Nebr. State Historical Society !' Elites tti n t b - - . VOL. SO. ZLVm PLATTSMOUTH, NEBR ASKA, MONDAY, JANUARY 2, 1933. NO. 97 Plattsmouth School Man is Wed at Wahoo Miss Edith Kays ai Mr. Jack Fig ley United in MaTiage at M. E. Church at: Wahoo. Miss Edith Mays,' daugnter of BIrs. Jennie' Mays, of jWaboo, Nebr., was triven in marriage by her brother, LeRoy Mays, of WahoO, to Jack Fig-, ley, of Plattsmouth, sin of t Mr. Wil liam O. Figley, of Massillon Ohio, at high noon Christmas Sunday." The wedding was solemnized immediately following the morning" sermonat the First Methodist Episcopal "church of Wahoo, Rev. Harold iiryant reading the marriage lines in ihe double, ring ceremony.VV - V 4 n Mrs. Mason E. Lathrop.'.of Wahoo", served as matron of h.onor.'and' Miss Luella Ullstroml and Miss Cleo" iJoaise Ullstrom, of Lincoln, "Cousins', of 't$e bride, were bridesmaids. Lbyd-Itufh erford, superintendent of1 schopls'.at Springfield, Nebraska, Svas . the.1 best man, and the ushers were Floyd Ull strom and Frank Ullstrom, of Lincoln, also cousins of the bride. Thetflower girl was little Lu Jean Galloway, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Gallo way, of Wahoo. Immediately following the morning sermon, Joe Thulin of the choir sang "Because," by Guy D'Hardelot, and Mrs. C. F. Galloway sng "My Love for Thee, by Carl Bcim. Their ac companist was Miss Edna Peglow, who played Shubert's 'Serenade" dur ing the ceremony and Lohengrin's Wedding March as a processional and Tccessional. ( The church was beautifully decor ated with large .evergreen wreaths and tall red candles. Large baskets of Poinsettaand ferns and white can-; dies formed the setting at the altar. The bride's gown was of white satin with high waistline and long, flowing skirt. The lace jacket had long sleeves, with large puffs to the elbow and tight fitting to the wrist. The long veil, of oyster shell moline, had Juliet cap held at either side with orange blossom clusters. With this phe wore white slippers. Her only jewelry was a necklace of Pearl3 and Rhinestones, a gift of the groom. The bridal boquet was of Calla Lilies and Brides Roses. The matron of honor wore a Sun day evening frock of Christmas green silk crepe, made floor length, and long sleeves, puffed to the elbow and tight fitting to the wrist. With this she wore a green Turban. The brides maids' dresses were of the same style, of Christmas red silk crepe and Tur bans to match. The three attendants carried boquets of Poinsettas and white Roses. The little flower girl was in Tea Rose taffeta and wore a large green bow on her hair. Mrs. Mays, mother of the bride, was attired in wine satin-back crepe. Immediately following the cere mony, a dinner was served at the homejof the bride's mother to mem bers, of the wedding party and imme diate relatives. Mrs. Ferd Anderson greeted the guests at the door as Mrs. Walter Roberts and Mrs. Loyd Rutherford entertained at the piano. Mrs. LeRoy Mays was in charge of the guest book and other attendants at the home were five very close friends of the bride, the Misses Marlon Eader, Fran ces Springer, Mildred Cottern and MIna Arnold, all of Fremont, and Miss Davida Black, of Wahoo. Christmas evening, Mr. Figley and his bride left for a week's wedding trip, after which they will be at home at Plattsmouth, Nebr., where Mr. Fig ley is in charge of the History and Dramatic departments in the High school. The bride's going away cos tume was a three piece knitted Spring suit of dark green with accessories to match. Miss Mays is a graduate of Luther college of Wahoo and Methodist col lege of Chicago. She also attended Northwestern University for two and one half years. For the past few years she has been a director in music. x Mr. Figley is a graduate of South western college of Winfield, Kansas, ' where he received Phi Beta Kappa honors and took post-graduate work at Northwestern university. Phone the news to No. 6. ENJOY COON HUNTING A number of thfc local hunters who enjoy the sport of seeking the elusive coon and 'possum, otored out to the west of this city along the Four Mile creek to enjoy the hunting, They spent several hours in the search for coons but none were to bo treed altho the hounds took . the scent several times but failed to catch up with Mr. Coon. The hunters covered some seven mile3 in the hunt and felt it Yfais a fine outing. Bridge Co. i Asks for a Re- ! -straining Order i . " : Would Prevent Placing of Bridge ' Terminal in School District No. 1 for Taxing. i in the office of : the' clerk of the district -.court 'Wednesday afternoon a petition wa3 filed by the -Plattsmouth Bridge - Co., peeking? "a. restraining order ' to prevent the-placing of the western terminal . 'of the Missouri river bridge in school district No. 1. '"The action is directed, against John E. Turner, county treasurer; Fred II. Gorder, E. B. Chapman and. G. L. Farley, county commissioners; Geo. R.Sayles, county clerk; W. H.'Puls. countyassessor; Frank L.. Cummins, Frank A. Cloidt, H. F. Goos. E. A. Wurl, Mrs. Etta Gorder, R. W.Knorr, members of the board of education of school district No. 1, and M: D. Brown, treasurer of tho ' city" of Plattsmouth. A The petition denies the right of the county board of equalization to place the property of the bridge in the first school district of Cas3 coun ty for assessing and. taxing .as was done at. the .session, of the-board. - ; The request for the injunction sets forth that the bridge property had heretofore been assessed in school district ' No. 2 and this year was placed on the assessment rolls as be ing in district No. 1, which includes the city of Plattsmouth. The petition also asks for the sum of 35 00 damages which the- company claims to have sustained as damages by reason of the action of the county board. RECOVERING PROM INJURIES Miss Theresia Bierl, who has been teaching for the fall in Cherry coun ty, is now gradually recovering from the effects, of severe injuries that were received some two weeks ago. Miss Bierl was motoring with some friends near the vicinity where she i3 teaching during the extreme cold weather of early December. When some distance from her bearding place the car stalled and the party after working for some time with the car, started to walk to the resi dence of a farmer. The distance was some two miles and when Miss Bierl arrived at the home it was found that both feet and legs had suffered from being frozen. She was laid up with the injury for some time but is now able to be around again as usual. She will be able to take up her teaching work soon in the schools and suSering no permanent bad ef fects from the experience. SHOWING IMPROVEMENT Mrs. William P. Rice, who has been quite ill for some time at her home on Wintersteen hill, is now so much improved that she is able to be up and around and look after her usual duties. Mrs. Rice has suf fered from the flu and which has left her in a rather weakened condi tion. It is hoped that she may soon be able to regain her former health. CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to all who so kindly assisted and for the words of sympathy and floral offerings extended at the time of the death of our beloved wife and mother. Clarence Henderson and Betty Ann. AN APPRECIATION The telephone operators of the local exchango wish to express their appreciation and sincere thanks for the gifts from the many friends at Christmas time. Young People are United in Marriage Today Miss Rose Feme and Mr. Carl Ul- rich Married at the St. John's . Church Early Today. . From Thursday's Daily This morning at 7:30 at the St. John's Catholic church occurred the marriage of' Miss . Rosp Ferrie 'find Mr. Carl . Ulrich, well known young people or this community. ? - . '"The nuptial mass was celebrated by Father - George Agius, pastor of tho church and, which Joined In the bonds of wedlock the' tvo estimable young people. Tho ceremony wa3 witnessed by members cf the families of the two young people from this city and vicinity. - ' , Following the marriage the young people motored to the home of the groom's parents ' Mr. and Mrs. Ed ward Ulrich near this city to re ceive- the congratulations of the relatives and friends, andwhere they will rosid9 for the present. ' ' The brido i3 a 'daughter of, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Ferrie of south of this city and haS mad9'her home here for the past several years, grad uating, in 1931 from the Plattsmouth high school. ' Since completing her school work she has resided with the parents at their farm" home-near this city. A lady of unusual talent and charm she hasa large circle of friends who will learn witbvpleasure of her new happiness. .. The groom is a son. cTf Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ulrich of near Mynard and where he has grown-to manhood and is numbered amon ihe eriery getic young farmers1 of." th,is. portfcm. or. cass county -(ycuBigniaja, outstanding character. -- The ' f rieads of the young people will join in their well wishes to this estimable young couple. FUNERAL OF GEORGE SCHANTZ The funeral of George Schantz, Sr., was held on Wednesday after noon at the St. Paul's Evangelical church, of which church he had long been a member. The church was fill ed with the old friends of the family who had known. and respected this line old gentleman in the days of his residence in this community. Rev. O. G. Wichmann, pastor of the church, gave words of comfort to the sorrowing relatives and friends and paid tribute to the long and use ful life of Mr. Schantz, of his tender devotion to his invalid wife over a period of years and who had pre ceded him in death a few weeks ago. During the services the" choir ofi the church gave several of the old and well loved hymns that had been favorites of the departed in his life time. The interment was at the Oak Hill cemetery baside that of the wife and son, Adam. RETAILERS HOLD MEETING The retail section of tho Chamber of Commerce held their regular meet ing on Wednesday, the last session for thi3 year. The reports of the var ious committees on different activ ities were reviewed and showed a large number of activities for the year. In the past year there have been several events arranged, including the Merchant's bargain days on Wed nesday, the corn festival, turkey day, pancake day, as well as the Santa Clau3 visit. The members of the group voted to have their places of business close at noon on Monday (New Year's Day) for a half day holiday. The Merchants night on Wednes day will be continued next week and from the response of the residents of the community will decide whether this feature will be continued over tho months of January, February and March, or discontinued until April. STILL FEELING POORLY From Thursdays Dally Mrs. C. O. Troy, who has been a sufferer from the prevailing malady of the flu, is still confined to her home and while feeling very much the effects of the attack, is doing as well as possible. -r : CALLED ON SAB MISSION Mrs. William Sheajj Jr., is at Ash land, where she wap called by the illness and death of her father, John Kirker. Mr. Kirker was taken ill the last of the week and. Mrs. Shea de parted for Ashland or. Saturday and where she has since remained. The father Lt-came much" (tvorse the first cf the v. etk and on Wednesday death came to his relief. Chamber of Commerce to Elect Off icers Annual Election of Officers Will Be Held on January 3rd to Open Year's Acti?ities. . .The Plattsmouth Chamber of Com merce will hold its annual meeting at tho public library auditorium on Tuesday evening, January 3rd at 8 o'clock. Thi3 meeting will hear the reports cf the officers for the year 23 well as the chairmen of the sev eral committees -and ,'vill also take up the matter ot naming the officers for the year 1933. The Chamber of Commerce has had a very active program for the past year and -whilo'the general condi tions have not been tha best, the or ganization has been; able to assist in many ways in he civic life. The election of r the officers of the organization i3 a flatter of real im portance to tfee cttjr at large as this organization has. great deal to do in - the matter btcommunity pro gress and development. Under the presidency of H.A. Schneider, the re tiring .head -of "..the . Chamber, there has ftoen a gretx ' ileal of activity with -the committee, of the Chamber alV''funVtiotofhg'l-ie shape..: Mr. Schneider has devoted much time to the civic organization and with the committees has been able to make the last two years notable In the ad vancement of the city. In the industrial line the Cham ber of Commerce has brought the canning factory of the Norfolk Pack ing Co., of this city, thi3 furnishing a source of employment for a large number during the past summer and which now has a force at work on the winter pack3. The -stock feeding yards are also a part of the pro gram of securing additional indus tries that the Chamber has aided in the past year. Mr. Schneider and his associates were also active in the assistance given to the good roads program that resulted in the securing of the pav ing on highway No. 24 in the south ern portion of the county from Union to Lincoln. These projects show the Import ance of the Chamber of Commerce to the community and in its work there should be a co-operation of all of the citizens and care taken in the selection of the heads of the organ ization. Those who are Interested in the progress of the coming year of 1933, should be present to attend the an nual meeting and prepared to enter into the task of assisting in making the year one of the best in the city. CARD OF THANKS To the many friends and neigh bors we wish to express our deepest gratitude for the many act3 of kind ness to our beloved father in his last illness, also for the beautiful flowers and words of sympathy at the time of the funeral. George Schanz and Family. REMEMBERED AT CHRISTMAS Prom Thursday's Dally Mrs. M. C. Whelan of this city has remembered a friend with a most appropriate gift, a subscription to the Journal. Mrs. Whelan called at the Journal today to have the subscrip tion of her old friend, Mrs. Alpha Mitchell, at Omaha. HERE FROM PERU From Friday" Daily The J. C. Bridge water home has as guests this week Mrand Mrs. Gene Sanden and Mrs. O. C. Pummell, all of Peru, who are enjoying the holi day vacation here with the Platts mouth friends. Mrs. Sanden is a sis ter ot Mrs. Bridgewater. Alumni Wins Game from the Blue and White Final Score of 24 to 20 in Favor of the Stars of Yesteryears Is Rolled Up. From Thursday Dally Old time star3 who have enter tained audiences of basketball fans many times in the past, again were In action last night in the hign school gym against the 1932-33 Plat ters. The players of yesteryear were able, however, to nose out the high school quintet 24 to 20 in a hard fought battle. For the alumni, Wescott and Bern ard Galloway, '28, with Begley, '31, were responsible for eighteen of the alumni counters, having six points alike. For the high school, Bob Hirz was the high point man with seven good ones, three field goals and a gift toss. Porter followed with three field goals for six, Arn with two for four points and Armstrong rang up a field goal and a free shot. The scenery looked dark for the high school In the opening moments when Wescott and Donat each scored field goals and John Galloway made ood a free shot. Hirz made good a field goal and on a foul by John Galloway, made good the shot and leaving the score 5 to 3 at the close of the period. In the second quarter the high school gained one on their opponents, Arn, Hirz and Armstrong each mak ing a field goal and the "Big Moose" also ringing a free shot on a foul from John Galloway. Two baskets by Begley and one by Bernard Gal loway, kept the alumni in the lead 11 to 10 at the half. The high school slipped badly in the third ' period wLcn -tto aiuriT, i took a sir point lead, Wescott, Beg ley and B. Galloway each added a basket and Forbes, last year's flash at guard, a free shot. Porter was the only one of the high school to score. he securing a nice under the basket shot. With the last period to play the high school attempted a rally that whittled two points off the lead of the old timers, but failed of victory. Arn and Hirz each scored a field goal while Porter added two to his credit. John and B. Galloway and Wescott were the scorers for the alumni. The tabulated score of the game was as follows: High School - FG FT PF TP Arn, f 2 0 2 4 Hirz, f 3 10 7 Porter, c 3 0 0 6 Rumme!. g 0 0 0 0 Armstrong, g 110 3 9 2 2 20 Alumni FG FT PF TP J. Galloway, f 112 3 Wescott, f 3 0 0 6 Mason, f 0 0 0 0 Begley, f 3 0 0 6 Donat, c 10 0 2 Forbes, g 0 12 1 Yelick, g 0 0 0 0 Turner, g 0 0 0 0 B. Galloway, g 3 0 0 6 11 2 4 24 Referee, Carl Schneider, Hastings; scorer, Ed Egenberger; timekeeper, James Nowacek. MISSOURI RIVER RISING Prom Saturday's Dally v The Missouri river was showing a marked rise today at thi3 point, the water flowing over the ice and caus ing the frozen surface of the river to threaten a breakup. Floyd Rich ardson, who has been driving his car back and forth over the ice, this morning had an exciting experience on the Iowa side of the river. He was driving the car when the ice started to give but he was able to reach stronger and firmer Ice before the Ice gave away or plunged the car into the river. HAVE TWIN DAUGHTERS From Friday's Daily Mr. and Mrs. Dangard Reichstadt are the proud and happy parents of twin daughters, who arrived at their home at 1 o'clock this morning. The little ladies weighed six and seven pounds and with the mother are do ing nicely. The event has brought a great deal of happiness to all of the members of the family circle. RECEIVE BC0K GIFT The public library has just receiv ed three splendid books: "Van Loon's Geography," by Hendrick Van Loon; "What We Live By,' by Dimnet, and "Forgive Us Our Trespasses," by Douglas, a gift of Edward Patterson, a former Plattsmouth boy, now lo cated in California. These books are given in honor of his mother, and a mark of appreciation for the pleas- High school days. A. E. Edgerton is Selected as Co. Constable Well Known Resident of This City Will Serve in Capacity of Con stable for Connty Court. The appointment of Alfred E.j Edgerton as constable of tho county court was announced today by Coun - ty Judge A. H. Duxbury, the ap - pointment to take effect on the filin,wb.en a child to Nebraska and where of the official bond. Mr. Edgerton 'they settled at Murray. He was mar- has also been named by Justice of the Peace Charles L. Graves, to serve papers from his office. Mr. Edgerton is one of the well known residents of the city where he was born and reared and has made his home for the greater part of his lifetime. He has been engaged with the Hobson Well Co. here for the pas st two years and has also beenten years ago j ive In the work of the P. T. A. 'professional work acti of the Winstersteen hill school The new constable will have charge of serving all summons and other paper3 from the offices of tho!EOrrow to the frienj3 an(j wno will county judge and justice of the peace and .will enter on hi3 new duties as soon as possible. The many friends of Mr. Edger- Ua-iil iJfuica to learn of bla.thcrs'and one slater. Dr. J.'Vf. Eru- appolntmen and will Join In their congratulations to him on securing the office. VACATION DAYS OVER From Saturday's Daily The general holiday spirit that has prevailed from the few days be fore the Christmas holiday to New Year's is now drawing to a close. tu .i. ,v ;;:ccbraska, who has been here for the bright and colorful decorations ot the holiday season will be laid away, the schools and colleges resume their; activities. The holiday has not been. as elaborately observed as in the past but the coming of the new year awaited with interest. The passing of the year 1932 will bring but little regret from anyone and every person is looking forward to see in the dawn of the new year a sign of betterment and hope for the next twelve months. The conditions! will not be better on the second day! of January, but as the year pro grosses a much more pleasing activity ; in all Hne3 should be noticeable. MAYOR BACK ON DUTY Mayor John P. Sattler, who was confined to his home for a few days with an attack of the grippe and flu, ha3 so far recovered that he is able to be around again and back at his duties. The mayor was feel ing poorly for several days and was finally compelled to take an enforced vacation, and the friend3 are pleased to learn that he is now showing marked progress. UNDERGOES OPERATION Word has been received here by relatives of the fact that Miss Jane Dunbar had been operated on at a hospital at Los Angeles. The oper-;Evers, Raymond C. Cook and Har ation took place a week ago and the : rison L. Gayer. Messera Gayer and patient had rallied nicely from the Cook remain over for the meeting of effects of the ordeal. The young 'the Knights Templar this evening. lady has been ill for some tlm9 and the exact cause of her illness has not as yet been determined. RETURNING FROM DENVER Mr. and Mrs. William Eaird, who were at Denver for the Christmas Lucille Clark, of near Rock Bluffs holidays, are returning home the 'and Lester Eugene Exline, of Union, first of the week. Mr. Baird has not j The wedding was very quiet, the been feeling the best in the last few marriage lines being read by Judge days and wished to be at the home Duxbury and the ceremony witness here and accordingly they are rc-'ed by Mr. and Mrs. William Clark, turning. Mr. and Mrs. Baird spent parents of tho bride. Following the Christmas at the home of Mr. and 'wedding the bridal party returned Mrs. Harley Cecil and family. to the Clark home south of this city. Dr.J.F.Brendel of Murray Dies at Hospital Physician at Murray ' for Thirty Years Passes Away After Ill ness of Several Months. . . . Q . - manuel hospital at Omaha, Dr. J. F. Brendel, well known Murray phy sician, passed to tho last reward, following an illness of several months. The condition of Dr. Bren del became so serious some three weeks ago that It was found neces sary to have him taken to the hos- I pital and where an operation was performed. The patient failed to rally and had been gradually grow ing worse until death came to his relief. Tne deceased was a son cf the .jate Dr. and Mrs. B. F. Brendel and 1 waa DOrn flrty-six rears aeo in In- Ljiana, coming with his parents rje(l Eome 04 vear3 aco to Miss Martha Jameson, who with one eon, Richard, who is a senior in the Plattsmouth high school, survive his passing. He has been engaged in the practice of his profession at Murray for the past thirty years, being engaged with hi3 father and since the death of the elder Dr. Brendel, has carried on his alone. Dr. Brendel was well known over a large part of cass county and the news of hi3 pass- hng wm brJ.ns a great regret and ehare with tho family the grief that the separation has brought to them. In addition to the wife and son. Dr. Brendel is survived by two bro- del ct Avoca, T. J. Brendel, ot Franklin, Nebraska and Mrs. Wil liam Seyboldt of Murray. CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY Mrs. J. F. Wolff entertained a number of little folks Friday after noon in honor of the fourth anni versary of her little granddaughter, Peggy Jean Chadderdon, of Holdrege, j of the Phllrlhood dava and at Aan, nw, of th rtv. jAt the of tfae arternoOQ dalnty ;refreshments were eerved and wnIch wa3 featured by the birthday cake with it3 glowing candles. Those who enjoyed the occasion were Helen HIatt, June Griffin, Elizabeth Ann Wiles, Duane Henry, Billy Bob Krecklow, Mary Phyllis (Soennichsen, "Buster" Niel, Shirley and Ann Martin, Margery Lee Smith, Council Bluffs, Jeanette Harris, Joan land Eddie Gradoville. In the enter taining and serving Mrs. Wolff was assisted by Mrs. Phillip Hirz, Mrs. Herbert Smith, Jr., of Council Bluffs and Mrs. Norris Chadderdon. ADDRESSES OMAHA CLUB From Friday's Daily Robert Foster Patterson, principal of the high school, was at Omaha this noon where he was the speaker at the luncheon of the Square and Compass club at the Hotel Conant. Mr. Patterson took as his subject, "Washington and the Muckrakers," Mr. Patterson being a thorough stu dent of the life of tho great revolu tionary leader. Other Plattsmouth guest3 ar the luncheon were William A. Robert- son, Frank A. Cloidt, William F. MARRIED AT COURT HOUSE From Saturday's Dally This morning at the office of County Judge A. H. Duxbury, oc- currcd the marriage of Miss Mable