June 5, 1924 - reprinted August 13, 1997Anton Teply, Jr., while doing chores on his farm northeast of Clarkson, experienced an unusual thrill by chasing out a full-grown deer. The animal was grazing on the meadow near the yard and when aroused by the presence of Mr. Teply took it on a lively run in a northeasterly direction. Among the other farmers of South Stanton County who saw the deer on their farms are Jos. Vodehnal, Jeffy Krofta and Jos. P. Bos.
According to the reports reaching this office, it was a fully developed deer with good-sized horns. How the animal got into this part of the country is a mystery, although it was reported just recently in one of the exchanges coming to our desk that a whole herd of deer was running at large in the community south of Pierce. It is thought that the animals strayed away from some park.
Whatever the case may be, we are of advice to those who happen to see the deer, hereafter, not to kill or maltreat the animal in any way as there is no open season for game of this kind in the state of Nebraska. The penalty in a case of this kind, according to our information, is in excess of a $1000. Take a good look at the animal but let it alone.Robert Novotny, who has been in the employ of Frank Humlicek for the past ten or so years, bid his friends adieu and left for a five months' visit with relatives and friends in the land of his birth, Bohemia. Although he expects to do a good deal of traveling in Central Europe, he aims to spend the major part of his trip in the vicinity of Vienna which was his home for many years before he came to America. A party was given in Robert's honor at the Humlicek home, a large number of friends having been present to wish him a happy voyage and safe return. Mr. Novotny expects to be back in Clarkson with the beginning of fall.
Following is the report of Ford sales made by Fayman-Vacin Auto Co. Of Clarkson, since their last statement:
New Ford Coupes, Henry Janda, Frank J. Novotny, Jr. Frank Lopour, Clarkson.
New Ford touring cars, John Richtig, Leigh, Frank Hamsa, Joseph Molacek, Clarkson.
Used Ford Sedan, James Charvat, Leigh.
Used Ford runabout, Joseph R. Kunhart, Howells.
Used Ford touring cars, Henry Janda, Bukacek-Zrust Co. J.R. Vitek & Bros., Clarkson
Use overland touring, John Juva, Clarkson.CLARKSON MARKET
Wheat------------------$ .85
Corn--------------------.63
Oats--------------------.43
Rye---------------------.50
Hogs------------------6.30
Butter------------------.25
Eggs-------------------.18Mr. and Mr. Frank V. Kucera, who reside northeast of Clarkson, were called upon to mourn the loss of their eight-month-old baby daughter, Mary. The child was apparently in good health when it took suddenly ill
A physician was summoned to the home and the little patient was at once ordered to be taken to the hospital at Schuyler. An X-ray examination disclosed that the infant was suffering with acute infection of the intestines and as no immediate relief was within reach, the doctors suggested that the child be taken home in anticipation of further development. The ailment instead of improving turned to the worse and the child passed into the hands of its Creator.
Funeral services were held at the Bohemian Catholic Church at Howells and internment was made in the Clarkson cemetery. Besides the sorrow stricken parents little Mary is mourned by two sisters and one brother.John Bures of Dodge left for Omaha where he will enter the St. Joseph Hospital for treatment preparatory to an operation for appendicitis. His many friends hope for his early return restored to perfect good health.
James Krajicek of Dodge met with a painful misfortune while engaged in pulling tree stumps with a team. On reaching with his right hand to straighten a singletree, his index finger of the hand caught in the hook and the team taking hold on the tugs almost severed the member-Dodge Criterion Dr. Eby, Leigh, reports the following births the past month: Mr. and Mrs. A.F. Rewinkel, girl; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Settje, boy; Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Zabka, boy; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Siebrasse, boy; and Mr. and Mrs. James Stepan, girl.
June 5, 1924 - reprinted August 22, 1997Averaging 29.36 miles per gallon of gasoline for 414 miles, an Overland touring car won the sweepstake honors in the eighth annual Los Angeles to Yosemite Valley Economy Run. The Overland's ton mileage score was 491. A second place was won by the Willys-Knight and third by the Gardner. In their respective Classes the winners were the overland, Oakland, Kissel and McFarland. Oakland and McFarland were without competition in their classes. Fourteen cars participated.
In the county court at Schuyler a hearing was held of the last will and testament of Christian Bayer, deceased. The estate is one of the largest in Colfax County and said will was drawn up by E. Quesner of Howells. On account of some of the heirs not being satisfied with the legacies left them by the testator, they contested the will in a manner that is seldom done.
The best legal talent was employed not only from Schuyler, but also from Omaha to break the will, however, after a large number of witnesses testified, the court upheld the will in every detail. This proves that Mr. Quesner drew the instrument in such a manner that there was absolutely no loop-hole therein for any of the dissatisfied heirs to take advantage of. Therefore, the terms of the will of the late Christian Bayer are going to be carried out just as were his wishes and as they were embodied in the will.
It is a well-known fact, that where there is dissatisfaction in the settlement of an estate that the attorneys, which is natural, use their utmost efforts to further the interests of their clients in the upsetting of the will, but the manner in which this will was drawn up stood up against the most effective attacks.Kund & Indra of Leigh have sold their meat market to Gabriel J. Tesar, who took immediate possession of the business. Mr. Tesar is a brother of Joe Tesar, one of our Local business men, and has had years of experience in the butcher business. Mr. Kund, who has charge of the market, is undecided as to the immediate future. We wish Tesar success in his undertaking.
Henry Baumert of Howells was at Clarkson and Leigh taking the place of F.J. Miller at the funeral of Mr. and Mrs. Watchorn's baby.
Jos. V. Havelka has been spending several days on his farm south of Howells, occupied by the Rupprecht Bros., applying several coats of paint to the buildings theron. When Joe gets through with the job he will have one of the best and neatest looking farms in that part of the county.
John Pickhinke of Howells is the proud owner of a brand new Ford Coupe that he recently purchased from W. I. Strechle.
Otto Diouhy, a former business man of Howells, now a resident of Schuyler, was in Howells shaking hands with old friends.
Dr. H.D. Myers of Howells purchased a new Dodge Coupe through the Auto Hospital.
J.A. Kucera of Howells visited at David City.
Frank Bazata of Cuming County has not been feeling well for some time so he decided to go to Omaha where he entered a hospital to receive treatment at the hands of a specialist. His endless number of friends are hoping for his early recovery and return home.
MARRIAGE LICENSE
Ed. L. Kokes, Scotia, Nebr.-------24
Helen L. Hamsa, Clarkson--------24
June 5, 1924 - reprinted September 3, 1997Grocery specials at the W. J. Moore Store in Clarkson for the week of June 2-15 were:
Sunkist oranges, dozen----------.15
Apples, per bushel---------------$2.00
Prunes, 3 pounds-------------------. 25
Poppy seed, 2 pounds-------------.35
Tall milk, per can---------------------.10
Peaches, large can------------------.21
Apricots, large can-------------------.24
Advo Jell, 3 pkgs.---------------------.25
Raisins, per pound------------------.11
J.M. Catsup----------------------------.15
Summer sausage, per lb.---------. 30
Rye Bread, loaf-----------------------. 10
Wheat bread, 2 loaves-------------. 25
Van Camps beans------------------. 10
Berries, 3 cans-----------------------1.00
Seeds, 2 packages-------------------.05
Henry Baumert was up from Howells on personal business.Dr. Knight presented Mr. and Mrs. Mike Zrust residing southwest of town with a fine baby girl.
Miss Elizabeth Gross accompanied her twin sister, Frances, to Schuyler from where the latter left for Sidney, Nebraska. She will assist her brother, Gerhard, on their father's large farm during the summer and in the fall will teach at a rural school near there. Miss Elizabeth accepted a similar position near Valentine, Nebraska.
Emil E. Brodecky and Chas. Mejstrik of Howells were in Clarkson closing the affairs in connection to their Cornplanter Harrow Attachment.
F. J. Miller and his family left for Omaha for a few days' stay, Mr. Miller having gone down to attend the undertakers' convention while the others visited with friends. F. J. Rychitg had charge of the store here during Mr. Miller's absence from the city.
Emil Petr and son, Jerome, are spending the week at Valentine visiting at the Emil Splichal home and attending to business matters. Messrs. Petr and Splichal are owners of a large ranch near Valentine and across the line in South Dakota and devote themselves to cattle raising.
John Folda of Howells was here assisting at the Clarkson State Bank during the absence of Messrs. Folda and Petr.
While out with a fishing party at the Elkhorn Rover J.L. Stransky was lucky to catch a large channel catfish weighing almost nine pounds. Now, this is no fish story but an honest to goodness fact.
William Psotta arrived here from Chicago for a brief visit with his mother, Mrs. Mary Psotta. He intends to return to his studies in the city.
John Sousek, son of Mr. and Mrs. Longin Sousek, left for Wayne where he enrolled for the summer course.
The following residents of this community are on the sick list and in the care of Dr. Kavan: Mrs. Louis Stonacek, Mrs. John Janousek and Mrs. Jos. Skoda. Two cases of measles have broken out at the F. V. Kucera home northeast of town.
Word reached here from Omaha that Gustav Gross of Sidney underwent an operation at the Nicholas Senn Hospital. His sister accompanied him to the city and is staying with him during his confinement.
Anton Belina of Schuyler is spending a few days in Clarkson putting his property in shape with the intention of moving back her from Schuyler.
CHLEBOUON BROS. STORE CLARKSON, NEBR.
Specials were:
Men's Express Stripe and Blue Stripe Overalls, sizes 32-34-SALE PRICE------.95
Boys Express Stripe Overalls, sizes 10 to 18-SALE PRICE--------------------.75
Boys Express Stripe Overalls, sizes 6 to 14---SALE PRICE-------------------.95
Bungalow Aprons-SALE PRICE-------------------------------------------------.79
Men's Works Shirts-SALE PRICE----------------------------------------------.59
Girls' Black Bloomers, sizes 4 to 14-SALE PRICE----------------------.42 & .48Mrs. Anton Carve and daughter who were spending a few days with Clarkson relatives left for their home at Gregory, South Dakota.
Jos. V. Janice had several guests at his home one day, they being his mother, Mrs. Jos. Janice, Sr., Mrs. Anton Janice and son, Anton and Chas. Flower and daughter, Georgia, all of near Prague, Neb.
June 12, 1924 - reprinted September 3, 1997Mr. and Mrs. Louis Luna, Mrs. W. W. Luna, Mrs. Frank Malian, Miss Adele Urbane and Mary and Olga motored to Omaha for a few days visit. The party was accompanied to the city by Mrs. Leo Promo who returned to her home after a visit with Clarkson friends.
We are glad to learn that our friend, Charles J. Novotny, has graduated from the state university at Lincoln. Charles has taken a course in agricultural engineering and is holding a Bachelor of Science degree. In all he spent five years at the university, taking several additional subjects. For the present he will spend his time at home.
Miss Libby Filipino left for Fremont where she is taking a short course at the Midland College.
Bart J. Pinker and his family, who moved from here to Omaha arrived here with their personal possessions and expect to make their home again in this community. Mr. Pinker did not find things in the city as he had expected to find them and as work was scarce and very hard to obtain, he decided to return here and will again take up farming. He is now looking for a suitable placed for living.
Providing the weather is favorable, all roads will lead to Hun next Sunday, June 15, where the names day anniversary of Trinity Church will be celebrated. Church services will be held in the forenoon and will be followed by a dance, music for which will be supplied by the Jerome Orchestra of Clarkson.
Another attraction worth seeing will be the big ball game between the Hun and Schuyler teams.
This is a red-letter day for the people of that community and the event attracts large attendances from all over the county.
June 12, 1924 - reprinted September 10, 1997This community received a severe shock when it announced that Vincenc Molacek, one of the old time farmers of this neighborhood died suddenly of heart trouble. The crisis came on the Molacek farm, four miles north of Clarkson with but little warning. Mr. Molacek had been in apparently good health and until almost to the very end was able to be around.
He complained of a heart pain but gave the matter only passing thought. He stayed around the house and though there was no apparent danger in evidence, a physician was consulted who left some medicine. The attack came in intervals and Mr. Molacek until the eve of his death conversed with his family and smoking a pipe which was his usual habit. While in course of the conversation, all of a sudden he fell backward on the davenport never regaining consciousness.
The deceased was a pioneer resident of this community, having arrived in Colfax county from Bohemia with his parents when only a child of three years. He was born on the 22nd day of January, 1866, in the county of Dodelback, district of Chrudim, Bohemia. At the time of his death he was 58 years, 4 months and 10 days old.
He grew to manhood in Colfax County and forty two years ago was united in marriage to Anna Cibulka. They made this community their home up to the present day, the family having been established on a farm in Stanton County, four miles north of Clarkson.
Mr. Molacek was known as a kind-hearted and hard-working man. He shared the respect of the community and his passing is sincerely felt by all who knew him.
Besides the wife, he is survived by five grown-up children, three daughters and two sons, namely Anna, wife of Jos. M. Svoboda of Leigh; Emma, wife of Jos. Janda of Clarkson; Rose, wife of Chas. Janda, of Clarkson; and Joe and William, both of whom reside north of Clarkson.
Five children preceded their father to the pearly gates above. Outside of the immediate family the deceased leaves fifteen grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements have been made. Services will be conducted at the family home north of town from where the remains will be brought to the ZCBJ opera house here. Internment will be made in the Boh. Slov. Cemetery west of Clarkson.Frank Blecha of Perry, Oklahoma arrived for an indefinite visit with his brother, Anton, and other relatives. Mr. Blecha is a former resident of the Dodge and Lindsay communities, having moved to Oklahoma about twenty years ago. From here Mr. Blecha intends to go to Minnesota for a visit before returning to his home.
John Jonas and Emil Motycka left here in the former's car for Sacramento, California. Mr. Jonas will be followed by his wife and mother in a few days who will leave by rail. Mr. and Mrs. Jonas intend to remain in California while the others are just going down for a visit and sight-seeing.
A quiet, yet pretty wedding took place at the Catholic Church at Schuyler, when Miss Helen L. Hamsa of this city became the wife of Edward E. Kokes of Scotia, Nebraska. The blissful ceremony was performed in the presence of Miss Rosie Kokes of Ord, cousin of the bridegroom, and William Hamsa, brother of the bride, who acted in the capacity of bridesmaid and groomsmen, respectively. The nuptial event at the church was also witnessed by the parents of the contracting parties.
Following the ceremony the bridal party and the guests returned to the bride's home east of Clarkson where a reception was held in honor of the newly weds and which was attended only by the very nearest relatives.
The bride, who is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Hamsa residing on the east boundary line of Clarkson, is one of the popular and refined young ladies of our community. She is a graduate of the Clarkson Public School and besides has received an extensive training at the state university at Lincoln. Upon leaving the university, she taught school at Ord for several terms.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Kokes of Ord, and at present is holding a banking position in Scotia, Nebraska. He is also a graduate of the state university. Although a stranger to us, we are informed that he is a progressive young man and a gentleman in every respect.
The couple, upon the conclusion of the reception at the bride's home, departed for Schuyler where they boarded a train for a three weeks' honeymoon trip through the west, including stops at Yellowstone Park, Salt Lake City and other important points.
Upon their return, Mr. and Mrs. Kokes will establish their home in Scotia, Nebraska.John Roether and Henry Rosicky, mail carriers on routes nos. 4 and 3, respectively, are taking their annual 15-day vacation. Mr. Roether's patrons are being served by Jos. Roether, and the patrons on route 3 are being served in Mr. Rosicky's absence by Evan Jonas.
Mr. and Mrs. Emil E. Tepley, living west of town, were presented with a fine baby girl.
The home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Faltys in Midland precinct was enlightened with a husky boy.
John Metzger returned to his home in Leigh from Rochester, Minnesota. He informs us that Mrs. Metzger underwent an operation for gall bladder trouble and that she is getting along very well at this time. Her daughter, Mrs. Fred Claussen, remained there with her.
Wm. Graunke, a retired farmer of West Point, sold the north half of his quarter section farm to his former neighbor, Adolph Petz. The sale was completed and was done through Charles Beckenhauer, a brother-in-law of Mr. Graunke.
Mr. Graunke received $15,600.00 for 78 acres which is at the rate of $200.00 per acre. Two acres of the 80-acre tract will be used for a public highway, which the county supervisors are opening. The money paid for the two acres for road purposes will be given to Mr. Graunke.
This was a cash deal. As such, it gives one an idea of the value of land in this vicinity. The land which was sold has no improvements, but there is a fence around it . It lies one mile east and three miles north of town.
June 12, 1924 - reprinted September 17, 1997Alois Pimper, M. Hader and Amos Lacina of Howells were at Omaha where Mr. Lacina purchased a new Essex sedan through the agency of Mr. Pimper. When returning from Omaha, the former two met with an accident near Snyder that might have proven serious. They ran into a heard of cattle on the road which they did not see on account of darkness until too late to stop. The car, a used Willys-Knight, struck a cow with the front fender and as Mr. Pimper attempted to turn the car to a side, the rear fender caught one of the horses used in driving the cattle. Both fenders were considerably damaged, besides shattering the windshield. The animals escaped with heavy bruises.
James Palik and G.W. Heun of Howells were county seat visitors.
Miss Mildred Palik of Howells left for an extended tour through the northwest. On her trip she will stop at the Yellowstone Park from where she will proceed to Roslyn, Washington, to visit with her sister, Mrs. Theo. Kubik. From there she will proceed to California and other noted places in the west.
Jerry Telecky of Howells, one of the successful farmers and livestock feeders just west of town was on the Omaha market with another carload of fat hogs. Mr. Telecky still has two carloads of cattle in the feed lots which he intends to ship before long.
Mrs. Chas. Kriz and daughter, Viola, of Howells returned from Omaha where they visited at Edwin Kriz's home, Mr. and Mrs. Kriz having greeted a little baby last week. Edwin brought them back from Omaha in his car and returned the same day.
John Kosta and family of Fairfax, South Dakota, drove down for a short visit with his brother, J.R. Kosta of Howells.
Information reached here conveying the sad tidings that John Blotz a former resident of Clarkson, died at his home in Rocky Ford, Colorado. Cancer of the stomach with which he was troubled for some time is given as the cause of his death.
The Blotz family has made its home in Clarkson for a good many years, Mr. Blotz having been manager of the local Nye Schnieder Fowler Co.'s yards.
After leaving Clarkson about nine or ten years ago, the family located on a farm near Albion. Having disposed of the farm in later years, Mr. and Mrs. Blotz took up residence in Albion from where they moved to Rocky Ford, Colorado, where they made their home the past three years.
Mr. Blotz was a man of pleasant habits and was respected by all who knew him. He attained the age of sixty-six years. Burial took place at Rocky Ford.
Besides the wife, the deceased is survived by three sons, Byron, Franklin and Arlington, all of whom reside in Rocky Ford, the former two being engaged in the practice of medicine.The old Ford touring car recently confiscated by the county because it was used by John Doe and Richard Doe of Denver for the transportation of intoxicating liquors was sold at a sheriff's sale by Sheriff Arps. The car was sold to Dr. W.J. Longworth for $30.00
The two men were released from county jail the following day after having served fifteen days of a thirty day sentence. They were released and the remaining fifteen days of their sentence suspended because of good behavior. The men were very anxious to get to work and earn enough money to continue their journey into Iowa. They were enroute from Denver when arrested in Schuyler.Mrs. Arthur Hahn returned to Clarkson after spending a few days here, the guest of her brother-in-law, Oscar Hahn and Mrs. Hahn at Creston.
J.M. Mundil of this city is in receipt of the information from Robert Novotny, who left here last week for an extended visit Bohemia, stating that he arrived safely in New York City and found all arrangements made for him in advance by Mr. Mundil well taken care of.
Wm. Filsinger accidently shot himself at his home west of Madison. He was returning from a visit to his parents and on opening the door when he reached home the gun, that had been leaning against the door, fell and was discharged. The load passed through his leg above the knee. A part of the load continued and struck him on the chin making a slight wound. Dr. Palmateer was called and gave him surgical first aid and he is on the road to recovery.
Jake Bart was on the Omaha market with a carload of fat cattle which netted Mr. Bart a fine piece of money for the corn he put into the feeders. From looking the cattle over one could see at once that Mr. Bart and his sons are experts in the feeding game. The said cattle were finished to perfection as only experienced feeders know how to finish them.
Allan Dusatko left for Anoka where he will remain for the summer assisting at his father's lumber yard. He was taken to Stanton by his father in an automobile and from there proceeded by train.
Mrs. Anna Kamensky and her little grandson, Adolph Zastera, went to Abie for a visit at the Jos. Koutnik home. Mrs. Kamensky expects to leave for California for an extended visit.
Vaclav Kmoch, one of the prominent farmers of near Leigh, went to Omaha on business.
Misses Alice Stoklasa and Emma Hejtmanek left for Lincoln where they enrolled as students for the summer term at the university.
Jos. Kabes has awarded the contract for the building of a modern house on his farm to V.A. Chleboun. The building material for the structure has been sold by the Farmers' Union Co. of this city.
Misses Ida Krofta and Olga Lodl returned home from Bee where they had been engaged as teachers in the city school the past term.
CLARKSON MARKET
Wheat-----------------------------$.93
Corn-------------------------------- .68
Oats---------------------------------. 44
Rye----------------------------------. 52
Hogs-------------------------------6.20
Butter--------------------------------.25
Eggs---------------------------------.18W. J. Moore and his son, Clarence, were in the vicinity of Dallas, South Dakota, visiting with the former's mother who is seriously ill for some time.
June 12, 1924 - reprinted September 24, 1997Emil Petr and son, Jerome, returned from a ten day stay at the Emil Splichal home near Valentine. Crops are in good condition, however, the small grain is a little shorter than here but the corn is about the same, recently. Messrs. Petr and Splichal received a shipment of over 200 head of cattle from Texas and Mr. Petr tells us that that country is showing every indication to become one of the best cattle countries in western Nebraska.
While there, Mr. Petr also had the opportunity of visiting with George Engel and family, former residents of our city. He found them prospering and well satisfied with their new home. Mr. Engel is the owner of three quarter sections of land in that section of the state.
While on their way home from a visit with relatives at Hooper Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Watchorn , residents of the community north east of Leigh, met with a most unfortunate incident caused by the unexpected death of their little eight-week-old baby boy.
The child fell asleep shortly after leaving Hooper and as it gave no signs of life after sleeping for a while, Mrs. Watchorn when between Howells and Clarkson, uncovered the light blanket with which the baby was shielded from the wind, and to her surprise found the child dead. They hurried to Clarkson and upon arriving in town the lifeless babe was taken into the office rooms of Dr. Kavan who could do nothing in the way of restoring life. Death is attributed to Oedema of the lungs.
Mr. and Mrs. Watchorn are young people and this was their only child. The little form after the examination at Dr. Kavan's office was taken to F.J. Miller's undertaking rooms where it was prepared for burial, the funeral having taken place a Leigh.Mrs. Frank Trojan and son called on Mrs. John Shuster.
June 19, 1924 - reprinted September 24, 1997The Cyril-Methodius Church of this city was the scene of a fashionable wedding ceremony which sealed the destinies of Miss Anna Pospichal and Jos.W. Knipping. The marriage was performed by Father Petlach in the customary manner of the Catholic faith and was witnessed by the representatives of both families and a group of intimate friends.
John H. Knipping of Superior, brother of the bridegroom, and Miss Mayme Pospichal, sister of the bride, escorted the couple to the altar in the capacity of groomsman and bridesmaid. Upon the conclusion of the ceremony at the chapel, the wedded party returned to the bride's home where an elaborate wedding breakfast was ready. Only the very nearest relatives had the honor of attending the reception.
The bride is a daughter of Mrs. John Pospichal of Clarkson and is recognized as one of the pretty and poplar young ladies of the town. She is a very pleasant young lady and her list of friends is numberless. For the past several years she had been engaged as a saleslady at the A.J. Karel store where the customers at all times found a willing and courteous servant.
The bridegroom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Knipping of Howells, a pioneer family of the community. For the past years he has been holding a position with Fajman Motor Co. of this city and shares the highest esteem of all who know him. Outside o his ability as a mechanic and expert automobile man he is possessed of many splendid traits of character and have won him friends and admirers by the score. He also holds a military record, having served under Old Glory during the late war.
Mr. and Mrs. Knipping departed after the wedding jubilee at the Pospichal home for a wedding trip through the west. They are making the trip via motor route and expect to visit Denver, Salt Lake City, Yellowstone Park, Black Hills and other places in the Rocky region. They are accompanied on the trip by the Henry Lhotak family, Mrs. Lhotak being a sister of Mrs. Knipping.
Upon their return, Mr. and Mrs. Knipping will go into housekeeping in the Frank Travnicek home north of the Presbyterian parsonage.
The Press in common with their numerous friends wishes them a happily wedded and may all their blissful anticipations of a beautiful life be realized.
June 19, 1924 - reprinted October 1, 1997The threshing outfit of the Kulhanek-Tichota Co. advertised for sale in The Press was sold in public sale to James Tichota, Co. Bierbaum having had charge of the sale and who naturally figured in obtaining a good figure.
The many friends of Miss Libbie Beran of Howells will be pleased to learn that she has recovered sufficiently so that the trained nurse who has been taking care of her was dismissed and Miss Libbie is able to be up and around a little every day.
Rueben Blake, a former agent for the Standard Oil Co. in Howells, was in Howells visiting at the home of his father-in-law James Loughrey. We are sure many of our business men and citizens will remember him.
Miss Anna Karel, who has been visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs. Filbert Vacha at Clarkson, returned to Howells.
Frank Baumert of Howells, one of the successful cattle feeders of south Stanton County, was on the Omaha market with two carloads of prime cattle and as usual his offering on the market commanded a good price.
Little Miss Helen Brazda of Howells spent Sunday with relatives at Dodge.
Frank Bazata of Howells, who has been at a hospital in Omaha for some time, has undergone a surgical operation and from latest reports we are informed that he is resting well and it will be only a matter of time now when he will have recovered his former good health which certainly is good news to his large number of friends hereabout.
Louis Tomes returned to his home in Leigh from Omaha. He reports that his wife, who submitted in an operation, is getting along as well as can be expected at this time.
Miss Emma Barta and Gustave Rahtz of Leigh were united in marriage at Council Bluffs. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Barta while the bridegroom is a son of Mrs. Mathilda Rahtz. Both of these young people are well and favorably known. They are making their home in Albion where they are conducting a restaurant.
The large barn on the John Jonas farm north of Schuyler, was struck by lightning, burning to the ground. The Schuyler fire department responded to the call with the chemical truck, but the flames had made such progress that efforts were futile. The building contained only a binder and a few small pigs. The contents were saved.
Word was received by John J. Gondring of near Richland, announcing that his brother, Augustus Gondring of Ceres, California, had been killed in a street car accident. The deceased was about 28 years of age, and was born in Columbus, being the second son of John M. Gondring, former residents of that city. Particulars of the accident have not been received.
Anton and John Kopac and John Poulas of Schuyler returned from a several day motor trip into the western part of the state, visiting with Emil Kopac in Garden County. They left Schuyler and reached the Kopac ranch in Garden County that evening covering a distance of about 350 miles. Emil Kopac is preparing to harvest his 1700 acres of wheat. The crop generally looks good at this time. The crop throughout the distance traveled, however is quite uneven, good in some localities and poorer in others.
The last Schuyler band meeting found seven new members awaiting the call to order. This brings the membership to over 30, the largest band in the history of the city. One of the most encouraging features of the organization is that unanimous desire to make the band a really worth while organization. Prof. Rubringer is also developing a 14-piece orchestra from the band. The band will go to Abie to furnish music for the big celebration there.
The Fisher School, the largest rural school in Colfax County, is the first rural school in the county to adopt the tenth grade work, this being decided at the annual meeting. This school has an enrollment of 75, being larger than the schools of eight Rogers or Richland. Two teachers have been employed for several years past, and it was decided this year to employ the third, and add the 9th and 10th grade work.
The district has on hand about one thousand dollars, and it was voted to raise 35 hundred dollars for school purposes, additional. The district has ten pupils for high school work. This would have cost the district $1080 for tuition, besides the cost to the parent for board and room, hence the directors and patrons held that it would be less costly to have the grades taught in the home district. A room will be arranged in the basement for a part of the work. It is also interesting to know that all of the above decisions were unanimously carried by the patrons at the annual meeting.Mrs. Mary Zerzan, 73, Schuyler, suffered a fracture of a hip bone when she fell at the Safarik home, while assisting with housework. Mrs. Zerzan was taken to the Kolouch hospital, but later removed to the Safarik home. The injured member was placed in a plaster cast and will be confined to her bed for at least six weeks.
Frank Vrba and his good wife will retire from active farm work before Christmas Day and will move to Schuyler, having purchased the Dr. Hyland residence on Colfax avenue, now occupied by George Browder and family. The purchase price was announced at $5,750.
Mr. Vrba has been one of the most successful farmers in the county, now owning or having in the family, 840 acres of good land, all situated in or near the Dry Creek bottoms, of which there is none better in the county.
Mr. Vrba has been on the job for the past 42 years, and feels that he and his wife have earned a much needed rest, and will, before the beginning of next year, turn the farm management over to the boys, and they will become residents of Schuyler. Their many acquaintances will give them a hearty welcome to the city.
June 19, 1924 - reprinted October 8, 1997After being defied by unsettled weather and rains for more than a week, Mr. and Mrs. William Hahn and sons, Clarence and Melvin, left for a several months' sojourn in the West. They are making the trip in their Cadillac touring car and are equipped with a complete camping outfit. After spending some time in Colorado, they will follow the mountainous route into Idaho where they plan to spend an extended time with relatives.
RAINFALL (Reported by the Clarkson State Bank)
Rainfall for the week beginning June 12, and ending June 19th
June 12 0.92
June 13 0.22
June 15 0.48
June 16 0.18
June 17 0.71
June 18 0.82
Total inches 3.33
Total rainfall since June 1, 1924, 6.57 inches. Total rainfall since April 25, 1924, 9.86 inches.Mr. and Mrs. Jaroslav Holas, who have made their home here the past several years, are making arrangements to return to their native home, Czechoslovakia, where they expect to stay for good. Mr. Holas is a carpenter by trade and with the exception of the past few months, was employed by V.A. Chleboun. During the last three months he was employed at Omaha while his wife and child remained in Clarkson.
This will be Mr. Holas' forth trip across the Atlantic. He crossed the ocean when an immigrant to this country and crossed it twice during the world war with the American division of the 22nd Czechoslovak regiment, having seen active service on the western battlefront. After peace was declared he returned to Bohemia where he was married and in a few weeks came back to America. Mr. Holas also lived at Howells for a short time having worked for F.A. Dvorak.
Mr. and Mrs. Holas will dispose of their household goods at an auction sale on July 26th, details of which will be made public later on.There were twenty-nine carloads of livestock shipped from this point to Omaha through the Farmers Association. Following are the shippers:
Frank Podany and Smejkal Bros., car of hogs; Frank Pekny and John Pospichal, car of hogs; Frank Kunhart and John Janousek, car of hogs; Jos. F. Podany and Fr. Navrkal, car of hogs; Rudolph Podany and Frank Kopietz, car of cattle; Emil Totusek and Jerry Hruska, car of cattle; Jerry Sedlacek, car of cattle; John Petr and John Musil, car of cattle; Jos. E. Ruzicka and F.A. Podany, car of hogs; Vaclav Koci and B. Jonas, car of hogs.
Stanley Hanel and Albert Travnicek, car of hogs; Jos. Stoklasa and J. Spulak, car of hogs; Edw. Stoklasa and Jos. Dvoracek, car of hogs; Emil Wulf and Carl Wiese, car of hogs; L. J. Novotny and John Karel, car of cattle; Anton Podany , car of cattle; Frank Kunhart and James Papousek, car of hogs; Anton Hamernick, car of cattle; Jos. Kabes and Ernest Kluck, car of hogs; Vaclav Novak, car of cattle; Jos. Kabes, car of cattle; Jos. B. Novotny and Mr. R. Rosenbery , car of cattle.Misses Vlasta Humlicek and Hedvika Koci are at Fremont spending the day with friends.
F. J. Prucha and Rudolph Dopita and the latter's daughter of Howells, were Clarkson visitors.
F. W. Noh left for Omaha were he was summoned to serve on petit jury.
Anton Prazak motored over to the county seat to attend to business matters.
F. J. Miller reports the sale of player pianos to Julius Kudera and Frank Vavra of Wilson precinct. He also sold a fine Victrola to Joe Maliha.
Archie Schultz, operator of amateur station 9-EB and who has been heard in England, is experimenting with the radio telephone. He has been heard clearly at Fremont, Wisner, Anthon, Iowa, and several other points.
Henry Rosicky, accompanied E.F. Hollenbeck, deputy of the M.W.A. order to Valpariso where they assisted in the initiation of several members into the Valpariso camp.
Lightning killed a fine steer weighing about 1100 lbs. on the Frank Hamsa farm northwest of Clarkson during the storm. The animal was in the feed yards among a herd of other cattle.
Mrs. Jos. Sholin of San Diego, California, and her son, Jos. Urban, were guests at the Emil Folda home. Mrs. Folda and her daughters, Misses Laura and Olga, took their visitors over to Linwood where they spent the day with relatives. We are told that the heavy rains we have had in this section flooded the streets at Linwood to such an extent that the businessmen found it necessary to use row boats in making their daily rounds.
Gilbert Noh, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Noh of this city, is at the Citizen's training camp at Fort Snelling, Minnesota, having enlisted with the Lincoln delegation, comprised chiefly of students. The training course is to hold out for a number of weeks.
Frank Molacek, a former resident of this county, and his nephew, John Molacek, of Ulen, Minnesota, were here in attendance at the funeral of the late Vinc. J. Molacek, a brother of the former and an uncle of the latter. They did not remain long, leaving here the following day after the funeral.
We are informed that Anton Molacek, brother of the deceased Vinc. J. Molacek, who also formerly resided in this locality in days long gone by, is very critically ill at his home near Ulen and slight hopes are entertained for his recovery. The old Molacek family is identified with the very earliest settlers of Colfax County, having arrived here when the country was nothing but a vast prairie.Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Novotny and sons returned from a several days' visit with their daughter, Mrs. Wm. Hula, at Blue Rapids, Kansas. They found the crops in that part of the country a trifle in advance of ours and farmers of that state expect to harvest a bountiful yield of small grain. They found the roads along their route in good condition which added to the enjoyment of the trip.
June 19, 1924 - reprinted October 15, 1997Mrs. Jos. Pechanec of Nampa, Idaho, arrived here for an extended visit with relatives. The Pechanec family made their home in Clarkson in former years, having moved to Idaho about twenty years ago. Mrs. Pechanec is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Chleboun, pioneer residents of this city.
Mr. and Mrs. Jos. F. Jirovec and Evan Jonas were at Norfolk. Mrs. Jirovec had her eye examined while Mr. Jonas consulted a specialist in regards to his nose. They returned home the same day but Evan went down again to undergo a minor operation for nostril trouble.
Ed. J. Polcin received the sad tidings announcing the death of his sister, Mrs. Jos. Minarik, which occurred at her home in Dodge following a lingering illness. The deceased was fifty-eight years old and is survived by four daughters and four sons. Besides her immediate family she leaves to mourn her death, her mother, aged 78, five brothers and one sister. Mrs. Minarik's husband died about two years ago.
Frank Uridil of Pender was down for a few days visiting relatives and attending to personal business.
Rev. B.A. Filipi was at North Bend conducting a funeral.
Fred Sixta and Stanley Pochop arrived here from Gregory, South Dakota, for a ten-day visit with Clarkson relatives and friends. Mr. Sixta is still manager of the Farmers' elevator at Gregory and Mr. Pochop is engaged in the butcher business in that city.
This is Mr. Pochop's first visit to this part of Nebraska and according to his expression is well pleased with the looks of the country. The gentlemen report that the crops in the vicinity of Gregory are much more advanced than those of this community and everything presents itself in splendid condition. The rainfall in that part of Dakota according to their examination is about the same we are having here this year.Jos. Drapela left for a three weeks' recreational trip through the East. He expects to visit Chicago, Detroit and other principal cities in the east. Joe had done considerable traveling the past several years and as yet is nowhere near being gone. A year ago at this time he was touring Europe in company of several other Clarkson people.
June 26, 1924 - reprinted October 15, 1997Mrs. John Jonas and her mother-in-law, Mrs. Frances Jonas, Sr. took their departure for Sacramento, California, where the former will join her husband who left here two weeks ago to establish a home in that city. Mrs Jonas, Sr. will remain there for an indefinite visit with her daughters residing near Sacramento. They were also accompanied by Mrs. Anton Simic of Oak, Nebraska, who will visit with her daughter confined at a hospital in southern California.
The following day, Mrs. Anna Kamensky and her little grandson, Adolph Zastera, also left for Sacramento where she will reside at the Zastera, home for sometime following a precedent she is observing for the past several years.Messrs. Anton and V.L. Prazak and the latter's son, Edward took charge of the auto business conducted by the Rychtig Motor Co. having purchased the enterprise. Invoice of the stock was taken and the business was at once turned over to the new company which is to be known as the Prazak Auto Co.
The new owners moved whatever supplies and tools they had at the Modrow garage to the new location on Main Street and consolidated the shops. The new concern also acquires agency for the Dodge Bros. cars which was a part of the deal. Messrs. Anton and Adolph Rychtig, who constituted the Rychtig Motor Co., are undecided as to their future venture.Geo. T. Lowman of Columbus, acting trustee in the John F. Pimper bankruptcy action, was in town and while here disposed of the grocery stock to Miss Emma E. Maliha, who has had charge of the stock since the filing of Mr. Pimper's petition.
The sale is now awaiting to be confirmed by the court, however, the place of business is operating as usual under Miss Maliha's management. Upon confirmation of the sale the new proprietress will refill the stock and will endeavor to give her customers the very best of service.Jos. B. Makousky, adjutant of the Clarkson post of the American Legion, is in receipt of a supply of blanks for soldiers' bonus and every ex-soldier of this community is requested to call on Mr. Makousky for same. Anyone desiring to have the blank filled out by the officer is asked to bring his discharge papers when making the application.
During the storm, a good sized cattle shed was blown down by the terrific wind on the Emil E. Teply farm west of town. Several large trees were also uprooted and other minor damage wrought. Although the shed is a total loss, the damage is said not to be very large as most of the lumber can be used over again.
CLARKSON MARKET
Wheat---------------$.98
Corn------------------ .80
Oats-------------------.45
Rye--------------------.57
Hogs-----------------6.30
Butter-----------------. 25
Eggs-------------------.20A surprise party was given in honor of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Moore of this city at the Jos. Blecha farm, one mile west of town. The event served as a notable day for the Moore family and their numerous friends as it marked the 25th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Moore's marriage.
Many from the town and country were present to join in the commemoration. Dancing, which took place in the spacious loft over Mr. Blecha's barn, provided enjoyment for the happy gathering and lasted until a late hour.
Arrangements for the function were carried out in secrecy as far as the celebrants were concerned and neither Mr. nor Mrs. Moore had any knowledge of the plot until overtaken by their friends by surprise.
June 26, 1924 reprinted October 22, 1997The eight year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Travinek of Leigh was thrown against the side of an automobile, in which she was riding and sustained a severe scalp wound. Deep ruts in the road caused the accident.
The barn on the A.A. Aukerman farm, occupied by the Herman Thalken family of Leigh, was totally destroyed by fire. Mrs. Thalken first noticed the fire when flames emanated from the hay loft. The news was telephoned to Leigh and the local fire whistle was sounded. The fire boys soon gathered and secured a truck on which the chemical cart was loaded and transported to the scene of the fire. However, the heavy roads made travel very slow and the building had burned to the ground by the time the firemen arrived.
The horses and harness were saved from the burning building, but a large amount of baled hay and between 500 and 600 bushels of oats were consumed by the fire.
Mr. Aukerman carried $800 insurance on the barn while the loss of the building will most likely run in the neighborhood of $1200 to$1300. Mr. Aukerman stated that he would have a new barn erected. Two years ago the barn on this farm was burned when it was struck by lightning. It was at that time that the owner, Mr. Aukerman, suffered severe injuries while helping with the shingling of the structure which burned.
Hundreds of people motored to the farm in an effort to try to help with the work of extinguishing the flames. Cars were parked along both sides of the road for nearly a mileMr. and Mrs. J.L. Stransky welcomed a little baby girl at their home. The gift was presented by Dr. Knight.
Emil Pesek and family arrived here from Chicago for a few days' visit with the E .Folda family. They made the trip by car and report a delightful trip.
Mrs.Jos. Kadlec, who has been failing in health the past few months, went to Omaha where she expects to take treatment at a hospital. She was accompanied to the city by her husband.
The death of Jos. Liekhus occurred at his home southeast of Howells. Mr. Liekhus was a pioneer resident of this community and at the time of his death was over eighty years old. The funeral was held with interment at Olean.
Mestl Bros. are expecting to do a big business in threshing machines this season. They unloaded a carload of the famous Woods Bros.' threshing machines and are now getting ready for their sale.
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Brodecky and Dr. Vosika returned to Howells from Grand Island where Mrs. Brodecky underwent a medical examination at the hospital.
E.E. Brodecky of Howells spent several days in Lincoln in the interests of the Brodecky-Mejstrik corn-planter harrow. Mr. Brodecky reports meeting with a lot of praise for this modern and useful implement, and he feels that by the time corn planting season opens next year the demand for them will be so great that it will require their entire output.
John J. Higgins, a resident of Colfax County for the past forty-four years, passed away at the home of his brother, James W. Higgins, who resides in the Third Ward of Schuyler. Mr. Higgins suffered a cerebral hemorrhage resulting in a stroke of paralysis.
Jos. Kulhanek, for many months manager of the Farmers Shipping Assoc. Of Howells, has resigned his position and has been succeeded by Jos. Zak of Clarkson, who is a brother of Mr. Zak employed in the Nye Schneider Jenks Co.'s yard here. Mr. Kulhanek says that he has decided to go into business himself and handle shipments for his large number of farmer friends. He feels that with his experience he can give better service and obtain better prices at a less over-head expense than any one else.
Dr. Vosika of Howells made several trips out to the Frank Suva home, southeast of town, rendering medical aid to their twelve-year-old son, who has been ill for some time. The youngster is now well on road to recovery.
Loddie Coufal of Howells, for several years an employee of the local mill, purchased the dray business of Oscar Ulibrach and from now on he will be ready to serve the public. Loddie is a hustler and we are sure that he will endeavor to keep up the good service. Mr. Ulibrach has been rendering and will try to improve when occasion arises. Mr. Ulibrach has not been well for some time and for that reason he concluded to dispose of his business.
Rupert Folda and Mrs. K. J. Folda were in Howells from Schuyler visiting at the Frank Pakes and Mrs. Rupert Folda Sr. homes.
Mr. Forbes of the Neilson Auto Co. of Howells, was at Clarkson getting a large supply of Ford parts for their garage.
Geo. W Heun of Howells, motored to Fremont where he met his brother, Joseph Heun and wife of Chicago, who arrived in Nebraska for an extended summer visit. Mr. Heun has made a good many trips to Howells and is quite well known hereabouts, especially by the early settlers who had known him as a lad in Midland precinct.