May 6, 1920 - reprinted June 6, 1984Anton Rychtig, Ed Makovaky and Jerry Kovar returned from Detroit, Mich., from where they drove back three Dodge cars for Rychtig Bros.
Although the trip was made without too much difficulty, they struck some very bad roads in many places along the route.
The journey was made in company with several other dealers from this community.Mrs. Anna Cinfel, a pioneer resident of Colfax County, died after a lingering illness of several weeks. She was born in Bohemia Jan. 8, 1843, where she spent her maidenhood days. After arriving in this country with her husband, who preceded her to the kingdom above many years ago, the family homesteaded in the southeastern part of Adams precinct where they resided for four decades.
The last few years, Mrs. Cinfel made her home in Clarkson with her daughter, Louise.
She is survived by 11 children all of whom reside in this community with the exception of one son. Their names are as follows: Anton of Rice Lake, Wisc., Joseph, Frank, Edward, and Emil, residing northwest of town, Adolph of Clarkson, Mrs. W. F. Hobel of Leigh, Mrs. Louis Faltys, Mrs. A. C. Fajman, Mr. [sic] John Musil and Miss Louise of Clarkson.Lightning caused a heavy loss to James Sedlacek, residing north of Leigh, when the bolt struck a large barn on his farm. The structure burned to the ground. Mr. Sedlacek also suffered the loss of three fine work horses, his entire supply of hay and several sets of harness and a quantity of feed.
John Bartak was suddenly taken ill with severe pains and after calling Dr. Lowery of Leigh, the ailment was diagnosed as a case of appendicitis.
Upon recommendation of the attending physician a specialist was called from Omaha, who operated on John yesterday afternoon.Dr. Dermody of Omaha and Dr. Knight performed an operation on Miss Libbie Rozmarin Tuesday, afternoon, the young lady having been troubled with the inflamation of the appendix.
Last week, James Krofta took his little daughter, Lillian to the Nicholas Senn hospital, where she underwent an appendectomy.
Mrs. Gustav Fayman and her mother-in-law, Mrs. Albin Faiman, were in Omaha Saturday and Sunday, visiting with Gustav Fayman at the Nicholas Senn hospital.
Podany & Son closed a deal with Frank Parr and several other Stanton county parties to whom they sold thefr entire stock of hardware and furnishings.
In the transaction Podany & sons purchased 400 acres of land owned by Mr. Parr. The land is located four miles northwest of town. The tract has been known as the Harris land for many years was leased by Frank Fisher.Found: A rubberized gray cravenette on the road south of town. Owner may receive at the Press Office and pay for advertising charges.
Mrs. Thomas Nadrchal, Jr., passed away at her farm home 7 miles north of Howells, after a brief illness. She was ill with influenza and died at the age of about 33 years.
At the time of Mrs. Nadrchal's death, her husband was suffering from lung fever and is unable to leave the bed. His condition is reported to be very serious.
Besides her husband she is survived by three children, ranging from age 12 years to six months.
There are also the following five brothers and three sisters who survive: Emil, John, Joseph, Edward and William Holoubek, and Mesdames John Malasek and James Hanel of near Leigh, and Mrs. Charles Nadrchal of Clarkson.
The funeral was held from the family home, 7 miles northwest of Howells and the remains will be laid to rest in the Bohemian-Slovanic cemetery, adjoining Clarkson.George Humlicek left this morning for a 2 Or 3 week sojourn to Chicago. George had been slightly under the weather and he hopes to recuperate during his visit to the city. After his return he will again enter upon his employment at the First National Bank at Leigh.
Miss Bessie Novotny was a passenger to Lincoln this morning.
Prazak Motor Co., received a carload of Fords this week and will be ready for delivery to their customers as soon as they are assembled.
Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Oborny returned from Omaha, where Mr. Oborny had been confined to a hospital for several weeks.
Louis Roether, carrier on mail route 5, is enjoying a 15-day layoff, and his patrons are being served by his substitute, Theodore Urbanek. The constituents of this route are requested to be lenient in case of errors made by the new carrier.
Louis Hanel came over from Lynch to spend a few days with his mother and other folks. He returned Tuesday in the company of Rupert Svoboda who will follow the carpenter trade this summer with Hanel Bros., contractors and builders.
Howard Hrabek was in Scribner this afternoon forming his acquaintance with his nephew, who arrived this morning at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Krajicek.
Mrs. Jos. R. Krofta went to Omaha to bring back her daughter, Ida, who has sufficiently recovered from her recent operation to be able to leave the hospital.
ABOUT May 6, 1920 - reprinted June 13, 1984 [Date of original article was inadvertently omitted from the newspaper]There will be a big dance at the Opera House, Friday evening, May 7. Music to satisfy the young and old, will be furnished by the Jirovec Orchestra. Good order will be maintained and refreshments will be served throughout the evening. Everybody, young or old, married or single are cordially invited.
Tillie C. Janecek, teacher of Dist. 47 (south of Clarkson) told The Press that there would be a school program in her school which will consist of reading drills, recitations, etc., and a 5c social. An admission of 5c will be charged.
Mrs. Jos. Sebek is confined to one of the hospitals in Fremont. She underwent a serious surgery last week.
The Glodowski-Mueiler case which has been threshed out several times in the justice and district court came to an end last week when the jury decided in favor of the plaintiff. Glodowski sued Mueller for damages on his car which he alleges was run into by Mueller’s car and asked for damages to the extent of over $700.
The jury awarded him the sum of $72.00 for all damages sustained, because one of the principal points the jury held against Mr. Glodowski was that the car was driven by a minor.Rev. Bata was a passenger to Fremont early this morning, where he attended a convention.
Albert Svik and his family arrived here this week from Omaha with the intention of locating here permanently. They are already settled in the residence they formerly owned before leaving Clarkson a year ago.
A very large crowd of young people from here attended the Bohemian play at Heun last Sunday. There was also a dance following. A royal time was reported.
Dr. Knight reports the birth of a dandy little boy at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Bourek, north of town.
Otto Sobeslavsky was up from Columbus visiting home folks for a few days.
Frank W. Viktorin took his little daughter to consult a specialist regarding her health. Rev. B. A. Filipi accompanied them to the city.
The Clarkson high school seniors will present their class play “Safety First” at the Opera House, April 30. Cast of characters include: Albin Hubenka, Emil Kudrna, Louis Boubin, William Hamsa, Rudolf Tomes, Libbie Houfek, Olga Faltys, Olga Novotny, Esther Wolf and Esther Novotny.
Jack Montgomery, Jerry Arnold, Mr. McNutt, Elmer Flannel, Abou Ben Mocha, Mabel Montgomery, Virginia Bridger, Mrs. Barrington-Bridger, Zuleika and Mary Ann O’Finnerty.
Admission is 50c and 20c, with tax included. Music will be furnished by the Jirovec orcherstra.Jos. Adam, who made his home in this vicinity for some time, is making arrangements to return to his homeland, Bohemia.
Farmers coming in from the north and central part of Stanton county report heavy rain damage done to the bridges spanning the Elkhorn caused by the recent floods they experienced in that part of the country.
Mail carriers delivering mail south of the river are unable to serve their patrons on account of being unable to cross the river. We are told by some of our readers that they failed to receive their mail for over two weeks. Most of the farmers south of the Elkhorn river in Stanton county do their trading in Clarkson.The Chicago & Northwestern road is detouring through trains since Monday over the Scribner-Albion branch on account of the flooding of the Elkhorn and Southfork rivers that have completely tied up the main line between Norfolk apd Oakdale.
It is said that 14 inches of moisture has fallen in the Elkhorn valley during the past 6 weeks and that the streams are not able to handle all the water and the surplus water is flooding the lowlands of Norfolk, Stanton and West Point.
Many families had to be rescued from their homes and farmers are suffering a great loss of stock.Clarkson markets: Wheat $2.45, Oats 94c, Rye $1.70, Corn $1.48, Eggs 37c and Butter 35c.
This morning, Jos. Sebek and wife took the passenger to Fremont to consult a specialist regarding the latter’s impaired health.
Richtig Bros. reported the sale of a dandy new Paige car to Fred Lerch of Howells.
May 6, 1920 - reprinted June 20, 1984The farmers in this area are putting every available moment to get field crops in. The wet spring has delayed all field work and we are told that a few farmers sowed some oats in this week. There is very little plowing done for corn planting.
Dodge county assessor John O’Conner published a list of diamond owners that have turned in their diamonds. They range all the way from $50 to $1500. He said that some of the assessments were very good and some were very bad. He also said the assessors are not diamond experts and they expect the taxpayers to pay an honest tax. He also said that he may have to publish the names of diamond owners that have failed to turn them in unless they come forward and make the proper correction.
Many cases of Smallpox have bees reported is Dodge county.
Rules Regarding Newspaper Subscriptions
The following is a ruling of the Supreme Court of the United States:
If the subscriber orders the disconinuous of the periodicals, the publishers may continue to send them until arrearages are paid.
If subsribers neglect or refUse to take their papers from the post office to which they were directed they are responsible until after they have ordered their paper stopped.
If subscriber moves to another place without informing the publishers and the papers are sent to the former address, subscribers are held responsible.
The courts have decided that refusing to take papers from the post office or mail boxes or removing and having them uncalled for is prima evidence of Fraud.
If subscribers pay in advance, they are bound to a notice at the end of the time if they do not wish to continue taking it, otherwise the publisher is authorized to send it and the subscriber is responsible until an express notice with payment of all arrearage is sent to the publisher.
Subscribers who do not give express notice to the contrary are considered wishing to renew their subscription.
The latest postal laws are such that a newspaper publisher can arrest anyone for fraud who takes a paper and refuses to pay for it. Under the law, the man allows his subscription to run along for some time unpaid and then orders it discontinued or orders the postmaster to mark it “Refused” and have a postal card sent notifying the publisher, leaves himself liable to arrest and fine, the same as a thief.Wesley Moore and his family of Clarkson spent a few days in Howells visiting friends and relatives.
Miss Alta Palik, who was spending the winter in San Diego, Calif., reached her home Sunday night. While in the golden state, she also visited in Los Angeles and on her homeward voyage, stopped off with friends in Idaho.
The Rev. A. Folta offiated at the beautiful wedding at the Tabor church of Miss Anna Hajek and Frank Kilma. After the church ceremony, the wedding party drove to the home of the bride’s parents, where an elegant dinner awaited them. The afternoon and evening was devoted to dancing and other merritime.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hajek and the groom is an industrious young farmer of near Clarkson.Mr. and Mrs. John Polodna of Howells spent all day Monday in Clarkson.
Anton H. Mestl and F. C. Hrabak of Howells mode an auto trip to Boone county to oversee their real estate holdings in that vicinity.
The following Howells high school athletes plan to attend the track meet in Wayne next week: William F. Novak, coach; Randolph Mestl, Rupert Fiala, Ernest Prucha, Walter Wragge, Lumir Pokorny, Leonard Purcha, Frank Pakes and Adolph Cech.
Mrs. J. H. Wragge of Howells took the early morning passenger to Snyder, where she spent the day with friends.
Mestl Bros. sold a new touring car to Jos. Hamsa.
May 6, 1920 - reprinted June 27, 1984A large crowd turned out to witness the program given by a Bohemian raveling troupe.
Jos. A. Rozmarin of Humphrey spent Wednesday in Clarkson, coming down to see his sister, who was operated on.
Mrs. V. J. Chleboun and Rev. B. A. Filipi escorted a large delegation of sunday school pupils and several teachers to the county convention held at Howells.
Last week we forgot to mention that Frank J. Miller went to Chicago and Hammond Ind., to visit the piano factories and also to place a large order for the instruments.
When he returned home, he immediately stopped at The Colfax County Press office to inform us that he has placed an order for 36 very fine pianos, which orders will be filled within a few days, shortly after delivery.Emil Petr and Jos. E. Janata returned home from Schuyler, where they served on the jury. Also serving in that capacity were Anton J. Vlach, James Hamsa and August Mudrow.
Paul Janecek, who had been in the employ of Frank Ferenc during the past few months, returned to his home in Norfolk. His place will be taken up by E. Ferenc, who resigned from his employment in Howells.
James Zacek, mail carrier on route 3, invested in city property and became the owner of the house and 3 lots belonging to Jos. Gloser. The property is located in the extreme west part of town. The price paid for the property was $3500.
Mr. Gloser purchased the property last fall from Mrs. Anna Kubik as an investment and although he realized a substantial profit, Mr. Zacek can be assured that he has a satisfactory buy.
The Ryan Co., had suits for men, young or old, priced from $3.75 to $27.50. Most of the suits on one rack will sell for $10.00. Sizes range from 33 to 37.Odvatka Bros. had a half-page ad, listing city and town property for sale. Numerous farms in Kimball county and other western sections were offered for sale at very reasonable prices. Some land in the local vicinity, ranging from 80 acres to half sections are now being offered for as low as $185 per acre. Several are marked at the $200 mark and others higher.
Ryan Co. has announced that they have just received 2,000 pounds of Ryco coffee which they will sell at a real bargain.
Gus Hahn has sold his real estate and insurance business at Leigh to Brock & Mohr. Illness has forced Mr. Hahn to sell out.
“The New Record” reached The Leigh World this week. It is the first paper just launched at Blackburn, Missouri, by LeRoy Overstreet, a Leigh boy.
Aaron Henry and Frank Vlach just returned from Flint, Mich., where they went in the company of two men from Dodge and three from Howells, to drive back some new Buick cars. They found rain and mud all the way and had to abandon their cars at Fremont and take the passenger home.
While enroute to Michigan, they encountered tornadoes, dust winds and rain. They crossed the line into Canada and were once more permitted to taste the forbidden juice.The pumps are bringing gravel from the underlying staras of the Sumpyion-Smith lands, just south of Schuyler. Some of the gravel is too large to use for road surfacing and will be utilized as filling up the high school yard.
The gravel was found to be in a vein at last 20 feet deep.Messrs. Sumption and Smith at Schuyler will leave a large part of their gravel pit for a pool with a good bathing beach, while a large part at the excavation will be at least or over 20 feet.
They are also arranging to have some ornamental trees planted and the area should provide a beautiful park, for fishing and bathing.
In close proximity to the city of Schuyler, forming a resort such as this will be greatly appreciated by the people in this area.Dr. L. A. Proskovec this week purchased the Hiram Anderson bungalow in Schuyler for the consideration of $4,250.
Marriage licenses were issued this week to Frank Klima, 30, Stanton county and Anna Hajek, 28, Howells; Gerriet Scanclon, 25, Schuyler and Anna Casey, 20, Schuyler.
The committee in charge of erecting a monument in memory of the boys from Colfax County who participated in the World War, have made a selection of granite-Rockvill, Minn., granite. The monument will be 20 feet, 6 inches in height, the base will be 14 feet, and the statue 6 feet, 6 inches. The monument will be erected in Schuyler.
The slogan at The Colfax County Press: “Get to work is the slogan. The question used to be, how many hours of work are good for a man. Now its a question of how many hours of idleness are detrimental."
Nat Trueblood, a former well-known retired. [sic] home in Rogers after a seige of the grip. Mr.Trueblood had been farming for many years in Colfax County, north of Schuyler and just recently retired
May 13, 1920 - reprinted July 4, 1984The usual closing formalities in the way of graduation exercises given by the Class of 1920 will take place in the Opera House Wednesday evening, May 19.
The class roll constitutes the following graduates: Louis Boubin, Olga Faltys, William Hamsa, Libbie Houfek, Albin Hubenka, Blanche Humlicek, Marie Koci, Emil Kudrna, Nathan Moore, Esther Novotny, Olga Novotny, Lambert Radhaus, Rudolph Rosicky, John Swoboda, Rudolf Tomes, Esther Wolf, Gerald Zak and Joseph Zak.John J. Novotny, one of the early settlers of Adams Precinct, residing southeast of Clarkson, purchased the former Anna Cernin residence property, which was now owned by the Odvarka Bros. Mr. and Mrs. Novotny have decided to quit farming and will move to town in a very few days.
Anton Cerv, former resident of this place and for the past few years, section foreman at Lindsay, was transferred to a like position in Gregory, S.D., where he and his family are now located.
Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Hampl received a telegraphic message from La Grange, Wyo., dispatching the lamentous tidings that Mr. [sic] Rosenburg, Sr., passed this life at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Cooper, with whom she had made her home.
Mrs. Rosenburg is a grandmother of our young friend, John Rosenburg.Mr. and Mrs. Clemmons Alger of Winner, S.D., were visitors at the P. J. Hajek home on Sunday and Monday. They made the trip here by motor, going to Howells from here and thence to Pilger. Mrs. Alger is the former Pauline Hajek; of whose marriage to Mr. Alger we have an account two weeks ago.
J. J. Strandky, the local druggest, informs us that the Class of 1920 purchased a dandy Universal talking machine through his agency for use in the high school. The class has made a very good selection and one that will ever be used by younger pupils.
After being in the employ of the Kopac Bros. at Columbus for several years, Otto Sobeslavsky resigned his position and entered the employment as salesman for the Fayman Motor Company of this place.
An item we overlooked last week was that mentioning the arrival of Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Branstetter of Omaha at the Jos. Dvoracek home, northwest of here. Mrs. Branstetter is a sister of Mrs. Dvoracek. They expect to spend all summer here.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:The party that borrowed a small road scrape from my premises without my knowledge is hereby notified to bring the same back immediately. It is the county property and the party taking same will be dealth with severly if the implement is not given up without delay, James Brdicko, Clarkson.
Karel & Sons had a special announcement ad, stating the beginning May 17 and continuing until May 22, they will give away FREE, Hippo Washing Powder (full size package) with each initial order of the below mentioned soaps: Magic Washer White, Laundry Soap made of pure vegetable oils, works in cold water, makes a fine lather, does not hurt the hands or fabrics, suitable for toilet and bath purposes.
Big “4” White Naptha, a large bar of pure white laundry soap, made from selected vegetable oils and containtng a liberal amount of Naptha, that dissolves dirt without rubbing or boiling the clothes.Adolph Fiala was County Judge and had the notice of administration of the estate of Anton Novak, deceased published, Attorney was George W. Wertz.
W. J. Moore, Clarkson, had piece goods and patterns on sale. They also paid highest prices for produce.
Anna Langhurst of Dodge and Lawrence Renner, who resides in the southern part of this county, were married at 8 a.m. in the Catholic parsonage. The bride is not known in this immediate community. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Renner, prosperous farmers of this vicinity, and the newly wedded pair will make their home on a farm two miles north of Stanton.
Marriage licenses were issued to Garriett E. Scanlan 25 of Schuyler and Anna T. Casey 20, also of Schuyler; James Charvat, Colfax county 26 and Lizzie Rose, Howells, 18; Roscoe G. Grouse, 29 Schuyler and Grace V. Manaman, Schuyler 28; H. Doernemann, Cuming County 27 and B. Winieski, Cuming County 19; and Peter Hogendorn, 28 of Leigh and Mary Kasik, 26, Leigh.
May 20, 1920 - reprinted July 11, 1984Dr. Kavan reports the birth of husky boys at the homes of Anton Kyncl, Jr., north of town, and John Faltys of near Heun. The Frank Hrdy household in town greeted a baby last week.
The Evening Star Camp, No. 3684, of the Royal Neighbors of America extend their heartfelt sympathy to Neighbors Emma Faiman and Mary Faltys in their hour of grief and sorruw. Oracle was Sylvia Sobeslavsky, V. Oracle Anna Jirovec, P. Oracle Julia Lukl,Chancellor Mary Filipi and Receiver Philom. Pimper.
We have received the news that Jos. F. Vitek has his address changed from Winner to Gregory, S. D., where he expects to locate permanently. His first step was to purchase a fine residence in Gregory. Heretofore Joe had been assistant landlord in the Winner hotel, but has changed to the flattering position offered him by the Gregory National Bank.
Quite a large delegation of Howells citizens were seen here last Saturday in attenance at the sad rites of Mrs. Thomas Nadrchal, Jr., who died at her home northwest of Howells.
Work on the new homes of Edward Hobza, Oscar Hahn and Frank Prazak now in the course of construction is progressing very rapidly. Mr. Hahn’s house is now receiving the first coat of plaster and it is expected that the structure will be ready for occupancy by the end of the month.
Miss Anna Jirovec is convalescing from a light attack of scarlet fever after being laid up most of the month. Her school work is being looked after by Miss Libbie Tomes.
The baseball club has leased a tract of land next to the Jonas Park which will be converted into a baseball campus. As soon as the weather clears up, the plot will be put into shape and before long America’s greatest sport will be inaugurated on the grounds.
The boys are also planning on putting in a large concrete bridge across the Maple creek which will be an important improvement.
When all these items are completed, Clarkson will have one of the most modern summer resorts in this part of the state and will be known as an ideal outing place.Joseph Klimes, accompanied by his uncle, James Klimes, left for Excelsior Springs, Mo., where the former will take treatments for his rheumatic condition.
The rest of the world does not seem to have anything on our second neighboring town of Dodge. First it was famous through Jos. Stecher’s peerless career and now Adolph Schlosser,the Dodge jeweler, united it with the world through the operation of his wireless outfit. Last Sunday's Omaha Bee made the following comment on Mr. Schlosser’s establishing of the station:
“Time flies.”
This means nothing to two Nebraska jewelers and whether it be new time or old time, “God’s time or Wilson’s time,” as the observatory calculations are flashed across the country, they set their chronometers.
Tickings of the lowly telegraph instrument are not dependent upon by these wide-awake men. High powered wireless stations have been installed to catch the daily flashes given out from Annapolis, Md., at 11 a. m., and San Diego, Calif., at 2 p.m.
Ed B. Fanske of Pierce and A. Schlosser of Dodge are leaders in their profession in this state to give their customers the advantage of the most nearly correct time obtainable each lay. Crowds throng their respective places of business each day to learn if their watches have deviated.Clarkson Markets: Wheat $2.78, oats $1.04, rye $1.74, corn $1.72, butter 37c, eggs 33c, hogs $13.25.
The Farmers Union Coop Supply Company had the following ad: We desire to have all outstanding “Atlas” and “AshGrove” brand cement sacks returned by June 1st, after which date we will make no allowance for them upon their return. Please attend to this matter at once.
The Emil E. Dudek family took possession of their new home this week, having moved in Monday. It is one of our best residences and adds to the beauty of our residential section.
Gus Fajman returned to his home after having an operation for appendicitis. He feels greatly relieved and hopes to be able to return to his work in a short tine.
Ralph Podany is rallying from the effects of an operation for appendicitis to which he submitted last Saturday. The ordeal was performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Vaclav Podany in the west part of town by a specialist from Omaha and Dr. Kavan.
Albin Vraspir and John Bures were in Omaha the latter part of the week, returning home with a brand new Nash car for Fajman Motor Company garage.
Jos. Brdicko went to Omaha to consult an eye specialist.
John Lacina was at Fremont with his daughter, Bessie, making a call on one of the eye specialists of that city.
Emil Konicek came down from Madison county on a business mission here. Later he made a trip to Omaha to purchase some feeder cattle for his farm.
Jos. Makovsky left Tuesday with a party of drivers from Columbus for Detroit, Mich., to drive back several Dodge cars for Kopac Bros.
The Vacin family spent Sunday and Monday at Abie, where they were called by the sudden death of Mrs. Vacin’s father, Jos. Malovec, who was one of the early settlers of Butler county.
May 20, 1920 - reprinted July 18, 1984The Elkhorn river which has been rampant and wild for the past two weeks was almost normal this morning. The high waters have all subsided leaving the low lands one mass of mud, in fact, various places have become sand bars, with some farmers finding themselves cheated out of a portion of land while others still discovered that they had been smiled upon by the Elkhorn.
These changes are due to the heavy rushing of the river, cutting through many rip-raps and over many banks. The river bridge near the Robert Pillar farm stands over a sand bar now.
From the various reports, it would seem though, that Stanton county has been very lucky not to lose a single bridge, for many counties have two or three bridges with some losing them all.
At the present time, only two bridges in Stanton county are open for traffic, the one immediately south of Stanton and the other just south of Pilger. The commissioners are busy with the situation and are hoping to soon have all the bridges in shape but it may be months before all the bridge work is completed.The consolidated statement of reports of the five Folda Banks, Banking House of F. Folda at Schuyler, Colfax County Bank at Howells, Clarkson State Bank at Clarkson, Farmers and Merchants Bank at Linwood and Bank of Rogers at Rogers showed Total Loans and Bonds $2,753,479.55 and Total Deposits $3,05O,496.28.
We received the following news in this morning’s mail: Train "Number 1" on the Elkin & Allegheny Line between Elkin and Doughton, N.C., at the foot of the Blue Mountains, is a Ford OneTon Truck fitted with an improvised four-wheel truck front, and flanged railroad rims in the rear.
The body is enclosed and seats 19 passengers and driver, and a trailer carries mail, express and luggage.
The railroad people are so well pleased with the improvised train that they intend putting on Train "Number 2" next spring.
On one of "Number 1’s" trips this winter, it carried 29 passengers, 1187 pounds of mail and 940 pounds of express or a total of approximately 6165 pounds up a 2½ percent grade on high speed.J. F. Chada of Schuyler advertised good up-land hay for sale.
Mrs. Anna Machacek, a little over 80 rears old, passed away at the home of her son, Adolph, at his farm home near Schuyler. She suffered a stroke of paralysis two months ago and since that time has been practically helpless.
Funeral services were held at the home and later at the Schuyler cemetery, with F. J. Kovar conducting the service.
She and her husband came to this country 42 years ago and settled on a farm in Colfax county. Her husband died two sears ago. Survivors are four sons, Adolph, Joseph and John of Colfax county and Louis of Ames.Julius Skoda of Leigh made a deal where he traded 80 acres of irrigated land in Colorado, which was owned by Carl Fuhr, Emil Ahrens and Chris Wiegert for a 240 acre farm near Tekamah.
Last Tuesday at St. Mary’s church in Schuyler, Father Vlcek united the lives of Miss Mary Kasik and Peter Hogendorn of Leigh, in the holy bond of wedlock.
J. J. Hajek moved his meat market in Leigh into the Scutt store building. He has had the building arranged for meat market purposes and it makes a fine looking shop.
Stephen Wieneke and Miss Gertrude Goeken were married at St. Mary’s church in West Point by Father Schopp. TWo couples accompanied the bridal pair to the altar: Bernard Wieneke, Jr. and Miss Mary Goeken and Frank Goeken and Miss Katherine Wieneke.
The groom is the son of Bernard Wieneke of Howells. The couple will make their home on the Conrad Hagedorn farm five miles southwest of West Point.Tom Shannon, a bridge builder, was seriously hurt Wednesday forenoon when the hammer on the pile driver tripped and struck him in the back. The accident happened in an unaccountable manner and the pile driver hammer struck the unfortunate man in the back just below the shoulder blade. It was a glancing blow and threw the man to the ground.
The hammer finally landed on his foot, breaking the bones. The man also sustained numerous bruises, a broken rib and one kidney was torn loose. The injured man was brought to the hospital of Dr. Eby at Leigh, where he was cared for. Mr. Shannon died Thursday noon.
Mr. Shannon was employed by the Illinois Steel & Bridge Co. His crew was putting in a new bridge about five miles south of Leigh, where the accident occurred. He was about 45 years of age and has a wife living in Homer, Nebraska.The Clarkson Hotel and Cafe in the former Kubik Restaurant Building is announcing that they are now serving meals and lunches, hot or cold, served at all hours of the day, from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Dance nights until 12 p.m.
Furnished rooms for lodging at popular prices. Clean and comfy beds. Hot and cold water.
Meals are first class and prepared by an experienced chef. Farmers are especially asked to stop in for dinner or lunch when they are in town. We also serve Sunday dinners.Harry Philson of Leigh, who took part in the M-I-N-K shooting tournament last week, was among the top-notchers in the days events. He made a score of 192 out of a possible 200 birds.
Leigh played the opening ball game of the season with Snyder on the Snyder grounds. Leigh lost 11 to 6. The Leigh boys lacked practice due to the wet condition of the Leigh grounds. It was said that the grounds at Clarkson were also very wet.
May 20, 1920 - reprinted July 25, 1984Henry F. Anderson of Colfax precinct, the fore part of this week, sold 160 acres of his land holdings to Joe Ruzicka, the consideration being $300 per acre.
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kovar of Schuyler received word that their son, William J. Kovar had died at Argo, a suburb of Chicago, after an illness of two weeks with pneumonia. The remains were brought to Schuyler for burial.
Chleboun Bros. store announced that they have just received a new shipment of goods comprising of silks, Lorine tissues, Aiglon tissues, voils, silk marquisettes, ginghams and percales. They will also start to handle children ready-made dresses, ladies ready-made dresses, ladies silk waist ribbons and laces, ladies aprons and boys blouses and wash suits.
The office of Drs. Koory, Sixta and Moore at Schuyler were burglarized Friday night. At the former a splendid haul was made. Dr. Koory formerly dispensed his own medicine and had on hand a good quality of morphine tablets, which were taken. His medicine case was gone through, bottle after bottle, his desk ransacked, and even his bookcase examined in the one determined effort to find “dope” drugs.
The doctor also carried a small amount of alcohol which was also taken by the thieves. At the offices of Dr. Sixta and a few morphine tablets were found, nothing otherwise, and Dr. Moore reports nothing gone from his office but a few postage stamps.On Saturday, May 8, at the Clarkson Cafe, the juniors tendered a delightful reception to the class of 1920. The Junior-Senior banquet announcments came Thursday in the form of dainty invitations in the juniors’ colors of green and white.
Seven-thirty found the seniors escorted by the juniors leaving the high school building for the Clarkson cafe. The Clarkson Cafe had been coverted into a beautiful banquet hall. The seniors’ colors of brown and gold were beautifully festooned above the tables, which looked fit for a king. Beautiful bouquets of golden daisies graced the tables. The place cards were hand printed in the seniors’ colors. Dainty nut cups in the shape of daffodils rested beside each cover. Delightful Victrola selections were furnished.
The Menu consisted of fruit cocktail, veal birds, mashed potatoes, creamed peas, vegetable salad, wafers ice cream, cake and coffee.
Jerry Polansky, president of the junior class acted as toastmaster and was most happy to introduce the speakers who appeared on the program. Each speaker responded to a toast from a word of the senior class motto: "Tonight We Launch, Where Shall We Anchor." Speakers were Libbie Houfek, Bertha Hudec, Rudolph Rosicky, Henry Rosicky, Olga Lodl, Rudolf Tomes and Prof. Prokop.The Ryan Co., had the announcement in the Press that they had just received a shipment of 2,000 pounds of Ryco Special Coffee, and offered for a very special price.
During the Junior-Senior class banquet at the Clarkson Cafe, we forgot to make mention that the center of the room was graced with Victrola, and here Miss Novotny and Olga Indra rendered several musical selections on the violin and piano in a very pleasing manor [sic]. Elizabeth Polansky read some of the news of the day which would have to be settled by the Peace (?) Congress.
Last Tuesday, the senior normal trainers visited the schools of Mary Kuderna, Adeline Severa, Agnes Maliha and Sylvia Cada.
Howells was represented in Fremont at the track meet by Randolph Mestl, Rupert Folda,Lenard Prucha, Earnest Prucha, Lumir Pokorny, Adolph Cech, Walter Wragge and Joe Stangel.
Many from this area were in Dodge Sunday in attendance of the sad rites of Henry Studnicka, father of Robert Studnicka and Mrs. John Kunes of Howells. He was nearly 59 years of age and was an early settler in Dodge county. His remains were laid to nest in the Bohemian cemetery northeast of Dodge.
The home of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Podliska at Howells is enlightened with the birth of a dandy boy last week.
Rain, rain, rain! The present indications point that the country is much too "wet" all over. Pioneers do not remember a year as wet as this one.
The Howells class of 20 commencement exercises were held at the Bohemnial National hall at 8 p.m., Monday. The address will be given by Edward J. T. Connely, who comes very highly recommended as the lecturer of real merit. This address for the evening will be "Little Big Things and Big Little Things."
The class roll consists of: Lois T. Alger, Lawrence W. Bogner, Rose A. Behrens, Herman Blackwhel, Lillian A. Cakl, Bessie A. Chadek, Adolph E. Cech, Edward R. Dostal, Gustav J. Dostal, Agnes L. Folda, Vera A. Heun, Emma M. Konvalin, Lumir F. Pokorny, Otto A. Risch, Frederich G. Risch, Joseph G. Stangel and Elmer F. Wragge.J. E. Sindelar and his wife of Howells speak of a very delightful time enjoyed at the Rudolph Prusa home near Tabor, Sunday.
Clemmons Alger and his bride of Winner, S.D., arrived at Howells for a few days visit and later motored to Pilger to visit his parents. He says, like here, the season is backward on account of the continued rains but hopes to yet get his full crop.
The SS Peter and Paul Catholic church in Howells was the scene of a most impressive and happy nuptial ceremony, when Rev. J. Rose, a brother of the bride, prounced the solemn magic vows that forever united the lives of two of our well-known and highly respected young people, Miss Elizabeth Rose and Jas. Charvat.
The bride was attended at the altar by her sister, Miss Minnie Rose, and Joseph Hledik was selected by the groom to be his best man for the felicitous occasion.
The newlyweds will make their home on a farm in the Heun vicinity.
May 20, 1920 - reprinted August 1, 1984The North Western got another solar plexus blow Sunday morning when three spans of the bridge over the Elkhorn between Norfolk and Battle Creek went out to add to the demoralized condition of the Black Hills division, which is completely tied up.
The branch is again the main artery of the system. Passenger trains are being detoured over it as well as freight trains for points between Oakdale and Chadron. The bridge that went out three weeks ago, tied up service for a week.
The flood waters from the cloudbursts and snow storm of last week in north Nebraska are just commencing to affect the Elkhorn river down this way.We are informed that Miss Agnes Novotny, who taught in District No. 30, 5 1/2 miles southeast of Clarkson, presented her school with a handsome Victrola at the close of school last week.
After visiting here for two weeks, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Hamsa decided to locate in Clarkson permanently, having abandoned the idea of returning to their former domicile at Denver, Colo. They have rented the old Hanel residence in the east part of town and Mr. Hamsa secured employment at the Farmers Union headquarters.
Jos. Makovsky returned home from Detroit, where he drove back a car for Kopac Bros. Joe tells us he enjoyed the trip immensely, but had a lot of difficulty with muddy roads in Iowa.
Clarkson markets: Wheat $2.50, rye $1.60, oats 95c, corn $1.65, eggs 36c, butter 35c, springs 45c, old hens 25c, cocks 12c.
This environment received a painful shock when it was learned that John Sebek, died at his home 8 miles north of Clarkson. He was suffering with a heavy cold, which developed into pneumonia.
He was born in Bohemia and attained the age of 50 years. In 1892 he left his native country and emigrated to the United States.
He is survived by his wife and six children, the oldest being 10 years old and the youngest a babe of 6 months. He also leaves 4 brothers, Frank of Howells, Joseph of Clarkson, Bohumil and charles of Brooks, Mont.Prof. R. V. Prokop went to Wilber to bid farewell to his father and brother, who will leave the latter part of this week for New York, where they will board a steamer for Europe. The gentlemen expect to stay for at least two years, the greater portion of which will be spent in traveling in picturesque Bohemia, the native land of Mr. Prokop, Sr.
Ed Pavel, who is employed near Dodge, spent Sunday afternoon with his folks.
Anton Teply, Jr., purchased the Anna Hajek residence property for the consideration of $8000. Mrs. Hajek bought the place from John Schafer and doubled her money within a brief period of time.
Frank Kacin purchased the residence and two lots belonging to Chas. Janda, paying $3500 for the same. The property [is] in the extreme southwest portion of town and until next March will be occupied by the Philip Svoboda family.
Sheriff Jos. Bartunek was up from Schuyler for a few days this week, serving distress warrants on some of the citizens who were negligent about the payment of their taxes.
Stanton was shocked to hear of the death of another old soldier, Judge James W. Mackey. While he was in poor health for years at the end was ill only three days and death came quietly and peacefully.
A $70,000 deal was pulled off in Stanton when the Farmers Union CoOperative Supply Co., purchased the Chace, Gamble & Co. lumber yards.
The Ev. Lutheran St. John’s church in Leigh will be dedicated next Sunday. The interior of the church will not be quite complete.
Dr. J. H. Lowery of Leigh showed us a check this week for $2084.45 which was his share of the crop from 12 acres of land he owns in Texas. The above sum represented one half share of the proceeds of the sale of onions, after deducting all expenses of harvesting the crop.
The doctor’s farm contains 47 acres and other crops are still being planted.Marriage licenses were issued in Colfax county to Anton Kluma 25 of Comstock and Mary Moudry 17 of Ord; Adolph Buresh 26 of Colfax county and Barbara Pojar 20, of Colfax county.
Fifty acres of land was prepared for corn planting by neighbors of Rudolph Strnad, who underwent surgery at the David City hospital. The farm is located near Schuyler.
Officers of the Farmers State Bank were J. D. Wolf, president; V. Fajman, vice president; Adolf Dudek, Cashier and Emil E. Dudek and Alois F. Tomes, assistant cashiers.
Case and Allen automobiles were sold by Vavra Brothers.
John Lacina, at one time a mason in Clarkson, arrived here for a visit after a prolonged absence. John informs us that he has traveled extensively since moving away from Clarkson, having been as far south as the gulf states.
Ernest Hamsa boarded the early morning passenger for Denver, Colo., from where he expects to drive an automobile on his return.
May 20, 1920 - reprinted August 8, 1984P. J. Thiem fell off a scaffold while at work at the Howells Milling company and broke a bone in his foot.
Miss Rose Simerl of Howells went to Dodge Wednesday to visit friends.
Mrs. William Uher, living with her brother, Albert Kajzler, just adjoining Howells, is seriously ill and suffering from a hemorrage of the brain. Dr. Aiken of Omaha, a specialist in such diseases, was called in consultation with Dr. Myers, and a trained nurse is ever at Mrs. Uher’s bedside.
Miss Mary Vrbicky of Howells was taken to Omaha by Dr. Tamisiea, where she is being treated at St. Joseph’s hospital.
Lottie Doloris, the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Lodes of Howells, has been quite ill with broncho-pneumonia.
Wm. Novak is seen on the streets of Howells limping, having wrenched his knee while instructing a class in athletics at the high school gym.
The engagement of Miss Grace M. Palik of Howells to Theodore Kubik, formerly of Clarkson, was announced at a party in her honor Tuesday evening. Eighteen young friends of Miss Palik honored her with a parlor party. The party was in honor of her birthday.
James Sindelar of the Tabor vicinity is on the sick list and his condition is very critical. He is past the 70th milestone of life and his main ailments are the infirmities incident to old age. He is also troubled with asthma.
Dr. Tamisiea reports the birth of a baby girl to Mr. and Mrs. John Holoubek and a bouncing baby boy at the Anton Knipping home at Howells.
Twenty-five cars were ordered to Howells this week to haul livestock to the South Omaha markets. Mr. Drahota went to the markets with a full trainload, accompanied by Fred Baumert, Jerry Telecky and Joseph Drahota.
John Hrouda and little daughter, Miss Emma of Dodge, were in Howells visiting friends.
Dr. Myers of Howells went to Lindsay to make a professional call to see the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Sanders.
Norman Folda and several friends from Howells made a motor trip to Fremont to visit friends.
Willie Blum 10-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Blum of Howells was severely hurt when a brick fell on his face. Dr. Myers is in charge.
Charles Houfek and wife have a daughter at their home, a few miles southeast of town, born on Saturday.
Miss Libbie, daughter of Jos. Novotny and wife, is very ill at the family home southeast of town, with a severe attack of lung fever.
There will be much building in Clarkson this spring and this coming summer. One of our contractors estimates that not less than 20 residences will be erected in town alone. Work has started on some and there are many farmers who are also planning to do a lot of building.
Yesterday morning E. F. Kutin commenced laying a cement foundation for a small office building that J. M. Mundil is having erected on the lot in the rear of the Clarkson State bank.
John Hofmann, the gentleman who is to succeed John Blotz as manager for Nye, Schneider, Fowler Co., at this place, was here Friday with his wife and little daughter. They came over to look up a house in which to live until they can build a home of their own.
Sunday morning a little baby girl came to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Poland, who live on one of the Gus Muhs farms.
Frank Kopac took up the duties as deputy assessor for Adams precinct and for the next few days will be a very busy man.
Frank Uridil came over from Abie in Butler county last Wednesday evening and the following day commenced working at Nye, Schneider, Fowler Co. as second man.
Louis Faltys and family took possession of the Will Nok residence property which Mr. Faltys recently purchased. Will and his family have moved into the Roether residence.
Joseph Mlnarik, John D. Wolf, Joseph S. Lodl and Peter Hajek represented Clarkson at Northern Star Camp, M.W.A., at the Woodman convention in Schuyler. Clarkson will be the site for the next convention.
Joseph Kastanek, an old and highly respected resident of this community, died this morning at the family home after a severe illness of only a few days with pneumonia.
Mrs. Barbara Hajek is having lumber hauled to be used in putting up a complete set of buildings on the farm owned by her a few miles northwest of her home place. John Koza has the contract for doing the work.
J. M. Mundil sold two lots owned by Vaclav Dudycha in the southwest part of town to Frank Houfek, one of the old and most prosperous farmers in southeastern Adams precinct. The consideration was $420. In a short time, Mr. Houfek will commence building a new residence on the property. They plan on leaving the farm and moving to town, leaving their farm in charge of one of their sons.
May 27, 1920 - reprinted August 15, 1984The Memorial Day program was held at 1:30 p.m., followed by a program at the cemetery. The program at the Opera House will be as follows: Banner, Band, American Legion and Czechoslovak Veterans, Speakers, High School Glee Club, Sokol, Z.C.B.J., J.C.D., M.W.A., Royal Neighbors, W.O.W., Degree of Honor, Knights of Pythias, Catholic Workman, Catholic Ladies Lodge and Members of the Cemetery Association.
The program at the cemetery consisted of an address in English by R. V. Prokop, and a Bohemian address by J. T. Votava. There were seveal selected songs, decoration of graves, salute to honor the heros, years 1914- 1818 [sic], word of thanks, music and return to the hall in a body.Word has passed here of the marriage of Oscar Hahn and Miss Lorena Heater which took place in Omaha Sunday. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hahn and the bride is a former Clarkson school teacher.
The couple enjoyed a brief honeymoon in Anselmo after which they returned to Clarkson to make their home. They will locate temporarily in the rooms over Podany’s fUrniture store, awaiting the completion of their new home which is now under construction in the north part of town.Miss Spies and Miss Lane departed for their homes after havng completed a successful teaching year here. The former resides in Casper, Wyo., and the latter at Colfax, Ind.
Prof. R. V. Prokop purchased a new Ford car and started on a trip to Gridley, Kans., where he plans to spend the majority of the summer. He is still undecided whether he will return to Clarkson next fall. His sister, Miss Anna Prokop, who had been visiting here, accompanied him to Kansas.
Mrs. H. C. Reinecke, one of our School teachers left for a few days with friends at Howells, after which she will go to Schuyler. The forepart of July, Mrs. Reinecke and her mother, Mrs. Phelps, will leave for Colorado Springs, where they conduct a summer resort for the tourists visiting the Pikes Peak region.
Fred Kluck was president and W. C. Hronek, secretary-treasurer of the Colfax County Good Roads Association.
The bazaar and supper given by the Ladies’ Aid Society was a grand success despite the heavy rain in the afternoon. A substantial sum was realized from the sale of various commodities donated to the cause by members.
The proceeds of the day will be turned over to the building fund for the purpose of erection in [sic] new Presbyterian church in the near fUture, which edifice is estimated to be built at a cost of probably $30,000 or $35,000.The Press was informed that there was a snappy ball game which was pulled off at Heun last Sunday between the Heun regular team and an opposing team constituted of pickups from that vicinity.
The score ended 5 to 6 in favor of the pickups. Batteries for the regulars were Janecek and Jonas; for the pickups were Houfek and Jonas.
Charles Hobza of Clarkson officiated as umpire and rendered universal satisfaction.It is desirous that all retired soldiers, sailors and marines intending to take part in the Decoration Day parade on May 30, to report for drill in full uniform promptly 9 a.m. This is essential in order to make a respectful showing. Report to the hall. Signed: American Legion.
Marriage licenses were issued to the following: John H. Ulrich, over 21 and Kate Knipping, Howells, over 21; J. A. Kampschneider, Colfax county 25 and Anna G. Knust, Colfax county 21; Frank A. Rueskamp, Cuming county 24 and Dorothea Knust, Colfax county 23; Anton J. Jedlicka, Schuyler 25 and Marie F. Wachal, Rlchland 24.
The will of the late Henry Muller, Sr. disposing of his estate comprising nearly $200,000 worth of real estate and personal property in Platte and Colfax counties was upheld by an order issued by Judge Gibbon in probate court, according to the Columbus Telegram.
Objects to the will were filed by Ruby Muller, as guardian of her infant daughter, Arlene Muller, granddaughter of the testor, and by Mrs. Theresa Cook of Albion, a daughter of the late Mr. Muller.
Under the terms of the will, the grandchild, a daughter of the testor’s deceased son, George, was cut off with a bequest of $25. The contestants maintained that Mr. Muller was in feeble mind and incompetent to make a will when the instrument was executad last November.
The late Mr. Muller, who died at his home in Lindsay last February, provided in his will that his widow should have the income from the estate as long as she lived, and upon her death the property should be divided as follows: Each of his daughters, Mrs. Theresa Cook of Albion, Anna, Wilhelmina and Florida Muller should receive $3,000; his sons, Leon and Nicholas of Howells, and Engelbert of Lindsay, should each receive $300; the granddaughter, Arlene Muller $25; and the balance of the estate should be divided equally among all of his six sons, Paul and Engelbert of Lindsay, Joseph, Frank, Leon and Nicholas of Howells.
The estate comprises 640 acres of farm land in Platte and Colfax counties, some lots in Lindsay and a large amount of personal property.Frank Vacin, Jr., boarded the Monday morning passenger for Abie, where he will spend the summer on his uncle’s farm and break into the farming game, the best of them all, according to his acclamation.
John Swoboda, Jr. and Rudolph Tomes took Saturday morning’s passenger for Omaha where they celebrated the event of their graduation by visiting friends and relatives in the city.
May 27, 1920 - reprinted August 22, 1984Albin Peitz for the past year connected with the Howells State Bank, resigned his position and has accepted the position as first assistant cashier at the Farmers and Merchants Bank in Ulysses.
A double wedding was held at Sacred Heart church in Olean, when Miss Anna Knust became the bride of Joseph Kampschneider and Miss Dorothy Knust became the bride of Frank Ruskamp.
Attendants for the first couple were Miss Anna Kampschneider and Conrad Knust. Miss Lizzie Knust and Lawrence Ruskamp attended the latter couple.
The brides’ parents are Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Knust. A sumptuous dinner was served at the Knust home and a dance was held in the evening at the Bohemian National hall in Howells. Everyone danced to the sweet strains of the Sindelar orchestra.The folowing is the Howells baseball schedule for 1920 so far arranged:
Howells at Schuyler May 27,
Schuyler at Howells May 30,
Cornlea at Howells June 6,
Clarkson at Howells June 13,
Howells at Cornlea June 20,
Schuyler at Howells June 27,
Dodge at Howells June 29,
Schuyler at Howells July 4,
Howells at Clarkson July 11,
Howells at Schuyler July 18,
Scribner at Howells July 25,
Howells at Scribner Aug. 1,
Howells at Dodge Aug. 8,
Howells at West Point Aug. 15,
Snyder at Howells Sept. 5.Lumir, the young son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. V. Hron of Howells, suffered an acute attack of appendicitis and on the day following submitted to an operation at the family home, performed by Dr. Riggs of Omaha and Dr. Tamisiea. The young man is improving rapidly.
Henry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Rhodes of Howells is quite ill at this writing with an attack of heart trouble. Dr. Tamisiea is attending him.
Guaranteed plastering and brick mason work. Call 114, Howells, Frank Johns.
Diamond, a thorough-bred sorrel stallion will stand the season of 1920 at my farm 2 miles west and 4 miles north of Howells. He is 3 years old and weighs 1,700 pounds. Terms: $25.00 in insure live cold. August Christ.
Olga Severa went to Omaha to spend an extended stay with the family of her sister, Mrs. Adolf Tomes and family.
Mrs. Emil Teply was a passenger to Omaha this morning, to pay a visit with her sister-in-law, confined in one of the city’s hospitals.
Miss Libbie Tomes departed for Boulder, Colo., where she expects to spend the summer months. Her brother, Robert, accompanied her as far as Lincoln, where he intends to spend a few days with his chums.
Rev. Petlach,the newly assigned pastor of the Dodge Catholic church, pait [sic] a visit here to Rev. Bata.
Miss Vlasta Humlicek returned home from Spencer to spend the summer months at home. She has completed two successful years of teaching at Spencer.
F. J. Mejstrik, prominent farmer of the Tabor neighborhood south of Howells, was here last Monday with his family visiting friends and also on a shopping mission.
Jos. Mundil,Jr. and Adolf Lukl were passengers to Omaha yesterday where business matters demanded their attention.
Mrs. Roy Osakia and son arrived here from their former home in Merriman, Nebr., to join her husband, who is conducting the Clarkson Hotel and Cafe.
Last week Anton F. Teply and Mrs. Jos. Janecek underwent minor operations at the hands of Dr. Kavan.
Mrs. F. M. May arrived from Dunlap, Iowa to visit at the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hahn and Mr. and Mrs. Harry May.
Dr. J. A. Tamisiea is making his professional calls in and around Howells in a dandy new Dodge Bros.’ roadster that he purchased from the Mestl Bros.’ agency.
The Howells baseball team lost their first game of the season to Snyder by a score of 4 to 1. The Howells baseball team is composed of Suchan c, Zavadil p, Stangel lb. Iwansky ss, Zoubek 3b, A. Pelts 2b, Kunhart rf, F. Peltz cf, Sindelar lf and Haas rf.
A quiet home was solemnized at the Richard Vahle home by Rev. Waldschmidt, when he united in marriage Miss Anna Vahle and Carl Schultz.
Adolph Zvacek left Howells by motor for various points westward, including California, which will be his destination. He plans to be gone for several months.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thompson and little daughter arrived in Howells from Montello, Nevada, for a visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Busch.
Miss Anna Karel is now a permanent saleslady at the Vesely & Karel store in Howells.
May 27, 1920 - reprinted August 29, 1984J. _. Novak and little daughter, Elsie, and E. E. Brodecky and son, Emil of Howells went to Fremont where the two children take regular treatments each week at the hands of Dr. Richardson, osteopathist.
John J. Pechanec informs us that he and his wife will motor to California where she will recuperate from her recent illness. After their stay in California they contemplate the coming back to Clarkson to reside.
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Spangler went to Nickerson this morning for a few days stay. Mr. Spangler will resume his carpenter work.
B. J. Langhoop’s store in Schuyler had a half page ad in The Press. Here are a few of the specials:
Black and white checked suits from $9.79 to $13.49; Serge suits worth $29.00 only $18.75; Tricotine and fine French suits worth up to $57.50 now $29.90; Mina Taylor house dresses, $1.98, limit two; Gossard corsets at 15% discount; Childrens coats as low as $3.98; Silk Dresses $11.90; Silk poplin dresses $23.85.Postmaster R. H. Kloppel sent his resignation to the post office department and he and his family will leave Leigh for Colorado where they will do farming.
Treasurer’s Report
Village of Clarkson, Nebraska
May 1, l919 to May 1, 1920
Receipts
Balance May 1, 1919 . . . . 1,623.51
Treasurer Colfax County . . . . 4,585.83
Sale of Bonds . . . . 26,000.00
Occupation Tax . . . . 1,190.50
Light, Water, Supplies . . 9,669.94
Rent, City Hall . . . . 5.00
Total . . . . . . . 43,083.78Expenditures
General Fund . . . . 1,488.47
Electric, Light, Water Works . . . . 5,193.60
Salary Fund . . . . 2,938.60
Interest Fund . . . . 150.00
Street and Alley Fund . . . . 149.50
Coal Fund . . . . 4,453.09
Real Estate (Two Lots) . . . . 500.00
Building Fund . . . . 27,232.35
Total . . . . . . . 42,105.61
Balance May 1, 1920 . . . . . . 978.17
Outstanding Bonds . . . . . 29,000.00
Outstanding Warrants . . . . . 7,067.69
Joseph Mundil, Village TreasurerBusiness cards ads appearing in the Press were those of: Dr. A. J. Knight, Physician and Surgeon at Clarkson.
Two patients underwent surgery in the hospital of Dr. Eby at Leigh. Henry Fuhr underwent an operation for appendicitis and Mrs. Fred Meyer of near Creston, also underwent an operation this week. Both operations were performed by Dr. Stokes of Omaha.
The Leigh public schools closed for the season with six pupils, four girls and two boys completing the course this year and received their diplomas this week.
George Johnson, who was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, departed this life in Leigh May 15, at the age of 83 years, 1 month and 9 days.
Our people at Leigh were shocked to learn of the sudden death of Thomas Craig in a Council Bluffs hospital. He was treated for a sore throat and developed heart trouble that brought about his demise.
Dr. A. J. Knight, Physician and Surgeon at Clarkson; Dr. W. J. Kavan, Physician and Surgeon at Clarkson; W. B. Sadilek, Attorney at Law, Schuyler; Dr. H. D. Myers, Physician and Surgeon at Howells; Dr. B. E. Katz Veterinarian, Howells; Dr. J. A. Tamisiea, Physician and Surgeon at Howells; Frank Benes, Jeweler, Clarkson; Allen and Hronek, Attorney at Law, Schuyler; Pylik Brothers Meat Market at Howells; J. J. Hledik, Resident Auctioneer at Howells; Vavra Bros. Garage, Rt. 2 Clarkson.