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o Uehraska State Histori cal Society mn 10. XLH PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA, THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 1926. NO. 40 Bck Family Holds Reunion Here Sunday large Number of the Descendants of the Late John Bock and Wife at Gathering. From Monday's Dally Yesterday the home of Mr. and Mrs. William, Hunter In this city was the scene of a very delightful gathering of the members of the de scendents of John Bock and Helen Ruschmann Bock, who were for many years among the best known and leading residents of Plattsmouth and Ticinity and whose family have play ed a prominent part in the commun ity life here. Mr. and Mrs. Bock came to Platts mouth in the year 1872 and were numbered among the progressive residents of this community for the years of their life until they were called to the last long rest at the conclusion of a long and useful life. The Hunter home was the scene of a very attractive gathering of the members of the family and the handsome home of Mr. and Mrs. Hunter afforded a most charming spot for the family gathering. The chief event of the reunion was the dinner served at the noon hour in picnic style and which was one of the events that delighted every one in the fine array of dainties that the ladies of the party had provided for the happy family gathering and which was a feast such as only Cass county homes can produce. Several of the members of the family were unable to be in attend ance at the reunion but sent mes sage of greeting and remembrance to their relatives who were meeting at Plattsmouth in the reunion. Those who sent messages were the follow ing: J. F. Bock and family, New castle, Wyoming; A. L. Peters and family. Sheridan, Wyoming; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Draper, Burwell, Ne braska; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Peters, Sargeant, Nebraska; A. C Phllpot, Overton, Nebraska. , The members of the family circle who were present at the reunion were: Mesaers and Mesdames Ed Wulf and family, Otoe, Henry Wulf, Avoca; William Wulf, Avoca. Line Peters, Weeping Water; William Peters. Weeping Water; George Han son, Nehawka; John Hanson, Ne hawka; Clarence Hanson, Nehawka; F. A. Hanson, Nehawka; George Pol lard, Avoca; Ed Gansemer. Nehawka; Fred L. Hild, Mynard; William Hun ter. Plattsmouth; William Philpot, Omaha; Karl Breen, Callaway, Ne braska.. It was decided to hold the next reunion in 1927 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Hild near Mynard where the members of the family will enjoy the hospitality of this esimable family. The reunion was one of the family gatherings that will long be very pleasantly remembered as a part of the family history and the gracious hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Hunter made the event one of the rarest pleasure to all of the members of the family. LITTLE CHILD CHRISTENED From Tit'i Daily Last evening the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Conis was the scene of the ceremony of christening of their little daughter, Catherine, who was formally baptised and christened in the Greek Orthodox church, of which both Mr. and Mrs. Conis are members. The sacrament was administered by the Rev. Father George Poppa granopal, rector of the St. John's Greek Catholic church of Omaha, the impressive service of the church be ing used in the conferring of the name on the little daughter. The godparents of the little daugh ter were Mr. and Mrs. Tom Athens of St. Joseph, Missouri, who par ticipated in the celebration of the rites of the christening. Following the ceremony the guests of the occasion were served the ceremonial cakes of the Greek church and which closed the ceremonies of the christening. The members of the party were served a very fine luncheon at the close of' the evening and which was very delightfully prepared and served by Mrs. Conis and a number of the ladles present. In honor of the occasion the little one received a number of gifts from the friends and relatives. Those who were In attendance from out of the city were, Mr. and Mrs. George Stovous, Nebraska City, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Athens and Mrs. Sam, Pappas of St. Joseph, Missouri, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Challos, St. Joseph, Missouri, Christ Pappan, Council Bluffs, Iowa and Sam Conis, Fairbury, Nebraska. This is the first celebration of the Greek church ceremonies in this city and the beautiful and impressive service was one very fitting for the occasion. Business stationery, programs and all kinds of job printing at the Jour nal office. ENJOY VISIT HERE From Monday's Daily J. E. Sanderson, at one time the chief clerk here at the Burlington storehouse and who has since been located at . Alliance where he ha3 been engaged in the work of the railroad company, came in Saturday in company vith Mrs. Sanderson and heir little daughter for a brief v?tit with the friends here. Mr. Sander son i being transferred to St. Joseph, Missouri, for his work with the rail road company and the many friends are very much pleased to learn that jtne family will again be back near ' the old home where their friends can enjoy more often the pleasures of a social visit. Pleasant Birth day Party at Cedar Creek J. I pfflOf I lAp'.witn the crowd. This will provide Mrs. Mary Wolff Enjoys the Occasion With the Members of Her Family Sunday. From Monday's Dally Yesterday a very delightful home gathering was held at the pleasant and attractive lakes at Cedar Creek when the children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of Mrs. Mary Wolff, old and well beloved resident wonderful creatures from Samson's of Cass county, gathered to spend the den there will be a bevy of Bathing day with this estimable lady and to Beauties, Black Faces. Mutt and Jeff, properly assist her in the observance Andy Gump, Eppie Hogg, two bands, of her seventiesth anniversary. (two drum corps, one Drunk and Jiun- The family was represented by some! gie Corpse, one German band, three fifty of the members of the circle of elephants, one camel and other fea close relationship and the event was tures too numerous to record. This one that will be a most delightful parade is sure going to be a knock- memory to all of the members of the out. By all means, don't miss it. family through the years that may Bring the children they will enjoy come and to the guest of honor the it especially. Equal to three circus occasion was one that was most parades in one. Remember, at 10:30 thoroughly enjoyed as it brought to- o'clock sharp. gether the members of the family for! Besides the usual program of street one of the old time gatheringa 'sports throughout the day. there will A big picnic dinner and hours of 'be a horseshoe pitching contest open visiting with each other made the to all entrants. This feature is in hours pass very rapidly for all of the the hands of John Iverson and George party and it was with regret that the members of the party saw the home going hours draw near. ".., The children of Mrs. Wolff are Mrs. George R. Sayles, John F. Wolff and (Mrs. Simon Clark of Plattsmouth, ts. A. O. Ault and Mrs. William Schneider of Cedar Creek and Mrs. ferrls wheel, a giant guaer ana a Gilbert Hopple of Utica, all of these baby seaplane, all popular riding de being in attendance except Mrs. Hop-, vices not usually found at a Fourth pie who was unable to attend. With! of July celebration. The carnival at these there were also the grandchil- j tractions will be open throughout dren and eight grea-grandchildren tOjthe afternoon and evening. Join in the very pleasant event. The water fight that made such a Mrs. Wolff has for long years made 'bit at last year's celebration will be her home in Cass county and resided a big drawing card again this year, in and near Cedar Creek and her with picked teams from the Platts friends are legion all over the county mouth and Nebraska City fire depart and who Join in extending their con- ments contesting for supremacy. This gratulations to her on this very pleas-I will take place in the early after- ant occasion and with the wish that;noon she may enjoy many more as equally pleasant events in the future. DEATH OF BABE From Monday's Dally A little son, who was christened J. Wendell Forbes was born to Mr. jf vou were in Plattsmouth last and Mrs. Harry Forbes on Saturday (year, you remember the gorgeous dis afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Wiseinlav of fireworks on the river front. Memorial hospital in Omaha, but the little life came as a blessing to the parents but a few short hours, being called back to the bosom of the Di vine Father yesterday morning at 1 o'clock, the little life peacefully sink ing into the last long sleep. The body of the little one was brought here yesterday afternoon and laid to rest in the family lot in Oak Hill cemetery, the Episcopal burial services being conducted by Rev. Father Smith of Omaha, who spoke words of comfort to the sorrow ing relatives in the tender words of the Master who had called the little one back to his side ere the little life had been bruised with the con tact with the world. The parents have the deepest sym pathy of the many friends in this community where they formally made their home for a number of years. Mrs. Forbes was formerly Miss Florence Kalasek of this city and Mr. Forbes Is a son of Mrs. C. S. Forbes of this city. The latest reports from the hos pital state that the mother is do ing very nicely altho suffering the deep sorrow that the death of the little one has brought. WITHDRAWS FROM RACE From Monday's Daily There will be one less candidate to face the voters at the forthcoming primary on August 10th, for the office of county treasurer, in William P. Kraeger of this city, who had filed early In the year as a candidate for the republican nomination for the office of treasurer. As the day of the battle drew near Mr. Kraeger decided that he could not give the time from hia business that would be necessary Jin making the race for the nomlna- Hon n nian in ihe c-eneral election that would follow. The withdrawal have the neat and classy cars that I of Mr. Kraeger leaves John Turner will afford them a great deal of pleas ;of Elmwood as the sole contender for ure in the future summer months as the republican nomination for the they drive over the country in peace ' treasurership unless there should be some politically ambitious young man spring up for this place. Lay Big Plans for Celebration Here July 5th Only Town Within Radius of Many Miles that Will Observe Sesqni Centennial Anniversary. From Tuesday's Daily Plattsmouth is going to make the old eagle scream this year as never before in honor of the Sesqui-Cen-tennial anniversary of American In dependence. The general committee met last night and completed plans for further enlarging on the scope of activity as previously outlined, in cluding the securing of the Weeping Water band for theday. The Weep ing Water boys were here two years 'ago and their playing made a big hit iwo Danus ana give tne peopie con tinuous musical entertainment thru- out me aay ana evening. The big parade at 10:30 in the morning will set things going with a bang. You have probably seen pa rades in your life time but nothing like this will be In other words, it's eoine to be a humdineer. This parade win comprise not only floats from the business houses, but numbers representative of every interest in plattsmouth also floats from other eitiea. There will be strantre and Sayles. The Noble . C. - Fairly Shows and Riding Devices will be here for an entire week, beginning the day of the celebration. Besides their shows, which are clean and above tne aver age; they carry a merry-go-rouna, a Another of the afternoon attrac tions will be the baseball game be tween Plattsmouth and Bellevue. As this is a regularly scheduled game in the Cass-Sarpy league, a small ad mission of 35 cents for men, with la dies free will be charged. Game called at 3 d m More money has been expended this (year for fireworks than ever before, land the American Legion committee in charge of firing this display, is going to make it eclipse all former efforts, so it is safe to say you will see no grander fireworks display any where in the middle west than right here In Plattsmouth on the evening of July 5th. Following the fireworks display there will be a free dance at the K. S. park pavilion, continuing to the wee small hours. Forget your troubles come to Plattsmouth for the big celebration come early, stay late make a day of it bring the wife and kiddies you'll enjoy every minute of it. RECOVERING FROM ACCIDENT From Monday's Dally The many friends here of Dr. and Mrs. W. B. Elster of Omaha, will be very much interested In learning that their son, Richard, who was injured several weeks ago In an auto accident in Omaha, is now able to be back on. his duties again altho his accident was a very severe one and kept the young man in the hospital for a period of several weeks. The young man is steadily improving and it is thought will have no bad effects from the severe ordeal that he has Just passed through. PURCHASE NEW BUICK From Tuesday's Dally John B. Livingston, the local rep resentative of the Buick automobile company has in the last few days dis posed of two of the popular 1926 coupe model Buicks that have been in such brisk demand on the market The cars sold were to John Satler, Jr.. i and P. T. Becker, both of whom will and comrort. j Lose anything? Advertise for it! TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL From Monday's Daily I Yesterday Charles F. Hitt, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Hitt of thia city, was taken to '.Omaha where he was placed in the hospital to receive ' treatment for some time. The young man has been suffering from inflama- I tory rheumatism for some time and the malady has threatened to grow into a severe danger, to his heart and for this reason the attending phy sicians have thought best to have him placed in the hospital where the case can be kept under constant supervi sion and care and all possible done to relieve the patient of the danger that has complicated his case. W.CT.UHas Memorial for De parted Members i i Some Tiftv Ladle Have Answered Last Call Since the Organization of the Union Here. From Tuesday's Dally Yesterday afternoon the members of the W. C. T. U. met at the at tractive home of Mrs.; William Baird, who was assisted in entertaining for the day by Mrs. Frank Emory Pfoutz and the event was one that was quite largely attended by the ladies. The day was set apart as a mem orial service for the departed mem bers of the Plattsmouth chapter of the W. C. T. U. and the list of the departed members reached some fifty, since the organization of the chapter here some fifty years ago, the earlier members representing the steadfast and strong workers in the prohibi tion cause who had gone on before the success of the movement of which they were the originators and carried on the fight for many years against the greatest odds. Mrs. Charles Troop gave a short address of tribute to the departed members of the order and a list of those who had' in the past worn the white ribbon and had been called to the last reward. The last member of the Union to pass away was Mrs. Jennie.Dodse-TViVa very active member' of the order.-. - . Adding to the beauty of the mem orial service was the vocal numbers, given by Mrs. Robert B. Hayes, who selected as the offerings, "A Perfect Day" and "Face to Face," each of these being given with the greatest beauty. The ladies decided that they would operate a rest room on Monday, July 5th for the accomodation of the ladies visiting the city for the Fourth of July celebration. At the close of the afternoon dainty refreshments were served that added very much to the enjoyment of all of the members of the party and was a fitting close of the after noon of real enjoyment and profit. DRIVERS GET ARRESTED From Monday's Dally Last evening Officers Libershal and Jackson had a very exciting ex perience with two men from the wilds of the state of Iowa, who came here from the great metropolis of Nebraska at Omaha, and who were decidedly under the effects of the beverages that are sometimes to be found, in the gTeat city to the north. The police had their attention fir3t attracted to the men by the fact that they were not seemingly unable to safely guide their motor car and had several narrow escapes from acci dents before the police were able to overhaul them and place the two under shelter for the remainder of the evening while their case receiv ed the consideration of the great court over which his honor, William Weber presides. The two had driven up Main street from the vicinity of Fifth street and their driving was one of such a na ture that it attracted the attention of the police and caused them to make an investigation. The Iowa car was pursued and near the residence of Adolph Geise on South Fifth street the Iowa wagon was forced to cease operation as the drivers could not keep up the pace neces sary to get away from the represent atives of the law and peacefully the two men ran up the white flag of surrender. It was found by the police that the men themselves not only had copious amounts of the intoxicating beverages within them but that also had a small amount in a bottle that they were carrying. The men when arrested gave the names of P. Bear and W. T. Blenken ship, both claiming to be from the city of Council Bluffs, Iowa,' altho the number of the car was registered at Glenwood. This morning the sad story was whispered to Judge William Weber in the police court and as the re - suit a fine of $100 for possession was assessed against Blakenship and Bear drew a prize of $10 and costs for being intoxicated. The Dennison line solves the prob- t . -j v.i. e i j lem of nud-snmer hostesses. Sold ex- clusively in this territory at the Bates Book and Gift Shop. . Fourteenth Annual Reunion of Cook Family Event Held on Sunday at the Home of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Wheeler South of This City. From Tuesday's Dally On Sunday the fourteenth annual reunion of the members of the Cook family was held at "Oukwood," the beautiful country home of Mr. and Mrs. William D. Wheeler, south or Plattsmouth, the occasion drawing a very large number of the relatives to this attractive spot for the meeting' of the relatives from far and near. j The members ot The ramuy oegan to arrive in autos about 10:30 and from that time until the noon hour the highway was filled with the car3 bringing the members of the family to the annual meeting. At the noon hour there were 161 of the relatives registered. Of the children of the founders of the family here in Cass county, there were five of them missing from the reunion this year, Mrs. Bina Kitzel, of Alvo, J. D. Cook, of Ord and Philip Cook of Hoskins, were unable to at tend the pleasant occasion while, George Cook and Mrs. Susie Hartman have passed on to their final reward some years ago. The Cook family now has on its list several hundred relatives that are scattered in many parts of the nation in late years but a large number of whom remain in this vicinity where the reunions are held each year. At 2:30 Sunday afternoon after the fine dinner had been enjoyed by all of the members of the .family circle, the meeting was called" to order by the chairman, Mrs. Mae Dreamer and the entire audience joined in the singing of "America" at the conclu sion of which the Lord's prayer was given as fittingly opening the services of the day. The business session was then held and at which a number of messages were read from the relatives at dis tant points who were unable to at tent but who sent their most heart felt greetings to the occasion. A very fine program was presented by the youngsters of the party that added very much to the pleasantness of the occasion and gave a realization of the talent that is possessed by the younger members of this prominent family of Nebraska. A ukalele solo, "Show Me the Way to Go Home," was offered by three-year-old Bobby Willis, while Gertrude Vallery presented the popular num ber, "The Prisoner's Song." A vocal duet by Gertrude Vallery and Alice Wiles, "Let Me Call You Sweetheart," was another of the very delightful features of the occasion. Readings! were given by Elmer Cole, Mary Cook j and Willis Cole that reflected the greatest credit upon the members of the party who were in attendance at the event. As a special feature of the program the brothers and sisters of the original Cook family, John Cook, W. A. Cook, C. E. Cook, J. H. Cook, Mrs. T. W.I Vallery, Mrs. W. D. Wheeler and Mrs. S. O. Cole, sang the old and well loved hymn, "Let the Lower Lights be Burning," and this num ber was so much enjoyed and enthus iastically received that the members of the party were compelled to re spond with another of the well loved songs and gave "The Church in the Wildwood." The meeting was closed by the singing of "Nearer My God to Thee" by all of the members of the large audience and at the close of the ses sion the family groups began to dis band and take their way homeward, trusting that in the coming year they might enjoy happiness and success and be given the opportunity of meet ing together again in 1927. The family reunion in 1927 will be at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Vallery near Murray. Many from a distance attended this year and among whom were, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Cook and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. James Cook and children, Beaver City, Neb.; Mr. and Mrs. Estes Williams and family, Orleans, Neb.; Mr. and Mrs. Earle Cole and family, and Carl Cole, Brule, Neb.; Mr. and Mrs. Joy Weichel and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kroll and daughter and ,Mrs. Cook all of Omaha; Mr. and Mrs. Sam Cashner, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dreamer, Miss Ruth Dreamer, Stanton Dreamer, of Lincoln; Mrs. Adam Cook' Gandy, Neb. DEPARTS FOR KANSAS CITY From Monday's Daily- John Bauer, local representative of the Overland auto company, departed 'Saturday evening for Kansas City in company with his son, John, Jr., and . where they will spend a few days there attending a meeting held by ; the Overland people in connection ' with the placing on the market of the new Whippet type of car. On their return Mr. Bauer and son will drive back one of the new cars that are claimed to be one of the sensa tions of tne auto world, with the European type of small bodies and he car i8 a 1927 modei and wm be of much interest to the auto owning public. . . , LIKES NEW LOCATION From Tuesday's Dally Frank Loomis, who has been mak ing his home in this city for the past several years has been trans ferred to Gibson where he is in charge of a part of the Burlington store department in that city and will make that place his permanent home. Mr. Loomis and family are located on South 10th street and are getting nicely settled in their new home and feel that they are going to like their new home very much. While here Mr. Loomis was employed in the store department of the local! shops and has many friends in the c it who will be pleased to learn that he is now enjoying the new work and the situation at Gibson. P. A. Jacobson New Candidate for Treasurer Well -Known Resident of Platts River City Gets Into the Political Arena Today. While yesterday John Turner of Elmwood had a free field for the re publican nomination for county treasurer through the withdrawal of William Kraeger, of this city, he now has a new opponent, P. A. Jacobson of Louisville getting into the race for the office of caretaker of the county funds. The filing of Mr. Jocobson was made this morning in the office of County Clerk George R. Sayles, and Insures that the name of Mr. Jacob son will appear on the ballot at the August primary for the office of treasurer. The new candidate is a resident of many years standing at Louis ville and among the best known residents of that portion of Cass county and held in high esteem by those who have the pleasure of know ing him. He has been identified with the busicess life of his com munity, having for several years been engaged in the grocery and general mercantile business of that community and. Is a man that1 is held in the" highest esteem by a very large number of friends. RETURNS FROM ILLINOIS From Tuesday's Daily John P. Sattler and wife returned home yesterday afternoon from a visit of a week in the vicinity of Peoria and Pekin, Illinois, where they have many relatives and old time friends and have had a most pleasant stay with the friends of yes teryear. While at Peoria they at tended the national Sangerfest that has been meeting there the past week and had the opportunity of hearing a number of the leading German singers of the United States. Mr. and Mrs. Sattler will enjoy a family reunion here at their home as their son, Carl, is here with the family from Los Angeles, CaJifornia, and with the children that reside here and in Omaha the family circle will all be together for the first time in a number of years. Legal blanks of all kinds for sale at the Journal office. Make Your Next Trip More Carefree by carrying your money in the form of Travelers Cheques and by leaving your valuables in a Safe Deposit Box in our strong vault. Make a note now to see us about these two important matters. Your peace of mind is worth far more than the small cost of these items. The First national bank THE BANK WHERE YOU FEEL AT MOVe PJATTSMOUTH to Mrs. John Albert Remem bered Sunday Members of the Family Circle Join in a Very Pleasant Reunion at the Home Here. From Monday's Dally The passing of the sixty-ninth birthday anniversary of Mrs. John Albert of this city was made very happy for this estimable lady yes terday by the fact that her children and the other relatives and friends gathered at the family home in this city to assist in seeing that this event was made one long to be re membered by all of the family circle. The home on Pearl street was a scene of joy and happiness for the entire day and the guest of honor receved a very large number of pres ents that will make her more vividly remember the occasion of the 19 2G anniversary that she has just passed. Throughout the home there were a profusion of the beautiful summer flowers that made the setting of the birthday one of charm and attrac ttiveness. Mrs. Albert has made her home in Cass county since 1S72 and her marriage to Mr. Albert occurred in 1875 at Cedar Creek and the family made their home on a farm near that place up until seventeen years ago when they came to Plattsmuth and have since resided here, being among the best known and loved resi dents of this community. The family dinner and the hours that were spent in renewing the ties of love served to pass the time most delightfully yesterday and un til the shade of evening came and the relatives departed for their homes. Those who enjoyed the occasion were: Mr. and Mrs. Julius Spreick of Pilger, Nebraska, John H. Albert, wife and family, Louisville! George Englekemeier, wife and family of Morley, Nebraska; Philip and Henry Albert, Cedar Creek, August Engle kemeier, wife aid family of this city. Misses Emma and Margaret Albert and the guests of honor, Mr. and Mrs. John Albert of this city. MAKES HOLE IN ONE From Monday's Dally For the past year Dr. R. P. West over, Jess Warga and G. O. Dovey have enjoyed the exclusive member ship in the "Hole in One" club, the highest honor that can fall to any golfer and in fact Dr. Westover has this dis tinction visited upon him twice. These three paragons of golf have a new associate in the hall of fame and this time one of the Plattsmouth ladies has broken into the charmed circle. Yesterday afternoon Mrs. E. C. Harris while playing around on the local course drove for the No. 3 hole, a distance of 121 yards and the golf ball made a perfect landing in the cup and won for the clever lady golfer the membership in the exclusive golf organization. Art lamp shades are still going strong. Free lessons in this interest ing work at the Bates Book and Gift Shop Annex. NED2ASKA ft