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PLATTSMOUTH SEMI .' WEEKLY JOURNAL PAGE SIX MONDAY, MAY 6, 1940. JO From Thursday's Dally . Altar Society Meets A large crowd, comprised largely of immediate members, attended the business-social meeting of the St. John's Altar society Wednesday after noon. Hostesses comprised Mrs. Ru dolph Iverson, Mrs. John Hobscheidt, Jr., Mrs. Joseph Hiber, Mrs. Eniil r,orenz, Mrs. Emil Ptak, Mrs. Robert Rea, Mrs. E. G. Ruffner, Mrs. Dan Reichstadt, and Mrs. Herman Reich stadt. Highlights of the business session included the submission of a report on the recent D.C.C.W. meeting, which was held in Douglas. Monday, April 29. This was given by Mrs. Pred I. Rea, second vice-president. The ladies of this society are to serve the 1940 Junior-Senior banquet Sat urday evening. May 11 at the Ameri can Legion hall. The social hour was spent in play ing bingo, Mrs. Robert Rea and Mrs. Dan Reichstadt serving as the call ers, rrizes for this game were awarded to Mrs. Elmer Elliott, Mrs. Elmer Bennett, and Mrs. Frank Ees tor. Mrs. Francis Toman received the special prize. Mrs. William Woolcott, president of the Altar society, served as the leader of the afternoon. Presbyterian Federation Members of the First Presbyterian Church Woman's Federation met in the sanctuary of the church for their regular monthly meeting Wednesday afternoon, and this meeting was pre sided over by Mrs. William Robert son, the new president. The meeting was preceded by a prayer led by the missionary chairman, Mrs. Glen Val lery. The usual business was discussed end among this was included a num ber of reports particularly one on the recent Presbytery at Hebron, Ne braska. Mrs. Oliver Meisinger and Mrs. Wylie Sigler, assisted by Dr. Harry G. McClusky, submitted the report. A program followed the society's meeting and Miss Shirley Walling and Bruno Reichstadt each sang a solo number. Miss Ruth Westover accompanied Bruno and Mrs. J. R Reeder served as accompanist for Miss Walling. Miss Westover also played a piano solo. The vocal and piano solo numbers were heard in conjunction with the observance of Music Week, which begins Sunday, May 5. Refreshments were served by mem bers of Circle 2 of which Mrs. Hilt Martin is chairman. from Friday' Dany Theater Party Tuesday Miss Helen ulrich, daughter of j Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Taenzler, cele Mrs. Ewald Ulrich and a teacher atjbrated her twelfth birthday yester the Cullom school, celebrated her twenty-first birthday Tuesday, April 30 and in honor of the occasion a SAVE ON QUALITY MEATS! Q 13 A I 5? Lean, meaty Per BEEF HEARTS OVER HAMBURGER .c:ou?d. Bee: . . . .SSe PORK CHOPS K?' L. 17c FRANKFURT Zs.a:. 29c COLD CUTS &ap"rtfb..Bakfd 19c MINCED LUNCHEON KS Z 22c LOW GROCERY PRICES! A SHREDDED WHEAT mr30Ppk3,.2c COFFEE HERSHET'S PRUNES K5ISffS , ..... 23c PEACHES WaHna,.f 3Sc SOAP pP.flrLE,CrL'.WE.0? .Ca"!flY. ... 5c FRUITS AND VEGETABLES NEW POTATOES ??;lGpdX39c CALIFORNIA SHAFTER WHITES, 10 Lbs., 21c NEW CABBAGE 5c PEAS ;Zxi.nru". APPLES SSZSr?. 4 lbs., 25c LETTUCE &Cl"!-.....J Heads, 15c (Plattsmouth, Tues., Wed.; May 7-81"' Right to Limit Reserved) theater party was tendered Helen. The guest of honor and her guests were special giiests at a birthday luncheon at Mrs. Ewald Mich's home immediately following the theater party. Have Interesting Meeting The Woman's Auxiliary of the St. Luke's church held a very pleasant meeting Thursday afternoon at the home of Miss Dora Fricke on, North 6th street. The study program was in charge of Mrs. John E. Schutz, who had as her subject that of "Si lent Missions," the church schools and work with those who are mutes In carrying the message of the church. During the afternoon Misa Cath erine Conis gave a most interesting presentation of the story of the Easter service cf the Greek Orthodox church, its traditions and the cere monies that mark this important event in the Christian world. Miss Fricke served dainty and de licious refreshments at the close of the afternoon. From Saturday'j Dally Mrs. Gobelman Hostess Greeting her scuest3 in her Golden Spike costume, Mrs. Mollie Gobelman entertained the members of her bridge club the Delta Deck Bridge club Thursday evening:. 'lay 2. The party took place in the dining room of the Hotel Plattsmouth. Fruit blossoms decorated the room in the hotel. Card honors were awarded to Mrs. Lora Lloyd Kieck, Misses Amelia Marten3 and Mathilda Soenr.ichsen. Married on West Coast The many friends here will be in terested to learn of the marriage of Mrs. A. E. Stewart, formerly of this city. Mrs. Stewart was married on Friday, April 12th at Los Angeles to Mr. Fred R. Cortes, and they will make their future home in the Cali fornia city. Mr. Cortes i3 the manager of the Hillcone steamship line, one of the large marine companies on the west coast. Attend Sorority Reunion The annual Delta Delta Delta state reunion opened Friday evening with a picnic at the home of Mrs. J. E. Thomson. Mrs. Fred Haas of Omaha, state vice-president, presided in the absence of Mrs. I. E. O. Pace, state president. Among the many who attended the picnic supper and today's meetings included Mrs. Wil liam Robertson and Mrs. Searl S Davis. The program for today was scheduled as follows: Meeting at the chapter house, 11 a. m.; luncheon, 1 p. m.; meeting, 2 p.m. Passes Twelfth Birthday- Miss Phyllis Taenzler, daughter of day and in honor of the occasion her 'mother tendered her a dinner party at which a group of her close friends lb. llV. T.en.de.r. 7c J'S!!?. ISO Sunrise Brand 8-ct. Pkgs., 3 for. 20c Sunrise Mellow g 3 Ib3., 35c; 1-lb. bag &C Mild and Mellow Milk Chocolate Candy. Large bar fC P.M. and relatives attended. Dinner guests included Ruth Woest, Ann Martin, Marjorie Devoe, Phyllis Bourck, Betty Jean Schick, Bonny Hamlin, Plattsmouth, and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Colwell and daughter, Caroline, Glen- wood, Iowa. A theater party followed the birth day dinner. Methodist Federation Milo Price, Plattsmouth's new postmaster who was chosen In Jan uary to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Dr. Frank Cummins, spoke before the Woman's Feder ation of the First Methodist church Thursday afternoon. A large group filled the church parlors eager to hear the address and partake of the fine luncheon served by a committee from Naomi circle a circle that has Mrs. John Hatt as its chairman. The major portion of the business session was taken up in the discus sion of the plans and arrangements made for the serving of the banquet to the Plattsmouth Woman) club members in the church parlors Mon day evening, May 6. Other important points v.-ere discussed. In general Mr. Price, who was formerly social science teacher In the local high school, addressed the ladies on the work and management of the postoffice department. In carrying out their part in the national observance of Music Week, the ladies heard Miss Mary Jean Hatt play the beautiful piano solo number, "The First Waltz." To the accompaniment of Mrs. Don Seiver, group singing took place with Mrs. Gladys Glaze serving as the leader. Committee members selected from the Naomi circle later served a luncheon. P. E. 0. Meeting- Chapter F., P. E. O. were delight fully entertained Friday afternoon at the home of 'Mrs. Clement Woster, a very large number taking advantage of the pleasant weather to attend. In honor of music week, the ladies of the chapter enjoyed a program of group singing, led by Mrs. E. II. Wescott, Mrs. L. S. Devoe being at the piano. The songs used were those that had been sung at the state con vention at Lincoln. The members also received the re ports of the state convention given by the delegates, Mrs. P. T. Heine- man,' chapter chairman, and Mrs. L. S. Devoe. These covered the high lights of the convention in an excel lent manner. At the close of the afternoon, the hostess, assisted by her mother, Mrs J. W. Crabill, served refreshments. TRAILER HOUSE BURNS from Thurftdar'a Daily This morning at an early hour the trailer house owned by John Curtis and parked near the Missouri river bridges, was burned to the ground by a fire of unknown origin. The trailer house was occupied by the W, E. Mason family but none of the family was In the structure when the fire broke out. The fire was discovered by other residents and the alarm given, and in endeavoring t get into the trailer to try and secure some cloth ing Mrs. Lucille Harris suffered slight burns. The structure and its contents, was all destroyed and with out insurance. -MS- I ft.', NEW LOCATION himh. leaner Next Sunday is Mother's Day Eemember Your Mother She Always Rememtered You Many Sug gestions at Toggery. "Remember Your Mother" is the Mothers Day theme at the Ladies Toggery . . . no matter where you buy your gift or how much or little it may cost. Give mother some thing. We have prepared for this day for several weeks and every department in our store fairly shouts sugges tions for mother. We are prepared to wrap your packages neatly and mail them, if you wish. Mother knows best. Years of ex perience have taught her. to look for quality first. She knows that Mun singwear hosiery is quality hosiery and would love to have you choose them for her gift on that day. They are priced at 39S S9 and $1.00 a pair. Beautiful handbags, roomy, with zipper openings. $1.00 and $1.95. See the beautiful display of Hand kerchiefs. Singles at 15S 25 and 50; Boxed at 50S 75 and $1. Just received a large shipment of millinery for Mother's day. Plenty of black, navy, white and black and white combinations priced at $1.00, $1.95 and up. New assortment of wash frocks in prints and summer sheers. Sizes 12 to 20, 38 to 52. Your choice of many sties, only $1.00. New coat for mother? We have a nice selection of coats and we can save you money. All or our coats are on sale at a fraction above manu facturer's cost, which means a great saving for you. Don't forget, stores now open on Wednesday evenings to serve you. THE LADIES TOGGERY, Shop of Personal Service. TO ATTEND LUNCHEON IN LINCOLN TUESDAY Mayor Arnold J. Lillie and several members of the council will attend the Public Affairs luncheon of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Tues day, in response to an invitation from Mayor Campbell of 'the capital city. Howard Hunter, a deputy WPA com missioner, of Washington, D. C, will speak on matters, of interest to the towns that will be represented. SUFFERS HEART ATTACK Littleton Bethards, shoemaker at 613 Main street, was the victim of a heart attack Wednesday afternoon, shortly afler 4 p. m. Upon the ar rival of a customer, Dick Case, Mr. Bethards made his way to his sew ing machine where he collapsed. Dr. R. P. Westover was summoned Im mediately and administered first aid. He was later taken- 16 his home on Orchard Hill. UNDERGOES TONSILECTOMY Miss Marie Read, who has been engaged as waitress at the Hotel Plattsmouth Coffee shop, was oper ated upon Wednesday for the removal of her tonsils. She came through the ordeal nicely and after a short rest at the family home near Cedar Creek, 'expects to resume her work. 429 MAIN STREET First Door East of Swatelc Hardware Our office and finish room now located in cur building, South side of Main St. OPEN HOUSE FREE CLEANING, PRESSING Although open for business, we will not be fully settled before Wednesday, May 8. From then until Saturday night, May 11, we will hold "Open House" and invite YOU to pay a visit to our new finish room, from which clothes emerge spotlessly clean, odorless and perfectly pressed! i 51 During this "Open House" Period Wednesday to Saturday, we will give away absolutely FREE $25.00 worth of Cleaning and Pressing. , Nothing to buy simply come in and look over our new office and finish room! Our regular 2 Plain Garments for $1 Wednesday Special in effect four days this week Wednesday to Saturday! Cash and Carry No One Day Service Lugscii Cleaners Now at 429 Main Phone 163 MUSIC WEEK OBSERVANCE From Saturday's Daily- Starting tomorrow and continu ing to next Sunday, the people of the United States are called upon to join in the observance of music week. a week dedicated to the study and enjoyment of music and its influence. The president of the United States, governors and municipal heads have joined in the movement to make this the greatest observance yet held for music. Here in Plattsmouth the week is to bring a wealth of entertainment and enjoyment in many well Ar ranged programs that will start with the choral presentations of the churches Sunday, followed by pro grams each day and evening with school offerings, a great public sing on Wednesday night on South 5th street. The musical talent of Plattsmouth embraces a large number of persons, whose development is due to the in creasing interest in and participation in things musical. Let, us continue this interest and make even larger strides in the developing of the mu sical teaching and appreciation among the residents of the commun ity. Those who are sponsoring the music week program are entitled to every way possible in making it a great and outstanding success. Let all in the community join in making next week a memorable one. BISHOP STEWART DIES CHICAGO, May 3 (UP) Bishop Georpe Craig Stewart of the Chicago Episcopal Diocese died last right of a heart attack while he was being driven to a south side church where he was to instruct a confirmation class. He was GO. He was head of the diocese and di rector cf a suburban Evanston, I1L, church, one of ths wealthiest and most fashionable in the Chicasro arei. He had been bishop since 1930. Ho was torn at Saginaw, Mich., where he attended elementary schools He first entered the Methodist min istry and was pastor of several Chi cago churches before he turned to the Episcopal ministry in 1902. He served .is a chaplain in France dur ing the World War. WOKEN'3 BOWLING LOOP Friday night the Norfolk Packing team was forfeited three games by Carr bakery. Tuesday night the Ladies Toggery defeated the Pop's Tas-Tee-Ettes two out of three and at 3 the arney rfe bowlers downed the Masonic Home keglers two out of three Standings to date: G W L Pet. .625 .611 .542 .528 .500 Norfolk 72 Ai 27 Pop's Tas-Tee-Ettes 72 44 28 Ladies Toggery 72 39 33 Masonic Home 72 33 34 Farnev Cafe 72 36 36 Tuesday night at 7:30 Farney Cafe meets Pop's Tas-Tee Ettes and at 9:00 the Ladies Toggery meets the Norfolk Packing Co. ROMANIES ON MOVE Wednesday afternoon. Sheriff Joe Mrasek and Deputy Sheriff Emery Doody were called out to the vicin ity of the Oreapolis viaduct, where a party of gypsies were camped. There were three large cars with tents and a large number of adults and child ren in the party that had made camp. The Romanies were ordered to be on the highway by C o'clock in the evening, and accordingly broke camp and set out to go else where in search of a stopping place. MARRIAGE AT PARSONAGE Late Wednesday afternoon the Methodist parsonage was the scene of the marriage of Clarence joun Kuenning, of Palmyra, and Mis3 Myrtle Louise Neihart, of Omaha. The groom and his family are old time friends of the Lowson family, attending church at Douglas at the time of the pastorate of Rev. Low- son. The marriage vows were blessed by Rev. Lowson and witnessed by the mother and brother of the groom. SUNOWA CAMP FIRE We met at the library and made May baskets. WTe sold them for a nickel apiece. This will go to pay fr our honor beads. However this v ill not be enough to pay for every I hing so we will sell candy for it. Eldora Shellenbarger, scribe. NEW UNIFORMS ARRIVE The police force assuming office May 1st, appeared last evening in their new uniforms and caps. The uniforms are similar to those of the former police, dark blue with the military caps and silvered buttons. PARK BOARD ORGANIZES The city park board, recently ap pointed by Mayor Arnold J. Lillie, met tbi3 week to organize for the year. George Conis will continue as chairman and Robert Wurl becomes the secretary-treasurer. succeedine John Cloidt. Rea F. Patterson is the third member of the board. Coni3 and Wurl have served during the past two years, while Patterson is a new member. This board has an important work to perform in the care and beautifi cation of the parks of the city, and has been able in late years to do a very good job of it on limited funds available for that purpose. MABEL WHITE RETURNS Following a six weeks' stay in the Clarlcson hospital, Omaha, Miss Mabel White returned to Plattsmouth Wed nesday afternoon. She wa3 taken to the home of Mrs. Perry Coffman, who will assist in caring for Miss White. Although not feeling quite so well today, Miss White is said to be slow ly recovering from her recent ill ness. MOVES TO OMAHA Sergeant and Mrs. George Trotter and daughter, Beverly, who have been making their home in this city with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Sedlak, parents of Mrs. Trotter, are now moving to Omaha. They have secured a very pleasant home in South Oma and which will be nearer Fort Crook where Seregant Trotter is stationed. 1TAME CAUSES CONFUSION Mrs. Mike Kaffenberger of south of this city, has been caused 6ome annoyance in the last few days by reason of confusion of her christian name with that of another lady in volved in some litigation. This state ment is made to avoid any misun derstanding on the part of the pub lic. RETURN TO CALIFORNIA Earle Koeble, John Palmer, and Miss Charlotte Palmer left for South Gate, California Tuesday after spend ing a week in Plattsmouth. Mr. Koeble was called to this city by the death of his father, Henry Koeble, who died Tuesday. April 23. The trip from and to California was made by auto. RECUPERATING HERE Dr. J. S. Gungial, of Dunlap, Iowa, is here to enjoy a visit with his old friend and associate,- Dr. V. S. Eaton and family. Dr. Gungial has just recently undergone an operation at Omaha. RETURNS TO WORK TODAY Harold Lillie, who has been ill with the Cu the past three days, Avas able to return to his duties in the offices of the BREX today. CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH On Louisville-Flattsmouth Road Sunday, May 12 9:30 a. m. Sunday school. 10:30 a. m. English services. 7:30 p. m. Special Mother's day service in English. .. HEMNANT SALE , Large variety of Remnant Lengths. All kinds of Fabrics Your Choice at 5c&&cyd. MEN'S WORK Ml I FULL CUT Slue and Gray Chambray Sizes 142 to 17 rut '1 SOENNICHSEN'S PLATTSMOUTH. NEBR. Wednesday t i specials $ bid WILL ERECT NEW HOME G. O. Schwenneker, well known carpenter and contractor, has pur chased the property on Pearl street, just west of the residence of the Don Cramer family at Seventh and Pearl. Mr. Schwenneker is expecting to tear down the old house, one of the oldest residence properties in the city and erect in its stead a new and attractive home. The property purchased is one of the old landmarks in the city, erected many years ago by the early settlers cf Plattsmouth. It was for a long period of time owned by the Meth odist church and used as a parsonage by the church. SEI RELEASE FROM VILLAGE An action was filed in the office of the clerk of the district court today in which Mary A. Todd, widow; Melvin R. Todd, and Alice M. Rathe are the plaintiffs and the Village of Union, the defendants. The plaintiffs -ask that real estate owned by them be set outside the corporate limits of the village, the land trelng U3ed exclusively for agri cultural purposes and not platted into town lots. Community Building Club ELECTED MAY 4 G07 Mrs. Addie Frans$50 Not Paid 437 L. 0. Minor $25 Not Paid This Week $50 -$50 Egg Black Mhiie This Ad for Tues. and Wed. EM DALE Peaches 4ffc No. 2V2 Tin.. Ji-J?' Frank's or Shurflne Kraut Uftc Mo. 22 Can LAKESIDE Corn on the Cob 4 Ears of Selected 4 Eg Fresh Com in can. FRUIT BELT Sliced -KIFFER . Pears 4Ro Wo. 2Vz Can i.W Salad Dressing TA3TEWELL Full Quart Jar. . . Hawkeye Pineapple Preserves Uc 2-lb. Jar IQA Gelatine DESSERT llGC 4 Pkgs. for A1' PURITY Cheese ARq 2-lb. Box .;tSJ?' a KELLOGQ'S Corn Flakes 2 Pkgs. for........ 20c and Cereal Bowl Free! Hiditey Beans TASTEWELL 5C Tall Cans, 3 for. . . . . A-P' MORNING LIGHT Pork and U Beans 0c No. 22 Can KINGSFORD CORN Starch 2 Pkgs. for. ...... i?c and 1 Pkg. Kromel Free IGA BEAUTY Soap 4 Bars for IQc and 1 Wash Cloth Free New California White Potatoes 10 lbs. for 29c Heat Department BONELESS ROLLED Ham "BOe Sliced, per lb V By Piece, lb., 24c FRESH GROUND Bee Per lb 15c Pork Steak Choice Quality tf7lAr Per lb A STORE OPEN WEDNESDAY NIGHT JjjThey make a very nmy appearaucc.