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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1921
Page
3
A collage of quips on Christmas, prices, and public figures from the Plattsmouth Journal. Items reference war critique, tariff talk, editors notes, and local gossip, including Abe, Ring Lardner, and Senator Watson.
The piece questions China’s financial strain and why it does not seek help from Chinese laundry workers in the United States. It notes delegates favor face up cards at the disarmament conference but warns they may still hold unseen strategies.
An urging reflection argues that progress requires blunt self analysis of Nebraska’s faults. The speaker laments excessive praise and flattery, urging candid discussion of defects hindering advancement and the courage to speak plainly.
The editor urges citizens to revive respect for the flag and the national anthem. It recalls Armistice Day behavior in Plattsmouth and laments neglect by adults and children, calling for instinctive recognition of the flag and the anthem as a duty tied to national sacrifice.
A short essay argues that success hinges on accepting responsibility not blaming others. It contrasts ancient blame on gods and modern excuses such as economics and psychology, urging individuals to acknowledge faults and act to avoid repeating them. The piece extols personal accountability as humanitys path to progress.
A large US corn harvest of about 3.15 billion bushels supports a global supply for bread and meat near normal despite Russia fields shortages. The article notes US produces three quarters of world corn, with swine feeding driving pork exports and wide international distribution of bacon, ham, lard, and sausage. It also traces maize history from Columbus to modern adoption and lists current regional corn outputs.
Forty eight tons of iron rails were placed on testing apparatus at the state house grounds with minimal movement of a four feet square column. By nightfall sixty tons were in use and up to 500 tons total will be applied. Engineers consider loess soil testing. sandstone beneath will be tested later. Results aim to guide future Lincoln building foundations and reduce construction costs.
In Murray Nebraska SEARL S DAVIS argues county agents like Snipes deliver good financial returns. He cites Kanred wheat trials increasing local yields by nine thousand bushels and notes federal funding plus county support under law benefiting 2400 of 3000 US counties. He urges maintaining county agent positions to sustain farm Bureau activities.
The Interstate Commerce Commission reports that Class one railroads employed 1,164,872 people in July 1921 at a wage bill of 214,339,885 dollars. Executive officials numbered 15,151 at 523 dollars monthly. maintenance of way 273,000. maintenance of equipment 450,000. train and engine service 289,283. Average pay across 48 classes ranged from 62 dollars monthly upward.
Senator Watson of Indiana told President Harding that a bonus bill is likely to pass in the regular session. He cited a new revenue source from Britain, which plans annual payments of about 200 million dollars on the U.S. war debt.
For sale a number of Barred Plymouth Rock cockrells at $1.00 each while they last. 4th Otto Schafer, Nebiawka, Neb.
Livestock sale note lists Scotch and Scotch-Topped Short horn bulls just weaned. Big Bar gains mentioned if taken at once. Includes herd branding 4Inks with SEARS 8 and contact DAVIS, Murray, Nebraska.
The Merigan Legion notes 1922 dues payable and an officers election on December 21. A forthcoming Auditing committee report and a football-season summary are planned, with 200 members touted and several candidates groomed for post commander. Past Commander Duxbury praised for unselfish service to veterans and claims work.
The article notes interest in ensuring the soldier gets a fair and square treatment as Mr. Dux burr handles the matter, signaling an emphasis on due process and proper conduct in the case.
J M Leyda of Plattsmouth Nebraska writes to correct an editorial on Georgia Senator Watson and charges against ex soldiers in France. He argues Watson produced proof in the Congressional Record and rebukes the label pacifist as uninformed, praising Watson as a brave statesman against profiteering aboard the 100% American Crusaders.
A light red muley steer weighing about 450 to 500 pounds strayed from a pasture southwest of Cedar Creek Nebraska. Reward or notification requested to A. O. Ault at Cedar Creek.
Mrs Roy Stewart of Alvo Nebraska advertises white rock cockrels for sale at one fifty dollars each in Journal want ads. Payment encouraged and service noted.
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