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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1937
Page
8
A note celebrating fifty years of marriage for the Johnsons on September 29. Family members contributed a poem reflecting on their life together, praising enduring love and the golden memories shared as they look to future days of happiness.
The county relief bureau faces a heavy workload with winter ahead and continued duties. The board considers that administration can be carried on with borrowed help at a saving, signaling a leadership change with Bauman replaced.
Goeman was released by Judge Barlow on Tuesday. Olson claimed only one settlement remained unresolved while County Attorney Heaton sought binding over based on Goeman’s testimony that he had obtained funds from Otson through false representations.
The civic club and business leaders in Sid ney Draw valley plan a Monday meeting to push pump irrigation on at least fifty thousand acres. They note this year’s pumping success despite poor weather and seek federal support with favorable loan terms. Local businessmen through the chamber of commerce will explain federal assistance to farmers and encourage sinking wells to cut crop risk next season. The gathering will not conflict with the Union Pacific hotel noon luncheon at 12:10.
Rodman is joining the Bay Company as general counsel in an executive capacity after weeks of discussion. He was a prominent figure in Nebraska's Republican party and was mentioned as a potential governor candidate during the last campaign.
Nebraska retailers report a sag in sales with general conditions seen as likely to improve in October if colder weather arrives. Trade circles expect modest gains later in autumn, aided by seasonal demand and weather-driven shopping shifts.
The PTA has funded a milk program for undernourished children, supported Camp Fire and Boy Scouts, and promoted girls courses in Sidney. It organized a Mothers Study Club and summer rounds for preschoolers while strengthening school community ties. A 25 cent membership is asked via student envelopes due by October 10, with the first PTA meeting set for October 20.
Notice states Swift and Company will close their Sidney office effective today October 1 with Sidney H F Wunderwald named manager. The brief public notice confirms the corporate move and leadership assignment.
The Presbyterian Ladies announce their annual rummage sale in the Oberfelder Building on October 7 8 and 9 from 1 a.m. to 5 p.m. Proceeds support church programs and community outreach.
Robert Lux a 48 year old Mitchell area carpenter was killed when his light coupe was struck by an eastbound Burlington train No 310 near the fair ground crossing west of Mitchell. The collision occurred as Lux traveled west about 30 miles an hour and did not see or hear the oncoming train despite whistle bell and clear rails.
Nine people died in Nebraska road and railway accidents over the weekend with seven fatalities inside city limits. Victims include Mrs Fern Taft 29 of Lincoln Mrs Christine Martz 82 of Creighton and three Omaha deaths among others.
The fifty fourth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs W Thafer of Large Pole was celebrated last Saturday with a family gathering at their home. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Milard Queen and Laverne Mr and Mrs Mark Hafer and daughters Mrs Lloyd Lehmkuhl and children Mr and Mrs Archie Hafer and niece Donis Means and George Chaney. The day also marked the 17th wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Mark Hafer.
Byron Pavlat has returned from an extended trip to California. Miss Josie Jarland of Tekamah Nebraska visits at the Emil and Joe Nelson home. Mrs. Gertrude Nelson drives a new Ford coupe. Special services at M E Church dedicate a new altar bible donated by the Johnson family in memory of C. W Johnson. Potter high lost to Dalton 36 to 7. Mrs. Hugo Harrison dies at Sidney hospital leaving husband and two daughters. Funeral at St Pauls Lutheran Church near Potter. Burial in church cemetery. Chris Christensen and Wm Benschot er spend Sunday at Hay Springs. Mrs. W W Heinnemann of Denver visited last Wednesday.
A long local column notes social events and movements across Potter and nearby areas. Highlights include Campfire Girls officers Deloris Coulter and Marilyn Miller, a faculty reception, a student directory showing 209 pupils from 101 families across ten districts, and a marriage in Kearney of Mildred Rapp to Paul E. Wilson. Royal Neighbors officers elected in Scottsbluff and Potter events like rummage sales, 4-H club meetings, and visits from regional residents fill the town’s fall social calendar.
Earl Hoaglang of Denver and Gerald Johnson spent the past week at the grandparents Mr and Mrs Mons Johnson home. Mr and Mrs Sam Irwin and Mr and Mrs Ray Tremain attended a Farmers Union district meeting at Berea Tuesday. Mrs Frank Flessner and daughter Mary Ann visited with Mrs Edme Flesner Tuesday while Mr Flessner attended a sale. Anna Jorgensen helped Mrs Herbert Hruska with her work the past week. Mr and Mrs Al-
Residents recount weekend visits and social gatherings across Lodge Pole and surrounding towns. Frequent travel to Gothenburg Sidney Dalton and North Platte featured guests, extended family meals, and multiple house calls. Delmar Rahe sustains injuries from a highway accident and receives care at Harris hospital in Chappell.
Wm Huls and Cornelius Weyers attended the farm sale in Chappell on Friday. Mr and Mrs John Folkerts spent Sunday afternoon at Wm Pre ridhs home. Pauline Ostermeier Kenneth Keiper of Julesburg and Art and Ruby Ostermeier were callers Saturday evening in this vicinity. Mr and Mrs Bartling Jr and daughter Mr and Mrs Jim Payne and daughter and Mrs Folkerts and Mr and Mrs Orval Krauter were among the Lodge Pole callers Friday.
Mt Vernon News notes Sunday school at 10 am for all. Alfred Sprenger and son Keith and Dorothy Sprenger visited the Dr Ells home Sunday evening. Anna Reineka and Lulu called at Charles Sprenger home Monday evening. Ernest Ruhter and Carrie Peterson were supper guests at Floyd Glassburn home Thursday.
Mr and Mrs Herman Westphalen and relatives called at Redington Sunday along with Frank Klentz and Alfred Sprenger families. The MI club met at Mrs C H Walters home with most members present and visitors. A lunch followed. Chas Sprenger visited J A Lingwall Thursday evening and Mrs Arvin Livingston shopped in Sidney Friday.
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