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Hebr. State Historical Society VOL. HO. LI PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA, MONDAY, MAY 13, 1935. NO. 29 Eagles Prepare for Meeting of State Aerie Here Committee of Local Aerie Arranging a Fine Program for Entertain ment of Visitors. The local aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles are now busy on planning the entertaining of the etate aerie of the order which will convene here June 16-13 inclusive. The committee in charge of the gen eral arrangements is composed of W. M. Barclay, past state president, Bernard G. Wurl and W. II. Wool cott. The committee has received the badges for the delegates as well as the visiting members of the order Yrlll be here for the state meeting. It has been arranged that the ad dress of welcome of the convention will be given by Mayor George Lush insky and the response of the state president. The citizens will be asked to dis play the welcome flags during the days of the convention, greeting the visitors from outside the city. Among the Interesting events that are planned will be a visit through the Nebraska Masonic home and the plant of the Norfolk Packing Co., to Inspect these two great institutions. The committee has received the as surance of the thorough co-operation of the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary club and the Business Men's Ad club In every way possible. The Ad club will give four prizes, one to the tall est and the shortest male visitor at the convention as well as the largest and smallest lady affiliated with the Eagles who is here fcr the conven tion. TUm Plattsmouth aerie . of, the Eagles will give loving cups to the aerie showing the largest gain in membership and the best exempli fication of the degree work of the order. The Jesse Bus3ey orchestra has been secured to play for the banquet and dance to be held as a part of the entertainment program of the convention. In the entertainment of the ladies the committee is composed of Mrs. Louis Ward Egenberger, Mrs. Edward Gabelman and Glen Whitman and whieh will have as their opening fea ture a card party at the dining room of the Hotel Plattsmouth ca Monday afternoon of the convention. It is expected also to have an open meeting for the residents of the com munity as a part of the convention program. HAVE DELIGHTFUL TIME From Friday's Dally The Delta-Deck bridge club held a very pleasant meeting last evening at the home of Mrs. H. C. McMaken on North 56th street. Omaha. There was a large number of the members making the trip from this city to enjoy the delightful hospitality of the McMaken home. In the playing the high score was won Vy Miss Margaret Scotten and the second by Mrs. Rea McMaken. The home waa arranged with the spring flowers and at the conclusion of the evening dainty and delicious refreshments were served. The club had as guests Mrs. Ralph Busche, Mrs. J. H. Carter and Mrs. Barbara Hulse of Newton, Iowa, who is a gueet of her sister, Mrs. Mc Maken for a few days. The local members of the club were taken to Omaha in the cars of Miss Mathllde Soennichsen and Mrs. Milford Bates. MANY SPEAKING DATES R. Foster Patterson, principal of the Plattsmouth high school and one of the best known public speakers In this section of the state has a busy program of speeches at various school commencement exercises. This even ing at Salem, Nebraska, Mr. Patter eon will address the graduating class on "There Were Giants in Those Days." He also will speak at Nehawka on May 16th; Union, May 16th; Elk Creek, May 17th; Otoe County 8th grade exercises at Nebraska City, May 18th; Silver City, Iowa, May 23rd. Pbono the newt to no, B. FIRST ASSESSOR IN Edward Gableman, assessor of the fifth ward of this city, has the honor j of being the first of the county assessors to complete his work andj turn in the final report to County! Assessor W. II. Puis. Mr. Gabelman has served as the assessor for the past several years and his efficient handling of the office has made it possible for his getting over the ward and checking the residents and their property. Funeral of Mrs. Peterson is Held Today Held at the Sattler Funeral Home; Many Old Friends Gather to Pay Last Tributes. From Friday's Dally The funeral services of Mrs. Mar tin Peterson were held this afternoon at the Sattler funeral home at Fourth and Vine streets, where a large num ber of the old friends gathered to pay their last tribute to the memory of this estimabfe lady. Rev. C. O. Troy, pastor of the First Methodist church of which the de ceased had long been a member, con ducted the services and brought to the members of the family and friends words of consolation and hope in their bereavement. Mr. Frank Cloidt gave as solo num bers, "Wonderful Peace" and ."It , Is Well With My Soul." Mrs. O. C. Hud son being the accompanist. The body was laid to the last rest in Oak Hill cemetery west of the city. The deceased lady was born May 8, 18 87. at Guide Rock, Nebraska, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis N. DeWolf, and when a child ot but a few months the family moved to the vicinity of Weeping Water and where the members of the family grew to manhood and womanhood. She was married here at Plattsmouth In 1906 to Martin Peterson, who with the daughters, Alice and Mrs. Roy F. Turner, mourn her passing. There also survives the aged mother, Mrs. Eliza Crozier DeWolf. Weeping Wa ter; four brothers and four sisters, Emery DeWolf, Upland, Nebraska; J. E. DeWolf, Callaway City, Cali fornia; William DeWolf. Nebraska City; Thomas R. DeWolf, Lincoln; Mrs. Jessie Miller, Dresden, Kansas; Mrs. Alice Bates, Plattsmouth; Mrs. Noll McHenry, Plattsmouth; Mrs. S. D. Butcher, Houston, Texas. The father preceded her in death a great many years ago. HAS CAR STOLEN From Thursday's Daily Last night Edward Rummel, well known farmer of Mynard missed his car, which he had left parked in the yard at the farm and at once notified the officers in this city of the taking of the car. A general search was made for the car and a few hours later Of ficers Plckrel and Stewart discovered the car parked near the corner of Sixth and Pearl street, where it had been left a short time before by a young man. The -owner of the car was notified of the finding of the car, but Mr. Rummel declined to prosecute the young man and was satisfied with the roturn of the car undamaged. SEEK SHELTER AT JAIL From Thursday's Dally The cool weather lost evening caus ed the city jail to be a popular place for the wanderers who were caught out last night and Officers Plckrel and Stewart were busy providing shelter at the city bastile. There were seven men who made application for shelter as well as two colored women hitch hikers who had arrived here early In the evening. The two women however were given shelter in other quarters for the night and today sent on their way rejoicing. FUNERAL OF ROBERT COOK From Thursday's Daily The funeral party of Robert C, Cook, resident here since 1916, de parted this morning from the Sattler funeral home at Fourth and Vine street, going to Mound City, Missouri, where the family formerly resided and where Mrs. Cook is at rest. (M - a - Doodle Friday & ipeoiai will be Paid in Plattsmouth on These Two Days Watch Next Thursday's Journal For Special Prices Also read the Rocster-Bcoster ads in Thursday's issue for low prices on merchandise to further increase returns from roosters ! These Rooster Days have been money-making days in the past for all poultry raisers who come to Plattsmouth and this year will be the best ever. Rooster eating guess ing contests with prizes as before, also $2.00 prize for largest load and $2.00 prize for load brought from longest distance. in this trade territory. Payments in scrip. Special High Prices for Your Roosters -Special Low Prices for What You Buy! Mothers and Daughters Hold Fine Banquet Sttged at Church Parlors of Eight Mile Grove Lutheran Church Many Attend. From Saturday'3 Daily: Last evening the mothers and daughters of the community west of this city were entertained at the Eight Mile Grove Lutheran church, where the annual Mothers-Daughters banquet was held and a large num ber preeent to take part in the event. The banquet room was tastefully arranged and the spring flowers used in the decorative plan to add their charm to the ecene. Mrs. Julius Engelkemeier presided over the banquet as toastmistress in a very charming manner. During the serving of the banquet E. IL Wescott of this city played a delightful program of piano selec tions to add to the pleasures of all of the members of the banquet party. Mrs. A. Lentz, wife of the pastor of the church, offered the Invocation. Mrs. Edward Gansemer gave the address of welcome to the members of the party and to which the re sponse was given by Lorene Engel kemeier as the program of the even ing was opened. Mallnda and Hilda Frederich and Catherine Hild were heard ' In two very charming piano numbers that were much enjoyed. Miss Selma Kreager gave a re sponse to a toast honoring the moth ers of the community that was much enjoyed. Hiss June Keil also was called up on for a delightful response to a toast honoring the occasion. Miss Marie Lentz gave one of her always delightful readings as her part of the program of the evening. James Schafer was presented in a vocal solo, "Asleep in the Deep" which was given most effectively by this young man. The main address of the evening was by Mrs. E. H. Wescott, who spoke on "Road Signs," a very Inspir ational talk and also was heard In two vocal numbers. HERE FROM SOUTH BEND From Thursday's Dally M. E. Bushnell, the assessor of South Bend precinct, was In the city today for a few hours, attending to some matters of business at the court house and with County Assessor W. H. Puis. Mr. Bushnell is busy In checking up the residents of his pre cinct and listlner the Dronertv for the (annual tax levy. - Do IN PLATTSMOUTH i Saturday, May 17-18 IN CO-OPERATION WITH THE POULTRY DEALERS 'retnium f rioe PLEASANT BIRTHDAY PARTY From Saturday's Dally: Last evening the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry G. Soenplraeen--was the scene of a very delightful, gathering of the young friend3 of their son, John Melcholr, to honor his eleventh birthday. In honor of the occasion a birth day dinner was served at 6 o'clock and the dinner featured by the birth day cake and Its glowing candles to add to the charm of the event. Following the dinner the members of the group were given a theatre party at the Ritz to add to the com pletion of a very happy event for all of the youngsters. These who enjoyed - the occasion were James Mauzy, Jr., Donald Mar tin, Billy Hula, Fred LIndeman, Jr., James Brown, Billy Griffin, John and Richard Soennichsen. Rooster-Booster Days Set for Last of This Week Friday and Saturday, May 17 and 18, There Will Be Record Prices Offered for Roosters. The Business Men's Ad club, In conjunction with the poultry dealers of the city, are preparing to stage an-j other of the big Rooster-Booster days for Friday and Saturday, May 17th and 18th and at which time there will be premium prices offered tor, the roosters that are brought to the city by tho residents of the local trade territory. There will be advertisements of special bargain offers as well as the bring in the roosters, for the largest load of roosters, $2 and for the one coming the longest distance in this trade territory there will also be a f 2 prize, both being given In scrip. The business houses of the city are co-operating in offering special prices for all lines of merchandise during the two days bo that the visi tors to the city can realize a real ad vantage In both the selling and buy ing on these two big days. There will be tdvertisements of the special bargain officers as well as the premium price to be offered for the roosters and which will appear in the Thursday issue of the Journal and give news of the fins opportun ities that these two days have to of fer to the residents of our locality. Watch for the announcement of the rooster price and the special bar gains and prepare to be here Friday anu Saturday to take full advantage of the fine opportunities that are afforded them. Two More Big 0 For toasters Eagles Select Officers for Ensuing Year Edward Gabelman Named President of Host Aerie for State Con vention in June. From Friday's Dally Plattsmouth aerie No. 365 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles met last evening at their lodge rooms in the Eagles building to take up the im portant matter of the selection of the officers for the ensuing year. The following were named: Worthy President Edward Gabelman. Worthy Vice-President Ray Whiteman. Worthy Chaplain Lawrence Klttenbottom. Secretary John E. Schutz. Treasurer B. G. Wurl. Worthy Conductor Cass Syl vester. Inside Guard John Jordan. Outside Guard Arthur Lam berson. Trustee William Hiner. Physician Dr. R. P. West over. The aerie regretfully accepted the declination of James Rebal to serve as the treasurer of the order at the close of twenty-five years In which he has handled this office. Mr. Rebal has been an untiring worker for the order and his splendid administration of the treasureship has been greatly appreciated by the membership of; the order. William Barclay, B. G. Wurl and William H. Woolcott, special commit tee on the Eaglos state aerie here June 16th-18th inclusive, gave an outline of the program for the meet ing that had been developed so far. Tho state aerie coming here Is t distinct honor to the city and the civic bodies should get busy in as sisting the Eagles lodge in every way possible to make this one of the most successful meetings that the order has held. The Btate aerie will bring representatives here from all sections of the state to participate in the great meeting. The committee is developing their plans and will have several meetings with the aerie between now and the opening of the state aerie. WESTMINSTER GUILD MEETS From Friday's Daily The Westminster Guild held a very interesting meeting last evening at the home of Marie Vallery. Devotlcn als were led by Mary Swoboda. A very interesting lesson on our "Na- tional Boards and Missions" was given by Mrs. Cloidt. At the close of the meeting delicious refreshments were served by the hostess. HEBE FROM THE WEST George Rhoden, who has been spending the past year in the west ern part of the state, returned to this city to visit with his son, Galen Rho den and family and other relatives and old friends here and at Murray Mr. Rhoden has been at the home of his son, Glen and family near Ven ango, Nebraska. The many friends are pleased to see this fine old time resident back home and to be with the old time associates. Senior Class Play Pleases a Large Audience "Hot Copy" Proves One of Most Inter esting Class Plays Presented in Recent Years. From Saturday's Dally: A large audience last evening wit nessed the production at the Platz theatre of "Hot Copy," by a fine cast of the talented young people of the class of 1935. The play was woven around the activities of the "Evening Herald," a small town newspaper and in which the various elements of com munity life were shown in the con duct of the paper and the romance that emerged from the "Hot Copy." The scene was laid in the business and editorial rooms of the newspaper and here the exciting events of the play were presented by the young people of the cast. Grace Welch carried excellently the role of "Sylvia Dale," society editor,, while Francis Stoll as "Bill Gregory," a reporter, gave a clever Interpretation of this character. Don ald Cotner as'"Bud Rice," the fore man of the papor and its composing room. Bessie Carey and Mildred Cacy carried excellently the parts of "Jean Corwln" and "Peggy Wilson." writ ers. Alice Wiles very cleverly enact ed the role of "Hazel Winston." a social climber, while Frederick Frlcke was well cast as "Kenneth Wade," the editor of the paper and carrying the chief role of the play and whose romance with "Jane Corwln" made one of the happy endings of the play. Joe Case proved a fine character Im personation as "Dudley Kay," a poli tician and the holder of the financial obligations of the newspaper which he sought to control for his own ad vantage. Virginia Trively waa de lightful In the character of "Mrs. De- vine," socially prominent in town and whose activities must be followed by the newspaper. Much of the comedy of the play was furnished by John Nottleman as "Randolph Peters," a colored boy. i Adding to the pleasure of the clev erly given play was the orchestra of the high school under the direction of Hoyt Griffin, supervisor of music, which gave the overture and a short musical program in the Intermis sions. The girls trio, composed of Jane Boedeker, Velma Edwards and Lois Meade, members of the senior class, also added to the program with their excellent musical offerings. The play was one that the mem bers of the cast and their director, Wayne Alvord can feel greatly pleased with in every way and the earnest work that they have given in the past weeks in its study and direction waB reflect"- in the clever way that it was prest ed. In the production of these school; plays there is always a force of un seen workers that have a largo part in seeing that the offering Is smooth ly guided through to success and which requires a number of commit tees that are busy for days before in getting set for the play. Among those is the committee of properties, Naomi Day, Dorothy Zitka and Louise Bakke; the stage managers, Doran Tiownmn. RrnHt Rlchter. Marlon Reed. Charles Walden and Arnold Buechler. Miss Mary Solomon was 1 the book holder and prompter for the play. One of the Important fea-' tures of the class play is the flnan-j cial success that will go toward the! parting gift of the class to the school ! and In this committee Carl Hula.' Charles Walden, Avis Sylvester, Ger- aldine Griffin and Frances Gamblin' did a very excellent piece of work, The class was assisted in the preparation for the play also by Miss j Florence Belghley, class sponsor. Mother-Daughter Banquet Held at Elmwood Friday Fine Program Enjoyed by Ladies in Eeautifully Decorated Parlors of the Methodist Church. An outstanding event for the month of May in Elmwood, was the Mothers and Daughters banquet, served at the Methodist dining room on the evening of May 10th. A delicious three-course meal was prepared by the groups led by Mrs. Henry Manning and Mrs. L. Davis, and was served by the men of the church to about 150 women. White candles and red tulips decor ated the tables and the favors of red candles in a marshmallow, placed on a lace tumbler dolley, were used in a candle lighting service during the program. Lilacs and tulips in profusion de corated the room, giving a festive air to the occasion and indicating that Mrs. Charles Miller and her assistants were not only energetic dining room leaders but artistic as well. The program was planned by Mrs. W. B. Bliss, the pastor's wife, and Mrs. H. T. Capwell, who acted as toastmistress. Miss Harrigan led the singing with Mrs. Guy Clements accompanying. The program theme, "Traveling Life's Highway," was separated Into five periods, babyhood, childhood, youth, motherhood and old age. Special features were: Solo, "Moth er I Love You," by Frances Ellen Arnold; Reading by Betty June Winkler; Horn solo by Donald Kelly; Solo by Mrs. Vernon Clements; Read ing "Mementos," Mrs. Eldon Stark; A parable, "The End of the Journey," Mrs.. Arlo Pratt. An effective candle' lighting service was given by Mrs. Bliss. Six young women dressed in pastel colored gowns representing. Faith, Confidence. Sympathy, Understand lng and Tolerance, explained the In fluence they had In the Uvea of moth ers and daughters. Each one lighted the candle of the hostess at a table, who in turn light ed the mothers' candles. After read ing the pledge for mothers, the moth ers lighted their daughters' candle who in turn read their pledge. Special recognition was given to the oldest mother present, who was Mrs. Cramer of Syracuse, who also was the mother of the largest family. She is now 82 years old and has been the mother of 13 children. Mrs. Mary Arnold of . Lincoln was given recognition as the mother of the next largest family, numbering eight. Tho mother of tho youngest child was Mrs. Philpot of Weeping Water. A basket of flowers was presented to the president of tho Ladies' Aid, Mrs. Herman Reuterman, in appre ciation of her untiring efforts for the society. RETURNS. FROM C0ITVE2TTI0K From Friday's Dally The Plattsmouth ladles who were In attendance at the state conven tion of the P. E. O. society at Ord, re turned home last evening. In the party were Mrs. Louis Lohnee, local president, Mrs. E. II. Wescott and Mrs. Virgil Perry. The ladles report a very fine convention and Ord as a most attractive city and where there Is a great many very fine homes and attractive churches and business houses. The country nearby shows tho effects of the drouth of last year and has been swept by high winds and in many spots there are deep holes where the loose sand and dirt has been blown out and swept over other sections of the state. WILL DELIVER ADDRESS R. Foster Patterson of this city has been invited as tho chief speaker at a banquet given by the Masonic bodies at Summerfleld, Kansas, on May 29th. Mr. Patterson who is a gifted orator and has been in great demand for the commencement ad dresses this year, will also be the memorial day speaker at Summer field. Frank A. Cloidt of this city has also been invited to have a part In the program with one of his alway enjoyed vocal solos. journal ads bring you nw of timely bargain a. Head Ineml