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Neb-- Stai ni-torical Society omn Vol. No. LV PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 1939. NO. 83 Local Men to Associated Indus tries Meeting ... Chamber of Commerce to Be Repre sented at Meeting of Associated Industries at Grand Island. The session of the directors of the Chamber of Commerce on Thursday was largely devoted to the discussion of the meeting to the Associated In dustries of Nebraska, which is to be held on November 24th at Grand Island. Local men were at Omaha recent ly at a meeting of the industries and at which time A permanent advisory committee was planned for the pur pose of charting out moves for the development of the state on a greater industrial scale. The committee as planned is not to exceed thirty-five in membership and will deal with the civic and industrial problems of the communities In the state. The com mittee will make reports of the plans for industrial and civic de velopment to the various civic bodies over the state in order that there may be a well organized and alert membership of the Associated Indus tries ready to take advantage of any possible development. The local Chamber of Commerce will be represented by President J. Howard Davis, Secretary E. H. Wes cott, T. H. Pollock and A. L. Tidd of the industries committee. The local directors also had short talks from heads of two of the Plattsmouth industries, that of the Norfolk Packing Co., and the Platts mouth Creamery, both of which have had important parts In the industrial life of the community. Mr. E. H. Bernhardt and Mr. George K. Hetrick told something cf their plants and the products and brought to the group the realization of just what important factors these two industries are to the community. Both rank among the best in the state in their lines. COUNTY COURT HAPPENINGS Complaint was filed against Wilber Mansfield charging the defendant with operating a rock hauling truck between Nehawka and Nebraska City, without the proper license plates. The defendant was given a fine of SI and costs. Hearing was had on a complaint filed against DeWitt Surface, charged with non-support of wife and child and to which the' defendant made a plea of guilty. The defendant de clined to provide for the support of the family and was accordingly given a sentence of ninety days in the coun ty jail, each alternate day on bread and water. In the matter of the guardianship of Amedia Gakcmeier, deceased, the report of the guardian was received and discharge ordered. In the matter of the estates of Peter Gakemeier, deceased, Herman Gakemeyer was named as the admin istrator of the estate and in the Amelia Gakemeier estate, John Gakemeier was selected. Both are sons cf the deceased. SEE KROEHLER'S WINDOW You folks that have argued and fought over whether to have the Thanksgiving dinner on November 23 with Roosevelt or on November 20th with Cochran, should glance into the west window at Kroehler's. The chances are. you will forget the conflicting dates and have a cheese sandwich. HERE FROM COUNCIL BLUFFS Thursday Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Hall had as their guests for a few hour's a group of the relatives from Council Bluffs, Mrs. B. J. Inman, mother of Mrs. Hall, Miss Merial In man and Mrs. Catherine Inman and son, Tommie. The party were guests at the George Hall home for a de lightful dinner, PROGRAM PLATE SUPPER By Dist. 8 at Lewiston Community Center. Friday. Nov. 24, 8 p. m. Everyone welcome. JLLICE MAE CAMPBELL, n20-2tw Teacher. FORMER RESIDENT DIES The death of William J. Foral, 61, a former Plattsmouth resident, oc curred Thursday at his home, 1462 South 15th street, Omaha, after a prolonged illness. Mr. Foral has been suffering from a malignant throat affliction for the past several months. The deceased was here for some years as a partner of the late John E. Nemetz in the firm of Nemetz & Foral. candymakers and confection ers. He, however, has resided at Qmaha for the past twenty-five years. Geo. W. Snyder Files for County Commissioner Veteran Democratic Leader and Long Time Assessor Will Seek Nom ination in April. From Thursday's Dally The first filing for the April pri maries was made today in the office of County Clerk George R. Sayles, when George W. Snyder of Platts mouth precinct, filed his name as a candidate for county commissioner first district on the democratic ticket. Mr. Snyder is one of the old time democratic leaders of the county and has been very active in the party since his youth, being untiring In his cause even in the years when the democratic cause was in a minority in Cass county. He was for many years farming and stock raising and has a very wide range of experience that would St him well for the office. Mr. Sny der has served for many years as the assessor of Plattsmouth precinct. WINNERS LISTED IN TOURNEY From Saturday's Dally Doughnuts and coffee were served at last evening's session of the usual weekly pinochle tournament, which was held at 8 p. m. at the Recreation Center. Through the combined ef forts of the Jacobs Cafe, Black & White grocery store and Elmer Sund strom, center head, the serving of a luncheon was made possible. Six tables of pinochle players com prised the attendance list last eve ning. With the highest averaged Bcore of 6680 Joseph F. Kvapil was awarded the prize in the men's divi sion and Miss Clara Toman received 'the prize in the women's division for her score of 5470. Twenty-four persons competed for last evening's awards. Other pinochle players and their scores are listed as follows:' Jack Reno 5890; Adolph Koubek 5600: Frank Kvapil 5370; John Richard son 5360; Phyllis Robbins 5260; Howard Taylor 5230; Mrs. Elizabeth Vincent 5190; Fred Vincent 5110; Lee Phillips 5090; Miss Emma Men denhall 5010; Miss Maymie Menden hall 4900; Mrs. Joseph F. Kvapil 4S10; Ed Stewart 4590; P. D. Sulli van 4550; Mrs. Frank Konfrst 4520; E. A. Cadwell 4300; Florence Rhoades 4220; Mrs. C. O. Carlburg 4130; C. O. Carlburg 3540; Ira Clinkenbeard 3130. Next week's session will meet at the Recreation Center on Friday evening, November 24 instead of the usual Thursday evening date. This change, however, is necessary for next week only. WThether pin ochle will be played on Thanksgiving day, November 30 will remain a ques tion until next week's decision by those present. CARD OF THANKS To the many friends I wish to express my deep appreciation of the many thoughtful remembrances ten dered me during my stay at the hos pital. The beautiful flowers, cards, letters and personal calls aided great ly in making the hours at the hos pital much more pleasant. Mrs. James Bridgewater, Sr. LEAVE FOR WEST From Thursday's Darty Mr. and Mrs. Charles Manners left last evening for the weot coast where they intend to spend the winter months. Mr. and Mrs. Manners will spend some time In 'Oregon, Wash ington and California, with relatives. Christmas Toy Shop is Planned for This Year Eetter Distribution Method of Get ting; Toys into Hands cf Needy without Embarrassment The Child Welfare committee of the American Legion Auxiliary is planning an improved method of dis tribution this year that will get Christmas toys into the hands of children in needy homes over the city without the children themselves ever needing to know they are objects of charity thereby preserving the fine traditions of Christmas and all this joyous season stands for in the minds of the youngsters. It will also be the aim this year to provide better toys than ever be fore supplied from several sources, including some direct solicitation among parents with children who have outgrown useful toys and in homes where there are no children, but where it is felt the persons to v. hom request is made, will derive genuine pleasure in helping to make! some child happy.- i What the Plan Provides In former years it has been the custom to secure a delivery truck and i make the rounds a day before Christ-) mas, leaving packages of toys that j may contain anything but the one thing the child desires most pre-! sented with all the characteristics of a gift of charity instead of one typi fying the true Christmas spirit. The plan this year will be simi lar to that carried out at the Vet erans hospital, by setting up a toy shop, open daily at least a full week before Christmas, where parents of needy children may exchange the coupons that have been sent to them for the toy they know . their child would like most. Their selection will be neatly wrapped, the Bame as if purchased in a store, and the child need never know but what it came from a store. Only good, usable toys will be displayed in the toy shop and distribution will be only to par ents who receive toy trading scrip. Children over fourteen years of age will not be included, but those under that age in homes which Santa Claus r ight otherwise overlook will each be a lloted at least one substantial toy. Toy Matinee at the Cass Through co-operation with Mana ger Griffin of the Cass, the customary Saturday afternoon toy matinee show will be held again this year, on a date to be announced later. Admis sion to the show will be limited to children who bring usable toys or toys requiring only minor repairs. These and toys secured through personal solicitation will be display ed in the toy shop, where parents may redeem their toy scrip by mak ing selection of the type of toy their child is most desirous of receiving from Santa Claus. The committee expects to have a finer array of toys this year than ever before, and due notice will be given through the newspaper and on the printed trading scrip of both the time and place when the shop will be officially opened. The American Legion Auxiliary, which has sponsored toy distribution for the past six years, has had splendid co-operation from the the atre, the newspaper and the public to make the affair a success, and this year is looking forward to continued support of its new plan that will give the children better and more de sirable toys and yet not make them feel they are objects of charity at a season of the year when there is so much good will prevalent. The Child Welfare committee of the Auxiliary is composed of Mrs. Elmer Webb, Mite. Robert Cappell, Mrs. RaynJbnd Larson, Mrs. Edgar Creamer and the unit president, Mrs. Eugene Vroman. TO OBSERVE THANKSGIVING The Business Men's Ad club have announced that the stores affiliated with that organization will observe Thursday, November 30th as Thanks giving day in pursuance with the designation of Governor R. L. Coch ran. .The stores will close at noon for a half day holiday in honor of the event. RETURNS SEALED VERDICT From Thursday's Dally The damage suit of Nora Schick, et al vs. George McFadden, on trial in the district court. Wednesday, was given to the jury at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. The jury reached a ver dict last night at ' 10 o'clock and which was sealed and will await the opening of court Friday to be read by Judge Wilson. The case scheduled to be tried today was waived as to jury and will be heard by the court Friday. The jury will report for duty Mon day. Well Known Local People Announce Wedding Mr. and Mrs. Robert White Make Announcement of Marriage as They Move to New Home. From Saturday's Dally . The announcement was made to day of the marriage of Edith Frady and Robert White, which ceremony occurred at the residence of Judge and Mrs. A. H. Duxbury, on Wednes day, November 8th. The wedding had been kept a secret by the young people until Friday when they made the announcement to the close friends. The attendants at the wed ding were Mrs. Duxbury and David Piekrel, a brother-in-law of the groom. ' Both the bride and groom have many friends here who will join in their best wishes for future years of happiness to these estimable young people. Mr. and Mrs. White have pur chased the Otto Lutz residence at 1013 Pearl street and moved Friday to the new residence where, they are now at home to thelri friends. ATTEND MASONIC MEETING A large delegation of the members of Plattsmouth lodge No. 6, A. F. & A. M. were at Nebraska City on Friday night to attend the Past Mas ter's Night of Western Star lodge No. 2, A. F. & A. M. The master of ceremonies was Henry W. Carson., grand tyler of the grand lodge. A very fine program was prepared and the visitors were welcomed by Judge W. W. Wilson, who also pre sented the past masters of Western Star lodge. The past masters of other lodges and distinguished guests were also presented formally. The main address of the evening was by Dr. David C. Hilton, of Lin coln, well known figure in Masonry and his address was at some length on the work of the order. Those who attended from here were William A. Robertson, past grand master of Nebraska, Raymond C. Cook, deputy grand custodian, W. F. Evers, superintendent of the Ma sonic Home, J. Howard Davis, Frank A. Cloidt, Wayne Bennett, Warren Scharfenberg, Howard Wiles, Ralph Wehrbein, Franklin Wehrbein, Towner Livingston. George W. Brink low, J. R. Reeder, Henry Nolting, L. L. Horton. D. S. Sumner. Eck Cook, Robert Mann and Carl D. Ganz, of Alvo. RED CROSS MEMBERSHIPS Following are the names of en rolees In the Plattsmouth chapter American Red Cross, since the last list was published: H. A. Schneider, $1: Mrs. H. A. Schneider. $1; Frank A. Cloidt. $1; Mrs. Frank A. Cloidt. 1; Edna War ren, $1; Mildred Walden, 1; Arthur Warga, $1; Thornton Baker. $1; Mrs. C. J. Schneider, $1; C. J. Schneider, $1; Elme r Sundstrom, 11 : Mr. Houston, $1; Ella Kennedy, 50c; Mia Gering. $1; Barbara Gering, 1; Mrs. Glen Vallery, $1; E. J. Rlchey. $1; Hillard Grassman, $1; Hotel Tavern. $1; Bob Whiter $1 : Fred Ramge. $1; Mabel White, $1; Lorene Heineman, $1; Paul T. Heineman, $1; Mrs. J. A. Donelan, $1. HERE FOR VISIT from Saturday's Dan? Joseph Samek, one of the prom inent residents of Weston, Nebraska, is here to spend the week-end with his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Capwell, as well as with his grandson, Joe Hendrix. Weeping Water Lions Observe Charter Night Interesting Program Friday Evening at Auditorium Visitors There from Nearby Towns By MRS. THOMAS MURTEY Twice during the past week other buildings in Weeping Water have been found inadequate and the base ment of the new Cass County Agri cultural Society auditorium has been used to take care of the crowd. On Tuesday afternoon and evening it was used by the district convention of the American Legion and again on Friday evening for the Weeping Water Lions club "Charter Night" banquet and meeting, when it was the gathering place of the Lions and Lionesses from Omaha, Lincoln, Ne braska City, Louisville and Syracuse. Arriving at the hall at seven thirty, the guests were served at long tables bearing the colors of the club, purple and gold. A fine meal was served by Mrs. Joan Carter and her force of helpers, with the members of the Girl Reserves waiting on tables. The call to order was given by Lion Dr. L. N. Kunkel, and America was sung by the assembly. Rev. W. D. Lenker led in prayer. Lion O. C. Hatch introduced the members of the Lions clubs. Toastmaster Lion E. E. Lorensen then introduced Dr. L. N. Kunkel, who welcomed the guests in a few well chosen words after which Archie Crozier enter tained the guests with a number on his piano accordian. The address of the evening was given by Lion Lilo Bratton, of Hast ings, who complimented the local club on its active membership that Is playing such an important part in the community life.-,. .s t i Following the address of Mr. Brat ton, Lyman Lorensen played a trom bone solo and Lion "Victor Wallick extended greetings from the Ameri can Legion,- another important com munity organization. Lion O. C. Hatch then presented the charter to the Weeping Water Lions club, with Dr. L. N. Kunkel, president, making the speech of ac ceptance. Entertainers for the evening were Art and Bill Johnson, with music and imitations. Officers of the WTeeping "Water Lions club are: Dr. L. N. Kunkel, president; G. R. Binger, R. H. Gray and Sterling Amick, vice presidents; Harold Bowers, secretary; Frank Domingo, treasurer; O. C. Hinds, tail twister; Clair Wolfe, lion tamer. The Board of Directors is com posed of Chas. Gibson, Knud Jensen, Richard Hobson and R. H. Gray. The club was especially pleased to have among its guests Lions from Cass county's youngest club at Louis ville, which was recently organized under the sponsorship and aid of Weeping Water Lions. FENCE UP OIL WELL From Thursday's Dally Workmen are busy today in put ting a fence around the immediate vicinity of the oil drilling rig at the Sporer farm northwest of Mur ray where the Golden Rod Co. is sinking their well. The fence is placed so that the public will not crowd in on the workers during the drilling and as a matter of precaution in case that the well may suddenly come in at any time during the drilling from now on. VISITS OVER WEEK-END Franklin Sedlak of Sedalia, Mo., is here visiting his relatives and will spend the week-end at the home of his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Max Vallery. Franklin is a fresh man in high school this year and has Thursday and Friday off which gives him a nice week-end. - IN SERIOUS CONDITION Del Sylvester who is at Omaha undergoing treatment at a hospital is in very critical condition. He is suffering from typhoid fever and the case has proven very severe and causes a great deal of apprehension to the members of the family. CROWDS SEE SANTA From Saturday's Bally The visit of Santa Claus last eve nicg to the Gamble store here was a feature that some 500 children en joyed to the utmost and provided a few moments of opportunity for the children to see Santa as well as the many fine toys that were on display in the store. Santa gave each of the children a candy treat as well as a personal greeting. The large number was well handled by Randall York, Btore manager and his force and will long be remembered by all those attend ing. Plattsmouth Young Man is Married Sunday Ceremony at Alliance Unites Miss Verna Long of Hemingford and Sheldon Giles of This City Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Giles of this city received the message Sunday afternoon announcing the- marriage at high noon yesterday of their son, Sheldon, and Miss Verna Long, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Milo Long, of Hemingford, Nebraska. The wedding was performed at the Presbyterian church at Alliance and was a very quiet and impressive cere mony. Mr. and Mrs. Giles will return after a short honeymoon to this city where they will make their home, Mr. Giles being associated with his father here in the local Coryell ser vice station. The Long family are former resi dents of Glenwood, Iowa, where the acquaintanceship of the young people was made and the bride has a large circle of friends in that city. , Mr. Giles has spent most of his lifetime in this county as he spent his younger years at Nehawka, graduating there from the high school in the class of 1931. Later the family moved to Plattsmouth and Mr. Giles attended the Boyles Business college at Omaha, from which he graduated in 1934. Mr. Giles has been active in the Presbyterian church here and at Glenwood where he was located for two years as manager of the Coryell service station. He was also quite active in the Lions club while at Glenwood. HONOR ROLL COMPLETED Plattsmouth high school's first quarter honor roll has been com pleted this week, according to the report of Principal J. Russell Reeder. The honor roll for the first quarter consists of eight seniors, thirteen Juniors, three Bophomorea, and four freshmen. The senior list comprises Mary Helen Dill, Darlene Hennings, Whip ple Leonard, James Jones, Glen Lutz, Earl Weiland, Allan White, and Elaine Handley. The thirteen juniors listed as honorees are: Frances Bierl, Albin Chovanec, Robert Cook, Bernice Halmes, Edwin Hiber, Marie Lentz, Shirley Leonard. Ronald Lester, Betty Jo LIbershal, Jimmy Mauzy, Emma Reine Topliff, Shirley Wall ing, and Ruth Westover. Maxlne Graves, Yvonne Deles Dernier, and Willa Sylvester head the sophomore list. The four freshmen who made the honor roll requirements are: Robert Cole, Catherine Conis, Mary Jean Hatt, and Joane Tiekotter. STUDENTS VISIT LIBRARY The WIntersteen Hill school's kin dergarten, first and second grade pupils were special guests at the Flaftsmouth public library Tuesday afternoon. The student were accom panied by their teacher. Miss Mar garet Bauer. FALL SPECIALS At the Mary May Beauty Shoppe. From now to November 15 th. 613 Second Avenue. Phone No. 11. At.Carr's Bakery, Luncheonette & Delicatessen you will find roast pork, beef, Virginia baked ham, cold meats, cheeses, olives, pickles, salads, milk, Casco butter, cream,- etc. Past President State D. A. R. is Guest Speaker Mrs. E. H. Wescott Addresses Ameri can Legion Auxiliary on Sub ject of "Education." The Plattsmouth unit of the Am erican Legion ' Auxiliary met Friday afternoon with Mrs. James G. Mauzy, Mrs. John H. Hallstrom, Mrs. Clyde Rosborough and Mrs. George Conis being the associate hostesses. The meeting was presided over by Mrs. E. O. Vroman, unit president, whose presence was most pleasing to the members as she has been con :ned to her heme for some time as the result of an accident. Mrs. Raymond J. Larson and Mrs. Robert Cappell, gave a very inter esting report of the twelfth district convention held at Weeping Water and where the local unit had a very active part in the proceedings. The reports were very interesting and gave the highlights of the convention in a fine manner. The members discussed the toy shop that is to be conducted here to secure gifts for the Christmas sea son for the children. The Christmas party of the Aux iliary was discussed and this will be held on December 15th at the E. A. Webb residence. It will be In the nature of a covered dish luncheon followed by cards. The latter part of the afternoon will be devoted to a program arranged by the daugh ters of the members for their mothers. It was also voted to secure a mem bership in the American Red Cross for the year 1940. Mrs. E. H. Wescott, prominent kebrssfca club woman and past state regent of the Daughters of the Am erican Revolution, was presented and - gave a very fine address on "Educa tion," a message that was much en joyed filled with splendid thought for the mothers. It was stressed by the speaker the importance of the mother in the setup of education, her task being to build the background of moral and spiritual character that is moBt important if the child is to be prepared for the wider fields of schol astic training. It was pointed out that in education greater chances existed today through the libraries, press and radio to broaden the edu cational training and thought of the average Individual. Mrs. Wescott also read a part of an interesting article, "The College Comes to You" and brought out the fact that the average high school graduate has an education equal to that of the Har vard graduate of 100 years ago, so rapidly has the field of education expended. With this great oppor tunity so easily attained it was pointed out that no one should re main uneducated. Refreshments were served at the close of the afternoon. STORY BRINGS LETTER Some time ago the American maga zine published a Bhort Item of the fact that Clayton Rosencrans, of this city, had at his barber shop a clock with a dial made for the convenience of the customers. This week Mr. Rosencrans received a letter from Clayton W. Rosencrance, of Lebanon, Indiana, who, attracted by the sim ilarity of both christian and sur names, sought a correspondence with our local barber. RETURN TO CALIFORNIA Prom Saturday Dirty Mrs. Clyde H. Graves and children, Jimmie, Sallye and Judy, departed by train this morning for their home at Burbank, California, after spending seven weeks here visiting with relatives and friends. Mrs. Graves was called here by the ill ness of her father, William Rummel, who is now considerably improved. VISITS RELATIVES HERE From Saturday's Daily James H. Herold, of Minneapolis, arrived in the city today for s short visit with his sister, Mrs. A. L. Tidd as well as the many old time friends in this city and vicinity, before go ing on to Peru for a visit.