The Colfax County Press publishes a weekly column entitled Peeking into the Past, which is comprised of articles taken from earlier Colfax County Press files, written by Helen C. Evans. A special thank you to the Colfax County Press for allowing me to reprint those articles and to Claudia Schuster for transcribing them! The following are selections from that column:
June 2, 1921 - reprinted February 10, 1988While returning to Clarkson from a dance at the B.F. Jaroska farm niie miles north of town, Saturday evening, Emil Pavlis and Paul Havel, young Stanton county farmers, came near losing their lives in a terrible automobile accident. Driving along at a fair rate of speed in a large Nash touring car, the young men endured a race with a party of boys also returning from the dance and as both cars were powerful machines, the drivers experienced no difficulty in increasing the mileage and realizing a terrific velocity. As Messrs. Pavlis and Havel were about to approach the bridge near the Frank Brabec farm, five and a half miles north of Clarkson, they struck the railing of the bridge and landed directly in the creek. The other party with whom the boys were supposed to have been racing after, seeing the car had disappeared, went back, and by raising the over-turned car, rescued Mr. Havel from his perilous situation. Those who witnessed the accident regard it as a miracle that the boys escaped death or much more severe injury and both may consider themselves lucky that they are among the living. The car was badly wrecked and to bring it back into its former state will require an expenditure of several hundred dollars.
A large class will be confined [sic] in faith of the Presbyterian religion at the Zion church, southeast of Clarkson, Sunday forenoon, June 5th. Special services are beingg formulated by the resident pastor, Rev. Havlik, who will be assisted by Rev. Filipi of Clarkson.
SOCIAL DANCE will be given Saturday eve., June 4th at Hein. Music by the Svoboda Orchestra. Refreshments and lunch will be plentiful. Beginning at 7:30 p.m. Good order and good time assured. Everybody invited.
The Clarkson and Howells ball clubs are scheduled for a clash next Sunday afternoon on the Howells plot. Both teams are considered to be fast organizations and promise the fans an interesting game.
Fred F. Belz, who died at France, October 27, 1918, while in service of his country, was buried at Stanton last Monday, the funeral being in charge of Stanton post of the American Legion.
The marriage of Miss Blanche Sixta of this city and James R. Podliska of Howells, took place this week at Omaha. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Frank Sixta of Clarkson, and the groom is a young farmer of the Howells community.
John J. Dudycha announces that the opening picnic at his picnic grounds, four miles south of Clarkson, will be given Sunday, June 12. John adds that he has been successful in obtaining one of the best orchestras west of Chicago and will see to it personally that all who attended his picnic will a good time. Watch for later announcement.
Frank Rozmarin and family were up from Ceresco for an over-Sunday visit with relatives.
Jos. Hula of Blue Rapids, Kansas is here since last week visiting at the J. Novotny home.
June 21 [2?], 1921 - reprinted February 24, 1988A rather unfortunate circumstance for a Japanese gentleman and his intended bride, arose in the county judge’s office Wednesday morning. The couple had come, they said, from Norfolk at which place the Jap is engaged in business. They did not know that the Nebraska law denied the privilege of marriage to those of one-eight or more Japanese, Chinese or Negro blood who wished to wed another of white parentage. Upon being denied the license they signified their intention of seeking a place where no such law stood as a bar and will no doubt go to Sioux City or some other Iowa town. - Madison Star Mail.
Hereafter the city ordinance which prohibits throwing or playing ball in any of the streets or alleys of the town will be strictly enforced. The purpose of the ordinance is to protect the personal safety of people who might be passing sustain serious injury by being struck by an overthrown ball. - Madison Star Mail.
Ed Makovsky and Jos. Zak were at Omaha the forepart of the week attending to matters of business.
Following is a list of local farmers and stockmen for whom we handled their shipments of stock. Each and everyone was satisfied with the price his stock brought. Try us and you will convince yourself: April - James Jirovec and Urban, Hamsa and Luqa V. Novak, John Faltys, Hamsa and Karel, V. Novak (2nd Lot), Petr, Musil and Dudek, George Severa, Frank Brabec. Total 39 cars Farmers Shipping Asso., Peter Zak, Manager, Clarkson, Nebraska.
J.J. Roether, Electrician. Let me wire and furnish your home with electrical fixtures. All my work is done in first class manner at a reasonable price. Also can furnish Willys-Knight Jr. farm lights at $295.00.
Building materials are down to well high pre-war prices. There is no shortage of materials and labor is plentiful, and wages are at an economical level. We can build your home by contract or by day wages--just as you may decide. Plans and estimates cheerfully furnished. Chleboun & Schaffer, General Contractors and Builders.
Andrew Necas, Painting. Auto Painting a Specialty. Specially equipped room where old cars are made new. Give me a chance for your painting job.
[undated] - reprinted March 2, 1988That it was a small tornado played havoc in the Dublin neighborhood, northeast of Schuyler late Thursday afternoon, is no longer doubted for buildings and trees were twisted and fell in different directions.
It was not until late yesterday that detailed report of the storm commenced to come. Farmers who were in the thick of the storm all say that they heard no unusual roaring, but they could not see a thing outside on account of the great deluge of rain that lasted about twenty minutes.
Ten windmills and towers in the Dublin neighborhood were wrecked, some of them beyond repair. At the farm home of Jack Higgins a board was torn from another building and driven through the side of a new barn without splintering any of the board. A tenant house on the farm of Cerrill Mitchell was moved off the foundation and badly damaged. Herman Miller had his garage blown in on top of his car while machinery on the place was damaged. Ed Kroeger suffered severe damage in the loss of cattle sheds, chicken house and barn. Hundreds of trees were blown and twisted off, and miles of fencing lay by the road side.—Fremont TribuneBusiness conditions show a slight improvement. The farmers have been selling a considerable part of their holdings of last year’s crops, and this has made it possible for them to liquidate a part of their indebtedness. This has relieved the tension on the banks. Some of the bankers have been a little panicky over the future, but in the main they are showing admirable spirit under the tension of seeing their deposits going down and their assets, in which a considerable portion of deposits are always being invested, frozen about as hard as ever, which means incapable of being turned into money right away. The fighting spirit is being developed, and this means a lot during tense periods.
The "shimmying dollar" is the latest dance to arouse indignation. "During and since the recent war the dollar has danced so wildly up hill and down that businessmen, housewives, wage earners, statesmen-all are now aroused about the why of it, and how to stop it." It is expected that a "stable money league" will be organized.
Miss Rose Stanek of Omaha, arrived here last week for an extended visit with her sister, Mrs. Jos. F. Dvoracek, of near Leigh.
The annual natal day celebration at the Wilson church will be held next Sunday. Many from here are planning to attend.
J. M. Bukacek spent the greater part of last week in southern Nebraska and parts of Kansas, in the interests of the Buko-Oiler Mfg. Mr. Bukacek stated to us that he did a satisfactory business in their line, although not as large as it would be in normal times.
Jos. R. Molacek of Howells suffered quite a loss to his hog shed last Thursday by windstorm.
Fred Renner, one of the successful farmers of Stanton county, was on the Omaha market last Monday with a carload of well finished cattle of his own raising.
A "peanut" seems to be losing its popularity now-a-days and if the Blue-Sunday advocates have their way about things Nut-Sundaes will be replaced by "Nut-Sundays."
Misses Tillie and Emily Pokorny, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. John Pokorny of Maple Creek precinct, have just closed a successful year in teaching near Leigh and returned to their home last Saturday. Both of these young ladies are graduates of the Howells High School and have been very successful teachers. They possess more than the average amount of ability of school teachers and have pleased the school boards very much where ever they have taught. They are both very energetic and progressive young ladies, just the kind this country needs for teachers.
Miss Agnes Kolar of Clarkson, is the new clerk in the large J. Palik store, having been employed to fill the place vacated last week by Miss Barbara Pinker.
Some men who are a failure try to make themselves appear great in the eyes of the public by assailing successful men and enterprises. No, my friend, that won’t do. It is work and plenty of it and not loafing on the street, that counts.
J.J. Koliha of Dodge was in Howells the latter part of last week, shaking hands with his many Howells friends.
Frank J. and Nick Muller, prominent young farmers of Maple Creek precinct, were on the market last Thursday with a carload of choice fat hogs.
June 2, 1921 - reprinted March 9, 1988FOR SALE: An almost new "Hammond" piano player used only about eight months. Good as new and will sell cheap if sold at once. Tel. J201. Oscar Seibrasse, Leigh, Ne.
Frank Hejtmanek returned from Chicago, Sunday afternoon, after spending a few days with his wife and daughter. The city being Mr. Hejtmanek’s former home. He found his visit most enjoyable and renewed acquaintances with many of his oldtime friends. Mrs. Hejtmanec remained there for an indefinite time with her host of relatives.
Confirmation exercises for a class of 18 pupils will be held at the Presbyterian church Sunday forenoon.
We Will STORE YOUR CAR. See Us About Our Rates. We Will Keep Your Auto UP TO THE MINUTE. All Sorts of ACCESSORIES AND UP TO DATE APPLIANCES on hand. Always Ready to OVERHAUL Your Car at a Moment’s Notice. RING US UP! AMOS LACINA, Clarkson.
Dr. A.J. Hebenstreit. PHYSICIAN & SURGEON. Howells, Neb. Calls attended to promptly day or night. Office and residence in Parr building, west of the Kovar Corner. Telephone 086.
Jos. Orel and Edwin Kriz were up from Howells last Tuesday. Theformer looking after his property at this place occupied by the Svoboda Barber Shop, and Mr. Kriz attending to business in his line.
We wish to announce to the public that we have taken the agency for the celebrated Gootch Baking Co. of Lincoln, and from now on we will be able to supply you daily with fresh bread. Our loaves are larger than ordinarily furnished elsewhere and we guarantee the quality of this bread to be the best obtainable. Come in and get a loaf for your own satisfaction. Fresh daily. A.J. Karel & Sons.
Over at the Henry Hefti home, west of town, they are rejoicing over the arrival of a fine baby girl who made her appearance the forepart of the week and of whose debut we are informed by the family physician, Dr. Knight.
Mr. and Mrs. Jos. M. Mundil of this city enjoyed a brief visit from their son, Fred, and his family, of Linwood, Sunday. They were accompanied by Miss Olga Folda who is making her home with them during the absence of her parerts, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Folda, now on the mid-ocean on the way to Bohemia.
Miss Ida Krofta left this mornirg for a visit with relatives at Howells and from there she will proceed to Fremont and Schuyler on the same mission.
On Tuesday morning, Miss Lillie Pospichal left for St. Louis, Mo., where she will again take treatment for her ailing limb. Previously she spent about six months at the St. Louis institution and the results were so gratifying that the parents deemed it advisable to leave the child there for a longer period. Her sister, Miss Anna, accompanied her as far as Omaha.
Coming to Clarkson, UNITED DOCTORS’ Specialist. Will be at the Noh Hotel, Friday, June 17, 1921. One Day Only. Hours 10 A.M. to 8 P.M. Remarkable Success of these Talented Physicians in the Treatment of Chronic Diseases. Examination and Consultation Free.
Present lines of new Buick Six-Cylinder models will be carried thru the 1922 season. Beginning June 1st the new series and prices will be as follow, f.o.b. factories. Flint, Michigan. Model 22-44, Three Passenger Roadster, $1495; Model 22-47, Five Passenger Sedan, $2435; Model 22-50, Seven Passenger Sedan, $2635. Buick Motor Company, Pioneer Builders of Valve-in-Head Motor Cars. Local Dealer-Richtig Brothers, Clarkson, Neb.
Movie Show at Heun, Sunday eve., June 12th. Constance Binney in "39-East." Also a Comedy in 2 reels: "Twin Crooks."
While Anton Vrba was taking his team from the field Wednesday morning because of an approaching storm, lightning struck and killed both horses, a team valued at about $400. Mr. Vrba lay on the ground for some time before he returned to consciousness, but appeared to have fully recovered during the afternoon. The Sun.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ryan of Schuyler are rejoicing over the arrival of a baby girl, born to them Tuesday. The little Miss tips the beam at but five pounds.
June 9, 1921 - reprinted January 20, 1988Dr. Bilon, Eye Specialist, will be at Clarkson, Monday, June 13; Leigh, Tuesday, June 14; Howells, Wednesday, June 15. Office at drug store at each place. One day only.
Prazak Motor Co. report the sale of a new Ford touring car to Thos. Tichacek of the Dodge territory.
Wheat..$1.35; Oats...26c; Corn..37c; Hogs...$7.10; Butter..12c; Eggs..15c.
On Saturday of the previous week, Theodore Urbanek, Evan Jonas, Rudolph Rosicky and L. J. Tomes were at Howells, taking the mail carriers examination. The successful candidate will be appointed to fill the vacancy on RFD No. 3. branching out of this place and caused by the resignation of James Zacek, who has returned to farming.
The city dads convened at their regular meeting last evening at which time they were confronted with the proposition of electing a new officer to fill the requirements of a marshal, nightwatch and street commissioner. The board advertised for bids and received only two proposals, one being Philip Svoboda and the other Jos. Schultz. After due consideration of the matter and deliberation, the board hired the services of Mr. Svoboda, who is to take the office over on July 1st from Julius Wacha, who asked to be relieved. Mr. Svoboda will draw a salary of $100 per month.
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS for Postmaster, Government Clerk, Railway Mail. Men and women. 18 to 65. For free particulars, write J. C. Leopard (Former Civil Service Examiner) 144 Equitable Bldg., Washinon, D.C.
The business men of Plattsmouth believe in their town and are proud of its enterprises. Firms and individuals, big and little, are paying for display space in the local papers to advertise to the world that Plattsmouth is a good place to live and that it has the essential industries, Public utilities, school and church facilities that are prime requisites in selecting a new location. It is reported that a hotel keeper was so thoroughly convinced by the advertisements of his neighbors that he has given up the idea of selling his property and moving elsewhere. Can we not do the same in Clarkson with the same flourishing results?
June 9, 1921 - reprinted January 27, 1988A farmer at Iowa City, Ia., shipped carload of hay to St. Louis. He got $82.61. The freight and other charges totalled $92.13.
A pair of men’s shoes weighs three pounds and is priced at $10.50. A cowhide weighs fifty-five pounds and the price today is 7 cents. A farmer hauls hides to town and offers to trade them to the storekeeper for shoes. If the storekeeper takes him up on the present prices, the farmer finds that he is not strong enough to carry across the street from his wagon enough hides to pay for the shoes.
The farmer of Nebraska has been selling his corn at from 30 to 35 cents per bushel. It costs 35 cents to ship a bushel of corn by rail from the cornfields of his state to the processing mills in New York. According to the most conservative figures obtained the corn costs the farmer at least 93 cents a bushel to produce. These figures have just been issued by the Nebraska Farm Federation. (Other typical stories, heard on all hands during the present agrarian movement, and issued in the same statement follow:)
An apple grower in West Virginia took a two-hour ride to Washington, D.C., to transact some business. On the street he gave a quarter for an apple and got back 13 cents change. Completely nonpulsed, the farmer marched back to the box to see where the apples were raised and found his own name on it. He had been paid $3.50 for the box of 120 apples and they were being sold at the rate of $14.40 a box.
A farmer had a small band of sheep and the best he had been offered for his wool was 20 cents a pound. He went to a tailor shop in Washington to buy a suit and an overcoat. The tailor asked $115 for the suit and would allow enough discount on the overcoat to furnish the outfit for $300. In the suit and overcoat not over 20 lbs. of virgin wool were used. At 20 cents a pound this would amount to $4. But in order to pay for the suit and overcoat the farmer would have to sell 30,000 pounds of apples at the prevailing price of 1 cent a pound. This would make a carload.What a nickle will buy at Karel’s. Whole Jap Rice, per lb., Magic Washer Ldry Soap, N.J.C. Yeast, per pkg., Wash Powder, per package, and Polar White Ldry Soap, per bar. Every day values - Values every day. We guarantee your satisfaction or Money Back! Karel & Sons. Phone 66, Clarkson. Nebraska.
Opera House, Sunday, June 5th, May McAvoy and Bruce Gordon in "The House of the Tolling Bell." A Blackton Production. Do you thirk that Ghost walk? Come, see and have a few good laughs on top. Bob and Bill, "Catching the Coon." Good Comedy.
Mr. and Mrs. T. P. O'Brien of Bartlett, Kansas and Mr. and Mrs. R. F. O'Brien, also of Kansas, are here this week visiting at the home of their son and brother, A. J. O’Brien.
Mrs. Joe T. Votava and daughter returned Saturday to their home in Omaha, after spending several days at the Dusatko home.
Miss Lillie Suchy, who is employed at Omaha, arrived here last week for a visit at home. She will return to Omaha tomorrow morning.
The residents of the Platte Valley region had considerable sport for a few days following the heavy rainfall last week. In a number of low places the river went over the banks, making numerous lakes in the fields and stocking them with monster catfish and other varities of fish. Emil E. Wolf came over from Morse Bluffs, Sunday, bringing along a large mess with which he has supplied his relatives. Some of the fish brought to Clarkson weighed as high as twenty five pounds.
Miss Olga Chada arrived here from Omaha, Saturday, for a vist with relatives and friends. She intends to spend her three-week vacation in these presents and, with her parents near Schuyler.
J. L. Stransky and Richard Karel, two local anglers, left Tuesday by automobile for Burwell, from where in company of Frank L. Lhotak they will leave fora week’s fishing excursion.
Wheat - $1.20; Oats - 28c; Rye - $1.10: Corn - 38c; Hogs (Omaha price) - $7.75; Butter - 12c; Eggs - 14c.
June 9, 1921 – reprinted February 3, 1988Farmers State Bank, Clarkson, Nebraska. CAPITAL & SURPLUS $50,000.00. A checking account gives a systemic record of all business transactions. We are prepared to serve the people in an acceptable way in all lines of banking. WE PAY FIVE PER CENT ON TIME DEPOSITS. J.D. Wolf, President; Adolph Dudek, Cashier; E.E. Dudek, Ass’t Cash. Jos. A. Indra, Ass’t Cash.
William H. Roether, who resigned as clerk of Colfax county district court, to go to Filer, Idaho, where he had an irrigated farm writes Schuyler friends that he has put the farm on the market and if he sells that he may return to Colfax county. His friends at the courthouse say that they would not be surprised to have him back here in time to file for one of the county offices next spring. Roether was a very popular official and enjoyed a wide circle of friends in the northern part of the county before he was elected to office.
What has become of the North Bend stork? One of our local physicians recently received such a query, if not just in those words, from the state board of health. Physicians are required to report all births to the state board. So few have been received from North Bend in recent months that the board began to sit up and take notice. The local physician this questioned made reply that the fact that few reports were being sent in from this community was not due to any negligence on the part of local physicians but rather to the fact that the stork had been loafing on the job. North Bend Eagle
On Thursday evening of last week the young people of Praha and Heun gave a birthday party in honor of their friend Lambert Radhauz. The occasion also served as a farewell party as Lambert intends to leave on the 6th of this month for Grand Island to attend a business college. The celebrant was overtaken with surprise and escorted to the Heun hall where the auspicious event was held. Dancing formed the principle pastime of the evening after which a tempting midnight supper was served. The merry throng dispersed at a late hour, wishing Mr. Radhauz many happy returns of the day.
John Oborny and family came down from Bison, Kansas, the latter part of last week for a visit with Colfax County relatives. They made the trip by automobile and covered the distance between Bison and Clarkson in less than sixteen hours which is considered a record run. Mr. Oborny is a former Colfax county resident, having lived in Midland precinct before moving to Kansas.
June 9, 1921 - reprinted February 10, 1988Joseph Brichacek is sporting around in a new Ford Coupe of which he acquired ownership last week.
Adolph Fajman and family of Clarkson, were Sunday visitors at the Joseph Hamsa home.
Jos. Srb, Jr., of Clarkson, was in Howells, Tuesday, and from here he went to his farm in Cuming county to make some repairs on the place.
The Fred Blum home is under quarantine this week, their little son, Leo, is having the small pox. We understand there are a number of cases in town and steps should be taken to prevent further spreading of the disease.
For Sale--at a bargain, a seccnd hand Ford touring car, Model 1920, and in good condition. Mestl Bros., Howells, Neb.
Many Howells people were in Clarkson, Monday, attending the Memorial day exercises.
Nielson Motor Co. reports the sale of a Scripps-Booth car to Mrs. Herman Dirkschneider of near Oleyan.
June 16, 1921 - reprinted March 16, 1988Jos. G. Noh took his departure yesterday for St. Paul, Minn., to take a six weeks course at the citizen’s military training headquarters.
Albin Misek left for a recreational trip to the Black Hills where he intends to remain for a few days. He is being substituted at the Nye Schneider office by Frank Basta and Jos. J. Karnik of Howells.
Jos. R. Vitek, A. J. Karel, Ad. Bukacek, Phil Roether, Albert Svoboda, Anton Bartak, Petr Zak, Rudolph Hamsa, Frank Janousek and son were at Schuyler this week meeting with the board of equalization and filing protests against excessive taxation.
Adolf Jonas makes regular trips to Omaha, every two weeks where be is receiving medical treatment.
Word was received here on the death of George Severa, Sr., who for many years made his home in the Heun vicinity. Death was due to heart trouble and infirmities attendant to old age.
Last week our Humphrey friends came down in a strong aggregation to fill an engagement which was long looked forth to by many of the Clarkson people. The concert as well as oratorical numbers were effective and eminently filled the bill. The plays were snappy farcial selections and contained plenty of witty material and wholesome comedy.
The large concourse of friends of Prof. R. V. Prokop and Miss Esther Wolf were overjoyed to learn of their marriage. The bridal pair departed for Schuyler in the presence of Rev. B. A. Filipi, before whom they plighted their troth at the Presbyterian church of that city. They were scorted on the joyous mission to the county seat by the bride’s parerts, sister, grandparents, aunt and cousin, who were the only ones from here to witness the blissful rite. Upon completion of the simple but solemn services, the newly wed couple departed for Wilber, from where they will return in a few days before taking an extended trip, through the picturesque western country. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Wolf, and is a winsome young lady. The bridegroom until recently held the position of superintendent of the local schools which place he efficiently filled for two years. The place of their permanent home is kept as a private matter and depends on their return from the west.
A grand ball will be given at the Mrazak hall at Wilson with music by the Jirovec Orchestra.
We were made a pleasant visit by our old friend, A.B. Fiala, who only a few days ago arrived from Chicago where he completed his course in one of the seminaries of that city. He will remain here for a visit for an indefinite time and then plans to make a trip to Europe.
A group of progressive young ladies has taken to heart the task of establishing a public library in Clarkson. The movement is in charge of the lately organized "Sunshine Club", created especially for this purpose. It is something we have sorely missed in Clarkson and we are certain that the people at the head of the enterprise will meet with unalloyed success. Books and other reading material are now being collected and as soon as a suitable place is found for the library the local people will be able to borrow reading material. Miss Emma Maliha or Miss Martha Hobza are the ladies to contact if you have any donations of books or magazines.
With nature in full bloom and adorned in her loveliest colors, amidst the song of birds and under smiling skies, young men and young womenn pledge their vows at marriage altars in harmony with all about them and in the most popular month of the year - June.
The marriage of Miss Lillie E. Suchy, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Filip Suchy, to Mr. Jos. Kuzelka of Beemer occured at West Point. The judge of Cuming county spoke the words which united the young couple in the presence of their attendants, Miss Elva Folda of Boulder, CO., a life-long friend of the bride and Anton Kuzelka, brother of the bridegroom. Following expressions of felicitations, all partook of the wedding dinner at the bridegrooms parents. The bridal pair spent a brief honeymoon with relatives of the bride at Omaha.
The bride is one of Clarkson's best young ladies, liberally educated in our public school and a state normal, and no less schooled in the arts of excellent housekeeping. For several years she also taught in the local and country schools. Her chosen mate is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Kuzelka of Beemer. From the brief acquaintence we had with the young man while employed in our city, we found him to be a splendid character and manly traits. He is associated with his father in the meat market at Beemer, where he and his fair bride will establish their home.It is now a decided matter that Clarkson will observe Independence Day. Arrangements are underway for a glorious 4th of July celebration and indications are that it will be one of the largest celebrations and patriotic affairs attempted here.
June 16, 1921 – reprinted March 23, 1988Lawrence Raabe and Clarence Belz were driving home last evening on the Stanton-Norfolk road when their lights suddenly went out. They were then attempting to get home without lights when they hit the cement bridge about two miles west of Stanton.
The impact threw Clarence Belz thru the windshield, severely lacerating his face and hands. His knees were also badly bruised by the dash on the car. It was necessary to call a surgeon to dress his wounds. Lawrence Raabe escaped with a few minor bumps and bruises. The car was not badly damaged.
The Chairman and Board Trustees have prepared the following estimate of the probable amount of money necessary for all purposes to be expended in the Village of Clarkson for the next fiscal year. For salaries, $6,000; Electric light plant and supplies, $6,000; Fuel, $11,000; Interest and payment of bonds, $3,000; Streets and alleys, $1,500; Probable attorney fees, $100; and general purposes, $2,500.
Vincent Urban, of southeast of town came to Leigh to purchase a new set of cultivator shovels. He had left two cultivators in the field at his farm for a couple of days and when he went to cultivate again he found the shovels had been taken from one of the machines. Evidently some one needed a set of shovels pretty badly.
Frank Lee of Leigh has laid off his star as village marshal and Norman Fowler has been appointed to take his place.
A quiet wedding was solemnized at the parsonage of Rev. Koolee in Leigh, where that gentleman united the lives of Miss Lillian Glandt and Walter Hahn. Roy and Hazel Hahn were the attending witnesses.
Miss Lillian Metzer and Fritz Claussen went to Columbus where they were united in marriage. They were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Will Naber and Wm. Claussen, father of the bridegroom, who were the attending witnesses.
L.J. Evert of the Howells Motor Co. reports the sale of a second-hand Buick to P.J. Thiem.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Herman Mestl of Howells, a bouncing boy. Dr. Meyers reports all is fine.
Last week about thirteen of Howells young ladies sprang a pleasant surprise on Miss Clara Novak when they showered her at the home of her parents. The young ladies presented Miss Novak with twenty-three surprise boxes, all of which contained utensils necessary in the household. The evening was whiled away at various entertainments after which all indulged in an appetizing luncheon. An enjoyable feature of the evening was that all of the young ladies came attired as small school girls with braided hair and ribbons galore.
It is reported to us that the Chas. Misek home, ten miles south of Howells, has been place under quarantine for small pox. Stazie, their sixteen-year old daughter being the victim of the dreaded disease. Dr. Meyers is attending the patient.
Wm. Grosserhode, one of the prominent Cuming county farmers marketed a carload of fat cattle last week.
Jake Sorrick of Howells has been under the weather for some time, but is showing splendid improvement under Dr. Myers care.
William and Lumir Novak, who are students at the state university at Lincoln, were in Howells attending the wedding of their sister.
J.L. Stransky lists a complete line of kodak cameras, as well as all photographic supplies.
Geo. W. Heun of Howells is riding around in a new Ford Sedan which he purchased last week.
James Hajek reports the sale of a piano player to Ben Haas and a piano to Vencil Havrda.
Quite a number of local fans accompanied the Howells baseball team to Pilger where the boys defeated the team of that place by a score of 11 to 2. It was a fast snappy game.
The remains of Joseph F. Severyn, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Severyn of Schuyler, arrived here from France for interment in the Schuyler cemetery. Mr. Severyn passed away at the hospital of Saone, France after an illness of only a couple of hours due to pulmonary edema.
The officers of the Howells Milling Co., Fritz, J. Busch and John Wagner, have placed an order for a 100-horse power oil engine to be used in connection with the operation of their large and successful mill. They do not intend to take out their old steam engine but will keep it as a reserve in case the other engine should get out of working order.
Dr. Meyers was called to Clarkson to attend to Jos. Karnik, the seven-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. J. Karnik, who suffered a fracture of his right arm while playing at the J.R. Dudycha home where he is visiting.
Rud. Dopita, the popular Howells barber, has been experimenting some very painful trouble with one of his eyes and decided to go to Omaha and consult a specialist. He remained there for a week’s treatment.
June 16, 1921 - reprinted August 26, 1987Mrs. Mary Folda and her daughters, Elva and Arline, and son, Lawrence arrived here from Boulder, CO. They have occupied the E. Folda home and intended to remain here for the summer. The trip was made by car and although floods had been threatning, they made the journey without any greater difficulty.
Albin Misek left Wednesday for a recreational trip to the Black Hills where he intends to remain for a few days. He is being substituted at the Nye Schneider office by Frank Bos and Jos. J. Karnik of Howells.
Jos. G. Noh took his departure yesterday for St. Paul, Minn. to take a six weeks course at the citizens’ military training headquarters.
Jos.R. Vitek, A. J. Karel, Ad. Bukacek, Phil Roether, Albert Svoboda, Anton Bartak, Petr Zak, Rudolph Hamsa, Frank Janousek and son wore at Schuyler this week meeting the board of equalization and filing protests against excessive taxation. The first three named went down in the interests of the ZCBJ opera house which was outrageously taxed.
The large concourse of friends of Prof. R. V. Prokop and Miss Esther Wolf were overjoyed to learn of their marriage which occurred on early Tuesday morning. The bridal pair departed for Schuyler in the presence of Rev. B.A. Filipi, before whom they plighted their troth at the Presbyterian church of that city. They were also escorted on the joyous mission to the county seat by the bride’s parents, sister, grandparents, aunt and cousins who were the only ones from here to witness the blissful event. Upon completion of the simple but solemn services, the newly wedded couple departed for Wilber. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Wolf, and is a winsome young lady. The bridegroom is the son of Jos. Prokop of Wilber and is a very intelligent young man.
Plans are under way for a glorious 4th of July celebration at Clarkson and indications are that it will be one of the largest patriotic affairs attempted here.
The Justin-Romain Stock Co will open for a week’s stand at Clarkson. This will be the company's first visit to this town but is well known from former visits to neighboring towns. This season they are presenting only the latest plays and carry high class vaudeville features.
George Severa, Sr., who for many years made his home on a farm in the Heun vicinity died last week. Death was due to heart trouble and infirmities attendant to old age, the deceased having reached the age of 81. Surviving children are George and James Severa of Stanton County. Mesdames John Cada, Blaz. Wacha, Frank R. Rychtig, Frank Noha, Jos. Zelenda, John Steinberger, Jim Fajman, Ed. Vrzak and Louis Hamsa, all of whom reside in Colfax County.
We were made a pleasant visit by our old friend, A.B Fiala, who only a few days ago arrived from Chicago where he completed his course in one of the [s]eminaries of that city. Mr. Fiala will leave within a few days for a vacation in California and other states. He expects to remain there for an indefinite time and has made plans to visit Europe where he will study the conditions now existing there and take a short course at the University of Prague. If the country suits his liking, he will locate there and follow his missionary work.
Former Howells boy Frank Sindelar, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank K. Sindelar, discovers fortune in Canada. From cashier in a local grain firm to prospector for gold in the Canadian wilds and holder of a claim in a newly discovered region is the story of this young man. He felt the call and left for Canada arriving just in time to be on the "ground floor" of a gold strike in new placer fields in the Cadotte river valley. In addition to gold, his claim is supposed to be valuable oil land, and it is really the oil, not the gold, that is drawing the crowds to the Peave River Crossing.
A group of progressive young ladies has taken to heart the task of establishing a public library in Clarkson. The movement is in charge of the lately organized "Sunshine Club" created especially for this purpose. Its something we have sorely missed and are certain that the people at the head of the enterprise will meet with unalloyed success. Books and other reading material are not [now?] being collected and as soon as a sufficient amount of literature will be solicited a suitable place will be provided for the library. Miss Emma Maliha, or the president, Miss Martha Hobza are the ladies to contact if you have any reading material to donate. The club is planning to put on a carnival in the near future, the benefit to go towards the library.
Pete Zak, manager of the Farmers Shipping association reports the following stock shipments since our last issue: Chris Gross, car of cattle; Jos. Belohrad, car of cattle; James Jirovec and Cinfel, car of cattle; James Klimes, car of hogs; John Bohaboj,car and a half of hogs; Henry Hefti, car of cattle; Balzer and Kraus, car of cattle; Jos. W. Konicek, half car of hogs; and Joseph and Jake Kabes, car of cattle.
Adolf Jonas makes regular trips to Omaha, every two weeks where he is receiving medical treatment.
Prof. R.B. Hohn and wife arrived here last week from Oakdale, and now are comfortably locating themselves in the living quarters above the Press Office.
June 16, 1921 – reprinted April 6, 1988A very beautiful and elaborate June wedding took place at St. John’s Catholic church when Miss Clara Novak and L.J. Kubista were united in holy wedlock. The wedding ceremony was carried out by Father Drbal. Their attendants were Miss Kubista, a sister of the bridegroom and Wm. Novak, a brother of the bride. At the conclusion of the church services, the bridal party repaired to the home of the bride’s parents where a delicious wedding repast was enjoyed. The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Novak, pioneer residents of the Howells community. She was born and raised in our midst to beautiful womanhood. Her education she acquired in our public school after which she devoted much time to the study of music and has taught music to a considerable extent. She also conducted large classes in music at Clarkson and Dodge. The groom is a model young man of splendid character and enjoys a reputation of which he has reason to be proud of. He spent the greater part of his life at the photographic business having also owned a studio at Clarkson several years ago. He has retired from this occupation and is now in the poultry raising business near Weston.
Frank Brown of Schuyler lost his Oldsmobile touring car by fire. When motoring along the highway near the William Sigler farm, he noticed smoke merging from the foot-boards and he hastily made an investigation to ascertain the cause. Fire was blazing in the rear of the motor. Mr. Brown threw sand and dirt into the flames, but without avail, and in a few seconds the whole car was a mass of ruins.
Jerry Sindelar of Howells has announced to the general public that he is prepared to do all work in the mason and bricklaying line. Also make cisterns and dig wells and caves.
G.A. Koza, Clarkson postmaster announced that all rural mail boxes must have names of owners on them before July, 1921. It has been found that the majority of the boxes are without names, which is contrary to the Postal Laws and Regulation of the Post Office Department. Mail boxes should be erected so that mail can be easily collected and delivered without leaving his conveyance.
Misses Bessie Novotny and Louise Jirovec were at Howells, assisting with special musical selections at the Novak-Kubista wedding.
Jos. Tomes of Omaha was down from his home spending a few days with relatives. He drove down a Cadillac touring car, which was purchased in that city by the Jirovec orchestra.
Vladislava Odvarka and his friend, a. Cerny arrived here from Omaha, via motor route for a few days visit. The former is visiting with his brother and the latter is paying a visit at the Noh and Kopietz homes.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wolf were at Lesterville, S.D. for a few days the latter part of last week, where they were called on account of the serious illness of their daughter, Mrs. Julius Zastera.
Josie, the eight-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gloser, suffered the fracture of her left arm, the result of a fall while playing with her friends at the Janecek home.
John Poledna, one of the players on the Clarkson team, broke his middle finger on the left hand while taking part in a ball game on the local grounds.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Schultz were at Schuyler attending the funeral of Mrs. Schultz’s grandfather, the late Geo. Severa Sr. of whose passing we make mention elsewhere.
A.J. Karel & Sons grocery store wish to announce to the public that they have taken the agency for the celebrated Gooch Baking Co. of Lincoln and from now on will be able to supply you daily with fresh bread.
Friends of the Vosacek family, former residents of Clarkson, will be pleased to learn of the marriage of Miss Helen Vosacek to Frank Chudomelka of Dodge. The marriage took place this week. While a resident here Mr. Vosacek ran a saloon here and is now in the automobile business at Dodge.
Frankie Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. F.J. Miller of this city is one of the happiest youngsters in town. Last week his father presented him with a fine Shetland pony and “Buster” and his little friends are enjoying the time of their life.
Father Bata is attending a retreat of the Catholic priests, held forth at Omaha all this week. Two hundred fifty-five wrote on the 8th grade examination in Colfax county in 1921.
Orin Mitchell of Rogers, while going thru Ft. Morgan, CO. on his way to the mountains had a narrow escape from drowning. While fishing on the Trewitt Lake, he and his son of about 12 years old, were walking out on a cement part of the intake of the lake when Mr. Mitchell became over-balanced and fell into the lake. Being heavily dressed with an overcoat and rubber boots, he had great difficulty in keeping on top of the water. His son seeing his father’s danger rushed over to the fence and tore a long board from it, which he shoved to his father. The drowning man grasped it and after some difficulty was pulled ashore. His water soaked boots and clothes pulled him down and only his son’s speedy effort saved him.
June 23, 1921 – reprinted April 13, 1988Mrs. Frank Nemec sprang a surprise on her circle of friends by motoring to Fremont where she was united in marriage to Jos. H. Muckendorfer of near Dodge. The ceremony had been performed by the county judge and was witnessed by Mr. and Mrs. Emil Fendrych. The bride is a respectable young woman of this city who is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Jonas and the groom is a resident of Dodge County and has always followed the vocation of a farmer with the exception of a brief period after the death of his first wife.
Clarkson will be the only town in the county to celebrate the July 4th holiday. Amusements and various kinds of sports have been provided for, good music will be plentiful throughout the entire day of which goes to make the day one of remembrance for all years to come.
Whereas arrangements are being made to have a Liberty float in the 4th of July parade, all girls ranging in age from six to twelve are requested to call on Miss Anna Jirovec for enrollment.
The anniversary of the local Catholic Church befalls on July 5th, and is yearly commemorated with impressive services.
Postmaster G.A. Koza and Philip Roether spent a few days this week in the country soliciting patrons for a new rural mail route to be established soon from the Clarkson post office. We are informed that the proposed route is to serve farmers living northwest of town and will cover a mileage of approximately 25 miles. The farmers living in that part of the county are deprived of the advantages extended by the rural free delivery of mail and concerted effort is now being put forth to establish the new route. There are at present five mail routes branching out of the Clarkson Office with the addition of the new one will be brought to six.
A suit was filed with clerk of the district court by Attorney Otto Zacek representing Simon Slama of Howells, who is suing the Village Board of Trustees and the Village of Howells. The cause for action is a misunderstanding over a ditch running through Mr. Slama’s property and into which a large amount of water after heavy rains is drained. It appears from the petition that the plaintiff requested the Village Trustees to try to remedy the trouble, which the board refused to do for various reasons. The ditch has been there for some years but of recent years has been made larger and larger until now it is about five feet deep and from six to ten feet wide, running within only a few feet of his residence and makes conditions both unsanitary and dangerous to the plaintiff’s property.
While in the task of trying out his new Ford on the maiden trip, Frank Chleboun met with misfortune. Leaving town he headed his car westward and as he was approaching the hill leading to the cemetery he ran off the grade and upset. The accident resulted in a considerable loss to Frank as he broke the windshield, top and fender. He himself, however, escaped with a minor gash on his knee, which is not considered very serious in spite of the fact that the wound had to be brought together with several stitches.
The F.J. Miller and Clyde Karel families were at Schuyler attending the wedding of their relative Jos. Pojar of Madison and Miss Gladys Moore of Schuyler. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Moore and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Pojar of Enola.
Wolf and Vitek of Clarkson have the Knotter that never misses a tie. The Automatic Binder Knotter automatically adjusts itself to any size or diameter of twine. With undersize or oversize, or uneven twine, it makes a perfect knot even with double or triple strands.
Two automobiles, one driven by Mrs. Ed Ryan and the other by Dr. I.C. Smith of Stockton,Ill., met in a head –on collision at the Elmer Gless corner, six miles east of Schuyler both cars were badly damaged and the occupants of the Ford driven by Mrs. Ryan, her three children, bruised considerably and one child cut about the face, though not seriously injured.
After the birth of triplets, Mrs. Ira Lyman of Wakefield, NE., mother of eighteen living children, died at her home. The three babies weighed twenty pounds. They are living and reported getting along nicely. Six of the children are under five years of age. There is also a pair of twins in the family.
Mrs. Charles C. Dworak had her auto damaged when it was hit by a freight car that was being switched in the Union Pacific yards. Mrs. Dworak was about to cross the tracks near the mill and heard the signal bells and so stopped her auto. A man near by motioned for her to proceed across so she attempted to make the crossing. When the auto was on the track she killed the engine and the self-starter refused to respond. Seeing that the auto would be hit, she tried to push it off the track but did not have sufficient strength to do so.
W.F. Kluck, one of the well-known residents of Shell Creek precinct and who conducts a blacksmith shop and well digging establishment is suffering from the effects of metal and rust which struck him in the left eye, while sharpening cultivator shovels.
June 23, 1921 – reprinted April 20, 1988Jos. Holoubek and family of Howells were at Clarkson from where they brought home their little daughter, Adela, who has been visiting relatives.
A.C. Fajman of Clarkson and Joseph Hamsa of Howells, and their families motored to Nickerson where they spent the following day camping and fishing at Schulz’s lake.
Joseph Pakes, now in the automobile business in Petersburg, was in Howells visiting under the parental roof of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pakes.
Howells Motor Co. made a sale of a secondhand Buick car to Louis Luxa.
L.J. Evert of the Howells Motor Co., reports the sale of a Ford touring car to Mike Bodeck of Madison.
An item that Dr. Hebenstreit failed to report last week was the arrival of a fine boy at the Chas. Cerny home, south of Howells.
Mrs. J.A. Drahota and her daughter, Marie, planned a surprise on little Wilma, by inviting about twenty of her friends last week to help celebrate her birthday. Many interesting games were played after which dainty refreshments were served and the little tots proceeded to their homes happy and wishing that some one would have a birthday everyday.
Mr. and Mrs. A.H. Mestl and son, Randolph are at Omaha this week. They went down to consult a specialist and have the boy’s tonsils removed.
Emil Matejka, head mechanic at the Auto Hospital at Howells, motored to Lincoln the latter part of the week.
Miss Bessie Lacina of Clarkson, has been engaged to teach at the Praha school the coming term.
Leonard Nechvatal of Schuyler, is spending part of his school vacation at the John Radhaus home.
Lawrence Folda, who arrived recently at Clarkson from Boulder, Colorado, visited at the Vaclav Jonas home for several days last week.
Frank J. Vrba, for many years owner of the leading meat market in our neighboring little city of Dodge, but of recent years farming the E.E. Brodecky farm east of Howells, has concluded to retire from farming this fall, having accepted a position in the meat department of Fiser and Co., a place which has been temporarily filled by a Mr. Mueller of Scribner. Mr. Vrba with his vast experience as a meat market man and with his reputation as a hustler he will make a valuable addition to the working of this store and Mr. Fiser certainly can consider himself fortunate that he was able to get so efficient a butcher.
There are not very many places where one family ships as much finished cattle and hogs to the market as are the Renners, north of Howells. They have already shipped several carloads this year and last week Harry was on the market with another car of fine fat cattle.
Jos. Stracek, who has been in Omaha some time ago receiving treatments at the hands of a medical specialist, returned to that city last week where he went to have the treatments continued. His host of friends will be pleased to know that these treatments have been very beneficial to him and within a very short time he will have regained his former good health.
Louis J. Evert, the popular owner of the Howells Motor Co., reports the sale of a fine seven-passenger Buick Sedan to Dr. Myers. This is one of the finest cars manufactured by this reliable motor concern and, no doubt, will be of great enjoyment to the doctor and his family.
Frank Stehno surprised his numerous friends here last week when he stepped off the passenger train in company of an attractive young lady whom he introduced as his wife. Frank had been making his home near Atwood, Kansas during the past and only recently has joined the order of “benedicts.” They are visiting at the home of the gentleman’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stehno.
Mr. and Mrs. E.E. Kolash and son, Maurice, of Howells went to Omaha to consult Dr. Gifford about the young man’s eyes which have been causing him trouble lately.
Frank Svoboda, Jr., son of F. Svoboda, a former Howells citizen, but now a banker at Abie is here visiting with relatives. The young man intends to remain here for the entire summer.
The home of Mr. Henry Busch and his daughter, Lena, was the scene of a happy gathering for Mr. Busch’s 73rd birthday. Those present were his seven sons, and daughter, Mrs. Rudolph Shanle and their families. William, who is a patient at Omaha hospital and Mrs. Frank Sommer of Illinois were the only two unable to attend. A pleasant social time was enjoyed by all in attendance. The guests, sixty-two in all, departed for their homes at a late hour, wishing Mr. Busch many years of good health, happiness and contentment.
June 23, 1921 – reprinted April 27, 1988Last week the Howells population was pleasantly surprised by about fifty prominent businessmen of Fremont, who swooped down upon Howells in about fifteen cars in the interest of boosting Fremont’s business enterprises. A trip of this kind is beneficial to both towns as it gives the merchants an opportunity to get acquainted better and the result without exception nearly always is that more business is being done between the country town merchant and the wholesale dealer.
Pre-harvest red hot specials at James Palik grocery in Howells the past week were: sugar, 100 pound sack at $6.75; Pressed Block Salt, per block, $0.50; Salt in Sacks, per 100 lots $0.95; Express Overalls, stripe a splendid bargain at $1.00 per pair and Very Best Overalls, 220 weight, an extra big snap at $1.25 per pair, also work shirts, $0.75 each.
A wolf hunt was pulled off about five miles southeast of Leigh and one animal was the reward of the roundup. Another wolf, was seen just after the crowd had dispersed, but managed to get away. Frank Eller was the marksman who shot the lone critter.
Prazak Motor Co. of Clarkson has announced that Mr. Edsel B. Ford, President of the Ford Motor Company gave out the following reduction price list, which is to take effect immediately. Touring Car, $415.00; Runabout, $370.00; Coupe, $695.00; Sedan, $760.00; Chassis, $345.00; Truck Chassis, $494.00 and tractor, $625.00
Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Tomes and children motored over to Hooper where they spent the day at the home of Mrs. Tomes’ aunt, Mrs. Schaeffer.
Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Hamsa and son, William, and Miss Alice Stoklasa were in Lincoln where they spent the day visiting with Miss Helen Hamsa who is attending the university.
Prof. and Mrs. R.B. Hohn left for Seward where they will spend their summer vacation. Mr. Hohn does not expect to spend the time leisurely, but will be busily engaged in assisting with harvest work at this mother’s large farm and during threshing time will have charge of the steam engine.
James Zoubek was up from Stanton several times this week, attending to personal affairs. James is now cashier of the Stanton National Bank.
Nye Schneider Fowler Co. has a force of men here installing a new wagon scale on the east side of the office building and making other noticeable improvements about the yards.
Earl Chleboun went to Dodge where he secured employment at the Robert Chudomelka farm.
Mr. and Mrs. Anton Teply, residing northeast of Clarkson greeted a newly born baby girl.
The young friends of Jos. O. Engel, a former Clarkson boy, will undoubtedly be pleased to learn of the progress he has made along educational lines. Last week he graduated with a class of five from the Holy Family School of Lindsay with a very reputable record.
The Bohemian confirmation class held their exercises on June 12th with 18 members in the class. Those consisted of Emily Nebola, Francis Faiman, Anna Bourek, Jaromila Musil, Libbie Koudelka, Emily Seda, Lilly Cerny, Elsie Suchy, Archie Schultz, Harold Chelboun, Elmer Cinfel, Lawrence Cinfel, Ladislav Cinfel, Edward Loukota, Willie Faiman, Joe Bukacek, Joe Novotny, Esther Makovsky. On account of sickness, Edward Loukoto was unable to be with his class on this day.
June 30, 1921 - reprinted May 4, 1988Dr. Knight has been kept rather busy the last few days answering calls. This time it happened that his cases were mostly of the kind that bring joy and happiness into the home, the doctor having supplied several families in this community with fine healthy babies. Mrs. John F. Pimper presented her husband with a bouncing baby boy and on the following day Chas. Bartak’s welcomed a fine little girl into their home. The next Monday the happiness spread onto Mr. and Mrs. John F. Musil, where they greeted a little boy.
A two-day wrestling contest will take place at Clarkson between Stanley Buresh of this city and Frank Mack of Ravenna and Chas. Vais of near Heun. Buresh is claiming to be a professional wrestler, having trained with Joe Stecher for many months. Winner takes a $50 side bet and all door receipts.
Friends of Miss Anna Horak, who taught in the Clarkson high school the past term, are in receipt of the glad news announcing her marriage to Claude B. Lewis of Sioux City.
H.L Nye, who served in the office of county agent since the resignation of A. B. Fiala three years ago, has handed in his resignation. Mr. Nye accepted a similar job in Holt County and will leave for that part of the state by August 1.
Work pertaining to the Clarkson library, undertaken by the Sunshine Club of this city, has progressed so successfully that the doors of the library will open to the public next Saturday afternoon. The library has been placed into the city hall and will be opened to the public from three to five o’clock before regular hours can be established.
The meeting given at the Houfek schoolhouse under the direction of Mrs. Jos. Blecha, turned out to be a successful affair. The purpose of the meeting was to give instruction in extension work, principally in the art of making dress forms. Because of the large volume of work connected with this type of presentation in dress form making. Mrs. Anton Dusatko and Miss Emma Maliha have been selected to assist the leader, Mrs. Louis Kabes.
Edward Dworak, one of Colfax County’s oldest citizens died of complications resulting from an operation. He came to the country in 1869 and for years engaged in cattle raising and ranching.
The Big "7" Threshing Company composed of farmers north of Clarkson, has decided to sell their threshing outfit and will dispose of the same at public sale. It will be held at the Frank Kacin farm, northwest of Clarkson.
Albin Misek, the obliging manager of the Nye Schneider Fowler station at Clarkson, returned home yesterday from a two-weeks outing in the Black Hills. He reports having had a good time and adds that he felt fine and cool while the thermometer here was registering at 100 and above.
The mortal remains of Frank Vavra, Sr., who died at his farm home in Midland were laid to peaceful rest in the Heun cemetery. The deceased was affiliated with the old timers of Midland precinct since the early 80’s, having arrived here with his family from Bohemia in 1881. Death came to him after many years of intense suffering from cancer in spite of which he attained the age of 85 years. He wife preceded him to the better Kingdom in 1919.
Bohumil Beran received the sad tidings this week from Bohemia, informing him of the death of his father who attained the age of 73 years and is survived by his wife and four children.
June 30, 1921 - republished May 11, 1988Mr. and Mrs. Frank Basta were pleasantly surprised at their farm home by their children and a host of friends who arrived to help celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary.
Three more immigrants have been added this week to the large Bohemian settlement surrounding Clarkson, they being Jos. Zdened and Mrs. Jos. Karasek and son, Emil. Mrs. Karasek had her husband here for many years before she was able to make the journey
An elaborate wedding reception was held at the Filip Suchy home in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Kuzelka, who were married two weeks ago.
The officers of school district 53, Colfax County will sell at auction sale on the school premises, known as the Petr school, one school building, 18 x 28, some school furniture and other articles.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hanel of Schuyler, last week received notification from the immigration officials at Ellis Island and New York, that their daughter, Miss Mary; who landed there would not be permitted to become a citizen of the country because of the present immigration restrictions in force. She is being held there pending the execution of a bond for $500 guaranteeing that she would respect the law, and prepare for a return to her home in Bohemia by Sept. 1st. Because of the new restrictions limiting the number now admitted to the United States, Miss Mary, less than 20 years of age, cannot become a citizen of this country. She was unaware of this condition when she sailed from her native land. Her parents have been residents of the country for perhaps sixteen years. She was left with relatives in Bohemia, the parents expecting to send for her many years ago, but the matter was neglected. Now, she will be permitted to make a visit only.
Frank Valish, the 16-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Valish, north of Schuyler met with a severe and serious accident last week. While assisting his father in clearing away brush in the orchard, the ax, which he was using, glanced, the blade penetrating the leg just above the knee, causing a dangerous wound.
Having no immediate use for the old school building in District 53, which is now being replaced with a modern school structure, the directors decided to dispose of the same at public auction. The sale will be held Saturday afternoon, July 2, on the school premises, three and a half miles southeast of Clarkson. For further details look for the ad in this issue.
Rev. B.A. Filipi, pastor of the New Zion church at Clarkson, will preach in the Bohemian language next Sunday evening in the Schuyler Presbyterian Church. He will continue making these trips to Schuyler regularly every second Sunday thereafter.
Mrs. J.W. Kavan and children left Saturday morning for a week’s visit with relatives at Crete.
Frank Vidlak and a party of Howells friends and relatives attended a church celebration at Abie yesterday.
Last Sunday an elaborate wedding reception was held at the Filip Suchy home in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Kuzelka, who were married two weeks ago. The event was only attended by the intimate relatives of the young people.
Miss Loretta Miller spend several days last week with relatives at Humphrey and Lindsay.
Joe Pickhinke of Howells, one of the heavy land owner of Stanton county and extensive cattle and hog feeder, was on the Omaha market with a carload of fat cattle last Thursday.
Walter Wragge of Howells, Harold Quesner and his sister, Miss Irma and Miss Alta Palik motored to Creston last Wednesday where they spent a few hours picnicking and enjoying that town’s popular swimming pool.
Jake Bayer of Howells, who has been farming for several years near Loretto, stepped off the passenger train last Saturday for an over-Sunday visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Christian Bayer, Sr. Jake was returning from Omaha where he accompanied a shipment of fat live stock.
James A. Drahota, a hustling real estate man of Howells and extensive landowner has sold to Theodore Knust the old Geo. Bogner farm of 160 acres and has taken over from Mr. Knust eighty acres of land which Mr. Knust owned near the Theo. Glodowski place. Besides this Mr. Knust pays Mr. Drahota $19,250.00 cash. This is the first farm that changed hands for quite a while and gives Mr. Knust a good farm.
June 30, 1921 - reprinted May 18, 1988Frank Hejtmanek spent a few days at Omaha the forepart of the week, going down on Sunday and returning Tuesday. His wife is expected to be home from Chicago in the course of a few days. Mr. and Mrs. Hejtmanek will continue to make Clarkson their home and to that end have rented the James Zacek dwelling in the west part of town.
Frank Vacin and son, Joe, returned home yesterday afternoon from an extended stay in Oklahoma, attending to personal affairs. They report a heavy rainfall in that section of the country.
John L. Janda had the misfortune of losing his stallion this week. The animal took sick with the colic and was unable to survive the attack. It was an imported Belgian horse and his death means a heavy loss to his owner.
Mrs. H.M. May of Dunlap, Ia., who was visiting at the home of her daughter, Mrs.Walter Hahn, received word yesterday of the death of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Henry Heun, residing at Sterling, Ill. She left this morning for Sterling to attend the funeral.
Frank Zastera, who until recently has been attending a business college at Lincoln, departed on Monday of this week for Sacramento, California, where he expects to locate for an indefinite period. His brother, Adolph and wife are also making their home at Sacramento, where they purchased a new residence last week.
Our modern residence is for sale. One of the best locations in town. Terms reasonable. Inquire of Irwin Nye or George Pugh, Stanton, Nebr. E.P. & Foster Gamble.
Saleslady experienced in dry goods and ready-to-wear. Lafsky & Gershun, Schuyler, Neb.
Chas. Kutin arrived here yesterday from his home at Traer, Iowa, for a few days visit with his brother, Edward. Charles tells us that he is well satisfied with his present home and intends to return there after the 4th. He still is sticking to his mason trade and says that he finds work plentiful.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Prokop of Leigh, Wednesday morning.
Our old friend, Jas. J. Walla of near Clarkson, was in Stanton, Tuesday, on school business, he being director of District No. 40. While in town he could not resist the temptation to drop in and shake hands with us for which we are duly thankful. James is a real hustler and a mighty fine citizen; it was a pleasant visit that we had.
We note by the Colfax County Press that Clarkson is planning for a big Fourth of July celebration. The people of Clarkson always do things well once it is undertaken so Clarkson will have a rousing Fourth of July this year. – Stanton Register.
Mid-Summer Sale. $1.75 Voiles, silk mixtures…$1.25; $0.65 Checkered Tissues…$0.42; Boys’ Blue Shirts…$0.58; Men’s Heavy Overalls…..$1.35; Men’s Felt Hats at 20% Discount. Chelboun Bros., Clarkson.
Fisk Tubes & Tires, all Sizes Carried in Stock. The new Headlight law requires that your car is equipped with a standard type of license by the state. We have in stock the Macbeth, Liberty, Violet Ray, Osgood, Warner-Patterson, all Standard Lens, meet every requirement of the law and every demand of safe night driving. Sizes for all cars. Fajman Motor Co., Clarkson.
If at any time you are in need of new well, cave, cistern, cesspool, trenches for waterworks or anything else in this line of work, give me a chance to do the work for you. My work is guaranteed and my charges are reasonable. All jobs given careful attention. Leave word at the Jos. Slama Emporium. Frank Uhlir, Clarkson, Neb.
Period Extended on Maximum Payment Limitation Provisions for 1989 Crops.
The period for public comment on proposed rules defining a "person" for payment limitation purposes and for determining whether foreign persons will be eligible to receive certain program payments has been extended to May 23, said Milton Hertz, administrator of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service.
"Requests have been made to extend the comment period because of the complexity of the proposed rules," Hertz said. "It is in the best interest of all to extend the comment period."
Details of the proposal appeared in the April 6, Federal Register.
Comments must be received by May 23. Send them to : Director Cotton, Grains and Rice Price Support Division, ASCS-USDA, P.O. Box 2415, Washington D.C. 20013. The comments will be available for public inspection during normal business hours in Room 3641-S of USDA’s South Building, 14 th St. and Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington D.C.