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The Wrangler
June 28, 2012
June 28, 2012
Phone: 402-925-8564 Fax: 402-924-3647 E-mail: wrangler@elkhorn.net
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STUART PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL
2012 ALUMNI BANQUET
The 2012 Stuart Alumni Banquet was held on Saturday,
June 16 th at the Stuart Auditorium. A total of 148
alumni, spouses and guests from all over the United States
attended and celebrated their class reunions.
Dr. John Tubbs of Stuart, Class of 1987, served as the
Master of Ceremonies. The Invocation was given by Zachary
Kunz, Class of 2012, the Pledge of Allegiance by Ashli
Kunz (2012), the National Anthem by Caitlin Kunz and Memorial
Service Reading by Dakota Murphy (2012). The
Candle Lighters were Garrett Farr, Ryan Larabee and
Travis Wallinger all from the Class of 2012, who lit the candles
in memory of the deceased alumni.
The meal consisted of Baked Steak, Mashed Potatoes
and Green Beans with Cheesecake that was prepared by
Doris Estes Catering of Stuart and served by the Stuart
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TRASH PICKUP NOTICE
The Village of Stuart will have their
regular trash pickup on Tuesday, July
3rd due to the 4th of July Holiday being
on Wednesday.
Pictured above—60 Year
Class—Class of
1952: Front left to right,
Theo (Weichman) Kohle,
Jean (Cobb) Clanton,
Marilyn (Varilek) Hytrek
and Maureen
(Batenhorst)
Flynn. Back left to right
Dick Kaup and Kenny
Mlinar.
Pictured to the right—
Oldest Graduate—Gene
Hoffman Class of 1943.
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What’s Happening This Week
At Atkinson/Stuart Country Club
Clubhouse open everyday!
Friday 6-29 Friday Night League--4:00pm
Steaks, serving off menu 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Sunday 7-1 Steaks, serving off menu 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Monday 7-2 Monday Night League---4:00pm
Wednesday 7-4 Annual Fourth of July Golf Outing--1:30pm
Thursday 7-5 Junior League---9:00am
Complete Calendar visit our Web Site www.atkinsonstuartcountryclub.com
Card of Thanks
Thank you! With our most sincere appreciation, we would like to thank all
those that helped make our June 20 th bloodmobile a success! With the help of
volunteers and donors, we were able to collect 75 units of blood, a bit short of
the goal of 82 but we potentially helped 225 patients!! The blood supply is extremely
low right now so 75 units will be extremely beneficial to the shelves.
A BIG thank you goes out to everyone in the surrounding area that took
time out of their busy schedules to attend and give blood at the drive. You are
the people making the difference! Thanks again!
Our thanks also to the volunteers who gave their time helping schedule
donors prior to the drive. Betty Barritt, Helen Kunz, Theo Kohle and Twila
Wherley--your telephone recruiting is the best! We know it takes several hours
to contact donors, your time and talent does not go unnoticed.
Thank to you to those who donated cookies and bars—Sharon Paxton,
Phyllis Scholz, Beth Vogel, Judy Wallinger, Lorraine Wallinger, Becky Estill,
Linda Kohle, and Donna Malone. Also a big thank you to Southside for their
donation of ice.
Volunteering the day of the drive were Edith Tielke, Millie Weber, Joan
Murphy, and Snooks Meusch. Thank you ladies for spending the day with us
and helping make sure the donors had everything they needed!
Lastly, we’d like to thank the Village of Stuart for the use of the Auditorium
and the village crew of Rick Shearer and Don Shearer for helping set up the
room and unloading the equipment.
Without the help and support of all the volunteers and donors, the blood
drive would not be possible. Thank you for sharing your time and talents for
such a worthy cause!
Stuart American Legion Auxiliary—Unit 115
Abby Wondercheck and Donna Malone—Bloodmobile Coordinators
FIREWORKS
STUART
PARK HOUSE
JUNE 25- JULY 4
WE APPRECIATE
YOUR SUPPORT
340-7871
Avera St. Anthony’s
Hospital Report
Admissions
June 12 Mrs. Elva Borntrager,
Orchard
Delores Havranek, Spencer
June 13 Edwin Wabs, Atkinson
June 14 Anna Timmerkman, O’neill
June 16 Jerome Dopheide, Butte
Eugene Hostert, Butte
June 18 Mrs. Matt Ehlers, Chambers
Mary Jo Hostert, Butte
Dismissals
June 12 Lois Slizoski, Ewing
June 13 Gaylene Druyor, Butte
June 14 Mrs. Elva Borntrager & Son,
Page
Mrs. Matt Ickes & Son, Page
June 15 Delores Havranaek,
Spencer
June 18 Florence Blanchard, O'Neill
Births
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Elva Borntrager
of Orchard, a baby boy on 6-12-12,
weighing 7lbs, 4½oz., and has been
named Marcus Lee.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Matt Ickes of
Page, a baby boy on 6-12-12, weighing
7lbs, 8oz., and has been named
Crue Graham.
Born to Mr. & Mrs. Matt Ehlers of
Chambers, a twin boys on 6-18-12,
weighing 6lbs, 7¾.oz. and 7lbs, 8¼.
Charles Skopec & Geraldine Skopec Scholarships
Matthew Laetsch, a 2012 West Holt graduate, was awarded the Charles
Skopec scholarship (Science). Matthew is the son of Jeff and Cindy Laetsch of
Atkinson, NE. He will be attending Wayne State College in the fall. The alternate
is Katelyn Sue Fredrick, who is also a 2012 West Holt graduate. Katelyn
is the daughter of Mike and Kim Fredrick of Atkinson, NE. The Geraldine Skopec
scholarship (Education) was awarded to Monica Vogel, a 2012 Stuart
Public School graduate. Monica is the daughter of Everett Vogel and Beth Vogel.
She will also be attending Wayne State College in the fall.
A special Thank you goes to Gary and Caroline Aten of Atkinson, NE for their
contribution to these scholarship funds.
The Stuart Community Foundation fund, through its affiliation with the Nebraska
Community Foundation, receives tax deductible charitable donation to
fund numerous community betterment projects in Stuart. If you would li8ke to
contribute to the Stuart Community Foundation Fund for scholarship support of
other community betterment projects, contact the Stuart Community foundation
Fun, PO Box 85,Stuart, NE, 68780.
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Found—Found a pair of reading
glasses at the Post Office. To claim
stop by the Wrangler Office of call
402-925-8564.
Openings at
Stuart Public School
Stuart Public School has the
following positions open for the
2012-13 school year:
Junior High Volleyball Coach
Junior High Girls
Basketball Coach
Junior High Boys
Basketball Coach
Positions are open until filled.
If you are interested in any of
these positions, please contact
Mr. Hanzlik at the school for more
details. 402-924-3302
Classified Ads
June 28, 2012
Daycare
Daycare has 1 Full-time
opening. Partime and drop-ins Welcome!!
Available any hours Mon-Fri.
Please call 402-340-6826
Notice
Anyone interested in donating
money to the Stuart 4 th of July fireworks
display contact one of the
Stuart Volunteer firemen. Businesses
you can drop off at in town
are: Stuart Locker to Dana Steinhauser,
Wm Krotter Co. to Keith
Larabee, Roy’s Auto to LouAnn
Cadwallader or mail to P.O. Box 313
Stuart, NE 68780. Thank you for all
the support in the past!!!
Stuart Volunteer
Fire Department
Daycare
Peg’s Childcare has openings for full or part-time. Please call 924-3846
Openings at Stuart Public School
Stuart Public School has the following positions
open for the 2012-13 school year:
Special Education/Classroom Aide
This individual must have a two year degree, or
be NCLB qualified; or be able to pass one of the
NCLB assessments to be NCLB qualified to meet the
requirements of this position. Position is open until
filled.
Assistant Head Cook
This individual will assist the head cook with the
breakfast and lunch program for the 2012-13 school
year. Position is open until filled.
Kitchen/Lunchroom Aide
This individual will assist with the lunch program
for the 2012-13 school year. Position is open until
filled.
PreSchool Custodian
Stuart Public School and St. Boniface Church will be
hiring a preschool custodian (1-2 hours per school
day) for the 2012-13 school year. Position is open
until filled.
School Nurse
This individual will need to be a registered nurse
and be able to complete the proper paperwork for the
2012-13 school year. Position is open until filled.
If you are interested in any of these positions,
please contact Mr. Hanzlik at the school for more details.
402-924-3302
Landfill Hours
Tuesday—4PM-8PM
Thursday—4 PM-8 PM
Saturday—4 PM—8 PM
Sunday—2 PM—6 PM
The landfill will be closed after hours!
Stuart
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60th Consecutive Year
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July 4, 2010
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If I am not at the office and
you do not want to leave your item in
the drop box, you can always leave
it at the city office. Thank you in your
cooperation.
Thank you.—Doreen Fessler
Reminder
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items for publication please contact
me if you have not received an
email back by Tuesday morning of
that week. This will help me not
miss items and clear up frustrations
of things not getting published.
Thank you for your cooperation in
this matter.
Doreen Fessler, Editor
June 28, 2012
Stuart Township Library
Monday-2:00 PM. - 5:30 PM
Wednesday-2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Friday.-11:00 AM– 5:30 PM
Wrangler Office Hours
402-925-8564—Please leave a message if I do not answer. I will return your
call as soon as possible.
Monday-11-3:30PM—Tuesday-11-6PM
Abundant Grace
Assembly of God
7 miles East of Stuart on Hwy 20
Wednesday
Adult Bible Study & Girls Club
(ages 3-8) @ 6:30 pm
Sunday
Sunday School—9:45 am
Morning Worship Service—10:45 am
Children's church—11:15 am
Theme: Youth
[ KIDS BIBLE
POWER HOUR
News from stuart’s ChurChes
]
HOMETOWN NAZARETH:
Where Jesus Was A Kid
July 11~18~25
(WEDNESDAYS)
10:00AM to 11:00AM
PreK-4th Grades
All faiths welcome!
Place: St. Boniface School-NW Room
Come experience some fun and
learn Bible Stories while you…
*sing songs *make crafts
*enjoy snacks *play games
*and SO MUCH MORE
Contact Information:
Jan Kunz—Director of Ministries
St. Boniface Parish
924-3803 or 340-2303
St. Boniface
Catholic Church
Mass Time
Saturday, June 30—7:00PM
Sunday, July 1—10:30AM
Office Open-8AM-4PM-Tues. & Wed.
Confessions for St. Boniface will be after the
11:15 Masses on Tues., Wed., & Thurs. or by appt.
Announcements
Happy Birthday
June 29
Pat Larsen
June 30
Shawn Kaup—Tom Krysl
Emily & Jennifer Schaaf
July 1
Henry Murphy—Brandi Morrow
Doug Barritt—Helen Adams
July 2
Abigail Tubbs—Trent Morrow
July 3
Mark Addison—Lucas Vogel
Tony Shearer—Chris Kramer
Casey Kaup
July 4
Jake Kubik—Shelby Paxton
July 5
Dorothy Moon
Happy Anniversary
June 29
Arnie & Darlene Jauernig
Gary & Deb Olberding
June 30
Bill & Julie Tielke
July 1
Tom & Cindy Myers
Roger & MaryEllen Scholz
Robert & Donna Campbell
July 2
Dustin & Vanessa Bowen
Stuart Community
Church
Sunday Morning Services
9:30AM
Announcements
Pastor Wayne Owens will be in
Stuart on Tuesday’s. 924-3375 is
the Church number or you may call
him at home at 925-2250.
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Monday morning was
such a beautiful morning that
we went outside right away.
There we had a group l:l
visit. One of the main topics
was putting up hay with a
team of horses. Everyone
had a few comments to
make about this subject.
“Shake it Off” was done for
exercise this morning. Ice
cream bars sure did taste
good for social hour on such
a hot day. In the evening,
we held the annual Fathers
Day BBQ supper. We are
so grateful for all those who came to
share the evening with the men.
Agnes Krobot led the residents in
praying the Rosary Tuesday morning.
Exercise was done to the music tape.
Judy was busy in the beauty shop most
of the day. The Stuart American Legion
Auxiliary hosted Bingo today. The
ladies who were here to help were
Marilyn Wallinger, Judy Schmitz, and
Fern Seger. Bingo continues to be one
of the very favorite activities, and we
are so fortunate to have the volunteers
to help us with it every week. Afterwards,
the reading group met and read
some short stories from the book,
“Wisdom of Our Fathers.” These stories
were all about fathers.
A magazine scavenger hunt was
held Wednesday morning. It is always
fun to see what our posters look like
when we get done. A puzzle was put
together this A.M. also. The carpet in
the living room was getting shampooed
this morning, so we had to find other
places to do our activities. This afternoon,
a couple of games of cards were
played before social hour. The movie
for today was “Girl of Limberlost.” This
was another really good family movie
and enjoyed by everyone who watched
it.
Amber met with a few of the ladies
who like to do crafts Thursday morning.
They made centerpieces using jars and
cupcake papers. They are so neat and
it was a fun project. Exercise was
done right before lunch. We decided to
have an outdoor picnic for lunch, even
though it was a little windy, several
folks were happy to go out to eat. Oth-
Parkside Manor News
June 18-22, 2012
June 28, 2012
Francis Duffy and his family spend time together
after the Father's Day Supper.
ers preferred to stay inside. Diana
was doing hairstyles today. In the
afternoon, a group of ladies ventured
to the Assisted Living for the June
Red Hat meeting with Helen Kunz
and Buttons Davis. Thirsty Thursday
was held at 3 P.M. with a nice crowd
in attendance. A meat and cheese
tray with crackers was served today,
along with all the favorite beverages.
We watched a “Big Joe Polka” video
afterwards in the living room.
Pastor Randy Goeke was here to
lead the Protestant church service
Friday morning. Most of the ladies
had their nails polished today. Several
games of Wii bowling were
played with staff and residents later
in the morning. The ones who play
really enjoy the Wii. Father Luke
Steffes was here to celebrate Mass
with the residents and people from
the community in the afternoon.
Nancy and Amber served banana
splits for social hour. The living room
was full when Frank Murphy came to
entertain at 4 P.M. The residents
always look forward to the time he
spends with us.
Saturday afternoon, Amber took
folks outside and also read the local
papers to them while they were out
there. They later all enjoyed social
hour together. A Catholic Communion
service was held in the chapel
Sunday morning. A movie was
shown and popcorn was served in
the afternoon. We are always happy
to see the many visitors that come
during the weekend.
PARKSIDE MANOR
MENU
July 2-6, 2012
Monday
Meatloaf, Boiled Potatoes,
Italian Vegetables, Bread,
Bananas and Yogurt
Tuesday
Roast Turkey, Mashed
Potatoes, Gravy, Squash,
Dinner Roll, Baked Custard
Wednesday July 4:
Oven Fried Chicken, Potato
Salad, Dinner Roll,
Jell-o Salad, Cookie
Thursday
Swiss Steak with Tomatoes,
Mashed Potatoes, Gravy,
Beets, Bread, Citrus Fruit
Friday
Breaded Fish, Ranch Wedges,
Spinach, Cornbread Muffin,
Margarine, Apricots
TORO LAWNMOWERS
Stop in
today
&
see our
selection
Wm. Krotter Company
924-3611
Stuart Locker
Stuart
Livestock Supply
924-3301
Store Hours
Monday-Saturday
8:00AM-6:00PM
Your Hometown Grocery Store
Custom Butchering & Processing,
Cleaning Pick-up, Film Processing,
Complete Line of Animal Health Products
We accept WIC checks and EBT cards.
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25 Year Class—Class of 1987: Front left to right,
Faron King, Doug Barritt, Phil Chvala, John Krysl and Tim
Wallinger. Back left to right, Nancy (Schmaderer) Steinhauser,
Stacey (Stracke) Dexter, Dr. John Tubbs and
Penny (Shald) Moore.
40 Year Class—Class of 1972: Front left to right, Janell
(Kramer) Tessari, Gary Batenhorst, LouAnn (Shald) Cadwallader,
Cindy (Kohle) Barney, and Marilou (Hoffman)
Nash. Back left to right, Melvin Kaup, Dan Myers, Tom
Ramm, Cliff Skala, Dan Hoffman, and Todd Jardee.
June 28, 2012
Class of 2012—Front left to right, Garrett Farr, Kelly
Kramer, Doug Larson, Ryan Larabee, Travis Wallinger
and Zachary Kunz. Back left to right, Dakota Murphy,
Chaelly Fahrenholz, Elana Kaup and Ashli Kunz.
50 Year Class—Class of 1962: Front left to right,
Jerry Steinhauser, Ron Laible, Ron Schaaf and Larry
Wedige. Back left to right, Ralph (GI) Medcalf, Kay
(Johnson) Warford, Maureen (Coufal) Proksel and Jim
Ninas.
All Alumni pictures courtesy of Myers Photography. Thank you.
Alumni—(Continued from page 1)
High School Dance Team.
Following the meal, the Introduction of our Oldest Graduate and Head Table were announced. The oldest graduate
that attended was Gene Hoffman from the class of ’43. Chaelly Farenholz (2012) honored Gene with the pinning of the
Corsage. An old Bronco Sweater was donated by Gene’s daughter Marilou Nash(1972) to the School. The maroon
Bronco sweater had 4 white stripes on the left arm that represented 4 years of football and 1 gold stripe on the right arm
represented 1 Conference Championship.
The MC recognized the Honored Classes of 1952, 1962, 1972, 1987, 2002 and 2012.
The 60 Year Graduates were Kenny Mlinar of Stuart, Marilyn (Varilek) Hytrek of Stuart, Jean (Cobb) Clanton of
Crystal Lake, IL, Dick Kaup of Omaha, Maureen (Batenhorst) Flynn of Sioux Falls, SD, and Theo (Weichman) Kohle of
Stuart.
The 50 Year Graduates were Ron Schaaf of Elkhorn, NE, Larry Wedige of LaVista, NE, Maureen (Coufal) Proksel of
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Got Glow?
June 28, 2012
ATKINSON — A Glow Ball Tournament on
July 14, hosted by the Atkinson Community
Foundation Fund, will redefine the way you think
of a golf tournament! This 9 hole, glow ball tournament
creates a relaxed and fun environment in
which everyone can enjoy a night of noncompetitive
golf while following around a glowing
golf ball at the Atkinson-Stuart Country Club. A
pre-party will kick off the night at 7pm with a
prime rib dinner and play begins at dusk. Along with your golf clubs, you are
encouraged to bring a flash light and your walking shoes.
The Atkinson Community Foundation Fund has chosen to support a new
BackPack Program provided by the Food Bank of the Heartland right here in
Atkinson. One in five kids in Nebraska under the age of 18 is at-risk for hunger.
The BackPack Program is designed to provide food for children at times when
other resources are not available, such as during weekends and school vacations.
Staff members at elementary schools identify students in need and then
the Food Bank for the Heartland
supplies bags filled with
child-friendly, nonperishable
food for those children to take
home on Friday afternoons.
Each bag provides two
breakfast meals and two
lunch or dinner meals. Since
2006, the backpacks have
been delivered to participating
schools by dedicated
Food Bank for the Heartland
volunteers and staff members.
Currently, nearly 3,900
backpacks are delivered
each week at 90 schools in
Nebraska and western Iowa.
Net proceeds from the
event will benefit the new
BackPack Program at West
Holt Elementary School. The
registration deadline for the tournament and pre-party is July 6.
Mail Your $50 Registration to or contact a Fund Advisory Committee
member: ACFF Glow Ball Golf Tournament, PO Box 725,
Atkinson, NE 68713
For more information contact Shannon at 402-340-2187 or visit
www.goatkinson.com and LIKE us on Facebook
The Atkinson Community Foundation is dedicated to the improvement
and long-term viability of the Atkinson community. A
permanent endowment fund has been established, through which
only the annual earnings are used for projects. As the endowment
grows, so will our quality of life for families today and future generations.
A volunteer Fund Advisory Committee works actively to
increase charitable giving and award grants to worthwhile organizations
that are addressing the emerging needs and future opportunities
in our community. The Fund Advisory Committee members
are: Barb Beckwith, Lisa Bilstein, Jim Brennan, Nicole Cadwallader,
David Fredrick, Laurie Hansen, Brent Hooey, Erin Jelinek,
Monique Johnson, Adam Ketteler, Megan Mitchell, and Shannon
Olberding.
Friday First Half Leaderboard
3 Stracke, Kunz, Miller 40
12 Wolf, Gentele, B. Gokie, Rossman 35
11 Friedel, D. Schaaf, T. Schaaf 34
17 Olson, Olson 31
4 Revelle, Ries 27
10 T. Theisen, P. Theisen, Estill 27
14 Hale, McAllister, Neptune 26
18 Wednesday Night 24
16 Kunz, C. Stoltenberg, Kunz, Miksch 23
1 Kubik, Hamik, Abner 23
7 Lieswald, Cleary 22
15 Brewster, Brewster, Hansen, Atkinson 20
2 Schaaf, Kramer, Hytrek 19
9 Schroeder, Heller 19
6 Madsen, Snover, Johnson 17
13 Kohle, Cadwallader 16
8 J. Myers, K. Myers, Tielke 16
5 D. Myers, Smith, Schmaderer, Brewster 5
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Stuart, Ne 68780
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Stuart Bloodmobile
The Red Cross Bloodmobile was held Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at the Stuart
Auditorium with 75 units of blood collected, a bit short of the goal of 82 but the
donors potentially helped 225 patients!! The blood supply is extremely low right
now so 75 units will be extremely beneficial to the shelves.
The Bloodmobile was sponsored by the Stuart American Legion Auxiliary.
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Alumni—(Continued from page 6)
Bennington, NE, Ron Laible of Shelby, NE, Jim Ninas of Atkinson, Kay
(Johnson) Warford of Wahoo, NE, Jerry Steinhauser of Stuart, and Ralph (GI)
Medcalf of Grand Island, NE. Stacey Dexter (1987) on behalf of the Alumni
Committee, presented each of the 50-Year Graduates that attended a SHS
mug engraved with their name and year printed in gold lettering.
Frank Murphy, a 1945 graduate, entertained the group with his musical
talents. Couples were asked to join in the front for some dancing. Gene and
MaryAnn Hoffman, Max and Helen Kunz, Henry and Helen Murphy, Connie
and Joan Murphy and Gary and Patti Batenhorst enjoyed in on the dancing.
The 25 Year Graduates were Nancy (Schmaderer) Steinhauser of Ainsworth,
NE, Doug Barritt of Sutton, NE, Tim Wallinger of Atkinson, NE, Phil
Chvala of Meadow Grove, NE, and Penny (Shald) Moore, John Krysl, Dr. John
Tubbs, Stacey (Stracke) Dexter, and Faron King all of Stuart.
There were no 10 Year Graduates that attended.
A drawing of each honored class was held for the Alumni that attended.
Alumni winners who received an SHS Mug were Kenneth Mlinar, Class of ‘52,
Marilou Nash, Class of ’72, John Krysl, Class of ’87 and Chaelly Fahrenholz,
Class of ’12.
The Class of 2012 was welcomed to the Stuart Alumni. Ralph Olberding
of the Alumni Committee awarded the graduates that applied for the scholarship
and that attended the ceremonies with a $325 scholarship each. Graduate
recipients included Chaelly Fahrenholz, Garrett Farr, Elana Kaup, Kelly
Kramer, Ashli Kunz, Zachary Kunz, Ryan Larabee, Doug Larson, Dakota Murphy,
and Travis Wallinger. A Thank you for the Stuart Alumni Scholarship was
given by Kelly Kramer (2012).
SHS Mugs were given out for Door Prizes. Doug Larson (2012) did the
drawing. Winners were Travis Wallinger (2012) and Delores Seger (1949).
The Banquet concluded with the Benediction given by Elana Kaup (2012).
A Big Thank You goes out to Marilyn and Larry Butler who did a very good
job organizing this big event, Doris Estes Catering for the delicious meal,
Stephanie Karo for designing and Tri-County Bank for printing the invitations
and programs, the 25 Year Class for setup and cleanup for the Banquet,
Donna Malone for the Honored Class Pictures, Mary Lyn Revelle for the beautiful
place cards on the table, the 10 Year Class for the decorations, Dan Myers
Photography for taking honored class pictures, Rick Shearer for setting up and
running the sound system, Southside for refreshments, Dance Team for serving
the meal, Frank Murphy for the entertainment and Dr. Tubbs for being the
Master of Ceremonies.
The members of the 2012 Stuart Alumni Committee were Ralph Olberding,
Peggy Dvorak, Cal Alder, Judy Wallinger, Larry and Marilyn Butler and joining
the committee this year were Theo Kohle and Marilyn Hytrek (60 Yr Class),
Jerry Steinhauser 50 Yr Class), LouAnn Cadwallader (40 Yr Class), Stacey
Dexter (25 Yr Class) and Abby Wondercheck (10 Yr Class).
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Cafe & Lounge
402-832-5272
Sun-Thurs—8AM - 8:30PM
Fri.& Sat—8AM - 9:30PM
Friday Night Special
Seafood Combo
June 29, 2012
With Potato, Soup & Salad Bar
Country Bake Shoppe
402-924-3820 Garfield St., -Stuart, NE
Serving 1 Special Daily
with Sandwiches & Salad.
Regular Daily Rolls & Donuts,
Pies or Cakes
by order
Wed.-Sat.
7-3PM
West Holt
Pharmacy
Atkinson, NE
Stop in today for all your
over the counter and
prescription needs
Use the
Drive Thru Window!
Order refills online- ask
Pharmacy for more information
Mon. - Fri.
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat 9AM-1PM
925-2651
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Northeast Cultural Exchanges Lead To
Travel For Students, Visitors
NORFOLK, Neb. - As two Chinese
visitors were unpacking in
Burkhardt Hall at Northeast Community
College recently, 12 Northeast
students and three staff were packing
for overseas travel.
International exchange programs
are part of Northeast's Strategic
Plan. Northeast President Michael
R. Chipps, Ph.D., recently included
global educational opportunities as
one of Northeast's top eight priorities.
The two Chinese visitors from
the Beijing Vocational College of Agriculture
(BVCA) studied Nebraska
water issues and the Northeast students
visited London and Paris as an
international study trip.
Faculty members Yang Shengmin
and Su Chunhong, Ph.D., joined
a Northeast Crops and Irrigation
class taught by Michael
Lechner. They spent nearly three
weeks in Nebraska.
Lechner said Northeast's relationship
with the Beijing Vocational
College of Agriculture is important as
China is a large consumer of agricultural
goods produced in America. He
said 25 percent of all soybeans produced
in the country are bought by
the Chinese.
Through an interpreter, Shengmin
and Dr. Chunhong taught four
lessons in Lechner's class on Chinese
water quality and issues. They
told the students that China does not
have abundant water resources.
Lindsay Manufacturing, Lindsay;
Tyson Foods, Madison; Central Valley
Ag, Monroe; Producers Hybrids,
Battle Creek; Laredo Ridge Wind
Farm, Petersburg, Maricle Farms,
Albion, and Roth Farms, Wisner,
were among the places they visited.
They also visited the Norfolk
Waste Water Treatment facility because
waste water treatment in
China is challenging due to its large
population.
Shengmin and Dr. Chunhong
also attended a Norfolk church service
and were dinner guests at the
home of several present and past
Northeast staff members. "They
were fascinated with our American
grills," Lechner said, "and really liked
the food cooked on grill."
In a farewell letter to Dr. Chipps,
Shengmin noted that in their visit of
over 20 factories and farms, "they
learned a lot, that the teaching process
was rigorous, and teaching content
very rich." She also noted, "the air
here is fresh and people warm and
hospitable."
As part of a reciprocal agreement
with BVCA, Lechner and Northeast
Biology Instructor Jim Gross will spend
about 20 days in Beijing in September
to study Chinese water issues.
The Northeast students who visited
London and Paris were required to
take Instructor Adam Peterson's threecredit-hour
class, Intercultural
Communications, before the trip. Students
who traveled were Karina Gonzalez
and Mayra Velazquez, both of
South Sioux City; Katie Becker and
Samantha Schulte, both of Norfolk;
Kelsey Konken, Hartington;
Kyle Pospisil,
Creighton; Brittany
Gaudreault, Madison;
Ashley Trujillo, Stuart;
Hannah Williams, Elgin;
Ethan Koopman, Battle
Creek; Erika Spahr,
Laurel, and Derrick Nelsen,
West Point.
Northeast staff members
Pam Saalfeld, Peterson,
and Hillary Saalfeld
accompanied the students,
who paid their own expenses
and earned one
college credit for the trip.
Peterson asked the
students to journal daily and
interview a Londoner and
Parisian to ask them what it
meant to be English or
French. He also asked the
students to write an end-oftrip
report. Pospisil, Trujillo,
and Koopman also spoke at
the June Board of Governors
meeting.
Several students wrote
that tradition and history are
highly valued in Lon-
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The men enjoyed a delicious Father’s Day meal at
the Good Samaritan Society Atkinson.
June 28, 2012
NECC—(Continued from page 9) lessons-- what it means to be a
don. "The British treasure their centuries-old
buildings and work to keep
them in good condition," one
wrote. "Unlike Americans, who tear
down old buildings to build skyscrapers
or parking lots."
Another student noted that London
has a large, blended community
of different races, microcultures, and
subcultures. "On Camden High
Street, I saw a Chinese restaurant on
the same block as a French restaurant.
I saw an Arab man pushing a
cart of Hala chicken. I saw all sorts
of traditional clothing, from turbans to
burkas. It was impossible to tell who
was in the minority and who was in
the majority in London," another
wrote.
Some students wrote that communication
in Paris was difficult because
they did not speak
French. Some found the French unfriendly
because of the language
barrier, while the English were considered
friendly because there was
no language barrier.
"I used to think that everyone in
America should speak English or get
out," more than one student wrote. "I
now know how hard that is and how
scary it would be to wake up every
morning knowing I couldn't communicate
with anyone today because I
couldn't speak the language," one
said.
Saalfeld said the student/
travelers learned two very important
June 17-June 23, 2012
Hello from The Good Samaritan Society! The Catholic
Communion was offered in room. Pastor Ila and Ann held the
Protestant Church Service. The residents enjoy the Ice Cream
Social and coffee at 2:30 p.m., this is a great chance for family
and friends to visit.
Monday started off with Coed Exercises and Map Qwest.
Several residents came out to listen to Jean do Bible Study, we
are very grateful to have her come and offer her time. The
Presbyterian Ladies were present to entertain during Happy
Hour. The residents always have a great time listening to the
music while enjoying refreshments. The Men had a Father’s
Day Dinner Monday evening. They were treated to Filet Mignon,
Baked Potato, and cheesecake.
The Resident Council meeting was held Tuesday at 10:00
a.m. This is great opportunity for the residents to voice any
‘stranger in a strange land’ and the
necessity of adaptation. "When we
arrived in London and later in Paris,
they were overwhelmed by the
speed and size of a huge city and
the multitudes of people from all
walks of life," she said.
"In Paris, there was the potential
of a language barrier for simple
things like buying water or asking
directions. They had to read maps,
study signage, and navigate public
transportation," she continued.
"However, I think they surprised
themselves with how quickly
they adapted. They became experts
at the London Tube and the Paris
Metro, even venturing out on their
own without the group leaders."
Next summer, Northeast Spanish
Instructor Wendy Swenson will
lead a study trip to Spain after students
have taken her class, "Spain's
Culture and Language."
Open Everyday
Tue-Fri—7:30AM-7:00PM
Saturday 7:30AM-7:00PM
Sunday 7:30AM-1:00PM
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Society/Prairie Winds News
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suggestions or concerns they may
have. We had Bingo in the afternoon
with the Presbyterian Ladies
here to volunteer their help, which is
appreciated. Many came out for the
activity Balloons. This is a fun time
to stay active and have fun.
Church Services with Pastor Ila
were offered Wednesday morning.
Residents gathered for Reading at
11:00 a.m. Several ladies had their
nails done during Manicures. This is
a great time for them to socialize and
get pampered!
Thursday we had Chair Dancing,
this is an activity residents do to a
(Continued on page 11)
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FIELD AGENT
AGENCY DEPARTMENT
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
BUS. PHONE: 402-340-9875
FAX: 402-925-2125
Email: joseph.kaup@kofc.org
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June 28, 2012
Dedication To Our Service Members
Please send cards and letters. They will enjoy hearing from you.
Service Members Overseas
Hickman, Lynetta L.
MACS-4, ATC, DETA, Unit 37215
FPO AP 96603-7215
Marine Lance Corporal is a
niece of Glen Revelle
Stationed at Okinawa until July
Sgt. Markvicka, Casey L.
A. Co. 7-101st
TF LIFT
APO AE 09355
Son-in-Law of Rose Barritt
and the late Dan Barritt
video to music and is a great form of exercise. The Protestant Communion with
Pastor Owens was held at 11:00 a.m. We were happy to have Frank Murphy present
to offer entertainment in the afternoon, while the residents were treated to ice
cream.
Father Luke held Mass Friday morning. The Kitchen Crew helped out the Dietary
staff by peeling potatoes for them. The delicious smell of Snickerdoodle cookies
filled the air in the afternoon During Baking. For Friday Night at the Movies
they had popcorn as they watched “We Bought a Zoo”.
Saturday morning several residents were out to enjoy rolls and coffee during Coffee
Klache. We are excited for our upcoming Community Potluck Picnic on Monday
July 2 at 6:00 p.m. Please bring a meat dish or a side dish for the potluck and
we will be looking forward to seeing you, as we will have lots of great food, fun
activities, music, and fireworks!
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Nephew of Glen Revelle
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Attention!—Anyone with family members in the service please send their address to The Wrangler.
Cards and letters from their community and family will cheer them up in this hard time away from home
Visit the website for Nebraska Troops www.nebraskatroops.com
The Pit Stop
Stuart, NE—924-3491
Sun.-Thurs. 6AM-10PM
Fri. & Sat. 6AM-11PM
Have a Safe & Happy
4th of July Week.
Atkinson/Stuart
Food Pantry
Food packages will
be brought to Stuart
and can be picked up
the Monday, July 2 at
Stuart Community
Church from 3PM to
5PM. If you are unable
to pick your food please
make arrangements
ahead of time. For an
application or questions
please contact Linda
Nekuda at 402-340-
3038.
Bridal Registry
for
Nicole Potter
&
Nate Trautman
They will be married on
June 30, 2012
and are registered at our store.
Stop in or give us a call.
OPEN:
Monday-Friday: 9-5
Saturday: 9-4
Phone: 402-924-3371
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NOTICE
The Stuart Development Corporation annual meeting will be held at 7:00 PM, June 28, 2012 @ Stracke’s
Grill & Lounge Meeting Room.
EVERYONE WELCOME
If you wish to be a member of the Stuart Development Corporation for 2012 and cannot attend the annual
meeting June 28th @ 7:00 PM , please complete, sign and return the enclosed “Proxy” with your membership
dues.
PROXY
Know All Men by These Present That I, _____________________________ of
__________________________________________ Do hereby constitute and appoint
________________________________ of __________________________________
Attorney and Agent for me, in my name, place and stead to vote as my proxy, at a meeting of the stockholders
of the Stuart Development Corporation to be held at said meeting room at Stracke’s Grill & Lounge in Stuart,
Nebraska on June 28, AD 2012, or at any adjournment thereof, according to the number of votes I should be
entitled to vote if personally present, with power of substitution.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand, this _______ day of June, AD 2012.
In presence of
______________________________ _______________________________-
Please complete, sign and return with your membership dues, $25.00 per individual to:
Diane Kaup, Treasurer
PO Box 144 Stuart, NE 68780
Wednesday First Half
Leaderboard
10 Levering, Tasler, Wolf 43
5 Ketteler, Ketteler 48
7 Schaaf, Prussa 37
28 Friday Nigh League 36
17 Kaxzor, Harnack 35
9 Rust, Coyle, Johnson 32
23 Lech, Lech 31
2 Claussen, Wolcott 31
24 Fox, Davis, Davis 30
26 Langan, Apger, Langan 29
13 Braun, Seger, Gibbens 29
21 Hooey, Kerkman 29
14 Rossman, Judge, Stoltenberg 28
1 Rossman, Monahan, Kaup 28
4 Hytrek, Kaup 27
11 Gokie, Butterfield 27
12 Winkler, Miller 25
16 Madsen, Roberts, Fredrick 25
22 Laetsch, Stracke, Tobin 24
25 Linse, Lichty 23
8 Fritton, Ryan 23
3 Harnack, McDermott 22
19 Stenka, Morgan 22
15 Ogden, Ogden, Ogden 21
27 Hansen, Siebert 20
18 Olberding, Corkle 14
20 Beck, Flannery 14
6 Slaymaker, Kramer 13
FREE Homemade Ice Cream Social
Thursday July 5th
5:00PM-8:30PM
At the Basketball Court on Main Street
Sponsored by Stuart Community Church
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Chickens
For Sale
The Stuart FFA Chapter
in conjunction with the
“Chicken Coop Co-op” will
be taking orders on whole
or cut-up fryers. Whole
fryers are priced at $7.00
per bird and cut-up fryers
are priced at $7.50 per
bird. Volume discounts
available starting at 10
bird orders. To place an
order, call Monty Larsen
at 402/340-1967. Leave a
message if there is no answer.
Quantities are limited,
so place your order
soon.
**CARRY OUT**
CALL 402-924-3784
Open weekly Wed thru Sat
5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
June 28, 2012
Stracke’s Grill & Sports Lounge
East Hwy 20, Stuart, NE
Take out orders for July 4th
Broasted Chicken and Potato Salad/Macaroni Salad
Call Stacey at 340-2990. Deadline to order June 28th.
Co-Ed Adult Sand Volleyball Tournament and Karaoke
on Sat., June 30th. Stracke’s Lounge Open All Day.
July 4th Closed
July 5th & July 6th 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
July 7th 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. —Karaoke
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!
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June 28, 2012
Stuart American Legion Auxiliary
Will be serving Lunch following the 4th of July Parade at
the picnic area in the Stuart Community Park.
.
Wednesday, July 4th, 2012
Serving Following the parade—1:30 p.m.
.
K & H Roast Beef Sandwich Meal $6
Hotdog Meal $4
Roast Beef Sandwich $4, Hotdog $2.25
Meals served with Baked beans, Chips, and Tea or Water
Proceeds to benefit Veterans, Youth organizations, Scholarships, Community Organizations and much more!
Basic Bookkeeping For Business Is Topic
For This Month’s Entrepreneurship Series
Holt County Economic Development’s monthly Entrepreneurship
Series workshop will be held Friday, June 29th at the Murphy
Theater and Media Center in Stuart. The program will run from 12
– 1PM.
These workshops are designed for new business owners, including
those in the startup/pre-launch phase; for existing business
owners, for entrepreneurship educators, and/or for organizations
and individuals involved with economic and community development.
June 29th’s session will focus on Basic Bookkeeping for small
businesses. To succeed in business, one of your most important
tools is financial analysis, based on your business records. Accurate
financial records will help you answer some very
important questions. Are you making money, or losing
it? How much? Is your business on sound financial
ground, or are troubles lurking ahead? A sound bookkeeping
system is the foundation on which all of this
valuable financial information can be built.
No pre-registration is necessary to attend and there
isno cost to attend. For questions, please contact the
Holt County Economic Development Office at (402) 336
-1504 or email Nicole at
Nicole@HoltCountyNebraska.com.
Answers to your computer
or technology issues
Taking Calls:
Monday thru Friday
9am-5pm
CSIT Technologies
Stuart Furniture Floor
and
Window Coverings
Computer Repair/Electronics
Solutions
Telephone 402-340-5874
125 N Grant St, Stuart, NE 68780
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Home & small business networking solutions.
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June 28, 2012
Responsible Beverage Server Training
to be held
TIPS (Training for Prevention Procedures Program) is a
curriculum for Responsible Beverage Server Training. It enhances
the people skills of the servers, sellers and consumers
of alcohol. Program participants are trained by certified
instructors to detect the signs of intoxication and gain the
confidence needed to intervene effectively to prevent alcohol
-related problems.
Training will be provided in the following locations in July
and August. Watch for a letter of invitation and plan to attend if you own or
work at an establishment that sells alcoholic beverages.
Antelope County------------July 19, 2012
Brown County----------------July 26, 2012
Pierce County----------------July 31, 2012
Knox County-----------------August 2, 2012
Cherry County---------------August 7, 2012
Rock County-----------------August 9, 2012
Boyd County-----------------August 16, 2012
ASAP (Area Substance Abuse Prevention) Coalition and North Central
District Health Department, with funding received from the Nebraska Department
of Health & Human Services is addressing the issues of underage drinking
and drinking and driving across the lifespan by providing TIPS training to
owner/managers of alcohol retail businesses and their staff. The training was
recently offered to liquor license holders
in the 9 counties of Antelope,
Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Holt, Keya
Paha, Knox, Rock and Pierce free of
charge. In all, 44 managers and em-
July 3, 4, & 5
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Wednesday, July 4—-5:30PM
Thursday, July 5—10:00PM
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ployees were trained using the TIPS
curriculum. The TIPS training will be
offered once again in July and August.
For more information about an upcoming
training in your area, call
North Central District Health Department
at 402 336-2406.
Help Wanted
Stracke’s Grill & Sports Lounge
East Hwy 20, Stuart, NE 68780
Now Taking Applications
for Cook/Kitchen Help, Bartenders and
Servers.
Contact Mardell Stoltenberg at #924-3497
Or Stacey Dexter at #340-2990
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Petroleum
&
Auto Sales
Antifreeze Bulk
$6.99 gallon
WHAT YOU WANT
WE HAVE OR CAN GET!!
Get your
Chicken orders in.
The Central Bar
is now taking orders.
No order is too
BIG or small.
The clock is ticking so go
ahead and get on the
phone and call today.
Taking Orders until June 30
Thank you
Marietta & Bob

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June 28, 2012
FAMILY FUN NIGHT-2012
The Family Fun Night Committee is busily making plans for the 2nd Annual Family Fun Nigh to
be held on July 5 from 5p.m. to 8:30p.m. This year the fun will be held at the Stuart Auditorium
for the carnival games and the inflatables will be across the street in the Greater Sandhills Clinic
parking lot. The ponies will also be making a return appearance.
We are accepting any donations from individuals or groups to help defray the cost of the entirely
FREE evening of FUN for the whole FAMILY. If you would like to donate, please contact Jan Kunz
@ 340-2303. Please make checks payable to:
Knights of Columbus (please put Family Fun Night on memo line)
And mail to: Family Fun Night Committee, P.O. Box 160, Stuart, NE 68780
We are also looking for individuals/groups to help run the games and such so please consider donating
an hour of your time to this worthy cause.
Let's make this FAMILY FUN NIGHT a GREAT ONE!
PUBLIC HEARING
Stuart Public School District #44 will hold a hearing at 7:30
p.m. at its regular scheduled meeting on July 9th, 2012, for the
purpose of hearing comments concerning student fees which
were charged students during the 2011-12 school year and regarding
a student fee policy which is being brought to the board
for approval at said meeting. The meeting will be held in the
Stuart Public School building.
NOTICE OF MEETING
STUART PUBLIC SCHOOL
BOARD of EDUCATION
Notice is hereby given that a REGULAR meeting of the Stuart
Public School Board of Education, Stuart, Nebraska, will be
held at 7:00 p.m., on July 9, 2012, at the school. The meeting
will be open to the public. An agenda for such meeting is available
for inspection in the Superintendent's Office.
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Monday First Half
Leaderboard
11 Fox, Tobin 29
1 Rossman, Elm, Wolf, Siebert 28
7 Kerkman, Gibbens, Corkle, Poessnecker 25
16 Poessnecker, Pringer 24
3 Estill, Cadwallader, Vogel 24
5 Olberding, Herrington, Vrooman 21
8 Theisen, Braun 20
12 Kubik, Schaaf, Olson 19
13 Batenhorst, Krieger 18
17 Norton, K. Schaaf 17
15 Beck, Whiting 16
2 Fischer, Held 16
14 Poessnecker, Ketteler 14
18 Kunz, Butterfield, Myers 13
4 Schrunk, Roberts, Seger, Osborne 12
9 Frickel, Coburn 10
6 Hooey, Hansen, Luther 6
10 Olson, McGrath 6
Please stay off the grass
at
Stuart Public School and St. Boniface School
when the yellow tape is up.
They will be spraying the weeds.
Thank you for your cooperation!!

The Wrangler
Letter To Editor
"If it looks like a duck, quacks
like a duck, and waddles like a duck,
chances are it is a duck."
I have adhered to this simple
and humorous philosophy for nearly
sixty years. It merely refers to the
use of "common sense" when dealing
with life's ever-changing dynamics.
In November 2011 when the
TransCanada Corporation stood before
our state senators and stated
that they would be re-routing the
Keystone XL pipeline in order to
avoid the Sandhills, a collective
cheer resounded across the rolling
hills of Keya Paha, Rock, and Holt
counties. On our own ranch we were
convinced that we had been saved
from six miles of certain destruction
and we were equally certain that this
entire region of the state had been
given a reprieve. In order to "avoid
the Sandhills" we were certain it
meant that this area, that has garnered
the Sandhills name for centuries,
would remain unscathed by a
thirty-six inch tar-sands pipeline buried
in its sandy soil and lying within
the life-sustaining Ogallala Aquifer.
WE WERE SO WRONG!
Now as the Nebraska Department
of Environmental Quality review
the alternative route supplied to
them by TransCanada, based on one
map, we are once again facing the
construction of the KXL pipeline
through the Sandhills. Yes, the alternative
route crosses miles and miles
of Sandhills ground.
Govenor Heineman, Nebraska
DEQ, state senators, and Transcanada,
as you are trying to convince
the country that you have done
a great service to our state, you will
not be convincing those of us (whom
with the help of common sense)
have made our living here. We will
always call it the Sandhills. You can
try to take away our land but you can
never remove our roots. Our feet are
embedded too deeply in this sandy
soil to allow that. We have "common
sense" not a map chosen for the sole
purpose of destroying miles of land
and threatening our life blood (the
Ogallala Aquifer) for the ultimate gain
June 28, 2012
Edward Carl Brandt
Edward Carl Brandt was born in Waterloo,
Iowa on February 10, 1945 to Vernal and Iona
(Anderson) Brandt. He grew up in Waterloo
and later the family moved to the Neligh, NE
area. He graduated high school where he met
Janice Good the mother of his 3 boys.
Ed loved to hunt and fish and each year
hosted a fish fry for his friends and neighbors at
his home. He loved fixing and restoring the old
fishing rods he "picked up" at area auctions. He
also loved woodworking and made such items
as wooden tackle boxes and camping cabinets.
If he could find a picture or plans he could build
it.
Ed is survived by his sons Edward P.
Brandt of Norfolk, NE and Jason Brandt and his wife Shelly of Kearney, NE; a
sister Udonna Schmit and her husband George of Atkinson; and brothers
Vernon Brandt of Phillips, NE and Donald Brandt; 3 Grandchildren; and a
close personal friend Twila Engler of Atkinson.
He is preceded in death by his parents, a son Timothy Brandt, 2 brothers,
and 1 sisters.
Military graveside rites will be conducted by the Atkinson American Legion
Post NO. 86.
Thank you to all the area communities for your
encouragement, and to Mike Stephen, Jed Snyder
and Ryan Richey for your years of coaching and
Caleb's nomination to the All-star games.
The 2012 Sertoma 8-man All-Star Classic at
Hastings and the Pinnacle Bank Nebraska/Kansas 8man
All-Star game at Doane College were wonderful
experiences that Caleb will long remember.
Special thanks to the program signature
ad sponsors:
Farmers and Ranchers Co-op G & V's Market
Krotter's Home and Auto Center Plains Equipment Group
Sandhills Equipment, Inc. Sandhills State Bank
The Tri-County Bank Turp's Automotive
West Plains Ban Scott's Place - Scott & Lisa Connery
Thank You,
Caleb, Rich and Lora
of TransCanada.
Yesterday I sat with my grandson
atop a typical sandhill dune on
our Keya Paha County ranch. Miles
of rolling hills lay before us. Below
us, nestled among the hills, a pool of
water( the result of the aquifer seeping
through the porous hills) gave a
flock of waterfowl a place to swim,
completely oblivious to our presence.
As the flock began to take
flight, I braced myself for the question
I knew was imminent from my
19
grandson. "Grammy, what's that?"
With a lump in my throat and a twoyear
olds hand clutched in mine, I
answered the only truthful way I
could.
"We used to call them ducks, but
that was before common sense was
outlawed."
Teri Taylor
46141 Amber Road
Newport, NE. 68759
402-924-3910

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Doreen Fessler, Editor
P.O. Box 88
Stuart, NE. 68780
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June 28, 2012
Check our prices on
Tires-lots of
brands & sizes
Oil-cases, gallons,
5 gallons 30 gallons
& 55 gallons
Batteries & Parts
Give us a call for your next
service job and other repairs.
Cobb Motors
Stuart
924-3951 or 924-3901
Thought for the Week
The acts of this life are the
destiny of the next.
Eastern Proverb
Presorted
U.S. Postage
PAID
Stuart, NE. 68780
Permit No. 3
20
The top line of the Address Label is the date your
‘donation’ expires. Please check the date so you don’t
miss an issue!!
JM Collision Center
“QUALITY COMES FIRST”
•PAINTING •GLASS REPAIR
JERRY & SUSAN MYERS
402-924-0900——402-340-5498
508 E. 1st Street • P.O. Box 185 •Stuart, NE 68780
June 29, 30 & July 1
Brave
Held Over Rated PG
3D Show Times
Friday, June 29—7:00PM & 9:30PM
Saturday, June 30-7:00PM & 9:30PM
Sunday, July 1—2PM
2D Show Times
Sunday, July 1—5PM
Admission Prices
3D—12 & Under-$6 & Adults-$8
2D—12 &Under-$5 & Adults-$7