Unknown man found dead in Institution subway
An aged man about 6 feet 3 inches tall and 146 pounds was found dead at 6:30 am Friday in the Institution subway. The sheriff and coroner declined an inquest. Found with him were $252.14, gold rim glasses, a watch, and a possible tailor’s name J Swan. No identification papers. Suspected causes include a fall between tracks or from a train. The body will be kept for several days for identification.
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Institution
J. M. Donelan
Myera Undertaking
J. Swan
Glenwood
Deaths and funeral notices from local era
John Wesley Hunter aged 85 longtime Pacific Junction resident died at home on October 16. Funeral services were held there with burial in Martin's Chapel. Dr E W Cook brother of A E Cook died in Rock Island Illinois after two years of illness. Funeral held in Plattsmouth with attendees including A I Cook and Cora Reeves. Henry Edward Timmerman born October 16 1858 in Holstein Germany died October 10 1920 at daughter’s home Glenwood. Married Anna Wagner October 9 1881, twelve children born. four died in infancy. Immigrated May 1883 to Glenwood Milly county. Converted to Church of Christ 1894 at Pony Creek. Funeral in Holiness church Glenwood. interment Glenwood cemetery. Those left to mourn his departure.
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John Wesley Hunter
Pacific Junction
Martin
E. W. Cook
A. E. Cook
Rock Island
Plattsmouth
A. I. Cook
Kenneth
R. Cook
Carl H. Sook
C. H. Cook
Henry Timmerman
Henry Edward Timmerman
Holstein
Germany
Guy Pitsenberger
Glenwood
Anna Wagner
Holiness Church
J. F. Stille
Obituary Notice for Henry Timmerman Family
Eight children eleven grandchildren and a brother and sister living in Germany survive Henry Timmerman. The children named are Henry of Glenwood Ernest of Pacific Junction Mrs Ella Doran Mrs Anna Penn of Pacific Junction Mrs Augusta Fleer Mrs Mary Pitgenberger Mrs Lillian Swinney and Mrs Esther Tucker of Glenwood. The family thanks neighbors and friends for kindnesses during illness death and burial and notes the floral offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Henry
Glenwood
Ernest
Pacific Junction
Ella Doran
Anna Penn
Augusta Fleer
Mary Pitgenberger
Lillian Swinney
Esther Tucker
Henry Timmerman
Oh Cruel Law Shown In Omaha Driver's Evening
A young Omaha man with a Glenwood contact was picked up by police while driving with one hand. The piece mocks the arrest as harsh, noting the driver could steer blindfolded and defending him against reckless driving charges.
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Omaha
Glenwood
Ike
Gridiron Clash Highlights Glenwood Blanchard Rivalry
The gridiron contest featured two first quarter touchdowns by each side, with Blanchard capitalizing on a Glenwood center pass mishap and long runs by G H 8. Glenwood’s two touchdowns came from straight football, while Blanchard benefited from poor Glenwood generalship. Standout defenders Stacy and Bichel, with Haynie and McGee shining on offense, defined the game. Glenwood lineup listed with positions and substitutes.
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Glenwood Center
Blanchard
Glenwood
Stacy
Bichel
Haynie
McGee
R. E
R. T
Hevern
R. G
Kier
Cheyney
L. G
Myers
Kates
Q. Bishop
L. H
Standiford
Hanks
R. H
Haney
Substitutes
Bennett
Warren
Gillilland
Riddles and Puzzles From a Historic Paper
A collection of quirky questions asks about time and numbers and wordplay. It ponders the Chicago fire scene, the greatest tree, and odd comparisons involving boots paper water and fire.
Harding Words Then and Now Stance Split Cited
A criticism notes a wide gap between Senator Harding current world position remarks and his 1916 pledge to avoid inward focus. The opines he will bow to the coterie of senators who named him as presidential candidate.
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Harding
U. S
New York Society Doings Item On Glenwood Couple
Dorothy Powell Black daughter of Mrs Howard E Wott and May Powell is to wed Dr Charles Terry Butler son of Mr and Mrs William Allan Butler of 30 East Seventy second Street. The ceremony is set for tomorrow at St Bartholo men s church.
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New York Society News
Glenwood
Chicago Tribune
New York Society
Dorothy Powell Black
Howard Ewott
Charles Terry Butler
William Allan Butler
East Seventy-second Street
St. Bartholo
Improvement at the Depot in Glenwood
After months of petitions from the Chamber of Commerce and the Woman's Club, Glenwood will gain a south platform shed at the depot. The 8x12 foot structure with a 4 foot eave should shelter travelers from rain and snow, costing around 100 dollars in lumber.
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Garry
Glenwood
Chamber of Commerce
Woman's Club
Vine
Albart
Auto Collision on Walnut Street Near Farm
Early Monday around 7 am John Wright driving a Buick headed toward the farm and Owen Morgan in a Rodman & Killmen delivery truck turned west. Neither driver was injured. The truck was damaged and Wright’s car was wrecked a fifty foot spin with one rear wheel ruined.
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John Wright
Buick
Owen Morgan
Rodman & Killmen
Walnut Street
Wright
Wienies and Apples Picnic at Glenwood Lake Park
A group of about fifty local residents chaperoned by Jim and Lon Sawyers held a wienie roast with apples at Glenwood Lake park on Saturday night at 9 p m. The editor noted the event as more than a simple picnic and joked that his plata was upside down.
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Balfour
Jim
Lon Sawyers
Glenwood Lake Park
Pythian Sisters Initiate Eight New Members
The Pythian Sisters initiated eight new members at their regular meeting last Thursday evening. A pleasant social time followed the ceremonies with light refreshments enjoyed by attendees.
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Pythian Sisters
Pacific Junction I O O F invites for October 20 roast
The members and their families of Pacific Junction lodge I O O F will enjoy a wense roast on Wednesday night October 20 in the City Park. Sorry we cannot. In this issue, print the unique invitation in full.
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Pacific Lodge
Pacific Junction Lodge I. O. O. F
District Court Session Delivers Guilty Pleas and Sentences
A district court session handed down sentences after guilty pleas. Tony Lopez received two months for carrying concealed weapons. Jack McArdle alias Tom Malicke got four months and a $100 fine for forgery. Other actions include estate matters, custody cases, a divorce by default, and a jury decision in Richards versus Powers.
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Cullison
Tony Lopez
Jack McArdle
Tom Malicke
Hotel de Edwards
Henry Leslie Burrell
California
Frank Choate
Pearl Stivers
Repley
Josephine Richards
Clarence Powers
Ferguson
Briar Club
Frank Raine
George Gear
Glenwood
Lily Shane
Malvern Bee
Free Clinic Hospital
Town City
Miss Randolph
Leona Knopfler
Havel Hiatt
Frank Hintt
Fatal pretenses and assault charges in court case
A court case lists charges including fatal pretenses and assault with intent to commit murder against Lor enzo Garcia, along with another defendant facing larceny. The document outlines alleged actions and involved parties in the legal matter.
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Lorenzo Garcia
R E Humphrey Mourns Mother in Colorado Death
Friends of R E Humphrey express sympathy as Mrs R E A Humphrey dies after a day of illness in Badges Colorado. Telegram reports her passing Friday morning. Body to be moved to Morrison Illinois for burial and services on Sunday. Mr Humphrey left Glenwood for Morrison Saturday. She was 85 and spent her later years with her children.
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RE. A. Humphrey
Bads
Colo
Humphrey
Morrison
Humphrey Feft
Glenwood
Man Found Dead in Institution Subway Poised for Burial
About 1500 people have reportedly seen the face of the man found dead Friday morning in the Institution subway. No name is given, but more than a hundred claim to recognize him. The body is to be buried Wednesday unless intervening events occur.
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John Keith
Chief McDowell
Institution
Henderson and Emerson Clash. Emerson Wins 27 to ?
Henderson and Emerson played Friday. Emerson led 27 to unknown at Emerson. Friday Strahan boys basketball traveled to Macedonia and defeated Donia 15 to unknown.
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Emerson
Henderson
Strahan High
Macedonia
Donia
Drainage Districts Outline Mills County Drainage Facts
A 1920 census preliminary report by the director of census details Mills County drainage figures through December 31, 1919. It lists total organized drainage acreage 58,850 with farm land 27,528 and timber 5,297, other land 26,025, total county area 280,320 acres, drainage enterprise area 21 percent, swamp land 8,668 acres, and organized drainage cost 392,201 dollars.
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Mills
Debating auto accident recovery plans for damages
An editorial discusses two proposals to insure auto damage losses. One would require drivers to post bonds covering potential damages. the other would mandate accident insurance on vehicles. The piece weighs practicality, deterrence, and cost, noting many drivers have never had an accident.
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McManigal
Wilamtson
Picnic Supper and Watermelon Visit by Sunday Class
The Sunday school class of Mrs. F. W. Kemp with their teacher traveled by auto to Miss Myrtle Andersons country home on Friday evening. They brought baskets of food and enjoyed a lawn picnic supper topped by watermelon before beginning the return journey.
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F. W. Kemp
Myrtle Anderson
Anderson Country
Surprise for Newly Weds Bryan Maxwell at Home
A Pleasant Saturday evening surprise at Upper Locust street home welcomed newlyweds Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Maxwell. Guests shared brick ice cream and cake and presented a five piece Pickard China set. Attendees included O M G club girls Paulene Hamilton June Woods Ferne Jackson Esther Stranathan Blanche Burres and several friends and gents.
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Bryan Maxwell
Upper Locust Street
O. M. G. Club
Missea Paulene Hamilton
June Woods
Ferne Jackson
Esther Stranathan
Blanche Burres
Messrs
Harold Stranathan
Maurice Phelps
Harry Kinney
Deam Jackson
October Bride Party Honors Norma Agan in Surprise Locus
Miss Isabel Wolfe and Miss Mona Graham hosted at Miss Graham's home on October 1 to honor Norma Agan who is to be wed October 26. Guests were startled by two ghostly figures dragging an old trunk revealing gifts and keepsakes. A two course luncheon followed with pink and white décor and a miniature bride and groom centerpiece. Pink ribbons and heart charms marked each place, and corsage bouquets served as favors.
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Isabel Wolfe
Mona Graham
Graham
Norma Agan
Homor
Birthday Surprise for Ruth Lee and Ray Howick
Miss Ruth Lee and Ray Howick celebrate birthdays two days apart with a surprise party at the Howick home Woriday evening October 15. Sixteen guests attended an eight couple gathering and enjoyed Halloween refreshments. One guest was recalled from work to join the celebration and gifts were exchanged.
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Ruth Lee
Ray Howick
Howick
Woriday
Ant
Hallowe'en Party Hosted by the Eastern Star
The Eastern Star invites members to a Wallowe'en party at the hall tomorrow evening October 19 in seasonal costumes. Refreshments will be served.
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Wallowe’en
Hall Toomorrow
Snaking misadventure on Missouri bottom road
Friday a trio led by B A Matthews and L W Russell drove to Nebraska City to view a new store under Matthews interest. A six foot snake appeared on the road, Bernard attempted to catch it, Russell struck with a fence post, and the reptile was driven from its hiding place. Russell killed his first snake in years.
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B. A. Matthews
L. W. Russell
Nebraska City
Mr. Matthews
Missouri
Bernard
Mr Snake
Degree of Honor Kensington Meeting Notice
The Degree of Honor Kensington will meet Thursday afternoon October 21 at 2 o'clock at the homes of Mrs. A G Brown. The ladies will enjoy a chicken luncheon.
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Kensington
A. G Brown
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Edwin W. Cook
Chasm
God’s Country
James Oliver Curwood
Marshall Neilan
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Iowa
Hallowe’en
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