1984: Council discusses youth curfew
75 Years Ago - July 28, 1949
RANDOLPH – Claus Glindermann, 52, and Fred Lucas, 26, both of Hartington suffered serious burns late Saturday afternoon while working on an REA line north of Randolph near the W.J. Cunningham farm.
The men were lifting a pole to which was attached a ground wire, and the pole came in contact with a 23-thousand volt line.
Mr. Glindermann suffered burns about his hands and feet, left thigh, abdomen and chest, and Mr. Lucas was burned on his hands and feet. Both were knocked unconscious and at first believed to be dead.
Another crew member was with the men and he gave first aid, and a passing motorist called a local doctor who also gave first aid, and the men were then taken in the Steckelberg ambulance to a Norfolk hospital, where both are reported to be recovering.
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RANDOLPH – The 1949 Randolph 4-H Junior Fair will bring to Randolph exhibits by representatives of 100 clubs, who boast a membership of 10,000 youths from four counties, Cedar Knox, Pierce and Wayne.
The combined 4-H home economics exhibits in the auditorium and the livestock exhibits in the city park will make this fair probably the largest since the 4-H home economics exhibits were added.
Invitations to enter are being sent this week to 30 clubs in Knox County, 31 clubs in Cedar, 21 in Pierce and 20 in Wayne. The 1949 Junior Fair has been designated by both Wayne and Knox counties as their Elimination Centers for home economics.
60 Years Ago - July 23, 1964
RANDOLPH – Sister M. Jotha, O.S.F. celebrated the Golden Jubilee of her religious life on Sunday at St. Frances de Chantal church, her home parish.
Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Reding, Sister M. Jotha comes from a family which included 11 children.
The jubilation attended St. Frances school and entered St. Joseph’s Convent in Milwaukee, Wis. where she received her training in music. She has a sister in the same order, Sister M. Davina, who celebrated her Golden Jubilee here four years ago. *** RANDOLPH – There’s no need to inform the public, however for the record, it has been hot in these parts.
Humans, animals and vegetation have been sweltering for nine days in heat which has ranged between 95 and 101. The mercury rose to the century mark on two occasions during the period.
Residents, perhaps, can hold out hope for relief before long. In checking last year’s records, it is noted that at approximately the same period this territory was in the grips of a heat wave which continued for 10 days before the temperatures moderated.
50 Years Ago - July 25, 1974
RANDOLPH – An announcement in this issue of The Times by Mr. and Mrs. Barrie Braden tells of the sale of Braden’s Super Saver to Mr. and Mrs. (Sharon) Jim Riedel of Norfolk.
The business transaction will officially take place on July 29.
Mr. and Mrs. Riedel are planning to move here with their four children sometime before school starts. *** RANDOLPH – Plans for the Fall Festival set for Wednesday, August 21 are progressing as this week the festival committee made several major announcements.
The popular livestock show which was dropped from the festival several weeks ago was reinstated after a study of the number of animals available. The livestock show will be put on in the same manner as in previous years, only it will be completed by noon.
It was decided on Monday evening that a beef barbecue will be served at the Fall Festival
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between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. at the ballpark with seating available in the grandstand.
40 Years Ago - July 26, 1984
RANDOLPH – Following a special meeting of the Randolph City Council on Monday night it is possible that several changes could take place in ordinances that are presently being codified.
A two-hour period was spent going over ordinances that are presently in effect and the council appears to be considering some changes and talks were held that would create a curfew for persons under 17 years of age. The possibility that a curfew will be adopted will undoubtedly be discussed at the regular August meeting.
One possible change that might be of interest will effect the Park Board. Presently, the Randolph City Council has no authority over the operation of the Park Board, except when budgeting money for its operation. The council appears to be considering changing the ordinance that will give them some control over the board’s decision making power. *** RANDOLPH – Weather conditions, including rainfall, as well as temperature and humidity continue to be of major concern for area residents this past week as timely showers have aided crops.
Rainfall on Monday evening amounted to at least 1 1/2” in Randolph, but one report indicated that over two inches were received south and east of town. At Jerry’s Hilltop, which is located south of the junction of Highways 81 and 20, over two inches were received on Monday night. Thursday evening more rain was received in the area. One gauge in town measured 1/2” while at the Don Bermel residence, located six miles south, 1.55” were reported.
Along with the timely moisture high humidity has started working air conditioners overtime, but the peak demand for electricity has not reached last year’s demand, according to City Foreman LeRoy Brummell. Brummell told The Times on Friday, 1983’s peak of 1973 KWs hasn’t been seriously threatened yet, but city officials are watching closely and will be attempting to keep the peak demand below the 1983 figure. *** RANDOLPH – The second crop of alfalfa, as well as the beginning of the oats harvest is underway in the immediate Randolph area as farmers try to stay caught up with mid-summer work.
Weather conditions have been cooperating with farmers as timely rains and warm temperatures are trying to make up for the lost time that many members of the farm community experience earlier this spring. Temperatures on Friday, Saturday, Sunday as well as Monday were in the 90s and approached the 100-degree mark on several occasions.
30 Years Ago - July 27, 1994
RANDOLPH – Karen Nannen and Darlene Dowling were honored Tuesday evening, July 19 at the Randolph Area Ventures Fair Barbecue at the city park.
“Employee of the Year” was awarded to Karen Nannen. Mrs. Nannen has been employed at Rogers Law Office for 15 1/2 years. Her work includes secretarial, legal documents, payroll, correspondence and records.
Receiving the “Good Neighbor” award was Darlene Dowling. Darlene has served as president, vice president, on the board of directors and hospitality committee for the Randolph Community Club and for the Board of Directors of the Randolph Development Corporation. She is a charter member of the Randolph Jaycees, and has been a Girl Scout leader five years. Darlene is currently serving on the hospitality and retail trade committees for Randolph Area Ventures, Inc. *** RANDOLPH – Over 150 individuals attended Northeast Nebraska Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Day ’94 in Randolph, Saturday, July 23.
Past and present D.A.R.E. graduates and their families from all over the area attended events and displays in the park organized by the Cedar County Sheriff’s Department under the direction of Sheriff Elliot Arens.
Throughout the day, prizes were given away from area businesses and individuals. *** RANDOLPH – Two local mail carriers have received safe driving awards from the National Safety Council.
Mick Peterson was cited for 12 years of accident-free driving. Jim Dickes was cited for four years without an accident.
20 Years Ago - July 28, 2004
RANDOLPH – The magazine Nebraska Life, which is based out of Hartington recently contained an article focusing on the old fashioned hometown barbershops, and Randolph’s very own “Scotty” LaVern Scott’s shop got quite a bit of recognition.
In the March/April issue of the magazine, author Gary Innes decided to write about these fading barber shops, and came to Scotty for the interview.
When asked how he felt about the article, Scotty responded, “I liked it very much. I was pleased.” *** QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA – Nick Haselhorst, son of Chuck and Jolene Haselhorst, recently participated in the International Sports Specialists Inc. Down Under Bowl.
A 2004 Randolph graduate, Haselhorst was selected to participate in the bowl as a member of the Nebraska-Iowa football team.
The goal for the Down Under Bowl is to bridge the continents through the common language of sports.
10 Years Ago - July 30, 2014
RANDOLPH – Water backed up by the road dam on 870 Road just northeast of Randolph is gone now but Cedar County Road Supt. Carla Schmidt reported that the ground remains saturated.
Schmidt met with engineer Mark Minnelli who offered two options to the county commissioners to consider going forward at its July 22 meeting.
The first is to add a culvert making it larger than the current 24 in. pipe running under the road to handle more water runoff from an estimated 350 acres through that spot.
The second is to put a riser back in and is also the one Minnelli recommended if not going for FEMA funds down the road. *** NORFOLK – This year’s 7 Cities Century Bike Ride has selected Randolph for its overnight site. Bicyclists will be arriving in Randolph Aug. 9 and leaving Aug. 10, with the majority of bicyclists arriving in the afternoon.
Root beer floats and homemade pies will be available for the bicyclists as a fundraiser for one of the Randolph Relay for Life teams. There will also be a honey presentation by Cody Baker.
Bike ride participants start their day at Ta-Ha-Zouka Park, Norfolk, and wind their way to Hoskins, Winside and Carroll, heading into Randolph in the afternoon, where they will spend the night. *** WAYNE – At this year’s summer Cub Scout Camp, Zachary Nordhues, Wayne, proved anything can be accomplished with perseverance and a smile. Zach is the son of Angela Steffen and Marty Nordhues, Randolph. He is 12 years old and has Down Syndrome, but that didn’t stop him from having a great weekend at camp.