C W Johnson Dies On 50th Anniversary
C W Johnson dies on his 50th anniversary with a life marked by outdoor activity. A former four term Nebraska state senator from 1924 to 1932 and 1934 lieutenant governor nominee, he resisted medical advice to curb his life. Survivors include wife Ellen five sons Joseph Clarence Potter Leonard Victor Fred two daughters Ceala Dybdahl Lula. Funeral services set for Potter M E church this afternoon at 3 o clock with Rice funeral service in charge.
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Johnson
State Senate
Nebraska
Ellen
Joseph
Clarence
Potter
Leonard
Victor
Kirk
Fred
Denver
Ceala Dybdahl
Greeley
Lula
Potter M. E
Rice Funeral Service
WPA Workers Will Start Work Tuesday
WPA officials announce that workers will begin new projects on Tuesday. The plan includes continued funding rules, stating funds cannot be used for direct relief, and that no WPA employee is required to donate to political parties. Existing approved projects will continue after July 1 without new Washington approval.
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WPA
Washington
Barlow Demurrer Overruled by Court in Legal Practice Ruling
The court asserts power to protect the public from unlicensed attorney activity. It defines practice of law beyond trial work to include drafting petitions for probate, wills, deeds, mortgages, and other instruments, and notes that unauthorized practice can harm rights even without fees.
Harvest Under Way In Sections of State
Harvest prospects across Nebraska favor a strong year with Hastings farmers aiming at 12 to 15 bushels per acre and counties like Kearney Phelps expecting 15 to 20 bushels. Officials report better conditions than several years, though western districts show moisture needs. Winter wheat output is estimated at 41.368 million bushels, five million above last year but 12 million below average.
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Hastings
Kearney
Phelps County
B. S. Keck
Kimball
Platte Valley
Grand Island
Lincoln
Keck
Polk County
Cochran
Tilley
C. W. Nibler
Scotts Bluff
Scottsbluff
Burlington
Nebraska
Herman Schoeder Found Dead In Pool
Authorities say Herman Schoeder stepped into a deeper pool spot and drifted toward a spillway. Drug store employees recalled he bought a stamp around 10 p.m. Thursday as the county attorney discussed the case.
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Herman Schoeder
Schroeder
Schroeder Hirch
Death by own action shocks Sidney prominent citizen
Mrs. Schroeder reported a letter but refused to view it as sufficient evidence pointed to self inflicted death. Sidney, Nebraska, mourns as Schroeder, longtime Union Pacific yard master and former mayor, died after leaving home Thursday night. A German native, he served as city official, Masonic leader, and active lodge member with family surviving in multiple states. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church with Masonic bodies attending.
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Schroeder
Mr. Schroeder
Union Pacific Railroad
Union Pacific Old Timers Club
Union Pacific
Nebraska
Masonic Lodge
Frank Welch Lodge
Germany
America
Sidney
Eastern Star
Methodist Church
J. J. Sheaff
Potter
Lodge Pole
Dalton
Sidney Masons
Sidney Greenwood Cemetery
Masons
Gehrig
Joe Simodynes
Ernest Word
Heaviest Traffic Of Tourists In History
The bureau cooperates with chambers of commerce and civic groups to invite visitors. Nebraska highway maps show mileages, road conditions, scenic points and travel information. Despite severe winter damage, nearly all roads are repaired. Bids for about 1 650 000 dollars of work are set for June 25 and 26, including 11 viaducts and grade separations in Fremont North Platte York Lincoln Alliance and other towns.
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Chambers of Commerce
Nebraska
Tilley
Fremont
North Platte
York
Lincoln
Alliance
July 1 Deadline Set for Summer Fallow and Weed Eradication
A July 1 deadline outlines first summer fallow work and eradication of bad perennial weeds must be completed by that date. Turning under crops for green manure also counts. Land not used for soil conserving practices by July 1 will be deemed soil depleting. Change of owner-operator must occur by July 1 to be eligible for grants on that land.
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Cheyenne County
Washington
Nebraska
Fred Wallace
State Soil Conservation Committee
Wallace
Pageant Ends and 1937 Plans Under Way
The pageant grounds hosted 2,905 autos as the 1936 event concluded. Preparations for the 1937 production will start soon under the Federated Church of Bayard sponsorship. Rev L H Kaub of Lexington, creator and director, leads the effort with substantial local labor and free will offerings supporting the costly venture.
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Federated Church of Bayard
Bayard
L. H. Kaub
Lexington
Extension Of Time In Soil Conservation Program
Nebraska farmers gain extended deadlines for first operations to place land in soil conserving use by July 1 for eligibility. Fred Wallace, state soil conservation chair, says counties gain time to complete initial office work and farmers may have soil depleting land by then, affecting grant qualifications and summer fallowing operations.
At The Theatre Current and Coming Attractions at The
The page previews current showings and upcoming attractions at the local theatre, listing performances, dates, and ticket information for patrons planning visits this season.
Local Notices and Appointments From County Conference
Mrs Reeves is dean of women and they left Wednesday with Evelyn Osborn Charles Nickels Harlan Wallick and Billy Ravert Florence Blome and Clara Ewing went to California Carol Ankeny fills Miss Ewing post office job Anckeny returned Friday from Estes Park H C Blome traveled to Omaha with cattle School board adopted a 12000 budget for insurance and new text books Julene Siweinheider elected to fill vacancy Truxton Routh named principal Directors elected at Dalton cooperative meeting Cornelius Weyerts had tonsils removed Don Mayer Corky Mintken and Allen Stikker visited Omaha Mrs Fred Ratiman hosted Rebekah Kensington at Odd Fellows hall Louis Arndt and son Lyle returned from Hay Springs Mrs Harold Warren underwent major operation Francis Anderson employed by Oliver in Sidney M J Jillson and son Dudley returned from Ipswich S C after mother’s death Juanita Jillson stayed to visit George and Lyle Rabe returned from Wyoming trip Mrs Ed Mues entered local hospital
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Reeves
Evelyn Osborn
Charles Nickels
Harlan Wallick
Billy Ravert
H. C. Blome
Omaha
Julene Siweinheider
Quehner
Truxton Routh
Dalton Cooperative
John Davis
Fred W. Johnston
C. B. Toof
Cornelius Weyerts
M. J. Jillson
Dudley
Ipswich
S. C
Mr. Jillson
Juanita Jillson
George Rabe
Lyle
Wyoming
Yellowstone Park
Greybull
Archie Wheeler
Ed Mues
Girl Hurt In Go Dig Accident. 14 Stitches
A ten year old girl sustained a long cut to her left ear requiring 14 stitches after a go dig ride with her father that the machine passed over Wednesday. Other notes include marriages, moves, visits, and local events in Dalton and nearby areas through late May to July, with community activities and a federal reclamation measure affecting water rights and payments to the government.
House Favors Bridgeport Irrigation Bill Action
The house passed a senate approved bill to relieve the Bridgeport irrigation district on the North Platte river by readjusting its government obligations and revising water allotments. Senator Norris sponsors a measure granting the district a permanent right to use water from the river.
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North Platte
House
White House
Senate
Bridgeport
North Platte River
Norris
Card of thanks for floral offerings and sympathy
Family of Mr Rose expresses deep gratitude to friends and neighbors for floral tributes and heartfelt sympathy in the passing of their husband father brother and uncle. Signed by Bowman John Kenneth Vern Ruth Bill Bowman M M Bowman Mrs J J Lahen Mrs C J Hanson
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Rose
Bowman
John
Kenneth
Vern
Ruth
Bill Bowman
M. M. Bowman
J. J. Lahen
C. J. Hanson
Market Quotations From Wheat to Eggs Price List
Wheat 77, corn 58, oats 20, barley 25, old roosters 6, colored hens 13, leghorn hens 9, leghorn springs 13, heavy Springs 16, buttermilk fat 25, eggs 16.
Dalton Couple Back From Three Weeks East Trip
Mr and Mrs Elmer Martin returned home Sunday after a three weeks journey to the east. They attended the general assembly of the Presbyterian church in Syracuse New York visited Rev Coe parents spent three days in New York City saw Niagara Falls and many other places of interest. An aunt of Mrs Martin accompanied them from Fremont Rev Kenneth Reeves are to be teachers at the Lexington.
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Elmer Martin
East
General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church
Syracuse
N. Y
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C. W. Johnson
Barlow Demurrer
Court
Telegraph
FOX Theatre
Jean Hershalt
Sins of Man
Fox
Hershalt
Florence Blome
Clara Ewing
California
Carol Ankeny
Miss Ewing
Estes Park
Fritz Worth
Ernest Taylor
Gurley
Helen Swanson
Wayne
Meadow Grove
L. W. Cole
Ethel Karns
Ontario
Calif
Freddies, Sr
Sophia
Ruth Sullenbereger
Chadron
Betty Buchanan
Vern Ewing
Ewing
Carl Lessig
Katherine
Jake Butherus
Baby
Faye Chichester
Marguerite
Lucile Thompson
Thompson
Arthur Fecht
Herman Staley
H. A. Fecht
J. L. Erman
Ernest Finn
Library Club
Arnell
W. L. Dirks
Richard Blome
John Heizer
Bleme Ranch
St. Mary's Church
Oldsmobile
Hollywood
The
Beckman Motor CO
Baldwin Parts
Ahlberg
Baldwin
Sidney Parts and Bearing Company
Chevrolet
ST. Louis
Anheuser-Busch
Weiser
Budweser
Budweiser
Aewend
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