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Newspaper

Sidney Telegraph

Location

Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1959

Page

7

Hastings College Dean's List members named

Janet Hartmann and Gerald Wolf, Hastings College students, made the Dean's List for the first semester with a 2.4 grade average. Parents named. Hartmann daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer J. Hartmann. Wolf son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Wolf.

Janet Hartmann Gerald Wolf Hastings College Miss Hartmann Elmer J. Hartmann Mr. Wolf Clifford Wolf Paul L Martin Chicago American Bar Association Ross Barker San Antonio Lowell Davis Brian Miracle Laramie Robert Clark Caribbean Paul Stacy Aztec W.W. Schulz Lincoln Mable Jorgensen E. M. Gates University of Nebraska Geneva Henry Foster Art McMillen Chadron June Brenda Wickstrom Gerald Schulz Potter Carl Ziegler Denver J C. Penney Co J. B. Ruttner Alliance Ruttner Western Nebraska Assessors Louis Johnson Esther Swanson Hastings American Legion Auxiliaries Jerry Sherrill Larson Judy Jones Chappell Nebraska Wesleyan University Ideal Plainsman George Fleming Fleming Howard Fleming Salem Ore Glenn Fleming Lorenzo Nebraska Community Education Project Mullen Mel Everingham John Jensen Arven Reynolds Darrell Hunt W. T Miller Ray Swift Wesley Dixon Beth Deibler Shirley Winnie Agnes Ladine Nancy Bott Mary Ellen Laubner York Syracuse Orval Schmidt Rex Elder Holyoke Colo Schmidt Sondra Tillotson T. R. Tillotson Wickstrom - Schulz William Triplett Memorial Hospital

Seventeen Club Reveals Heart Sisters At Meeting

Patty Thompson hosted the Feb 11 Seventeen Club gathering with 16 members present. Joanne Baker led a short business session before the heart sisters were revealed and a gift exchange held. Diane Puffer will host the Feb 25 meeting.

Patty Thompson Seventeen Club Joanne Baker Heart Sisters Diane Puffer

Victory Homemakers Sweetheart Party At Ft Sidney Hotel

The Victory Homemakers Extension Club held a Sweetheart party Saturday night in the Ft. Sidney Hotel banquet room with 23 attendees including members husbands and two guests Miss Karen Reisner and Frank Dolezal of Omaha. Valentine decorations and favors highlighted the dinner followed by games.

Victory Homemakers Extension Club Ft. Sidney Karen Reisner Frank Dolezal Omaha Valentine

Blue and Gold Banquet Honors Dalton Scouts and Brownies

Dalton Legion Hall hosted the annual Blue and Gold banquet for Boy Scouts Cubs Girl Scouts and Brownies. Lawrence Marrin led ceremonies as awards covered Life Scout candidates First and Second Class ranks and numerous merit badges for Gary White Monty Mayer John Marrin and others while Brownie wings and troop pins were awarded to Sheryl Brestel Marie Hutzenbiler Marsha Heizer Annabelle Reimers and more. Franklin Gillespie was named Cub Master and new charter holders Gillespie and Kenny Andersen received charters for Scouts and Cubs.

Girl Scouts Brownies Dalton Dalton Legion Hall Lawrence Marrin Gary White Monty Mayer Jerry Yount Gary Larson Mike Miller John Marrin B. Riemers Sheryl Brestel Marie Hutzenbiler Marsha Heizer Annabelle Reimers Kathaleén Riemers Joan Lessman Kathy Thompson Kathaleen Reimers Judy Lessman Lenora Pelster Jan Pelstér Marlene Sheets Adelia Reimerss Donna Allen Adalia Reimers Jan Pelster B. Michal Sandra Michal Jody Tyler Susan Eddy Monard ‘Sheets Don Mathers Louis Buck Maynard ‘Mayer Kenny Andersen Bill Garrison Bud Hathaway Gillespie Andersen

Job's Daughters Plan Parent Night at March Meeting

Plans for the Parent's Night ceremony and observance at the March 4 Job's Daughters meeting were made in the Masonic Temple. Gale Gish, honored queen, presided as 45 persons including members and sponsors attended.

Job Masonic Temple Gale Gish

Legion And Auxiliary Meet Tuesday Night

American Legion Post 17 and Auxiliary convene Tuesday February 24 at 6 30 p m in city auditorium basement for a covered dish supper Members to bring covered dishes and table service Business sessions start at 8 p m with initiation of new members led by past presidents Program then focuses on Americanism

American Legion Post 17 City Auditorium

Wesleyan Methodist Women’s Missionary Society Meeting

The Wesleyan Methodist Women’s Missionary Society met Wednesday afternoon at Mrs. John S. Neal’s home. Five members attended to work on a quilt destined for the North Platte church district, damaged by a fire last week. Neal led the devotional period.

Wesleyan Methodist Women’s Missionary ‘Society John S. Neal Platte Suatch Neal

Rebekah Lodge Plans Annual Birthday Party

Rebekah Lodge set its annual birthday party for Tuesday February 24 at 7 30 p m in Odd Fellows Hall basement. Mrs O L Maddox noble grand presided over the Wednesday meeting with 23 members present. Hostesses named include Mrs Lawrence Osborn and Mrs Carl Hutchison and others assisted by Mrs Roy Henderson Mrs Gene Morris Mrs Joseph Higgins and Mrs Leslie Sabin

Rebekah Lodge Odd Fellows Hall O. L. Maddox Noble Grand Lawrence Osborn Carl Hutchison Roy Henderson Gene Morris Joseph Higgins Leslie Sabin

Patsy Davis Wins St Pat's Speech Contest

Patsy Davis a junior at St Patrick's Academy won first place in the American Legion oratorical contest at the Youth Center. Her speech The Constitution of the United States, Our Way of Life earned a $25 bond and a district bid in Gurley on Feb 24. Beverly Dorwart took second with a pen. other contestants were Jeanette Albro Joy Farnsworth and Mary Ann Mohart.

Patsy Davis St. Patrick’s Academy American Legion United States Academy Gurley Jeanette Albro Joy Farnsworth Mary Ann Mohart M. Hildegard P. J. Heaton Lowry Lindell Louis Johnson Warren Ellison James Rasmussen Legion Post 17 Carl] Crouse

St Anne's Circle Plans Dinner for Midland College Choir

The Dorcas Society of Holy Trinity Lutheran met at the Brauer home with 12 members and two guests present. Mrs. Monnich spoke on World Lutheran Action and Mrs. Jensen led a devotional. Midland College choir appears in Sidney March 14, with a church dinner planned beforehand.

St. Anne's Circle of Holy Trinity Lutheran Dorcas Society Ed Brauer Anna Rexroth Emma Nelson Alice Rexroth Henry Monnich World Lutheran Action Clifford Jensen Midland College Choir Sidney Esther Swanson

Sorority Beach Party Defies Cold At Home Event

Beta Alpha chapter of Beta Sigma Phi held an indoor beach party Wednesday night at Mrs. Mel McCoy’s home. Nine members and nine guests wore casual attire and played beach games in a recreation room transformed into two beaches with sand, grass, chairs, and umbrellas. Hostesses were Mrs. Gehrig Jr, Mrs. Reynolds, and Mrs. Jimerson. The next meeting is March 4 at Mrs. Rex Wolvin’s home.

Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Mel McCoy McCoy W. E. Geh-rig, Jr Arven Reynolds E. R

WSCS Circle Five Meets for Thursday Session

Mrs Glenn Patrick hosted 13 members of WSCS Circle Five at her home with Mrs John Elwell and Mrs Paul Lybarger assisting. Plans were set for a tea at the March 5 general meeting led by Mrs Elwell. A rummage sale by Circles 1 and 6 was announced for Feb 27 and 28.

Glenn Patrick Circle 5 Methodist Woman’s Society of Christian Service John Elwell Sr Paul Lybarger General Wscs Norman Vincent Peale Elwell Mable Jorgensen Esther Circle Edna Dedrick Harold Keith Marie Nicholson W. R. Mayer

Boy Scout Awards Set For Sunday

The Wyo Braska Area Council hosts the Annual Recognition dinner Sunday February 22 at 5 30 P M in Beecher Hall Mitchell Nebraska. Eagle and Silver awardees receive neckerchiefs. 15 Eagles and 12 Explorers honored. Presenters include Doyle Foland Sidney and William J Ptacek.

Wyo Braska Boy Scouts of America Beecher Hall Mitchell Nebraska Doyle Foland Sidney Council William J. Ptacek J. M. Buglewicz Edward J. Jul

Women Circles In Study Sessions at Light Memorial Church

Circles of Women Association at Light Memorial Presbyterian held study sessions on Bound In The Spirit with morning afternoon and evening meetings. Lent coffees and devotional studies occur each Wednesday. March 19 joint meeting planned with Rachel Circle guest speaker Rev. Carl Nelson.

Circles of Women's Association of Light Memorial Presbyterian Church B. H. Grimm King St Elizabeth Circle William Fankhauser F. G. Harrington Dave Rollins Rachel Circle H C.Q. Nelson Carl Nelson Henry Frahm Marjorie Lanks Clark Grieve J. W. Johnson

Card Club Dessert Luncheon Honors Mrs Harold Thomas

Mrs Harold Thomas hosted the F A B Club at her home Friday afternoon February 13 for a 1:30 dessert luncheon. Guests included Mrs Tom Corder and Mrs Burgett Peetz. A gift was presented to the hostess for her birthday. Pinochle followed with honors: Mrs Leon Lafler high, Mrs Stewart Brown second, Mrs Herman Jurgens low, Mrs Arno Thomas traveling.

F.A.B Harold Thomas F.A.B. Club Tom Corder Burgett Peetz Leon Lafler Stewart Brown Herman Jurgens Arno Thomas

Record Breaking Attendance At South Ward PTA

A large turnout of over 150 parents and teachers attended South Ward PTA meeting Wednesday night. The event highlighted a new personal contact program, Civil Defense film showings, and a speech by Police Chief Sol Willis.

South Ward PTA P.T.A Sol Willis Joyce Mitchell Kenny Mayer L. L. Swanson Kenneth Fritchley Thomas Burke Douglas Howarth William Palmer Dave Olinger Jack McCormack Swanson East Ward Mel Everingham Sidney Paul Sprinkle

Famous Film To Have TV Showing Sunday Afternoon

A second showing of the prize winning documentary film M D International featuring Dr. Victor Ramboe airs Sunday on NBC TV from 3 to 4 p.m. mountain time. Produced by the American Medical Association and Smith Kline and French Laboratories, the film showcases cataract operations in Indian villages and presents doctors overseas as unofficial ambassadors of the United States along with their missionary contributions.

M.D. International Victor Ramboe Disciples of Christ India Nbc-Tv U. S. State Department American Medical Association Smith, Kline , and French Laboratories

Self on TV: Stan Skrdlant Spotted During Tomb Scene

Stan Skrdlant a 23 year old from Sidney watched It Is Written when a film sequence showed the changing of the guard and a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He recognized himself in the sentry box and named several Honor Guard comrades. He was discharged from the Army about 18 months ago.

Stan Skrdlant Sidney Skrdilant Skrdlant Army Old Honor Guard Stan Army

Community calendar of events for Feb in Cheyenne and area

Local club notices list a packed Feb schedule from Feb 20 to Feb 26 including Cheyenne Encampment 19 and Auxiliary events, Elks Ladies card party, Desperate Ambrose at Lorenzo school gym, Vetco gathering, K D annual party at Ft. Sidney Hotel, Shrine Club oyster supper, Loyals at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Cub Scout Blue and Gold banquet, Toastmasters Alpha Nu Beta Sigma Phi, and various meetings with bake or recipe provisions for a furniture arrangement lesson by Mrs Bennett.

Cheyenne Elks Elks Lodge Peetz Lions Club Desperate Ambrose Lorenzo School Lorenzo P.T.A Vetco V.F.W. Post Heart Ft. Sidney Pole Valley Shrine Club Gurley Legion Hall Loyals of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church P.O Panhandle Lorenzo P.T Alpha Nu Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Kings Daughters Nécomers Club Episcopal Parish Hall Potter Scouts ONO George Bénnet

Parent Teacher Conferences Set

The second session of Parent Teacher conferences is set for Tuesday afternoon February 24 in all four public grade schools. Teachers are contacting parents who have not attended a conference. The lunch program will not operate and classes will be dismissed that afternoon. Kindergarten conferences will be held both morning and afternoon. More than 400 parents attended the first meetings in October.

T. R. Tillotson Tillotson

Lodgepole Dance Not Fireman's Ball Misprint

The Lodgepole dance advertised last week was misreported as the Lodgepole Firemans Ball. The Lodgepole Fire Department clarifies they did not plan a dance to coincide with Sidney Fire Department events. The Lodgepole event was sponsored by another organization.

Lodgepole Sidney Lodgepole Fire Department

Kiwanis Club Views Frontier Air Lines Film Wings Over Dexter

The Kiwanis Club meeting featured a Frontier Air Lines film Wings Over Dexter shown by Oliver Bruns and Everett Mill. Carl Carr was program chairman with Arlo Jones presiding as 25 members attended and Past President Murrey Fuller received a farewell gift. L A Lindstrom announced the Stars of Tomorrow Show set for Friday April 24 at 8 pm in the junior high auditorium.

Kiwanis Club Frontier Air Lines Dexter Oliver Bruns Everett Mill Frontier Carl Carr Arlo Jones Murrey Fuller L. A. Lindstrom Stars of Tomorrow Show

Recruit Training Graduation and Scout Meetings Noted

Navy apprentice chief petty officer William F Dickes, son of Sidney residents, graduated Feb 6 from Recruit Training at San Diego Naval Training Center. Den 6 Pack 90 members met Feb 17 with Blue and Gold banquet prep. Columbian Squires held meetings Jan 7 and Jan 28 at the Youth Center with films shown and plans for next gathering.

San Diego Calif William F Dickes USN Edward J. Dickes 13Th Ave Sidney Patricia L. Bahl Gurley Naval Training Center James F. Willis Steve Bailey Wee Living Circle Mike Willis Columbian Squires Jim Vogt Mike Holtz Leo Gorman

Sidney Shop Ad Promises More Value For Your Money

Readable ad text highlights a Sidney retailer inviting shoppers to buy more for their dollar. Emphasizes value, bargains, and local shopping appeal with no fragile or graphic details.

Sidney

Card Clubs B and G Meeting At Mrs Elwell Jr Home

Mrs David Truss attended as guest from another club Tuesday night at the B and G Club gathering hosted by Mrs John Elwell Jr. Two tables played with honors going to Gerald Matzke high Truss second Burt Lowe low and Richard Smith Warren Brown traveling. First Niters honored guest Don Wells farewell dinner at Sidney Country Club Tuesday night hosted by First Niters Club members. After dinner cards at Mrs Ralph Welch home. Honors went to Lenhart Schobert high Jay Wilson second high and Welch low. Wilson to host March 2 meeting.

David Truss John Elwell Jr Gerald Matzke Truss Burt Lowe Richard Smith Warren Brown First Niters Don Wells Sidney Sidney Country Club First Niters Club Ralph Welch Lenhart Schobert Jay Wilson Welch Wilson

Admitted and Dismissed Names by Towns

In Ayr Sidney and Broadwater Peetz listings show admissions and dismissals. Names include Sidney group: Thomas Miller Phil lip Bonser Mrs Duane Moody and others. Dismissed: Warren Ellison Nellie Call Sidney Holloway Augusta Runion etc. Broadwater and Peetz provide additional names.

Sidney Thomas V. Miller Phillip Bonser Duane Moody Robert Rolls W. H. Akin H. R. Montgomery L. J. Beck Barbara Mohatt Cliff Thompson John Spaeth Spencer Cronk Ella Mikkelson Keith Kaylor Wesley Berry Sr William Triplett Warren Ellison Nellie Call Sidney Holloway Augusta Runion Samuel Irwin Pamala Himes Charles Wimmer Ed Fristrom Orville Beck C. F. Parks William Mika Chappell Cindy Howitt Broadwater Mick Cunningham Peetz NaDean Bules

Birth Announcement for Leslie Gaye Moody in Memorial Hospital

Mr. and Mrs. Duane Moody announce the birth of their daughter Leslie Gaye Moody at 8 04 p.m. on Wednesday February 18 in Memorial Hospital. The baby weighs five pounds 11 ounces. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Wolf and Mr. and Mrs. James A. Moody of Sidney. Great grandparents are Mrs Winifred Wolf of Sidney and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Rundquist of Chappell, Mr. and Mrs. James Moody of Scottsbluff, and Mr. and Mrs. B. Brooks of Torrington Wyoming.

Leslie Gaye Moody Duane Moody Leslie Gaye Memorial Hospital Clifford Wolf James A. Moody Sidney Winifred Wolf Herman Rundquist Chappell James Moody Scottsbluff B. Brooks Torrington, Wyo

Birth Announcement for Dean Edward Cronk

Dean Edward Cronk was born at 8 40 a m today Friday February 20 at Memorial Hospital weighing six pounds 15 ounces. He is the son of Dean Edward Cronk and Mrs Spencer Cronk. He has a brother Steven Eugene who is two years old. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs T N Crawford and Mr and Mrs Fred Cronk of Sidney.

Dean Edward Cronk Spencer Cronk Dean Edward Memorial Hospital Steven Eugene T. N. Crawford Fred Cronk Sidney

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Victory Scout Legion and Auxiliary Meeting Har Wark ‘Society St. Pat's Beverly Dorwart Oed St. Anne's Circle Wscs Circle Five Telegraph Boy Scout Awards Ruth Circle Ron Barker William Lyddon Jonti Friede Clarence Castner Duane DePew Carol Lyddon Mary-Martha Circle C. M. Larson Mary- Martha Circle Tme E.T.C. Jones Joan Echternacht Larson Miriam Circle Robert Carter Don Heath Mable Nielsen Ancel ‘Lewis Central School Harold Pals Robert L. Cramer Jack Knicely Cramer Lucile Mason Sidney Kiwanis Stars of Tomorrow Frontier Refining Co Jack Hall Jim Dickes Mayfair Service Cen E Dayton Joe Hajek Bud Frickey Ayr Ian Stickney's Inc Orelco Norelco
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