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The Falls City Tribune VoI> VI FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA, FRIDAY, OCTOBER I, 1909. Number 39 “Without the house cleaning process every party of power degenerates/'— Falls City News, November 3, 1905 THE WEEK'S SOCIAL EVENTS — AS TWAS TOLD TO OUR SO CIETY EDITOR Various Kinds of Entertainment by Individuals, Lodges. Clubs, Churches, Etc. Miss Clara Tanner gave a very pleasant entertainment last Thursday evening complimentary to Miss Lois Keeling, who leaves soon for a win ter in Aurora, 111. Guessing games and flinch were the amusements of the evening. Three tables were play ed and the game fully enjoyed until eleven o’clock, when lovely refresh ments were served. Mrs. Charles Sharts assisted the hostess. The evening was a decidedly pleasant one. The L. B. T. club was entertained by Mrs. George \V. Holland last Thursday afternoon. As is the cus tom with these ladies, needle work was much in evidence and music was contributed by several guests. A splendid dinner was served at six o’clock. Miss Gladys Holland assisted her mother in serving. Among the guests of Hie club who were invited to enjoy Mrs. Holland’s hospitality were Mrs. Genic* Mosley ot Belton, Mo., Mrs.W. S. Korner, Mrs. Isham Reavis and Mrs. T. J. Gist. A very enjoyable party was given last Friday by Dr. and Mrs. Roberts complimentary to Mr.and Mrs. S. L. Davies, who left Monday night for their new home in Lamro, S. D. Sum’erset was the game of the ev ening and four tables played with unflagging interest until half past eleven o’clock. Mrs. S. L. Davies held the honors of the evening for winning the greatest number of games. Mrs. Roberts served dainty refreshments, assisted by Mrs.Davies. The Missionary kensington of the Methodist church met with Mrs. George Schock last Friday afternoon and a large crowd was out. There were also many visitors present. Lovely refreshments were served by Mrs. Schock and her daughter, Miss Nellie. A very nice sum was realiz ed from this kensington. Miss Floy Grinstead gave a ken sington last Saturday afternoon in honor of her sister. Mrs.lines of Spokane. Wash., and Mrs. John Gil ligan. The guest list was limited to the members of Sorosis and the Shakespeare club. The rooms look ed beautiful with a profusion of cut flowers, palms and ferns. Two very interesting guessing games furnished amusement for a part of the after noon. as needle work did not claim the full attention of those present. Delicious refreshments were served, Misses Hdna DeWald and Louise Rule assisting the hostess in serving. Miss Grinstead is a charming hostess and every moment was filled with pleasure for those who were favored with her hospitality. Last Saturday being Rev. Bailey's birthday, a number of his friends planned a surprise for him. He went to Humboldt on the afternoon train expecting to return about five o'clock but missed his train and surprised the surprisers by not showing him self until about nine-thirty. He en tered at onoe into the spirit of the occasion and aided in making hte evening a pleasant one. There was splendid music-and games, and at a late hour Mrs. Bailey, assisted by several ladies of the congregation, served refreshments of the finest kind. A beautiful leather chair was presented Dr. Bailey by his congre gation, as a token of their esteem. It is needless here to comment upon his appreciation, which was plainly shown. The evening was one of the week’s most enjoyable affairs. Mr. and Mrs. John Powell enter taincd friends for seven tables of som’erset last Monday evening for Mr.and Mrs.Simon Davies, who were leaving for their Dakota home. Ten closely contested games were played before the refreshment hour arrived, when Mrs. Powell served delicious refreshments, assisted by her daugh ter, Miss Lela and Miss Maddox. Music by Miss Graham and Mrs. Davies was enjoyed. Most of the guests remained until train time, as Mr. and Mrs. Davies were leaving on the night train. It was a lively party, each one seeming inclined to do their part for the pleasure and amusement of others. Mr. and Mrs. Davies will be greatly missed in Falls City’s social circle, for they are gen erally popular and number their friends by the score. We wish them the same good feeling among the new friends as they leave among the friends in this city. Miss Ethel Cade gave a very de lightful kensington last Saturday af ternoon in honor of Miss Charlotte Culp of Hooper, Col. A dozen young ladies were present and pretty and dainty needle work was much in evi dence. There were a number of fine j musical selections by some of the guests. Elegant refreshments were servi d at five o’clock by Mrs. Cade and Miss Ethel. The atmosphere both in doors and out was very lovely and thoroughly enjoyed. The B. B. T. club and several of their friends enjoyed a glorious pic nic at the Chautauqua grounds at Salem last Monday. They went in hacks and carriages about nine o'clock ami all day long enjoyed the glorious autumn day fishing, playing games, etc. Although ample supplies were provided for the dinner and sup per, a fire was kindled, coffee made and meat cooked. Nothing was omit ted that would add to the pleasure of the day. The Pythian Sisters met in regular session Monday evening. The regu lar routine business was in order. There was a good attendance and a very good meeting was held. Mrs. Guy Greenwald entertained at dinner last Monday night for her friends, Mrs. Spahr and Mrs. .Mich aels. Covers were placed for eight. The delicious dinner was served in four courses. Bridge followed in the evening and helped to make the occasion a most enjoyable one. Mrs. 11. It. Miner gave a lovely dinner party to several of Dr.Miner's professional friends last Monday ev ening, as a surprise to the doctor in honor of his birthday anniversary. It was an agreeable and delightful party that sat down to the beautiful ly appointed board and enjoyed an elegant dinner of five courses. A smoker, with a few games of whist followed and made the evening mem orable for its many pleasures. Miss Carrie Slocum entertained at a bridge party Tuesday, compli mentary to Mrs. Spahr of Indianapo lis, Ind., and Mrs. Michaels of Mont pelier, guests of Mrs. Guy Green wald. Three tables were played and the Interest and pleasure of the game remained undiminished until it late hour. Lovely refreshments were served. Mrs. Guy Greenwald entertained friends for three tables of bridge on Wednesday from two until five o’clock in honor of her guests from Indiana. The fascinating game claimed undivided attention through the afternoon until the hour for re freshments arrived, when a dainty lunch was served. Music was fur nished by several present and added much to the many pleasures of the afternoon. Council No. 610 K. L- of S. will meet on Tuesday evening October 5. A good attendance is desired as there will be initiation and installation of officers, after which supper will be served to the members of the coun cil. MARRIED AT NEBRASKA CITY L. C. Edwards and Miss Jessie E. Paxton are Now One. At 10:00 o’clock, Tuesday, Septem ber 28, 1909, Rev. Barnes, rector of the Episcopal church at Nebraska City, united in marriage Mr. Lewis C. Edwards and Miss Jessie E. Pax ton. Friends of both the young people had been expecting this event for some time, but the exact date had been carefully guarded by them. They will make their home in Falls most estimable ladies. having been reared and grown to womanhood here, but recently removed to Ne braska City. Mr. Edwards has lived in the county for many years, having re ceived his education and grown to manhood at Humboldt, from which place he came to Falls City after his election to the office of recorder of deeds four years ago. They will make their home inF alls City. The groom had previously pur chased the Spencer cottage in the east part of town, where they will soon be at home to their many friends. Water a Plenty. During the time for flushing the mains last Thursday, when the water was turned off, Mrs. R. R. Teeter left the faucets in the bath room partly open. When the water was turned on its force completely turned the faiicet and, as the family was away, the bathroom was flooded. When the children returned from school,the water was pouring through the ceiling of the kitchen and dining room. Neighbors assisted the child ren in removing the rug and furni ture, which were not badly damaged. The paper in the kitchen was spoil ed, but all the plaster dried out nicely. Chautauqua Next Year. At the meeting assembled at Judge Gagnon's office Tuesday evening it was a unanimous opinion of those present that Falls City should have a Chautauqua next year. The same officers and board of directors were elected, with power to fill vacancies should any occur. The plan for securing a guarantee fund, which was used last year, was chosen as the plan to be adopted this year. Married. Roswell Fisher and M rs. Ada Wells were quietly married by Rev. Mastin last Tuesday evening, September 2k, 1009, at the home of the bride. The ceremony was witnessed by a few friends. The sincere good wishes I of their friends are extended to them. Chicken Pie Social. | The chicken pie social wliieh the i Episcopal ladies advertised to be I held at Judge Wilhite’s residence on Wednesday evening, Oct, ti, will be I held at R, A. Dittmar’s. The same date, remember, but at Dittmar’s— i the John Wilson property. THE CHI RHO FRATERNITY A NEW FRATERNAL ORDER HAS SEEN LAUNCHED The New Order Furnishes Great j Opportunities for Young Men and is Warmly Praised, Monday night at the Union house forty-one of Falls City’s representa tive men sat down to a sumptuous buiupiet. The dining room was tast ily decorated with palms,potted plants and the national colors. Adam .Voe gle proved himself a great host. Hon. V. (i. Lyford was the king pin of the event in the capacity of toast-master. Ilis opening remarks set forth the great opportunities be fore young men today, and recom mended the work of the Chi Kho fra ternity. Mr. John \V. Hansel, the general manager of tlie fraternity, empha sized the motive of the Chi Kho fra ternity to develop the highest type of achieving manhood in every mail who became a member. Mr. Lloyd Harlow, the general field superintendent, dwelt upon the gen ius of the fraternity, what it had al ready accomplished, and what the establishing of the Chi Kho work would mean to Falls City, and its young manhood. Rev. F. K. Day spoke from inti mate knowledge and rich experience as a lodge man on “Fraternity, it's Place and Possibilities in the Lives of Men." Rev. Day spoke highly of the purpose and plans of Chi Rho. and recommended young men to en ter it. General remarks appropriate to the occasion were made by Rev. R. It. Teet T. Rev. R. Cooper Halley, Dr. Matt hers and others. A meeting for the purpose of organ izing was held Tuesday evening,when the following officers were elected: Honored President, V. G. Lyford; SECOND ANNUAL RALLY DAY ROYAL NEIGHBORS OF AMERICA CONGREGATE HERE. More than One Hundred Visitors Present from Neighboring Towns Day's Poogram The second annual rally day of the Royal Neighbors of America, in cluding the lodges of Brown county, Kansas and Richardson county, Ne brash a. was held in our city last Thursday, September 29, 1909, with more than one hundred visitors from Horton, Hiawatha, Reserve, Morrill. Salem and Humboldt; and a num ber from Auburn, Nemaha county. The Royal Neighbor hacks met. all trains and at noon a lovely dinner was served. At the afternoon session there were fully 190 persons. Mrs. Gifford of Omaha presided. She had prepared a class of thirteen for ini tiation and the work was put on by the Hiawatha degree staff, and was faultless. Among the visitors wore Mrs.M . II Enright of Kansas City,grand supreme} manager of the board of deputies, and Mrs. Jennie A. Keltner, assistant ! deputy for Nebraska from Nehawka. During the afternoon session the place of the next annual meeting was chosen and will be held (it Morrill, Kas. Mrs. Showalter was chosen as chairman of the committee and Mrs. Oelleys was appointed sec retary and treasurer. After the busi ness session adjourned the Hiawatha drill team put on a good military drill on Stone street,and it was many times applauded. This was'followed by a delicious supper at which the visiting Neighbors and families were entertained. Fully three hundred people attend ed the evening session, at which time a splendid program was given. Tho address by Mrs. Enright was except ionally good, as she is an able speaker and her remarks were well PLEASE EXPLAIN Alter the election of the present democratic court house officials—Hutchings, Gagnon, Kenton, Oliver and the others—four years ago, the Kails City News, in its issue of November 10, 1005, made this promise to the voters of Richardson county: “It can be counted upon, also, that NONE of them will aspire to therTHlRD TERM, and on the other hand that they will keep sacred the American policy, which holds the third term proposition as DANGEROUS TO GOOD GOVERNMENT. Please explain why the PROMISE was for gotten. Please tell the voters why the “young as pirants”—.lames and Fallstead—were turned down by the bosses for “chronic office seekers.” Hon. Past President, Dr. Ralph P. Roberts; Hon. V. Pres., Dr. R. E. Mathers; Worthy Chaplain, Dr. A. N. Allison; Worthy Secretary, Harry Craig;Worthy Treasurer,Claude Roe; Worthy Messenger, Jean Cain; Wor thy Guard, Walter Tanner. Meas ures were taken to push the member ship. Falls City Chorus Meets. The Falls City chorus met for the first time this season at the home of j the leader, Mrs. Charles Banks, on [ Monday evening. A goodly number! i were present and plans for the com ing year were discussed. After the! singing of one of last year’s favor-1 ite choruses, Mrs. Banks announced! a surprise for the members in the i [form of a short impromptu program. I Miss Alice Cleaver and Miss Helen J McGavic of Ottumwa, Iowa, a niece j [of Mrs. Banks’, played a violin duet, “Nazareth." Florence Cleaver then | sang a sacred song by Marston with obligato by Miss Alice Cleaver. In response to the request of the chor us Miss Banks played a Chopin number, followed by an encore. At- j ter the program much amusement! was caused by the reading of verses ; from a Browning birthday book in which all the members were asked to write in celebration of Mrs. Bank's birthday. At the close of the even ing light refreshments were served by the hostess, and the members then departed to meet again next Monday evening and begin work for the coming year. St. Thomas Church. Services for next Sunday are: 10:45 a. m. choral celebration of the Holy Eucharist. The sermon sub ject. "The Guest Chamber.” 7:30 p. m. evensong and sermon. A large vested choir will render the music. The handsome brass proces sional cross, made by Graham & Co., of New York, and presented by the parishioners will be used by the choir next Sunday morning. Master Tom Hargrave is the Crucifer, lately ap pointed by tlie rector. Scats free. G. L. NEIDE, Hector. chosen ami made a good impression. The drill contest followed, which was between the Reserve team under Capt Chase, and the Hiawatha team under Capt. Lowell. Both teams are un doubtedly fine, but an error by the Hiawatha team threw the decision to the Reserve team. The judges were it. C. James, ,1. it. Pickett and Geo. Falistead. The first prize was $10 and the second $5. The day was a splendid one and great credit is due Mrs. John Carico for the success, for as chairman of the committee, she has spent a great deal of time and labor, and with Mrs. Tom Jenkins as a Worthy assistant, they accomplished what they had in mind, a successful, enjoyable and profitable day. Young Man Makes Good. The Nebraska City Press has this to say of Max Werner, a former Falls City hoy: “The enterprising firm of F. W. Cleveland & Son has plenty of oppor tunity to display its wares in show windows, and the present artistically arranged display has caused much favorable comment from passersby. Mr. Max Werner, who has this work in charge, deserves much credit for his latest attempt to display goods to the best possible advantage, and Cleveland & Son are to be congrat ulated upon having this young man in their employ.” M. P. Agent Injured. The M. P. agent of this place, E. E, Marr, was quite seriously hurt last Monday while trying to extricate the Pacific Express Co's, horse, that that became entangled in the harness that was hanging in the barn. The animal, struck him in the breast, and lie has been quite ill since then. For Sale. Large farm in Richardson county. Close to school, five miles from town,! phone, daily mail, good improvements j Easy terms. For full particulars see or write—Farmers A. Merchants Loan i & Trust Co.. Humboldt, Neb, 3^ ;’,t i DIED AT STELLA. Little Barney Riley Bowman Died At the Age of Three. Special from Stella Little llarney Riley Bowman died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bowman, Wednesday monring, September 22, 1909. He was three years old the first of last August, and was the idol of the home and will be greatly missed by the neighbors also, as his winning way made him a favorite with all. lb’ was sick about two weeks, and from the first lint little hope was enter tained for his recovery, although ev erything was done that loving hands could do. The funeral services were held from the Lutheran church Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Shirk, and the burial was at I’rairie Union cemetery. The sympathy of the en tire community Is extended the sorrowing family. Rev. Teeter at Craig, Mo. The Craig Leader, In speaking of the Craig reunion, lias this to say of Itev. It. It. Teeter of this city: "The principal addresses of the two last days were made by Hr. If. It. Teeter of Falls City, Neb. Ilis sub jeds were "The Measure of a Man" and "Faying the Fries’" Mr. Teeter has been appearing on the public platform for several years, under the auspices of a lyceum bureau. He lias a grand message, one that very forcibly presents Hie deep intellect uality of the speaker and gives in spiration and courage to Ids hearers. Ilis sense of humor is keen, pene trating, and he delivers ids argu ment in a manner that is profoundly convincing. Dr. Teeter is a brilliant and enthusiastic platform success." Miss Clara 10. Bttshnell of Chicago was in the city over Sunday the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Reichel. Sun day night she gave a lecture on "Home Missionary Work" at the Baptist church which was well at tended. Monday she addressed a large number of ladies at an after large number of ladies at an after noon meeting. Miss Bushell is at the head of the Baptist Home mission ary society. She left Tuesday for Pawnee City. "The Tiger and the* Lamb" presents both possible and stirring situations and does it in the most delightfully entertaining manner. The characters are clean cut and vivid, and the story has both weight, depth and great sympathetic and absorb ing Interest. It goes into no large arguments, nor does it preach or bat The infant daughter of Mr.and Mrs. Jesse Shaw died last Friday of chol era infamton. The death of the little one is felt even more keenly because of the illness of the mother, who underwent a serious operation for tumor. Mrs. Shaw seems to be gaining very rapidly under the cir cumstances. Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Davies and little daughter, Gwendolyne, left Mon day for their new home in Latino, S. D. Mrs. Davies will remain most of the time in Dallas until Mr. Davies has their house completed. Here's to good luck and prosperity for them in their new home. Rev. .1. It. Buruworth of Washing ton C. II.. Ohio, a former resident of ibis countv and ci y, is in the city this week renewing old acquaintan ces. Our Col. C. 11. Marion went to school to him in his early boyhood days and enjoyed a good visit with Mr. Burn wort h. Miss Sadie Steele went to Lincoln last Friday. She was accompanied by her three nieces, Mary, Dorothy and Margery Steele. The little girls re turned Monday, but Miss Steele re mained for a longer visit. Miss Lillian Edwards of Detroit, Mich., who lias been visiting her sis ters, Mrs. A1 Bure hard and Mrs. E. Fry, left Tuesday for a visit with her sister.Mrs.George Coddington, at Auburn. Frank Neitzel has given up the express business at Columbus, Neb., and has returned home. He and his brother, Hob, will continue to oper ate the affairs of the Neitzel marble | works. Mrs. M. C. Conover and daughter, | Helen of Verdon and a niece of tin former who is visiting her from Lib erty, were visitors at this place last; Saturday. At a tea given by the ladies of the Presbyterian church, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Loree last Friday night over $21 were realized. Mrs. Herbert Kerr is Improving quite rapidly now at the home of Dr. W. H. Kerr. She recently under went a serious operation in St. Joe. Narcissus, sacred lillies and tulips at Simanton & Pence, tie with any problem. At the Geh ling Saturday night. An auto party composed of Ewing Herbert, Dr. and Mrs. Lee and Miss Campers came over from Hiawatha Friday evening. Miss Cora Michaels of Montpelier, Ind., is the guest of Mrs. Guy Green wald. She is on her way home from Salt Lake City. Kev. G, F. Reichel and wife moved the first of the week into the house on South Harlan street, just south of Ferd Harlow’s. Roy Llvingood was over from Mor rill Monday. He was accompanied by his sister, Miss Hazel, and Mrs. Latin ing. Mr. and Mrs. P. H.Jussen r> turn ed Friday from a three weeks’ visit at their old home in Ripen, \\ is. Hoscoe Anderson was down from Humboldt Saturday. Mrs. 1*. S. Heacock was a Kansas City' visitor Friday. SUCCESSFUL HORSE SHOW THE ELITE OF THE EQUINES ON DRESS PARADE. A Most Satisfactory Outcome for the Initial Effort Awards Satisfactory to All. Falls City’s first attempt at a Horst* show was made Wednesday, September 20, and can only be call ed a success. In every way it went beyond the best expectations of tbo managers. They had hoped for 100 entries; there were over 160. They hoped for good animals in the ring; never tins bettor horseflesh be<*u shown in Ibis or adjoining counties. They hoped for a fair show of ap preciation front the public; the crowd was far and away beyond their expectations. They hoped for good weather and had the benefit of a glorious bright day. Kverythlng was favorable for a successful day. Tin* amount subscribed by the citizens made up the premium money and there was cash to meet all ex penses. Kvery class was well repre sented and there seemed to he satis faction with all decisions and awards. There is a bright prospect for a repetition of the show next year and a desire on the part of the public that it should become an annual event in l liis city. Mr. Parkinson of Pawnee City was a fair and impartial Judge, and his decisions showed a fine knowledge of the strong points of the animals of each class. The Christian church band furnish ed music during the afternoon. The following premium list was submitted by the secretary, J. W. Keisehick. Lot A. Class ], three entries— first, J.A . Sipley; second, Herman Woif; third, Fred Haeffle. Class 2, two entries—first, Freder ick, Durfee and Wtltse; second, Jno. Y ousel. Class !!, eleven entries—first, Win. Huettner; second, John Yoeseljthird, H. C. Wittrock. Class 4, twelve entries—first, Chau. Weick; second, Mart Kelley; third, Henry Meinhart. Class 5, nine entries—first, Albert Ernest; second, Louie Buchoiz; third, Thompson Bros. Class ti, eleven entries—first, Chas. Weick; second, Thompson Bros.; third, Thompson Bros. Class Fi, eight entries—first, Fry Bros.; second, - McClean. Class 8, three entries—first, John Yoesel; second, H. C. Witt rock; third, Mike Mahoney. Lot B. Class I. four entries—first, J. S. Scarlett; second, ltoss Goolsby; third, H. C. Prichard, Class 2, one entry—first, J, H. Bauer. Class 4, nine entries—first, Tiios. Coupe; second, Louie Bippes; third, Jas. Whitney. Class 5, fifteen entries— first, Jno. Shouse; second, Morris Sheehan; third, J. A. Bauman. Class t>, four entries—first, Camp. Minnick; second, Ross Goolsby; third, R, Horrocks. Class 7, seven entries—first, James Montague; second, Ernest Werner; third, A. L. Bobbitt. Class k, twelve entries—first, Jas. Osborn; second, E. Gebhart; third, James Mettz. Class 9, twelve entries—first, Mrs. James Montague, second. Mrs. Dr. Boose; third, Mrs. Frank Raven Class 10, four entries—first, J. M. Forney; second, James Mettz; third, Joseph Schuler. Class 11, two entries—first, Zett& Camblin; second, Audrey Marion. Lot C. Class 1, four entries—first, A. II. Morehead; second, John Crook;third, Mike Mahoney. Class 2, four entries—first, Fred Oherst; second. Matt Poitner; third, Earl Lemon. Class 3, nine entries—first, Ander son Miller; second, John Hutchison; third, Fred Oberst. Class 4, three entries—first, Philip Zimmerman; second, H. C. Wittrock; third. Gust Zimmerman. Lot D. Class 2, one entry—first, second ami third, Elmer Heiser. Lot E. Class 1, four entries—first, Henry Moinliart; second, Charles Kratz; third, John Kieseheck. Class 2, five entries—first, V. N. Jones; second, V. X. Jones; third, Fred Friedley. Class 3, two entries—first, Fred Friedley; second. Lawrence Wheeler. Class 4, eight entries—first, Frank Uhlig; second, Fry Bros.; third, Fete Brecht. Degree of Honor. All members of the Degree of Hon or are urged to be present at their next regular meeting, which will be held Thursday evening, October 7. The grand chief of honor, Mrs. May mo Cleaver, will be present. Kemember the date and be there promptly at 7:30. /
