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Newspaper
The Potter Review
Location
Potter, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1940
Page
1
Snow falls Wednesday afternoon night and Thursday forenoon reach about four inches deep yet very light in texture due to low temperatures. The low temperature was 15 above zero early Thursday morning. Some wind, mostly level snowfall, and continuing light snow with forecasts of clearing and warmer weather Friday.
Kimball won the overtime basketball game against Potter High School 31 to 80. The teams were tied 29 all after regulation, then Kimball scored a field goal while Potter added a free throw to decide the contest played at Kimball.
Mrs Roy J MacAdam is summoned to Denver due to illness of her mother Mrs Georgia L Sperry. She is expected to return home this weekend.
Lyle Reichardt has come back from a trip to visit relatives in Alliance.
At home games include Goodview on January 2, Broadwater on January 10, Sundl on January 22, Gurley on February 7, Bushnell on February 22. Away games feature Kimball on December 11, St Patricks on December 19, Lodge Pole on January 31, Lisco on February 14, and Dalton on February 14.
The newspaper invites merchants to place Christmas greetings in the upcoming issue with a New Year section the following week. The cost is described as nominal and readers are urged to respond by the coming Tuesday. Note dated Friday the 13th.
Martin Leafdale marked his 92nd birthday last Sunday at his Potter residence surrounded by three sons eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Present were A M Leafdale Lmil Leafdale George Leafdale Norris Maxine Victor Johnson Clayton Rodney Kenneth Edgar Leafdale Keith Marilyn Swanson Rosalie Anon Ferdie Anderson Evelyn Anderson Erik Anderson and Paul Anderson. Leafdale, still in good health, recalled homestead days north of Potter from 1888 and may be Cheyenne county’s longest continuously resident pioneer couple.
Miss Marjorie Newton was honored Wednesday afternoon at a prenuptial miscellaneous shower hosted at the Charles Slama home. About 25 guests attended with Mrs. Annie Nelson assisting Mrs. Slama and Evelyn in entertaining. Newton received numerous beautiful and useful gifts.
A basket dinner and fellowship hour will follow the vesper service at 5:00 next Sunday in the Methodist church parlors. The event welcomes the new pastor and his family to Potter, and all are invited to attend. Bring a basket and join the fellowship. Sponsored by the W. S. of C.
Lost item described as a thin model white gold 17 jewel Elgin pocket watch with a DE fob. Valued highly as a gift. Cash reward offered. Contact Clarence Johnson.
Bill Studnicka was hurt in the face and nose last week after a cow he was tying up hooked him with its horns. He received treatment and is restin g at home.
Santa Claus arrives in Potter at 2 30 p m Saturday December 21 with American Legion backing. An outdoor program of vocal and instrumental music leads to Santa distributing candy to boys and girls with treats for adults as well. Bring the family for the annual Christmas program.
A dramatic tersely penned note from a wartime figure addresses the Greek conflict, urging restraint and warning of renewed bombing and armored action. It references Suez distance, blitz efforts, and a planned move at Brenner Pass as pressure mounts.
Potter Public school will let out on the evening of December 30 for the Christmas vacation and will resume the morning of December 38. School will be held on Monday and Tuesday, December 30 and 31, but a one day vacation will be granted on Wednesday, January 1.
Sidney A district court jury awarded Chester C. Kaderli 497.73 against Western Union Life Insurance after ten hours deliberation. Judge Nisley instructed the court to determine accrued interest separately. The suit claimed 914 dollars in interest and alleged Jurgensen misled him about building and loan stocks.
Homer Graham aged about 50, son of Mrs. Anna Graham and the late Gus Graham of Dix, died Friday evening in Grand Island after a brief illness from a cerebral hemorrhage. Funeral services were held Monday, burial at Kearney. Surviving are his mother, four brothers and four sisters including Lynn of Scottsbluff, Lyne of Elm Creek, Rex of Dix, Guy of Kearney, and others from Dix Roseburg N M Kimball and I x.
Wm. Sirson of Kimball called on H. C. Armour last Friday in a brief local social exchange, with no further details given on the meeting or its purpose.
The art class prepared Christmas decorations for the room and enjoys a Christmas tree. Students drew names for a gift exchange and are preparing for the Christmas program to be held in the assembly before vacation.
Last six weeks honor roll lists show Jo Ann Hagemeister and Patsy Hagemeister among top students. The fourth through sixth grades note Merton and Merna Quaite enrolling, Christmas room decorations, and guest visits by Mrs Himmelright and others. A health class discusses nutrition, geography covers Columbus and South America, and a surprise party celebrated Miss Veal with cake and treats.
At a pleasant meeting on Tuesday December 3 the organization elected Ruby Kaderli as oracle Eunice Wheeler as vice oracle Bessie Sheets recorder Wilma Dedic receiver Melanie Schwartz cancellor Carol Moench inner sentinel Beatrice Warner outer genninel Olive Sloan past oracle and lists Eda Lipska manager Dr W I Sloan physician Emma Ross delegate to state camp for the ensuing year.
Potter Lodge No. 313 A F and A M held a well attended meeting Tuesday evening and elected C. C. Kaderli as master A B Connell as senior warden George Thirlwall as junior warden D F Enevoldsen as treasurer BE H Seyfang as secretary Other officers will be announced later
The Methodist Church lists Sunday events including Sunday school at 10 a.m. led by Dean Hagemeister, morning worship at 11 with the sermon God Believes in Man, a 5 p.m. choir vesper with Miss McLaughlin directing, and Epworth League at 7 p.m. led by Ben Herboldsheimer. A lay thought from Otto A. Quaife challenges daily Christian influence.
The Auxiliary asks for donations for Christmas baskets to be distributed this year. Donations should be left with Mrs. Roy L. MacAdam, rehabilitation chairman. The piece notes gifts from the football squad and a party at the theatre with a turkey prize, plus a forthcoming Potter versus St Pats of Sidney basketball game on December 19 at the city auditorium.
Mr Connell's government class attended the district court in Sidney last Tuesday to study the case Kaderli vs Western Union Insurance Company and gain a practical understanding of Nebraska court procedures.
Last Saturday evening the pep girls and football boys enjoyed a party at the shelter house in Sidney with refreshments. The event showcased school spirit and social gathering among students.
Potters and Dix residents may use unlimited electric current in December with bills not exceeding November, applying to residential commercial and power customers. The policy aims to boost holiday lighting both towns will be illuminated. the scene contrasts with Europe where lights are fading.
The Potter town board hosted Dix in a social evening on Monday. Dix dads won two of three games while Potter dads posted the higher total points. After the games, the group enjoyed an oyster supper at Stines cafe with Potter hosts.
The Ladies Guild expresses gratitude to the public for the generous response to last Saturday's bazaar and dinner. They praise the patronage and service, and extend special thanks to those who assisted in preparation and serving.
A large frame building once a Continental Oil warehouse was moved to the near west part of town onto Wm. Slama’s lot and will serve as a garage for Farmers Union trucks and cars. W. G. Sheets and crew relocated it while Alfred Arnell handles remodeling.
Mr and Mrs Harry Shinker departed on Monday for a visit with friends and relatives in Wisconsin and other eastern points.
Hagemeisters advertise a coal sale detailing a Moffat lump price of $9.75 per ton on Saturday Monday and Tuesday.
In the week’s largest bowling match Dix town board defeated Potter town board two games to one, but Potter earned the higher total points. Bill Slama rolled 197 in one game, Joe Fernquist won the playoff with 463. League play began Wednesday evening. results and standings will be reported next week.
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