Darnold Shoe Repair Photo taken 1931.   The Shop was located on Main Street, either next door to the newspaper or one more shop down.  It was open from 1931 to 1954.

 

In 1931, Russell Darnold with help from his brother Francis bought the shoe repair shop along with machinery in Wymore, NE. 

At this time, the Burlington Rail Road had the largest round house, black shops and, wrecker services, weather and coal services and passenger trains and they were a major employer in Wymore.

Russell felt that Wymore would be a good place to repair shoes and raise his family. During World II , Russell worked long hours keeping people’s shoes repaired. Shoes were rationed and he was only able to get limited amounts of leather and rubber heels. The shop was open for 23 years, closing in 1954. 

The Darnold family consisted of wife, Opal and their children Betty Jean, Wendell and Marilyn. All three children graduated from Wymore High School.   

The Darnold family attended the Methodist church where they were active members. 

My other Gage County relatives are my  late grandparent's Archie and Clara Anderson and family.

My Uncle David Anderson, Odell.  

 Transcribed and contributed by:  Wendy Gunderson