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About The frontier. (O'Neill City, Holt County, Neb.) 1880-1965 | View Entire Issue (Jan. 13, 1955)
Encounter Heavy Snow; Turn Back from Funeral Trip AMELIA— Mr. and Mrs. Wil liam Fryrear went to Kansas Wednesday, January 5, to attend the funeral of a relative. They were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Carl Smith of Atkinson. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Fix, who were also relatives, started to the funeral last Thursday morning, but encountered a heavy snow storm at Elm Creek so returned home. Other Amelia News Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Fix visited at the Elmer Fix home Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Art Kaiser and family have been enjoying a visit from her brother, Tom Mueret, and family. The Mueret family, who have been living in Montana, are returning to Nebraska to make their home. Mrs. Lew Backaus was in Creighton last week for treatment. Enroute home she visited the French families and other friends at Page. Mr. and Mrs. Wade Davis and family visited their brother-in law, Ralph Stowell, in the O’Neill hospital Sunday evening. Mr. Stowell had suffered a stroke on Saturday evening and is “serious ly ill.” Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fox and family, who live north of O’Neill, v/ere supper guests Saturday eve ning at the Frank Backaus home. Tom Doolittle, sr., has been visiting relatives near Lincoln the pist week Mrs. Julia White went to York Friday to be near her aged broth er, who is ill in a hospital at York. Mr. md Mrs. Hank Whitcomb, who purchased the Amelia Meth odist parsonage last fall and mov ed it to their farm, have recently moved into the house after having it newly-decorated and two addi tional rooms added. Mr. ana Mrs. uiyae wiaman and Marcia, Mr. and Mrs. Vem Sageser and Mr. and Mrs. Link Sageser were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eamie Johnston. Mrs. B. W. Waldo accompan ied their daughter-in-law, Mrs. Harold Waldo, to Omaha Friday, returning home Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Doolittle and boys called at the Bob Rees home Sunday afternoon. The Free Methodist church held a quarterly conference last week end. There were three services on Sunday, with a basket dinner in the basement of the church at noon. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Schade and Mrs. Edith Andersen visited the Lindseys Sunday. Reimers Return from West Coast DELOIT—Mr. and Mrs. Henry Peimer and Elayne of Deloit left Friday, December 10, on a trip to California, returning to their home Sunday, December 26. In Denver, Colo., they visited Mr. and Mrs. Scott Clow and Mr. and Mrs. James Conway. Mrs Conway is the former Sally Chris ton. In Sacramento, Calif., they were guests at the Charles Just home and at Visalia they visited the former Zelma Frye, now Mrs. Duke Lipscomb, and her husband. In Los Angeles and Pasadena they were guests of Gladys Hop kins and Beulah Napier. Other stops were at the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Curt Smith at El Monte t,Mr. and Mrs. Otto Retke of In man were in El Monte, also); Car rie and Violet Johnson at Pamona and Alma, Flossie and Graydon Browning, formerly of Ewing, at Redlands. On the return trip which was through the southwest they visit ed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D Hutton at Tucumcari, N.M. The Reimers report the weather for the trip was superb and that the thermometer registered SI tne day in Los Angeles. LYNCH— The Wesleyan Mis sionary society held a monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. Thomas Schrunk Tuesday. The members took charge of the pro gram. Mrs. Bomer Named Forum President EWING—The Forum group of the United Presbyterian church met last Thursday evening at the annex. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Johnston were the hosts. The topic for discussion was ‘Understanding Yourself’ and it was conducted by Rev. W. J. Bomer, pastor. At the business session, at which Mrs. Bomer presided, an election of officers was held. Mrs. Bomer, vice-presdent for 1954 who acted as president be cause of the vacancy created when Verle Gunter moved to Ne ligh, was elected president; Mrs. Leo Miller, secretary and treas urer. Mrs. Lynn Fry is the retiring secretary-treasurer. It was voted to hold the meet ing on Friday evening instead of Thursday as has been done dur ing the past. During the year 1955, the Forum group will enclose the back porch at the parsonage as one of the projects. On adjournment, barbecued hamburgers, pie and coffee were served by Mr. and Mrs. Johnston. Exchange Student Rural Youth Guest— Miss Dorthy Blasser of Colum bus, who was an international farm youth exchange student of 1954 to Germany, will be an honored guest of the O’Neill Rural Youth group on Friday, January 14, at the regular meeting. The session will be held in the assem bly room of the courthouse, start ing at 8 p.m., with Miss Blasser telling the group of rural life in Germany. Introducing the guest will be Charles Marten of Lincoln, assist ant Rural Youth leader. Those who are interested are urged to attend, according to a spokesman for the group. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN (O’Neill) 1 Rev. J. Olen Kennell, pastor Thursday, January 13: Dinner served by the Men’s council, 7 p.m.; annual meeting of the con gregation. Sunday, January 16: Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m. Monday, January 17: Spiritual life group meeting, 2 pun. Wednesday, January 19: West minster youth fellowship, 6:30 p.m.; choir practice, 8 p.m. Thursday, January 20: Circle I meets at the home of Mrs. Harold Young, 2 p.m.; Circle II meets at the home of Mrs. John Osenbaugh at 2 p.m.; Circle III meets, 7:45 p.m. BETHANY PRESBYTERIAN (RFD, Ewing) Rev. J. Olen Kennell, pastor Sunday, January 16: Worship service, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday-school, 10:30 a.m.; fellowship and Bible study, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 19: Wom en’s association meets at the church, 2 p.m. EMMET NEWS Bill Serck was a guest at a movie and card party Sunday evening at the Henry Vequist home. He won the men’s high pitch prize. Mrs. William Griffin of O’Neill visited Mrs. Jim O’Connor last Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Bessie Burge, June, Clay ton and Harold were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Burge of In man on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kloppen borg were supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Kloppenborg and Patricia Sunday. Mrs. G. Owen Cole and Mrs. Robert Cole attended a breakfast in O’Neill Sunday morning given by Mrs. William Bowker. Miss Barabra Fox spent Wed nesday, January 5, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Fox. MARRIAGE LICENSE James F. Sicheneder, 23, of At kinson and La Vern Kay Wonder check, 19, of Atkinson, January 10. The Frontier for printing. White Elephant Sale Planned— The Elkhorn Extension club met Tuesday evening with Mrs. Ma mie Cortes. Mrs. Preston Jones was installed as the 1955 presi dent. A white elephant sale was held and the proceeds are to be donated tr- the polio fund drive The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. M. A. Schel kopf. Merri-Myx Meets— Mrs. Paul Shierk entertained members of the Merri-Myx club at a dessert-luncheon at her home Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. H. G. Kruse had the high bridge score. Guests were Mesdames Arlo Hiatt and Richard Nelson. Show Money Goes into Rest Room Fund The American Legion auxiliary, Simonson emit 93, has set aside proceeds from the Ralph Thomas show for a public restroom fund. The unit was obliged to pay gov ernment taxes on the show ad missions. Balance in the bank is now $622.76. A discussion was held on loan ing banquet tables. Care must be exercised by borrowers or the practice will have to stop. Mrs. Noma Hall of Stuart wrote a letter asking the auxiliary to sponsor the march of dimes drive. But the request was rejected. A thank-you card was read from Lloyd Cork, who was pre sented a Christmas bonus, also from Mrs. W. H. Harty, and one from the junior class of Atkinson, thanking the auxiliary for mak ing county government day possi ble. A Christmas card was re ceived from Mrs. W. J. McDon ough of Lincoln. Mrs. Anita Ellston read a let ter from Mrs. Boblet. One im portant thing that was read con cerned no Americanism essay contest to be held this year. Mrs. H. M. Brown sent a letter on Americanism. As there is no chairman, Mrs. Edith Clark vol unteered. icpuu, iium v^iinu. vvciiditr | Chairman Marie Siefken was read concerning the number oi baskets given to the needy fami lies at Chirstmas time. There were 13 families aided. The bill was $49.83. Discussion was held on how many poppies are to be ordered this year, and also how many flag codes. It was agreed to buy 2.500 poppies. Mrs. Ellston announced that the carpet rag contest is on and she will give a compact to the win ner. Those on the lunch committee next month are Bernadine Grutsch, Winnie Barger, Mrs. J. P. Protivinsky, Edith Davidson and Viola Ruzicka. j Marie Bright won the door prize. Viola Ruzicka reported that she has 152 members of her quota, which is 242. The little red schoolhouse fund | amounted to $1.41. Series of Polio Benefits Scheduled EWING—Mrs. Pat Knapp is the chairman of the polio drive in the Ewing community. She reports the following activities as scheduled for polio benefits: On Monday night, January 17, at the school gymnasium, begin ning at 8 o'clock, a basketball game. Shorty Hahlbeck’s Midgets will tackle Bob Eppenbach’s Gi ants. There will be a boxing bout at half time. Joe John Thoendel, a Golden Gloves entrant, will be one of the participants. On Thursday evening, January 20, the Eldorado theater will sponsor a benefit picture. “Knights of the Round Table,” in cinemascope, featuring Robert Taylor and Ava Gardner. On Thursday, January 27, the Christian Mothers of St. Peter’s Catholic church will sponsor a card party at the school auditori um. Everyone is invited. Mrs. Wilma Daniels will can vass the business district. Any group or organization wishing to assist in any way with the polio drive is requested to contact Mrs. Pat Knapp. j Perfect Attendance Winners Announced EWING— For perfect attend ance at the Sunday-school of the Methodist church for the quarter ending December 26, the follow report was given by Mrs. J. L. Pruden, secretary, on Sunday, January 9: In the primary department: Randall Tuttle, Douglas and Nan cy Loughrey, Jimmie Elliot and Karen Woeppel. Ronald Tuttle, Robert Woeppel, Jim Tams and Larry Tuttle in Mrs. Florence Butler’s class. Patty Elliot and Karen Tuttle in the class taught by Mrs. De witt Hoke. In the Live Wire teenage class taught by Mrs. Harold Harris were Bonnie Joe Jefferies, Patri cia Wright, Janell Hoke, Barbara Snyder, Lila Woeppel and Mary etta Peterson. In the adult Bible class taught bj Miss Anna Van Zandt were Mrs. Jessie Angus and ’Albert Larsen. Bcwen Leaves— A. E. Bowen drove his son, Pvt. John Bowen, to Hastings Sunday where Private Bowen visited with his brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bowen. Monday he visited relatives in Denver, Colo., before leaving that night for Ft. Bliss, El Paso, Tex. Mr. and Mrs. Elmo McKamv of Norfolk visited Monday evening with her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Muff. Miss Barbara Muff returned Sunday to her home in Washing- | ton, D.C.. after spending the holi days visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Muff. Q * + d »» - STARTS THURSDAY, JANUARY 13TH Petersen's Clothing We must clear our stock to make room for smart new spring and summer merchandise arriving daily! Prices have been sharply reduced to clear WOMEN’S SHOES, MEN’S WEAR and MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS! __ . "" —. ■ i ■■■■■. ........ BRIGHTS’ RED & WHITE STORE We Buy Eggs POP CORN _ 2 lbs. 29c PORK LIVER _2 lbs. 29c BRIMFULL— PEAS — No. 303 Cans_2 for 35c NORTHERN— TOILET TISSUE_3 rolls 25c WILSON’S PURE— LARD_2 lbs. 35c OYSTERS _ Pt. 69c SODA CRACKERS_2 lbs. 49c SOAP POWDER SUPER SUDS, RINSO, LUX Per Pkg. _23c I DUNCAN HINES— 1 CAKE MIX_3 pkgs. 1.00 PORK & BEANS—No. 2 Cans _ 2 for 31c I GOLD CAKE— 1 PANCAKE FLOUR_ lO lbs. 95c "FRESH FRUITS & VEGETABLES Lettuce, Bananas, Celery, Oranges i Grapefruit | Men’s Winter CAPS Lots of winter ahead, you’ll find just what you want. All sizes. Real values! Were 1.95 Were 2.50 NOW-SI NOW_1.05 Big Selection, All Sizes, Men’s— WOOLEN SWEATERS Reduced ONETHiBB Special Rack, Wide Assortment— Were 1-.50 & $2 WEN’S NECKWEAR - Now-$1 50« Clooe-Out ... 4 SPOiT COATS I 1 o Nationally-Advertised— MEN’S DRESS CLOVES Reduced ONE-THIRD Nationally-Advertised— Boxer and Snap MEN’S UNDERWEAR - per at_75c Reduced . ONETHIRD . . . and more! These are nationally-advertised garments, fin est tailoring, smart year-around styles and col ors. We must clear the racks for scores of new garments arriving! BE HERE EARLY — NO APPROVALS, PLEASE ^————mtmmmmmmmmmmmmmmrnmm Men’s Jackets Large selection, full range of sizes. These are lined and underlined, made by the nation’s best-known makers. You’ll find all styles in this group. Sizes 36-46. Reduced ONE-THIRD and More! r. >9 #/ I Cafe'" AND nP.pLp KRESS uLALnb Trousers Hey, men and young men! This is not “sale merchandise” but taken from our regular stock. Wide range of sizes, oat terns. NO ALTERATIONS. Reduced $2.00 Per Pair ... WOMEN'S DRESS SHOES... OUT THEY GO! Famous makes Selling in Two large Groops of dress shoes for HER! * ... GROUP ONE .. . Natural Poise M M Mjt f # JT Medium and High Heels vJ£ii; bitW * • w- ™ ... __ H Wedgies and Loafers The COMPLETE CLEARANCE on these Shoes Will Feature Prices as Follows* Nnw WERE ^ QC M WERE *5 ^ WERE 8 95 WERE 9.95 Now-2.95 Now-3.95 Now-4.95 Now..... g oc TOPCOATS tk ^ Look at These Give-Aways on Men’s Shirts! Long Sleeve— HEN’S SPORT SHIRTS - Reduced ONE THIRD I Gabardines — Cottons — Wools — Plaids * Special Table, Nationally-Advertised— HEN’S DRESS SHIRTS - were 3.95 .How 2.65 A Large Group— MEN’S WESTERN SHIRTS- _ Reduced ONE THIRD Famous Brands (you know they’re the best); all sizes. Hurry for these! Merchandise Has Been Specially Arranged for Easy Selection PETERSEN'S CLOTHING <:• PLEASE: NO RETURNS — ALL SALES FINAL! t*, Wools, Tweeds, Checks, Coverts Sizes 36 to 48 Were 39.50 and 42.50 Now 27.50