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 We Nebraskans are proud of the heritage given to us by those sturdy pioneers who first sought a better life for themselves and for those of us to follow by venturing into a new and unknown land, where they visioned a land of prosperity and freedom. They broke the sod, built schools and churches, and took great pride in being "American."

Many Nebraska communities were settled by the oppressed peoples of Europe. Some of the first people to settle in Colfax County and Clarkson were from Czechoslovakia. They wrote their families in the old country of the many opportunities here. So it was, that the first settlers were followed by more Czechoslovakians. Although other nationalities were found among our pioneers, the community of Clarkson has remained predominantly Czech.

The Czech language is still used extensively; Czech music is enjoyed by everyone; Czech dishes are served regularly.

So that you might be able to make these Czech dishes which have been enjoyed for generations by the people of this community, we have compiled this book of typical Czech cooking according to our standard measurements and the conveniences of today's kitchens.

To our mothers and grandmothers, who first came to this country, bringing with them their knowledge of old world cooking, we dedicate this book.