Telegraph notices of dinners visitors and trips
Short social notices note Christmas season happenings with dinners visits and trips as reported in the Telegraph.
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1970
Page
12
Short social notices note Christmas season happenings with dinners visits and trips as reported in the Telegraph.
Harlan Shields Bob Schmidt Allen McGee and Gary McGee attended the Colorado Triple A Championship game in Denver Saturday. Shields is a native of the winning team Julesburg which defeated St Joseph of Denver. Mrs Ron Draper Tina and Devin Gurley were Friday overnight and Saturday guests of the Wendell Drapers.
Miss Jennifer Fix became Honored Queen of Bethel 25 International Order of Job's Daughters in a Sunday installation at the Masonic Temple. Barbara Abrams and Suzanne Talich were installed as Senior and Junior Princesses. The ceremony featured numerous officers, guests, and musical selections, with Miss Stephanie Fix and Miss Renee Kaylor among participants.
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Lingwall celebrate 50 years of marriage with an open house at Sidney St. Pauls Lutheran Fellowship Hall on Sunday from 2 to 5 pm. They reside on a farm 15 miles west of Sidney since their Dec 22 wedding half a century ago. Hosts are their children Don Lingwall of Seward and Harold Revell with Evelyn of Kimball, along with spouses. They have nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Mrs. George Owen was named TOPS best loser for the Thanksgiving weekend contest at the Sidney Weight Loser TOPS Club session. Mrs. Harold Kieselhorst led 16 members in the conference room of the Kansas Nebraska Co as prizes were awarded.
Mrs. Harry Stein resumes presidency with Mrs. Hilbert Borcher as vice president and Mrs. Robert Steffens as secretary treasurer at the Bunker Hill Club. Reinstatement occurred at the Christmas dinner hosted by Mrs. Raymond Lessman. Members voted to make Christmas favors for Memorial Hospital and Home.
The Sunday afternoon tea in the First United Methodist Church social hall featured antique decorations and an Old Fashioned Christmas themed program. Early American dresses appeared among both helpers and guests as residents and families enjoyed carolers, scenes, and a junior choir.
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Mrs. Leonard Dickinson joined Francis DeBrunner Unit 286 American Legion Auxiliary which exceeded its quota by three members. The group held a Christmas party at Mrs. Clarence Meyer's home with 28 adults, one child, and guests. District Four president Mrs. Leo Eberhardt will receive four Taratan men's names for hospital visitation in Cheyenne and Hot Springs. The chapter sent $2.50 to Omaha's Children's Home and prepared Christmas cards for eight servicemen. The Girls' State trophy was engraved and displayed at the high school. A candle-light service was led by Mrs. Paul Smith. The Red School House award went to Mrs. Leonard Dickinson. Next meeting is Jan 12 at Mrs. Lewis Dughman's home with "National Security" and Legislation as the program.
Priscilla Rozek and Arthur Ostermeier wed in a double ring ceremony at the First United Methodist Church of Chappell officiated by Rev. Walter Marshall. The couple’s families attended and plans were announced for their home at 2205 Osage. Mrs Ostermeier works as a licensed practical nurse at Miller Memorial Hospital, while her husband is employed by the Union Pacific Railroad.
The 17 Plans Two Parties club will host a Christmas party for Head Start children on Saturday December 19. At a Wednesday meeting in Miss Beth Hiett’s home plans were set for the December 14 party hosted by Miss Cheryl Gordon with 6:30 p.m. caroling. The group discussed and revised its constitution and refreshments were served.
The Dairy Head Improvement Association met at noon Tuesday in the Yendis Cafe with 15 members present. Wayne Larson served as vice president and led the business session. Harvestore presented the program.
Memorial Home lists residents with upcoming December birthdays. Philip Nelson turns 87 on December 9, Mamie Beyer 85 on December 12, Eva Frame 86 on December 29, and Christina Nelson 80 on December 31.
Mrs E W Ammerman and Charles Grigsby were elected Worthy Matron and Patron of Providence Chapter 106 Order of Eastern Star at the Masonic Temple meeting presided by Mrs James Bricker. Other officers include Mr and Mrs Keith Simpson as Association Patron and Matron, Rex Olsen secretary, Robert Horner treasurer, Ben Spady conductress, and Allen McGee associate conductress. Future dates Jan 9 open installation Jan 8 officers practice and Jan 13 next meeting were announced. gatherings listed with social hour and decorations.
Mr and Mrs Jack Rutledge of Clearwater announce the engagement of their daughter Johnnye Rutledge to Stephen L Harlan son of Mr and Mrs Lloyd Harlan of Holdrege The bride to be is a 1969 Clearwater High School graduate and attends Kearney State College and St Francis School of Nursing The groom is a 1966 Sidney High School graduate and a fifth year UNL student in architecture with a June wedding planned
The First Baptist Church aims for an $8 000 goal in the coming year to reduce the building debt. Pastor Rev Gary Robbins announced the target and a speedometer chart by Walt Robbins is shown at the auditorium front.
A crowded preview of local events lists groups meeting weekly from Friday to Thursday across Sidney. Highlights include Duplicate Bridge at Christ Episcopal Parish Hall, Prairie Schooners Christmas Dance, Christmas parties for the Oldtimers clubs, a newlywed open house for Mr and Mrs Timothy Liewer, and a Harmony Nook band performance, with numerous civic, youth, and service club gatherings planned through Dec 17.
The Westminster Hall at Light Memorial Presbyterian Church hosts a Sunday family night supper at 5 30 p m with carol singing led by Rev Darrell Davis. United Presbyterian Women's Association Circles meet on Thursday with Miriam Rachel convening at 9 30 a m and others at 1 30 p m and 8 p m.
United Methodist Youth Fellowship of the First United Methodist Church plans Christmas caroling starting Sunday at 6 30 pm. They will visit shut ins and the Memorial Home with Rev and Mrs Stanley Ganzel. Christmas events include choral worship at two services with junior and senior choirs.
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