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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1929

Page

4

Woman Heads West to Burbank Father in Poor Health

Mrs. Elmer J. Rummel of near Mynard left for Omaha to catch a 1 o'clock flight to the Pacific coast. She travels to Burbank California where her father Lambert Lister lies critically ill. The Lister family once lived in the area and old friends express concern and hope for a reunion if he remains able to greet her.

Elmer J. Rummel Mynard Omaha Pacific Coast Burbank California Lambert Lister Lister Lambert

Arrival of a ten pound daughter at the Lamphere home

The Lamphere residence celebrates the birth of a ten pound daughter. Mother and infant are doing well. The event brought much happiness to the family.

John Lamphere

Lamphere and McFarland Families Salute Mrs Ida Lamphere

A short note honors Mrs Ida Lamphere formerly Miss Ida McFarland, and praises her ties to the Lamphere and McFarland families.

Lamphere McFarland Ida McFarland

Rhodes Enjoy Colorado Trip With Grand Island Guests

Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Rhodes returned from a two week vacation in Colorado with Mr. and Mrs. Chris Nelson of Grand Island. They visited Denver, Colorado Springs including Seven Falls, Pikes Peak, Lookout Mountain, and Estes Park before returning home within a limited time.

J. S. Rhodes Colorado Chris Nelson Grand Island Denver Colorado Springs Seven Falls Pikes Peak Lookout Mountain Estes Park

Gladiolas for sale by Mike Lutz at 50c per dozen

Gladiolas offered by Mike Lutz at his place priced fifty cents per dozen. Contact via phone 221-W for details or pickup.

My Place Mike Lutz

Man Injured by Train Near Bellevue After Collision

A male railroad worker was found along Burlington tracks near Bellevue by a section crew. He had both legs severely injured from a freight train at dawn, was rushed to Omaha hospital, and died soon after. the train involved remained unidentified.

Burlington Bellevue Omaha

New Son Arrives at Morrow Home

Mr and Mrs N A Morrow welcomed an eight and a half pound son Friday evening the home now joyful with the birth. Friends extend warm wishes to the proud parents on this happy event.

N. A. Morrow

IDENTIFY DEAD MAN IN GRAIN CAR AT GRETNA

The man found dead in a Gretna box car on Wednesday morning is identified as Peter Peterson, formerly of the city and later residing in Minatare. Letters addressed to Ethel Peterson of Plattsmouth were found, then traced to his former residence. A grip near the body yielded his identity, and the death is believed to have occurred when grain cars shifted and crushed him.

Gretna Peter Peterson Minatare Ethel Peterson Plattsmouth Peterson

Dwyers Return From Colorado Mountain Outing

Attorney D. O. Dwyer and Mrs Dwyer return with guest Miss Grace Jones from a mountain country outing in Colorado. They spent most time at Manitou and Colorado Springs and visited nearby scenic points. The party enjoyed the trip and benefited from the cool mountain air.

D. O. Dwyer Grace Jones Birmingham Alabama Colorado Manitou Colorado Springs

Depart on motor trip to Black Hills with family

Mr and Mrs J L Stamp and Mrs Fred Spangler with Homer Propst Dorothy Propst and Robert Propst of Ralston departed in the Spangler car for a Black Hills outing. They will stop at Bayard Nebraska to visit the Pugsleys before continuing north for fishing and a restful climate.

J. L. Stamp Fred Spangler Homer Dorothy Robert Propst Ralston Black Hills Spangler Bayard Nebraska Pugsley

Lawns Look Good In Plattsmouth City

Plattsmouth residents maintain neat yards and well kept lawns aided by ample rainfall. The community pride and welcoming appearance provide favorable impressions to visitors and serve as a strong, lasting advertisement for the town.

Plattsmouth

Well Known Lady Married

Mrs Golda Graham daughter of Mrs Messersmith of Havelock married Mr A B Klotz of Ashland a prominent local resident The couple will reside on Mr Klotz farm in the Ashland community Mrs Klotz is a cousin of Mrs John Alwin and has been a frequent visitor to the city with many friends.

Joe Messersmith Havelock Golda Graham Messersmith A. B. Klotz Ashland Klotz John Alwin

Wohlfarth Home Sold to P A Meisinger in Plattsmouth

The Paul Wohlfarth residence on South Sixth Street has been sold to P A Meisinger, west of the city farmer and son of the late Conrad Meisinger. The Meisingers will move into town to enjoy a restful life and are welcomed by Plattsmouth residents as they settle into the pleasant new home.

Paul Wohlfarth South Sixth Street

Birth of George Moreland Jr. in south city

Last evening Mr. and Mrs. George Moreland welcomed a fine little son. Mrs. Moreland formerly Miss Sybel Davis. The newborn weighed nine pounds and both mother and baby are reported in good health. The event brings joy to the family in this city.

George Moreland

Deadlock in Cotton Strike Is Broken

Manchester reports a resolution of the cotton strike deadlock with arbitration expected to restore peace by week’s end. The stoppage enters its second week leaving over 500000 workers idle.

Manchester England The Daily News

Mexico Governor Ousted After Corruption Scandal

The permanent congressional committee ousted Governor Ramirez citing two and a half years of corruption and law disregard in Jalisco. It alleged public funds were confiscated for personal use and officials built palatial homes while poverty grew. The report noted a terrorized populace and 20 000 families left for the United States. Deputy Jesus Cuellar was installed as provisional governor.

Mexico City Congressional Committee Ramirez Guadalajara Jalisco United States Jesus Cuellar

Senator King Calls for Evidence on 1926 Pennsylvania Fund

Washington Senator King urges Senate inquiry if any evidence shows a quarter million dollar political fund mentioned by Mrs. Mabel Walker Willebrandt was used in the 1926 Pennsylvania primary. He would favor investigating the campaign of Senator-elect Vare of Pennsylvania by the committee.

Washington King Utah Mabel Walker Willebrandt Pennsylvania Senate Vare

Tornado Insurance for Town and Farm Highlighted

In the current terue season J P Faler emphasizes tornado insurance coverage for both town properties and farm holdings, urging cautious purchase and evaluation of policy terms.

J. P. Faler Tornad

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A.R. Case Poultry Co Telephone Mexico BARD Hargain Veng Omar Main Street South Park Dennison Bates Book and Gift Shop Soennichsen’s Federated Stores Windsor Kasha Fhannels Dupont Uncle Sam Beau Brummel
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