Avoca News Highlights Local Christmas Week Activities
Community events include visits by Henry Maseman and John Nutzman to Lincoln for pre Christmas shopping. Local families host gatherings on Christmas Day and Sunday. Albert Sill recovers from Omaha hospital operation. Avoca schools finish mid winter vacation with a cantata. Carl Zaiser hospitalized with appendicitis. possible surgery avoided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Nutzman
E. R. Straub
Mesdames Ienry Maseman
John Nutzman
Lincoln
Jesse Voyles
Ora Voyles
Elmer
Fred Meyers
J. M. Kokjer
Hoings
Edward Freeman
Earl Freeman
Albert Sill
Omaha
Dek Cole
Marquardt
Avoca
Conmgresational
Verne Rawali
University of Nebraska
Jean and
Wilma Stitt
Edwin Terrell
Terrell
George A. Stites
Union
Stites
Edward Morley
Nebraska City
Thomas
Alicen
Nadine
Yvenns
Uncle Circle, Jrs
Carl Zaiser
Journal staff shake up as Hazel Baier leaves Platte Journal
Miss Hazel Baier, two years with the Platte Mouth Journal and later with the Avalanche in Tarkio, forms a partnership but is let go. Concurrently, Mi Ynorncy resigns from the staff of the Nebraska City News Press and joins that paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hazel Baier
Plattermouth Journal
Tarkio
Avalanche
Christmas Day Entertainment at Marquardt Home
Mr and Mrs Fred Marquardt entertained many relatives on Christmas day at their home. Guests included Dr and Mrs J W Brender, Mr and Mrs Harry Marquardt and son John, Mrs Bedellau Stander of Louisville, and Mr and Mrs K V White, sister of Mrs Marquardt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Marquardt
J. W. Brender
Harry Marquardt
John
Bedellau Stander
Louisville
Marquardt
K. V. White
Gollner Family News From Grada to Avora
Fred Gollner, a traveling orchestra member, visited Grada last week then went to Avora to see his parents William Gollner and wife. Sister Miss Dorothy traveled from Lincoln to visit the family. Brother Ernest is currently playing in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Gollner
Grada
Avora
William Gollner
Dorothy
Lincoln
Ernest
Tulsa
Oklahoma
Avoca Lights Up With Community Christmas Tree
Citizens of Avoca erected a beautiful Christmas tree at Mazin Street and the lumber yard crossing. Nobasks Power Company promptly supplied electricity and sent C. W. Everett to light the tree, boosting local Christmas spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avoca
Mazin Street
Nobasks Power Company
C. W. Everett
Laughing Around the World With IRVIN S. COBB
An inebriated man crouches by a park pool as Officer McCune confronts him The man mistakes the moon reflected in the water for a sign of suicide asking how he ended up there and sparking a brief humorous exchange in a Martian themed piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCune
Desifer
Luna
DIY Toothbrush Holder And Dentifrice Tips
In a camp setting Jack learns to air and exercise toothbrushes with a simple pine holder built with nails spaced for multiple brushes. The dentist stresses toothbrush hygiene, sunlight, and air, plus a home project to craft holders. A pamphlet outlines choosing toothpaste that cleans teeth and avoiding harsh ingredients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
St Camp
Somme
Br. Young
Beer Industry’s Nationwide Reach Mapped in New Study
An Industrial map drawn from Warren M. Persons study shows raw materials and finished products for beer flow from every State. It notes agricultural States provide crops, minerals fuel and machinery benefit brewing, with multi‑million dollar spend on farm products, barrels, barrels, barrels and trucks across the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Warren M. Persons
Harvard University
Brewers Foundation
Dr. Persons
Brewing and
Michigan
Manley News: Christmas Visits and Local Socials
Manley residents report Christmas gatherings with families in Plattsmouth and Omaha. A visitor from York, trips to Plattsmouth, and a Kansas accident line the week, with several families hosting and touting holiday cheer.
Elmwood Holiday News Gathers Family Visits and News
Elmwood reports Uncle Louis Whey recovering from a stroke while numerous local families share Christmas visits. Highlights include Mrs. Guy Lake in serious condition, and a string of Elmwood residents visiting relatives in Battle Creek Lincoln and Murray for the holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Whey
Stanley Wood
Wood
Battle Creek
Nebraska
Guy Lake
St. Elizabeth Hospital
Lincely
C.L Lone
Murdock
Elmwood Trust
Emil Rosenow
Wuessy
Lincoln
John Bickert
To Spend Winter in West With Mrs Emma Andrus
Mrs Emma Andrus who summered here and TaTl left last week for Los Angeles to make her home for the winter. She seeks the milder climate the section affords.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Emma Andrus
Los Angles
Chilson School Hosts Chiistas Program Under Miss Doroth y Hrister
Children at Chilson School staged a fine Chiistas program directed by Miss Dorothy Hrister. After the program a lunch was served following the distribution of presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chilson School
Dorothy Hriester
Christmas Day entertains Pala tek family guests
Mr and Mrs John A Siander hosted Christmas day dinner at one o clock for the Pala tek family. Attendees included Mr and Mrs John Psalacek of Chi enico John alacek Sr and his daughter Miss Cecelia and Anna and son Frank of Plattismouth and Mr and Mrs Andrew Stander and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mere
John A. Siander
Palatek
John Psalacek
Chienico
John Alacek &R
Cecelia
Anna
Frank
Plattismouth
Andrew Stander
Guest of Honor Honored at Sunday Dinner
Guests gathered for a Sunday dinner honoring Robert O'Brien recently home on a furlough from the U S Navy. Attendees included Robert O'Brien Sr Walter O'Brien and families Hugh O Brien and families Miss Lena Sainder of Manley John Murphy and families of Wabash Harold and Miss Claudia Honor of Omaha and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry O'Brien
Robert O'Brien
U. S
Walter O’brien
Hugh O Brien
Lena Sainder
Manley
John Murphy
Wabash
Harold
Claudia
Omaha
Japan Replies To U S Over Panay Attacks
Washington reports Ambassador Grew in Tokyo sent Jenan's reply on attacks on the Panay and other American vessels. Officials will study copies before any official comment or stance. Secretary Hull said no statement would be issued until tomorrow after an initial reading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Department
Joseph Grew
Tokyo
Jenan
United States
Secrectary
Enlil
Crorey Guests Noted at Tyson Family Event
Crorey were guests with Mr. Mc Crorey described as a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Tyson.
Elmwood Fire Department Elects Officers for New Year
The Elmwood Fire Department held a meeting last Monday with city and Commercial club officials. Officers elected for the coming year include Leonard Kleme as president Kenneth Hest as vice president J Elmer Shreeve as secretary Morris Penterman as treasurer Ted Brinton as chief Ralph Gamble as assistant chief Milo Frisby as foreman of the hook and ladder wagon Cloyd West as assistant foreman and Don Parish as foreman of the truck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cloyd West
Don Parish
Aldrich Family Reunion Brightens Christmas Dinner
Eere for the Holidays marks a family gathering at Christmas as Charles Aldrich visiting his mother Mrs Bess Streeter Aldrich in Los Angeles, followed by Mr and Mrs Milton Beethner of Lincoln and James Aldrich of New York joining the festive meal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Aldrich
Bess Streeter-Aldrich
Los
Milton Beethner
Lincoln
James Aldrich
New York
Christmas at Williams Home
The Williams residence hosted a pleasant Christmas gathering on Christmas Day. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Russell Reeder and their two daughters, Carl Schneider and wife, and Miss Anna Williams who teaches at Brock.
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Williams
Russell Reeder
M Plattsmonath
Carl Schneider
Anna Williams
Brock
Elmwood Christmas Observance Aids Poor and Kids
Elmwood town, Chamber of Commerce and Fire Department hosted a Christmas gathering at the community building last Thursday. A fine program accompanied baskets for the needy and more than 350 sacks of treats for children were distributed, embodying the true spirit of giving despite occasional injustices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmwood
Chamber of Commerce
Fire Department
Christmas Gathering At West Home With West Family
Celebrants include Charlies West and Herman Flaisch mat who joined Mr and Mrs West at their home. Kenneth West Mov West and Kathryn West, lately based in Lincoln, participated in the festive gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlies West
Herman Flaischmat
West
Christmas Day at Cook Home Hosts Large Family Gathering
Mrs. W. A. Cook acted as hostess for a festive Christmas gathering at her home. Guests included her mother Mrs. Catherine Perry and the families of her two sons. Also visiting earlier in the week were Ver net Perry and his wife from the western part of the state.
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A. W. Seiker
Minnie Seiker
Albert
Ed Seiker
Joe Abrahams
Weeping Water
Lincoln Telephone and Telegraph Company
Cass County
Elmwood
J. Elmer Shreeve
L. F. Langhorst
Andrs
Frank Schlichte- Meier
Near
Murray
Ronzhi Schlichtemeier
Dlas
E. M. Mawkins
Christian Church
Fairfield
Nebraska
Hawkins
Roland Thimenan
R. M. Bennis
California
Bill Zoz
St. Elizabeth Hospital
Lincoln
Flora Buell
Lucy Lyle
Air
Elden Stark
Greorge W. Dressing, Jr
Tyson
L. A. Tyson
Marion Mc
Cook
W. A. Cook
Catherine Perry
Vernet Perry
Clement Family Christmas Gathering at Elmwood Home
Mr and Mrs BD L Clement hosted a Christmas day gathering at their Elmwood residence with Bud Clement and wife, Guy Clement and wife and family, Arley Clement, L. Clement and family of Peru, and IL D Clement’s family of Lincoln. The event completed the extended Clement family circle for Christmas.
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L Clement
Elmwood
Bud Clement
Guy Clement
Arley Clement
L. Clement
Peru
IL. D. Clement
Lincoln
Bus Service Continued Question at Lincoln Route Hearing
Missouri Pacific faced a hearing before the State Railway Commission over a proposed discontinuation of bus service between Lincoln and Union. Local protesters included George Blessite B J Clement Edward Earnest and Pred Kuntz. The commission took the matter under advisement and will announce a decision later. railroad officials say the route operates at a loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri Pacific
Linecoln
Union
State Railway Commission
Lincoln
George Blessite
B. J Clement
Edward Earnest
Pred Kuntz
Parriott Family Hosts Christmas Day Guests
Entertained Christmas Day Mr and Mrs Joseph Parriott who live east of town had as guests their daughter Miss Orland who runs a beauty shop at Murdock J M Parriott and family of Auburn and Mr and Mrs BE Hook of Lincoln.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Parriott
Town
Miss Orland
Murdock
J. M. Parriott
Auburn
BE. F. Hook
Lincoln
Cass County Builds Roads With Cash In Hand
The statement notes that Cass County, like the state, has financed roads and improvements with cash as they were completed, without debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass County
State
Christmas Week Social Shuffle and Local Updates
Greenwood Lincoln Dimmit improves noticeably. Residents note recoveries and family visits across town, including Knolle, Newkirk, Mays, and Armstrong households. Several Christmas gatherings are reported, with travel to Denver and San Diego. Local church activities, hospital stays, and a mural electrification project form the surrounding community scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Dimmit
Lee Knolle
L. C
EB. Leeesley
Henry Kirk
O'Rourke
Marjorie Newkirk
Clyde Newkirk
Mises Aurel Cope
Ands
Everett Cope
Cope
Waverly
Martin Shupe
Omaha
Ralph Palmaquist
David City
Fred Palmaquist
John Hartsock
Albion
Trene Kelly
Paul Kelly
Lucille
Garfield Dunning
Denver
Edith Gribbie
George Brindenhall
Beaver Crossing
Jack Gribble
M. EB. Church Guild
Walter Wortzel
Elmer Mathis
Mattie Armstrong
Delta Deck Club Holds Annual Christmas Party
The Delta Deck Club gathered at Mrs. Ray McNurlin's home for its annual Christmas party. Mrs. Travis Calltron won high and Mrs. Everett Reece had the low score. A decorated Christmas tree held gifts opened at the end, and a lovely lunch was enjoyed before planning the next meeting by Mrs. Mae Gribble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delta Deck Club
Ray McNurlin
Travis Call¢ron
Everett Reece
Mae Gribble
Journal Want Ads Offer Inexpensive Sale of Used Goods
Advertisement notes that used cars livestock and household goods can be sold through the Journal Want Ads offering an affordable option for private sellers. The notice emphasizes low rates and broad reach to reach local buyers and sellers.
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