The Plattsmouth journal. (Plattsmouth, Neb.) 1901-current, December 21, 1939, Image 1
Nebr. Sta' ITistorical Society Vol. No. LV PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1939. NO. 92 Santa Claus is Welcomed by Great Crowds Visit Here Saturday Gives Santa Op portunity to Treat 1.5CO Children Thronging Reception Room. Santa Claus made his official pre Christmas visit to the city Saturday afternoon and was greeted by a great crowd of the youngsters and many older residents whose enthusiasm was little less than that of the small children. Santa's plans of arriving by plane were interfered with so that it was necessary for Santa to drive from Murray to this city where he ar rived on the scheduled time, 1:30. The Plattsmouth city school band under the direction of David Fowler, led the procession and escorted Santa and his guard of honor composed of children named by the various schools in this section of Cass county, who fittingly carried out their part of the program. The guard of honor comprised the following: Raymond Rhoden. Dist. 88, Bion A. Hoffman. teacher; Kenheth Tschirren. Dist. 29. Miss Shelhorn. teacher; Patty Ann Mason, Central school. Amelia Martens, teachrt; Richard Soennlchsen, Dist. 1, Agnes Muenster, teacher; Darlene White, Plattsmouth, Ellen Ubben, teacher; Mary Irene Libershal, Dist. 1, Miss Noiting, teacher; Mary Alice Cum mins. Dist. 1, L. Cummins, teacher; Ross Abel. Dist. 45, Mildred Wilson, teacher; Jack Scott, Dist. 7, Lucille A. Meisinger, teacher; Wanda Lou Cacy, Dit. 1, Selma J. Diehm, teach er; Helen Neil, Dist. 12, Miss Ruth L. Morris, teacher; Irvene Meisinger, nut 56. Eileen Joy. teacher; Allan Carper, Dist. 56, Irma Dvorak leach- er; Vernon Grady, Dist. 7b, jjoromy Gafcemeler, teacher; Eldon "Melsin eer. Dist. 42. Ruth Alexen, teacher noria Knox. Dist. 4, Ruth Horn, teacher: Walter Klmberling, DiBt. 1, Rose Prohaska. teacher; Ralph Hild, Dist. 25. Nellie Carlson, teachers; Dirk Fischer. Dist. 55, Dorothy Ehlers. teacher: Sandro Kolb, Dist 1. Margaret Bauer, teacher; Junior Kaffenbereer. Dist. 1, Thelma Tritt. iiihr Reverlv Sutton. 7A. Dow Armstrong, teacher: Donald Ahl, Dist 47. Gertrude Hardt, teacher; Alice Thlerolf. Dist. 31. Jimmie Franke, Dist. 31, Feme Williamson, teacher; Bettv Dieter. Dist. 97, Geogetta Hazen. teacher: Elmer Pegden, Dist 1. Helene Perry, teacher; Patty Jo Taenzler. Dist. 1, Jane Oakes, teach cr; Nelly Jean Lloyd, Dist. 60, Es ther Rhoden. teacher; Jack Noell, Dist. 56: H. A. Grier, teacher; Dar lene Sowards. Mary Ann Yardley, Dist. 34, Ruth Stuhr teacher; Mary Jo Ann Lohnes, Dist. 1, Sylvia E Korbel. teacher: Gary Klinger, Dist. 1. Svlvia E. Korbel. teacher; Billy McCormick. Dist. 1, Zella Traudt. teacher: Ronald March. Room 17, rils Mpad. teacher: Norman Ash- baugh. First Ward, Blanche Hughes, teacher: Betty Peterson, Dist. 26 Marie Lutz. teacher; Jeannette Weg ener. Dist. 79. Mrs. Shelhorn teacher: Lena Baier. Dist. 77, Dor othy R. Leper t. teacher: Teddy Smith, Dist. 15, Flora Belle Mead, teacher; Rex Burhee, Dist. 13, Jane Chris tensen, teacher; Mary Lou Walling, Dist. 1, Sister Celestlne, teacher; Billie Baumgart, Dist. 28, Margarii ette E. Dall, teacher; Clifford Dress, Dist. 37: Martha Kaffenberger, teacher; Eidell Speck, Dist. 41, Doris E. Wall, teacher; Cyril Kocian, Dist. 1, Sister Mary Oda, teacher; Ted Stokes, Dist. 6, Dora Trively. teach er; Betty Ann Koubek, Dist. 1, Lorraine Dall, teacher; Donna Lou Richards, Columbian, Margaret L. verson, teacher; Phyllis Grunwald, Dist. 14, June Armstrong, teacher; Arvil Campbell, Dist. 8, Alice Mae Campbell, teacher; Jean Stava, Dist. 2. Dorothy Fowler, teacher; Alice Woster, Dist. 3. Louise Rishel, teach er; Gladys Kuhns, Dist. 5, Marie Thomason, teacher. Santa Claus Escort Joan Franke. Dist. 31, Mildred Hell, teacher; Lois Ellen Schroeder, Dist. 88, Zelma W. Johnson, teacher; Wanda Schomaker. Dist. 80. Inez Manis and Florence Shafer, teachers, In handling the large crowd that congregated at the corner of Fourth and Main streets, the police deserve a great deal of commendation for the prevention of accidents and keep Ing the onrushing pushing group in good order. Santa had his reception in ths east room of the Journal building and it was more than an hour be fore the children could pass through the building and receive their treat There were 1.500 sacks of candy given away by Santa to the boys and girls. After the candy distribution Santa moved to the small house erected just north of the Plattsmouth State bank building and where he was inter viewed by several hundred of the children from . all sections of the county. The committee in charge of the visit of Santa, headed by Lumir Ger ner of the high school faculty, de serves a great deal of commendation for their excellent work. DRAWS DOWN FINE Monday In the court of Judge C. L. Graves, Ralph Eaton was arraigned on a charge of intoxication and after hearing the evidence and the plea of the defendant, a fine of $10 and costs was given by the court. Judge Wilson to Seek Return to Dist. Bench Jurist States He Will File for Re- Nomination Shortly After First of Year. Prom Tuesday's Dallr Judge W. W. Wilson of Nebraska City, while here today to hold a short session of the district court, stated to the Journal representative that he expected to file for the nomination for district Judge shortly after the first of the year. Judge Wilson has filled the post of Judge in the second judicial dis trict since May 1937 when he was appointed by Governor R. L. Cochran to fill the post made vacant by the death of Judge W. G. Kieck. Judge Wilson has served very efficiently at his post In the time that he has been the presiding Judge of the district. Prior to being appointed to the bench Judge Wilson was engaged in private practice at Nebraska City after a number of years on the stat? supreme court commission, serving there until the abolishing of the commission. He also has served as county and city attorney In Otoe county and Nebraska City. FUNERAL OF FRANK JANDA Funeral services for the late Frank Janda, who passed away in Omaha Saturday morning, were held this morning at 9:30 o'clock at the Holy Rosary Catholic church and were at tended by a large group of the friends and relatives. Rev. Joseph R. Sinkula, pastor of the church, celebrated the requiem high mass and he was assisted by the choir of the church and Mrs. Allan McClanahan. Father Sinkula also delivered the sermon in Both the Czech and English languages. The interment was made imme diately following the services at the Holy Sepulchre cemetery beside the body of his first wife, Louise. Pall fearers were selected from among the old friends of the deceased John Libershal, Joseph Holly, James No wacek, Adolph and Anton Koubek, and Timothy Kahoutek. Following the services at the grave, the major portion of the rela tives returned to Omaha, where they Bpent the remainder of the day. APPEAR IN ROTOGRAVURE In the World-Herald rotogravure section Sunday appeared pictures taken at the military ball at the University of Nebraska. Among those who were captured by the camera as they were watching the colorful, dancing groups, were Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Cloidt and Mr. and Mrs. Searl S. Davis of this city. The pictures were excellent and came as a great surprise to the Plattsmouth parties to find them in the photo section. MRS. BAUMGART ILL Mrs. Fred Baumgart, one of the old time residents of the community. Is quite ill at the family home on east Vine street, suffering from an attack of pneumonia. The many friends of Mrs. Baumgart will regret to learn of her condition and trust that she may soon be able to rally from the Illness. SHOWS SOME IMPROVEMENT Martin Petersen who has been n def medical treatment for some time. la reported as being some Improved altho his condition is still serious. County Attorney is Guest Speaker of Rotary Club Walter H. Smith Gives Very Fine Talk on Ideals Found in the Christmas Thought. From Tuesday's Dan At the noonday luncheon of the Rotary club today, County Attorney Walter H. Smith, was the guest speaker and brought a most interest ing message on the Christmas theme of good will and the brotherhood of man. Referring to the appreciation of the unity of mankind as being fun damental in the preservation of peace, Mr. Smith said: "Create in men and rulers an appreciation of the unity of mankind and strife and distress will be but ancient history. And why should it be so difficult to convince rulers and men of the im portance of that unity in preserving peace? Each, or us possesses tne same fundamental nature, a nature of ra tionality identical in all regardless of race, sex or creed and with a body and soul functioning to attain suc cess, happiness asd reward. Each of us working for the same goal by means only in themselves different; each of us centering our actions upon that which will give us and our de pendents sustainance of body and soul in a dwelling place engaged by us all. Essentially then we are all one in nature and purpose, all com- nrisine the unitv of -mankind. If such unity is preserved from it must come as a natural consequence peace. kindliness, mutual trust and a co operative spirit of good will. The essential principle of .unity could giv.a no other result. "The development of racial and national hatreds and Jealousies and the yearning for selfish gain without consideration of fellowmen and the! rights of justice and morality has caused the breach of that unity. From it has resulted war, strife and blood shed." James G. Mauzy was the leader of the meeting and presented Mr. Smith to the club. The members of the club enjoyed singing two of the Christmas carols in keeping with the Christmas theme Richard Spangler being the leader. Attorney Carl D. Ganz, of Alvo was a guest or tne ciud at me luncheon. FARMS GET ELECTRIC POWER The rural sections west of the city are now being served with power from the Loup River public power district. The line which operates from Syracuse north is now serving the patrons and the farm homes that have been signed up and equip ped are now enjoying the benefits of the service. The service has enabled the farmers to have electric lights in their homes, as well as in the barns and outbuildings and makes a great deal of convenience and added comfort to the farms. Electric appliances are being Installed at many of the farms in -order to have full advantage of the electric service through the rural districts. VISITS AT BOYS TOWN Lora Lloyd Kieck, county super intendent of schools, while at Omaha Monday attending the meeting of the County Superintendents' associa tion, had the pleasure of a visit to Boys Town, the seat of Father Flan agan's Home for Boys. It was very Interesting and the visiting party had the opportunity of seeing all depart ments of the home in action. The studied the government of the Home where the boys themselves conduct their city affairs and learn the full responsibility of citizenship. SAILOR VISITS RELATIVES .Jerry Halter, formerly of Lincoln but who is now In the United States navy stationed at Norfolk, Virginia, is visiting at the Percy Wheeler and Harry Nielsen homes this week. Jerry came last Wednesday and will return Wednesday, December 20. He is cn the San Francisco and enjoyed a voyage to South America the pa3t summer. MOVING TO ASHLAND From Monday's Dally This morning Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Moore departed with their household fleets for their new home at Ash land, where Mr. Moore has been for the past several months as the first trick operator at that place. They have sold their home here to Mrs. Jchn L. Tidball. It is with regret that the many riends see Mr. and Mrs. Moore leave the city where they have so long re- ided and have a very large circle cf friends. In their new home they will take the best wishes for happiness and uccess frcm the old time friends. Lyle L. Horton is Commander of KnightsTemplar Election of Officers of Mt. Zion Com- mndery No. 5 Knights Templar Held Monday Evening. from Tuesday's Dany Last evening the members of Mt. Zion commandery No. 5, Knights Templar, held their annual election of officers at the asylum in the Masonic building and with a very fine attendance of the membership. The officers elected were as fol lows: Commander Lyle L. Horton. Generalissimo Roy O. Cole. Captain of the Guard L. L. Mc- Carty. Treasurer Frank A. Cloidt. Recorder William F. Evers. Other officers will be appointed by the new commander and the in stallation of the officers will be held on Monday, January 15th. The commandery will hold Christ mas observances at the asylum on Christmas day at 11 a. m. and at which hour Templars in all parts of the world will join in the universal salutation and honor to the Christ mas day. MRS. FOSTER IMPROVING From Wednesday's Dally Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Foster of Union, were here today for a few hours today while en-route to Omaha where Mrs. Foster is taking treat ments. She is, however, feeling very much better and has shown a very pleasing rate of improvement over her recent severe illness and hospital ization. The many friends over the county and here in her old home will be pleased to learn that she is doing so well. DEATH OF BABE Sunday at the farm home west of the city occurred the death of Marvin Elton Davis, five-day-old son of Mr. inH Mrs .Tnmea Elvin Davis. The death came as a severe blow to the parents and grandparents. Funeral RPrvices were held this afternoon at the grave in Glendale cemetery with Rev. A. Lentz conduct ing the religious service. The-Sattler funeral, home of this city had charge of the funeral. NEW ARRIVALS Prom Mondav'a Pally Last evening the home of Mr. snd Mrs. Steve Wiater was mada very happy by the arrival of a fine little daughter, who with the mother is doing very nicely. Mrs. Wiater was friv Miaa Hplen Persinger of ivi - this city. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kain were also made parents of a fine little sen who is a pleasing addition to the family circle. TO VISIT IN IOWA From Wednesday's Datl Mr. and Mrs. Arley Christensen and son, Ronald left for Iowa yes terday where they will spend the next few months. They will spend the Christmas holiday in Harlan, Iowa with Mr. Christensen's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Christensen. From there they will go to Ames, Iowa where they will reside. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Biehm, of Greenwood, were in the city Monday to visit for a short time as guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Han sen and family. 'Why the Chimes Rang' Presented at M. E. Church Beautiful Story Is Given by Mem bers of Church and Produced Impressive Scenes. N From Monday's Dally Last evening as a part of the pre Christmas observances at the First Methodist church. "Why the Crimes Rang" was very capably presented by a group of the members of the congregation as well as the musical accompaniment by E. H. Wescott and the boy's choir of the church under the direction of Mrs. L.,S. Devoe. The story was based on the fact that it is not the value of the gift, but rather the manner of the giving and its sacrifice that finds favor in the eye3 of the Christ. In the presentation of the v!"!f.n the role of the priest was taken by C. C. Wescott; business man by L. S. Devoe; courtier by Allan Whi .".; a beautiful woman by Mary K. Wiles, i scholar by R. C. Jahrig, a lovely young girl by Florene Lowson and the king by Milo Price. The speaking parts were mo.t et fe tively presented by Dorothea Mao Duxbury as the peasant lad, "Hol ger," whose sacrifice found favor and brought forth the chimes ringing. Thi3 was very beautifully given and n the role of "Steen" a younger brother, Richard Duxbury was very clever. Thornton Baker as "Bertel,'"' an une'e of the boys gave a very 'ramatic presentation. Mrs. Rose Mary Duxbury appeared as the eld woman that had encouraged the islt and sacrifice of HolgerJ While this has been presented sev eral times at the church the staging id effects of the persentation wore ho best that has been offered, vras the opinion of the large-audience SHOW CHRISTMAS SPIRIT The Christmas spirit began to manifest itself early in the season among the young people of the Pres byterian church, and has grown deeper as the time drew nearer. In October the Westminster Guild, as has been their custom for years. sent a generous contribution of Christmas cheer to the Navajo In dians, at Ganado, Arizona. In No vember the Light Bearers sent a large box of lovely gifts to the children n the Tennessee mountains. Yester day the spirit of unselfish giving Avas climaxed with a box sent by the Sab bath school to the Indians at Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Mrs. Virgil Perry supervised the latter two. She is sponsor of the Light Bearers organization, and sec retary of children's work in the Woman's Federation. This week on Wednesday after noon at the annual Christmas party of the Federation, contributions will be brought which will be distributed among the needy in the local com munity. MRS. O'BRIEN IMPROVING Friends of Mrs. William J. O'Brien, long time resident at South Bend, will be pleased to learn that she is now feeling much better from a long Illness and which had made necessary treatment at the Mayo clinic .at Rochester, Minnesota, for the greater part of the year. Mr. and Mrs. O'Brien are now home and feeling encouraged that the recovery of Mr3. O'Brien seems assured. CARD OF THANKS Deeply grateful, we wish to ac knowledge the acts of kindness and expressions of sympathy shown us in our bereavement at the loss of our baby son and grandson, by the dear friends and neighbors.- Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Clar ence Meisinger. JOHN ALBERT NOT SO WELL From Tuesday's Dally Mrs. Irene Albert, stenographer at the office of the county superin tendent, was home today owing to the fact that her husband; John Al bert, was not so well. Mr. Albert has not been In good health for the past two years. TO SPEND WINTER HERE J. J. Lohnes of Grant, Nebr., ar rived here from the western part of the state and is visiting here with his daughters, and grandchildren, Mrs. Elsie England and Mrs. Luther iWomack. Mr, Lohnes states the west is very dry, having nO rain since last June. His son Harry Lohnes who has been so seriously ill and was oper ated on in a hospital at North Platte is now getting along very well and gaining in health which is very pleas ing to his relatives and friends here. Mr. Lohnes will spend the winter here with his daughters. Congressman George Heinke to Seek ReJilect'n Nebraska City Representative Makes Filing in Lincoln and States Platform and Position. NEBRASKA CITY, Dec. 20 (UP) Representative George Heinke, Ne braska City,- republican congressman frcm the first district, filed for re election today with the declaration that the "republican party is the only refuge for people clamoring for constitutional government, economy, reduction of governmental expenses, lower taxes, and common sense gov ernment In general." Heinke forecast the 1940 election will be momentous in the country's history following seven years of New Deal experimentation in government and economics. He charged that ny progressive steps national socialism is being substituted for constitutional overnment. Free industry is re placed by regimentation. The grim spector of want stalks in a land of plenty.. An army of 13,000,000 un employed live aimless lives without hope for the future." EAGLE RED CROSS ROLL CALL VERY SUCCESSFUL Mrs. Bert Lytle, who had charge of the Red Cross roll call in Eagle, has furnished our Eagle correspon dent Miss Dorothea Keil. with the list of those enrolled as members of the Eagle branch, numbering 35, to gether with the names of several other contributors. The list of members for 1940 is as follows: , Harry Robertson, Valley Trumble, W. A. Nenstiel. S. A. Stover, Jasper Hunt, M. E. Boren, Clarence Slossen, G. C. Burton, Mrs. E. M. Stewart, Mrs. C M. Jones, Mrs. Willm, Mrs. John Peterson, Miss Dorothea Keil, Mrs. Carl Bender, Mrs. Fred Muen chau, Mrs. Wm. Copple, Mrs. R. C. Wenzel, Miss Marie Bader, Miss Mary Williams, Miss Phyllis Robinson, Mrs. Ernest Underwood, Mrs. Bert , Lytle, Mrs. Marvin Carr, Mrs. Edward Por ter, Mrs. Fred Smith, Mrs. George Trunkenbolz, Mrs. Arthur Walberg, Mrs. Clyde West, Mrs. Ted McCart ney, Mrs. F. B. Camper, Mrs. John Vickers, Mrs. Belle Jack, Mrs. Orin Lanning, Mrs. Wm. Umland, Mrs. Lester Scattergood. Contributions of 50 cents each were received from Mrs. Jesse Wall, Fred Wulf and Mrs. Harry Fisher. SENTENCED FOR CHICKEN THEFT From Tuesday's Dally This morning in the district court John Weise, of Omaha, who was con victed by the jury in the November term of the district court of chicken stealing, was sentenced by Judge VV. W. Wilson. The court gave Weise a sentence of one year each on the two counts of which he had been found guilty, the sentences to run concurrently. STILL CONFINED TO HOME W. W. Wasley, who has been 111 at home for the past few weeks, Is still in very serious condition and confined to his bed. The patient has shown some Improvement but his progress has been slow and made necessary his being under qonstaiit medical care. FOR SALE ADDING MACHINE, good condl tlon. real cheap. See or ;call Bob Hummel. . Candlelight Service at Pres byterian Church Beautiful Church Decorations and Splendid Program Given by Choir of the Church. From Monday's Dally A very impressive and inspiring candle-light vesper service was held at the Presbyterian church last eve ning at 5 o'clock, given by the adult and children's choirs, under the di rection of Mrs. J. R. Reeder. Assist ing Mrs. Reeder as accompanist were Mrs. II. F. Goos, pipe organ; David Fowler, violin; and Mrs. Fowler, piano. The hour was one of musical in terpretation of the Biblical Christ mas Story and Folk Song. Solo and recitive parts were taken by Miss Florence Leamy, Harriet Goos. Mrs. R. C. Shellenbarger, F. A. Cloidt and Dr. McClusky. Especially enjoyable was the violin solo of Mr. Fowler. Particularly impressive was the children's choir which sang ami phonally with the adult choir and also rendered selections alone. They wore white cottas, stiff white Eton collars, and black Windsor ties. Tho complete program rendered by the choir showed real skill and reflected much credit on their capable leader. To those who attended, the set ting for the service will be a linger ing memory of beauty. The commit tee from the Woman's Federation, in charge of the decoration was Mrs. John Sattler, Jr., Mrs. C. J. Schneider and Mrs. Carl Ofe. They were as sisted by Mr. Sattler, Mr. Schneider and Mr. Schutz. the church sexton. The Christmas red was evidenced by red roses and potted poinsettas, and the two red pylon candles which a a . 1 t A n O AO t SIOOU UU lUC uuisiuc, uuc v -" side of the main entrance to the church. A tall, brohz candelabrum stool In the vestibule. Each wlndov of the sanctuary was graced by a candelabrum holding three white candles, surrounded by evergreen. The main colors used in the decor ations were white, cobalt blue, and silver. On each chancel step, form ing an aisle, stood ten three feet tall, ornamental candles of cobalt blue, twined with silver and silver bells. On the altar were placed blue candle holders, blue candles and red roses. while above the altar was hung a star, electrically lighted in blue. At the side of the chancel stood a stately, silvered Christmas tree, also lighted in blue. Artistically placed before the chan cel were four large pedestal, white candelabra, each holding seven tall white tapers. The candle lighting ceremony wes performed with" sweet dignity by Jeanne Galland, Eileen Aylor, Jeanne Hudson, and Eldora Shellenbarger. Especially realistic were the chimes, which had been conceaiea near the entrance of the church from which came the strain i of the sweet Christmas carols. The members c. the choir render ing the splendid prosrim were: Sopranos: Mrs. R. C. Shellenbar- r TVCo. ger, vviineimina tifuncuwu, garet Bauer, Harriet Goos, Juanita Sigler, Agnes Muenster, Florence f.eamv. Maxine Nielsen. Altos: Estelle Baird. Eleanor uues, Marjorie Tidball, Helen Hiatt, Mrs. Karl Keil. Tenors: Frank Cloidt, Floyd Shan- holtz, David Fowler, Russell Nielsen. Bases: L. D. Hiatt. Harold Hues- tis, Don York and William Knorr. Children s Choir: Annice uee White. Mary Gorder, Margaret Heine- man. Jeanne Galland, Eileen Aylor, Carol Lou Bernhardt, Clara Belle Rhoden, Gertrude Harris, Mary Hltt, Shirley Martin, Ann Martin, Millie Lohnes. Eldora Shellenbarger, Dor- orthy Warga, Mary Ann Lindner, Jeanne Hudson, Janet Tlekotter, Elizabeth Perry, Dorothy Jean Cap pell, Mary Phyllis Soennlchsen, Dar lene White, Eleanor Willis. RETURNS TO CASS COUNTY' Bert Jameson, of near Nehawka, was here Monday afternoon to visit Mends and looking after some mat ters of business. Mr. Jameson who has been living in Omaha, has de cided to return to Cass county. and will be located the coming season on. the farm in the south part of the county. He Is a member of one of the old and prominent families In the county, and the many friends are pleased to see him back. - -.