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J P L Nebraska State Hirteii cal Society in r TOL. HO. PLATTSKOUTH, NEBRASKA, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30, 1926 NO. 94 O1 1 I IC fc i ! y r Death of Mrs. Sarah Archer at Age of 92 Years Passed Away at Home Were She Has Resided for Almost Sixty Years. From Monday's Daily Just as Christmas day was dawn ing Mrs. Sarah Archer, one of the oldest residents of this community; was called to her last reward, death coming at the end of ninety-two years of life and which has been filled with true Christian living and helpfulness to her family and friends in their daily tasks. Mrs- Archer has in the last few years been largely confined to her home by the advancing years and has enjoyed the society of the many old time friends who called to see .her and enjoy the society of this splendid lady who has so long been a resident of Plattsmouth. j The funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 from the First Methodist church of which she has been a member for a great many, years. The services were conducted by the Rev. Harold E. Sortor, pastor of the church, who paid a very pleasing tribute to the long and use ful life of the departed lady that has almost touched the century mark and in which she had played an import ant part in the upbuilding of the west. During the services Mrs. E. H. Wes cott gave two solos, requests of the family. "Rock of Aces" and "The City Four Square." The interment was made at the Oak Hill cemetery west of the city. Sarah Snyder was born near Can ton, Ohio, on April 4. 1S34 and passed away on Dec. 24. 1926. She was mar ried on Dec. 3. 1854 to John Archer. To this union 9 children were born, 3 of whom have preceeded her in death. The remaining children are Mrs. De lilah Rishel. Mrs. Ida Adair. Mrs- J. M. Hall. Mrs. Mart Buttery and 2 sons. S. S. and G. T. Archer, all of Plattsmouth. In the spring of 1869 she came to Nebraska, where she has since re sided. Of these 58 years, she has spent 40 years in Plattsmouth. Mr. Archer passed away in 1893. " Mrs. Archer was raised a Methodist but united with the First M. E. church of Platts ""mouth soon after establishing her residence here. Besides her many friend3 and chil dren, she leaves to mourn her passing 24 gandchildren and 56 gTeat grand children. Grandma, as she was known to practically the whole community, was respected and loved by all who knew: her. PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTMAS PROGRAM HELD FRIDAY From Monday's Dally j The Christmas program given at the Presbyterian church, Friday eve ning was largely attended and proved to be delightfully presented. j The church was decorated with well trimmed and lighted Christmas tree. A fire place gave a true set ting for the reception of Santa Claus. The first part of the program gave the "wee" folk3 an opportunity to de light the audience with their cute and and quaint pieces, spoken and sung. The beginners and primary depart ments gave musical numbers. The second part wa3 a cantata, "The Christmas Waif." The grandmother and grandfather were seated waiting for the children to come home. When they arrived they cheered the old folks with songs. Four or the older children sang a quartet number which highly pleased the parents. At an interval of their absence a waif finds no one at home and falls asleep by the presents on the table. The Dream Fairies come in and circle around him singing. The voice of the past speaks of the Christmas story and the shepherds and the angel appear listening to the song of the angel followed by a chorus of angels. Mary and Joseph in the man ger in tableau. The children find the waif and take him into the family, and the choir sings a closing song, followed by a delightful visit by Santa Claus who distributed gifts to all the children. The children pre sented Santa with an offering to be taken to the children of Syria. The committee in charge are to be praised for their labor in drilling the children and so successwully pre senting this program. We wish to thank Santa Claus for taking his time to make us a visit. PLEASANT FAMILY CHRISTMAS From Monday's Dally A very happy Christmas day was spent at the home of William Rice, Sr. As all the children were present It will be a day long remembered. After partaking of a very fine dinner, a Christmas tree was enjoyed and many beautiful Christmas gifts distributed. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Carl Mathiasen of Newell, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. John Fitzpatrick and family of Weeping Water; Henry Rice of Murray and Gold Rice of Platts mouth.. Legal blanks of all kinds for sale at the Journal office. MOVING TO NEW LOCATION From Monday's Dally Henry Lamphere, who has been conducting "Chick's Cafe" on South 5th street, is to move his popular res taurant from the present location to the Modern Woodmen building on South 6th street the first of the year, where he will have a large and at tractive eating place and one that will be located on the auto highway and be a most popular place for the local people as well as the traveling public. "Chick," as he is better known, has maintained a very high class res taurant and one that has given the greatest of satisfaction to the public with prompt and courteous service and the best of food. Christmas Day is One of Great Quietness Here Day Devoted to Religions Services and Many Home Gatherings of Families. From Monday's Dally Christmas day was one largely de voted to the quietude of home gath erings and the religious services in a number of the churches that fitting ly welcomed the great day of the rhristian year and which was one ideal in every way. The Christmas eve festivities which brought with it the gladness to the children of the community, was also marked by programs in the various Sunday schools that served as the prelude for the more impressive serv ices of Christmas day. At the St. Luke's Episcopal church there was the midnight serv ice at 11:30 Friday night which was attended by quite a large number of the members of the parish. The services at the St. John's and Holy Rosary Catholic churches were all very largely attended, these be ing held at 5:30 in the morning and with appropriate celebration of the Christmas mass. There were many of the homes scenes of quite extensive parties of friends and especially the large group of young people home from school made added gayety to the season and the Christmas spirit. In the evening dances at the Elks and also at the M. "W. A. hall added to the pleasures of the younger peo ple and the dance loving public and both were very largely attended. A VERY QUIET WEDDING From Monday's Daily On Christmas day at 1 o'clock the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Ripple on west Vine street was the scene . of a very pretty and quiet home wed-; ding when their daughter. Mrs. May O. Lee was married to Mr. Edward F. Martin of Detroit, Michigan. I Only the immediate members of the family were present at the cere mony, the marrriage lines being read by the Rev. Harold E. Sortor. pastor of the First Methodist church. The bride is well and favorably known in the city where her friends are legion and in this community where she has long resided she pos sesses the esteem of the host of ac quaintances and friends. The groom is a very prominent railroad man of Detroit, working out of that city where he was born and grew to manhood. He is a gentleman who possesses the high regard of all those who have the pleasure of know ing him. Mr. and Mrs. Martin will make their future home in Detroit and to which place they will move in a short time after a visit here with the relatives and friends. CALLED ON SAD MISSION From Monday's Daily This morning L. D. Hiatt of this city departed for Rising City, Nebras ka, where he was called by a mes sage announcing the death of his sister-in-law, Mrs. D. W. Hiatt, which occurred very suddenly yesterday at her home in that city. The deceased lady was fifty-nine years of age and has always made her home in that city, where she was married and where the Hiatt family have since resided. The funeral services will be held on Wednesday afternoon at Rising City. The many old time friends will re gret very much to learn of the sor row that has come to the Hiatt fam ily and extend to the bereaved hus band and his family their deepest j sympathy in the loss of the wife and mother. ANDY NOW POLICEMAN From Monday's Dally The Omaha World-Herald had a very fine picture yesterday of Andy Schmader, one time toxer and resi dent of Louisville and Plattsmouth and who was one of the shining lights in the heavyweight world fo j some years. Andy has been given a (position on the Omaha police force ' and will be a real defender of the law land one that will be able to give a goodaccountofhimself in any case that may be brought up to him. Knights Templar Hold Christmas Day Observance Services Largely Attended by Mem bers of the Order and Also of the DeMolay Members. From Monday's Dally The Christmas observances of the Knights Templar of this city were held on Saturday at the Masonic temple and very largely attended by the members of the order and by the members of Cass Chapter, Order of DeMolay, who were Invited as the guests of the Templers. The observances were presided over by Hon. James T. Begley, act ing commander of Mt. Zicn command ery of this city. The following was the program cf the observances and the toasts given by the various members. Reading: Christmas Greetings from M. E. Sir George W. Vallery. Grand Master and response by R. E. Sir James M. Robertson, Grand Com mander. Sir John E. Schutz, Record er. Toasts. Tv AT V Sir Hsnrfe TV Vr. llrv I Grand Master Grand Encampment Knights Templar of America. Res ponse: R. E. Sir James M. Robertson, Grand Commander Knights Templar of Nebraska. To R. E. Sir James M. Robertson. Grand Commander Grand Command ery Knights Templar of Nebraska. Response: E. Sir Frank L. Cummins, P. C. To R. E. Sir Francis E. White Past Commander Knights Templar i of Nebraska. Response: E. Sir Ray mond P. Westover, P. C. To E. Sir Lewis E. Smith. Grand Recorder Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Nebraska. Response: E. Sir Luke L. Wiles. P. C. To Jaques DeMolay and Caps Chap ter DeMolay. Plattsmouth. Nebr. Re sponse: Sir Raymond Cook. P. M. C To Nebraska Masonic Home Plattsmouth. Nebraska. Response: E Sir "William F. Evers, P. C, Super intendent. To Plattsmouth Lodge No. G. A. F. & A. M. Response: Sir Oliver C. Hudson, P. M. Junior Warden To Nebraska Chapter No. C. R. A. r M. Response: By the King. Sir Au brey H. Duxbury, Standard Bearer. To Mount Zion Commandery No. 5. Knights Templar. Response: Sir James T. Begley, Acting Commander. To E. Sir Glenn Perry, Commander and Sir Knights sleeping in the Silent City. Response: E. Sir William A. Robertson. P. C. HAVE FINE PROGRAM From Monday's Daily The Methodist church Sunday school was the scene of a very pleas ant and largely attended Christmas program on Christmas eve and which was also featured by the appearance of Santa Claus at the close of the ex ercises. Santa, with the assistance of William Heinrich made a very spec tacular entrance and 60 successful was this feature that it is expected to have this repeated next year- The first part was made up of Eongs and recitations, and other en tertainment furnished by the Begin ners and Primary department. The second part of the program was in the nature of a pageant given Iby the Juniors and Intermediate de partment of the Sunday school and a story of the nativity and entitled "The Night of the Star." Very beau tiful and impressive scenery and cos tumes added to the beauty of this part of the program. ENJOY A FINE DANCE From Monday's Dally The dance Christmas night at the M. W. A. hall given by the Gradoville orchestia was one of the largest at tended of the season and the spirit of fun and enjoyment was very much in evidence as the large party of dancers spent the time tripping to the measures of the new and popular dance numbers that this orchestra furnished. The $2.50 gold piece was presented to a Mr. Richardson while the large and handsome box of candy was won by Miss McCulloch. ENJOY HOLIDAY HERE From Monday's Dally Mr. and Mrs. Dave Wallengren of this city had a very pleasant family gathering at their home Christmas day and at which there was present Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Severely and daughter, Virginia of Omaha; Mr. and Mrs. Earl Newland and daughter, Gene of Decatur, Illinois and the family was joined by Mrs. Charlotte Johnson of this city in the family dinner. MARRIED AT THE MANSE From Monday's Dally The residence of Rev. and Mrs. H. G. McClusky was the scene of a very pleasant wedding on Friday evening when Thomas G. Daniell and Miss Doris M. Taylor, both of Fort Crook, were united in the bonds of wedlock by Rev. McClusky. The young peo ple returned to their farm home near Fort Crook following the wedding. SUFFERS INJURED ANKLE From Monday's Daily This morning while Miss Maris Hiber was walking to the Burlington station io catch the 8:10 train to Omaha, lie was so unfortunate as to fall and suffer, the fracture of the right ankle and which h:-.s caused her a great deal of suffering. Miss Hiber was crossing the alleyway near the Bach store where the frozen water had formed a groat deal of ice and which, being covered by the srow was not noticed and in a few j minutes the unfortunate lady had j fallen and .suffered her injury. Thf J spot is a very, dangerous one arc several others fell there but fortu nptely suffered no serious injuries. Miss Tliber was reroute to Omaha where she is a teacher in the city schools there, when the accident oc curred. The injured lady was taken to the home of her sister. Mrs. Frank M. Bestor following the acci- II V It l. b 11 U " i V 1 LiiV 1 Mj 1.1 1 . " l . I . V v ed after. Nehawka Man Gets Arrested with Lienor Janes Blf.ke, Charged With the Transportation of Liquor for Sale. From Monday's Dally Christmas eve while County At torney W. G. Kieck was preparing to join in the glad Christmas celebra tion he was called from the more pleasurable tasks of arranging for Santa Clans, to take up the task of unraveling the difficulties that one James Blake, a resident of Nehawka had gotten himself into as the result of trifllirg with the drink that cheers. It seems that for some time the sus picions of the residents of Nehawka have been directed to the fact that James wi.s addicted to the liquor traffic and accordingly the city mar shal has been keeping him under sur verlance and with the result that Friday evening he was detected in the act of disposing of a pint of tfce strong and potent beverageMo one of the dwellers of the southern Cas? - eounty town. Marshal McConnell at once swoored down and placed the culprit under arrest and with the escort of several of the citizens of Nehawka the man was brought here and turned over to the authorities to suffer a punishment fitting for hit offense. This morning a complaint was filed by County Attorney W. G. Kieck charging the young man with trans portation of intoxicating liquor for the purpose of sale, and on whit he he will be tried before Judge A. II. Duxbury in the county court. Holiday Trip Ends in Severe Auto Accident Mrs. TJ. S. Carey of Afton, Iowa, En route to This City Suffers an Accident. From Monday's Daily The holiday visit that Mrs. TJ. S. Carey imd son. Luther, had planned to enjov in this city at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Miles M. Allen, was somewhat dampened by the accident that occurred in Council Bluffs on Christmas morning when the car con taining Mrs. Carey and son was run into by a large Dodge car and the oc cupants severely bruised. The trip from Afton had been made in a most pleasant manner from Afton to Council Bluffs and the members of the party were hurrjing on to( Plattsmouth where they were to be; dinner guests and about 10 o'clock their car was struck by the large: Dodge car coming from the west) while they were traveling west on; lower Broadway. 1 The car was not seriously damaged and it was not until the party reach ed here that the full extent of the ac cident was realized. Mrs. Carey was in such condition that it was neces sary to have medical aid and on ex amination it was found that the pa tient was suffering from very severe bruises altho no broken bones were discovered. Mrs. Carey is still under the cure of a physician and seems to be suffering very much. MESSAGE FROM TEXAS From Monday's Dally A. W. White had the pleasure on Christmas day of conversing writh his son, Ralph W. White over the long distance telephone from Dallas, Texas where Ralph has been for some time in charge of the telephone lines at that place and covering northern Texas. The message was a very pleas ant one to the aged father and also carried the statement that in Dallas they were enjoying a seven inch snowfall, the heaviest for a number of years and which is proving a real treat to the Texans. Journal Want Ads bring results. Mrs. P. J. Fiynn Defends Sex from Attorney's Gibes Former Plattsmouth Lady Takes Is sue in "Posey" With Clar ence Darrow. From Mondays Daily Clarence Darrow may b a mighty man. !uit when it conn.- to the theme of "woman. " "he's all wet." accord ing to Mrs. P. J. Fiynn. V.o22 Haw thorne street, Omaha, who in snap py verse takos' a crack at an article by the famous attorney appearing 'in the December number of Vanity aT'.r. A friend of Mrs. Fiynn persuaded her to let The Omaha Bee have her reply, ai;d it is published here. Writing; Since Childhood. Mrs. Fiynn has been writing "rymes" as she modestly designates her efforts, since she was a little girl, but this is the first time that she has fubmitted anything for publication. She has a book of children's verse in preparation. A Lusy matron, the mother of four children. Mrs. Fiynn said she finds little time for literary pursuit, but gets many of her ideas while go ing through the routine of household duties. "I read the article by Darrow while at breakfast," she said, "and im mediately scratched oC the answer." Answer to Darrow. Her answer follows: Dear Mr. Darrow: Your expressions so narrow I read in a Vanity Fair. Though I mean no offense, I am moved to defense Of my sex in tie matter of hair You've proven a srnatter Of so-celled gray matter. And yet, you rant and rave Of bobs, sleek and boyish, Or else cute and coyish. And even the permanent wave. You heave a deep sigh. And the new ways decry. And you speak of the days of good cheer. When men in the chair Could tell tales anf swear With a woman never to hear. 'Tis asked. "What's in a name?" And yours has brought fame. Though "Clarence" is quite apropos For one who confesses A love for long tresses. And who speaks of a "date" as a "beau." You defend evolution. Have a crime for a solution And for this the world owes j-ou a debt. P.ut with "Woman" your theme. You're at sea, it would seem; Perhaps that is why you're "all wet." For those of today Are the same, in a way. As they were in the day you deplore. Though they have bobbed their hair. And they, too, can swear. Their hearts are the same as of yore. They will smoke with you, spit with you. Swap risque stories. And truly be wonderful pals. Put they'll cry for you. lie for you. Suffer and die for you. Just like the "old-fashioned gals." HOLD FAMILY GATHERING From Tuesday's Daily The plearant country home of Mr. and Mrs. Guy Heil was the scene of a very delightful family gathering on Christmas day that was an event long to be mcst pleasantly remember ed by all of those in attendance at the event. The chief feaxure of the day was the splendid dinner served at noon and to which all members of the party did ample justice and which was truly a feast for a king. The remainder of the afternoon was spent in visiting and having a most enjoy able visit. Those attending the happy occasion were: Mr. and Mrs.; William Rummel, Mrs. Christina! Runimel, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Rum- j mel. Mr. and Mrs. John Rummel, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Heil, Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Tiekotter and daughter, Joan. Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Hall and daugh ter, Margaret of Beaver City, Robert; Rummel, Miss Anna Heil, Clyde, Graves, Miss Louise Rummel and Mr. , and Mrs. Guy Heil. EARL EACKENBERG POORLY From Monday's Daily ' The reports from the bedside of Earl Hackenberg today were not as encouraging as they have been for the past several days and the patient seems to be showing no improvement and has suffered a gerat deal in the last few hours. The young man has had a very severe attack cf appendi citis and it was hoped that he might improve so that he could be taken to the hospital but so far his condition would not permit his being moved. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank all those who j were so kind and attentive during ! the last illness of our beloved mother and grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Archer, as well as for the words of sympathy and the beautiful floral offerings at the last rites. The Children and Grandchildren. Phone your Want Ads to No. 6. HAVE RELATIVES HERE From Monday's Daily The home of Judge and Mrs. James T. Begley was the scene of a very pleasant gathering of the relatives on Christmas day, when they came from Papillion and Omaha to enjoy the fine Christmas dinner that had been arranged for the occasion the members of the party returning home alter the holiday feast. Those who were here from out of the city were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ilayhow of Papil licn: Mr. and Mrs. Charles Piatt. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Foreman, Mr. and Mr3. C. A. Shepherd and daughter, Max inc, and Mrs. T. C. Cor.ney, of Omaha. Christmas One of Pleasure at Masonic Home Festivity Reigns at the Home from Friday Evening; to Sunday I Night. Christmas at the Nebraska Masonic Home was a very pleasant event for the residents of the Home and as us ual brought with it the array of hand some C-Z's and rcmemberances and also the general dispencing of the real Yuletide spirit from the opening of the Christmas exercises on Fri day evening until the close of Satur day evening. At the Fridaj' evening supper hour the Caldwell orchestra was present and gave a number of their always enjoyable selections while the supper was being served and ere the last course had been disposed of there was the announcement that Santa had ar rived at the Home and soon appeared on the scene to distribute the gifts that had been sent from far and wide over the state to the residents of this great institution. Santa this year car ried with him two assistants and they made the occasion very merry as the members of the Home were all re membered with beautiful and appre ciated gifts. In addition to the gifts a few talks were given by the twenty five guests present, Frank Wilcox, of Omaha, and James M. Robertson, president of the Masonic Home asso ciation and Dr. R. P. Westover, mak ing a few glad Christmas wishes for the members of the heme. On Saturday the elaborate Christ mas dinner was prepared and served in the handsomely arranged dining room and which all of the members of the Home did most ample justice to and which will be a most pleasant memory to all of the members of the party present. ENTERTAIN HOUSE PARTY ' From Monday's Dally The home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Atherton in this city was the scene of a very pleasant house party over Christmas when Mr. and Mrs. Stand ford Berg of Missouri Valley. Iowa, and Stanley Atherton of Omaha were here for the holiday visiting with the' members cf the Atherton family. They returned home this morning and were accompanied as far as Omaha by Miss Louise Milan. SUFFERING FROM GRIPPE From Wednesdays Dailv Attorney Allen J. Beeson is report ed among the number confined to their homes as the result of the pre vailing epidemic of colds and grippe and making necessary the careful care and attention and remaining under medical care. Journal Want Ads cost bat little, and they sure do get results. I Under State Supervision Deposits Protected ty Stats Euannty Fund jj What Makes a Bank Strong? A bank that has ample Capital, experienced manage ment and a financially strong Board of Directors, is bound to be a STRONG BANK. But, in addition to these factors, the depositors cf the Farmers State Bank enjoy the added protection of the State Guaranty Fund, which means that each and every dollar cn deposit in this bank is protected by the Nebraska State Guaranty Fund. On this Basis we Respectfully Solicit a Share -cf YOUR Banking Business. The Farmers State Bank PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA Plattsmouth Young People Wedded Today Miss Wilma Rainey and Mr. Earl Becker Married This Noon at Nebraska City. From Tuesday's Daily At hih lioon today at the home of the Rev. Virgil Wright, pastor of the First Methodist church at N bratka City, occurred the marriat-c of Mis3 Wilma Rainey and Mr. Earl Becker, well known and popular young people of this portion of t'a.-s county. The bride and groom motored to the Otoe county city this morning and kept their mission a secret until after the happy nuptials had been performed when a message announc ing the wedding was sent to the mem bers of the family here. Miss Rainey was tastefully gown ed in a three tone blue crepe Rou manine. The young people will motor on to Peru where they will enjoy a visit with the relatives and friends in that vicinity for a short time before re turning home. Mr. and Mrs. Becker will make their future home on the Rainey farm near C'ullom where they expect to locate in a short time. Both the bride and groom are well known here in Plattsmouth and vi cinity where their families are among the old residents. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Rtin ey and was educated here in the Plattsmouth schools and since her graduation has been encaged in teaching in the schools of this part of the count-. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Becker and is one of the fine young men of this portion of Cass county and where he has been numbered among the suc cessful young farmers and is a gentle man of the highest standing. The many friends here will join in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Becker a long and happy wedded life and filled with the greatest of success. TREASURER'S FAMILY ILL From Tuesday's Dariy County Treasurer-elect John Tur ner was here from Elmwooi today to look over some matters connected with his forthcoming removal to this city to take over his new office on January Cth. Mr. Turner has se cured a home here that he will oc cupy in the future but the mnrins of the family here has been delayed by the fact that the little daughter has suffered a very severe cold ir the last few days and which maker the family hesitate to make the change at this time. However Mr. Turner will be here next week an-1 be in readiness to function as the duly qualified treasurer of Cass coun ty for the next four years. RECEIVES A REAL GUT From Tuesday's Dally Clate Rosencrans, the golf oracle of the city, who i3 planning even in the snow and cold of winter, re newed triumphs on the links next rummer, is authority for the state ment that Dr. R. P. Westover received the best Christmas present of anyone in the city, a brace of the latest and best golf clubs that will prove ?n un failing source of pleasure this sum mer when the going on the greens Is good. However as to being the best gift possible that depends on the viewpoint of the receiver of the gift as several other very appreciative gifts were received that we know of. J