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Treasury to help regain the deficit caused by the bank failure a year ago.

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     Omaha-"Major Isaac Sadler"--Mrs. K. R. Finlayson, Regent.

     Recommendation by Mrs. Frank Baker

     Moved that the recommendation be made to the Conference that the Americanism Committee be allowed to continue the awards to the R. O. T. C. and the C. M. T. C.

     Seconded.
     Motion carried.

     Question Box Replies, Mrs. C. S. Paine.

     Dance, Josephine Funk and Marcia Beckman.

Corresponding Secretary
     Miss Clara Bennett, Gen. Geo. A. Custer, Broken Bow.
     Miss Ruth Sumner, Omaha Chapter, Omaha.

Treasurer
     Mrs. H. B. Marshall, Deborah Avery Chapter, Lincoln.
     Mrs. C. K. Porter, Margaret Holmes Chapter, Seward.

Historian
     Mrs. Frank Cline, Ann Froissart Chapter, Auburn.
     Mrs. Guy Thompson, Nancy Gary Chapter, Norfolk.

Librarien (sic)
     Mrs. A. M. Mathers, Ka-Tah-din Chapter, Scottsbluff.
     Mrs. E. H. Vieregg, Betsey Hager Chapter, Grand Island.

Chaplain
     Mrs. Merrie Golden, Major Isaac Sadler Chapter, Omaha.
     Mrs. George Mizen, Niabrara (sic) Chapter, Hastings.

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     Motion was made to accept this report.
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.

     Nominees for Corresponding Secretary were Miss Bennett and Miss Sumner. Mrs. McMullen called for nominations from the floor.

     There being none the motion was made that the nominations be closed.
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.
     Teller Report; Votes cast 100.
     Miss Bennett, 80.
     Miss Sumner, 20.
     Mrs. McMullen declared Miss Bennett elected.

     Nominees for Treasurer were Mrs. Marshall and Mrs. Porter. Mrs. McMullen called for nominations from the floor. There being none the motion was made that the nominations be closed.
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.
     Tellers Report. Votes cast, 98.
     Mrs. Marshall, 77.
     Mrs. Porter, 21.
     Mrs. McMullen declared Mrs. Marshall elected.

     Nominations for Historian were Mrs. Cline and Mrs. Thompson. Mrs. McMullen called for nominations from the floor. Motion made that nominations be closed.
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.
     Tellers Report. Votes cast, 85.
     Mrs. Cline, 63.
     Mrs. Thompson, 22.
     Mrs. McMullen declared Mrs. Cline elected Historian.

     Nominees for Librarian were Mrs. Mathers and Mrs. Vieregg. Mrs. McMullen called for nominations from the floor. There being none the nominations were closed.

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     Tellers Report. Votes cast, 92.
     Mrs. Mathers, 21.
     Mrs. Vieregg, 71.
     Mrs. McMullen declared Mrs. Vieregg elected Librarian.

     Nominees for Chaplain were Mrs. Golden and Mrs. Mizen. Mrs. McMullen called for nominations from the floor. There being none a motion was made that the nominations be closed.
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.
     Tellers Report. Votes cast, 93.
     Mrs. Golden, 46.
     Mrs. Mizen, 47.

     Crete Chapter and Major Isaac Sadler Chapter had invited the 1931 Conference.

     Moved and seconded that the vote on the next meeting place be by ballot.
     Motion carried.
     Tellers Report. Votes cast, 85.
     Crete, 59.
     Major Isaac Sadler Chapter, 26.
     Mrs. McMullen declared Crete as the next meeting place.

     Mrs. R. C. Hunter gave instructions to those who were going to Washington for Continental Congress.

     Oseola (sic),-"Lieut. Richard Falley"--Mrs. Mildred Sigler, Regent.
     Peru,-"Wehhea"--Mrs. Jessie Mardis, Regent. (No report).
     Superior,-"Kit-ki-ha-ki"--Mrs. I. King, Regent.
     Plattsmouth,-"Fontenelle"--Mrs. G. B. Mann, Regent.
     St. Edward,-"Beaver Valley"--Mrs. Cornelia Finch, Regent. (No Report)

     Resolutions.

     1 - Resolved that this 28th Conference of Daughters of American Revolution in Nebraska recommend that each Chapter subscribe to the National D. A. R. Magazine for their Public Library.
     Motion made and seconded.
     Motion carried.

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     2 - Resolved that the 28th Conference of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Nebraska express sincere gratitude to the State Regent, Mrs. Cora G. McMullen for the presentation of the initatory service to each Chapter in Nebraska.
     Motion made and Seconded.
     Motion carried.

     3 - Resolved that the 28th Conference express to Mrs. Carrie A. Spellman of Beatrice their appreciation for the writing of the beautiful initatory service.
     Motion made and seconded.
     Motion carried.

     Motion was made that all reports not read be placed on file.
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.

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Final report of Credential Committee:

National Officers	1
Past Vice Pres. Generals	2
Past State Officers	8
State Officers	9
Regents	31
Delegates	56
Alternates	44
Guests	98
Total Registration	248
Total Chapters	51
Chapters Represented	47
Chapters Not Represented	4
Submitted by
	MRS. FRANK BAKER, Chairman MISS FANNY DE BOW MRS. H. B. MARSHALL MRS. H. E. SACKETT MRS. E. H. TOWL

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     We the Courtesy Committee are happy to extend the following report:

     We wish first, to extend to our beloved State Regent, Mrs. Adam McMullen our thanks for the gracious and efficient way in which she has conducted the Conference. She has done everything in her power to make this a sucessful (sic) and profitable Conference and for this, we wish in this way to show our appreciation.

     We also wish to extend thanks to the State Officers and to all members of the various Committee who have assisted her, especially Mrs. Horace J. Cary, who has so carefully and pains takingly(sic) recorded the proceedings.

     We extend to Gov. Arthur Weaver for his courtesy in receiving us so kindly and for the privileges extended to us on our visit to the State House.

     We wish to thank Mrs. H. B. Marshall and the members of Deborah Avery Chapter, who have given us cordial and loving welcome. We appreciate the charming hospitality of Mrs. Marshall and her able officers and committees who have worked untiringly for our comfort and happiness.

     We also wish to express our appreciation to Hon. Don L. Love, Mayor of Lincoln; to Mr. S. A. Sanderson, Pres. of the Chamber of Commerce, for his kindly words and to the Chamber of Commerce for the badge tops.

     We appreciate and thank all those who have entertained us with solos, readings, impersonations and to every one who in any way aided our State Regent and Deborah Avery Chapter and added to the pleasure of the Conference. Among these especial mention should be made of Mrs. Catherine Barclay, Miss Cleora Cooper, Miss Audrey Reed, Mrs. E. H. Wescott, Mrs. Floyd Robbins, Mrs. Altenas Tullis, Mrs. Jack Burton, Miss Josephine Funk, Mr. Lyle DeMoss, Miss Marcia Beckman, Mrs. O. W. Hahn, Dr. J. J. Snipes, Hon. Dwight Griswold and Mr. Ned. Abbott, to the University Players and the DeMolay Band.

     A letter was sent to Beth Stelgerbmer who was sent by the Chamber of Commerce to assist the Committee and who was helpful in many ways.

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     The 28th Annual Conference of the Daughters of the American Revolution then adjourned to meet with Crete Chapter in 1931.

     Supper was held in the small dining room of the Cornhusker Hotel. St. Leger Cowley furnished the program. Mr. Dwight S. Dalbey showed Motion Pictures of Washington taken during the last Continental Congress.

     Most of the delegates stayed over for the Grand Opera "Carmen" which was given at the University Field House.

     Submitted to the State Regent, April 1, 1930.

Signed,

LUCILE NYE CARY, (Mrs. Horace J.)
Recording Secretary.

     Mrs. McMullen called a Board Meeting to be held following the State Conference.

     The meeting was called to order by Mrs. McMullen. Eighteen Regents and Officers were present.

     Mrs. Paine maved (sic) that the bills for the Conference be allowed.
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.

     Mrs. Hardeman, Crete Chapter asked that the meeting dates of the 1931 Conference be changed.

     Mrs. Westcott moved that the date of the next Conference be decided by the State Regent and the Regent Mrs. Hardeman, Crete Chapter.
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.

     Miss DeBow moved that $150.00 be allowed towards the State Regent's expense to the Continental Congress.
     (Motion unnecessary see standing rule No. 3.)
     Seconded.
     Motion carried.

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     Mrs. W. H. Logan, 2430 Lake St., Lincoln, was announced as the State History Chairman.

     Meeting was adjourned.

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Report of Manuals for Immigrants

     As State Chairman of Manuals for Immigrants, I beg to submit the following report:

     I received my appointment to this office in August, 1929, and began the work September first. Mrs. Hemphill, former State Chairman, filled all orders up to that date but gave me credit and also passed on to me much valuable information. My first duty was to send a letter to all Chapter Regents in the state explaining the purpose of the manuals and asking them for their cooperation in this work by appointing a Maunal (sic) Chairman.

     The response was most gratifying but there are still many chapters in the state making no use of the manuals and some have ordered them direct from Washington. In such cases Nebraska gets no credit for the use or distinction of them.

     I have distributed, since September first, the following manuals: At present 25 chapters in the state are using the manuals.

460 English
85 German
75 French
25 Spanish
50 Greek
50 Bohemian

     About 300 haw been given out by chapters not ordering through the State Chairman. Some of the chapters had on hand enough for their work this year.

     May I urge more liberal use of these manuals through your Americanization work, Night Schools, anl (sic) Public Libraries?

MRS. GEORGE J. ADAMS,  
State Chairman.

     Our Meetings open in October, all meetings on the first Saturday of each month. We have a 1:30 o'clock Luncheon with two hostesses at each meeting.

     Our business period and program following the Luncheon.

     Our study this year is History and Stories of Nebraska.

     At our opening meeting, Katahin Chapter, of Scotts-Bluffs (sic) was our guest at one o'clock Luncheon.

     We have made our contribution to Ellis Island.

     On February Twenty-second, we observed Washington's Birthday with a Colonial Costume party, each member invited one guest.

     We present two History Medals each year.

MAUDE H. SMITH, (Mrs. WADE)  
Regent.

     Madam State Regent and members of the 28th Annual Conference of Daughters of the American Revolution:

     It is a great pleasure to bring greetings from Ann Froissart Chapter to this Conference.

     Ann Froissart Chapter has enjoyed a pleasant and prosperous year. Every member has responded most willingly to requests made, to act as hostess, serve on committees or contribute to some program.

     Financially our Chapter has contributed to regular and special work as funds permitted. We do not enter into money raising projects.

     The future looks promising for Ann Froissart Chapter. The coming year we hope for greater accomplishments and courage to perform our patriotic duty as Daughters of the American Revolution.

     We have a membership of 33, a gain of 4 members this year, one transferred.

     We placed in hands of District Clerk, 70 German and 50 French Manuals, gave $5.00 to membership in 4 H Club, $5.00 to Red Cross, $5.00 to local welfare Society. Placed Flag Films in both Theatres.

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     Sent a box to Ellis Island valued at $8.00. Gave $15.00 to Constitution Hall furniture fund. Have started an accumlative (sic) Education Fund.

     Our meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month always one o'clock luncheons with only two exceptions, 100% attendance of resident members.

     Our programs are miscellaneous. Every meeting full of interest and enthusiasm. The Feburary (sic) meeting which began with a one o'clock Colonial luncheon with every member in Colonial costume, was especially an enjoyable one. At this time we had the pleasure and honor of having with us our State Regent. Mrs. McMullen and Mrs. Kilpatrick whose talks and instructions were most helpful. The Flag Lessons at each meeting has been enjoyed by all.

     Large colored cards giving a suggestion as to the correct use of the Flag have been purchased and placed in each room of our city schools,

MRS. FRANK CLINE,  
Regent.

     We have held six meetings and have three more planned. We serve refreshments at every meeting.

     We have 17 members.

     Our programs have all been historical or patriotic in character. We have had a report of every metting (sic) in the local paper and Nebraska State Journal.

     We are trying to interest the public in our work.

     We gave our influence to the Ladies of the G. A. D. in the erection of a monument for "The Oregon Trail". Mr. and Mrs. McMullen were here for the occasion, Sept 3rd. We gave $5.00 towards it. We are trying to enlarge our membership. One member admitted sice (sic) January 1st, 1930 and we have two names before the National Board now. All our dues are paid.

Respectfully submitted,

E. RUSH STANLEY, (Mrs. M. F.)  
Regent.

     Elizabeth Montague Chapter has a membership of 95. During the past year, there have been no losses by death among our number.

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     Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month with an average attendance of 40.

     Programs have been along the lines of history, national defense, biography and world events.

     At our November meeting, Dr. D. S. Dalbey gave motion pictures of Washington and surrounding country and the "Madonna of the Trail".

     On Arbor Day, a memorial service in honor of our deceased members was held at the Chautauqua Park. Two blue spruce trees were planted near the boulder monument erected in honor of world war soldiers, who gave their lives for their country.

     In September, a banquet was given at the Hotel Paddock, for Gage County, C. M. T. C. boys. In this, we co-operated with the Government Reserve Officers.

     Five Dollars each to State Student Loan Fund and to Ellis Island was given by the Chapter.

     We have voted a standing order for lineage books and have a complete file to date.

     The D. A. H. Magazine is placed in our Public Library.

     In response to their urgent appeal, $2.50 was given for each of the schools, Kate Duncan and Tamassee.

     For our patriotic education work, our chairman asked to purchase flag codes. These she has distributed to city and country schools, churches, halls, etc.

     Purchased and placed in the public library Vol 3, Abridged Compendium of Genealogy.

     Have had two boxes of the traveling library which were found heldful (sic) and interesting.

     Marking historical spots:

     Work along this line has centered around our efforts to make of the first homestead, a National Park. Hon. Chas. H. Sloan has prepared and introduced in Congress a bill providing for an appropriation of $50,000.00 for the purchase of the site and $10,000.00 anually (sic) for maintenance, He has done much work in support of this bill.

Signed,

MRS. H. E. SACKETT,  
Regent.

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