Community Social Week Highlights Hostesses and Gatherings
Mrs HH T Beattie hosted a gala luncheon honoring Mrs W T Tompkins of Philadelphia with Elizabeth and Harriett as guests. High scores in bridge were won by Mrs W D McCausland and the traveling prize by Mrs W W Alstrope. Out of town guest Mrs Ward Slothower of Glenwood attended. A chicken dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Eugene Van Orsdel featured croquet and darts with a group including Mr and Mrs Herman Inman and several neighbors. A Legion Auxiliary meeting is planned Friday at 2 30 in the Legion room. Gordon Jones hosted a family reunion with relatives from Omaha and Blue Island, marking seven years since the last gathering. The event included a picnic at Mrs Lester Thomas’s home in Strahan and portraits at the Jones residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HH. T. Beattie
Elizabeth
Harriett
W. T. Tompkins
Philadelphia
Bridge
W. D. McCausland
W. W. Alstrope
Ward Slothower
Glenwood
Eugene van Orsdel
Hosta
Herman Inman
Grenwond
L. BE. Chrissinger
Lloyd Short
Ralph Bower
Bert Wheeler
Harry Nelson
Auiliary
Priday Legion Auxiliary
Legion Rootma
Gordon Jones
Lester Thomas
Strahan
Jones
R. W. Salyers
Frank Summers
Gordon Anderson
Red Oak
Clifford Alatrope
Guy Young
Bedford
W. A. Helfenstein
Wm. Layland
Council Bluffy
I. JL. Donner
Carl Stogdill
Peta Stogdill
Baldozier
Bly Perkins
Ralph Hedlund
Elmer Brammer
Roy Lane
C. C. Clipson
Harold Shelton
Bride to Be Feted With Showers and Luncheons
Bridal events honor Miss Mary Gann with dessert luncheon and a shower at the Hyde home, with out of town guests from Adel and Omaha. The following day a luncheon featured a bride centerpiece and candy boutonnieres, with further gifts and games. Nearby birthdays invite a surprise party for Mrs. Hale and Dr. Laird, including a gift-collecting gift moment, a picnic supper, and a Stogdill family reunion at the Bluffs home with extended relatives and pot luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Wearth
J. Anderson
L A. Talbott
J. N. Summers
T. W. Gidley
Mary Gann
O. R. Hyde
Miss Gann
Alton Swain
Omaha
Stella Grosse
Adel
Mary Elizabeth Summers
Marian Kenton
Bridge
Harriett Marshall
Gerry Genung
Barbara Workman
Helen Standiford
Glenwood
J. W. Baer
C. H. Summers
R. L. Hale
J. 0. Laird
Dr. Laird
Mra. Hale
J. O. Laird
R. Hyde
H. T. Beattie
H. F. Clark
Annual Henderson Family Reunion Attends 57 Members
The Henderson relatives held their annual reunion at the R. K. Henderson home on Sunday with 57 attendees. A picnic dinner on the lawn featured abundant watermelon provided by Harry Adams of Vinton. Adults talked and children enjoyed horseback riding as the main activity. Notables present included numerous Adams and Henderson family members from Red Oak Omaha Council Bluffs near Henderson and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson
R. K. Henderson
Harry Adams
Vinton
Jim Adams
Ray Adams
Mra
Glen Adams
Dean Adane
Red Oak
Hettie Henderson
Oleon
Omaha
Evelyn Latchaw
Council Bluffs
M. H. Latchaw
Rose Adama
Near Henderson
Elveret Henderson
Louie Leu
Familly
Kenneth Henderson
Roy Henderson
Leuter Henderson
Hotty
Bobby
Fred Alezander
Holth
Dale
Air
Leonard Miller
Mire
K. Henderson
James
Gea Animas Toe Sea Anemone Discovery Report
A fragmentary note describes Gea Animas and a sea anemone discovery. The sparse text mentions a toed sea creature and reference to a hazardous or unusual observation. Authorities or researchers appear to be involved in documenting the finding.
Memories of Days Gone By in Malvern Pioneers
A clipping recalls the 20 year old arrival of J. D. Paddock and wife to Malvern in a wagon, marking the founding of the town’s first buildings, the public square later becoming the city park, and early business growth led by J. T. Maddock & Co. The narrative celebrates pioneer hospitality, local enterprises, and wishes the couple lasting prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern
Chicago
J. D. Paddock
First Avenue
Northwestern
Council Bluffs
Pacific City
Mills County
Union County
Paddock
Captain Cullers
Texas
Mr. Paddock
B. Ringland
J. H. Adams
H. E. and
J. J. Paddock
Legion and Auxiliary Convention in Chicago
Preparations for the American Legion Auxiliary 19th national convention in Chicago run strong as 1500 delegates and up to 60,000 members gather at Stevens Hotel from September 25 to 29. Chicago hosts both Legion and Auxiliary events, with extensive plans led by Mrs. Melville Mucklesstone and committee members for entertainment and sightseeing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion Auxiliary
Chicago
Karl Hertz
Harry Mammons
the American Legion
Stevens Hotel
Melville Mucklestone
The
Legion and Auxiliary
Marriage Licenses Continued With Several Omaha Couples
A list of marriages includes Madden 22 of Lincoln and Aileen Leake 21 of Lineal wed on Aug 15. Francis Lombardo 31 of Omaha and Rose Hanna 26 of Omaha wed Aug 16. Joseph Blaze 23 of Fort Crook and Lois Smith 20 of Bellevue wed Aug 17. Clifford Kirkpatrick 24 of Weeping Water and Ella Rhoden 19 of Plattsmouth wed on Aug 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madden
Lincoln
Aileen Leake
Lineal
Francis Lombardo
Omaha
Rose Hanna
Joseph Blaze
Fort Crook
Lois Smith
Bellevue
Clifford Kirkpatrick
Weeping Water
Neb
Ella Rhoden
Plattsmouth
Hastings District Seeks Coal Bids for Hastings Iowa Schools
Notice calls for bids to the Hastings Independent School District for approximately 70 tons of coal, delivery to Hastings school buildings. bids due by Sept 1, in Hastings, Iowa. Specifications governed by Iowa Code provisions and state preference for in-state products. Board reserves right to reject all bids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
Hastings Independent School District
Hastings
Iowa
Centerville
Iowa Furnace
Nida
Senate
General Ae
Bembis
General Assembly
Fern Wallahan
Lecy
Towa
Ackley man dies in binder accident
Frank Finger, 75, of Ackley was killed last week in a binder mishap while untangling morning pollers from a field machine. His right leg was severed, left leg broken, and knee damaged as his team started the binder. Injuries and shock led to death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Finger
Ackley
Binder
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Bennis Jones
Tommy
Lawrence Jones
Maude Biggeret
Harold Jones
Blue Island
Franklin Fisher
Pacific Judelson
Earle Jones
Charles Wheeler
Billy
Empress Theater
Tarzan
Johnny Weissmuller
Maureen O'Sullivan
Shirley Temple
Little
Princess
Hugh Herbert
Shasta
Leap Note
Scheel Clothing
Drasser
Geheo
Bsc
Deaner Scholar's Companion
Canter
Seto
Mrs. Paddock
Legion and Auxiliary Convention
Boyer's Grocery
Washington
Algona
Rome
Suyter
National Safely Coyne
Rit ‘School
Ollege
Remington Premier Teatt
Rivea
Deanna Durbin
Coats
Sycamore
Betty Rose
Nelly Don
Georgiana
Tennant Shop
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