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About The frontier. (O'Neill City, Holt County, Neb.) 1880-1965 | View Entire Issue (Jan. 7, 1954)
54 Ford Boasts Exclusive Features » Compression Ratio Is 7.2 - to - 1 The 1954 Ford passenger cars, which went on display Wednes day at the Lohaus Motor Co., showrooms here and at dealer displays all over the nation, fea ture a host of Ford exclusives in the high volume automobile field: An entirely new 130-hp Y block V-8 engine with overhead valves. • A new 115-hp I-block mileage maker six engine, noted for econ omy. New ball-joint front suspension which Ford engineers call the greatest advance in front suspen sion in 20 years. The Skyliner—an entirely new hardtop model with tinted, trans parent plastic top over the driv ing compartment. A smart new Ford Sunliner convertible with an unusual transparent plastic panel insert ed in the top over the front seat to provide overhead visibility. Four new' power-operated driv ing assists: Power brakes, pow er steering, four-way power seat, ' pow.er-lift windows. Fordomatic transmission. ‘'The two new Ford engines for 1954—the Y-block V-8 and the I-block mileage maker six—were designed expressly to lead their respective fields and have been under development for the past six years,” according to Henry J. Lohaus, manager of the Lo haus firm. 1 "Ford was the first to offer a V-8 engine in the low-price field, and although the major ity of expensive cars joined the V-8 parade, Ford today is still the only car in its price class to have V-8 power. "For 1954 Ford has perfected two new engines that are as far ahead in their fields as the origi nal V-8 was in its day. And they have the benefit of Ford ‘know how’ gained in building more than 16 million V-8 engines dur ing the past 22 years,” Mr. Lo haus said. Mr. Lohaus pointed out that, Ford’s new overhead valve Y- j block V-8 engine, with its deep-, block construction, is of modern, | short-stroke, low-friction, high compression design. It has a com pression ratio of 7.2 to 1 and is smoother, quieter and gives moie i-esponsive power with greatei economy and longer life than last year’s engine. It rates 130 brake horsepower, up 20 horse —----“~l power over the 1953 L-head V-3.! The new I-block 115-hp mile age maker six also is a complete ly modern high compression! low-friction engine. It rates 14 horsepower more than the 1953 Ford six and, like the Y-block V-8, it is an “over-square” engine. According to Mr. L,ohaus, tne new ball-joint suspension makes the 1954 Ford the most comfort able and easiest handling Ford ever built. Exclusive to Ford in the high volume field, the ball joint suspension replaces the old er type king - pin suspension This new system permits up and down movement of the front wheels through the ball-joints. In its 1954 passenger cars. Ford again is cffering three lines — Mainline, Customline and Crestline — with 14 body styles. Mr. Lohaus said that this year, for the first time, Ford is offer ing buyers a choice of either its V-8 or six-cylinder engines in all models—a total of 28 models for 1954. To maintain Ford’s modern style leadership, the 1954 Fpr-ds are coming off the assembly lines in 156 exterior and interior color combinations. Belated Yule Dinner at Beckwith Home— A belated Christmas dinner was held Tuesday evening, Dec ember 29, at the Ralph Beck with home with the following present: Mr. and Mrs. Vem Beck and Robert of Columbus; Mr. I and Mrs. Rex Beckwith, Mr. and Mrs. Dean Beckwith and Gary, Mr. and Mrs. Leon Beckwith and Leona Fern, and Mr. and Mrs. Guy Beckwith, all of Emmet; Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Harley, Sheryl and Stevie of Atkinson; Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Beckwith and Rodney of Page and Mrs. Millie Seger. The evening was spent socially and gifts were ex changed. Returns to Post— Pvt. Donald E. Beckwith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Beckwith, left December 30 to return to Camp Chaffee, Ark., after spend ing Christmas leave here with relatives and friends. Pvt. Ted Lindberg, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Lindberg, went as far as Wichita, Kans., on his return to Ft. Sill, Okla. Family Reunion— A family reunion was held at the Clyde Streeter home on Christmas night with the follow ing present: Mr. and Mrs. Harold Huebert and daughters cf Wich ita, Kans., Mr. and Mrs. Gene Vincent Streeter of Grand Island, Streeter of Lincoln, Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde McKenzie, jr., and Mr. and Mrs. Dean Street er. Kisor Infant Dies in Montana INMAN— Word has been re ceived here of the death of the baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Kisor of Chotoeau, Mont. The baby was only a few days old. Mrs. Kisor was formerly Marlene Geary, daughter of Had cfin Geary and the late Mrs. Geary. Other Inman News Larry Sawyer returned to his teaching duties near Stuart Sun day after spending the holidays visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Sawyer. Miss LuElla Watson returned to her teaching duties in the At kinson public schools Sunday af ter spending the holidays visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Watson. Mr. and Mrs. Merlin Luben and family of Oak spent the weekend visiting in the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Luben and Mrs. May Fraka. Miss Carolyn Watson returned to Lincoln Sunday after spend ing the holidays visiting her par ents, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Watson. Miss Watson is a student at Wes leyan university. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Ferris and family moved their household goods to Oakdale on Sunday. Mr. Ferris is a section foreman for the Chicago & North Western railroad. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Keyes of Valentine viisted in the Clarence Hansen home the last of the week and on Saturday Went to Omaha on business. Mr. and Mrs. Don Taylor and daughter of Dakota City spent new year’s day visiting in the home of Mrs. Taylor’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alva Scholz. Mr. and Mrs. A. N. Butler re turned Sunday from Independ ence, Mo., where they spent two weeks visiting in the homes of Mr. and Mrs Harold Brower and daughters and Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Youngs and family and with other relatives and friends. Joe Bittner of Hillsboro, Ore., came Saturday to spend a few weeks visiting his brother, Paul. M/Sgt. Cecil Keyes left Satur day for his station at Ft. Knox, Ky., after spending a furlough with his brother-in-law and sis ter, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Han sen, and family and also with his parents and other relatives in Valentine. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hartigan and daughter of Hartington vis ited Mr. Hartigan’s mother, Mrs. Marye Hartigan, Sunday morn ing. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Luben and daughters of Wisner spent the weekend visiting in the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Luben and Mrs. May Fraka. Spend Holidays Here— Harlene and Harlan Sawyer, daughter and son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Sawyer, returned to their home in Ainsworth Sunday, after spending their Christmas vacation with Mr. and Mrs Frank Grenier. Entertain Guests— Sunday visitors of Mr. and and Mrs. Dean Jeffrey were Mr. Pauline Anderson of Wausa and Mrs. Chris Jensen of Omaha. i _ Thurs.-Fri.-Sat. Jan. 7-8-9 THE STRANGER WORE A GUN Randolph Scott — trouble was in love with him . . . co-starring Claire Trevor with Joan Weldon, George MacReady, Alfonso Be doya. Adult 50c; children 12c; tax inch Matinee Sat. 2:30. Children un der 12 free when accompanied by parent. Sun.-Mon.-Tues. Jan. 10-11-12 LITTLE BOY LOST BING CROSBY at his dramat ic best. A man, a boy, and a cal ico dog. One of the most heart touching movies ever made. Admission: Adults 5uc; children 12c; tax incL Matinee Sun. 2:30. All children unless in aims must have tickets. Wed.-Tfcurs. Jan. 13-14 Big Double Bill CRY OF THE HUNTED Starring Vitorio Gassman, Bar ry Sullivan, Polly Bergen. — also — Gene Autrey and Champion in ON TOP OF OLD SMOKY With Gail Davis, Grandon Rhodes, Cass County Boys and Smiley Burnette. Family night SI; adult 50c; children 12c; tax incl. Mrs. Wilbur Moon Reelected Leader i STUART — The Women’s so ciety of the Community church met in the church basement on | Thursday, December 31, for a, covered dish luncheon at noon.; Twenty-two members were pres er:. The devotionals and the lesson, “How Do You Wear Your Chris tian Clotning?” was lead by Mi's. Berlin Mitchell. The annual election of officers was held. Mrs. Wilbur Moon was reelected president; Mrs. Berlin | Mitchell was elected vice-presi dent; Mrs. Clifford Meininger, j secretary, and Mrs. Ray Green-1 field was reelected tieasurer. Following the business meet ing, Rev. L. D. Su addressed the group, commending members for what they had accomplished in the past year and exhorting them to greater aims in the coming year. Reverend Su installed the newly-elected officers. Return to 'U'— Bill McElvain returned to Lin coln Sunday after spending the Christmas holidays with his par ents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McEl vain. He attends the University | of Nebraska. 1 The 1954 Ford Crestline forder sedan . . . now on display at Lohaus Motor Co., showrooms. Ainsworth Monument Works Ainsworth. Nebraska Display on Highway 20 Prompt Tankwagon SERVICE Rural & City PHILLIPS “66” PRODUCTS New & Used Tires Greasing & Washing BORG & WORTH Phillips "66“ Station Phone 362 Charter No. 5770 Reserve District No. 10 Report of the condition of the O’NEILL NATIONAL BANK of O'Neill, in the state of Nebraska, at the close of business on DECEMBER 31, 1953 Published in response to call made by Comptroller of the Currency, under Section 5211, U S. Revised Statutes ASSETS Cash, balances with other banks, including reserve balance, and cash items in process of collection ... $1,014,392.48 United States Government obligations, direct and guaranteed ------- — 2,387,201.57 Obligations of States and political subdivisions 99,311.40 Corporate stocks (including $4,500.00 stock of Federal Reserve bank) - ----—. 4,500.00 Loans and discounts (including $407.67 overdrafts) — 468,298.70 Bank premises owned $3,000.00 .— —.— 3,000.00 Other assets __ - -— 926.91 Total Assets ___ $3,977,731.06 LIABILITIES Demand deposits of individuals, partnerships, and corporations - $3,241,905.15 Deposits of United States Government (including postal savings) 97,040.28 Deposits of States and political subdivisions . 139,905.90 Deposits of banks 243.213.39 Total Deposits -.- $3,722,064.72 Total Liabilities —.— $3,722,064.72 CAPITAL ACCOUNTS Capital Stock: Comon stock, total par $50,000.00 $ 50,000.00 Surplus 100.000.00 Undivided profits -— - --- 105,666.34 Total Capital Accounts _ $ 255,666.34 Total Liabilities and Capital Accounts $3,977,731.06 MEMORANDA Assets pledged or assigned to secure liabilities and for other purposes -- —- $ 440.000.00 State of Nebraska, County of Holt, ss: I, J. B. Grady, cashier of the above-named bank, do solemnly swear that the above statement is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. J. B. GRADY. Cashier Correct _ Attest: E. F. Quinn, F. N. Cronin. Julius D. Cronin, Directors. Sworn to and subscribed before me this 4th day of January, 1954, and I hereby certify that I am not an officer or director of this bank. ALICE E. BRIDGES, Notary' Public My commission expires July 25, 1956 Member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (This bank carries no indebtedness of officers or stockholders) y Helpers in Lynch Store Are Feted LYNCH — Mrs. Floyd France was hostess to 18 people at a spe cial turkey dinner new year’s eve at 6 o’clock, served by Mrs. Spelts at the Spelts cafe. The honor guests were those who had assisted in the France Grocery in 1953. After dinner a social evening was enjoyed and a suggestion was made that this occasion be made an annual af fair. Other Lynch News Mr. and Mrs. Lorelle Alford of Omaha visited at the W. T. Al ford home for the Christmas holidays. Mr. and Mrs. Patsy Mulhair entertained at a new year’s din ner Friday. Those present weie Mr. and Mrs. Albert Streit and daughters of Portland, Ore., Mr. and Mrs. William Foster and cuildren of Garden City, Kans., Mr. and Mrs. Edward Zach and babv of Osmond, Mr. and Mrs. Julius Waechter of Verdigre, Mr. and Mrs. William Waechter and Karl of Verdel, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Waechter of Stuart and children called in the afternoon Mrs. Mary Zach and Wayne. Mr. and Mrs. William Mulhair and Mr. and Mrs. William Foster and children returned to their home in Garden City, Kans., on Sunday, January 3, after spend u'g the holidays with Mrs. Fos ter’s mother, Mrs. Mary Zach, has had with her four children and brother, Wayne. This was the first reunion Mrs. Mary Zach in seven years. Mrs. Albert Streit and her family of Portland, Ore., ad Edward Zach and his family of Osmond also visited here dur ing the holiday season. New year’s dinner guests at I Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Alford and j the Kenneth McMeen home ,were ' Beverly and Douglas and Billy Alford and lady friend of Omaha. They all went sightseeing at Pickstown, S.D., in the afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Bjornsen and family of Sioux City spent Wednesday, December 30, at the Vince Jehorek home. They left for Spencer that evening to visit Mrs. Bjornsen’s parents before returning to their home on Thurs day. Mr. and Mrs. Lyle King cf Omaha were recent visitors at the Frederick King home. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Novak and daughter of Omaha spent Christmas vacation at the Louis Novak home. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kraemer and family spent the Christmas holidays in Rochester, Minn., visiting relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Streit and daughters returned to their home in Portland, Ore., on Wednesday, January 6, after visiting relatives here during the hoildays. The entire Streit family enjoyed the family gathering — it being the first time all were together in eight years. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vonasek and daughters of Verdigre visit ed at the C. L. Haselhorst home on new year’s. i—j■ The Lynch schools opened on Monday, January 4, after the holidays. A music teacher, Miss Esther Natties of Kansas City, Kans., will begin teaching music at the beginning of the second semester. Mrs. Leo Jurgenson has resign ed from her work at the Rosicky store and is moving out to a farm east of Monowi. Pvt. Faye Courtney left Mon day for Texas after several days’ furlough spent here with rela tives. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Nemec of Spencer and Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Kube and children were new year’s day visitors at the Vince Jehorek home. From Creighton— New year’s day guests of Mr. and Mrs. Dean Jeffery were Mr. and Mrs. Everett Gardner of Creighton. Money to Loan AUTOMOBILES TRUCKS TRACTORS EQUIPMENT FURNITURE — on — Central Finance Corp. C. E. 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Y^ block YT© OVERHEAD VALVES DOUBLE-DECK INTAKE MANIFOLD HIGH- | TURBULENCE COMBUSTION ! CHAMBERS SHORT-STROKE, LOW-FRICTION DEEP-CAST DESIGN y BLOCK The new 115’h.p. n-Mock ©oxi OVERHEAD VALVES HIGH TURBULENCE COMBUSTION CHAMBERS 4-PORT INTAKE MANIFOLD SHORT STROKE, DEEP-CAST LOW-FRICTION ~|~ BLOCK DESIGN -___ New Boll-Joint Front Suspension This revolutionary new suspen | sion is exclusive to Ford in its field. It allows greater up and down wheel travel for a i smoother ride. And it helps keep wheels in true alignment f for consistently easy handling. Movement of wheels is on ball joints, whether in up and down motion or in steering motion-right or left. The greatest engine advances since the original FORD V-8 Both new 1954 Ford engines . . . the Y-block V-8 and the I-block Six . . . have overhead valves for most effi cient high-compression operation on today’s fuels. Valves are free-breathing to give you the most CO . . . free turning to seat tightly and maintain high compression. Both engines have a deep-cast block with skirt that extends well below the crankshaft for greater strength and rigidity . . . smoother, quieter performance and extra-long engine life. Their modern short-stroke, low friction design cuts friction losses . . . gives you more usable horsepower, more miles per gallon of gasoline. New high-turbulence combustion chambers assure a more thorough mixing of fuel and air for faster, more efficient combustion. Plan to Test Drive a ’54 Ford. You’ll find these new Ford power plants are the greatest engine advances since the original Ford V-8. JWI. Master-Guide Power Steering K does up to 75% of your steer ing work for you, makes park ing a pleasure, leaves you with the normal feel of steering on the straightaways. Plus five optional power assists* you might find only in America’s costliest cars Swift Sure Power Brakes Power does up to one-third of the work of stopping for you! You are less fatigued, more relaxed, in the stop and go driving of congested traffic. Power-Lift Windows Windows open or close at the touch of a button under each window or on left front door. Driver may operate any of the four Power-Lift Windows. 4-Way Power Seat Push one of two controls and the front seat goes up or down . . push the other and it goes front or back. It's a real con venience and comfort feature. Fordomatic Drive You get the smoothness of a fluid torque converter plus the instant “go'' of an automatic intermediate gear. Ford also offers gas-saving Overdrive. *54 FORD More than ever... THE STANDARD for THE AMERICAN ROAD *At extra cost. F.C-A. Make *c&y your day fcr a Tesf Drive LOHAUS MOTOR CO. Phone 16 ~,KT M1 __ _ ; _ O Neill, Nebr. i • •