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About The frontier. (O'Neill City, Holt County, Neb.) 1880-1965 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 25, 1937)
Over the County — VOUTHWEST BREEZES By Romaine Saunders Jesse James was out from At kinson Sunday looking over things at the ranch. Walt Richards was over from Chambers Sunday with a load of fuel for the Bernard Kennedy i^ousehold. The germ of political changes and unrest has made an attack on Senator Burke. He wants to make it one six-year term for the chief executive. A referendum vote on repeal was so nearly unanimous for the drys in Green county, Tennessee, that the 24 wets think of moving to Nebraska. Since Washington has taken over domestic, industrial, home and ag ricultural problems and love af fairs the ouija board has fallen into disuse. The first threat to “balance the , budget” was in 1932. It has been repeated each year since, the latest date now set to effect the “bal ance” being next July. P. J. Kennedy has transferred his living quarters from Amelia back to the ranch in Swan and to fortify against the rigors of the weather had a load of coal conveyed thither Friday. - The federal “annuity fund” tak ing a per cent of his earnings, union dues and special assessments, are not leaving the wage worker Vfhuch of his earnings for the “full dinner pail.” I recently received a letter from M. F. Cronin from New York City. Maitin finds the huge metropolis a great place for those with un limited funds but rather cold con sideration of those on the border k line of material needs. He is em V ployed with an army unit—as a ' painter. - Coal prices seem to be on a per manent prohibitive basis in Holt county. The best grade of soft coal at on6 time sold at just half of the price now demanded. Some have bought coal in Omaha at $6.50 and had it trucked here for $4 per ton. Others have it delivered from a car at Inman for $13 and still others have bought elsewhere at $12.50 with a trucking charge of $1 .25 to $2 a ton added. Under these conditions the native cotton wood is becoming more and more popular as fuel. In the earliest of the sacred record it is stated the Creator look ed upon a completed universe “and behold it was very good.” Whether FREE! Y-B Cigars Last Five Cigars in Box AT YOUR FAVORITE TOBACCO STORE this took place under the glare of mid day or the softer light of moon and stars the record does not say. The work was not merely good but “very good.” And now some six thousand years along in the sweep of time the beholder of the celestial splendor of a November night sky can say with his Creator, “Behold, it is very good!” Not until the 18th did the full moon hang in gilded glory diffusing its light over snow-covered prairies of the south west. A few nights later the scene changes and clouds bring a canopy of darkness. The charm of natural scenes lies in the infinite variety. To this whose shadows fall on pavement under the arc light there would be no interest in the gloom of a clouded night out in {he open; to those dwelling in re gions of majestic secenerv the sweep of endless miles of prairie lying in November’s dead embrace would be forlorn and dreary. Like the Arab who sees beauty in the drifting desert sands, the prairie dweller finds fascination in the Creator’s handiwork all about. EMMET ITEMS A bridge party was held at the home of W. P. Dailey Thursday evening. Prizes were won by Mrs. Frank Foreman who was high, Mrs. Jess Wells low, Mrs. John Bonen berger traveling prize, and Miss Harris the cut. A delicous lunch was served. Dorothy Ann Cadman of Clarks, Nebr., is here visiting for a few days. Rev. D. S. Conrad of O’Neill, preached in the Emmet Methodist church Sunday morning and will continue to preach here every other Sunday morning. Guy Cole drove to Lincoln Sat urday to see the Nebraska-Iowa game. He was accompanied by Elmer Stolte, coach at O’Neill high school, and Deputy Sheriff C. C. Bergstrom. Charles Luben and son, Donald, and Tom Berkins drove to Ains worth Wednesday on business. The Emmet Hay company office was broken into Saturday night and ransacked. No money was taken although the safe was badly wrecked. Arthur Cole of Upton, Wyo., ar rived here Sunday night to spend the winter at the home of his brother, Guy Cole. MEEK AND VICINITY Mrs. Viola Searles left for Ponca Friday morning, being called there by a report that her son-in-law, A1 House, had been badly burned by an explosion. Word was received here Monday from Mrs. Searles that Mr. House’s eyes were badly effected and the outcome could not be sure as yet. The explosion occurred when he took the lid off of a can of furnace cement which had been heated on the oven door. Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Borg spent Thursday evening at the Eric Borg home. Mrs. Roy Spindler spent Wed nesday eevning with Mrs. Frank Griffith. Quite a crowd attended the cha rivari for Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Miller Wednesday evening at the Charlie Ross home. Howard Devall came home from the CCC camp at Valentine to spend the week-end. Funeral services were held for Grandpa Hansen Sunday afternoon at Paddock Union church, where he attended church for thirty years, and where his children and grand children and some of his great grandchildren attend sei’vices. He was laid to rest in the little ceme tery beside “Grandma.” Besides the family he had a host of friends who sorrow at his passing. His was a long and useful life. Mrs. Woodwai’d of Royal spent the week-end at the home of her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Linn. Those who do not live in this vicinity who were here for the funeral of Mr. Hansen were: Mr. and Mrs. Dave Hansen, Mr. and Mi’s. Ralph Hansen, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Hansen, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Hansen and son, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Modica and son, and Mrs. Loyal Kolbrek, all of Sioux Falls, S. D.; Gardner Taylor and mother, of Colome, S. D.; Mr. and Mrs. Chris Anderson of Bristow, and Mr. and Mrs. Mariedy Hubby of Atkinson. Last Saturday night the dwell ing house on May McGowan’s place burned to the ground with a loss of nearly all the Contents. May had been visiting in Minesota and had just returned home that even ing and had gone to the home of her aunt, Mrs. Libbie Nelson, for supper. Will Harvey in the mean time started a fire in the heating stove and as near as they can tell the drafts were closed too tightly and the door of the stove blew open. They saw the fire and worked desperately to put it out, nearly succeeding in doing so, hut water ■ was scarce and the fire finally was out of control. The range in the kitchen was practically all that was saved. Mr. and Mrs, Ralph Hansen of Sioux Falls, S. D., were over-night guests at the A. L. Borg home Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Thomas and Mr. and Mrs. Orville Peterson and children of O’Neill, spent Sunday afternoon at the Orville Harrison and Elmer Devall homes. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Devall and baby spent' Saturday evening at the Will Devall home. Mrs. William Hubby spent Mon day afternoon with Mrs. Howard Rouse. Clarence Devall spent Friday evening at the Howard Rouse home, Arthur Rouse spent Monday evening at Frank Griffith's. The sale on the John Crandall place Monday was well attended and everything sold good. SHIELDS The dramatic talent of District No. 9 held a community program including several from outside, and all generations were again dis played at the Joe Gokie school house Wednesday night, Nov. 17. The contestants this year were coached by Miss Loraine Murray the teacher, and a graduate of the St. Mary’s Academy. Her pupils reflected much credit on her tutelege. Seldom has a more successful program been staged in any community. Their were con tests in the extemperaneous di vision. This has always been con sidered difficult and few attempt it. One hour was given the contest ants. Each was given a topic of current interest and an opportun ity to get his talk into shape. Harry Heeb spoke excellently. He seemed at ease on the rostrum and used the notes he had prepared very little. His Speech was well constructed and his diction good. It must have been no easy task to pick the better of the two of them, but the judges decided in favor of Harry. Joe Gokie, Jr., was a close second. There were numerous entries in the vocal division. They were: Miss Benson, the two Gokie sisters, Miss Loraine Murray, J. B. Dono hoe, the two Sullivan sisters, Ger ald Donohoe and Mrs. Goldfuss. Each number was handled exceed ingly well. They had a stage poise that was excellent. Mrs. Goldfuss sang in German dialect, “When Will You Be Mine"; J. B. Donohoe, k“The Three College Chums,” that was typical and thrilled his listeners to the very end. Miss Mary Earley and Joe Earley presented a dialogue of an Irish lady’s encounter with the census enumerator, that portrayed a fin ished technique that is seldom seen on the amateur stage. Miss Mary and Mrs. Keefer gave a striking presentation of a long delayed proposal that was in the dramatic class. It was singularly pathetic and the audience was held sppellbound thruout the entire pro cedure. The school pupils put up a splendid program. The two Sullivan sisters and Miss McNichols closed the program with a vocal quartette accompanied by the banjo of Mrs. Ed Murray. John Murray auctioned off the paper sacks and immediately after lunch Mr. Bredehof and Ed Murray entertained with several musical numbers. Ed Menish gathered in the kale. E. E. George E. Hansen George E. Hansen was born in Langeland, Denmark, May 19, 1848, and departed this life at his home SATURDAY SPECIALS PALMOLIVE SOAP I Per Bar _ j LARD In Cartons, 1-lb. CANDY BARS -|Qg a UNION LEADER 1 Can FREE with 2 for ... J EVERY DAY PRICES FOLGER’S COFFEE OQp Per Pound £ww CORN FLAKES Ifjp Per Package _ lUu VELVET TOBACCO 7KP l-lb. Cannister -.. f Jb 1-oz. Tin_-1.Jti-1(k v HEINZ CATSUP OOp Per Hut I If oi_ ZZ.li CAMELS —LUCKIES— CHESTERFIELDS Per CiOn 2 Packages O^f* Carton - - - - vii/U for. Christmas Gifts, Toys and Dolls ... ... now on display! = STANNARD’S S A bank account is a financial lubricant that keeps the business moving smoothly and without friction. The O’NEILL NATIONAL BANK ... i Capital, Surplus and This Rank Carries No Undivided Profits, Indebtedness of Officers $140,000.00 or Stockholders. Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in Pomona, Calif., Saturday, No vember 13, 1937, at the ripe old age of 89 years, 5 months and 24 days. At about the age of twenty he migrated to America with his par ents, locating near Harlan, Iowa. On October 7, 1873, he was united in marriage to Katie Sorenson of Harlan, Iowa, and ten years later they moved to Holt county, settling on a farm 20 miles north of O’Neill, Nebraska. Here they remained for 39 years, with the exception of a short time which was spent in California. In 1922 Mr. and Mrs. Hansen moved to Pomona, Calif., where they spent their declining years, celebrating their Olst wedding an niversary in October, 1934. Of this union were born twelve children, five of whom, with the mother preceeded him in death. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Carrie Borg of O’Neill, Mrs. Esther Roberts of Lemon Grove, Calif., and Mrs. Gertie Hoyer of Pomona, Calif; and four sons, David of Sioux Falls, S. D., Joseph of Po mona, Calif., Daniel and George D. of O'Neill. The are 24 grand child ren and 19 great grand children and a host of friends. In early life he accepted Christ as his saviour and was ever active in church work, having organized several Sunday schools. He re mained a devout Christian until called to his reward. Mr. Hansen will be remembered as a faithful husband, a kind loving father, and a true friend and neighbor. “Some day in that bright home above. Around His blessed throne, I’ll sing with Him forever there, In my immortal home. There life with joy is all complete, It’s glories are for me; I’ll sing that new, that new sweet song, Through all eternity." xx. NOTICE I want the public to know that I am the sole owner of the O’Neill Livestock Market. That I have absolutely no check books out and have no buyers on the road buying stock. From now on all stock will be sold strictly on commission basis. I am soliciting your business on horses, hogs, cattle and sheep and will greatly appreciate your con signments. I will do everything in my power to care for your stock until sold, being properly watered, fed and yarded. All livestock owners have the privilege to accept or reject all bids at the time of the sale, and please be present when stock is sold. I want every farmer and rancher to know that I will cooperate with them in every respect. Anyone having stock to sell come in and see me. I have buyers from the east who are inquiring about dif ferent kinds of cattle and horses. There are two packer buyers for fat hogs here each week. Also serum and feeder pig buyers. The auctioneers, yard help and caretakers will put forth every effort in presenting, offering and getting your stock sold for the highest consideration possible. I wish to thank everyone who has contributed in any and all ways towards the support and better ment of the O’Neill Livestock Mar ket. 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