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XII 1530 R ST. v i . .1 qlJdBOJ CASS COUNTY'S GREATEST NEWSPAPER PUBLISHED SEMI - WEEKLY Monday - Thursday Consolidated With the Nehawka Enterprise and Elmwood Leader-EchoRead Twice Weekly by More Than 3500 Cass County Families VOLUME 75 FOURTEEN PACES PLATTSMOUTH, CASS COUNTY, NEBRASKA, THURSDAY, AUGUST 23. 1956 TEN CENTS PER COPY NUMBER 79 p LAlTirSlMKIDEJ UM The Eyes Of Texas St or j 4 V: lr - Kiglit to left, INIiss Star Texan Mrs. J. L- Glenn. Cass County Fair has been in full swing this week, opening Wednesday at 8 a. m. with a great display of 4-H Club talent and exhibits that took up a greater part of the day in get tins livestock and homemaking displays in order and judged. A good showing of 4-H 'pro jects is "entered for prize money at the fair this year, including beef and dairy cattle, a swine Kansas Youths Caught After Station Theft Two Kansas youths found out the hard way Tuesday that it doesn't pay to steal in Platts mouth. The youths, Vernon L Bieker, age 18, and Victor A. Miller, age 19, both of Colby Kansas, stopped in at a local Service Station in Plattsmouth on their way south. At the service sta tion, the youths made off with a license plate bracket valued at $2.75 without paying for it. A passerby observed the -youths stealing the bracket plus sev eral open cans of beer in their ear. The passerby alerted the station attendant and the at tendant notified the sheriff's of fice. A radio alert was sent out for the pair and they were arrest ed minutes later at Nebraska City. The youths were returned to Plattsmouth by Sheriff Solomon bonds each for petit larceny and possession of beer by. a minor charges. The youths forfeited their bonds in County Court Wednes day. Mayor Bruce Gold made a direct appeal to Rotarians here Tuesday noon to get behind Pub lic Law No. 566, which is Platts mouth's Flood Control program. Mayor Gold pointed out the secessity of getting this program underway at the earliest possible date. "Never before, and per haps, never again, will Platts mouth have an opportunity to secure as much protection from flood damage for so little cash outlay." He outlined to Rotarians the major issue of the program is the necessity of raising a major portion of the cost at the out set of the five year plan. The greater part of the money is needed now in order to secure and buy easments and acquire sites for the five major retard ing structures that must be built first. These structures, planned by U. S. soil conser vationists and engineers, and approved by the Federal govern ment in Washington, are planned to take care of run-off-water V . tjh-cA--s- . .tM.. ....-..- niun-gg iiinnimii tuft iiaiail " . ")(': r- J- r i U AX t Mopr App Are Upon Us: State A J of Dallas, Mrs. Lee Glenn and (Journal Photo). show, sheep show, poultry, pets, and other animals. Homemak ing exhibits and displays are exceptional. During the afternoon Wednes day a new 4-H Club show ring building was dedicated by heads of the fair assisted by members of Ak-Sar-Ben and other digni taries. This was followed by a parade that included candidates for the "Miss Cass County" con test. Evening events included a band concert crowning of the "Queen", with the balance of the program devoted to 4-H tal ent. It was followed by a dance at the auditorium. Today is also taken up with 4-H activities, with a parade scheduled for 7 p. m. tonight Nebraska Pioneer farm awards will be presented at 8 p. m., followed by special awards to long-time county fair officials There will also be other grand stand entertainment. Friday is devoted to judging and showmanship, with another parade scheduled for 7 p. m., followed by presentation of a wards, a special musical show by Plattsmouth VFW and a special dance featuring dancers from a dance studio. A big dance is being held each night at the auditorium. Several To Attend Rotary In Lincoln Officers, including Pres. Clem Woster, and a number of mem bers of Plattsmouth Rotary Club will drive to Lincoln on Thurs day of next week where they will attned an all-day "work shop" that wTill attract a large number of Rotarians from this district. eois T from up to six-inch rains over the entire Plattsm6uth water shed. ( Cost to most individual prop erty owners is small. A min imum of $20 for the five years, or $4 per year, is asked from residential property owners in the flood control districts. A $40 minimum has been placed on business property, with the scale graduated to higher brackets based upon vulnerability to flood damage. Half of this amount is asked the first year. When committees were appoin ted by the City Council nearly nine years ago to work out and recommend a flood control pro gram in co-operation with the Soil Conservation Service, all work by these individuals has been on a voluntary basis. It was recommended to the Coun cil 'that the five year flood con trol plan be also constructed on a voluntary basis. Mayor Gold explained to Ro tarians that, while committees appointed by previous City Coun- " . $ ft Mite Dim "Miss Star Texan of Dallas," a beautiful and charming young lady who behooves all legends about female school teachers is presently spreading favorable pu'.acity for her native state while visiting in this city. . The 23-year-old visitor is Miss Mari Anne Glenn, sister of Lee Glenn of South Eleventh Street. She has come to visit her broth er, his wife and their new baby. Like "Miss Universe Miss Star Texan of Dallas" is the daughter of a minister. Two months ago Miss Glenn toured the four largest cities in Texas with Movie Star Joel McRea and three other Texas beauties as part of a promotion campaign " for the Western Movie thriller, "The First Tex an." She was chosen for the role after, winning an audition con test on the Jerry Johnson tele vision show. Her talent is sing ing. A teacher of singing in her native state, Miss Glenn has her eye to the future. She's studying voice and dramaand readily admits n a Dig cnance comes she "might just take it." However, she said she's happy being "just a school teacher." A brief visit with her would make it difficult for any red blooded American man to under stand why she's still single. But she is and she says there s no plans of marrying. "I just haven't found him yet," she confides, when asked about any marital plans. Miss Glenn sings semi-clas sical numbers from pops on up. We slipped in one question on Elvis Presley. f "What do you think of him?', we querried. "I don't," was all she would comment. Miss Glenn is quite impressed with Plattsmouth especially the weather. It's quite an enjoyable change after the heat and drought in Texas, she said. We hope the Texas Chamber of Commerce didn't overhear her. Her mother, Mrs. J. L. Glenn, is also visiting here and shares her views on Eastern Nebraska. But, Plattsmouth won't be able to hold them long. Next week it's off to Texas and getting ready for school. They'll have to greet those youngsters on opening day. Avoca Schools To Open September 3rd The Avoca public schools will open Monday, September 3rd, for the 1956-57 school year. Pupils will register at 9 a.m Following registration text books will be issued and assign ments made. Students are urg ed to register on tne opening day. Tuition students should bring their high school admis sion certificates. The Avoca hot lunch pro gram will continue to operate under the sponsorship of the Avoca board of education. There will be two buses on the routes as before. The grade school facultv has been expanded by the addition of another teacher. Hotefliry cils, had prepared the program, supervision of its activation in Plattsmouth is entirely in the hands of city officials. All mon ies collected, all contracts o be let, and all other arrangements m connection witn tiood pro tection program will be hand led by the city council and treas urer. No person or nersons, wil act in any capacity other than those directly responsible to Plattsmouth governing officials Mayor Gold revealed that so licitaion of funds was underway at the present time. Teams o: workers have been appointed and are now making contacts with those in the watershed has in. These teams include the following public spirited men who are giving their time to raise necessary funds because they believe the future of this city depends upon the immediate construction of Plattsmouth' flood program. Rotarians pledged their sup port and many volunteered to actively support the fund drive campaign. Split In Mail Route Fund Net Hot Arauments Arguments got a little heated at a meeting of County Com missioners Tuesday . morning over splitting of Schroeder Mail Route Funds. County Attorney James Begley attempted to work out a compromise, but gave up before any mutual agreements were reached. Since passage of the bill by Nebraska State Legislature, mon ey raised for mail route improve ment has been split among the three Cass County districts on the same basis as county road 4 funds First District, 27 per cent; Second District, 33 per cent, and Third District, 40 per cent all based on miles of roads in each district. Commissioner Nolte of Dis trict One has contended that this was not a fair distribution, that in his district road con struction was much more costly than the other two and the money should be divided on a' different basis. Commissioners Norris and Bornemeier. stand pat on the present division of funds. How ever, the latter, it is reported, has offered to move in some of his equipment from . District Three to assist Nolte in gaining headway on mail route roads in the First District. Later this offer was withdrawn is the heat of argument. The law provides that once mail route roads are completed in any district all the funds, less 20 -per cent for maintenance, must be given to the other dis tricts until the improvements are completed there. Commis sioner Bornemeier has stated that his improvements will be made in 1957. Commissioner Norris has his eye on early 1958. It is expected when the goals are reached, the First District improvement job can be com pleted in a hurry? -" Money Coming In To Assure Korn Karnival Report of finance committee men for the Kass Kounty King Korn Karnival held Tuesday morning brought out that near- y 75 per cent of money needed to stage the show this year was either collected or pledged. Teams are out this week clean ing up all contacts and expect to have the coffers filled with enough money to stage this area's greatest show on Septem ber 21-23. Contact men reported that a good percentage of business places have increased their pledge for 1956 over last year by five to 50 per cent. The ad ditional money is needed to re place funds used for building purposes that this year will start paying on m savings on tent rentals and wiring expense. Business places are urged to extend these men every courte sy possible when they make their calls for your contribu tion. Wm. Wetenkamp, Karni val chairman, points out that solicitors are taking time from their businesses and donating their effort in trying to make the 1956 Korn Karnival one of the best ever. With the elimination of raffles, bingo and " numerous other money raising events of the past due to Nebraska State laws, financial problems in con nection with the Karnival be come more acute each year. Only through the generosity of Plattsmouth business people is it possible to stage this annual show for residents of this area in appreciation of their loyalty and patronage during past years. Eldon Kammer Hurt In Farm Accident Tuesday morning, Eldon Kam mer, 20, employed at the Clark Wiles farm southwest of this city, suffered injury while at his work. He was operating a hay chopper when a lever broke with the result that he suffered a gash on his head. It was thought at first that he might have an Injured back, but med ical examination failed to dis close any dangerous injury. He is now back at work as usual. Mr. and Mrs Bob Humiston were recent supper guests of Mr. and Mrs Lloyd Lane and family at Louisville. "Mass Weeping Weter" lfi)S Monday Bryan Story Brings Memories To Many Readers Former Editor Frank Smith's remembrances of the William Jennings Bryan campaign started a lot of local minds turning back the pages of history. Since appearing in Mon . day's Journal, dozens of old timers have called this office to report being present when the "Golden Voiced Cru sader" made political rounds in Cass County. One of the best was re ported to us by Dr. P. T. Ileineman, local dentist, who said he could remember a jingle sung back in his school days when Dryan was at his peak of populatity. It went something like this: Bryan, Bryan, Sitting on a High Board Fence, Trying to make a dollar Out of fifteen cents! Airman Given To Officers On Exposure Case A 38-year-old Airman from Of futt Field, who was being held in county jail on open charges, was turned over to his Com manding Officer yesterday. In releasing the man to mili tary control, Sheriff Solomon re ceived assurances from' the sol diers commanding officer that proper disciplinary action would be taken. Solomon stated that the man was picked up in Plattsmouth Tuesday night after four wom en reported to a police radio dispatcher that the man was ex posing himself and committing indecent acts on the street. Solomon stated his office will keep tab on the case and is sufficient action is not taken by military authorities he plans to take action in our local courts. Police To Stop Minors Entering Local Taverns Police this week made the rounds of bars and taverns in Plattsmouth instructing operat ors to discontinue the practice of allowing minors to enter and remain inside their premises. At the instruction of Mayor Bruce Gold, it was pointed out that this practice was in direct violation of Ordinance No. 885 regulating the licensing of tav erns within the city. This or dinance provides that "it shall be unlawful for any minor to enter and remain in, or on, any premise that dispenses beer or liquors." The Mayor stated that this action to enforce the ordinance was taken following a number of complaints received by him, that children were accompany ing parents and others into tav erns and remaining on numer our occasions until late hours. "It is not my intention to harass operators of bars and taverns within Plattsmouth," Mayor Gold said, "but the prac tice, no matter how limited, is not of the best interests of our children and should be curtailed. It was explained that minors were not forbidden to enter one of these places on business, or to contact relatives, but they must not remain. A Classified Ad in The Journa costs as little as 35 cents THE WEATIIER Compiled for the Plattsmouth fournal at the Masonic Home Weather Station, Plattsmouth Nebraska. August 20', 21, 22, 1956 High Low Prec. Monday 72 40 .00 Tuesday 78 50 .00 Wednesday 93 61 .00 Forecast: Mostly sunny and warm today. Highs in 90's. Lows in 60's. Continued clear through Friday, with expected high in 90's. Sun sets tonisht at 7:12 Sun rises tomorrow at 5:42 a.m Identify Forged Check Passer Pickup Issued The identity of the man who passed a $100 cashier's check which turned out to be a for ged instrument in Plattsmouth a few weeks ago, is known ac cording to Sheriff Solomon. Sol omon stated that the man cash ed the check at a local business place and used a Texas driver's license and a passport bear ing his picture on it for iden tification in passing the check. The man . was . wearing an eye patch over one eye at the time he passed he check. The man used the name of Edward L. Adams but the real name ac cording to the sheriff's office is James D. Smith, an ex-con-vict from the Oregon State Pen. A pickup order has been is sued for the subject's arres by the Sheriff's office. New Pastor Of Baptist Church Located Here Newcomers to Plattsmouth are Reverend and Mrs. Sheral Greg ory and three children. Reverend Gregory has been assigned to The First Baptist church pulpit at North Ninth and Avenue E. He delivered his first sermon here Sunday. The Gregory family come to this community from St. Louis, Mo., and are residing at 1010 Third Avenue, moving there Wednesday. Say, "I Read it in The Journal" Sharon Harbaugh Gets 'Miss Plnttsmouth' Title Hiss Sharon Harbaugh, spon sored by the Plattsmouth Cham s Miss Sharon Harbaugh 7-' 1, - A.-:-4'' - ' "i ; , mmm, t J "Jj !J,' VX .' ' - - t 1 . ' . - A sr . S o f s- 4 :'-'-V: Miss Yvonne Domingo "Miss Cass County" Horse Show To Be Top Event Korn Carnival Members of the Cass County Horse Show Association met Tuesday evening when definite plans were outlined to partici pate in Kass Kounty King Korn Karnival festivities in Septem ber. The Horse Show Association announced plans to hold their show on Sunday, September 23, at their grounds south of Platts mouth. ' This year's show will be feat ured on a team basis rather than the custom of past years. This, the committee believes, wrill give greater entertainment value'that should give spectators a real thrill. It will afford a fine showing of horses and riders participating. Two performance will be given during the day, both different shows. First show will be held at 1:30, the second at S p. m. Chairman Tom Grosshans states that a great many special attractions are being lined up to be a part of this annual out standing event. Already, inquir ies received point to a big line up of classes. Other features of the show will be announced in the coming weeks. Ricky Mayabb of Kansas City has been visiting his grandpar ents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Walling and Mr. and Mrs. Claude May abb, the past two, weeks. ber of Commerce, represented the city in seeking the "Miss 1 1 c , J 7 . '"Ilk t 'Miss Plattsmouth" Journal Photo , " -i f V.i Miss Yvonne Domingo, select ed recently as "Miss Weeping Water," was named "Miss Cass County" and Queen of the Cass County Fair during elaborate ceremonies at the Quarrie City Wednesday. Miss Domingo, 1G year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Domingo, followed in the steps of her elder sister who last year also received high honors that have brought credit to her fam ily and home town. One of seven girls competing for the title of "Miss Cass Coun ty," Miss Domingo was selected ' by ballot recently to represent her community at the fair. She attends Weeping Water High School and has been most active in school . circles. She is a member of the Pep Club, Dramatic Club, and was attendant to' the Football Queen at Weeping Water last year. She is also a cheerleader and par ticipates in music where she is a member of the Glee Club and of a triple trio. Miss Domingo is affiliated with - the Coongregational Church Of Weeping Water. The new Queen will reign ever the balance of the Cass County Fair ending Friday and will participate in other county events during the year. Seven girls representing as many communities in the coun ty appeared in a parade during the afternoon, Wednesday, then competed Wednesday evening for the "Miss Cass County" title. They were Misses Mary Ann Gakemeier, "Miss Murdock"; Nola Keene, "Miss, Union"; Kay Ward, "Miss Nehawka." Kath ryn Nesser, "Miss Louisville"; Sharon Abrams, "Miss Elm wood,", and Sharon Harbaugh as "Miss Plattsmouth." Lester Dill Buys 30-Acre Home Place At Estate Sale Lester Dill, an heir, purchas ed the 80-acre home place lo cated two miles west and a mile south of Murray at auction Tuesday afternoon for $13,000.00 A 15-acre tract, heavily tim bered, located one-half mile west and onex and one-fourth miles south of the above farm went to Harry Knabe for $1,100.00 following some spirited bidding. Both sales are subject to con firmation of the court in set tling the Dill estates. Atty. Francis M. Casey, is referee. Attys. Smith and Leb ens represent the estate. Christie Hickey has returned from Lincoln, Hastings and Sur prise. Mrs. E. R. Butler from Lincoln returned with Mrs. Hick ey to spend a few days. Cass County" title at the Cass County Fair Wednesday. Miss Harbaugh was selected by a committee of Chamber mem bers. Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tine Harbaugh, Sharon, 17, will be a senior in the Plattsmouth High School. She is drum majorette of the high school band, a po sition she has held for two years. This summer she has also been teaching a class of 65 girls in baton twirling. During the school year, "Miss Plattsmouth" participates in chorus, girls quartette, drama tics, has been a member of the student council for four years, and was chosen for All-State for 1955-56. During last school year she was page editor of the "Plat ter", .school newspaper, and is editor of the year book for 1957. This summer she has acted as counselor at a VFW Youth Camp and is also a swimming instruct or. Miss Harbaugh was Yuletide Princess for two years and was Prom Queen attendant, and this year has been selected as cheer leader with the Pep Club. She was vice president of the Sopho more class and president of her Spanish class. She is also active in church, Youth Fellowship and is a choir member. The Harbaughs have been resi dents of Plattsmouth for nearly four years, coming here from Golden Colo., in 1953. Mr. Har baugh is operator of Tine's Stan dard Station on Chicago Avenue.