What Stocktonites Were Doing 94 Years Ago
Phillip Morin, 23, of Damar, was almost instantly killed yesterday morning when his car, stalled on the Union Pacific tracks, was struck by a freight train about two miles from Damar. The automobile was carried for a distance of 200 feet and demolished. Morin was picked up by the train crew and taken to Palco for emergency treatment by Dr. Peterson but died a few minutes after reaching the doctor’s office. Coroner Brown made an investigation of the death and decided a hearing would not be necessary. Morin suffered severe injuries. A long wound was made above the right eye extending to the ear, a deep gash on the head, left ear torn off, right shoulder broken, and left arm broken. It had been said that Morin had been at a dance and apparently had gone to sleep in his car, which had stalled on the Union Pacific railway tracks.
George Veverka passed his 80th milestone, and the family surprised him with about 50 relatives and friends assembling at the family home near Webster for a noon dinner. Mr. Veverka is one of the early men of the county, and a successful and prosperous farmer.
Phillipsburg’s big rodeo, to be held August 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th, has all the elements of real class in this sort of entertainment. In addition to the regular events on the rodeo program, all sorts of trick acts have been added. Approximately 150 cowboys are expected to enter the various events this year, and they will be given the very best of rodeo stock on which to “strut their stuff.” Two carloads of rawboned Montana broncs, ranging in age from five to ten years and weighing 1,100 to 1,350 pounds, have been shipped directly from the range. The big free pioneer pageant parade, old-time vehicles, covered wagons, etc., through the downtown streets will be on August 6th and repeated at the arena every day during the rodeo. The grounds capable of seating 5,000 people have been constructed one mile north of Phillipsburg on Highway No. 1. A three-eighths mile track has been built, which will allow for chariot races, pony races, covered wagon races, trick acts, etc., to take place at the same time the riders are trying their hand at the mules, steers, and broncos, while the ropers and bulldoggers are putting on their events. Jay Groom, manager of the rodeo, promises that something will be done every minute of the entertainment. Senators Capper and Allen are expected to be present.
Sheriff A. C. Gillilan and deputies searched the O. A. Parmenter home southeast of Stockton last evening and found 150 bottles of home brew and a barrel of the same. The latter was destroyed, but the 150 bottles and Parmenter were brought to town. He was released on bond.
Mrs. Ezra Westenhaver’s house burned Wednesday afternoon at about four o’clock. Mrs. Westenhaver and her son Edgar were in town at the time. Harvesters noticed the building was ablaze in a field some distance away. By the time they reached the place, no one could enter the building, so the contents were at a total loss. Friends and neighbors contributed to a purse presented to Mrs. Westenhaver to supply her immediate needs. Mrs. Westenhaver is residing with her daughter, Mrs. Warren Cochell, for a short time until definite plans are made for her future home building.
B. O. Darland took his eleven head of cattle out to Forrest Bice to care for while they were visiting California. On the way, three milk cows broke ranks out into the Sudan. On arriving at Bices, and while they were drinking at the tank, all three fell dead. This is hard luck for Herb.
One of the Codell grain bins in the Morrison elevator gave way last week due to heavy wheat pressure, causing some trouble and expense.
Mrs. Ruth McKinnis and Gordon McKinnis arrived Sunday to spend their vacation days with their mother, Mrs. Anna McKinnis, relatives, and friends. They expect to be here for about ten days. Both are located in Pittsburgh, Pa. Miss Ruth is the state secretary of missions of the Christian Church, while Standard Oil Company employs Gordon. Ruth and Gordon came with Misses Ruth and Mary Miller of Bethany, Va., who are friends of Miss McKinnis. After a short stay here, the sisters left for an outing in Colorado.
A birthday surprise was given to Junior Lee Vielguth at his home and was attended by several of his little friends. Junior Lee received many presents. Cake, cookies, and ice cream were served. Guests were Vivian Akers, Virginia Gowdy, Evelyn Gowdy of Chicago, Eleanor Kenyon, Hugh Kirkpatrick, George Huey, George Bayno, Lawrence, Jean and Richard Bergin, Leo Smith, great-grandmother Sarah Sammons, grandmother Mrs. Dan Conn, and aunts Faye and Leah Conn.
Members of the Sunflower Club spent a delightful evening on June 21st in the Tim Davis barn. The young people enjoyed playing old-time walking games, and the little folks played ring-around the-rosy, dropping the handkerchief, and others. Some of the men enjoyed card games and visiting. At 11:30, refreshments of sandwiches, cake, and iced tea were served. There were 82 present, and all hope to spend another evening there soon.
Mrs.E.L.Shutz of Woodston had entertained with a miscellaneous shower, complimentary to Miss Golda Dunlap’s approaching marriage to Perry Russ of Lincoln, Nebraska. The afternoon was spent making the bride-to-be a bride’s book and cookbook. Miss Dunlap was the recipient of many beautiful and useful gifts.
