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Newspaper

The Potter Review

Location

Potter, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1939

Page

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Goop Program and Attend ance at Club Meet

Twenty eight members attended the Potter Community Boosters club meeting at the Tebilake cafe on a Wednesday evening in November. After a meal the group declined a donation of 7 dollars and 50 cents to the Legion’s outdoor Christmas program on December 16. Joe P. Schwartz led the program introducing visitors from Sidney Rev Father Link Miss Helen Peetz and Everett Bailey. Dailey presented two comet golos with Miss Peetz and Father Link, pastor of the Sydney Catholic church for 26 years, delivering an inspiring talk on beneficial community spirit enjoyed by all. The next meeting is planned for December 6 at Stines cafe.

Potter Community Boosters Club Tebilake Legion Joe P. Schwartz Sidney Father Link Helen Peetz Everett Bailey Dailey Comet Golos Pee

Dry and Cold Week Ends With Freezing Night

Weather remained dry with a sharp drop to freezing temperatures Wednesday night. Thermometers dipped to ten above zero in the early hours of Thursday, freezing radiators and boosting antifreeze sales as clouds increased but moisture did not fall. Temperature moderated by Thursday noon.

Santa Claus to Visit Potter This December

Reliable reports say Santa Claus will return to Potter this December likely on December 10 in the afternoon. Last year’s outdoor program of songs, music, and a dramatic appearance with a big bag of candy is sponsored by the Region, aided by the Auxiliary, the Community Club, and other organizations.

Santa Claus

Joint Meeting Set by Sextorp and Antelope Farmers Union

The first joint meeting of Sextorp and Antelope locals of the Farmers Union is scheduled for Monday November 6 in the Methodist church basement. A noon covered dish lunch precedes moving pictures of cooperative activities in Nebraska presented by Henry Negley of Omaha. The event invites all members and nonmembers to lunch, watch the pictures, hear the talk, and learn about the statewide organization.

Farmers Union Methodist Church Nebraska Henry Negley Omaha Negley

Dedic Household Hosts Sunday Evening Guests

Mr and Mrs Charles Dedic welcomed Mr and Mrs Rudy Dedic Mr and Mrs Emil Dedic and Mr and Mrs Walter Schubarth for Sunday evening entertainments.

Charles Dedic Rudy Dedic Emil Dedic Mes Walter Schubarth

Window washing Wednesday pranks noted in town

Wednesday was window washing day after mysterious goblins spread soap and wax overnight. Most windows cleaned with minor disorder from pranksters. Marshall Thomas Iverson helped by Walter Henry and George Hicks to keep mischief in check.

Marshal Thomas Iverson Walter Henry George Hicks

Community sale seeks items for auction drive

Col. Joe P. Schwartz announces a community sale soon and asks for additional items. Valuable goods are on hand but more donations are needed to make the sale worthwhile. Offer livestock, farm machinery, household goods, or other items to be listed for advertising.

Joe P. Schwartz Witmore

Pasture Forage Livestock Meeting Attendees at Scottsbluff

Local farmers and business men attended the Pasture-Forage-Livestock meeting in Scottsbluff on Thursday. Chauncey Nelson C L Walters Fred Reetz Carl T Larson Chris Terman Ferd Wielnhorst D F Enevoldsen and Wm Hagemeister were listed as participants. They traveled in cars provided by Enevoldsen and Hagemeister who cooperated with organizations to supply transportation. The group planned to return late Thursday evening.

Scottsbluff Chauncey Nelson C. L. Walters Fred Reetz Carl T. Larson Chris Terman Ferd Wielnhorst D. F. Enevoldsen Wm. Hagemeister Enevoldsen Mr. Hagemeister

Milk Route Taken In Potter and Deliveries Begin

Leslie Wiekhorst announces the take over of the Pritchard milk route in Potter and begins daily deliveries. All cows are tested for tuberculosis and abortion. For milk delivery call 49F12 or see the operator. patronage solicited.

Pritchard Potter Leslie Wiekhorst

Pheasant season ends after a quiet hunt period

The pheasant hunting season has closed with most birds killed in the ten days. Only accident reported was a hunter shooting a farmer's window out in his enthusiasm. Duck and goose season remains open with locals enjoying the sport on the creek and North River.

North

Royal Neighbors bid Mrs. Sheets farewell with gifts

The Royal Neighbors of America held a surprise farewell party for Mrs. Floyd Sheets last Thursday evening at the Stanton home. Members presented her with a dish towel and the lodge gave a necklace to honor her splendid work in the order.

Royal Neighbors of America Mrs. Floyd Sheets Stanton Mrs. Sheets Lodge

Total Moon Eclipse Seen Clearly Last Friday

The near total lunar eclipse was plainly visible here last Friday, reaching its peak around 11 30.

Potter High Notes Farewell Parties and Student Activities

The Pot ter high school weekly notes recount a farewell party for Doris Pritchard with a ly plant gift, a convention-time floor polish, and progress on Indian geography units and art projects. Other items include Halloween parties for grades four to six, portrait day photos, foreign money displays, and farewells for Jimmie Pritchard and Charles Sheets. The ninth English class forms a Readers Digest club, with oral book reviews and practical applications. The Potter football team beats Lodge Pole 42 to 0, while juniors and seniors plan theater, Readers Digest, and civic studies activities. Joe and Roy Pritchard depart for Texas. farewell parties, a football dinner, and a Halloween roller skate night are noted.

Doris Pritchard Doris

New Books at the Public Library

The library welcomes additions including adult titles by Zane Grey and Grace Hill, classics by Daphne du Maurier and Marjone Rawlings, children’s tales by Carolyn Keene and Inez Irwin, and works by James Wilson, Edna Ferber, Anne Lindbergh, and Booth Tarkington. New fiction spans mystery, romance, and adventure, with picture book items and Disney tie ins.

James Wilson Rachel Field Edna Ferber Bess S. Aldrich Rebecca Daphne and Maurier L. Douglas Maida’s Inez Irwin I Maida’s Miuide Carolyn Keene Carlo Collloda Disney Jane Abbott Carolyn

Potter Coyotes Seek Unbeaten Season With Broadwater Test

The Potter Coyotes aim for a flawless season as they stand seven straight wins after beating Lodge Pole to clinch the Lodge Pole Valley Conference title. A win over Broadwater would preserve an undefeated record, though a loss could still leave them champions. The club eyes no losses or ties overall.

Potter Coyotes Broadwater Potter Lodge Pole Coyotes

Sugar shipments ease as Poitiers sends remaining cars

Twenty three cars of sugar from Poitiers have been shipped by Thursday evening. It is estimated that only two or three more cars will be sent this season.

Poitier

Thanks to Community Friends From Claude C Pritchard

Thank you to the many kind people of this community for the goodness shown during our residency and for their goodwill and friendship We hope times may again be prosperous and happy for you all.

Claude C, Pritchard

Place of Religion in Democracy sermon at Methodist Church

Sunday school at 4 p m and 11 o clock service features a sermon on The Place of Religion in Democracy by Pastor C R Tanner. Epworth League meets at 7 p m. All welcome to attend.

Epworth League

Dix Social Notes Highlight Local Visits and Events

Mrs Howard Gunderson left Sunday morning for Mayo Brothers hospital. Julieta Goding spent a few days with her parents and returned to Marslin school Sunday. Chadron visitors James French Opal Gunderson Opal Peterson Merna Belgum Lois Nelson stayed with relatives. The W D Mathewson family and Dan Heimer visited at the George Jackson home. The Auxiliary hosted a Halloween party for children and youth Tuesday evening. Wilbur Saxon returned to Cheyenne after a month with his parents. Ardis Fernquist spent a night with Mrs Geo Jackson. Mr and Mrs Vingil Stahly and son from Kimball visited Sunday. Roy DeLap went to Cheyenne Monday and enlisted. stationed at Ft Warren.

Juiieta Goding Marslin James French Opal Gunderson Opal Peterson Merna Belgum Lois Nelson Chadron W. D Mathewson Dan Heimer George Jackson Wilbur Saxon Cheyenne Ardis Fernquist Geo. Jackson Vingil Stahly Kimball Sundey Dix Roy DeLap Ft. Warren

Ladies Aid Society to Meet November 8 at Methodist Church

The Ladies Aid Society will gather Wednesday afternoon November 8 with hostesses Mrs. Guy Terman Mrs. Herbert Stevens Mrs. C P Herboldsheimer Mrs. Claude Biggs Mrs. E R Hadley Mrs. Leslie Wickhorst and Mrs. Lee Hagemister Song My Faith Looks Up to Thee Devotions Mrs W T Sloan Roll Call Thanksgiving Thought Bazaar and cafeteria dinner planned by Methodist church ladies for Saturday November 18.

Ladies Aid Society Guy Terman Herbert Stevens C. P. Herboldsheimer Claude Biggs Mirs. E. R. Hadley Leslie Wickhorst Lee Hagemeister W. T. Sloan

Browning and MacAdam Visit Relatives in Denver

Mr. and Mrs. EB Browning and Mrs. Roy L MacAdam motored to Denver Friday to visit relatives over the weekend. They returned Sunday evening.

Eb, B. Browning Roy L. MacAdam Denver

Pleasant View Socials and Visits Chronicle

Pleasant View residents group for social calls and family visits across nearby farms. Aton Steffens and family dined with Joe Ladine. Schuesslers hosted guests Homer Light and Arthur Baack. Miss Carol Mathewson visited Scottsbluff. Mathewsons traveled to Sidney and Gurley sale with other neighbors.

Walter Schubarth Penish Hall Carol Mathewson Scottsbluff Art Schubarth Elmer Art Oberndorfer

Local Social Calls Around Wisner and Scottsbluff

Mrs Leora Reetz and Mrs C C Growell of Wisner Neb visited Fred Prince home Thursday afternoon. Fred Prince and daughter Freda visited Frank Dvorak Jr and family, and Mrs Joe Cizek and children called there. Farmers Day in Kimball drew several families from the community. The Prince family, Freda and guests also visited Ole Brogren and Frank Dvorak Jr households over the weekend with luncheon guestings and multiple calls.

Leora Reetz C. C. Growell Wisner, Neb Fred Prince Frank Dvorak Jr Freda Ole Brogren Kimball

National Education Week Observances Planned

The Potter public schools announce November 5 to 11 as National Education Week with four programs. On Sunday Rev Tanner will give a sermon at M.E. church. Tuesday features Patrons Program at the high school assembly. Thursday presents The Misner Plays and Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew at 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Friday hosts the Armistice Day program with Rev George Morrill as speaker. Patrons Night is Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the high school auditorium to inform and involve the community, meet new teachers, and visit classes. Admission to the play is 25 cents. The event aims to encourage patriotism and support for peace through education.

M.ebchurch Tanner Misner The Potter Public Schools High School Wee Misnr Shaksperian Potter Shakespear American Legion, Auxiliary George Morrill Scottsbluff

Lincoln Journal Ad Promises Low Rates and Carrier Openings

Lincoln Journal promotes mail and carrier subscriptions with low annual and weekly rates. Emphasizes affordability compared to rivals and notes availability of morning evening and Sunday routes, inviting job seekers to apply for carrier positions.

Miss Martha Wrede and Miss Fern Ferguson Visit

Miss Martha Wrede of Scottsbluff visited Saturday and Sunday here with Miss Fern Ferguson. The two were roommates at Chadron.

Martha Wrede Scottsbill Fern Ferguson Miss Wrede Miss Ferguson Chadron

Also Mentioned on This Page

Paul Robertson Tebrinke’s Cafe MR. and Mrs E. C. Tebrinke SEULE Jeanne McMillam Billy Sheets Jimmie Pritchard Charles Sheets Myrene Thies Russia Potter Sittin Fdother Marvin McMillan Kaderli McMillan Kenneth Kaderli Kenneth Schwartz Joe Pritchard Kinderli Potter High School Ralph Anderson Civics Joe Roy Pritchard Texas Roy Stines Cafe Potter High Robert Johnson Potter RE Pritchard J. Schmidt R. Hyde D. Cc Pritchard R. LE McMillan M. Bauer L Michelman R. QB Schwartz K Miler R HB Thurston Cc A Huff J. FB Cox Bruns A. Cc Johnson R Folkerts RE Cox W. Frauandorfer LE Rushman N. Hume D QD Kaderli K. FB Thayer J Hyde J. Kerk J HB Anderson R. LE Oeltjen D Lydiatt J. J Queen A RE Snyder D Pahe D. Sanders L FB Thies Iverson F. Smith Com Thunder Mountain Zane Grey Zane Grey Grace Hill Graeme and Lorimer Fighting Angel Pear Buck Temple Bailey Worth of the Anne Lind Africa Marjone Rawlings Delavan A. J. Cronin Judy Bolton Margaret Sutton Mrs. Popper’s Atwat Ers Penrod Booth Tarkington Heida Grows Up Tritten and Spyris Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz Baum St. Patricks C. R. Tanner Howard Gunderson Mayo Brothers Hospital Herbert Schuessler John Heimer Sextorp Misner Players Lincoln Daily Journal Lincoln Journal Bee-News State Journal Sunday Journal Star Morttime Journal Kansas Adv
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