and Mrs. Anton Dvorak at Omaha Saturday evening, Novem ber 25 was included Mrs. Anna Zitka, also of this city. A large number of local people, former Plattsmouth residents, and a few of their Omaha friends were present at the surprise affair. Among the former Platts mouth people there were Mr. and Mrs. Edward Remar, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Foral, and Mr. and Mrs. Emil Stanek. Also present at the occasion was the bridegroom and bridesmaid of twenty-five years, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Janousek. Mrs. Zitka spent the week-end in Omaha with her daugh ters, Mrs. Edward Remar and Miss Dorothy Zitka, returning home Mon day morning. Prom Tuesday's Daltj- Senior Class Party their social meeting Monday evening at the Hotel Plattsmouth. There were forty young ladies in attend ance. Bridge, pinochle and Chinese checkers were played. Prizes were awarded Mrs. Lillian Schmitt, Mrs. Helen Farney and Miss Ruth Ann Hatt. Hostesses were Misses Lawanna Kelley, Mary Kay 'Wiles, Juanita Entertains at Shower A miscellaneous shower honoring" Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Giles was given at the home cf Mr. and Mrs. Henry Starkjohn. Mrs. Starkjohn was as sisted by Mrs. Willard Brink, Sr. and Mrs. William T. Starkjohn. Thirty five guests were present last evening. Bingo was played and prizes for this game were awarded to Willard Brink, Jr., Mrs. Bronson Timm, Miss Marie Nolting. and Wanda Lou Cacy. A spelling contest was. held and it was an event that caused a great deal of fun and excitement. Sides were chosen and the captains of the two sides were Sheldon Giles and Wil lard Brink, Jr. In this game Mrs. Roy Olson proved to be the outstand ing speller. A Prof. Quiz program was enjoyed, Mrs. Henry Starkjohn taking the role of the professor himself. .The recent bride was then asked to open her gifts, which had been concealed in a huge decorated parasol Fin Quadriga Urn' "1 i U II ixutmgii A MliiV imk I ALL MADE OF NATION- TVT) V So practical ... so useful! Generous ml if JSmL uf sP,ashV ,oro1 and multi-color H Wf SWjT1- Pfn with contrasting piping, JT, li '"r eSKKT 1 novelty trims and handy pockets. Be & 'OENNICHSEN'S . J From Wednesday'!! Dally Novotnys Entertained at Dinner Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Novotny, Sr., of this city, were in Omaha Sunday, November 26 where they were din ner' guests of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and ' Mrs. Anton W. Vetesnik and family at 1947 South Fifteenth street. Other guests at the dinner included Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Novotny, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Hall, and Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kes- ling of Omaha. Mr. and Mrs. Novotny also spent a few hours with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Stanek and family. Mrs. Val Burkel Entertains Mrs. W. C. Tippens and Mrs. "Wil liam Schmidtmann. Sr., were guests of the Tuesday Afternoon Pinochle club members at the home of Mrs. Val Burkel yesterday afternoon. Mrs. L. B. Egenberger was unable to at tend. - Mrs. Fred Mumm received the award for the highest pinochle score and Mrs. Frank Guthmann won the consolation prize."" ' The afternoon was climaxed with the serving of refreshments by Mrs. Burkel. : ' The evening was spent in playirrg cards and Mrs. Fred Rea received the bridge prize and the prize for the highest pinochle score was pre sented to Miss Josephine Rys. The committee of hostesses served a luncheon at the close of the card party. Thanksgiving Program Held The fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth grade pupils of Sister Mary Celestine's group at the St. John's parochial school entertained a large group of their parents, school pa trons, and friends at a Thanks giving program Tuesday afternoon at 2:15. The program was under the sponsorship of the local Parent Teachers association. Miss ' Patricia Libershal, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Libershal, gave the welcome address. Thomas Pucelik played two piano solos: "The Little Fairy Sehottlsche," and "The Katydid." Miss Hermina Reichstadt was present with her accordian and played four accordian selections. Four playlets were enacted. "Causes for Thankfulness" was enacted by the seventh and eighth grade pupils, and "We Thank Thee," a playlet composed of recitations and songs, was given by the fifth and sixth grade girls. The seventh and eighth grade students also enacted the play let, "Cousin Imogene's Thanksgiving Dinner." "The Spelling Lesson" was given by the fifth and sixth grades. Monsignor George Agius concluded the program with a fitting Thanks giving day address, citing the mean ing and the way the holiday should be observed. He also expressed his gratitude to all of the guests who were present and especially thanked the members of the P.-T. A. for their loyal support toward the social and financial welfare Of the school. He also spoke in behalf of the Ursuline sisters. A number of poultry gifts were awarded during the course of the afternoon and the turkey was given to Dangard Reichstadt, Jr. Mis3 Gloria Johnson received the chicken, and the special prize was awarded to Miss May Rath of Chicago, Illinois who is now visiting with her sister, Mrs. J. C. Petersen and family. The St. John's school will have no school Thursday and Friday and classes will be resumed Monday morn ing at 9 a. m. Honor Old Resident Monday, Nov. 27 was the 60th birthday of George P. Stoehr who re sides on a farm west of Plattsmouth. On Sunday, the good wife remember ed the event and prepared a real birthday dinner in his honor. This was a complete surprise to George as be surmised nothing until one of the invited friends arrived and wish ed him a happy birthday. He received many lovely gifts, among them two beautifully decorated birthday cakes, baked by Mrs. Elmer Stoehr and Mrs. Elvin Davis. These cakes were the main decorations of the table. The afternoon was spent in plaving cards. At a late hour the guests departed wishing him m iny more iiappy birth days. The guests present were: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Engelkemeier and Clarence, Mr. and Mrs. Jake Kraeger, Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hild, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Frederick, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Meisinger, Mr. and Mrs. Julius Engelkemeier, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Stoehr, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Stoehr. On Monday evening just as George Stoehr was getting ready to smoke his evening pipe, he heard voices on the porch singing "Happy Birthday" and as he opened the door, there was another birthday surprise party consisting of relatives who came with well laden baskets of deliciously pre pared food which made the birthday dinner enjoyed to the utmost. Before long the table wa3 laden with good things to eat. In the center of the table was a little basket filled with candy corn, and a chocolate Thanks giving turkey, trying to get his last fill. This centerpiece was made and presented to Mr. Stoehr by Mrs. Mike Kaffenberger. After the dinner the evening was spent in playing cards and Chinese checkers. At a late hour all departed wishing him many more happy birthdays. Those pres ent were Mr. and Mrs. August Keil and Gerald, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Meisinger, Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kaffenberger and Henry, Mrs. Emma Kaffenberger and family, Harold Meisinger, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Stoehr, Mr. and Mrs. Verner Kaffenberger and Vernpn Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Stoehr and Mr. and Mrs. George Stoehr. AGRICULTURAL CON SERVATION PROGRAM The state committee November 22 received the following telegram from Claude E. Wickard: "Secretary today announced 1939 10 corn loan of fifty-seven cents per bushel available to farmers in com mercial corn area. New loan pro gram virtually same as 1938 pro gram except that loan rate on mixed corn will be fifty-five cents. Pro cedure for taking out loans simpli fied, and interest and insurance charges reduced." You will receive a more detailed story on 1939-40 corn loans in the next few issues of this paper. BIRTH OF SON Frrm Tuesday' Dallr This morning Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Hughson were made the happy par ents of a fine seven and a half pound son. The mother and little one are doing nicely and the father is very happy in his work at the local post office today. C. D. A. Social Meeting Mrs. James Zitk$. Mrs. John V. Svoboda, Jr., Mrs. Kate Hiber, and Miss May Rath were special guests of the Catholic Daughters of Amer ica members at their November so cial meeting, which took place at the Hermie Svoboda home at 1410 Main street last evening-. Assistant hostesses for the occasion were Mrs. John Kubicka and Mrs. Anna Zitka. Buy Casco Butter Of course not all Cass county people eat Casco Butter. If they did, our production could be in creased greatly and Cass county farmers and dairy men would reap the ad vantage of a better home market for their Cream. Additional home people would be given employ ment and we would all benefit more than thru using butter made else where, or worse still the use of oil substitutes that contribute not one penny to either Nebraska agri culture or industry. Let's keep our white spot white. PLATTSr.lOUTII CREAMERY LOWER MAIN St. 1 PHONE 94 MARRIAGE BUSINESS BRISK The week end business at the marriage llcerme department of the county court showed a brisk upturn Saturday and Judre A. H. Duxbury was called upon to perform the mar riage ceremony for two ccuples. James Wesley Roberta and Rose Dorothy Brehm, both of Lincoln, were wedded, with John Bridges and Frances Meyer also of Lincoln as the witnesses. Oscar Nielsen of Carter Lake. Iowa. and Lucille Skinner of Omaha were the second couple to be married by Judge Duxbury. This wedding was witnessed by Donald and Florence Sheltin, of Omaha, who were also married here some time ago. CAILS CAR HAS SMASHUP Prom M nday's Dally This morning shortly after 7 o'clock Sheriff Jce Mrasek was called to west of Murray where an auto accident was reported. It was found that a car driven by Walter Stowell of Lincoln had been wrecked four and a half miles west and two miles south of Murray when the car he was driving had crashed into a large pile of dirt thrown up by road work ers. The car was badly smashed up and the driver received several in juries that made necessary his being brought on into this city for treatment. Frofn Monday's Daily Mr. and Mrs. Henry Born had as their guests Friday, November 24 Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ahl and .Mrs. Anna Loberg of Ixulsville. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Oehlerking, of near Wabash, was in the city today to look after some matters of busi ness and visiting with friends. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Long, of Pacific Junction, were here for a short time Saturday and also visiting at Omaha. On their return to Iowa they were accompanied by Mrs. Hattie Kirker, mother of Mrs. Long, who will visit at the Junction for a few days, f'om Tuemay'a Darry A. J. Trilety was at Nehawka to day where he was called to look after some matters of business. Mr. and Mrs. Art Jones of Weep ing Water were here today to spend a few hours attending to some mat ters of business. From Wednesday's Dally Dr. and Mrs. Dickson Grassman of Alliance, arrived today for a visit at the home of relatives and friends in this city for a few days. A. L. Wall, state agent of the Connecticut Fire Insurance Co., of Lincoln, was here today to look after some matter with their local agent, iSeaii S. Davis. Ill M m i r w imm . Your BIK-NAME .'advertised at 1 25c) will be sent promptly upon receipt of a sale slip showing purchase of IGA Rolled Oats and a 3c stamp. Indicate what letters you want (not more than five.) 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