Around Town News Notes from Sidney and Nearby
Mrs. C. W. Zike mourns brother Harley C. Hall of Bigelow Calif with funeral today at 1 30 p m Survivors include Mrs Zike and brother Dewey Hall also of Bigelow Other items include birthday dinners visits in Cheyenne Grand Island Hastings and York Cheyenne Wyoming wedding word on Evelyn Ross and Louis Griege Miss Ross and Griege were married in Cheyenne Dec 3 Neil Schardein of Earlham Iowa plans visit with W E Jones in Sidney Denver trips for Barbara Hergenreter and Anna Stibley Tom Haas family vacation to Salem Ore Sidney Police Chief Roy Bauer attended a Nebraska Police Officers association meeting Jim and Paula Ann Bode spent Saturday in Denver Birthday plans for Allen McGee with local friends and family observers in Gurley and Richar ds area
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Zike
Harley C. Hall
Bigelow
Calif
Zike
Dewey Hall
Community Groups Schedule Christmas Activities This Week
A sequence of club meetings and holiday events runs Monday through Saturday. Band Parents Auxiliary and The King's Daughters meet at local venues, Business and Professional Women's Club holds a Christmas party, and BPO Does hosts a party with a $1 gift exchange. Hospital auxiliary plans a tea Tuesday afternoon. Eastern Star and Rebekah meetings are set for midweek with officer elections and social hours. Holy Trinity Lutheran, Sunol Garden Club, and Beta Sigma Phi Sorority schedule Christmas dinners or parties with venues and times listed. Country Club hosts dinner and dance with Rhythmics, and reservations are required.
Santa’s mailbox gift requests from Nebraska children
A collection of Santa letters from Lodgepole and nearby towns dated December 1968. Children ask for bikes, dolls, toy sets, a washing machine, Easy Bake oven, Go Go Cycle, Hoppity Hop Ball, Marvel the Mustang, walkie talkies, a TV, drum, doll house, and various stuffed animals. They promise milk and cookies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa
Cornia
Ray Dean Aguiniga
LPV Pastors Plan Vo Tech Visit and Christmas Program
Lodgepole Valley Ministers Association members will visit Western Nebraska Vocational- Technical School near Sidney on Wednesday. They plan to meet students at 3 30 P M attend chapel, eat in the cafeteria, then participate in a 7 30 P M Christmas program in the chapel with choirs from several churches and led by Kathy Atkinson from Gurley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodgepole Valley Ministers’ Association
Western Nebraska Vocational- Technical School
Sid
Miss Bowman Takes Second in Local Art Contest
Julie Bowman daughter of Mr and Mrs Chuck Bowman won second place in the Scotts Bluff Chamber of Commerce art contest in the third to sixth grade division. Her religious Madonna and Child in felt with a black felt background earned the prize, announced Friday December 6, her 10th birthday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julie Bowman
Chuck Bowman
Scottsbluff Chamber of Commerce
Miss Bowman
LCW Elects 69 Officers at Holy Trinity Lutherans
Lutheran Church Women of Holy Trinity elect new officers for 1969 at a Christmas covered dish dinner in the church fellowship hall. Officers include Alice Rexroth as president Agnes Ladine as vice president and secretary Jack Flohr treasurer Minnie Bumbler Faith and Life chair Max Wilt Outreach and Fellowship chair and Clif Thurston Christian Action chair. Twenty four members attended the dinner and sang carols Rev Harlan Brei gave a lesson titled Lets Review the Facts About Christmas. The congregational covered dish dinner was announced for December 12 at 6 30 p m in the fellowship hall with the next meeting set for January 2 at 1 30 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lutheran Church Women of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Alice Rexroth
Agnes Ladine
Jack Flohr
Russell Pedersen
Minnie Bumbler
Faith and Life
Max Wilt
Harlan Brei
Fellowship Hall
Penn State awards PhD in nuclear engineering to Porter
Dec. 6 in University Park PA Gary D Porter 1156 Pasadena Place received his PhD in nuclear engineering. Three Chadron State College students from Cheyenne County will perform in The Stingiest Man In Town on Dec. 18 and 19 with Carol Culton and Jill Ludeman in key roles and Greg Lafler as Topper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania State University
University Park
Gary D. Porter
Pasadena Place
Chadron State College
Cheyenne County
Charles Dicken
Carol Culton
Sidney
Greg Lafler
Topper
Jill Ludeman
Gurley
Bridal Shower For Miss Robette Bryant
Miss Robette Bryant was honored Sunday evening with a wedding shower hosted by Mrs. John Davis. Eleven guests attended and played games with prizes for the bride to be. Blue and white decorations created a wedding mood, and a large paper mache bride adorned the tea table. Bryant is to wed Ryan Clarkson this Sunday, December 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robette Bryant
John Davis
Miss Bryant
Ryan Clarkson
Lodgepole Valley Saddle Club Christmas Party
More than 100 members enjoyed the annual Christmas party at the clubhouse. A 6:30 p.m. turkey dinner was served by the committee with covered dishes by members. Miss Carolyn Nelson played music on the accordion and gifts were distributed by Santa. Popcorn balls and candy canes went to the children. Arrangements were led by Leroy Childers Joe Ruttner Leonard Rieken and Mousrine Rapp. No meeting in December. next meeting January 29 1969.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodgepole Valley Saddle Club
Carolyn Nelson
Nice
Leroy Childers
Joe Ruttner
Leonord Rieken
Mous Rine Rapp
Newcomers Club Hosts 20 Couples Christmas Party
The Newcomers Club met Saturday at 8 p.m. in Jay cee hall with 20 couples attending the Christmas party. Games and dancing filled the evening with decorations and a Christmas tree. Hostesses included Mrs. John Payne Mrs. Bob Osborn and Mrs. Duane Christensen. Assisting were Mrs. Ken Cook Mrs. Jerry Knaub Mrs. Joel Birner Mrs. John Sie mers Mrs. Jim Roos and Mrs. Don Rosenbaum. A New Year’s Eve observance was planned for Tuesday Dec 31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Payne
Bob Osborn
Duane Christensen
Ken Cook
Jerry Knaub
Joel Birner
John Siemers
Jim Roos
Don Rosenbaum
Welcome Wagon Residence Update in Alliance Family
Mr and Mrs ware justice of Alliance have moved to 2345 King Dale Justice is in communication with the High way Patrol as their children are grown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ware Justice
Alliance
King
Dale Justice
The
Highway Patrol
November rites moved to Formalton
Galen Kriesel, formerly bond underwriter for Trans-America Corp. in Houston, transfers to Los Angeles to program computers. Active in music, he directed a church choir, sang with the Houston Symphony Chorale, and appeared in La Boheme with the Houston Grand Opera. He is a Gurley High School and Midland Lutheran College graduate, living in Los Angeles with his wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galen Kriesel
Trans-America Corp
Houston
Tex
Los Angeles
Calif
Houston Symphony Chorale
Houston Grand Opera
Pucinai
Kriesel
Fred Kriesel
Gurley
Gurley High School
Midland Lutheran College
Fremont
Christmas program charms Light Memorial Church group
The Women’s Association of Light Memorial Church held an 8 p m Christmas program on Thursday Dec 5 in the church fellowship hall featuring songs, verses, stories and tradition. Miss Marie Nichelson and Mrs Robert Holechek presented the card theme while Miss Mabel Nielsen displayed cards on screen. Soloists included Mrs R R Balfour and Young Master Snyder with Mrs J W Johnson at the piano. 1969 officers were installed by Mrs Arnold Westerhoff and Mrs Darrell Davis. new officers include Mrs D L Benisek president Mrs Gordon Fuller vice president Mrs Robert Kruse secretary and Mrs Ernest Seeger treasurer. Refreshments were served by Ruth Circle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women’s Association of the Light Memorial Church
Fellowship
Marie Nichelson
Robert Holechek
Mabel Nielsen
R.R. Balfour
Master Snyder
Arnold Westerhoff
Darrell Davis
R. R. Balfour
J. W. Johnson
D. L. Benisek
Gordon Fuller
Robert Kruse
Ernest Seeger
Ruth Circle
Memorial Hospital Census and Birth Notice
As of December 8 Memorial Hospital reports 43 patients and one baby in the nursery. Newborn Nolan Jay Bright arrived Wednesday December 4 at 1 12 pm weighing nine pounds three ounces to Stanley and Anne Bright of 1715 Sky Road with brothers Calvin and Rodney. Grandparents Marian Bright and John Sharpton and great grandparents Heiney noted. families listed in the public notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memorial Hospital
Sidney
Manuel Sigler
Orval Chaney
Andrew C. Hegarty
Roy Hull
Mack Peetz
Alfred Ross
Dale Hall
Dalton
Brendan Harris
Goldie Wills
Lodgepole
Olive Johnson
Jack Knicely
Phillip Crantz
Elmer Mundy
Marlene Breeding
Stanley Bright and Son
Sherman Keil
Sunol
Fred Kilgore
Potter
Heather Fisher
Kristi Johnson
Ray Wickhorst
Roy Earnhart
Nolan Jay Bright
Stanley Bright
Sky Road
Nolan Jay
Calvin
Rodney
Marian Bright
Bridgeport
John Sharpton
Springfield
Charles Heiney
Summersville
St Pat’s honors three Outstanding Teenagers of America
Three St. Patrick’s High School students Ted Egging Kathy Bennett and Steve Kennedy are named Outstanding Teenagers of America. Their selection by the faculty progresses to state and then national contests with awards funded by the Outstanding Americans Foundation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick’s High School
America
Ted Egging
Kathy Bennett
Steve Kennedy
M. Renee
St. Pat’s
Outstanding Americans Foundation
Nebraska
Doug Blankenship
The
Jaycees
Egging
Prairie Echo
St, Patrick's Academy
Gene Bennett
Robert Kennedy
Local students earn honors and lead roles in activities
A group of students is highlighted for achievements and leadership. A senior, Miss Bennett, is National Honor Society member, Girls State attendee in 1968, cheerleader for 1968-69, Student Council rep in 10th and 11th grades, and co editor of the Prairie Echo. Kennedy and a classmate also hold officer and newspaper roles, with strong involvement in football, plays, and student government. Their parents are Mr and Mrs Ted Egging, Mr and Mrs Gene Bennett, and Mr and Mrs Robert Kennedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Bennett
National Honor Society
Girls State
The
Prairie Echo
Kennedy
Ted Egging
Gene Bennett
Robert Kennedy
Honeycomb Extension Club Meets. Dues Rise Next Month
The Honeycomb Extension Club gathered December 2 at Mrs. George Hart's home with Mrs. Wesley Bills in charge. Dues will increase to 25 cents monthly starting January. Members played Yahtzee, enjoyed lunch by the hostess, and held a cookie exchange. The next meeting is January 6 at Mrs. Doug Harlan's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honeycomb Extension Club
George Hart
Wesley Bills
Hart
Doug Harlan
Epworth Village offering approved by WSCS circle
A $15 Christmas offering was approved for Epworth Village York during the Woman's Society of Christian Service meeting of Lodgepole United Methodist Church. The Thurs day session on Dec 5 had 16 members a guest Henry Hoffman and a kneeling altar to be used at weddings. Circle No 1 and II plans were set for Dec 19 with various hostesses and leaders. Evening Circle met Dec 18 at Clarence Meyer's home. The next regular meeting is Jan 2 with multiple hostesses and leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth
York
Woman’s Society of Christian Service
Lodgepole United Methodist Church
Ker
Henry Hoffman
Hoffman
Circle No
Ernest Borm
Joe Lareau
Harold Hernbloom
Harry Brown
R. N. Huff
Clarence Meyer
LA. Caldwell
Frank Pivonka
Curtis Brown
George Minshall
Otto Melton
Norace Quinn
Robert Huff
Albert Brand
Leonard Bond
Also Mentioned on This Page
Frank Carey
Doug O’bryan
Cheyenne
Carey
Leona Moore
Marion Whitaker
Grand Island
Soldiers and Sailors Home
Condon King
VFW Post
State Hospital
Hastings
Evelyn Ross
Louis D. Griege
Wyo
Neil Schardein
Earlham
Iowa
W. E. Jones
Ed Haupt
Denver
Barbara Hergenreter
Anna Stibley
Hergenreter
Tom Haas
Salem
Ore
Mary Jacobsen
Roy Bauer
Nebraska Police Officers Association
Mrs. Gayland Bode
Paula Ann
Allen McGee
Wendell Draper
Gordon Richards
Rita Golden
Elmer Ladine
Business and Professional Women’s Club
BPO
Providence Chapter 108
Order of Eastern Star
Masonic Temple
Harold Spiker
Ilinois
Sidney Rebekah Kensington
IOOF
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Noble Grand Club
Rebekahs
Yendis
Sunol Garden Club
Bob Lafler
Country Club
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
Kansas-Nebraska Natural Gas
Santas
Santa Claus
Gary
Love
Tommy van Natter
Linden St
Lodgepole, Nebr
Angie
Candy
Candy Quinn
Gale Garner
Tommy Garner
Chuck
Mom
Dad
Bobby Davis
Clifford Grimes
Jerry van Natter
Devin
P.J
Devin and
Erin Danielson
LPV
Bowman
LCW
Dalton and
Louise Wiegand
Roger L. Garretson
Assembly of God
Jerry Wilke
First Baptist Church
Robert Gellen
Kearney
George Tallmage
Lynda Garretson
Therer Nicket
Diane Tallmage
Eodyn Stewart
Dalton High School
Kearney State College
Garretson
Ft. Laramie
Brent Garretson
Geita
Raymond Sheldon
George Ward
Missouri
St. Pat's
Renee Kaylor
Job
Bechtel
Gayle Goodwin
Joyce Foland
Epworth Village
WSCS
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