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! The following are selections from that column:
NOTE: I suspect some of these dates are not correct. For example, an article shown as having been originally printed on October 13, 1921 gives an account of something that happened on October 16. Also, there are articles for both October 20 and 21. Please use caution when relying on exact dates.
October 6, 1921 - reprinted September 27, 1989A cabinet Brunswick phonograph and twenty records were stolen from Ackerman district school house sometime between Thursday evening and Monday morning. A window was broken thru which the thieves gained entrance. It is believed that more than one person was connected with the theft. Sheriff Eli Best has offered a reward of $100 for information which will lead to the arrest and conviction of the guilty persons. All information will be kept confidential the sheriff says. -- Stanton Picket.
Our sister city of Newman Grove is about to inaugurate a "phone strike", when on October 1st, practically every telephone in Newman Grove and surrounding territory will be cut off by order of the users. This action is the result of a mass meeting of the patrons of the Monroe Independent Telephone Co. held at Newman Grove last week. At the meeting it was voted unanimously to discontinue the service following an increase of rates granted the company by the state railway commission.
While the raise in rate is negligible compared with the sacrifice the patrons will have to make in dispensing with a commodity that appears almost a necessity, still the farmers feel that they are fighting for a principle and the business men as a whole are backing them up. The same situation occurred early this spring at Bloomfield where the patrons of the local phone company went on a "strike."
Last reports are that they are still standing by their guns with not signs of weakening. The raise in rates did not affect Lindsay to any great extent but the outcome of the affair will be watched with great interest as the sympathy is mainly with the strikers. -- Lindsay Post.John Sloma, Schuyler farmer, is alive. He has been for 38 years. But he has to prove it.
John wants to go to Poland to claim a vast estate he believes is waiting for him there.
"I want to leave Saturday," he told John Nicholson, deputy federal clerk when he appeared for passports, yesterday.
But John has no birth certificate. And he doesn't know anybody now living in Schuyler who remembers when he was born, so they can swear to affidavits.
Besides, it takes Uncle Sam about 10 days to issue passports.
Sloma was sadly disappionted when Deputy Nicholson informed him of Uncle Sam's requirements.
"I sure wanted to get out of here this week," he declared.
The [sic] his haste to reach Danzig was partly due to the fact that he had visions of acquiring a Polish bride, was admitted by Sloma.
"I might get married over there, but first I want to locate my rich uncle at Krakauer. I may have untold wealth waiting for me there."
His parents came here from Poland more than 40 years ago, but both are dead now. It is his mother's brother who possessed great wealth, he states.
Sloma was married once and has two children now being cared for by a brother, Stash Sloma, near Rogers, Nebr. He will have to obtain affidavits of his birth and American citizenship from three persons before he can make application for passports. -- Omaha Daily Bee"Cattle prices may go lower than they are now but if feeders bought on the present market do not make money, I don't want to have anything more to do with the cattle business," declared Thos. Mortimer, Hereford breeder and banker of Leigh, who was in Omaha buying a string of feeding cattle.
According to Mr. Mortimer, banks in that part of the state have added a new department this season, and are giving their customers free service in the matter of selecting their feeding cattle for them. "Always before we have let our people do their own buying, but this season we are supervising the buying of cattle on which we make loans," he said. The cattle he bought yesterday were for cusomters of the bank with which he is connected.
"People seem to be going to extremes in the matter of buying light cattle," he observed, "but they are making no mistake in keeping away from the big fleshy steers that are already fat enough for killers. For several years now feeder buyers have been outbidding packers on these good big fat cattle, and losing lots of money on them, and at the same time leaving light thin steers that would show a profit for the packers to buy as canners."Federal Judge Woodrough signed a decree authorizing the public sale of all the propert of the Wells-Abbott-Neiman company last week.
The largest property of the bankrupt company is the mill at Schuyler, Neb., valued at several hundred thousand dollars. The decree specifies that one-fourth of the purchase price must be paid in cash, and the rest within 10 days, before confirmation.Clarkson Markets: Wheat, 85c; Oats, 20c; Corn, 25c; Rye, 52c; Hogs, $7.00; Butter, 23c; Eggs, 37c.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Faltys, sr., entertained a number of young people at their home in Midland precinct last Saturday at a birthday party given in honor of their daughter, Miss Elsie. Games and music occupied the greater part of the evening. Promptly at twelve a dainty two-course luncheon was served to the guests. The guests departed at a late hour, having greatly enjoyed themselves and wishing Elsie many, many more happy birthdays.
Those present at the party were Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Cada, Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Faltys, Misses Sylvia Cada, Elsie Faltys, Alice Stoklasa, Ione Telecky, Stella Tobias, Stella Sindelar, Loretta Faltys and Messrs. Edward Faltys, Adolf Balak, Stanley Tobias, Alvin Teply, Edwin Novotny, Joe Stoklasa, Bohus Cada, Stanley Cada, Frank Cada, Miles Sindelar, Bohus Sindelar and Robert Faltys.The guessing contest conducted at the John F. Pimper store for some time was closed this week. The object of the contest was to guess the number of pairs of husking mitts exhibited in one of the show windows at the store, with each pair of mitts the purchaser was entitled to a guess and winners were to receive $15.00 in cash in two prizes.
The exact number of mitts placed in the window was 1921 and after divulging the submitted conjectures it was found that Frank Cinfel and John Podany are entitled to the first prize of $10.00, as both turned in the same number, estimating that there were 1920 pairs of mitts in the display. The second prize, $5.00, was captured by Chas. Brabec, who missed the correct count by only three points, his guess being 1925. The next closest number was 1935. Comparing the numbers it was found that there was a variation of from 200 to 10,000, submitted by approximately 150 contestants taking part in the contest.Dodge county records show that a marriage license was issued to James Heitz of this place and Miss Alcanthra E. Pollard of Rogers.
Miss Anna B. Nielson came home from Omaha for an over Sunday visit with relatives. Miss Nielson is substituting one of the Omaha teachers in school work.
October 6, 1921 - reprinted October 4, 1989In [Is?] Colfax country [county?] to copy the prize of $5,000 offered by the state of Nebraska for the discovery of a coal vein? - The large cracks in the earth which have appeared on the Ritchie and Hansen farms northeast of Schuyler leads some to believe that a coal vein underlies Colfax county and nature takes this method of advising the suffering public to look for the coveted mineral. Mrs. F.G. Cochran, who with her husband, living on one of the M.J. Higgins farms, believes that coal will be found under the cracked surfaces. Mrs. Cochrain stated last week that she was positive of this fact. She also stated last week that she was raised at Scranton, Pa. in the heart of the great coal fields, and that these great cracks were accepted as geological evidence of coal land. Mr. Cochrain's father was 22 years mine inspector for the Lehigh Valley Coal company, and for years fire and gas inspector in other mines in that locality. From all knowledge she has of coal fields, Mrs. Cochrain is positive in her own mind that a coal field underlies, a part at least, of Colfax county, and coal at a price that makes the angels weep, it would appear that a thorough investigation would be in order.
One of the larger realty transfers to take place in Colfax county was recorded this week in which Gerald Ehernberger sold and transferred to John Shonka, the land lying east of the Colfax county highway and containing approximately a half section, comprising the home farm of the late M.E. Fuller. Mr. Shonka sold his realty holdings two years ago, and again takes a dip in the real estate of Colfax county, because he believes that it now affords a good investment. The value of the sale is reported as $75,000.00.
Walter Wolfe of Schuyler sold his Schuyler residence to Frank Vanicek. The purchase price being $5,000, and Mr. Wolfe retains the vacant lot to the north of the residence.
Richard Cunningham, the six-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Cunningham, and Frank Steinberger narrowly escaped serious injury, Saturday afternoon when the coaster wagon in which they were riding ran into an auto driven by Mrs. Joseph Holoubek. The accident occurred on the street crossing between the H.M. West news stand and the First National bank. Mrs. Holoubek was driving north across the crossing and the two little fellows were going west in their wagon, Richard doing the propelling. Richard apparently did not see the approaching auto and ran into it. Mrs. Holoubek saw that a collision was about to occur, so directed her auto diagonally to the northwest, thus preventing a serious accident. One of Richard's fingers on the left hand was caught between his wagon tongue and the fender of the car and was badly cut. Community Nurse, Miss Marie Vybiral happened to be near when the accident occurred and gave Richard first aid treatment. This is but another incident of a serious nature that results from careless coaster riding so very prevalent on our streets. -- The Sun.
Pilger won 16 games out of 35 played this season. Their opponents scored 157 runs while Pilger made 189 runs, 32 more than their opponents. In the games won, Pilger made an average of between 5 and 6 scores a game, while in the games lost we made an average of between 1 and 2 scores. In the games our opponents won they made an average of between 4 and 5 scores, and in the games they lost they averaged between 3 and 4 scores. The highest number of scores made in one game was when we played Clarkson, the total being 27. The least number of scores was in a Beemer game when but one man crossed home plate. -- Pilger Herald.
October 6, 1921 - reprinted October 18, 1989For several days, John Roether has been suffering with a severe infection of his left eye and as the affliction was not showing any signs of improvement, he left for Omaha to consult an eye specialist. John was accompanied by Dr. Knight, who has the case in charge.
Prazak Motor Co. reports the sale of Ford truck to Henry Brock of near Leigh.
Dr. Kavan announces the arrival of a baby girl at the Jos. W. Konicek home in the Heun neighborhood and a husky 8-lb. boy at the James Hajek farm home.
V.L. Prazak and son, Edward, Richard Karel and Edward Zelenda returned from their hunting expedition in western Nebraska. They report getting a large quantity of game in Hole [sic] and Antelope counties where they found an abundance of migratory fowl. While in Holt county they witnessed the big prairie fire which swept over a vast territory in the locality of Atkinson and caused heavy damage on many hay ranches. The path of the fire extended over a distance of about eight miles and on several ranches destroyed the entire hay crop. They spent their Sunday afternoon helping the residents, several hundred strong, combat the destructive flames.
Clarkson Markets: Wheat, 83c; Oats, 20c; Corn, 23c; Rye, 55c; Hogs, $7.30; Butter, 23c; Eggs, 30c.
Last week, Misek Bros. bargained the 160-acre farm they owned nine miles northwest of Leigh, turning the same over to P.E. McKillip of Columbus for the consideration of $215 per acre, taking in a stock of implements at Mdison as part payment. This week the deal fell through on account of a misunderstanding arising between the contracting parties.
More Land Sold. On Friday of last week, Frank Hledik, of the Leigh community, purchased the former Anton Hamernik 160-acre farm which but lately passed into the hands of Frnak Kolar. The land is situated in Stanton county, 7 miles north of Clarkson. In the deal Mr. Hledik turned in his Kansas land holdings which he purchased a short time ago.
The Press is in receipt of the information from the national convention of the American Red Cross which was in session all of last week at Columbus, Ohio, that Rev. B.A. Filipi of this place has registered as delegate from Colfax county and was one of the 2000 delegates in attendance. There is no doubt that upon his return, Rev. Filipi will have many subjects of interest for the chapters of the county. Before leaving for home, Rev. and Mrs. Filipi will make a trip to Pennsylvania to visit their former home and other places.
More than three score and three years had passed Monday, October 10th, when Mrs. Levi Adams, pioneer of Maple Creek precinct heard and answered the summons of the grim messenger. The deceased was the wife of one of the oldest homestead owners in Colfax county, Levi Adams, who made his filing in 1871 and since has lived on the same place.
Mrs. Adams had not been in the best of health for several years, but her death came virtually from old age.
She is survived by her husband and three sons, Ernnie [sic], farming the home place; Edward, residing in South Dakota, and Charles, employed as mail clerk on the U.P. out of Omaha. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon from the home place, with interment at the Purple Cane cemetery.Word was received here this week announcing the death of Mrs. Frances Vavricek, wife of Ludwig Vavricek of Schuyler, who died at her home in Schuyler on Sunday, at the age of seventy-two years. Mrs. Vavricek was a native of Bohemia and immigrated to this country with her husband in 1879, since when they made Colfax county their permanent home. For a number of years the family resided on a farm in the south part of the county where they are well known. Besides the husband, Mrs. Vavricek is survived by four grown children, namely, Mrs. Julia Dudek of Schuyler, Adolph, Ludwig and Frances. The funeral was conducted on Tuesday by Rev. J. Havlik of the Zion parish and Rev. John Cooke of Schuyler, the remains being interned [sic] into the Schuyler cemetery.
October 6, 1921 - reprinted November 8, 1989Jos. S. Severa and family were down from Beemer spending a few hours with relatives.
Frank Kafka and Anton Kacin were at Omaha where the former took his automobile for repair, the vehicle being wreched recently.
Mrs. M. Burniester, who has been visiting at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J.B. Kocum, the past few weeks, left for her home at Davenport, Iowa.
G.A. Koza and Henry Koza motored over to Stanton where Henry boarded the main line train for Lnch, to look after their real estate interests near that place.
A.J. Adamek and family of Ord, who were visiting here for a few days at the home of Mrs. Adamek's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Svoboda, returned to their home.
Mesdames William Karel and Frank Vidlak and Miss Ida Karel were at Howells, attending the bazaar given by the ladies of the Catholic church.
Miss Laura Folda, who has been spending the past year at San Diego, Cal., taking advanced musical instructions, returned home a short time ago. Last week she went to Ord, where she spent a few days with friends.
Harry May and family returned from a motor trip to Dunlap, Iowa, where they spent several days at the home of Mr. May's parents.
Frank Houfek, jr., Anton Korecky, Joseph and Chas. Houfek and their families were at Tabor attending the funeral of their aunt, Mrs. Anna Houfek.
John Janda, jr., who had charge of one of the distributing wagons belonging to the Standard Oil Co. was released from the position as the company had discontinued the using of one wagon. John was at Fremont to which place he delivered the wagon taken out of service.
Miss Emma Maliha left for Dodge where she is engaged to teach school during the illness of one of the teachers. During her absence, Mrs. Otto Sobeslavsky is filling her position at the Pimper store.
Lada and Louis Hanel left for Omaha to complete the interior work on the residence they built for their brother-in-law, Rudolph Talacko.
Anton Dusatko is at Omaha attending to business matters.
Chas. Kutin arrived here from Traer, Iowa, and attended the naturalization hearing at Schuyler. Charles was one of the fortunate applicants to become a citizen of this country. He is now a full pledged American citizen.
The song service conducted at the Zion church Sunday evening was well attended and all present have nothing but words of praise for the choir and their instructor, Rev. Jos. Havlik.
Mrs. Mary Sousek and her sister, Mrs. Anton P. Novotny, left for Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to attend the funeral of their uncle, John Cerveny.
Edward Hobza is making arrangements to build a modern garage on his residence property in the southeast part of town. Albin Misek, manager of the Nye Schneider Jenkins Co., reports the sale of building material for the structure.
John F. Pimper is exhibiting in his display window a rare specimen of a squash. It is the largest of its kind ever displayed here and weighs 127 lbs. The monster was grown by Mrs. Pimper's sister, Mrs. Jos. F. Srb, residing near Tilden.
Rev. and Mrs. B.A. Filipi are at Cleveland, Ohio, since the beginning of the week where the former is representing the Colfax county Red Cross chapters at a national convention holding forth in that city. Mrs. Filipi went along as a guest.
Mr. and Mrs. JOs. Smejkal, living northeast of Clarkson, are the proud parents of a fine baby boy, born last week. Dr. Kavan reports the family doing well.
Mrs. Edward Cinfel has been under the weather the last few days but is now on the mend, Dr. Knight having attended her through her illness.
V.L. Prazak, Edward Zelenda, Richard Karel and Eddie Prazak left for a two weeks' hunting trip. They intend to make their first stop at Wheeler county and from there may go further west.
October 13, 1921 - reprinted October 4, 1989Mestl Bros. did a rushing cornsheller business last week, having sold Sandwich 2-hole shellers to Jos. Vesely of near Clarkson and Anton Cech. They also sold a Joliet 2-hole sheller to James Kucera, jr., and a Racine to Jos. Prusa.
Another automobile accident occured at Howells Sunday evening. B.J. Sindelar was crossing the road leading east from the power house with his Ford, when Adolph Molacek coming from the north ran into him. Both cars were slightly damaged and the occupants escaped injury.
Henry P. Mueller, Wm. Bierbaum, Jos. Vonnahme and Jake Bart returned froma motor trip to Cheyenne Wells, Colo., where they went to view the real estate holdings owned by Mr. Bierbaum.
John Maska, the progressive and prosperous farmer living on the Albert Kajzler farm adjoining Howells, purchase from the Farmers Lumber & Grain Co. 25 head of fine steers which he intends to feed this winter.
Edward Telecky received a carload of feeders from the Omaha market and as is customary with Ed, he will have a fine finished bunch for market next winter.
The death of Mrs. Anna Houfek marks the passing away of another Colfax county pioneer. Mrs. Houfek laid aside the burdens of life and fell into eternal sleep on Sunday night at the home of her son, Frank, after a brief illness. Her death is attributed to infirmities incident to high age.
The deceased was born in Bohemia eighty-five years ago and with her husband came to this county when Nebraska and the western country was but a barren prairie. They first located at Omaha and later came to Colfax county and settled on a homestead near what now is known as Tabor. There they made their home until the death of Mr. Houfek, about eleven years ago.
Only two sons survive, they being Frank, residing south of town and Joseph, of this place. The funeral was held yesterday at Tabor and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery adjoining the Tabor church.Schuyler, Neb., Sept. 30, 1921
The board of county commissioners met pursuant to adjournment, present John Moural, Jos. Krejci and A.C. Fayman, commissioners and Jess L. Woods, county clerk.
The board audited and allowed the following claims against the county, viz?
State Highway Fund:
William Wertz, salary for Sept. and exp - $107.30
John Bos, salary for Sept. - 100.00
Jos. Hamsa, same - 100.00
Rudolph Nemec, labor - 37.20
Rupert Svoboda, same - 1.20
R.B. Folda, same - 5.20
Jozie Clark, same - 4.00
Phillip Herde, same - 4.50
J.W. Dobry, same - 9.60
Schuyler Oil Co., gasoline - 141.21
Standard Oil Co., same - 34.00For Sale. Several extra choice thorough-bred Poland China boars, weighing from 100 to 250 lbs. Prices range from $20.00 to $40.00. Can furnish pedigree upon request. Call at once at my farm 1 mile east and 5 miles north of Clarkson.
Fred Kucera, R. 3, Clarkson, Neb.Sheriff J. Bartunek had business in his line to look after in Howells.
October 13, 1921 - reprinted November 22, 1989One of the imperative issues of the present day confronting the taxpayers of Colfax county is the $70,000.00 bond issue asked by the county commissioners for the completion of the new courthouse now in course of construction in Schuyler.
The propositioon comes up unexpectedly at a time when the disorder of conditions is at a trying point, the severity of which affects all classes of people. The matter is to be settled at a special election to be held on Tuesday, Nov. 8, and it is up to the voters of Colfax county to pass their judgment.
The money must be raised regardless of what method is to be employed and judging from the several different ways of obtaining the funds with which to complete the new structure, the issuance of bonds at this time with all probability will be to the best advantage of the public. A grave mistake has been made in the first place in entering a contract for the building of a courthouse without assurance of having sufficient funds on hand, but as it is now too late to dwell upon the subject there is only one thing left to do and that is to pledge your vote in favor of the bonds and save the county further unnecessary expense.On Monday evening, Anton Bourek, Jr. and his wife, residing seven miles north of Clarkson, experienced a dangerous adventure which might have easily ruined their lives. We understand that the supply of carbide in the acetylene generator with which they illuminate their farm home became exhausted and as they had no other means of light on the place, a pitcher filled with oil and an old rag placed in the substance for a wick was used in place of a searchlight.
The antique lighting apparatus was placed a short distance from the receptacle containing the carbide and as Mr. Bourek proceeded in dismantling the various devices from the generator, the gas eminating from the bell caught on fire and for a while a threatening fire ensued.
Mrs. Bourek assisted her husband in the work and of the two suffered most from the effects of the fire, being quite severely burned on several places of her body. Mr. Bourek was only slightly burnt on his hands and was able to attend to his farm the following day.On Sunday, Oct. 16, the dedication of the new Presbyterian church in Maple Creek precint took place, at which members and choir of the congregation presented an appropriate program.
Several outside clergymen assisted the resident pastor, Rev. J. Havlik, in conductng the rites, they being Rev. B.A. Filipi of Clarkson, Rev. J. Leksa of Thurston and Rev. Frank Pokorny of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Just before going to Press we were informed that Rev. Leksa was called to Cuba, Kansas to attend the funeral of his friend, Rev. Drobny, who died in Chicago this week.According to Clement Kuska, County Agricultural Extension agent, four precincts have now started the dress form work in Colfax county. They are Richland, Grant, Adams and Wilson. If you need any help in this line, write to one of the following leaders: Mrs. Joe Holoubek, Schuyler; Miss Gertrude Steinholm, Richland; Mrs. Jos. Blecha, Clarkson or Mrs. Emil Ahrens, Clarkson, Route 5.
A brand new little daughter arrived Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Cerv.
Last evening Adolf Jindra and his mother went to Howells and from there left this morning in company with Mrs. Frank M. Kopietz and her son, Amos, for New Auburn, Wisc., on a visit to relatives.
October 13, 1921 - reprinted November 29, 1989Miss Vera Heun arrived in Howells for a few days' visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George W. Heun.
John J. and William Kovar of Howells were giving their attention to some business matters at the county seat Friday.
Vencil Balak motored from Howells to West Point, where some business required his attention.
Robert Peltzer was over from Stanton. He is the same old Bob and is always ready with that hearty hand shake of his.
W.C. Hronek of Schuyler was in this part of the county, giving attention to his large volume of legal business which he controls in the north end of the county.
Lawrence Bogner and Herman Blechwehl, students at the Dworak School of Accounting in Omaha, were in Howells a few days visiting relatives and friends.
Otto Zacek and John Clatanoff of West Point were in this area giving attention to legal matters. Mr. Zacek through his upright and satisfactory manner has been giving such good satisfaction to his clients in Cuming county that his services are sought by all that are in need of expert legal service. His acquaintance in the south end of the county and his knowledge of the needs of the people especially is valuable to those who use such good judgment as to employ him when in need of legal advice.
P.E. McKillip, well-known real estate man of Humphrey and Columbus, was in this area looking after business in his line.
Mr. and Mrs. George Engel and little daughter of Lindsay, visited over Sunday at the home of the lady's mother, Mrs. Marie Folda at Howells.
Miss Lena Misek, the popular saleslady at the Sucan Bros. store, Howells, resigned her position and, no doubt, she will be greatly missed by those who have been fortunate enough to have dealt with her.
The farmers are busy picking corn and reports are very favorable, most are that corn runs around 40 bushels and some as high as 50 to 55 and all of choice quality. All would be lovely if only the price took a turn for the better and began creeping up instead of going down, but at the present price of about 22c for old corn it does not seem like much of a money maker for the farmer.
Emma, the six-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Holoubek is laid up with a severe attack of lung fever. Dr. Myers makes regular calls at the home.
Charles Glodowski and wife and A.V. Bobisud of Rogers were in Omaha and whle there Mr. Bobisud purchased a Ford touring car. The railroad company allowed him $500 for damages when his car was wrecked last July.
A small excitement was caused in Howells near the noon hour when a young team belong to Leo Wolff made a lively run through the main street. Mr. Wolff and Telephone Manager Dutcher were loading telephone poles on a wagon and when the first pole was loaded, the young team became frightened and took away at a spirited gait. The team was stopped near the Kovar store when they ran into Dr. Schultz's Buick sedan, breaking one of the side glasses and the panel frame. No other damage was done.
Dr. Myers reports the birth of a baby girl at the Frank Misek home and a boy at the R. Prusa home.
For Sale: Several extra choice thoroughbred Poland China boars, weighing from 100 to 250 lbs. Prices range from $20 to $40. Can furnish pedigree upon request. Fred Kucera, 1 mile east and 5 miles north of Clarkson.
Jos. Mundil, J.L. Stransky, Ed Makovsky and Julius Wacha were in Wahoo attending a K. of P. initiation and also a district convention of the order.
Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Hyland of Stanton were in Clarkson Saturday. Mr. Hyland was here in the ineterest of looking after his property now occupied by the Clarkson café.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stanek, Jr. and the gentleman's mother, Mrs. Anna Stanek motored down from Omaha to spend a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Jos. F. Dovracek of near Leigh.
Mrs. Jos. S. Teply is having lumber hauled out from the Ney-Schneider-Jenkins Co.'s yards to her home in Stanton county for the erection of a two-room addition to the dwelling place. The farm is occupied for several years by Wm. Busch.
F.J. Miller and family made a trip to St. Paul for an over-Sunday visit with Mr. Miller's brother, Louis. They were accompanied by M. Lebens and family of Lindsay.
The members of St. John's Catholic church in Howells came in a large number and before night there was a new roof on the parsonage.
Adolph Svitak and Miss Marie Pocta were married at St. John's church, Sunday, by Father Drbal, Howells. Mr. Svitak is known as a prosperous farmer of Stanton county, while his bride is a stranger to most people, having arrived in this country only a short time ago, since when she was making her home with her uncle, James J. Marik and his family.
Mrs. Anton Faiman of Clarkson visited with her daughters, Misses Edna and Esther, employed as teachers in the Howells public school.
Baument & Bogner, Howells, report a flourishing business the past week, having sold grain elevators to Louis Busch, Frank Vondruska, Louis Schwartz and an inside cup elevator to Conrad Knust. They also sold and are installing Moline vacuum heating systems for Fiser & Co., Jos. Drahota and William Baumert. Additional business was done in the stove line as they sold four large kitchen ranges. Not bad business after all.
Rev. Brucker of Leigh came near having a serious automobile wreck last week. While coming to town he caught up with Wm. Bierbaum, who was driving along at a low speed, and in passing him swerved directly in front of Mr. Bierbaum's car. In making the turn, Rev. Brucker reduced the speed and the result was that his car was hit from the rear by Mr. Bierbaum, who could not have prevented it on account of the short distance between the autos. The cars were only slightly damaged.
October 13, 1921 - reprinted December 6, 1989The sale of Duroc Jersey hogs at the W.J. Korte farm in Leigh was a decided success. The 30 head of young boars and gilts sold at an average of $26, the top price being $41. The two young bulls were also sold, the larger one being purchased by Peter Hogendorn for $66, and the smaller animal was bid in by Gerd Huismann for $40.
Julius Skoda at Leigh traded the old George Koch farm north of town, which was owned by Misek Bros. of Howells, to P.E. McKillip for a stock of implements in Madison. In the deal the farm was valued at $212.50 per acre.
A.H. Wieboldt of Leigh closed a deal whereby Will Naber purchased the 120 acres of land just east of town from F.C. Shultz [sic] of Clarkson. In the deal Mr. Schultz took in a 160 acres belong to Naber and located at Verdel. Schultz received $275 per acre, while Mr. Naber's land went in at $150 per acre. Both tracts are unimproved.
Adolph Zabka is about these days with a dislocated shoulder. A week ago he was helping fix up a furnace at the Leigh schoolhouse when he fell off of a scaffold with the afore mentioned result.
One-half a city block on South Fourth street in Albion was destroyed by fire last week, with a damage estimated at about $25,000. About half of the loss was covered by insurance.
The buildings burned consisted of the Wilson studio, Stalker Brothers' garage, and the Modern Woodmen hall. About five or six automobiles which were in the garage were also destroyed.While J.W. Svoboda was returning to town from an inspection of one of his farms, he ran into a ditch east of Lindsay, according to the Humphrey Democrat.
A rattle developed in the running apparatus of the car and Mr. Svoboda had his mind set on locating the trouble while he was driving along and before he knew it he had left the road and the car landed in a ditch alongside the road with three broken wheels and a bent fender. Mr. Svoboda escaped unhurt from the wreck.There is some story running up and down the street, that while in a way (to the victim) it is a tragedy, the public cannot help but smile. According to the Pender Times, a local dealer in booze was asked by a stranger if he would like to buy a barrel of alcohol for $265, and proceeded to give the aforesaid dealer a sample of the fluid he was offering to sell.
The usual price is around $500. The Pender man became enthusiastic and rustled the coin, taking in a couple of friends on the deal. The barrel was turned over upon payment of the funds with the assurance of the stranger that he would stay and see that the barrel's contents measured out right. The barrel was tapped and the first "draw" was fine - then it stopped flowing. Investigation showed the artist who sold the Pender fellows had filled a bottle with alcohol, fitted the mouth of the bottle to the barrel, had it braced from all sides and the end, so it would stay in place and filled the barrel with water. You can guess the rest. Of course he immediately took a car for Sioux City. It seems that there are drawbacks in every kind of business.
October 20, 1921 - reprinted November 22, 1989Edward Vitek, Albin Vraspir and Frank J. Zrust returned from a several days' hunting excursion. The boys pitched up their camp in Holt county and enjoyed a good time, however, they report that ducks and prairie chickens are not as plentiful at this stage of the season as usually is the case, owing to the extremely warm weather we are having this fall. In spite of this handicap, they were successful in bringing home a goodly number of wild fowl.
E.J. Pokorny is assisting John Roether as mail carrier on route four on account of eye trouble with which John is suffering at the present.
Rudolph Tomes, son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Tomes of this city, is enrolled at the Creighton dental college in Omaha. Rudolph is a bright and studious young man and has the best wishes of his many friends in the new venture.
Frank J. Houfek, one of the prominent farmers from south of Howells, was in town on business matters. He was accompanied by his daughter.
Blahoslav Novotny returned from the east, where he visited for several weeks. He remained with the Losa family at Pittsburgh, Pa., for some time and from there proceeded to New York City and other eastern points. After a brief rest at home, Blahoslav returned to his work as a traveling salesman for a wholesale drug firm.
Mr. and Mrs. Jos. F. Jirovec and Vance Kolarik made a motor trip to Schuyler yesterday.
Herman Miller and family were up from Lindsay, spending a few hours at the F.J. Miller home.
Frank Jonas and Emil Fendrich and wives were in Schuyler attending funeral serices for Mrs. Vavricek.
Mrs. George Spulak returned from Nickerson and Fremont, where she visited with her sisters, Mesdames Louis and George Spangler.
Bob Tomes, who is making his home in Dodge, was here for an over-Sunday visit with friends.
Paul P. Platz and family motored up from David City for a day's visit at the home of his sister, Mrs. Anton Odvarka, Jr.
V.J. Chleboun is at Boone county, upervising the erection of a new corn crib and making other improvements on his farm, north of Cedar Rapids.
Joe and Frank Vacin and their sister, Martha, who moved lately to Brainard, were in Clarkson visiting Saturday and Sunday.
Wm. Rosicky, who is practicing chiropractory at Harlan, Iowa, was here visiting his parents. He returned home in company with his nephew, Lambert Cinfel, who will remain with him for some time.
October 20, 1921 - reprinted December 6, 1989Federal Judge Woodrough of the federal report, signed a decree authorizing the public sale of the plant and real estate of the Wells-Abbott-Nieman company of Schuyler. The present plant is valued at several hundred thousand dollars.
The order places the sale date at Monday, Nov. 21, at the north front door of the Colfax county courthouse.The following birth were reported at Schuyler this week: a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. John Sedlacek; daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph G. Hejtmanek and a son to Mr. and Mrs. Emil Severyn.
Mrs. Julia McDonald, a pioneer resident of Schuyler passed away after a brief illness due to a stroke of paralysis. She suffered a stroke Sept. 22, the 84th anniversary of her birth. She passed into unconsciousness immediately and never regained consciousness.
A change is expected to take place at the Schuyler postoffice to conform to the plans inaugurated by Postmaster General Hays to improve the service. Some of the employees will receive a boost in salary, and others will be reduced in hours of time spent in the service. Sam VanHousen, the latest addition to the postal force is expecting to get the axe, and according to tentative plans will be reduced to a three-hour day, at the rate of 60c per hour.
There is a further probability that the force may suffer a further reduction following the closing of the Wells-Abbott-Nieman company plant and the consequent reduction of revenue at the local office.C.B. Biggs resumed his work as station agent at the Union Pacific station in Schuyler, after a 10 weeks' vacation caused by injuries suffered when the L.J. Michaelson car was wrecked east of Clarkson. Mr. Bigg's wrist was so wrenched that he has been unable to use his arm much since.
Mr. Michaelson, accompanied by Messrs. Biggs, Smersh and Father Wells, were motoring to Leigh to attend a Masonic meeting, when their car was wrecked near the bridge east of Clarkson, caused by insufficient warning for the detour, and the sharp turn necessary threw the car into a ditch and Mr. Biggs was severely injured.
The chief surgeon for the Union Pacific thinks that the injuried member will improve with light use now, and if not, an operation will be necessary.Frank Ferenc, Clyde Karel, Filbert Wacha and JOs. Cibulka went to Omaha to take in the aerial meet.
Mr. and Mrs. M. Grover of Cedar Rapids, made a brief stop here at the Anton Odvarka [home?] on their way to Omaha.
Mrs. Moore, who has been spending several days at the home of her son, W.J. Moore, departed for Dallas, S.D., where she will make her home with her daughter, Mrs. John Schultz.
Mr. and Mrs. Emil Folda, Jos. Mundil and his mother were at Howells attending the lecture by Dr. Sachs of Omaha, on cancer prevention.
Wm Severa is here from Pilger for several days visiting with home folks.
Miss Emma Maliha came over from Dodge for a brief visit at home. She returned to Dodge where she is still filling the vacancy in school.
M. Lebens and family of Lindsay spent a few hours here at the F.J. Miller home.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hejtmanek, who have been occupying the Zacek dwelling in the west part of town, moved in the Kunc residence just vacated by Mr. and Mrs. Albert O'Brien who in a short time will take possession of their new residence in the soutwest portion of town which is about to be completed.
Joseph R. Vitek, has a force of men erecting a modern garage on his residence property.
Mrs. E.H. Slama was an Omaha visitor returning home on Sunday afternoon.
October 20, 1921 - reprinted October 11, 1989Edward and Louis Rozmarin and families of Leigh visited with relatives in Howells.
Anton Janata and Frank Bazata were in Schuyler where business matters demanded their presence.
The first chapter in the wedded life of Frank C. Kratochvil of Clarkson and Miss Antonia L. Poledna of Howells was attained on Tuesday morning on which day they set the date of their marriage. The performance of the nuptial affair consummated at the altar of St. John's Catholic Church at Howells and gave aspect of a very fashionable autumn wedding party. The ceremony was witnessed by a large throng of friends and relatives. The escorts of the bridal pair were Misses Alma Poledna and Sylvia Kabes and Messrs. John Poledna and Jerome Brabec, all of whom are closely related to the bride and groom. Alice Knight and Marlowe Roether of Clarkson enacted the roles of ring bearers. After leaving the chapel, the bridal pair, attendants and guests returned to the bride's home in Howells where an acceptible reception was held. In the evening a complimentary ball was given in honor of the wedded couple at the Boh. Nat. hall at Howells, music for which was supplied by the Jirovec orchestra of Clarkson. Several hundred guests from Clarkson and Howells responded to the invitation by attending the dance.
The groom is a son of Mrs. Mary Kratochvil of Clarkson, having spent his boyhood days in these presence. He is endowed with the qualifications of a prepossessing young man and will make an affectionate husband. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Poledna of Howells, where she counted her friends by her acquaintance. She is a young lady of captivating beauty and highly entrancing traits of character. For a number of years she held a position at the Howells post-office and was considerably active in the social affairs of that city.
Mr. and Mrs. Kratochvil will make their home in Clarkson, and on November 1st will take charge of the Kubik confectionery and ice cream parlor. The Press offers heartiest congratulations to the bridal pair wishing them many years of wedded life filled with life's richest blessings.A large residence lot in best section of town, will be exchanged for Liberty Bonds. Bonds taken in at face value. For other information see us. Odvarka Bros., Clarkson, Nebr.
Peter Zak was manager of the Farmers Shipping Association in Clarkson. August shippers of livestock from this point to the Omaha Market were P.B. Hampl, Frank M. Kopietz, Jos. E. Zrust, Vinc. Mrstik, Jos. Kabes, Edw. Cimfel, Mrs. Hermie Fillipi, Chas. Suchan, N.B. Balzer, Vinc and Anton Fendrych, Frank R. Richtig, Frank and Anton Vrbicky. Total 27 cars.
The Press Office offered the following big newspaper special: Omaha Daily and Sunday News, 1 year, $6.00; Colfax County Press, 1 year, $2,00; Farm Journal, 1 year. .25; Farm and Fireside, 1 year, .50; Woman's World 1 year, .50. All for $7.25.
Mrs. Emil Tomes is offering her residence at auction on Saturday, Oct. 1. The property is located in the northeast part of town and consists of a five-acre tract, six room house, barn, large hog house, chicken coop, and other out buildings. Electric lights, telephone, plenty of good water. Fenced and cross-fenced with woven wire. Three acres of good stand of alfalfa. This is an ideal place for poultry raising.
The reason for the sale of this property is that the family will move to Omaha on account of the educational facilities.Prazak Motor Co. offered the following Ford reduction prices: Runabout $325.00, Touring $355.00, Sedan $665.00, Coupe $595.00, Chassis $295.00, Truck $445.00 and Tractor $625.00.
New prices of Paige cars at Richtig Bros. in Clarkson were: Glenbrook, 6-44, 5-Pass. Touring $1635; Lenox, 6-44, 3-Pass. Roadster $1635; Ardmore, 6-44, 4-Pass. Sport Car $1925; Lakewood, 6-66, 7-Pass. Touring $2875; Larchmont II, 6-66, 5-Pass. $2975; Daytona, 6-66, 3-Pass. Roadster $3295.
The above prices were for Open Cars. Prices below are for Closed Cars: Couple, 6-44, 4-Passenger $2450; Sedan, 6-44, 5-passenger $2570; Coojple, 6-66, 5-Passenger $3755; Sedan, 6-66, 7-Passenger $3830; Limousine, 6-66, 7-Passenger $4030.Condensed statements from report of the five Folda Banks in Colfax County showed total deposits of $2,324.080.95 with total loans, discounts and bonds $2,148.512.82.
Officers at the Banking House of F. Folda, Schuyler, were E.F. Folda, president; M.F. Folda, vice-president; Jaroslav Folda, cashier; Bertha Folda dn K.J. Folda, assistant cashiers.
Officers of the Colfax County Bank at Howells were Emil Folda, president; E.F. Folda, vice-president; J.M. Folda, vice president and F.C. Hrabak, cashier.
Officers at Clarkson State Bank in Clarkson were Emil Folda, president; Fred Jelinek, M.J. Mundil and Longin Folda, vice presidents; Emil Petr, cashier; Jos. Mundil and Frank J. Vidlak, assistant cashiers.
Farmers & Merchants Bank at Linwood had as its officers: Emil Folda, president; J.M. Mundil, vice president; F.F. Mundil, cashier and I.D. Mundil, assistant cashier.
Bank of Rogers, Rogers, officers were: E.F. Folda, president; Jaroslav Folda, vice president; Frank Dudek, Jr., cashier.
October 20, 1921 - reprinted December 13, 1989Cholera Danger to Hogs of Nebraska Is On An Increase.
Danger of a state-wide spread of hog cholera was announced by the bureau of animal industry of the state department of agriculture.
According to the report there have been outbreaks of cholera in nearly every hog raising county in the state and is certain localities, such as southern Otoe county and counties bordering the Platte River, the disease has gained serious proportions. Some owners, it is reported have suffered a loss as high as 90 percent of their entire herd.New low prices of corn have opened in all parts of north Nebraska, several towns reporting sales of old shelled corn at 20c to 22 cents a bushel. One farmer who sold his oats at Norfolk last week took hard coal in exchange, indicting little basis for the persistent reports that farmers have decided to burn corn as a fuel. One farmer reported that he had decided to snap a load of new corn and give it a test as fuel for the kitchen stove. He believed that new corn would sell under 20 cents and at that price he thought it would be cheaper to burn than high-priced coal.
A large residence lot in the best section of town, will be exchanged for Liberty Bonds. Bonds taken in at face value. For other information see us. Odvarka Bros., Clarkson, Neb.
A special meeting of the American Legion, Vitek Post No. 180 is called to take place at the opera house. The purpose of the meeting is to organize a women's auxiliary of the American Legion. The sanctioning of this meeting makes it urgently necessary to have all Legion members present at the session who are also asked to bring their lady friends along with them.
Membershp in the auxiliary shall be limited to the mothers, wives, daughters and sisters of the members of the American Legion, and to the mothers, wives, daughters and sisters of all men and women who were in the military or naval service of the United States between April 6, 1917, and November 11, 1918, and died in line of duty or after honorable discharge and prior to November 11, 1920.
The auxiliary shall be governed in each department of the American Legion by such rules and regulations as may be prescribed by the National Executive Committee and thereafter approved by such department of the legion. Eligibility has been defined to mean: Any person related to any member of the Legion either by birth or law under the name of mother, wife, sister or daughter is entitled to membership in this organization. After completing the business affairs of the meeting the evening wll be spent in a sociable manner.Sunday, October 16, 1921, will be indelibly inscribed into the history annals of the Presbyterian congregation in Maple Creek precinct on which day the dedication of their new church took place. The new edifice has been formally turned over to serve its spiritual cause in the presence of many people who came from far and near to witness the program which was delivered out precisely in accordance to the previous announcement. Rev. Frank Pokorny of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Rev. B.A. Filipi of Clarkson and Rev. J. Havlik were the principle speakers. Solemn services were conducted in the forenoon and in the afternoon a popular pgoram and feast prevailed.
Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Pacas, who are making this community their home, moved to Schuyler where they will establish their permanent home. Mr. Pacas has employment at one of the garages at that place.
Dr. Kavan presented the Anton Bourek family in Stanton county with an 8 1/2 lb. boy the past week.
Marshal Svoboda summoned Louis Faltys before Justice Pokorny on a charge of violating the speed ordinance of our village. Mr. Faltys plead not guilty to the charges and will stand a court trial.
Rev. and Mrs. A.B. Filipi returned home from a two weeks' trip in the east. They spent the first days of their journey in Cleveland, Ohio, where Mr. Filipi had been delegated to the national convention of the American Red Cross as representative of the Colfax county chapter. From Cleveland they proceeded to Pittsburg, Pa., and other eastern points for a visit with former friends and relatives.
A meeting of the Colfax county Red Cross organization will be held at the Zion church, southeast of Clarkson, Sunday afternoon, October 23. All interested in the welfare of Red Cross work are requested to attend as important questions will be settled.
Dr. Knight reports the birth of a fine baby girl at the Frank Podany, Jr., home.
Frank J. Hobza purchased of Lada Hanel the residence lot owned by the later [sic] in Rosicky's subdivison.
The large Thermos bottle, for which raffling tickets were sold for the benefit of the public library, will be raffled off during the moving picture show Sunday evening.
Vaclav Hanel returned from Cuba, Kansas, where he was called by the death of his aged uncle, George Hanel, who died at the age of eighty-eight years.
We have been appointed local agents for the Beatrice Creamery Co. and are prepared to handle all business in this line. Highest prices paid for cream. You get your check upon delivery. A.J. Karel & Sons
Estrayed. Two eight months old calves from my place in Midland precinct. One a roan steer and the other a spotted heifer. Anyone knowing of their presence please notify me. Ladislav Kvetensky, R.1, Clarkson, Neb.
Frank J. Rychtig sold the residence property he owned for a number [of] years in the southeast part of Clarkson, to Jos. Bures of the Leigh neighborhood. Frank accepted $2,600 in cash and a used traffic truck for the property. Mr. and Mrs. Bures will leave the farm in charge of their two sons and will move to town to take a deserved rest.
A change will take effect in the ownership of the Kubik restaurant in Clarkson, the present owner having sold out to Frank Kratochvil. The new proprietor is well acquainted with the restaurant business, having worked there at numerous times and needs no introduction to the local public. Mr. Kubik, who conducted the place with credit to himself for many years, feels that he is entitled to a rest which he intends to spend with his mother and brothers at Wolf Point, Montana.
Lada Hanel, who is still on the carpenter job at Omaha was here for a visit with his wife.
October 20, 1921 - reprinted December 20, 1989James A. Drahota probably the largest land owner in this viciity, traded one of his farms for a large implement stock at Madison. The land he turned in was a 480-ranch which he owned in Holt county and we are informed that the stock of implements he received in exchange is one of the largest and cleanest stocks within a large radius. Mr. Drahota in order to reduce the stock has made arrangements to hold a sale of the implements next Saturday and Monday, the 22nd and 24th of this month, at which time it is his intention to make such prices on the goods offered for sale which will make the pre-war prices look sick and it would be well for farmers who will need machinery next spring to make arrangements to go to Madison either Saturday or Monday and take advantage of this wonderful price-slashing sale.
Anton Janata and Anton Kunhart were giving their attention to business matters at Stanton.
Mrs. Palmateer, at one time a resident of Howells, now living in Texico, New Mexico, and for several weeks visiting near Newman Grove, arrived in Howells last week for a visit with her friends, the Walker sisters.
James Krajicek and Jos. Roh, jr., of Bruno, were in Howells attending to business matters.
John Metzger, the old reliable plumber and heating specialist of Leigh, was in Howells rebuilding the Geo. W. Heun heating plant.
P.E. McKillip, the most prominent real estate dealer in eastern Nebraska, who resides at Columbus, was in Howells looking after interests in his line.
Mr. and Mrs. William Kovar went to Omaha where Mr. Kovar is buying new goods for his large store and in order to be sure that he gets the best up-to-date goods possible he had Mrs. Kovar assist him making the selections.
County Treasurer George W. Smith was in Howells giving his attention to county business.
James A. Drahota motored to Madison where he completed arrangements for the large implement sale that he is going to put on Saturday and Monday.
The following statement taken from records at South Omaha will no doubt be of interest to farmers. It shows what the highest price paid for live stock was during the month of September this year and also in 1913 before the war when everybody thought that those were pretty good times:
Corn fed beef steers: 10.50 in 1921; 9.35 in 1913.
Feeding steers: 7.50 in 1921; 8.30 in 1913.
Cows and heifers: 7.50 in 1921; 8.30 in 1913
Hogs: 9.35 in 1921; 8.75 in 1913
The av. wght. of hogs: 287 in 1921; 249 in 1913Attorney W.C. Hronek of Schuyler was looking after legal matters for his clients at Howells.
Mrs. Phil Roether and Miss Josie Novotny were down from Clarkson on a shopping mission.
The SS. Peter and Paul's congregation made a purchase of a new bellfor their magnificent church. It was set in the belfry this week.
A fire alarm was given summoning the fire department to the John Cedja residence. A spark from the chimney set fire to the roof and luckily the blaze was noticed in time before the blaze spread. The fire boys were on the scene in a few minutes after the alarm was sounded and with the use of the chemical the flames were soon subdued. The fire caused only small damage to the shingles.
Ben Haas and family motored to Fremont for the day's visit with friends.
Dr. Groeteke is nursing the forefinger of his left hand as a result of a severe gash. Dr. Hebenstriet gave needed attention to the injured member.
Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dlouhy of Maple Creek precinct, a fine baby girl. Dr. Myers was called to the assistance of Dr. Stork.
J.W. Muller will leave for Omaha where he had been drawn by the federal court as a grand juror for the fall term.
Last week Chas. W. Konvalin became owner a half-section tract of land near Pilger which for some time had been jointly owned by Messrs. F.C. Hrabak and Mike Hader of Howells. Mr. Konvalin turned in on the deal his residence, property occupied by the Kolash family and a quarter-section owned by him north of Leigh.
Miss Bessie Herout and Mrs. Joseph Vondruska were in Omaha. On their return they were accaompnied by Mrs. Herout who spent the last eight weeks in a hospital.
Mrs. Ladislav Skocpol and children arrived here from Crete for a few days visit at the home of her aunt, Mrs. Emil Folda.
John Novotny and wife came up from Schuyler for a brief visit with relatives. Mr. Novotny is planning to leave soon for his home in Texas.
Mrs. F.W. Noh left for Omaha to pay a visit to her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Robert Noh, of Scottsbluffs, who underwent an operation for appendicitis.
Emil Ferenc, who but recently disposed of his meat market at Mrose Bluffs, is spending a few days here.
Clarkson Markets: Wheat, 80c; Oats, 17c-19c; Corn, 21c-23c; Rye, 50c; Hogs, $7.50; Butter, 23c; Eggs, 33c
Mr. and Mrs. James Palik left with their Paige car for Excelsior Springs, Mo., where they expect to remain for about two weeks.
Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Hamsa visited at the home of Mrs. Hamsa's sister, Mrs. V.F. Beza, and family at Bellwood. On their return trip they were accompanied by Mrs. Beza and her two little daughters.
Friends here are in receipt of an announcement of the marriage of Fred Bakenhus to Miss Dorothy Stevens. They were married at DeQueen, Arkansas, on September 27th. Mr. Bakenhus is a former resident of Leigh and formerly conducted the shoe store here.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Mike Bruhn a daughter. Mr. Bruhn and family now reside near the Ochsner ranch.
Blahoslav Novotny, who is now traveling for a wholesale drug house, was in Leigh.
A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ben Callies.--Leigh World.
October 20, 1921 - reprinted December 27, 1989The secret marriage of Miss Esther Svoboda of this city and Charles Kutin, now of Traer, Ia., occurred the forepart of the month at the county seat. The love conspiracy was carefully planned and carried out very quietly. The young people made their exit early in the morning and immediately after the performance of the ceremony proceeded to their new abode in Iowa, where Mr. Kutin follows the mason trade. The bride is a daughter of John F. Svoboda of this city. Prior to his locating in Iowa, Charles was working for his brother, Edward, in Clarkson for a number of years.
The A.J. Karel family took possession of their new home which has just been completed. They are now comfortably located and enjoying the luxuries of the modern dwelling which is a great improvement to the residential section of Clarkson.
While making an official trip to Howells Sheriff Bartunek had a narrow escape from serious injury or possible death when his Ford car completly turned over and plunged down from the bridge near the F. Vrba farm several miles north of Schuyler.
Joe had been driving along at a fair rate of speed when his car suddenly fell into a hole on the approach of the ridge with one of the front wheels. This caused the car to turn over two times and then righting itself in an upright position in channel.
Mr. Bartunek suffered only a few bruises caused by the glass from the windshield, his body being held secure between the steering wheel and the seat. The car was only slightly damaged to the extent of the windshield and one fender.
With the assistance of the neighbors, the car was pulled out from under the bridge and the sheriff proceeded on his mission to Howells. According to his assertion, Joe feels like a newly born as it is a miracle, that he made such a fortunate escape.Dr. Knight was hurriedly called out to the John Kalisek farm northwest of Clarkson, to attend Mr. Kalisek who was badly hurt in an accident which befell him on that day. Mr. Kalisek had been engaged in field work and while driving in a wagon he reached out over the dash for some reason or other and while in that position was forcibly thrown from the wagon by the sudden stopping of his team. He fell in such a manner as to inflict three broken ribs and other internal injury. His condition is greatly improved at this writing.
Rev. J. Havlik, pastor of Zion church, left for Cedar Rapids, Iowa,to attend a district conference of the Presbyterian synod. He is sent out as a delegate to represent his pastorate. From Cedar Rapids Rev. Havlik will depart for Saratoga, Iowa, his former place of residence.
The young people of this community engaged in teaching rural schools in Stanton county were at Stanton the forepart of the week attending the teachers' institute of that county. Those who went down on Monday's passenger train are Misses Tillie Svoboda, Kalixta Teply, Ida Krofta and Nathan Moore and Rudolph Rosicky.
Sorrowful tidings announced the sudden death of Rudolph Hartl, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Hartl, residing twelve miles northwest of Clarkson, were spread broadcast. Upon inquiry we learned that the young man died on Tuesday evening after a brief siege of throat trouble which later developed into an acute case of bright's disease. He was a sturdy boy of not quite twenty years of age and always had been enjoying robust health, taking sick about three weeks ago.
The deceased was born in Stanton county and was the eldest of a family of eleven children. Besides the sorrow-stricken parents he is survived by five brothers and five sisters.
The funeral will be held tomorrow forenoon, Friday, from the family home with burial into the Clarkson cemetery. Services will be conducted in honor of the deceased at the local Presbyterian church by Rev. Filipi.The city officers ordered that the day's run at the city municipal light plant be put on hereafter at 6:00 o'clock a.m. instead of 7:30. The change is found much more convenient by those using light or current early in the morning. It is right that we commend the city board and the force at the plant on the splendid service we are receiving since the establishment of the new station.
October 21, 1921 - reprinted January 3, 1990Mrs. V. Simerl is confined to her bed with a serious kidney illness and under the care of a trained nurse and Dr. Meyer.
The Catholic Sokol girls gathered at the Poledna home and tendered Miss Antonia Poledna with a shower of misellaneous articles for which she will find need in her household after the coming week. Various games were played and a sumptuous luncheon added to the pleasure of the occasion.
Theo. Axen, the new salesman at the Palik store, is the proud daddy of a bouncing boy which arrived at their jome. Dr. Hebenstrlet reports the family is doing well.
Ben Schlecht who has been living on the old Bristol place north of town, moved into the vicinity of Norfolk. He moved his personal belongings on board of trucks, Howells Motor Co. and Thos. Nadrchal each making a truck load.
Frank Fiser and Alex Hruby went to Omaha to make purchase of additional stock for their merchandise store.
John Hobza of Maple Creek precinct was suddenly taken ill with kidney trouble and the advice of Dr. Meyer, left immediately for Rochester, Minn., for consultation with the famous specialists of that city.
Mrs. Fanny Dvorak had as guests at her home her sister, Mrs. Marie Matejka and daughter, Georgia, and Mrs. Jos. Crow of St. Paul.
A jolly bunch of Howells young people consisting of the following named—-Misses Sophia Prusa, Antonia Poledna, Barbara Pinker, Alma Poledna, Frances Stanek, Eleanor Rysavy, Maria Drahota, Tillie and Anna Karel, Bessie Herout, Agnes Folda, Anna Pekarek, Adela Dvorak and Helen Konsel and Messrs. James Karel, Jos. Havelka, Frank Peltz, Norman Folda, Jerry Vacha and Filbert Wacha and Frank Kratochvil of Clarkson, motored to Dwight where the ladies participated in an exhibition in the course of a picnic given by the Catholic Sokols of that place, They all spent a most enjoyable Sunday and feel well repaid for the trip.
An auto accident occured on the Black Hills Trail about five miles east of Stanton when a car ran into Cleve Troy, who was driving a team of mules along the road from the field to the farm house of Harry Nicholas, where M. Troy is employed. Mr. Troy was knocked about thirty feet to one side of the road, one arm was broken in two places and he was otherwise badly injured, In fact, so much so, that at first little hope was held for his recovery. He is now in a hospital in Norfolk. The car is supposed to have been an Iowa car, according to information obtained by Sheriff Eli Best, who went to work trying to apprehend the driver who failed to stop after the accident occurred. Thus far the driver has not been located. Mr. Troy is a married man with four small children. He suffered the loss of an eye last year, and this, is [sic] a way, might have been partly responsible for his recent misfortune. —Picket.
At a meeting the proposition of organizing a junior band at Stanton was practically assured. Forty-three students have signified their willingness to become members of the band, and of this number about fifteen have instruments. The ones having no instruments are making rapid strides toward the purchase of suitable instruments and more definite information as to the exact number will be known Friday, as that is the day set for the reporting on the purchase of instruments. A meeting will be held in the city hall at which time it is hoped for a complete organization. —Picket.
The Platte County Union of the Farmers Educational and Cooperative Union held their annual meeting at Platte Center.
The price agreed upon by the convention for corn husking was 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 cents per bushel.
The following resolution was adopted:
Believing as we do that our county taxes have become a burden at this time and that our county board of supervisors are spending money regardless of the burden they are placing on the taxpayers, both in road and other matters, and having no means to ascertain except by personal inspection if the claims are excessive, therefore be it resolved
That it is the sense of this meeting that a committee of three be selected by this convention to inspect those claims and ascertain if excessive and have power to act in those matters and also make a complete report to this convention at each quarterly meeting. —Humphrey Democrat.In commemoration of the event of their marriage which took place fifty years ago, a reception and dinner was given in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Werkmeister, Sr., Saturday, October 8th, at the country home of Mr. and Mrs. William Wittgow, with whom the elderly couple make their home. More that half hundred guests were present to recall with them memories of the past half centuries and to wish them many more years crowded with such happy events.
Mr. and Mrs. Werkmeister were married in New York City, October 8th, 1871. They lived there for two years and then came to Nebraska where they have ever since made their home except for eight years spent in Colorado.
They have five children and all of these were present to celebrate the golden wedding. There are also eighteen grandchildren and they too, assisted in commemorating the golden anniversary. A notable feature was the fact that none of the third generation is married.
Though Mr. and Mrs. Werkmeister have reached the advanced age of 77 and 76 respectively, they are still in good health and enjoyed the day immensely. Their children are Henry and Herman Werkmeister and Mrs. William Wittgow of Madison; Mrs. Wymer of Stanton and Mrs. Machmuller of Norfolk. Other relatives from a distance were Mrs. Lucy Weber of Omaha and Mrs. Keler of Norfolk.Romaine Rybinski of Spalding is somewhat at sea as to just where he stands before the world. He is even puzzled a little as to whether he is legally in the world. He feels that he is, and people who talk to him insist he is no ghost, but you never can tell.
Friday, Rybinski walked into Legion headquarters and asked Mark Burke for a bit of advice. To begin with Rybinski enlisted from Platte county in the Great War. He gave his birthplace as "Tarnov", and the obliging clerk finished the designation up by adding "Nebraska".
That made him a citizen in the eyes of the military authorities, although as a matter of fact the Tarnov he had honored by making his first appearance was in far off Poland. He was made a member of Company B. First batallion of the 355th, and in the St. Mihiel salient was badly gassed. So badly that he was reported dead. Later he was discharged and his discharge says he was born in Tarnov, Nebraska.
Now he wants to become a citizen. The naturalization clerk looks at his discharge and says he is one. Also there is an army record that declares he is a "dead one".
And there you are. He cannot vote, being ineligible on two counts, that of being an alien and being dead. On the other hand the army records show that he was born in this country. They also show that he was killed in action. It is a devil of a mess. —Columbus Daily News.
October 21, 1921 - reprinted February 28, 1990John Krula of Schuyler was quite painfully injured last Sunday while north of Dublin church. Mr. Krula had stopped along the highway to visit with Frank Ruzicka. The cars were parked in both sides of the road, when Frank Kasal attempted to drive between them. Mr. Krula was struck, receiving two broken ribs. Mr. Kasal took the injured man to his home and medical attent ion was called. Mr. Krula is again able to be about.
T. J. Ryan moved his family and household goods to Omaha last week, Mr. Ryan having accepted a position with the Henningson Engineering Co. Mr. and Mrs. Ryan have been residents of Schuyler for the past nearly two years. He had charge of the construction work of the Wells-Abbott-Nieman company elevator at Schuyler. Mr. Ryan also built the Farmers elevator at Clarkson. Mr. and Mrs. Ryan were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. James Ryan, who will also make their home in Omaha.
William Kunkle, eight-year-old son of Mrs. Carrie Kunkle of Schuyler, had an accident Sunday afternoon about three o’clock that resulted in the breaking of both of his arms. He and another little boy were playing with a sand bag suspended from a tree, when he fell to the ground receiving two fractures of the left forearm and a fracture of the right forearm and a badly sprained wrist. The accident proved to be very painful. William is doing as well as can be expected under the unfortunate circumstances.
Henry Foltz of Schuyler, through his attorney, filed a petition in the district court against Frank J. Muller of Howells, resulting from an automobile collision near Cornlea, Platte county, September 21, when both cars were demolished and Mrs. Foltz was seriously injured according to the petition. The plaintiff brings action to recover $l,200 for the damage to his Buick car, $20O medical attention, and $500 damages by reason of being depived of his wife’s society and companionship. The plaintiff was driving a Buick, and the defendant a Pathfinder, and both cars were “side-swiped” and so badly demolished that both were reduced to a mass of junk, neither being considered worth repairing.
In spite of the rainy weather last Friday, the bankruptcy sale of Floyd Ayers personal property was fairly well attended, the receipts of the day’s sales having amounted to nearly $2000. This amount will approximately settle the claims of the two local banks, but the merchants to whom Ayers was indebted with all probability must suffer the loss as there remains no other property to be liquidated. Mrs. Ayers, who was deserted by her husband, is now on the county’s list, drawing monthly the amount of $30.00 as mother’s pension. It is said Ayers is to be hiding himself somewhere in Colorado, however, there is no conclusive proof available to this effect. This was the first foreclosure sale taking place in this community of late years, but it is thought that there will be more similar failures before next spring.
Alois A. Pimper, proprietor of the Howells battery station, was at Omaha the first of the week making purchase of various electrical goods for his stock. He was accompanied by Leo Weidner who went down to select necessary machinery for his pantorium which he expects to open before long.
Miss Pauline Miller of Leigh spent Sunday here with her friend, Miss Agnes Kolar.
Mr. and Mrs. James Palik, who have been at Excelsior Springs, Mo., the past three weeks, are reported to be on their way home and if all is well expect to be here by this evening.
Warning that Sunday dancing in Platte county must cease under penalty of arrest of the participants was issued by Deputy Sheriff Jaworski last Friday upon receipt of a letter from State Sheriff Gus Hyers of Lincoln, requesting such action. The letter came to Sheriff Kavanaugh but in his absence from the city, Deputy Jaworski handled the matter.
Hyers’ letter said in part:
"You are informed that we have complaints that they are holding dances in your city and your county on Sunday nights. This is against the state laws, and you will please stop further dances that may be held in your city and county on Sunday nights."
Deputy Jaworski promptly notified parties whom he knew had been conducting Sunday dances in the county that they would no longer be tolerated, and insofar as he has been able to acertain there was no terpsichorean indulgence within the limits of his domain Sunday evening. —Columbus Telegram.Four more wrestlers have been added to the card for the American Legion Athletic carnival at Columbus on Armistice day. They are Frank Buresh of Clarkson, Neb., who meets Ralph Ferris, of Palmer, Neb., at 170 and 165 pounds respectively.
Hugo Otoupalik, of Ames, Ia., vs. Stanley Buresh of Clarkson, Neb., both men wrestling at 175 pounds. The matches are of two falls out of three with time limit of one hour and the match to be decided on points if not won within the hour by two falls. Ferris is looked upon as a comer and won a decision over Glover in six minutes at Grand Island last week.
The Buresh brothers are both spoken of as being in the Stecher class, and Otoupalik, who claims to be the championship heavyweight of Iowa, has a record of three years as full back of the football team of the Nebraska university and was heavy weight wrestling champion of that institution. The completed bill is perhaps as imposing and significant as any event of this character during the past two decades. Two wrestlers, (one an exchampion) Stecher and Peters, each feeling that the coming match here will decide their right to force a try at the world championship.
October 27, 1921 - reprinted November 1, 1989Robert Peltzer, a former resident of near Howells, but now farming the E.E. Brodecky half section near Stanton was in Howells giving his attention to business matters.
The Howells schools were closed and the teachers all journeyed to Schuyler on that day to attend the teachers' institute held, there on Friday and Saturday.
It was a large and enthusiastic gathering held at the Firemen's Hall in Leigh Monday evening for the purpose of discussing the advisability of organizing a fair association. Nearly seventy-five farmers, breeders and business men were present and all were enthusiastic to proceed with the formation of a fair association. In order to being the initial details the meeting appointed three committees to begin the initial work.
The first committee will handle the proposition of finance, ways and means; this committee consists of Henry Dasenbrock, Will Korte and Frank Trojan. The second committee, on grounds and locaton, consists of John Hyland, Ed. Malena and Emil Ahrens. Another committee, on constitution and bylaws, consists of Chas. R. Kuhle, Joseph Blecha and Otto Weber.
It was decided that these committees report at another meeting to be held on Wednesday evening, Oct. 12th. All should be present at this meeting and help thresh out the details.Dr. A.C. Stokes and wife were here from Omaha Monday and the former, assisted by Dr., Eby performed an operation for hernia upon Mrs. Walter Hahn at the local hospital. The patient is recovering nicely. — Leigh World.
October 27, 1921 - reprinted January 10, 1990JOIN HANDS FOREVER
The first chapter in the wedded life of Frank C. Kratochvil of Clarkson and Miss Antonia L. Poledna of Howells was attained on Tuesday morning on which day they set the date of their marriage. The performance of the nuptial affair consummated at the altar of St. John’s Catholic church at Howells and gave aspect of a very fashionable autumn wedding party.
The ceremony was witnessed by a large throng of friends and relatives. The escorts of the bridal pair were Misses Alma Poledna and Sylvia Kabes and Messrs. John Poledna and Jerome Brabec, all of whom are closely related to the bride and groom. Alice Knight and Marlowe Roether of Clarkson enacted the roles of ring bearers.
After leaving the chapel, the bridal pair, attendants and guest returned to the bride’s home in Howells where an acceptible reception was held.
In the evening a complimentary ball was given in honor of the wedded couple at the Boh. Nat. hall at Howells, music for which was supplied by the Jirovec orchestra of Clarkson. Several hundred guests from Clarkson and Howells responded to the invitation by attending the dance.
The groom is the son of Mrs. Mary Kratochvil of Clarkson, having spent his boyhood days in these presence. He is endowed with the qualifications of a prepossessing young man and will make an affectionate husband. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Poledna, Howells, where she counted her friends by her acquaintance. She is a young lady of captivating beauty and highly entrancing traits of character. For a number of years she held a position at the Howells postoffice and was considerably active in the social affairs of that city.
Mr. and Mrs. Kratochvil will make their home in Clarkson, and will take charge of the Kubik confectionery and ice cream parlor. The Press offers heartiest congratulations to the bridal pair wishing them many years of wedded life filled with life’s richest blessings.The gallon Thermos bottle raffled off for the benefit of the public library was won by Miss Ida Krofta, the lucky number being 10. The drawing took place after the moving picture show and was witnessed by a large crowd.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Faltys, sr., entertained a number of young people at their home in Midland precinct at a birthday party given in honor of their daughter, Miss Elsie. Games and music occupied the greater part of the evening. Promptly at twelve a dainty two-course luncheon was served to the guests.
The guests departed at a late hour, having greatly enjoyed themselves and wishing Elsie many, many more happy birthdays.
Those present at the party were Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Cada, Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Faltys, Misses Sylvia Cada, Elsie Faltys, Alice Stoklasa, lone Telecky, Stella Tobias, Stella Sindelar, Loretta Faltys and Messrs. Edward Faltys, Adolf Balak, Stanley Tobias, Alvin Teply, Edwin Novotny, Joe Stoklasa, Bohus Cada, Stanley Cada, Frank Cada, Miles Sindelar, Bohus Sindelar and Robert Faltys.Chas. Hansen of Scribner filed a suit in the United States District Court of Minneapolis, Minn., against the Tram City Co., manufactures of farm tractors and plows, for $50,000 damages. Hansen alleged in his complaint that a short time after he purchased one of the company’s plow tractors in [sic] the spring holding the seat broke throwing him and causing the plow to cut him so that it was necessary to have his right foot amputated.
A carload of Colorado apples on U.P. tracks at Schuyler, Friday, and if any left Saturday. Prices $2.00 to $2.40. These apples are of good and select. Free from worms especially the wine-saps. Bring yoursacks. Please tell your neighbors. Car open after supper until 8:30.
The guessing contest conducted at the John F. Pimper store for some time was closed. The object of the contest was to guess the number of pairs of husking mitts exhibited in one of the show windows at the store. With each pair of mitts the purchaser was entitled to a guess and winners were to receive $15.00 in cash in two prizes.
The exact number of mitts placed in the window was 1921 and after divulging the submitted conjectures it was found that Frank Cinfel and John Podany are entitled to the first prize of $10.00, as both turned in the same number, estimating that there were 1920 pairs of mitts in the display.
The second prize, $5.00, was captured by Chas. Brabec, who missed the correct count by only three points, his guess being 1925. The next closest number was 1935. Comparing the numbers it was found that there was a variation of from 200 to 10,000, submitted by approximately 150 contestants taking part in the contest.Kiss Me Caroline? Yes! "Once to Every Man", Sunday evening at the opera house.
CLARKSON MARKETS
Wheat...... $.85
Oats...... .20
Corn...... .25
Rye....... .52
Hogs...... 7.00
Butter...... .23 Eggs...... .37
October 27, 1921 - reprinted January 17, 1990Messrs. R. V. Prokop and Oscar Hahn took charge of the Farmers State Bank, Creston, which passed into the hands of a new management and of which bank they are now stockholders. The others who have purchased stock in the bank are J. D. Wolf and William Hahn, both of whom are to be elected as members of the directorate. These four gentlemen now own controlling stock in the institution. Insofar as the meeting of the directors had not as yet been called it has been informally mentioned that J. D. Wolf will become president of the bank, while R. V. Prokop is to be the cashier and Oscar Hahn, assistant cashier. William Hahn is to be elected as one of the directors.
The bank has been doing a remarkable business since its establishment and we entertain hopes that the new management will be treated to the same courtesy of the Creston people as were their predecessors. In the change Oscar Hahn also became owner of the former cashier’s home, turning in on the deal a 160-acre tract of land owned by him for some years near Wessington, South Dakota.Special attention is called to Johns [sic] F. Pimper’s advertising, announcing a real special in aluminum ware. He is offering a $1.10 kitchen utensil for only 49 cents.
JOYS OF THE COUNTRY EDITOR
Elizabeth, N.J., News
Everybody has written about the trials and tribulations of the country editor, but few have written about his joys.
He stands ahead of the preacher, the lawyer and the public speaker, because he never talks to empty benches, but speaks in all the homes where his paper goes. He never makes impromptu speeches which generally disgust the audience, but writes with deliberation and premeditation. The preacher’s influence for good seldom reaches farther than his congregation, while the editor’s field for good reaches all the congregations of the county. The lawyer makes a great speech in the court house and only one or two hundred persons hear him, but when the editor writes good editorial it is copied in various papers.
The editor distributes more flowers than a florist and he asks nothing in return for them but thanks. The editor has an opportunity to do the individual citizen a service and he never hesitates to do it if consistent with his obligations to the public. The editor has an opportunity to convert men and women to his way of thinking on public questions. As the lighthouse on the shore warns the ships from the rocks the editor can warn the public from frauds and fakers. The editor has the greatest oppportunity to protect society from evil by standing for the law and creating public sentiment for it.
The editor never tires of boosting his town and county, and if both do not grow it is not his fault. He helps the deserving young men With words of commendation and restrains the old by words of warning. His field of usefulness is broader than anyone else in the community, and he does not get any returns for his efforts for settlement he has sufficient reward in seeing things get better. He rejoices in his opportunity for service to his fellow man, his town and his county, and goes on his way rejoicing, whether or not he gets any returns for it.THE PLIGHT OF CORN
With last year’s corn hardly above 23 cents and the new crop going into the elevator in most Nebraska communities at less than 20 cents, the subject of corn as a fuel becomes again a live one. Corn now brings about $7 a ton. Fairly good coal costs just about twice that. By burning corn the farmer saves the cost of hauling the corn to town and the coal to the country. The fuel value of the coal must accordingly be about twice that of corn, pound for pound, to justify the burning of coal instead of corn.
The staple memory of cheap corn to the present generation of Nebraskans goes back to the winter of 1896-7. Much corn was sold that winter for 9, 19 [sic], 11 and 12 cents. The new crop of corn for that winter for 9, 10, 11 and 12 money price of about 50 cents higher than the famous low level of 25 years ago. But the dollar of this year is worth less than one-half the dollar of 1896. In actual buying power, accordingly, corn of 1921 is considerably lower in price than the famous cheap corn of 1896. It takes seventy-five bushels of corn to buy as good a ton of coal now. A hundred bushels of 1896 corn bought a fairly good suit of clothes. It takes about 150 bushels to get an equivalent in clothes value now. As to the difference in taxes, one chokes when he considers it. So it goes down the list, with only a few exceptions.
These comparisons show how extraordinary is the plight of this year’s corn farmers. And let there be no doubt about it, this means a corresponding plight for those who live by trade with the farmers. The coal miners will feel it. The railroals, losing two tons of traffic for every ton of corn used for fuel, will feel it. We must face the fact that this bottomless corn market accentuates severely the industrial and financial problem, not of the corn belt only, but the entire country. —Lincoln Journal.MARRIAGE LICENSES
The following marriage licenses had been issued by the county judge since the last report:
Rob. Doernemann, West Point......24
Kath. Pietzmeier, Dodge...... 28Frank C. Kratochvil, Clarkson......34
Antonia Poledna, Howells......27Wm. Kleinschmidt......22
(Menominie, Neb.)
Anna I. Leikhues, Howells......20Geo. Novotny, St. Edwards......24
Emma L. Konopik, Shell Creek......20Good, well-bred hogs are still in high favor with those who have a vision of the future. This was illustrated at the sale of Poland Chinas on the J. E. Smatlan farm near Schuyler. Farmers and breeders from considerable distance to attend the sale, and the top of the offering, No. 5, was purchased by J. W. Townley of Abie at $87.50. Several others sold around $75, with a general average for the 30 head sold of $43.50.
Buyers were present from Minden, Bartley, Walthill, David City, Utica, Ashland, Cedar Bluffs, Prague, besides throughout Colfax County. Perhaps a larger percent of the offering left the county this year than any sale Mr. Smatlan has ever held. The best value on the farm the past year has been the hog and the milk cows, and farmers who look into the future are preparing for the better marketable farm products.The first public Sale of the season that of Preston Paden near Rogers, was well attended and the property brought splendid prices. Teams sold as high as $250, machinery was snapped up at good prices, and a cow brought a record price, $152. The animal was an exceptionally good one, a Holstein. Mr. Paden has not decided what he will do in the future.
Charles Kutin, 32, of Clarkson, and Miss Esther Svoboda, 19, of Stanton county, were married by County Judge Fiala, in his court chamber.
Miss Agnes Vraspir and John Petr, Sr., Clarkson, were Schuyler callers and purchased tickets for San Francisco and left for the coast. The former expects to spend several months there and the latter will spend the winter with a son, a resident of that city.
October 27, 1921 - reprinted January 31, 1990New Zion Presbyterian Sunday School News:
It doesn’t take only high school and college classes to have pep and spirit as the member of the Golden Rule class will show you. This is one of our liveliest classes and consists of ten members with Mrs. R. B. Hohn for their teacher. As the class motto, these ten girls have chosen the Golden Rule and for their emblem they have rings. The president of this class is Elinor Noh and the secretary-treasurer is Olga Folda. The other members are: Mary Karel, Libbie Zak, Mildred Fillipi, Emma Nebola, Frances Fayman, Edna Indra, Lillie Bukacek and Helen Schwartz. Some time ago, Elinor Noh and Olga Folda gave a program for the benefit of their class. The proceeds of $5.20 will be used for a banner for the class.Our friend, Blahoslav Novotny, is again confined to the bed with his old ailment. Dr. Knight makes daily calls at the home.
Adolph Lukl left for Hastings to attend the state convention of the Nebraska blacksmiths’ association.
Jos. J. Roether has been at Howells where he is in charge of the city light plant during the absence of Engineer Jos. Becker. Mr. Becker is taking medical treatment at Excelsior Springs, Mo.
Mrs. John A. Glandt and Mrs. Dora Glandt were down from Leigh calling on friends and doing some shopping.
Several local people were at Dodge taking in the Sokol tournament.
Miss Vlasta Humlicek, who is teaching school at Shelby, came up for a week-end visit with home folks. Her brother, George, took her back with his Ford.
William Svoboda returned home from Wessington, South Dakota, where he spent several days in the interest of real estate holdings. We are informed that he was successful in selling his interest in a 160-acre tract while there. William reports having made a liberal profit on his investment, adding that considerable land has been turning there lately.
John Petr, Sr., and his niece, Miss Agnes Vraspir, left by way of Schuyler for an extended visit to California. They plan to spend the winter months with Dr. Frank Petr, who is enjoying a lucrative business in his western location.
A. J. Karel, F. B. Schultz and Anton Prazak left for a week’s hunting excursion in Cherry county and the neighboring country.
Mrs. Lawrence Roubinek returned here from her visit at Primrose and on Monday departed for her home at Blue Springs after an extended visit with her parents.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. John Kratochvil of this city, a baby girl, the little Miss having been ushered into this kingdom by Dr. Kavan.
Dr. Knight is making daily calls at the Arthur Hahn home, attending their son, Lloyd, who is laid up with severe case of bronchitis.
County Treasurer Geo. Smith and Otto Dlouhy of Schuyler were in this part of the county, delivering the delinquent tax lists to the newspapers for publication.
John Kopietz and family are enjoying a week's visit from their daughter, Miss Tillie, who arrived here from Detroit, Mich., where she is making her home. Before leaving for the east she will visit with relatives at Schuyler, Omaha and other places in the state.
James A. Drahota of Howells who purchased the large stock of farm implements at Madison, will conduct a clearance sale next Saturday and Monday. Farmers, there is your opportunity to purchase implements at unheard of prices during the past five years.
October 27, 1921 - reprinted February 14, 1990County Commissioner A. Fajman was in Howells last Tuesday evening.
Several Clarkson people attended the lecture given in Howells last Tuesday evenng by Dr. Sachs of Omaha.
J.D. Bukacek and Anton Sima came to Clarkson last Monday to commence the interior painting in the new Dudek residence.
Supt. F.J. Vogltance of Schuyler was in Howells yesterday making his regular call at the local schools.
A little son of Albert Wurtzel of Lindsay, suffered a broken leg when the buggy in which he and his parents were riding was struck by an automobile driven by Fred Walters, who with his family were on their way home from Howells, where they had spent the day. While on their way home Mr. Walters car developed trouble, the lights refusing to work.
He stopped at a farmers residence and borrowed a lantern and with this to show him the road proceeded on his way home. He was moving along slowly and did not see the buggy until he was nearly onto it, when he pulled to one side, but failed to clear the buggy striking one of the hind wheels, upsetting the buggy into a ditch and throwing all of the occupants out. No one but the little son of Mr. Wurtzel was hurt, and it was not thought that he was injured until later a doctor examined him and found that his leg had been broken. -Humphrey DemocratThe forepart of last week the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. Sindelar was blessed with the arrival of a fine baby boy.
Dr. Myers reports the birth of a bouncing boy at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Svitak, living north of Howells.
Mrs. Carl Axen of Pilger and Mrs. S.M. Cradit of Springfield, Mo., who have been visiting in Howells the past ten days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Axen, left the forepart of the week for their homes. The former is Mr. Axen's mother and the latter Mrs. Axen's mother.
On last Thursday befell the twenty-fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Dvorak and to commemorate the event a large host of relatives and friends gathered at the Bohemian Nat. hall. The evening was septn in cardplaying and dancing and a most enjoyable time is reported by all who were present. Mr. and Mrs. Dvorak were presented with several beautiful silver gifts as a token of remembrance.
Last week the superintendent of Howells Public school, Prof. J.V. Srb completed the organization of a high school band. Mr. Srb will act as instructor and practices will be held at least two times a week.
The following is the line-up of the band--Cornets: Randolph Mestl, Harold Quesner, Charles Ritzdorf, Edward Sindelar, Maurice Kolash, Antonette Bayer, Ella Wittgow. Clarinets: Leonard Prucha, Charles Jonas, George Johns, Rupert Folda. Altos: Jos. Misek, Richard Petricek, Walter Pokorny, Richard Hravak. Baritone: Gilbert Prucha, Leonard Kriz. Trombones: Joe Karel, Randolph Sebek, Mabel Palik. Saxophones: Walter Wragge, Edward Heun. Bass: Frank Mejstrik. Drums: Frank Vrba, Victor Wragge.Freight traffic on the Union Pacific railway is approaching war-time proportions. During the past week or more, some seventy or eighty trains are being handled daily. During war time, the traffic demanded more than eighty per day. Some two weeks ago, it was reported that 20,000 carloads of grapes from California would pass over the Union Pacific during the next few weeks. Because of the approaching colder weather period the perishable freight is being rushed to distribution centers. Tuesday of this week several engines and cabooses passed west to assit in clearing out the jam on the western divisions.
Mr. and Mrs. John Novotny, sr., left on Monday for their home at San Benito, Texas. They expected to be accompanied by the William Novotny family, but because of the impending railway strike, Mr. Novotny, jr., will await the settlement and the resumption of normal conditions before loading his car for shipment, and the departure of his family will also be delayed until after the departure of the car of household goods. The freight on the car from Schuyler to San Benito is not what one would expect, considering the present level of freight rate. San Benito is approximately 1,500 miles from Schuyler, and the carload rate on household goods is $240. Mr. Novotny, sr., has been interested in Texas real estate for the past several years, and has seen the country blossom into a productive region. The Novotny land is about nine miles from the Mexican border. Fruits and vegetables are the principal crops in that section.
Mr. and Mrs. C.S.F. Payne of Schuyler are in receipt of the following clipping taken from the Albert Lea, Minn., Tribune, narrating the narrow escape of their son-in-law, who had an auto accident Monday of last week: Dr. F.G. Folken of Schuyler, surely flirted with Old Man Death Monday when he crashed into a C.M. & Ct. P. freight engine with his auto. The affair took place about three o'clock in the afternoon.
Dr. had received a hurry up call south of the city. Jumping into his auto he drove down Broadway and started to "step on her" as he went down the South Broadway hill. Just as he was about to cross the Milwaukee railroad, he observed an engine backing west. He could see that the car and engine would just about meet, so he applied his brakes and turned sharply towards the east. He didn't turn soon enough, however, for he side-swiped the tender of the engine an awful clip, tearing off the right side of the car, smashing the windshield and two of the fenders.
Dr. got an awful jolt. In fact, he was jammed up against his steering wheel so hard he didn't have enough wind to breathe for several minutes. It was a lucky accident. Had Dr. not used his head and turned to the east, he would undoubtedly be numbered with the slain in tonight's issue. In other words he cheated the Tribune out of a three-column front page story. But we should worry. We can't afford to lose citizens of the calibre of Dr. Folken anyway.The willow rip-rapping protection to the north pier of the Platte river bridge at Schuyler was completed last week, being finished in less time than had been expected, and surprisingly, costing the county about one-half the price under the contract system. The north pier had been undermined by the high waters of several weeks ago, and the cement work had begun to crack.
The walls were re-enforced with steel, long supporting rods were also installed reaching far into the fill of the north side, steel bands supporting the wings, and then the broken sections again cemented.
The willow work comprises several hundred yards, beginning at the west side of the approach and carried around the pier and so anchored that with the washing away of the sand now there, the mat automatically sinks forming a basket, which has proven through many years of use to fully protect bridge piers.
With the channel now moving to the south and the fill to the north side of the river already covered with a heavy growth of willows, the county commissioners feel that future worry about the high water danger has been practically eliminated.