Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

The Potter Review in Potter, Nebraska

Page 1

We have 2,691,858 pages in Nebraska

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 63 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

The Potter Review

Location

Potter, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1934

Page

1

Rains Bring Needed Moisture Across Panhandle Region

Heavy rains from Thursday to Saturday drenched the panhandle and eastern Wyoming, slowing roads and flooding gullies. Cheyenne county and towns like Kimball and Banner reported widespread moisture aiding crop prospects. total June rainfall nears 3.45 inches with varied daily amounts and lingering unsettled weather.

Panhandle Wyoming Chappell Nebraska Ovid Colorado Big Springs Cheyenne County Kimball, Devel, Gagden, Banner, Morrill Scott&bluf& Counties Italy

Bearcats Face Teammates in Colorado Showdown Next Sunday

The Bearcats, coming off an idle week, travel to Peetz for a close contest after Peetz and Kimball split a 2-1 game. Kimball then hosts Sidney with both teams undefeated. Bunkerhill vs Chappell and Gurley with an open day due to the Lodge Pole. Lorenzo bye.

Bearcats Colorado Peetz Kimball Sidney Bunkerhill Chappell Gurley Lorenzo

Hundred Percent Water and Light Bill Collection

Water and light bill collection reached one hundred percent as every customer paid May bills. About thirteen hundred dollars in cash was received, with some paying at the last moment. Beginning now shut off time is the 16th, and service requires payment for the previous month by the 15th. The rule applies to all, and timely payment is urged to avoid loss and forgery.

Tillamook Girl Killed in Highway Crash Near Dix

Bonnie O'Dell nine, of Tillamook Oregon, was killed a few miles west of Dix when a car carrying her collided with a Colorado vehicle driven by Katherine Calman of Denver. Bonnie's mother Mrs Gardner was seriously injured, while Dale Waken and Clifford Skinner were scratched and cut. The Colorado occupants left the hospital the next day.

Bonnie O’dell Tillamook Oregon Dix Colorado Gardner Bonnie Dale Waken Clifford Skinner Twin Falls Idaho Katherine Calman Denver

Eastern Star Holds Regular Meeting at Masonic Hall

The Eastern Star met last Wednesday at the Masonic hall. Hostesses included Mrs. Warren Cunningham Mrs. Jess Tompkins of Sidney and Mrs. Bruce Hayemeister. Other attendees were Mr. and Mrs. Harley Hite and Mr. and Mrs. Byron Pavlat with child who visited Sunday afternoon at the Guy Hite home west of Potter.

Eastern Star Masonic Hall Warren Cunningham Jess Tompkins Sidney Bruce Hayemeister Harley Hite Byron Pavlat Child Guy Hite Potter

Marie Robertson Visits Vivian Anderson Overnight

Marie Robertson was an overnight guest of Vivian Anderson on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Hagemeister and Mrs. Lloyd Rogers spent the week in Denver where Mr. Hagemeister took a radio examination.

Marie Robertson Vivian Anderson Bruce Hagemeister Lloyd Rogers Denver Mr. Hagemeister

Mrs. Chris Terman Receives Mixed Shower at M E Church

A Saturday afternoon miscellaneous shower for Mrs. Chris Terman filled the M E church parlors with a large crowd. The program featured piano solos by Janis Whitney and Delores Coulter, a song by Jeane Hagemeister, and a poem by Mrs. J C Bartlet read by Chrystie Bertramson. Miss LaVonne Vesey and Mont Haack ushered, with Chrystie Bertramson and Vivian Heimer helping unwrap gifts.

Chris Terman M. E Bert Christensen Janis Whitney Jeane Hagemeister Delores Coulter J. C. Bartlet Chrystie Bertramson LaVonne Vesey Mont Haack Vivian Heimer

Campfire News Meeting At Margaret Harrison Home

The Wetomachick Campfire group met at Margaret Harrison's home on Wednesday evening to discuss the mothers' party ranks and headbands. The gathering ended with lunch served by Miss Emma Leadale, and the next meeting is set for Tuesday at 7:30 at Harrison's home.

Margaret Harrison Emma Leafdale Margaret Harrion

Mrs Viola Madgé Heads To Boulder To Visit Kin

Mrs Viola Madgé left Thursday morning by bus for Boulder Colorado to visit relatives and enroll in schooling plans.

Viola Madgé Boulder Colo

Birthday Celebration for Anton Benish at North Pot ter Home

A pleasant Sunday gathering at the Benish residence north of Pot ter marked the eighty sixth birthday of Mr. Anton Ben ish. Relatives including Al Benish Viola and Wm Benish families John Nelson Kubes Ted Dvorak and Zalesky joined for a noon dinner and an evening dance at the Benish hall. Dinner guests at Arley Booth's home included Charles Stanton Floyd Sheets and their families.

Benish Potter Anton Benish al Benish Viola Wm. Benish John Nelson Joe Kubes Vince Ted Frank Dvorak James Zalesky Charles Stanton Floyd Sheets and Son Arley Booth Home

Mrs James Henry Visits Madrid Family Home Event

Mrs James Henry of Madrid Nebraska visits her parents Mr and Mrs Karl Fricke. A Bohemian orchestra from Ord Nebraska plays for a dance at the penish hall Sunday night. A large crowd attended.

James Henry Madrid Nebraska Mrs Karl Fricke Ord Penish Hall

Glenn Ross and Willard Christen Visit Denver

Glenn Ross and Willard Christen spent several days in Denver last week to attend meetings and conduct short business engagements with local officials and partners.

Glenn Ross Willard Christensen Denver

Reichsteins Dine With Leroy Witt Family Sunday

Mr and Mrs Wayne Reichstein attended a dinner at the Leroy Witt home Sunday evening with informal social company and hospitality noted.

Mrs Wayne Reichstein Leroy Witt Home

Mrs Leafdale Visits Father in Colorado Return Trip

Mrs. Arthur Leafdale traveled to Sidney on Friday to meet her father Mr Talbert of Ovid Colorado. She returned home with him for a short visit. Potter residents seen in Sidney included Mr and Mrs D F Evenovlsen Catharine Wickhorst C E Biggs and sons Bruce Clausen Mr and Mrs W C Sheets and family Mr and Mrs Walter Henry Mr and Mrs John Witt and Lila Mae Mr and Mrs F W Vaughan and Mrs Clyde Brady.

Arthur Leafdale Floy Thayer Emma Olson Sidney Mr. Talbert Ovid Colorado Potter Sidney Sunday D. F. Enevoldsen Catherine Wickhorst C. E. Biggs Bruce Clausen W. C. Sheets Walter Henry John Witt Lila Mae F. W. Vaughan Clyde Brady

Potter youths attend Dalton dance Saturday night

A number of Potter young people attended the dance in Dalton Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lehmkuhler visited in Chappell Saturday and Sunday.

Potter Dalton Clarence Lehmkuhler Chappell

Findleys and Booths Call in Sidney Monday

Mr and Mrs Clarence Findley and Mrs Arley Booth called in Sidney Monday reporting routine greetings and a social visit with local friends.

Clarence Findley Arley Booth Sidney

Mrs Hansen Returns From Visit To Woodriver Neb

Mrs Ma Hansen arrived back Sunday and will visit at the Woodriver Neb home of Mr and Mrs C A Larsen for some time.

Ma Hansen C. A. Larsen Woodriver Nebr

Mr and Mrs Rice Arrive in Potter Flight

Mr and Mrs Rice of Omaha arrive in Potter on Tuesday and depart on Wednesday with Mr and Mrs Charles Stanton of Potter joining them.

Miss Aladdin opens as new serial by Christine Whiting Parmenter

The Review prints the opening instalment of Miss Aladdin a new serial by Christine Whiting Parmenter of Colorado Springs Colorado The tale follows an eastern rich family hit by reverses who relocate west to restart life A thrilling blizzard rescue of a busful of children features in the debut and the story promises to unfold to its conclusion

Christine Whiting Parmenter Colorado Springs Colo

Chappell Council Buys New Street Sprinkler

F M Frink opens a filling and cream station at Abin to supply Farmers Union creamery and sell Farmers Union gas and oil through local operations in the village.

Chappell Village F. M. Frink Abin Farmers Union Creamery Farmers Union

Robbery at Big Springs Lumber Company

The Big Springs Lumber Company was robbed of 13 dollars in cash a .22 rifle and a .82 six shooter along with ammunition and a flashlight or two. No clues were found.

Big Springs Lumber Company

First Lutheran Church Potter Service Schedule

Sunday afternoon services announced including Sunday school at 2 15 p m and worship with sermon at 3 p m led by Dr W T Kahle pastor. Invite to attend.

First Lutheran Church Potter W. T. Kahle

Farmer H injured by disc drag near Kimball

J Borchers a farmer living south of Kimball was struck by a disc causing both legs to be cut and bruised He was hospitalized and received several stitches to close the wounds

J. Borchers Kimball

Sidney Ex-Police Chief Moves to Phoenix Oil Plant

Carl Livoni, former Sidney police chief, relocates to Phoenix to take a position with a Quaker State Oil distributing plant. His family accompanies him.

Carl Livoni Sidney Phoenix Arizona Quaker State Oil Company

Merwyn Rice Home Guests From Klamath Falls

In Klamath Falls Oregon the party will stay several weeks at the Mer wyn Rice home. Mrs Merwyn Rice is a daughter of Mr and Mrs Stanton and Merwyn Rice is a son of Mr and Mrs Rice. Mr and Mrs Nels Miller and family and Mr and Mrs Ray Arnell attended the Legion and Auxiliary picnic in Bridgeport Sunday. This picnic is an annual event.

Klamath Falls Oregon Merwyn Rice Mrs. Stanton Mrs. Rice Nels Miller Ray Arnell Legion and Auxiliary Bridgeport

Labor Conditions Improve Yet Costs Rise Across Sectors

Secretary of Labor Perkins reports living conditions up to 12 percent higher in some areas with rents slightly lower while wages remain stationary. Food prices have risen 16 percent and clothing 21 percent, a trend workers outside unions have long known.

Perkins

Bill Yates Injured in Wyoming Horse Incident

Bill Yates of Veteran Wyoming formerly lived along the north river country and lies in Torrington hospital in serious condition after a horse kicked him. His skull is fractured and the left eye sight is destroyed.

Bill Yates Wyo North River Country Torrington

Better Roads meeting spurs plan for state wide group

Emil Nelson and Dr C V Johnson attended a Sidney Better Roads meeting representing Potter Community club and met with the Sidney Chamber of Commerce. Ex senator Brown ing of Cherry county spoke on the Better Roads program and the group plans to form a state wide organization.

Emil Nelson C. V. Johnson Better Roads Sidney Potter Community Club Sidney Chamber of Commerce Browning Cherry County

Mrs. C. B. Long Near Bushnell Attempts Suicide

Mrs. C. B. Long of Bushnell attempted suicide by ingesting bichloride of mercury. A Kimball physician transported her to a Kimball hospital where she is expected to recover. She states she was tired of life as the motive.

C. B. Long Bushnell Kimball

Mr George Juelfs Drives New Chevrolet Coach

Mr George Juelfs is driving a new Chevrolet coach which he recently purchased from the Chevrolet company at Sidney.

George Juelfs Chevrolet Company Sidney

Lightning strike injuries reported near Anselmo

Carl Wilson and two companions were struck by lightning while building a fence near Anselmo. A hole burned in his hat and his hair singed before his companions rushed him to Dr. Shivey. He was treated, taken home, and remained in a stupor for several days.

Carl Wilson Anselmo

Cattle Drags to Chicago as Arnell and Johnson Head to Fair

Messrs. Alfred Arnell and Clarence Johnson left Saturday with a load of cattle bound for Chicago. They will attend the fair.

Messrs Alfred Arnell Clarence Johnson Chicago

Mrs Martin Leafdale Visits Kimball with Daughter

Mrs Martin Leafdale visited the past week in Kimball with her daughter Mrs Ed Swanson.

Martin Leafdale Kimball Ed. Swanson

Charles Stevens Returns from Chicago Fair Visit

Mr. Charles Stevens of Pine E Bluffs spent Friday night at the Herbert Stevens home after a ten day visit to the Chicago fair. He said the event was wet worth seeing.

Charles Stevens Pine E Bluffs Herbert Stevens

Death of Rev. Father Schmitt Longtime Peetz Pastor

Rev Father Schmitt, pastor of Peetz Catholic church, died in St Josephs hospital Denver at age 51. He served Peetz since 1928 after time in Telluride Mancos Victor and other mining camps. A native of Denmark.

Father Schmitt Peetz Catholic Church St. Josephs Hospital Denver Tie Peetz Telliride Mancos Victor Denmark

Olson-Riley nuptials celebrate June church wedding

News arrives of the marriage of Fred Olson son of Mrs Emma Olson a Potter local, to Miss Laura Riley of Kearney. The church ceremony took place on June 2.

Fred Olson Emma Olson Potter Laura Riley Kearney

Kaderli Family Heads to Chicago for World's Fair

Mr and Mrs C C Kaderli and family left Sunday evening by train for Chicago to attend the World's fair.

Mrs. C. C. Kaderli Chicago

Whitmire Home Visit Noted By Seyfangs in Sundl

Miss Edna Seyfang and Mrs. Emer Seyfang visited Sundl at the Whitmire home on Wednesday, sharing time and greetings in a small social gathering.

Edna Seyfang Emer Seyfang Sundl Whitmire

Mrs Pritchard Hosts Anna Uncapher and Family

Miss Anna Uncapher returns home Saturday with Mrs. Pritchard and three Sharron Springs children after a two week visit at the Pritchard residence.

Anna Uncapher

Mrs Edith Carlson Spends Sunday in Potter

Mrs Edith Carlson of Sidney spent Sunday in Potter with friends enjoying a social visit and local hospitality.

Edith Carlson Sidney Potter With

Sidney women transact business Wednesday morning

Mrs Ralph Robertson and Mrs Stanley Davis conducted business in Sidney on Wednesday morning, engaging in routine transactions and affairs in the local community.

Ralph Robertson Stanley Davis Sidney

Federal raid nets largest Nebraska still found on farm

Federal officers raided a vacant barn on a North St. Libory farm and seized Nebraska’s largest still. Three men, said to be from Milwaukee, were arrested. Three more Milwaukee men were captured in Grand Island, and three Grand Island men were also arrested.

St. Libory Nebraska Milwaukee Grand Island

Mrs Barbara Schroll Dies in Santa Monica Cal

Barbara Libby Schroll died at her home in Santa Monica California. She was born at the Libby ranch in Lodgepole and was a 1916 graduate of the local school. Survived by husband Harry Schroll two daughters and her mother Mrs Mary Libby interment took place at Long Beach.

Barbara Libby Schroll Santa Monica Calif Libby Ranch Lodgepole Harry Schroll Mary Libby Long Beach

Pine Bluffs Resident Joseph H. Ekstrom Dies at 69

Joseph H. Ekstrom, longtime Pine Bluffs resident, died in the Veterans Hospital at Cheyenne after a long illness. Born in 1897 in Salem, Wyoming, he moved to Pine Bluffs with his parents in 1899 and lived there except for Army service. Masonic services were held at the cemetery.

Joseph H.ekstrom Pine Bluffs Cheyenne Salem Wyo

Witt Couple Headed to Denver on Short Business Trip

Mr and Mrs John Witt departed Tuesday for a brief business trip to Denver. They plan to return with updates from meetings and potential deals.

John Witt Denver

Mrs Zalesky Visits Antone Benish Home North of Potter

Mrs James Zalesky of Cheyenne is spending a few days at the Antone Benish home north of Potter.

James Zalesky Cheyenne Antone Benish Potter

Larsen Family Visits Potter for Summers Reunions

Mr and Mrs C A Larsen and their sons from Woodriver Nebraska spent a weekend in Potter renewing acquaintances. They had supper at the Peter Hansen home and stayed with Lee Hagemeister. Carl Jr was left with an uncle south of Dix to spend the summer.

Slocumb Fathers Day Visit in Kimball

Messrs Raymond and Lee Roy Slocumb spent Father's Day with their father Rev L V Slocumb in Kimball.

Messrs Raymond and Lee Roy Slocumb Thei Rev. L. V. Slocumb Kimball

Truck Fatality In Nebraska Trucker Affair

Donald Coleman, former Hagler Transfer Co driver, was killed when a semi trailer attached to a Diamond T truck owned by Hagler Transfer Co ran him down north of Gothenburg while he rode from Arnold to Omaha. He climbed to the outside to check livestock, lost his hold, and fell into the road. His father lives 18 miles north of Burwell.

Donald Coleman Hagler Transfer Co Coleman Hagler Company Arnold Omaha Gothenburg Burwell

Scotts Bluff County Sues Nebraska Over Bridge Fund Payment

Scotts Bluff County files suit against the state for 112000 from the bridge fund for Henry Morrill and Melbeta bridges. A bill approved by both houses last winter was vetoed by Governor Bryan who said he did not approve the measure.

Scotts Bluff County Nebraska Henry, Morrill and Melbeta Bryan

Softball league forms with ten teams planned for Potter area

The Softball Association forms at Potter with at least ten teams including Potter and Dix clubs. Lights at Legion Park are being installed after village funding. Opening games at 7 30 p m feature Potter girls vs Sidney or Peetz girls and Witt s Millers versus Legion. A free will collection will support equipment.

Legion Park Potter Potter Girls Sidney Peetz Witt’s Millers Legion Has Beens Potter State Bank J. J. Fiegenschuh Ralph Robertson Dix North Divide South Divide

Ray Mathewson and Family Visit Sidney Saturday

Ray Mathewson and his family were Sidney business callers Saturday, visiting local shops and meeting proprietors during a brief stay in the city.

Ray Mathewson Sidney

West End bill allows county to sue state for funds

Representatives from the west end of the state push a bill authorizing the county to sue the state to recover money, noting that the state may not be sued without legislative consent. The aim is to ensure payment without it appearing against the administration’s expenditure.

N’t

Fort Warren bands to lead Oregon Trail Days parade

The 20th infantry band from Fort Warren will join five Class A bands for Gefing’s Oregon Trail Days parade. Anticipated attendees include at least one infantry company from Fort Warren and a crack recruiting detail, totaling around 200 soldiers. Troop E Wyoming National Guard planned but must skip for its annual encampment. Governors Bryan Miller and Johnson invited to attend and lead the parade on July 20.

Fort Warren Gefing Ft. Warren Wyoming National Guard Bryan Miller Wyoming Johnson Colorado

Dalton man attempts suicide by inhaling gas from truck

Walter Cole 25 of Dalton tried to kill himself by placing exhaust from a truck under floorboards and starting the motor. George Shinker found him unconscious in the cab and bystanders revived him. He was hospitalized and later ordered committed to Hastings hospital for treatment amid grief over his father's death.

Walter Cole Dalton George Shinker Cole Hastings Clarinda Iowa

Annual Meeting of Cheyenne County Historical Society

The Cheyenne County Historical Society will hold its annual meeting on June 29 in the Sidney city auditorium in the afternoon. A featured speaker is planned, with arrangements for another old plainsman, similar to last year’s Captain Luther North. The program includes other numbers, and all residents are welcome. After the general meeting, society members will elect officers for the coming year.

Cheyenne County Historical Society Sidney City Auditorium Luther North

Johnson Files For Nebraska Lieutenant Governor

C. W. Johnson of Potter, a former state senator and notable rancher, filed last Friday on the Republican ticket for lieutenant governor of Nebraska. Aug 14 primaries will determine his western and eastern support as voters weigh his candidacy and statewide appeal.

C. W. Johnson Potter Nebraska Johnson

Cozad Merchant Visits Here In Interest Of Candidacy

Fred W. Anderson a Cozad merchant spoke to Potter voters about his Democratic bid for Congress. He praised his own personality and potential service but warned he would not win heavily due to the popularity of Guy V. Doran of Sidney and Mr Coffee of Chadron who are strong local contenders. Doran is expected to secure Cheyenne County's majority.

Fred W. Anderson Wonder Merchant Cozad Nebr Potter Anderson Guy V. Doran Sidney Mr. Coffee Chadron Mr. Doran Cheyenne

Methodist Church Service and Sunday School Notice

Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. Services at 11:00 a.m. conducted by F. V. Livingston. An 8:00 p.m. service led by F. V. Livingston and Sidney young people.

F. V. Livingston Sidney

Dance Here Saturday Night for Potter Club

A dance at Sey fang hall will be Saturday night June 23 to benefit the Potter baseball club. Stecher Randall orchestra will play. Admission is 50 cents.

Seyfang Hall Potter Baseball Club Stecher-Randall Orchestra

Ferris Players Back With Three Day Run at Potter

The Bert R. Ferris players bring a brand new cast and four plays for a three day run at Potter from June 28 to 30. The lineup includes Almost Married on Thursday, Long Lost Perkins on Friday, Honest Crooks matinee on Saturday, and Friendly Enemies Saturday night, with a free dance after the final show. Ladies on Thursday night admitted for 10 cents with the coupon in the ad.

Bert R. Ferris Potter Review Ferris Perkins

Deer Births at Stage Hill Reserve Highlight Twin Fawns

A Stage Hill wild game reserve reports a deer giving birth to twins, a notable but less common event after recent mentions of quintuplets and quadrupets elsewhere. The two fawns are healthy, with four buffalo calves also thriving on the grounds.

Corbeil Ont Sac City Iowa Stage Hill

Mrs A J Etter and children attend maneuvers in Sidney

Mrs A J Etter and her children joined the army maneuvers program in Sidney last Thursday, on Flag Day, to observe and participate in the public event.

A. J Etter Sidney

Also Mentioned on This Page

Kimball and Maxine Wells Campfire News Miss Aladdin HEC Softball Association Annual Meeting Historical Society Co. W. Johnson Cozad Merchant
Search Courier

Search the The Potter Review Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The The Potter Review?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication