Image provided by: University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries, Lincoln, NE
About The Plattsmouth journal. (Plattsmouth, Neb.) 1901-current | View Entire Issue (Dec. 30, 1940)
PAGE SIX PLATTSMOUTH SEMI - WEEKLY JOUBNA1 From Thursday's Dally Guests Here Mr. and Mrs. James Cridgewater had 83 their guests Christmas Mr. and Mrs. Irvln Marquette and family of Kansas City, Missouri, Mrs. Laura Sanders of Peru and Mrs. Maggie Ma son of this city. The Marquettes will remain over the week-end. Carolers Heard Yesterday Fourteen young people with Rev. t James C. Lowson began caroling at 5 a. m. Christmas day. Members of the Methodist church Epworth League and their friends comprised the carolers. They were Elizabeth Ann Wiles, Mary Ann Winscot, Doro thea Duxbury, Claudeen Keller, Fhyl lis Bourck,' Janet Westover, Ronald Rebal, Warren Lillie, Hazel Kelley, John Bestor, Ruth Lowson, Kenneth Armstrong, May McCarroll, Betty Jo Wilson and Rev. Lowson. A breakfast was served the group at the Masonic Home. holiday In this city, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Jewell and daughter, Nancy are expecting to leave for their Xorth Platte home tomorrow. While here they were guests of Mrs Jew ell's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fitch, Sr. Guests at Sulser Home Mr. and Mrs. Hershel Dew and daughter, Patricia Ann, spent Christ mas with Mr. and Mrs. Matt Sulser. Mr. and Mrs. Will Egenberger of Lexington and Mrs. Mary Egenber ger and Mrs. Sidney Bell and son Richard also spent a short time at the Sulser home and with Mrs. John Hirz and Mrs. Lena Becker. from Friday" ttiifly Jewells Leave Tomorrow After spending the Christmas Tartschs Have Guests Holiday guests at the George Tartsch home are Mr. and Mrs. Jack Soucie and two children, Delores and "Maddy" of Lincoln. Mrs. Soucie is a niece of Mrs. Tartsch. Mr. Soucie is employed with the Havelock Water & Light department. tract. A Christmas tree gave light for the eating of, refreshments served by Miss Shirley Petersen. Greetings WE WISH ALL OUR FRIENDS -A PROSPEROUS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR Phillips 66 Ray Hilt In Lincoln Christmas Miss Verna Leonard, local li brarian, spent Christmas day in Lin coln with other relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Leonard, Mrs. Ed ward Jackson, and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Bulger of Omaha, and Miss Leonard were guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. iWorley. Entertains School Friends Thursday afternoon, Miss Edna Mae Petersen entertained at her parents' home on Park Hill. Her guests, Fran C16idt, Harriet Goos, Jean Knorr, Pat Minor of Kankakee, Tidball, Mary Kay Wiles, spent the nme piaying &coicn Driage ana con- Spend Holiday at Lincoln Mr. and Mrs. Jack von Gillern and children, Jack II and Roger Creighton von Gillern, had the pleasure of entertaining the mem bers of the family of both Mr. and Mrs. von Gillern on Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Troop, grandparents and Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Troop, par ents of Mrs. von Gillern of this city, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. von Gillern, Marian and Bobby and Mr. and Mrs. E. J. von Gillern of Nebraska City formed the party. There were two large tables very beautifully ar ranged with the red tapers, snowy linen and sparkling silver, centered with mission fruits and pines from California, a gift of Jack Troop, brother of Mrs. von Gillern. Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Troop and Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Troop also re ceived a lovely remembrance from their grandson and son, Jack, in mission fruit and pines. From Saturday's Dally Entertain at Dinner Mr. and Mrs. George P. Dobson and family were guests last evening at an informal dinner party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Burdic. NEW Hi, Ever body We wish you all a very Happy New Year and thank you for your generous patronage during the past twelve months. L. W. Egenberger, Grocery Entertains Club Members Special guests at the Two-Square Bridge club's meeting Thursday after noon were Mrs. Emery Doody, Mrs. Charles Petersen, and Mrs. Emmons Ptak. Mrs. Fred I. Rea was hostess. Mrs. Henry Starkjohn held the high score: Mrs. Lester Gaylord, second; and Mrs. Doody drew the Ace of Spades. A luncheon culminated the eightsome party. To Be Married Next Year Announcement was made this week of the approaching marriage of Miss iFmnrps Kanfpr. dmie-htpr nf Mr. and Mrs. Bill Kanger of Omaha to Charles Skripsky. Jr., only son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Skripsky, Sr. Tentative arrangements have been jset for March, when "Frannie and Charlie" will march to the altar at the Immaculate Conception church in Omaha. The groom-elect is a nephew of Mrs. Bessie Aschenbrener of this city. Annual Party Mr. and Mrs. Adam Kaffenberger were host and hostess at this year's Christmas night party, when a large YEAR END ,'.j'!,"l"g''r" i.,1!,'.' III Miwwywm IHIWWW.. tA.' Sale Begins Sat, Dec. 28th &3 P Dresses Ann Foster & Dressy Types Black and Colors Sizes to 42 REDUCED TO Sweaters & Blouses Two Lots 49c - 69c 2.95 3.95 4.95 Rayon Crepe Print Dresses Sizes to 44. Formerly $1.95 to $3.95 Reduced to $1 and 1.59 y n f nil Corduroy Skirts seduced to $1.59 AllWool Skirts Reduced to 1.29 & $1 .jar Women's Clearance Sale! On All Types of Millinery Values to $2.95 . . . . $1 Silk Hose Discontinued Colors in Darker Tones Regular 79c and $1 2 Pair for SOENNICHSEN'S group of the Kaffenberger clan gath ered for their annual get-together. The gift exchange- was the main at traction. Bingo, cards, and party games were played that evening. Later the ladies served a luncheon. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. Adam Kaf fenberger that evening were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kaffenberger and son, Junior, Mrs. Margaret Kaffenberger, Mr. and Mrs. Verner Kaffenberger and son, Mrs. Emma Kaffenberger and son, Elmer, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kaffenberger and son, Henry, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Meisinger, Mr. and Mrs. Theo dore Svoboda, Mr. and Mrs. George Stoehr, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Stoehr, and Mrs. M. Engelkemier and daugh ter, Arlene. FOUR MILE CLUB Christmas Breakfast On Christmas morning C. Li. Wiles and wife motored to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Wiles at My nard, and enjoyed a Christmas break fast with the family. The dining room was lovely with decorations of pine boughs and sil ver festooning and bells and a large gaily trimmed Christmas tree occu pied the bay window. After breakfast the gifts were dis tributed and much fun and frolick ing ensued as Grandpa Ted endeav ored to help the kiddies with their toys. Needless to say that the fire truck of Baby Alan Thomas got a good working out, but Janice's tri cycle was a bit too small for Grand pa Ted. However, the pastry set re ceived a good share of his attention. This very happy occasion came to a close about noon, when Mr. and Mrs. Wiles departed to go to the home of Mrs. Caroline Cole to enjoy Christmas dinner with the mother of Mrs. Wiles. Cole Family Dinner Mrs. Caroline Cole, or Mynard, was hostess to some of her imme diate family at a Christmas dinner at her home. Her son, Carl and wife of Brule, Xebr., sent her a turkey, dressed for the occasion, and with all the trim mings, Mrs. Cole(served a seasonable feast. The rooms were decorated with bells, festoons and wreaths in the Christmas-time colorings. The table carried out the red, white and blue color scheme, with the white linen table cloth, blue willow-ware dishes and blue water glasses and the red glass sugar, creamer and salad dish. The centerpiece .comprised a large footed dish of various colored Christ mas candies, with a lower dish of mixed nuts on either side. Following the , sumptuous dinner, everyone assembled in the living room, where the fir tree was await ing, with gifts for all. Among her gifts, Mrs. Cole re ceived a box from her son Earle and wife, of Claremont, Calif., and also a remembrance from her granddaugh ter, Mrs. Fred Trilety of Duluth, Minn. After the exchange of gifts, the re mainder of the afternoon was spent in visiting and reminiscing. Would that all humanity could have enjoced "Peace on earth, good will toward men," such as we, in America, are privileged to do. December 10th, the Four Mile club met at the home of Mrs. Albert Todd. Mrs. Earl Becker was assistant hos tess. Most of the members were pres ent. The first part of the afternoon was taken up with the usual business session-lesson. In the absence of Mrs. Hugh Stander, Mrs. Leonard Born led the lesson, "Financial Planning is Building a Budget." Following this the club gave a shower for Mrs. Henry Xolting. She received many lovely gifts. Two games were played, and Mrs. Vivian Wehrbein and Mrs. Anna Meisinger Droved to be the most skillful and re ceived the prizes. At the close of the afternoon the hostesses served delicious refresh ments. Four Mile Christmas Party On the evening of December 19th the Four Mile Study club members and their families held their Christ mas party at the Eagles Hall. The group opened their evening of entertainment and fun with the singing of Christmas carols. Santa then arrived with his pack on his back and a gift for every one. The children spoke pieces for him as he presented them with their gifts. As soon as Santa departed the group began playing pinochle. There were twelve tables. Prizes were won by Virgil Stander, Hugh Stan der. Mrs. Albert Todd and Gene Xolting. Several visitors were also present to enjoy the evening. The delicious lunch of sandwiches, cake, potato chips, pickles and cof fee climaxed the evening, and all departed well pleased with the roomy hall" as a place for a get-together and it is hoped to have many good times there In the future. CHASE AFTER SPEEDSTER A real chase after a speedster was staged through this city Thursday afternoon, the fleeing motorist reach ing speed of ninety miles an hour, with Sheriff Joe Mrasek and Patrol man R. H. Beckman in hot pursuit. The race had started out on high way Xo. 75 south of this city and continued on down Chicago avenue where the car of the highway pa trolman skidded into the curb and was put out of commission. Sheriff Mrasek, fortunately, was In the vi cinity and was able to help out the patrolman who grabbed the sheriff's car and the officers were off in pursuit. The car was stopped finally at the Platte river bridge where traffic held up the motorist until the offi cers arrived and escorted the man on into the city for trial. The man gave the name of Dwight D. Thompson and was from California. The charge was that of reckless driving and speeding, to which he made a plea of guilty, receiving a fine of $20 on the reckless driving and ?25 on the speeding charge. RECEIVE A SURPRISE Early on Christmas morning while Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mullen were peacefully resting at their home, the telephone shrilled out a call that was answered by Mrs. Mullen, ex pecting to hear a greeting from some local friend. The message wa$ how ever, much more pleasant, the son, Emmett, from Galveston, Texas, be ing on the line when the mother an swered, and at once gave the Christ mas message. It was one of the most happy incidents of an enjoyable Christmas day for Mr. and Mrs. Mullen. MONDAY, DECEMBER 30, 19 io. Phone printing orders to No. G. LEWISTON NOTES v Dee Hostettcr, who has been ill the greater part of the fall and win ter, with a throat attack, is some better. He is able to be up and around and seeing after his work. Mrs. John Gearinger, who has been in poor health for some time, is up and around the house and feeling improved. NEW YEAR'S GREETINGS TO EVERYONE FROM The Gang at Carr's Inga, Phyllis, Mary Alice, Ella, Mrs. Rainey, Mrs. Martin, Ivan Simpson, Bernard, and Mr. and Mrs. Pete Carr Carrs Bakery, Delicatessen, Luncheonttee ATTENDS CONVENTION HERE FROM SOUTH BEND From Saturday's Dally William J. O'Brien, of South Bend was a visitor at the court house to day and enjoying a short visit with the many friends. Billy O'Brien is one of the best known residents in this section of the state, serving for many years as head of the state fish eries at Gretna, as well as being an active leader in his section of the county. Judge A. H. Duxbury was at Oma ha Thursday to attend the meeting of the County Judges Association of 'Nebraska, of which heis the presi dent and had the honor to preside over the meetings. Judge Duxbury is one of the vet eran members In time of service in the state and has in recent years been very active in the work of the organization, being honored last year with being named as the president for 1940. The meetings are held at the same time 'as that of the Nebraska Bar association so that the members can participate and enjoy the meeting of the attorneys. HERE ON BUSINESS Prom Friday' Daily Attorney J. C. Bryant, of Ashland, was in the city today to attend a hearing in the matter of the estate of Howard J. Richards, deceased, of Greenwood. t-oocooooooooooecosooooooea The THRILL and SATISFACTION OF A tailored to Order suit is yours for less than an equal quality hand-me-down. Price 22-95 SILK LINED ALL WOOL ANY MODEL WE SCOTT'S Where Quality Counts b PAPERS TO WEST COAST As a Christmas remembrance the Journal is being sent to Mrs. Sterling Baier at Richmond, California, a gift from her sister-in-law, Mrs. Jerry McCord of this city. James Kozak, local boy, now with the U. S. coast guard at Port Town send, Washington, is also one of the new additions to our readers on the Pacific coast. MOTHER AND DAUGHTER ILL Mrs. Ed Thralf and her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Koukal are bedfast at this time, both suffering from the ef fects of flu. They are being cared for at the Edgar Creamer home on West Oak street. Mrs. Thrall has been sick since Monday, and Mrs. Koukal became ill Christmas. Community Building Club ELECTED DEC. 28 1348 Harold Chandler$50 Not Paid 1586 Victor Nord $25 PAID This Week - $50 - $25 BUS : V HAPPY NEVJ YEAR For your fine patronage we are thankful and ask that we may continue to serve you in tho years to come. H. M. Soennichsen's BLACK and WHITE r ! t i ! I i i SUN-RAY GRAHAM CRACKERS, 2-lb. caddy. 17c QUEEN'S CHOICE FLOUR, 48-Ib. bag $1.09 SKURFINE Shurfine Pure Vegetable Coffee fo Shortening AZn Per Ib 3 lbs. for .....fc3v Yellowstone Hominy pSc No. 2Vz Cans 3 for Peanut Butter RARE TREAT $'2Lf 2-lb. Jar Oleomargarine fern 2 lbs. for Red Acorn Sweet Corn No. 2 Cans 3 for Be GOLDEN FIRST PRIZE Syrup 4gc E5 and 10-ib. pan Beans f flc 5-lb. Pall, 29c No. 2'2 Can First Fize Peas No. 2 Cans.. 3 Pancake Flour BIG Kl 4 fig 3-lb. Bag BROKEN MIX STAFF-O'-LIFE BAKE RITE Tomatoes pSc Shortening c No. 2 cans, 3 for... 1-lb. Can only Pure Ivory Soap flaked DVORY Lg- 23c FLAKES Med-9c COMET California TOItiatO CatSUO Sardines tQz 0UR J0Y HOc Large 15-oz. Can. . . 14-oz. Bottles, 2 for.& DELICIOUS APPLES, home grown, bushel. . .$1.25 ORANGES, large Navels, 200 size, doz 35 FLORIDA JUICE ORANGES, per dozen 23 SHURFINE SHURFINE Pancake Beverages 5c Wlnfi? Cn Large Bottles. .3 for MedTumPkg SC Plus Deposit Bars 3 for 25 Medium Bar 60 i m l gm VI a mm 1 Economy Wide Mouth Jars 7Qc Excellent for Canning Meats. Dozen Shoulder Beef Steak TILVtC Corn Fed. Per Ib Choice Pork Chops tlVlQ Cut any thickness. Per Ib : Dressed Chickens - Fresh Oysters WE DELIVER PHONE 23 AND 24 ESIEIsISi SOENNICHSEN'S SOOOGOOOOOCOOOOOOQOOOOOOOtf