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Newspaper
The Potter Review
Location
Potter, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1938
Page
4
WPA researchers document curious Nebraska trades in 1878. An Omaha man paid one dollar per pound for a hairless calf born in Pawnee County, the animal weighing 175 pounds at three months old. In the same year a Verdigris River resident sold his wife to another man.
The seller, who traded seven bushels of wheat a stove and a tent, moved from the house and allowed the buyer to take possession. He then took residence in an adjacent milk house. Newspaper accounts preserve mixed views on the bargain.
Last week visitors included Mrs W D Mathewson and Max and Leota with Mrs Win Scheele while Mr Mathewson handled Kimball business. Mrs Nels Gunderson and Mrs Pieron returned from Hastings after attending their brother Walt Sehliers funeral. SEhiers went to Omaha on business. Mr and Mrs Lloyd Shaw and children visited Cecil Whyckoff. Doris Hates and son Billy called at Wm Scheele’s. Bob Gunderson Sr left for Rochester Minnesota. Mrs Cecil Wyckoff went to Omaha for a few days. A large crowd attended Kingston Wednesday afternoon.
Word from Cheyenne reports A. M. Leafdale recovering after a major operation at the veterans hospital. He retains strength and hopes to be up in a few days and return home around July 1.
Mrs Juaura Lee Reed visits in Padroni at her sister Mrs Boyd Frenchs home. The Ladies Guild will meet next Thursday afternoon June 30 at 2 00 oclock with all welcome. District residents report social visits and picnic attendance across nearby towns.
Mrs James Coulter entertained yesterday in honor of Mrs Marion Jackson of Madison Wisconsin who is visiting here.
A southwest storm at 5:00 p m moved in with a black dust wall that cut visibility to about 100 feet. It disappeared quickly after a brief downpour and heavier rains followed in other parts of the community.
County Court of Cheyenne County Nebraska notices creditors that claims must be filed by October 4 1938 and debts paid by June 9 1939. Hearings to examine allow or adjust claims will be held July 5 1938 and October 5 1938 at ten in the morning in the County Court Room. Dated June 9 1938. Robt A Barlow Paul L Martin Sawyer Sidney Nebraska. Pub June 17 24 July 1 1938.
Mrs R B Merscheim and Kenneth returned from a visit with relatives at Osceola Nebraska.
Mr and Mrs Howard Madden Mr and Mrs Leo Olsen Ada and Fred Olsen hosted guests at the George Whitney home Tuesday evening. Andrew Anderson and L K Nelson family hosted visitors Wednesday afternoon. Ed Nelson Cressie Fred Morris and family from Sterling plus Ley and Lucille Vanhousen visited Alan Nelson home Sunday. Maurice Nelson attended a Bayard pageant Thursday evening. J H Madden and A T Nelson from Ellis Nebern were Wednesday supper guests at the Howard home.
Dentists recommend Letos Pyorrhea Remie Dy as a directer to heal sore gums and protect stomach kidneys and general health. Thayers Drug Store offers money-back guarantees if it fails.
The Village of Potter Nebraska presents its fiscal year budget as approved by the Chairman and Board of Trustees. General Fund for all general purposes is 1400 dollars, Road Fund for road repair, upkeep and Park Fund for park upkeep 75 dollars, Library Fund for library rent and donation 100 dollars, Cemetery Fund 220 dollars, and maintenance and improvements 200 dollars.
Numerous neighbors and relatives, including Mrs. George Whitney and Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Nelson, visited friends and relatives around Kimball. A picnic at Olson grove, a 4 H meeting, and a birth at Kimball hospital highlight events as families shared meals and hospitality across town.
Mr and Mrs Marion Jackson of Madison Wisconsin visit the home of Mrs Jacksons parents Mir and Mrs J W Bertramson.
The American Legion Auxiliary will hold a meeting next Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Ralph Robertson. Mrs. Albert Jacobson will assist as hostess.
Watches originally were small clocks worn hung from the girdle as they were too large for the pocket making them early timepieces carried on the person.
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