The Plattsmouth journal. (Plattsmouth, Nebraska) 1901-current, February 16, 1939, Page PAGE THREE, Image 3
4 roSSAR? 16. 1839. P1ATTSM0TTTH SEMI - WEEKLT JOtTSNAL PAGE THKEE r "Social From Monday's Daily Honored at Luncheon Joseph J. Chovanec was the guest of honor at a 12 o'clock luncheon, tendered in his honor at. the home of Mr. and Mrs. Max Bowman in the southeast part of the city last week. The luncheon was served by Mrs. Bowman and all present enjoyed a good time. Those present were: Mrs. Walter Steinkamp and son, William, Mrs. Frank Chovanec, Mr. and Mrs. Max Bowman and family and the guest of honor, Joseph J. Chovanec. Social Workers Flower Club The Social Workers Flower club held their second all day meeting at the home of Mrs. Walter Martin on February 8. Despite the cold weather a good crowd attended. Each lady brought a covered dish and a delicious dinner vas served at the noon hour. The time was spent in quilting and plans were made for the March meeting. Mrs.. H. A. Peterson was awarded the club quilt that the ladies had pieced and quilted. The next meeting is the 25th an niversary and will be held at the Mynard Community club on March 8. Surprise on Phillip Born Saturday was the 65th birthday of Phillip Born, one of the old resi dents of the community and in honor of the event, Mrs. Born and daughter, Mrs. Otto Petereit, arranged a very much enjoyed surprise. The party composed of. relatives and old friends arrived at the Born home and car ried out the . surprise on the old friend. In honor of the occasion Mr. Born received a number of attrac tive gifts. The evening was spent at pinochle and at an appropriate hour a much appreciated luncheon was served by Mrs. Born and Mrs. Petereit. Those to attend the event were: Messrs. and Mesdames Henry Born, J. E. Meisinger, John P. Meisinger, Henry Starkjohn, Phillip Meisinger, Adam Stoehr, Otto Petereit. George Born, Phillip FornofT, Mrs. Catherine Nolting, Louis Born, Mr. and Mrs. George Fornoff and Mr. and Mrs. Born. Have Family Party The country home of Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Ferrie, west of this city, was the scene of a very delightful fam ily dinner party on Sunday, they having Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Otto, of Auburn and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Chriswisser as their guests. After dinner the members of the party en joyed the time in pinochle. . Mr. and Mrs. Otto returned the latter part of the week from a motor trip that has taken them to old Mexico and the southwest. They had the pleasure of visiting many of the t Aim I? a mi j I lahu, rmu ana RANCH BARGAINS ' TO TRADE -Cattle for horses. .Phone 187-J. fl3-2tw FOR SALE Baled Prairie Hay, S7 ton at Earl Becker's. ltw . FOE SALE Some extra nice sweet clover seed, yellow bloom; 1 good 4-year-old mare; 1 smooth mouth mare in foal and some 1 and 2 year old colts. Roy Gregg, Nehawka. fl3-2td-ltw SpocooooooQOOoootdoosooososoQcceooceooooooocoosoooosr February s Special Values AT SOENNICHSEN'S PART LINEN CRASH TOWELING H ftC Bleached or Unbleached. Good weight Per yard 1L vr 80 SQUARE PERCALE PRINTS -f I c Excellent selection of patterns. Per yard .11. Lt PRISCILLA CURTAINS, Pastel Colors I Qc Beautiful Self-ruffled, Crisp Dotted Marquisette, pair jXlJ CHILDREN'S LONG COTTON HOSE -fl Ac Bibbed style. All sizes. . Per pair JL vr SWEATERS, Women's and Misses All Wool Slip-Over and Coat styles. Former values to $1.95 at v'JJ. SHEETS, Fine Quality, Long Wearing iflkChC Size 81x99. Extra big value J 5 OOOOGOC old monastaries and catacombs that are a part of the century old settle ments in the east and central sec tions of the country and also took the opportunity of visiting some of the more mountainous regions. Dur ing their stay in the southern repub lic they enjoyed viewing a bull fight. one of the great sports of the Mex icans. On the return home Mr. and Mrs. Otto came by way of Little Rock, Arkansas and Kansas City and home Owing to the high water in the Ohio valley they abandoned their trip up the east side of the Mississippi. How ever they had a trip that they will long remember. Entertained at Omaha Mr. and Mrs. Edward Remar en tertained at their home Sunday in Omaha at a 6 o'clock family dinner, honoring Mrs. Remar's grandmother, Mrs. James Jelinek of this city who observed her 81st birthday anni versary Sunday. Eleven guests were present to help Mrs. Jelinek cele crate the occasion. Mrs. Jelinek is a pioneer resident of this community and has lived for the greater part of her life in the west part of the city where she has made a legion of friends. Since the death of her husband several years ago, she has made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Anna Zitka. Al though at her advanced age, "Grand ma" Jelinek as she is well known, is hale, hearty and is in the best of health. Those present to partake in the extension of birthday wishes were: Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Wiysel and family. Miss Dorothy Zitka, Mrs. Anna Zitka, Ernest Zitka all of this city; Mrs. James Remar, Mrs. Jam bor, Dorothy Hazuka, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Remar, all of Omaha; and the guest of honor, Mrs. James Jelinek. Honored on Birthday Clarence Meisinger, well-known farmer residing In Cedar Creek was surprised Saturday evening when a large group of farm friends gath ered at his home to help celebrate his 54th birthday anniversary. Everyone came with packed baskets of food of all sorts and varieties which made a delightful' feast. The evening was spent in play ing pinochle and Fritz Nolting was the winner of first prize in the men's prizes while Elmer Tritsch wits awarded the booby prize. Mrs. Elmer Tritsch was awarded high prize in the women's section and Mrs. George Kaffenberger was awarded the con solation prize. Mr. Meisinger was presented with a lovely gift as a token of birthday greetings from all present. Following the party refreshments were served. The following guests were present: Mr. and Mrs. John Rummel and son, Richard, Mr. and Mrs. George Kaf fenberger, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nolt ing, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Born and son, Georgie, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Tritsch and sons, Marlon and Dick, Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Nolting and son. Gene, Mr. and Mrs. Don Seiver and daughter. Donna Bea, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Davis, and the guest of honor, Clarence Meisinger and his wife, Mr9. Meisinger. Surprise for Young Sailor Last evening a large group of the close friends and neighbors tendered a farewell surprise party in honor of Joseph" J. Chovanec, who left for Chicago early this morning. The event occurred at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Chov anec, it coming as a complete sur- prise to Mr. Chovanec. All came with 'well laden baskets of the var ious delicious varieties of food and everyone enjoyed a sumptuous feed. The evening was spent in playing pinochle by the senior group and spoon was the chosen game of the Junior group. In the gentlemen's division Joseph F. Kvapil was the winner of the high score, while Mrs. Frank Konfrst was the winner of the high score in the ladies division. The evening was also spent in a jolly good time with plenty of fun and laughter as reminiscences were dis cussed during the evening. Refreshments were served during the evening by these young ladies, who acted as servers: Misses Phyllis Robbins, Agnes Clark, Willene Rusk, Lillian Chovanec, and Agnes, Kon frst. Those present at the occasion were: Mr. and Mrs. John Kubicka and sons, Bernard, Dowell Anthony, and Edward; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Chovanec and sons, Albin and Vladis, daughter, Lillian; Mrs. Frank Kon frst and sons, Frank and Jerry; Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kanka, Phyllis Rob bins, Wesley Gradoville, Joseph F. Kvapil, Willene Rusk, Henry Krejci all of this city; Miss Agnes Clark of Bellevue; Miss Agnes Konfrst of Omaha; and the guest of honor, Jo seph Chovanec of Great Lakes, Illi nois. From Tuesday's Dally Attend Omaha Tea Mrs. Marjorie Lohnes and Miss Anna Marie Rea attended a tea Sun day afternoon which was given by the Omaha Dental Assistance asso ciation at the home of Ruth York in Omaha, who is the district president. Mrs. Norma Edger, president of the state association, and Miss Augusta Taylor were in charge of the pouring. Attend Dinner at Lincoln Mr. and Mrs. William A. Robert son were at Lincoln Monday evening where they were guests at the Fel Iowcraft dinner at the Y. M. C. A. This is one of the Masonic social events of the capital city. Hold Valentine Party A young1 . people's valentine party was held last evening in the Fellow ship room of the Presbyterian church where sixty guests, representing var ious young peoples organizations were present to enjoy a good time together. The evening was spent in playing various games of all kinds which prov ed to attract a great deal of inetrest and attention and which were en joyed by all present. Following the party refershments were served by the committee. The following committees were re sponsible for the event: Decoration Committee : Miss Janet Westover, Chairman. Publicity Committee: R'chard Hitt. Chairman. Posters Committee: Miss Doric McPherson, Chairman. Games Committee: Eleanor Giles, Chairman. Refreshments Committee: Misses Gloria and Norma Johnson. W. C. T. U. Meeting The W. C. T. U. held a very de lightful business and social meeting at the home of Mrs. Oliver Hudson at 1019 Main street. A very large group of the members were present. The meeting opened with the de- votipnals in charge of Mrs. D. S. Sumner. As her first thought, she used "The Conflict" taken from Ephesians 6:10-16. "The Way" n from Isaiah 30:21 and "In Memory taken from Revelations 14:13 were also other otplcs used by Mrs. Sumner. The regular business meeting was held by the women. Following the meeting the mem bers enjoyed a program which was There is No Substitute For Insured Safety with liberal earnings pro vided for in Installment Payment Shares for savings, any amount at any time, to accumu late earnings ; or Investment Shares for cash income in mul tiples of $100.00 up to $5,000.00. Save Safely in Federal Insured Shares! flebr. City Federal Savings & Loan Association Chartered and Supervised by U. S. Government also in charge of Mrs. Sumner. The program was chiefly devoted to "Health and Medical Temperance" and this subject was carried out in a round-table discussion. Mrs. Hal Gar nett, in her splendid manner, ren dered a beautiful and one of the old favorite hymns of everyone, 'The Little Old Church in the Valley," Mrs. O. C. Hudson being the accom panist. The roll call was given dur ing the afternoon and as each mem ber answered the roll call she gave something on one or other of the subjects that were the center of the round-table discussion. A short memorial service In honor of Fran ces Willard was also held. Following the meeting, which closed with the W. C. T. U. bene diction, refreshments were served by Mrs. Hudson assisted by her grand daughter. Miss Jean Hudson. Prom Wednesday' Can Entertains at Bridge Mrs. M. O. Webb entertained at two tables of bridge at her home Mon day evening. Mrs. L. S. Pucelik was awarded the first prize while Mrs. Frances Wiles received the special prize. Refreshments were served follow ing the party. . The guests present were: Mrs. Ne ville Hodson, Mrs. L. S. Pucelik. Mrs. Theodore Ptak, Mrs. Herbert Schuetz, Mrs. Russell Kunz, Mrs. W. V. Ryan, Mrs. Daryll B. Ash baugh and Mrs. M. O. Webb. Westminster Guild The Westminster Guild of the Presbyterian church met last evening at the home of Miss Marie Vallery where a number of the .members were present at the usual' business meeting held duriug the evening. One guest, Mrs. Bertha Shopp was present. Miss Gertrude Vallery was the leader and Mrs. H. G. McClusky was in charge of the devotionals. Mrs. McClusky used as her lesson "The Spiritual Life Group Work." Her topic was "Grace, Mercy, and Peace." Following the meeting refresh ments were served by Miss Vallery. Standard Bearer Girls The Standard Bearer girls of the First Methodist church met Monday evening for a business and social meeting at the farm home of the Misses Kathryn and Alice Grosshans. Hostesses for the -evening were the Misses Alice and Kathryn Grosshans, Shirley Mason and Clara Kauble. The business discussion of the evening was taken up with the mak ing of plans and arrangements for a party which will be held for the or ganization on February 20. Three standing committees were chosen to take charge of the affair. Mis Aileen Reed was" selected as chairman of the ticket sales. The chairman of the game committee is Miss Alice Jane Grosshans while Miss Mary Mc- Carroll is chairman of the arrange ments committee. Discussion of the Standard Bearer quilt which is well under way was also held. The lesson of the eve ning was presented by the club'a leader. Miss Dorothy ' Glock. Following the business meeting an interesting and educational program. which consisted of movie slides por traying "The Life in India" were shown the members. At an appropriate hour refresh ments were' served by the hostess. The members had the pleasure of having Mrs. R. B. Hayes as a special guest for the evening. Honored on Birthday - Junior Sell was the recipient ot a very delightful surprise party ten- DR. JOHN P. Wednesday Febr. 22 Plattsmouth Hotel PLATTSMOUTH, NEBR. We have secured the most scientific instrument and expert technicians to run it. This instrument will locate any diseased condition from which you are suffering. It will tell you you need not tell it. One member of your family may have free examination. Other members of the same family at one-half the regular fee of $5.00. No clothing need be removed. Married ladies should be accompanied by husbands, if possible; ' that both may have the knowledge this machine makes available. Remember it is best to KNOW' just what causes your ailments and how to remove them, than to be told later you have an in curable disease. 0 PLATTSMOUTH HOTEL, PLATTSMOUTH, NEBR., WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 -CLINIC HOURS, 10 A. M. TO 5 P. M. Dr. John P. Johnston, B.C. (Please Bring This Ad with You) dered him on Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Stein kamp in the south part of the city. The occasion marked the 19th birth day anniversary of Mr. Sell and a large group of his friends and neigh bors gathered to help him celebrate the event, it coming as a complete surprise. The evening was spent in playing games of all kinds and Dwight Atte berry, Charlotte Steinkamp, Neil Lancaster, Bob Rlchter, Delbert Schwenneker and Elma Atteberry were awarded the prizes for the eve ning. Following the party Mrs. Stein kamp, assisted by Mrs. Lancaster, served refreshments. Those present were: Audrey Baird, Lu Netta Falk, Jean Johnson, Char lotte Steinkamp, DeLoma Dooley, Elma Atteberry, Bob Richter, Earl Wiles, Neil Lancaster, Bill Stein kamp, Delbert Schwenneker, Donald Dooley, Dwight Atteberry, Raymond Johnson and the guest of honor, Junior Sell. CAQJ From Monday's Daily Mrs. Myrtle Hathaway was in Union yesterday to spend the day visiting with relatives and friends. Marion Frike, of Lincoln, was here Sunday to visit with relatives and old friends and spent today in Omaha. Mr. and Mrs. "Shake" Spear of Fort Crook, were here Sunday as guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Trotter and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Sedlak. from Tueaday'B Dally Mr. and Mrs. D. E. Waller had as Sunday guests and visitors Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Ablott and their daugh ter, Virginia of Omaha. Herman Reichstadt was in Omaha Monday afternoon where he visited with his brother. Dr. Emil Reich stadt, and received treatment as he has not been well for some time. From Wednesday" Dally Marion Tucker, of Nehawka, was here this morning to spend a few hours attending to some matters of business at the court house. Mr. and Mrs. John A. Long, of near Louisville, were in the city to day to look after some matters of business and visiting with friends. W. S.' Warren, of Omaha, repre senting the Standard Oil Co., was in the city Tuesday for a few hours loking after some matters of busi ness for his company. EIGHT MILE GROVE LUTHERAN CHURCH 10:30 a. m. English services. 2:30 p. m. Mr. Ray Livingston will speak on "Where Is My Wander ing Boy Tonight." All are urged to attend. 7:30 p. m. Luther League. Wednesday, February 22 The ladies aid will meet at the church parlors. Hostesses, Mrs! Fred L. Hild and Mrs. Ernest Hild. Sunday, February 26 10:30 a. m. English services. The semi-annual congregational meeting Will be held in connection with this service. TAKEN TO HOSPITAL Marion Schlieske. 9, Is at the St. Joseph hospital at Omaha where he will receive treatment and probably an operation. The lad suffered an in jury some time ago in a bruise on the back of his head and which has grown worse until an operation is (thought to be necessary. JOHNSTON'S VACATIONING IN WEST Miss Anne Knieke is enjoying a two weeks' vacation from her duties at the offices of the Norfolk Pack ing Co., in this city, taking Advan tage of the time for a journey to the west. She is visiting at points in Wyoming and Utah and then goes on to San Francisco. Miss Knieke is to spend a part of her time in viewing the world's fair that is being held on Treasure Island in San Franeisoo bay and the many places of interest In the great golden gate surround ings. TO TAKE EEAUTY COURSE Miss Phyllis Bobbins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Robbins, left for Omaha Tuesday where she will make her home in the future. Miss Robbins has entered the Capitol Beauty School and will take an ex tensive course in beauty culture. The many young friends and class mates of Miss Robbins will regret to learn of her leaving Plattsmouth and hope that she may be successful in her endeavor. RETURNS TO CALIFORNIA Mrs. Roy F. Turner, who has been here for a visit at the home of her father, Martin Petersen, as well as with Mr. and Mrs. Ben Turner, par ents of her husband, departed Tues day for her home at Burbank, Cali fornia. She will Join Mr. Turner at Burbank where they are now mak ing their home. The little son will remain here with Mr. and Mrs. Turner, his grandparents for the present. NEW SON AT GRAY HOME From Tuesday's Pally A seven and a half pound son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gray early this morning at their home on Lincoln avenue. The mother and little one are doing as well as could be expected.- and the event has brought a great deal of happiness to the members of the family. neosooocooscocooccocoocccccococcccoo chigk na 8 Special discount on February !j booking of BABY CHICKS jjj from the Gibbs Hatchery, of Nebr. City. Ask for prices! COMPLETE LINE OF 8 Wayne Feeds, Brooder Houses and jj Stoves and All Chick Supplies 8 Peat Litter. . .$2.85 bale Chick Starter. .$2.65 cwt. 3 Less a 25c Introductory Discbunt on the First Sack SEE ME NOW ABOUT HYBRID SEED CORN i HERMAN P. MEISINGER fc? Piatt. Phone 2402 Mvnard. Nebraska ISecoeeosososo&oooGcceoosoeoocosoooQc . . . nw - 11 k i rew- r. rrr to 17 " Proving that the response to such a call for help often does more than merely save furniture. or live stock ItJ THIS CASE Is youtf foanelsimilarly protected ? THE IMCOtN TEUPH0KE 'A NE8GASM COWHY , LA PLATTE CHURCH NOTES Sunday night services were in charge of Albert Luginsland of Fort Crook, while the pastor. Rev. Ballen ger opened a revival meeting In the Rock Creek school house six miles south of Plattsmouth. A good crowd came from the La Platte church and good attendance is expected. Rev. Ballenger preaches the old fashioned gospel and those who have heard him say they want to hear him again. Services every night at 8 o'clock. Everyone welcome. Church notes same. Rev. Ballen ger preaching Sunday morning and Albert Luginsland Sunday nifcht. MRS. ROY V. BISHOP. Subscribe for the Journal. NEW LOW PRICES on IFIEEi ALL NW STOCK 26 Free Choice Laying Pellets . .52.15 All-Mash Laying Pellets . .$1-75 Concentrate, 32 $2,50 Oyster Shell ..... .056 Chick Starting Mash $2-35 SEE US FOR Hills Famous Chix Price is Right PLATTSMOUTH CREAMERY LOWER MAIN St. PHONE 94 Illi(f. SCIIOOf, VOTKS ;ivi: iiiciik r. I FNDYf m.ttHQ"' v, , likllltl VtLt.lfil.llh J IIVHII. J (CE&ESCO.NLBaASk:) l-K is standing today ) because it had A f rt i QUI txri- AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY SBJVIHG ITS fOPL I T km & "-' : .... 1 , -