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PAGE TWO PLATTSMOUTH SEMI - WEEKLY JOURNAL MONDAY, APRIL 1, 1940. History of the Junior Club a Lusty Infant One Year Old and Going Strong A Large Membership Among the Younger Women of City By FERN JAHRIG Have you ever wanted something badly? As a child perhaps it was a new toy; as a young grrl. a new party frock, as a young man, a new car. Whatever it was very import ant to you. That's the way a group of young women in Plattsmouth felt in the spring of 1939. They felt the need of a closer contact and associa tion with other people their age in the community. They wanted to know the girls they passed on the street every day. With this incen tive, they set forth to organize the "Plattsmouth Junior Woman's club," and this club was federated in March of 1939, being now one year old at the time the Federation is celebrat ing its fiftieth anniversary. Mrs. Elmer Sundstrom, the local Senior club president, invited all girls interested in forming a new club to come to her home March 6, 1939, for the regular meeting of the Platts- mouth Woman's club in order that this matter might be discussed. Mrs. John Beetem, of Douglas, Nebraska, the First District president, was ask ed to come to this meeting to tell the girls something of club work. She urged that they federate immediate ly as many of these Junior clubs were being formed throughout the' country. The organization meeting was held March 2Sth. Mrs. Sundstrom spon sored the group and aided them in preparing and adopting the neces sary constitution. The following of ficers were elected: Miss Wilhelmina Henrichsen, pres ident; Miss Edith Solomon, vice pres ident; Miss Fern Jahrig, recording secretary; Miss Gertrude Vallery, treasurer. Many of the people in this club at tended meetings first as guests. Per haps a certain meeting was inspira tional to them, or maybe they went home with the bridge prize from the party and then they felt they too must be a part of something as worthwhile as the club has proved , to be. The membership has gradual ly grown and there are now fifTy-ftx girls in the organization.. ThbJ mera bcrsh!p includes teachers, young business women and homemakers. The Tlattsmouth Woman's club has been very kind in helping the Juniors in every way and means pos sible and it is through this first orga nization that the Juniors are enjoy ing the Golden Jubilee celebration. Possibly you know what this new club has been doing the past year, or it may be you would like to know. The Juniors hold two meetings each month. A program meeting on the second Monday and a social meet ing each fourth Monday. Prior to the "Golden Spike" cele bration in Omaha last April, a group of Golden Spikers came from Omaha to visit the club. The same evening. the dub had the pleasure of hearing Mr. Ray E. Rice of the Lincoln School of Commerce, who spoke on "Office Conditions in Foreign Lands." This was especially interesting as the club is composed of many business women. One of the most delightful guest speakers the group had the pleasure of hearing was Nadine Bradley of the World-Herald staff of Omaha. who brought a colorful message on "Historic Mexico." On June 12th, Miss Florence Hath away, of Van Sant Business School, Omaha, was the speaker at a pro gram devoted primarily to office training. Her topic was "The De mands on the Young Business Wom an of Today." She brought some facts very beneficial to the girls. One evening was given over to community business and Mr. Milo Price addressed the group on a topic all are interested In, "Plattsmouth." The, Juniors bad a trip through Utah. Oregon, Wyoming and Yellow stone National Park. This was af forded them through the medium of colorful slide presented ty Mrs. Wil liam Evert., who with her family toured the northwest last summer. One meeting was given over wholly to horn economy. Miss Florence Smith of the Home Economics de partment of the University of Ne braska spoke on the subject "The Gracious Hostess." November 13th, Elmer Sundstrom, county chairman of the Red Cross, met with the club and discussed quite thoroughly the production phase of this work. At this same meeting, "Safety In Driving" was presented to the group by two Ne braska Highway patrolmen. One of the Juniors seems to be a globe trotter, so Miss Florence Leamy told he organization about her trip s.round the world, which gave the o-.her members the wander lust. Miss Helen Porter, of the County Assistance office, visited the club on January 8th, and told of her experi ences while in Europe. At the same meeting, Miss Pearle Staats, instruc tor in the Plattsmouth High school, reviewed for the club the book "All This and Heaven, Too." Lincoln's birthday was observed by an address given by Attorney Wil liam A. Rcbertson, who spoke on the life of the "great emancipator." On March 11th, Mr. E. G. Ofe, cer tified officer of the Red Cross First Aid station located in Plattsmouth brought the facts of this humanitar ian work. His talk was both in structive and entertaining. Mrs. R. C. Shellenbarger, chairman of the Golden Jubilee of the Senior Woman's club, and Mrs. E. H. Wes cott have addressed the Juniors at various times relative to the Golden Jubilee. It is through these ladies that the younger club has learned much of the organization and func tioning of the General Federation of Women's clubs. Many local artists have been guests of the club and have brought to this Jroung organization a wealth of good entertainment. The Juniors were, guests of. the Pfeittsmouth Woman's club at the annual banquet May 1, 1939. During the summer of 1939 the group en joyed a picnic at the Country Club, an early Sunday morning breakfast, a swimming party followed by watermelon feed, and a theatre party In January this merry group of Jun iors enjoyed a bobsled party and de spite the cold weather eighteen girls went for the ride. Hot coffee and doughnuts topped this evening's pro gram. There have been many card parties at the hotel, which have al ways been well attended. The community at large has rec ognized the Juniors, in that they, with the Junior Chamber of Com merce, were asked to sponsor the ticket sale for the King Korn Kar nival dance July 28, 1939. The club also decorated the King Korn Karni val ball room for the dancing party honoring the king and queen. The Korn Karnival committee requested the girls to present the "Pageant of the Brides" Twenty-seven Juniors participated. The reigning queen of Korn Land is Gertrude Vallery, club treasurer. The Juniors in closing their first year are exceedingly happy to be a part of so great an organization as the "General Federation of Women's clubs" and they feel particularly for tunate to join in the Golden Jubilee celebration. ; Club Voman Media (Continued from Page 1) All Good Wishes to the Plattsmouth Woman's Club3 on their Celebration of the Golden Jubilee SEARL S DAVIS Insurance and Real Estate Harris Bandbox Cleaners & Laundry 1 24 Hour Service Work Called for and Delivered! ! TELEPHONE NO. 75 'f Congratulations to the Woman's .Clubs of. Plattsmouth 1 on 50th Anniversary of their :Cen. Federation unity. Club workers are constantly changing; old officers step out and new, earnest, yet often inexperienced workers step in. The magazine, with its fund of practical information, can impart an invaluable element of stability to Federation work. The editor of our Nebraska Club Woman at present is Mrs. Oscar Warp, of Minden. It is with great pleasure we present greetings from her below: From Mrs. Warp To the members of the Plattsmouth Woman's club and all their friends. Greetings: When a woman reaches the age of fifty, she doesn't care to publish the fact. Quite the opposite is true. She has her hair "crimped," buys new and stylish clothes as often as she can afford them, and she makes a ritual of cold-creaming the wrinkles away so she can compete with her daughters and grand-daughters in youthful looks. Somehow, we don't blame her for wanting to preserve a fair measure of youthful looks, but each of us who has reached the half-century . mark knows deep in her inmost heart that she hasn't but few years left in active service. That thought brings twinge of regret for all the things we might do, were we permitted longer span of youthfulness. What a difference when an orga nization such as our General Fed eration of Women's clubs attains the age of fifty. No need for her to have a "perma nent" she IS permanent, so long as women crave enlightenment and are interested in the better things of life. No need for her to have stylish new garments she is as new as to morrow in her plans for construe tive work, her outlook on life, her ideals witness her theme, "Adjust ing Democracy for Human Welfare. She is on the march, militantly, for a better future, a stronger nation, a nobler democracy and women two million strong are marching with her. As for the old "wrinkles" she had at first, they have long since been cold-creamed away with loyalty, de votion, generosity, and sacrificial giv ing of time, talent and tithe. New wrinkles, such as expanded program, adult education; added departments, have revitalized the'original Federa tion almost beyond recognition of those who gave her birth. Who shall say that all this rejuvenation, all this splendid effort is not worth while? If one woman has been developed into a fine leader as we are sure many Plattsmouth women have: if one community has been made a better place in which to live as we are sure is true of Plattsmouth; if one state has been enabled through uniting her efforts with those of the clubs of other states, to catch a great er vision as we are sure Nebraska has done; if one nation can build Its citizenry into a force for justice, mercy and peace as we are hoping our nation has, then who shall say that Woman's clubs are not profit able? Who shall say that our ac complishments are stupid? Who shall say we have worked ineffectively? Who shall say these fifty years have been lived in vain? In Nebraska, as in all states where Women's clubs function, we have aimed for better CITIZENSHIP: HOMES better equipped spiritually, morally and physically; EDUCATION in all its diversified branches; a keener appreciation of FINE ARTS; a clearer conception of INTERNA TIONAL RELATIONS; JUNIORS in training; a keener insight into LEG ISLATION and its bearing upon our commonwealth; a balanced, forceful PRESS and PUBLICITY department and a CONSERVATION of life whether plant, wild-life or human. In addition to all this, we have es tablished a Scholarship Loan fund which has helped hundreds of youth in Nebraska as well as the nation, to a higher education. That one thing if all the other good were blotted out would justify our existence as clubs, but when ad ded to all the other splendid ac complishments, even the "doubting est Thomas" must grudgingly admit there is much of worth in an organi zation which has withstood the forces of fifty years of opposition. , Think of it! Fifty ears of strug gling along on dues barely sufficient for the merest existence fifty years of overcoming almost unbelievable opposition -fifty years of heartbreak1 over man's inhumanity to man fifty i years of bitter, . glorious adventurej which is this year being climaxed by. Federated Women's clubs in every state, District of Columbia and Alaska also in seven foreign countries. RELIGION IN THE LIFE OF TODAY G. F. W. C. FACES FORWARD AT START OF SECOND FIFTY Living In a world, surrounded by thoughts of strife, jealousy, greed. and selfishness, as we are at present, it is not surprising that we sometimes hear it said, "Where is the religion of today?" But this is the question of the pessimist. Religion is every where today. We could not get away from religion today, if we tried. It permeates and forms the basic prin ciple of every worth-while movement of cur times, and who will say that we do not have many more worth while movements today than have ever existed in this world? We might also say that there are more influences at work to under mine and lofer Christian ideals; but these influences have fewer fol lowers than our religious organiz ations have. By religious organiz ations we mean, any organization that is motivated by the teachings of Christ, and has for its ultimate aim, the upbuilding of its adherents and the world. In other words, we mean the Christian religion. The organ ization which is strongest in number, and carries the widest influence Is the church. There are many cults whose influence is of narrower horfzon. Religion that is worthy of the name is an active religion, for re ligion is net just a system of belief "Devils believe and tremble." James 2:19) Nor can religion be self-contained. The illiterate "shout ers" of the south, are only showing us that religion must have outward expression. In this world of need and suffering, a follower of religion has ample opportunity of expression. It is the religious people who are carry ing on most of the humanitarian and philanthropic works today. For the most part, this Is being done in a modest and humble manner, though there nay be some who carry a Pharisaical boast, who need to learn he Publican's prayer. Gocd works are, needed, and they are a natural, expression of religion "The branch that bears no fruit is cast awayt Jwliile the branch that bears fruity Is purged that it may bring forth more fruit" but no where are we told that good works i3 religion. "Too much joy Is sorrowful. So cares must needs abound; The vine that bears too many flowers - . Must trail,, upon the ground." "Too much sun makes a desert." In our doing big things today, we are in dancer of forgetting that religion is also a condition of heart A religious life can net be nurtured by continually indulging in chari table works, but must be deepened by worshiD of. and communion with God. "Take time to be holy." We need soul culture, like the plant needs water, if our religious life continues to radiate beauty and fragrance. Religion in the life of today is the sam as the religion of any other dav. Likfi it?. Founder, it is "the same, yesterday, tcday, and forever There is no need for our faun to waver; no cause for our hearts to be downcast, so long aa the spirit of Christ i3 at work for His spirit con quers. MRS. H. G. McCLUSKY. As it looks back over its first fifty years, -the General Federation of Women's clubs may say with Ulsses, "I am a part of all that I have seen." The General Federation of Women's clubs has been no detached specta tor sitting on Twin Peaks, languidly observing what went on. It has fought and struggled, Joyed and suf fered in fights and struggles, joys and sorrows of the whole world and especially in the United States, in which is has its roots. It has been a part of all that it has seen. That is why, after 50 years, the General Federation of Women's clubs is here today and will continue to be here, a living part of the life of the world. Each local Woman's club is a unit of this General Federation and we, with the help of our Mother, are striving continuously to advance and build the community of which we are a part. Only by giving com munity service can we become a use ful active part of the community's life. We like to think of the words spoken by Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes, many years before he re tired from the Supreme Court: "1 have learned that when you have taken 'one trench there is always a new firing line beyond." Organizations and men are not quite comparable. Men grow old and pass, while an organization, if it is worth its salt, is as young at fifty as the day it was born. But even more than with so active, curious, search ing, growing and achieving a man as was Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes, an organization, when it has taken one trench, must move on to a new firing line beyond. If it doesn't, it falls in the trench and stays there. Our first trench was overcoming the prejudice of women being active n public life at the beginning of our General f ederation, bince tnen, we have taken many trenches and entered many new fields. So, from the ground of its com pleted first fifty years the G. F. W. C. looks forw.ird.' If it' pauses for a moment to review with Justifiable pride the half century since It began, it 13 with a firm purpose to grow ever greater in achievement. It look3 at its past triumphs only with an aim to surpass them.. The roots of the General Federa tion are in the United States. Their health is its health, their advance is its opportunity. It has grown with them. It must stand or fall with them. It is impossible to separate the interest of the General Federa tion from the interest cf this city, 3tate and nation. The General Fed eration battles for their interest as its own. This is the beginning of another half century in which the General Federation of Women's clubs will fight for our city, our state and for American principle. We face the future wita optimism. Our organi zation may change some of it's functions may be modified with the demand of these changing times. But one function the function of com munity service we shall maintain. As we began this with the words with which Ulysses looked back over his life, so we, as he did, face for ward with his resolve: "To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield." Gleanings. Heartiest Congratulations to the Plattsmouth Woman's Clubs L. W. Egenberger, Real Estate & Insurance THE ONLY LICENSED LADY REAL ESTATE AGENT ' IN CASS COUNTY, NEBRASKA . Our Slogan, 'Insure in Sure Insurance' Bekin Building - Telephone 23 a vital, magnificent program but honoring, too, all founders of local clubs and the efforts they have made to build better communities. It is the sincere desire of the editor of the CLUB WOMAN to give you a magazine worthy of such a magnifi cent organization; to bring you news not only from HeadquarteVs but ALL quarters: to encourage you in your study of the whole fascinating pro gram of our Federation; to make you all publicity conscious; and to give aid in all possible ways. To this end, we beg jour co-operation. Now to the Plattsmouth Club, all its faithful members, and all who have in any way contributed to the success of t his, your Jubilee birthday party, a bit of a toast! Here's to the past and its mem-ries Of happiness complete! Here's to the joy of the present And all that makes life sweet! And hero's to the happy future, When present plans and schemes Will unite in glad fulfillment Of all your dearest dreams! Sincerely, . MRS. OSCAR WARP. You can buy extra copies of this Golden Jubilee edition at 5c each or 50c per do;;en. Phone your requests to 340-W or buy at Book Store. "parf ies" everywhere, honoring not only' our Qeneral, Federation with financial gifts for the carrying out of People have always had to eat, but Groceries were not always so .reasonable as they are new - at our store ! CCME IN AND SEE FOR YOURSELF C' ' Congratulations to P. W. C. HinltyDintty "A WHAT NOT" is as popular today as it was 50 years ago, but we can give better service today than was given then. Come in and let us help you select new furniture. One piece or for ! entire home you'll find our prices right! Congratulations to Plattsmouth Woman's Clubs FARLEY'S FOR FINE FURNITURE You Couldn't Imagine Ladies Bowling in this Dress 50 Years Ago! BE MODERN . . AND BOWL Bowling is a sport everyone, ycung or eld, can enjoy. It's healthful, it helps keep your waistline slim and it's a lot of fun, too! Stop in some afternoon soon. Bring a friend. Woman's Club members welcome. rjj Plattsmouth Bowling Alley PLATTSMOUTH'S NEWEST AND MOST MODERN FOOD MARKET SENDS ITS 'CONGRATS to the fine Plattsmouth Junior and Senior Woman's Clubs, who've done a swell job of community building. JOE'S NEW' WAV All success to the Plattsmouth Women's Clubs on the celebration of their Jubilee. Thanks for your patronage 1 MULLEN S MEAT MARKET What a change today from the first mode of travel. Cass county has kept pace with the changing modes of transportation just aa has the Plattsmouth Woman's Club. As County Officials, we congratulate the progressive Federated Woman's Clubs of the county for their many worth-while accomplishments. WALTER SMITH County Attorney JOE MRASEK County Sheriff C E. LEDGWAY Clerk List Court A. H. DUXBURY County Judge ' JOHN E. TURNER County Treasurer MRS. KIECK Co. Superintendent RAY BECKER 'Eegister of Deeds ROBERT MANN County Surveyor GEORGE R. SAYLES ' County Clerk GEORGE L. FARLEY ; . ; Co, Commissioner Your Cass County Officials