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MONDAY, JUNE 5, 1939. PLATTSMOUTH SEMI - WEEKLY JOURNAL PAGE ITVE S Junior Tool, who is attending srliool in Lincoln was a visitor in Murdock over Sunday, being a guest of his friend, Edwin Mcllugh. Marion McCrorey of Elmwood was a visitor in Murdock last Wednesday evening and a guest of his brother, I. C. McCrorey, for a short time. W. T. Wertdell was in Lincoln last Saturday, returning Sunday. While there he was a guest of his son Mcrideth and wife, for a short time. Mr. and Mrs. John B. Skirtner, of Lincoln, were Sunday evening guests nt the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Craig. Mr. Skinner is an uncle of Mrs. Craig. Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Craig and the Jlisses Dorothy Gorthey and Geral dine Schmidt went to Weeping Wat er last Monday evening to attend a picture show. Francis Ecery and family were Sunday guests at the home of Mrs. Eccry's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Her man R. Schmidt. Mrs. Ecery was formerly Miss Hulda Schmidt. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Tool were in Alvo last Sunday, where they were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Turner McKinnon for the day. Mrs. McKinnon and Mr. Tool are sister and brother. Mr. and Mrs. A. II. Jones, of Weep ing Water attended the Memorial services at the Murdock-Wabash cemetery last Sunday and also were r-ucsts for dinner at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Roy Gorthy. The la dies are sisters. William W. Payham of New York. an uncle of W. T. Weddell. who had some business in Kansas City, ran up from there last Monday to see Mr. Weddell. The visit was greatly enjoyed by both men, as they had net met for the past 4 8 years. Decoration day found L. Neitzel as usual at Wyuka cemetery in Lin coln to decorate the graves of a daughter-in-law and his life compan ion for 5S years. He has not missed this annual pilgrimage for twenty years ever since he owned a car. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schmidt, of Wabash, came via Murdock on last ! Tuesday, picking up Mr. and Mrs. Herman R. Schmidt, parents of Louis, and his daughter Miss Geraldine, af ter which they continued on to Om aha where they have relatives buried and looked after decorating the graves. Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Robson, of Lin coln, were in Murdock last Sunday, visiting at the home of Mrs. Rob son's father. Edward Galloway. They had intended to go to Flattsmouth to decorate the graves of relatives, but due to the illness of Mr. Rob son, who was stricken suddenly, they remained at home. Mrs. Lou Tearson, of Springfield. 111., sister of Henry E. Carson, and daughter of Mrs. Mary Carson, was visiting at the home of her mother last Saturday and Sunday while on her way to Dodge City, Kansas, at which place she is to visit for a time. Mr. Carson was out to the farm last Sunday for a visit with his sister. May 2S was annual conference Sunday at Fremont, Nebraska, and I.. Neitzel journeyed thither to lis ten to a great sermon by Bishop Stauffacher. of Kansas City. Mo., and to meet with some of the older min isters he labored with in former years. He also visited with the Mar tin family, near relatives, at Cedar Bluffs. Home from Visit in Wisconsin Mr. and Mrs. Merle Gillespie, who have been visiting for some time in Wisconsin at the home of the par ents of Mrs. Gillespie, returned to Murdock Monday of last week. They enjoyed a line time while away, but were pleased to get back home again. Interested in CCC Camp Growing out of the meeting which was held in Manley last Monday, a considerable amount of discussion has been engaged in as to advisabil ity of putting forth an effort to ob tain the location of a CCC camp here. Just what will be the result of the movement, if it gets to that stage, is not known at this time. Home from the West Norman Schewe. son of Mr. and M:3. W. O. Schewe is home from a western .trip, being a guest at the heme of his parents. He went out with two other youths. Oris and Moris Rikli, who are still out there tu:d have positions, although Norman Si ys work in the state of Oregon, at C::ndy. where they were located, is ncne too plentiful. Speaking about crop conditions, ot:t there. Norman says things look very fair, although there is complaint voiced of a lack of moisture. Hi be lieves the complainers should visit this part of the country where the mURDOGK 1 drouth has been prolonged and they could best appreciate their own con dition. Norman likes the country out there, but not finding: sufficient em ployment, returned to visit with the folks here. Modernizing Home Water was being installed in the residence property recently purchas ed by George Small, during the past week, the work being done by Mr. Small and Carl Buck. The home is to be made modern and will make a splendid place of abode for Mr. Small and family. Results of Ball Games Last Tuesday evening the Bible school team defeated? the Tigers. The second game was to have been be tween a team from Elmwood and one from Ashland. The latter failed to appear, and a pickup team was organized to compete against the Elmwood boys. We did not learn the result of this game. Postpones Moving Date Homer H. Lawton, who last week disposed of his home in Murdock and purchased another in Lincoln, will continue to' reside here for some time, as he will not be able to get posses sion of the property purchased in the capital city until later in the sum mer. In giving up possession of the home here, a move became necessary and the family has moved to the house north of I. C. McCrorey's place, where Frank Dean formerly lived. and will reside there for the time be ing. AVOCA NEWS It is reported John Marquardt and Howard Greenrod will open a ser vice and repair station for cars in the building which housed the business of the late Thomas Straub. Elmer Halstrom and wife, accom ranied'by Mrs. Edward Wilson of Lake Worth, Florida, and Mrs. A. W. Fropst, of Jacksonville, Florida, both of whom have been guests here at the Hallstrom home, were in Platts- mouth for Memorial day, Fred Marquardt and family went to Louisville last Sunday to attend a birthday celebration in honor of Mrs. Bedella Stander, mother of Mrs. Marquardt. Oscar Zimmercr and his mother are having their home painted and redecorated on the interior, with Clyde Hollenberger doing the work. Held Successful Flower Show Saturday of last week the Avoca Garden club held their flower show, with 25 different entries that filled the building. There were a number of very beautiful exhibits and more than a score prizes were awarded. Guests Here This Week Mrs. A. V. Thomas and daughters, Nadine and Eileen, of Shenandoah, Iowa, have been spending the past week at the home of Mrs. Thomas' father, Postmaster W. H. Bogaard. With the close of the school year at Shenandoah a week ago. they were pleased to be able to get away and "Grandpa" was equally pleased to have them with him. Attend Meeting at Nebr. City Nebraska City was paid a visit last Thursday evening by the Tribe of Yessir, Omaha good will envoys. In connection with their visit, invita tions "were sent out to nearby towns to send delegations for the dinner and fun-fest, and many responded, but it is doubtful ir any town was more largely represented than Avoca, as there were in the neighborhood of thirty of our citizens present. A most enjoyable time is reported. To Snend Summer in Lincoln rrof. Leland Dannels, one of the teachers in the local schools, with the closing of the school year, goes to Lincoln, where he and his mother, who has been here with him, will re side during the vacation Beason and Mr. Daniels will attend summer school at the University of Nebraska. Severely Injured Last Sunday While Ernest Sailing and family, including Marius Nelson and Bobbie McDonald, were at Arbor Lodge Btate park at Nebraska City for a picnic last Sunday, Mrs. Sailing suf fered a fractured hip -when she stepped from the car into a pock et or hole in the ground, causing her 'to fall. She was taken to the Deeter hospital at Otoe, where she has been receiving treatment. The weather is pretty warm just now to be confined to one's bed. but she will have some time of it before the fractured bone knits. Rubber Stamp., prompt tfeTlv ery, lowest prices. All sizes at the Journal office. Wabash News Rose Marshall, of' Lincoln, who formerly resided here, was among those attending Memorial services at the Wabash cemetery last Sunday. Glen Copple and family, former residents of Wabash, were here for Memorial day and as well were visit ing with their many friends, as they resided in this neighborhood for a good many years and have many friends here. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schmidt went to Murdock last Monday, where they picked up Herman R. Schmidt and wife, parents of Louis, and their daughter, Miss Geraldine, driving to Cmaha. where the' decorated the graves of relatives for Memorial day. The people of Wabash and vicin ity are very appreciative of the services of Feter Gradoville, who came from his home in Flattsmouth to direct the music at the Memorial day services heTe. Mr. Gradoville is a very capable band director and has a number of bands over the county under his direction as part of the WFA Recreational program. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. II. H. Gerbeling on last Sunday there were gathered the other members of the family, where all enjoyed a very pleasant visit and an excellent din ner. Those present besides Mr. and Mrs. Gerbeling, were their son, Or ville Gerbeling and family with the folks from Lincoln and Mr. and Mrs Emil Bauer and family, of Waveiiy. Undergoes an Operation Miss Mildred Stanley, who has been employed in Lincoln for some time, was stricken with a sudden at tack of acute appendicitis last Sat urday a3 she waited for a street car, and immediately called her sister. A doctor was summoned and she was rushed to a hospital. Being extreme ly sick, efforts were made to contact the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stan ley here, but as the only telephone is in the elevator and Mr. Marshall living in Weeping Water, he could not be gotten. At suggestion of her sister, Edward Lorenzen of Weeping Water was called and he drove to Wabash to make the parents here aware of the condition of the daugh ter. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley hastened to Lincoln and the operation was performed early Sunday morning. The patient rallied very nicely and since has been making good progress towards recovery. Lincoln Car Hits Local One The public farm meeting which was held at Manley on last Monday and the free movies gave that town a large gathering of people, which held away into the night, and when the gathering was over people were in a hurry to get home. John Card- well and party, which contained his family and as well Frank Reese, of Wabash, were among the first to leave Manley. As they drove along, the car of Mr. Cardwell developed trouble and he drove to the right or north side of the road, pulling well out of the line of traffic to care for the car. As other cars came along, some stopped to see what was the matter with Mr. Cardwell's car, thus allowing but little room to rass. A car driven by Dr. G. E. Condra of the state experiment association at Lincoln struck the Cardwell car in the rear, damaging both cars, but causing little injury to the driver. The sheriff was called and the matter threshed out. after which all departed for their homes. Just where the blame rested, we do not know, but Mr. Cardwell is out a car to drive to work with. .Memorial Day Observance Most important news from Wa bash and vicinity during the past week is that of the Memorial Day celebration which was staged at the Wabash-Murdock cemetery. The day was, fine and the usual large number from nearby and dis tant points were at the cemetery to decorate the graves of loved ones and renew acquaintance wifch old friends and neighbors. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Tom S. Allen, who never miss coming back to decorate the graves ot the family and meet the old tim ers. Also Rev. and Mrs. W. A. Tay lor, of Union. Rev. Taylor, a former pastor of the Baptist church here, for years has delivered the Memorial day address, but this year was un able to respond to the request made of him for similar service, due to poor health. He did, however, open the ceremonies with prayer. One of those who has always been on hand for Memorial day, but could not make it this year, due to sick ness, is John C. Brown, now resid ing at the home of his daughter, MrB. A. B. Stromer, at Alvo. His absence was noticed by many who are regular attendants. Sherman Hardaway was in charge of arrangements and was assisted by a number of others here and at Murdock. Miss Myrtle Wood was in charge of securing the speaker and had contacted County Judge A. H. Duxbury, who made an excellent ad dress. The firing squad of the Elm wood American Legion post fired a salute to the soldier dead. The graves were profusely decorat ed and after the exercises time was given to visiting as old acquaintances met for the first time in a year. MANLEY NEWS Mr. Harms has had a new set of screen doors hung at the store. Business called Fred Flaischman to. Weeping Water last Wednesday, ho making the trip in his car. Joe Stokes and family of Weeping Water were guests last Monday at the home of Mrf and Mrs. Fred Fla ischman here. Harry Haws and Thoo. Harms at tended the Tribe of Yosssir dinner and funfest at Nebraska .City last Thursday evening. Uncle C. E. Moekenhaupt was in disposed several days last week, but by the end of the week was feeling considerably better. The young ladies of the Sodality of St. Patrick's Catholic church met the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Stander last Sunday evening, June 4lh. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Ran. who re sided at Friend andUtiea in bygone days, went to Friend for the annual Memorial day services. A number of their relatives and many old friends are buried there. Sunday guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Harms were Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Birkman, daughters Gloria and Lois, Gerald Birkman and wife Mrs. Henry Peters and daughters Misses Evelyn and Leatha. A splen did dinner was served, followed by a pleasant social afternoon. A large number of members of the St. Patrick's Catholic church were present for the services held Friday evening to mark the closing of the month of Ma-. The service was held on the lawn of the church grounds in front of the "Grotto." Miss Rose mary Stander placed the crown on the head of. the statue of the Bless ed Virgin. Mrs. John Koon. formerly of Louisville, but lately making her home at Omaha, Tias been visiting in Mauley for several days with her daughter, Mrs. Rudolf Bergman and family. On last .Tuesday, Mrs. Berg man took her mother to Louisville, where she will visit with her son, Harold Koop, for a time, before re luming to her home in Omaha. Entertained on Memorial Sunday Mr. and Mrs. John Rohrdanz were host and hostess at their country home on Memorial day to a group of relatives and friends. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Waldo Minford of North Platte, Mrs. Minford be ing a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rohrdanz; Robert Wiles and family, Harold Krecklow and family, Her bert Rohrdanz and family, and Law rence Krecklow and wife. Graduates from York High John Rauth. Jr., grandson of J. C. Rauth, who has been a student at thP York hisrh school, where his parents. Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Rauth, have lived for several years, finished the high school course there this year and was a member of the large class graduated last week. Mr. and Mrs. John C. Rauth drovel to York to attend the graduation ex ercises, enjoying a visit with the family of their son over night and returned home the following day. Manley Host to Many Visitors On last Monday it was estimated that Manley had one thousand visi tors on the streets and in the build ing where the farm meeting to dis cuss matters of interest was held. A most interesting gathering was had and a lively discussion of farm prob lems, particularly the formation of a soil conservation district. In addition to this important meeting there was the regularly weekly free picture show which alone had attracted al most 500 people the week before. Enjoyed Pleasant Gathering Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Cullen of east of Avoca entertained a group of friends at a delightful card party on Friday evening of last week. Those from Manley who attended this af fair were John C. Rauth and wife, John F. Carper and wife, Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Stander, John A. Stander and wife, Frank Bergman and wife and Miss Leana Daveraux. and with the many who attended from the neighborhood cf the Holy Trinity church in that vicinity, made up a very large crowd. A neat sum was realized (a3 this was a benefit party) with which to carry on the work of I the church. Elmwood News Mr. and Mrs. Jay Stanton, who operate the produce station, were in Douglas Memorial day afternoon, go ing to visit relatives and old time friends. County Treasurer John E. Turner, wife and daughter were in Elmwood last Tuesday, coming to attend the Memorial program, as well as to visit with their friends here. County Treasurer John E. Turner was in Elmwood on Tuesday of last week, coming to visit with the rela tives here and to participate in the Memorial exercises at the cemetery. Richard Gustin and family, who reside in Lincoln, were in Elmwood from Sunday until Wednesday, and enjoyed meeting their friends for Decoration day and the days follow ing. Edward Borncmeier says the first cutting of alfalfa this year will be exceptionally light, and the yield of subsequent cuttings will depend en tirely on weather conditions from no on. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Peterson and the children of Topeka, Kansas, formerly making their home here, were visiting in Elmwood and at tending the- Memorial exercises last Tuesday. C'lcyd Turner and family, who re side at Marquette, where Cloyd is in a bank, enjoyed a visit with relatives and friends in Elmwood over the week end and the Memorial day holi day the fore part of the week. Roy Eidemiller, wife and little ones from O'Neill were in Elmwood visiting at the home of George Eide miller and other relatives and friends and also attending the Memorial day exercises at the cemetery. Miss Mabel Sterner, daughter of J. Sterner, who has been visiting in the south at the home of her uncle, Charles Sterner, during the past several weeks, returned home last Sunday after having enjoyed a very fine visit. Mrs. I. J. Fuller, who makes her home in Omaha, was here for Memor ial day and enjoyed meeting many old friends. While here, they visited with Cliff Anderson and family and took care of decorating the graves of relatives. Lucile Bornemeier, who has been employed in Omaha as a nurse since her graduation, enjoyed a visit at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bornemeier for a short time before leaving for Otiicago, to take a position as nurse in a hos pital there. Monte Meadows and family, of Ralston, were in Elmwood last Tues day, coming to visit at the home of Herman Pentcrman and to see Ed ward Penterman, who has been kept to his bed for several days following a stroke. Mrs. Meadows is a sister of Herman and Edward Penterman. Here for a Day Only Harry Wilcoxson, of St. Louis, came to Elmwood, as he always does, for the Memorial day program. He was not accompanied by Mrs. Wil coxson due to the fact that she was too ill to come. Harry only remained for the services and had to hurry back to his sick wife and to look af ter business. Alumni Banquet Last Monday Alumni members of the Elmwood schools were gathered at the com munity hall last Monday for a most pleasant banquet and reunion. The attendance numbered 19 4. Members of the Ladies Aid society served the banquet, which was great ly enjoyed by all. Although not a member of the "Ladies Aid, Herman Penterman had an active part in the work as he spent nearly all of the following day getting the utensils and property which was used back home again. Made an Impressive Sight The procession which marched to the cemetery last Tuesday for the Memorial day observance, was head ed by a color bearer, with Old Glory floating in the breeze. Then came the band directed by Feter Grado ville of Flattsmouth. Besides the band members here, there were a number from Murdock. As they marched and the band played, the group sang "America" and "Nearer My God to Thee." At the cemetery, Rev. E. M. Hawkins of the Elmwood Christian church offered the invoca tion which opened the exercises. On the return march from the cemetery, the band played and the marchers sang "God Bless America" and "Stars and Stripes Forever." Church and Bible School Picnic Members of the Evangelical church and Bible school gathered at Ante lope park in Lincoln Sunday, June 4, when there was held an opeu air service and session of the Bible school. After this there was an abun- Coming To Fair s 'A J Mrs. Erwin C. Easton is pic tured with "High Time," one of the star performers of the Wi nona Farm stables of her and her husband, which will compete with other members of equine royalty at the California World' Fair on Treasure Island frorr June 30 to July 9. The interna tional horse show has drawn entry of more than 1,000 cham pions of the show ring from al! parts of the United States t compete for $55,000 cash awards dance of good eats for the noonday repast and all enjoyed a splendid time picnicking and visiting for the day. They returned home In the evening, tired and hungry, but happy after a most pleasant day's outing. Hold Eeunion in Lincoln On May 28th, members of the Bornemeier, Kuntz, Reuter and Oeh lerking families gathered at Ante lope park in Lincoln, where they en joyed the day visiting and an excel lent picnic dinner, and looking af ter the business which called them together. Fred Reuter was chair man of the committee composed of Henry Oehlerink, Emma Clements, William Bornemeier and Ed Borne meier. Another committee will serve in arranging for the 1940 reunion. There were 142 present for the picnic dinner served at midday. This is the 19th consecutive year the organization has gotten together, and a most enjoyable time is had by all the relatives. Departed for the East Harry Green, who has been trav cling through the west looking after the sale of wall paper, returned to Elmwood last week. He has been granted a month's vacation, during which time he will be in charge of business at the Greene drug store and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Greene will visit in the east. They departed for New York last Wednesday morning and will be gone three weeks. Dur ing that time they will visit with Mr. Greene's grandparents and take in some of the sights of the est, in cluding the world's fair. Upon their return, Harry Greene and wife will go to Chicago for a visit at the wholesale paper house as well as the paper mills where the wall paper which Mr. Greene sells is manufactured. Obscrved Memorial Day The people of Elmwood and vicin ity in conjunction with the Ameri can Legion, celebrated Memorial day at the beautiful Elmwood cemetery, in a most fitting manner. Graves of the soldier dead had been marked beforehand. Guy Clements presided as chairman of the program at the cemetery and introduced the speaker. County Judge A. H. Duxbury, who deliver an in spiring address. On account of the wind that was blowing and having to speak out of doors, all were not able to hear the address. To conclude the program, the uni formed firing squad fired a volley over the graves of the soldier dead. Many former residents were gath ered at the cemetery, coming to dec orate the graves of deceased relatives and all enjoyed the opportunity of renewing acquaintance and visiting together. VINE CODDLED; TOMATO EIPENS DURHAM. Me. (UP) Mrs. Etta Spier has been rewarded for the ten der care she has given a tomato plant found growing in a pot with another plant. A medium sized to mato is ready to be picked. Whether your printing Joo t large or small, it will recelva our prompt attention. Call Bo. 6. : ' If ALVO Clyde Armstrong of Kansas spent Decoration day with his niece. Mrs. Elmer Rosenow and husband. The business people of Alvo are r.gain providing free shows on Sat urday night for the general public. The first show was given Saturday evening. May 20. Many Alvo people were out of town for Memorial day services. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Kecfer of Glen wood. Iowa, were present for the morning church services on Sunday. They were visiting Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Boyles. Alvo young folks who hate been attending the University of Nebras ka are home for vacation. Warren Hammell. son of Rev. and Mrs. Ham mcl. i.3 among the graduates. Officers and committees are mak ing plans for the Alumni banquet to be held Thursday evening. Th Ladies Aid Society will serve the dinner. Quilting: Party Mrs. Roy Stewart gave a quilling party at her home Thursday evening. May 2.1, to a group of neighbors. Shasta daisies and roses dci-oralc-d the table, bluebird cards announcing the engagement of her daughter. Josephine R. Stewart to Harold II. Hoffman of Ashland, whose wedding will take place July 5. Physician Looking- Over Town There have been a number of rumors that a physician from Lin coln is to locate in Alvo soon. It was even rumored that he had rent ed a house and was moving in at once. I nose reports are not authen tic. However, a Lincoln physician has been down looktng over the town, checking up on business pros pects, etc. The Alvo people would be happy to have a good physician locate in this community. . Pays Tribute to Alvo Because of Rev. John Hammers thoughtfulness in sending a con gratulatory message to Dr. Bert L. Stroy (a former Alvo minister) iijkoi his recent appointment ;is the Lin coln district superintendent. Dr. Stroy will pay tribute to the Alvo church by making his first visit to the church upon assuming his new position. He will be here Sunday, June 11, and an all day meeting will b held. Death of Mrs. Smith Mrs. Smith, who, with her ton. who works for the Rock Island rail road as a section hand, moved here from Havelock several months ago. passed away Thursday evening. She had been in poor health dur ing her residence here. A couple cf weeks ago, she had the misfortune to fall and break a hip, which caus ed her severe pain. This accident con tributed in no small measure to the hastening of her death. Entertains for Last Club Meeting Mrs. Earl Bennett entertained the club at her home Friday afternoon. May 2d. This was the last regular club meeting for the year. In Aug ust, just before club opens up for tin; new year, an annua picnic for club members and their families is to be held at the town park. There were fifteen present for this year end meeting, including three ,Tiiests. Hrs. Kahlor was in charge of the program, which was a health pro gram. The afternoon was a pleasant event for all present. Mrs. Bennett served delicious ice ci com and angel food cake. Services for Mrs. Dinpes Funeral services for Mrs. Mary jmiikc'S were neici at a t.incoin mor tuary Monday afternoon i:t 2:00 o'clock. Mrs. Dinges was the mother ot Arthur Dinges of Alvo. Rev. W. B. Bliss of Milford spoke a comforting message to the bereav ed members. Dale Ganz gave a mes sage in song. Burial was in Wyuka cemetery at Lincoln. Pall bearers were Gerald Garner, Roscoe Hill. Ralph Slaughter, Charles Cone, Wil liam and Fred Rassmussen. Mr. and Mrs. Dinges have the heartfelt sympathy of their maty Alvo friends. Postmistress Attends Convention Mrs. Pauline Rosenow, locI post mistress, attended the Omaha con vention for the National Association of Postmasters. Postmaster Gener.il Farley was present for the banquet, which made the meeting especially interesting. Postmasters were shown through the Omaha post ofTice and termin.il building, which was very Inlerestirg and instructive. During Mrs. Rosenow's absence, the assistant postmistress. Mrs. Dor othy Edwards, was in charge of the post office.