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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1932

Page

2

Alvo Notes Busy Week with Outing and Visits

Alvo residents report improving health cases Mrs John Murtey is better and out in town. The Ladies Aid served ice cream and cake at a moving picture event and enjoyed strong business. Various residents travel to Omaha and Dakota regions for markets and visits, with several preparations for new buildings after a recent fire.

John Murtey Ladies Aid Methodist Church John D. Foreman North 26Th Street Lincoln Charles Edwards Simon Boyles Omaha Messrs Kendall Kitzell Vernon Bennett Nebraska North South Dakota August Johnson John H. Weychel Frank E. Cook East of Town A. T. Snedgen Herman L. Bornemeier Weeping Water Clarence E. Pool Mary Cowles Alvo Della Sutton Lester Parmenter Albert Welchel Joy Welchel Frank Roger Keth Walter Stohlman Earl Bennett Eagle Stohlman Lottie Brage

Lincoln couple hosts old fashioned neighborhood reception

Mr and Mrs John D Foreman of Lincoln visited Alvo last week and attended a reception at George Foreman Jr s home on Wednesday. The gathering drew many friends from the neighborhood who enjoyed ice cream cake and other treats at the friendly get together.

John D. Foreman Lincoln Alvo George Foreman, Jr

Changes in Store at Edwards and Elliott

Edwards and Elliott and the Alvo Hardware and Implement Co have reorganized their store to improve layout. They installed a large north side window to admit light and lowered shelving along the east wall to be more accessible and out of the way of the new window.

Edwards and Elliott Alvo Hardware and Implement Company

Funeral of George Trumble Draws Large Crowd at Eagle In

A large turnout of neighbors and friends attended the funeral of George Trumble last Wednesday at Eagle In. Attendees included Mrs. Susan Reelofisz, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Kirkpatrick, and Archie Miller and family.

George Trumble Eagle Susan Reelofisz C. H. Kirkpatrick Archie Miller

Alvo visitors attend Ak-Sar-Ben show in Omaha

A group from Alvo and nearby areas traveled to Omaha on Monday evening to see the Ak-Sar-Ben performance. Among the attendees were C. C. Beyles Eugene Barkhurst C H Mirkpatrick Charles Ayres Simon Rehmeier Frank Daugherty and C. E. Hard to read full names but listed by locals in the column.

Omaha Alvo Ak-Sar-Benden C. Beyles Eugene Barkhurst Mirkpatrick Charles Ayres Simon Rehmeier Frank Daugherty C. E

Edwards Verle Rosenow and Art Skinner Enjoyable Time

Edwards Verle Rosenow and Art Skinner shared an excellent time together enjoying a pleasant moment with friends and colleagues.

Smetana Visit Spreads Through Sedalia Missouri

Mrs Alois Smetana spends a week in Sedalia Missouri with her son Joseph Smetana and family while enjoying a short outing. Mr and Mrs E P Stewart and son Donald of Farnam Nebraska visit old friends en route to Omaha for relatives. They stop in Central City to see Mrs Stewarts parents.

Alois Smetana Sedalia Missouri Joseph Smetana Missouri City E. P. Stewart Donald Farnam Nebraska Omaha Central City

Local visitors stop by for business and leisure

Friday visitors include attorney Carl Ganz of Alvo visiting with friends. Frank B. Rys of Chicago, on two week vacation in the area, plans to return home tomorrow. Mr and Mrs Ed Ray and son of near South Bend spend a day in the city for business and friends. Fred I Rea manager of Iowa Nebraska Light Power Co with Frank M Bestor visited Humboldt for company business.

Carl Ganz Alvo Frank B. Rys Chicago Lincoln Ed Ray and Son Near South Bend Fred I. Rea Iowa- Nebraska Light & Power Co Frank M. Bestor Humboldt Nebraska Rea

Heil and son visit city for business several hours

Saturday's Daily reports W. H. Heil and son Paul Heil of near Louisville spent a few hours in the city attending to business matters. George Stoll Jr and John Bauer Jr attended the funeral of friend George Spidell who died Thursday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Evi Spier and children of Lincoln arrived this afternoon to stay with Mrs Spier's father W J Streight over Sunday and will be joined by Mr Spier on Sunday.

W. H. Heil and Son Paul Heil Louisville George Stoll, Jr John Bauer, Jr Pacific Junction George Spidell Evi Spier Lincoln

Anthrax Death Toll Rises in Northern Nebraska

Lincoln Aug 4 The anthrax death menace grows with 21 more quarantines covering 682 head of livestock across 19 farms. Veterinarians report 19 deaths, vaccinations urged though funds are short as outbreaks spread across Broomfield Niobrara Verdel Crofton Verdigre Santee and Naper.

Lincoln Nebraska Broomfield Niobrara Verdel Crofton Verdigre Santee Naper State Bureau of Animal Industry

Bolivian Paraguay clash in Chaco reported by Tarija bulletin

Reported armed clash between Bolivian and Paraguayan troops in the Gran Chaco Tarija Pilcomayo sectors. Division Commander Colonel Pena cited. Bolivia says it would suspend hostility only if neutral nations modify their June 1 basis for talks.

Buenos Aires Chaco Tarija Pilcomayo Pena Lea Paz Bolivia Paraguay Gran Chaco

Journal Want Ad Costs Low and Delivers Real Results

Classified ads in the journal offer low rates and quick response. Small listings promise practical outcomes for buyers and sellers seeking affordable exposure and direct contact.

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Legion and Auxiliary Conven tions in Norfolk Neb

Norfolk prepares to host about 2000 delegates for the American Legion and Auxiliary state conventions August 21 to 24. Events include shows smokers dances and golf with leaders like Governor Bryan Dwight Griswold and Edward Howard among speakers. A parade with bands and drum corps is planned for August 23.

Norfolk Neb The American Legion Bryan Dwight Griswold Edward Howard Columbus Watson B. Miller Washington General Pershing Norfolk Post United States France Paramount American Legion Auxiliary Methodist Episcopal Church Lottie Rosencrans Plattsmouth State Journal

Primary Votes Contested in Tennessee Fraud Claims

Nashville leaders announced a contest before the state primary board alleging voting fraud after unofficial returns gave Hill McAlister the Democratic nomination by about 10 000. Sam Carmack campaigns for Lewis Pope claiming frauds in Shelby and Davidson counties. other incumbents Renominated include Taylor McReynolds Byrons Browning Cooper and Clump. Mrs Eslick elected to serve remainder of E E Eslick term. C W Turner named Democratic nominee for new term.

Nashville Tenn Sam Carmack Lewis 5 Pope Hill McAlister McAlister Shelby Memphis Davidson Carmack Tennessee Taylor McReynolds Byrons Browning Cooper Clump Eslick E. E. Eslick C. W. Turner

American fliers downcast after failed round the world flight

Capt. Bennett Griffin and Lieut. James J. Mattern, American fliers, returned from a round the world attempt between Berlin and Moscow with the wrecked plane. They salvaged only the instruments after a ten hour fifty minute trans Atlantic crossing proved futile near Borisov Russia. They voiced doubt about a second attempt this year or next.

New York Bennett Griffin James J. Mattern Berlin Moscow Borisov Russia Mattern

Arrival of Daughter Nan Rea Racusen

Mr and Mrs W A Racusen of Omaha announce the birth of a daughter Nan Rea. Mrs Racusen was formerly Miss Tina Zucker, daughter of Mr and Mrs Victor Zucker, former residents here. Friends extend congratulations and best wishes.

W. A. Racusen Omaha Nan Rea Racusen Tina Zucker Victor Zucker

Nebraska State Fair Opens With Optimistic Youth Display

The Nebraska State Fair runs September 3 to 9. Thousands of Nebraska boys and girls gather at the Boys' and Girls' club building in the northeast corner of the fairgrounds to challenge pessimism and inspire attendees facing life’s dark spots.

Nebraska

Two Youths Die as Burlington Train Derailed

In Fairfield Iowa two youths died when Burlington freight number 65 derailed five miles west near Bernhart. Eleven others in a work train were hurt. among the dead is Kenneth Pulley 17 of West Frankfort Illinois. Several injured included Joseph Hafer Ben Sabala Donald Wallace and James Fields with serious and multiple injuries.

Fairfield Burlington Here Bernhart Ottumwa Kenneth Pulley West Frankfort Joseph Hafer Berwyn Iil John Wenzig Detroit Elwood Boger Sandusky Ohio Ben Sabala Chicago Donald Wallace San Francisco E. L. Henathorne John Wery Virgil Mosley Carthage William Duncan Harwood James Fields Warren Marquette Waterloo Mike Wright Galesburg Omaha Bee-News

Gun Toting Wife Becomes Deputy Night Marshal

Wisner Nebraska August 3 The city council on Mayor Evans recommendation appointed Mrs Lillian Nuttleman wife of Night Marshal Herman Nuttleman deputy night marshal with full arrest power. For nine years she assisted in pinning bank robbers and other lawbreakers and recently fought suspects who fled from her husband. The couple patrol together in an auto with Mrs Nuttleman driving most of the time. She is under five feet tall and once admitted she was faint of heart on starting the rounds.

Omaha Hopes for Federal Agricultural Credit Center

Local financial leaders expect a Washington announcement that Omaha will be chosen as headquarters for a federal agricultural credit corporation with potential credit capacity of 18 million dollars. Omaha would host at least five distinct credit extension groups once official word is issued.

Omaha Washington Federal Agricultural Credit Corporation

Murder Charge is Lodged Against Reynolds Widow

Libby Reynolds, widow of Smith Reynolds, faces murder indictments in Forsyth County with co-defendant Albert Walker for his death after a Winston Salem estate party. Reynolds died from a gunshot after a July 5 party. Libby Holman’s whereabouts and bond matters are pending as authorities pursue custody.

Winston-Salem N. C Libby Mmolman Reynolds Albert Walker Winston- Salem Libby Smith Reynolds Forsyth County Walker Yenus Reynolds Cincinnati New York Broadway Reynolds Tventy North Caroline Harry F. Atchison Stack Forsythe County Superior Court Lacit Grand Fary Reynolds Tobacco Ras Baptist Hospital Welker Mise Holman State Journal

Hog Cholera Vaccination Progress in Buffalo County

Court Agent Hecht reports that about 10 099 hogs in Buffalo County have been vaccinated in the last two weeks. He cites three farms where improper disposal after hog deaths fueled the outbreak. The epidemic crisis is considered past in vaccinated areas.

Kearner Buffalo Hecht

Mother and mother and brother held in McCool jail escape case

In McCool Nebraska Nim Thayer's mother Anna Thayer and Lester Thayer were charged with helping an inmate escape last Thursday. They were arrested Wednesday, pleaded not guilty, and Anna Thayer posted a $500 bond. Lester remains jailed. Lee Russum, a federal narcotic prisoner, escaped with him and is still at large.

McCool Nim Thayer Anna Thayer Lester Thayer Thayer Lester Lee Russum

Plattsmouth businessmen offer bargains for coming year

Read the Journal ads and take advantage of the many bargains Plattsmouth business men will offer you in the coming year. It stresses the value of money in circulation over total money.

Plattsmouth

Mining Area Truce Nears in Indiana Coal Dispute

Governor Leslie said a virtual truce was reached in Terre Haute area mining clashes. Union sympathizers telephoned 65 non union workers to disband pickets at the Dixie Bee shaft. Operators will halt non union ore production until a permanent agreement with United Mine Workers is reached. National Guard units remain in Vigo County pending arbitration.

Indianapolis Leslie Terre Haute Dist No. 11 United Mine Workers of America Vigo County

France Wizard Is Poor Belvidere Lit Fifty Per Cent

Al Benham once known for high interest financial schemes testifies in a mastery in chancery case to Lloyd Lassa seeking 7600 he loaned during his boom. He claims penniless status dependent on friends for groceries and bills with no clear memory of total borrowings. He says he once had 36000 in Belvidere banks and he moved nearly 100000 of borrowings at 20 to 50 percent interest to Blackhawk Finance while its president.

Belvidere al Benham Lloyd Lassa Benham Blackhawk Finance Company

Gift ribbon spool at Bates Book Store

Cellophane ribbon for gift packs offered in assorted colors. Each spool contains 18 yards and is priced at 10 cents. Bates Book Store invites shoppers to see it before you buy it.

Bates Book Store

Middlewestern farmers consider holiday price-boost effort

In Nebraska and nearby states farmers discuss joining a campaign to lift farm product prices. Western Nebraska producers weigh participation despite two poor years and stretched finances. Albin Olson notes many farmers cannot cover thirty days without selling produce and urges cooperative action to create a practical market plan.

Litney Neb Middlewestern Nebraska Nxt Albin Olson Averger Middlewest Olson

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Alvo News F. L. Felstner Dreath Legion and Auxiliary Conventions Nebraska State Fair Iowa NEW Omaha Credit Group Libby Holman Miss Holman Dacther Bestor & Swatek Co Safe Economy Store South 6Th Street Gol. Smith Plattsmouth Nebr
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