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THURSDAY, SEPT. 12, 1940. PLATTSMOUTH SEMI - WEEKLY 70USHAL PAGE TERES OC1AL From Uonday'a Dany Married at Missouri Valley The marriage of Miss Maxine Stozel of Missouri Valley, Iowa, and Mr. Charles Christianson, Of this city, occurred on Thursday at the home of the hride in the Iowa city. The young: people are now located at their new home in the Coronado apartments. Mr. Christianson is en gaged here with the Iowa-Nebraska Light & Power Co., at the sub-station south of this city. uts pt Soenmchscn Home ! Mrs. Jack Davis and daughter, Miss Barbara, of Los Angeles, Cali fornia, are here as guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Soen nlchsen anad family. Mrs. Davis with the daughters, Barbara and With Every Tall Glass of Kefreshing PABST BEER Hot Dog Sandwich Free Hotel Plattsmouth Bar A GOOD INVESTMENT Painting is always a good invest ment. Not cdy do you bring new life and beauty to your property, but you also protect it from dete rioration and add to its worth. Remember paint costs little com pared to the value of the property it protects. "The Painters Paints" When you redecorate, be sure to specify a quality finish. PITTS BURGH PAINTS, you know, are the painters' paints. Special estimating service avail able. If you wish, we can recom mend reliable contractors. Tell us the size of your home. We will estimate your requirements and offer ..you a bargain prio. . H.L.KRUGER Paint and Wallpaper Store 121 N. 6th St. Phone 195 PLATTSMOUTH TOttfltt BT MTtntE MIHTS BY PtTTSBUKCH gwjig3 0E S HEW M Ad fcr Plattsmouth, Fri., Sat., Sept. 13 and 14 PHONE 93 ana 95 WE DELIVER $8 ri OMAR g FLOUR E3 48-lb. Bag 11 0HAM8 COOKIES ShRdtment.....2 lbs. CRACKERS rcs!das. 21b. Boz M. B. C. PRUNES frfiM.0.... 2 lbs. 40-50 Santa In Collo Bag Shortening Beans 0 COFFEE Great Northern - Elbow macaroni or Short-Cut Spaghetti. 5-lb. Bag Raisins lZZ?ZT.s.'xi'" 3 lbs. SOAP 'SrJSSS.. 2 Giant Bars Orange Slices SEBSFSi?, Pancake Flour SliX8"-""d-..-. Karao Syrup 5 lb. Pail 25c; 10 lb. Pail Mary, have spent the summer at Otter Lake, New York. They are now en route home and stopped at Atchison, Kansas, where Miss Mary is a stu dent at that place in a young ladies school.' Dinner Guests Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Guy Clark of Lin coln, and Fred Davenport of this city, were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Hatt Sunday. The Clarks' daughter, Lora was also heiv with her parents. Miss Ruth Ann Hatt returned Friday from St. Joseph, Missouri, where she was a guest of her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. M. A. An drews and she visited with a number of cousins too. Passes 67th Birthday Sunday, September 8 was the 67th birthday anniversary of Mrs. Charles Gradovllle, and in honor of the event a family gathering took place in the afternoon and evening. All- but two of Mr. and Mrs. Gradoville's children were able to help celebrate with the mother. Dr. Charles Gradovllle, dentist at Des Moines, Iowa, sent a telegram congratulating his mother on the an nlvprsarv. Another son, Frank Gradoville of Washington, sent a ! congratulatory message by air mail i earlier. Among the group of children and ! grandchildren here yesterday were Mrs. Frank Ptacek and family, Mrs. ! Clarence Westphalen and husband Omaha, Mrs. Loren Todd and family, Mrs. Ross Bourne and family, Murray, Mrs. John Blotzer and family, Ed ward Gradoville and family, Tom Gradovllle and family, and Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Kohoutek. Mr. and Mrs. Gradoville have ten living children and twenty-four grandchildren. An evening dinner was served to the happy group in attendance. Entertains for Friends Mrs. Charles M. Manners enter tained on Friday evening at her home in honor of Mrs. W. H. Burns ; formerly Miss Leona Hirz and Mrs Earl Lamberson, formerly Miss Alyce IJane Hirz. MrB. Eurns is to join her ; husband at Camp Ord. California, where Mr. Burns is now stationed and Mrs. Lamberson goes to San Diego, where Mr. Lamberson is to be stationed with the U. S. navy. ., ! The event was In the nature of a handkerchief shower for the ladies on their departure, a number of sifts being received. The evening was spent at pinochle and at which a great deal of pleas ure was derived. i At the close of the evening refresh ments were served by Mrs. Manners assited by Mrs. Cora Hirz. I Those attending the event were: Mrs. Richard Beverage, Miss Mar garet Taylor, Mrs. John Libershal. Mrs. Lena Becker, Mrs. John Hirz, Mrs. Rex Bourne, Mrs. Cora Hirz, Mrs. Fred Hirz. Mrs. Edith Reed. Mrs. Frank Strough, Mrs. J. J. Stibal. FLOUR h, Sweet Tooth C4 48-lb. Bag O GRAPES h Flame Tokays 5 lbs. for 25c ij SUNE3ST SWEET, JUICY 2 DOZEN FOE- . 5o 15c 19c 43c Claras EUTTEE-NUT Drip or Eegular Tin or Jar. 1-lb., 250 ; 2-lb P & G's New 'Twenty Grand' You'll like It. 3-lb. can 45c 21c 13c 10c 10c 45c Mr. Robert Slavicek, the guesta of hono.. Mrs. Burns and Mrs. Lamber-son. From Tuesday's DH W. C. T. TJ. Meets . Members of the W. C. T. U. were entertained at the home of Mrs. Wal ter Propst Monday afternoon. Two guests as well as a favorable number of members attended the short busi ness meeting. At the close of the meeting a luncheon was served. Turners Entertain at Dinner Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Capwell were Sunday dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. N. Turner at Ash land. The dinner honored Mr. and Mrs. Neil Samek of Weston. The Pameks were recently married. Mr. Samek is a brother of Mrs. Capwell and Mrs. Turner. Third Anniversary Observed Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Wolski, the latter being the former Rosie Stull, celebrated their third wedding anni versary Sunday, September 8. Relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Wolski were with them during the day and assisted them in celebrating the occa sion. Luncheon was served later that day. Piano Recital Last Friday At the Mynard United Brethren church last Friday, Mrs. Roy O. Cole's piano students gave a recital before a large audience. Besides her two daughters, the students who each played a piano solo numbered eight Annlce Lee White, Margaret Smith, Delores Smith, Marianne Wet- enkamp, Duane and Frances Sack, Patty Scott, and Mildred Ann Mei singer. Eloise Cole and Marianne Wetenkamp played a duet and Rich ard Cole, nephew of Mrs. Cole, played a trumpet solo. From Wednesday's Tatiy Sirs. Knieke Entertains Circle ' An unusually large crowd attend ed the meeting: of the Woodman Cir cle Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Carl Knieke. The ladies had as a guest Mrs. Lena Droege, former ly a deputy of the circle for Cass county. Mrs. Ruth Marhenke, who was introduced bv Miss Marie Kaufmann, addressed the ladies on "Fraternal ism." Miss Kaufmann spoke briefly preceding Mrs. Marhenke's talk. A yard and garden which is al most equal to any park in Platts raontn or Omaha, the ladies were escorted to the Knieke garden spot. A luncheon was served by the hos tess, who was assisted by a group of the members. Picric Ontine Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Fred W. Howland ant two children, . Eilly and Betty, and Tr. and Mrs. Frank Horsak and son, 'arl Joseph, enjoyed an all-day outirg Sunday. First they went to Lincoln, where they participated in a picnic dinner at Pioneer Park. In the afternoon they visited the many places of interest. Late in the after noon they were guests at Antelope Park. En route home they came by way of Havelock and Ashland. In the evening they drove to Omaha, where they spent a short time in Spring Lake Park. Thus the two families covered three parks in one day. Celebrates Birthday Tuesday afternoon the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Claze was the scene of a very pleasant gathering of school friends to honor the birthday anniversary of Shirley Glaze, pass ing her fifth birthday. There were twelve of the children present for h BE DECEIVED BY SALESMEN who claim that their feed is better than GOOCH'S BEST Feed? Get this fine feed at prices no higher than just ordinary costs! Pure Bran, Cwt $1.00 Grey Shorts, Cwt $1.15 Busy Bird Lay'g Mash$1.75 26 Free Choice Lay ing Mash $2.25 Soy Bean Meal, 44 $1.60 Hog Fattener, 40 $2.50 Pig Meal, 32 $2.40 PLATTSMOUTH CREAMERY LOWER MAIN St. PKOKE 94 the afternoon, which was spent in games of all kinds until an appro priate hour when dainty refresh ments were served, featured by the birthday cake. In honor of the event Shirley received many pretty remem brances. Mr3. Glaze was assisted in serving by Mrs. John Glaze. Few Attend Fall First of the hall festivities given to honor King Korn-minded people was held Tuesday evening when Sam Brown's band entertained a small group. A couple's admission was one tractor ticket and numerous local people had purchased tickets. Seen dancing in the ballroom was a prominent Plattsmouth couple (two Junior Chamber of Commerce members). The gentleman wore a swallow-tail coat with matching derby. His wife was attired very strikingly anyway you would call it strikingly in her day and age. Her outfit comprised a brown, Btreet length dress, tightly-fitted shoes of nineteenth century fashion. She wore a black hat with matching veil and. following the "custom of that time, carried a handbag, which now would be termed a purse. Her escort wore a full-dres3 suit of his own de sign. Their identity was unknown for some time, but one thing was cer tain everyone observed they were having a splendid time at the first dance of the coming festival. The local couple plan to attend a number of such festivities and fash ionable outings during the coming week, and this will be at their own expense as a boost for the coming King Korn Karnival. Mrs. Georgia Creamer Entertains The Riverview club held its Sept. 10 meeting at the lovely country home of Mrs. Georgia Creamer with Mrs. Glen Campbell as co-hostess. Most members were present and we had two visitors, Mrs. Heaide and Mrs. Ruth Elding. The meeting opened by reading the collect in unison. Roll call was answered by each telling of their happiest moment. The regular busi ness meeting was held by Vice President Mrs. II. Ganaway presiding in the absence of President Slagel. A very interesting time vai had when all found out .who their eap sule friend was after having the opportunity to guess. New names were then drawn for next year'a cap sule friends. Dues were also paid at this meeting. We are sorry to have Mrs. Charles Koke, Mrs. Alex Campbell and Mrs. Elmer Phillips leave our club. The club will have a weiner roast Sunday. Sept. 15 at the home of Mrs. Betty Patterson. All be sure and come. We then sang two songs America." The remainder of the program was turned over to Mrs. Robert Rea who was afternoon program leader. A spelling contest was held and our guest, Mrs. Ruth Elding was the win ner. The meting came to a close with Mrs. Creamer and Mrs. Campbell serving a very delicious lunch. We kdjourned to meet with Mrs. Helen leaver October 8 with Mrs. Helen Ganaway as co-hostess and Mrs. Sulli van will be program leader. Club Reporter. Attorney Charles E. O'Brien of Omaha made a brief visit with friends In this city Sunday afternoon, while en route home from a hunting trip along the river. FRIDAY AMD SATURDAY Coublc Fratorf nillle Seward, Wm. Haade and Cbnrlm I.anc; la 'One Crowded Night Four Startling: Stories in One! Plus GKOKOF1 O'BRIEN' tq 'Prairie Law' Split-second Action! Western Justice! Also Adventure of Ked Ryder Serial. Matinee Sat.. 2:30; Nights at 7 and :S0. Adults, 28c inc Tax Children, 10 SUNDAY - MOIIDAY Walter Breaaan, Far Balnter la 'Maryland1 A, big cast in this spectacular techni color production that is even greater than "Kentucky.' Also Our Ciaas Con ed) , Cartoon and New. See this show! SISDAIT MATINEE, 2iS0 Matinee 28c, inc. Tax and 10c Nights 33c, inc. Tax and 10 TUESDAY ONLY UAIIGAIN DAY Brian Ah erne, Rita Haywortn In 'The Lady in Question' An exciting-, laugh-loaded romance. Al so Comedy and Novelty Heelx. Matinee at 2:30; Nights, 7 and 9. No War TaJt! No Tax Adults, 15; Children, 10c WEDNESDAY - THURSDAY Special Attraction for Korn Karnival! Vnllnce Beery, C Morrla and Virginia Grey In Thunder Afloat' Timely, Thrilling Story of the U Boats. Comedy, Cartoon aad Novelty Adults, 28c Ino Tax Children, lOo Christ Church Celebrates 50th Anniversary Many Long Time Members Present and Rev. H. 0. Rhode, a For mer Pastor, Also Here. Sunday, September 8, marked the fiftieth anniversary of Christ Luth eran church of Eight Mile Grove precinct, Cass county, Nebraska. The church was beautifully decor ated in gold and white. Gold and yellow flowers were used throughout the church. All former confirmands had been invited to attend. During the morn ing service the only living former pastor, Rev. H. O. Rhode of Bloom field, Nebraska delivered the sermon. Pastor A. Lentz read the history of the church. The church was filled to capacity. A loud speaker was pro vided by the Chamber of Commerce of Louisville for the benefit of those unable to uecure space in the church. A fellowship picnic dinner was en joyed by all, after which the roll call of all former confirmands was taken to which 114 responded. Also Mr. and Mrs. Young and daughter of Nehawka were present. Mrs. Young is daughter of a former pas tor. Rev. Spriegel. At this time gifts of remembrance were presented to Rev. and Mrs. Rhode. Three of the living charter mem bers or wives of charter members who were present during the day were Mrs. A. H. Engelkemier, Karl Engelkemier, Mrs. Jacob Tritsch and Mrs. F. J. Hennlngs. Carl Chriswisser of Plattsmouth, took pictures. During the afternoon service Rev. H. O. Rhode delivered a German ad dress and Rev. J. Scbrader of Yutan, Nebraska the English sermon. Mes sages of congratulations from those unable to be present were then read by Pastor A. Lentz. The evening sermon was delivered by Rev. F. W. Nolte of Westboro, Mo., president of Midwest Synod. Rev. H. O. Rhode, and Rev. Schrader spoke a few words In connection with the dedication of electricity in stallation. Pastor A. Lentz then dedicated the memorial gifts, they being a piano to the church by Mrs. Arthur - Smith, nee Norene Engel kemier as a memorial to her grand mother, Mrs. Friederika Pleager. The pulpit light fixtures by Mrs. Ferdinand Hennings in memory of her husband F. J. Hennlngs. The globes for the light fixtures in the church auditorium by Mr. and Mrs. Otto Schafer in memory of his mother nee Egger. A lumilite piano light for the church by J. C. Meieinger and chil dren in memory of wife and mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Meisinger nee For noff. j An organ light fixture for the church from Mrs. Henry Engelke mier In memory of her son, Howard William Engelkemier. A gift of money. by Mr. and Mrs. as DOES NOT CONTAIN LEAD (PROOF NEXT WEEK) Lice and worms delay growth and cut down, egg production in Poul try. Let us help yon to GET BED of these profit-destroying pests! It can be cheaply and easily done. Come in and talk with ns about it They can't make you money when they are the sole support of a large family of worms and lice! WE SELL Wayne Feeds and a full line of the Best Remedies WE BUY Poultry, Eggs and Cream Truck Service Call 107 Proof of Last Week's Ad BLACK IS NOT A COLOR Note the following definition from Funk & Wagnall s New Standard Dictionary: "Black: Having little or no power to reflect light: absorbent of or with out light; having no spectral color.' ffl (THIS IS7HE Jake Hild and family In memory of Mr. and Mrs. John Bock. A gift of gold altar vases by Mr. and Mrs. August Keil and family. A church marker to the church by Marie Lentt in memory of her great grandfather Broder Henningsen. The choir added their part to the three services by anthems. The Schafer sisters and Miss June Schafer of Norfolk, Nebraska giving special numbers. Church History Rev. Frederick Spriegel became the first pastor in 1880. He began preaching in what is now known as the Oxford school, district 91, and the Becker school, district 41. The first baptism entered in the church book reads Schafer, Jacob, father; Marie nee Eggert, mother; Marie Mai, child born October 14, 1879 baptized March 28, 1880. The first confirmation was order ed Easter 1883. The following were confirmed: P. M. Meisinger, J. G. Meisinger, Henry G. Falter, Ludwig Hoffart, John Wallinger, Jacob Lohnes, Anna Elizabeth Meisinger. The first marriage recorded is that of George Meisinger and Louisa Wallinger on August 7, 1881. On July 9, 1890 the congregation was organized and the constitution adopted. Reasons for adopting a constitution are to be found in the fact that the congregation had de cided to acquire a church site and to erect a church building. This was carried out in May 1S90. Rev. Spriegel continued to serve this congregation for 32 years. At a special meeting held on May 29, 1912, Pastor Julius Huebner was ullen's -Meat Market PHONE 95 WE DELIVER 8:30 and 10:30 a. m. 2:00 and 4:00 p. m. BEEF ROAST Corn Fed Per lb 17c BEEF STEW, Fresh Cut, No Bone, lb. 18 VEAL BROWNIES, per lb.. 25 PORK SAUSAGE, pure Pork, per lb 15 PORK TENDERETTES, per lb 30 A MOST COMLETZ LINE OF Cold Meats -Fresh Dressed Poultry Bulk Pickles -Dills, Sweet and Kosher Boned and Rolled HAM Sliced or Piece Per lb..... 30c WE ASK "i HE OF THE 4' l LNEMANS SPUR HITS TACK A AND SUPS fry. i mm UW1) ' ' m TEliFHOItt POLES ARE KOT BILLBOARDS ! Many accidents to our lineaea -sone of them serious- . have been caused by tacks used to affix adver tising matter to our poles. . Sale bills, campaign posters and all fores of advertising mterial becrae genuine hazards. We ask our many good friends.wto thus untiiinkiojflY menace the safety of our enpfcvts.to refain froa posting material of TiUEXOLNTELBS unanimously elected. During Rev. Huebner's pastorate the parsonage was built. On December 13, 1914 Rev. Kunz endorf was elected. In October. 1920, Rev. H. O. Rhode became successor to Rev. Kunzen dorf. On July 5, 1925, Rev. A. Lentz, the present pastor, was elected as successor to H. O. Rhode. In 1926 a basement was placed under the church and the church improved and renovated with apse and vestibule. During the 50 years the follow ing total of ministerial acts is re corded in the church book: Bap tisms, 568; confirmation 4 9 times; total number confirmed, 406; mar riages, 106; funerals, 108. From Tuesday's Daily John Nelson. Jr., of Lincoln was here Monday and last evening to visit wiih Mr. and Mrs. William Nelson and also enjoying a fishing trip along the Platte river. LAND, FARM and RANCH BARGAINS FOR SALE Electrolux refrigerator, kerosene, good condition. 716 North, 6th. Phone 561-J. ltw FOR SALE Grapes and grape Juice. See John Motacek. who resides across the street from Walter Brittain south of Plattsmouth. ltw Fresh' Cut Hamburger 2 lbs. for. .27c 12 Bacon Square Cello Wrapped Per lb.....lZc u COOPERATION PUBLIC ! an kind upon our poles . . . TEIH2AFHC0; him mpton 0