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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1924

Page

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Thanksgiving Quiet Day In City As Families Gather

Thanksgiving observed with churches holding services led by Rev Frank Prouts and Rev Welter Robb. A mixed quartet performed and sermons urged gratitude as residents attended worship and many stayed home for family meals while a late snow flurry touched the streets.

Oecock Frank Emery Prouts America Robb H. G. McClusky Pater First Presbyterian Church H. G. Mrol

Supply measures to open Congress first

Washington reports focus on supply bills guiding Congress before Christmas recess. President Coolidge and leaders agree to concentrate on supply measures to avoid an extra session after March. other items include rivers and harbors, public buildings program, McFadden banking law changes, Lehrbach retirement bill, constitutional meeting time amendment, and abolition of the railroad labor board. Laneworth predicts three of eleven appropriation bills will pass before Christmas, ensuring supply bills finish before March 4.

Washington Hanis Coalidre Hersce Les Deers Dillett Loneworth Qouxie Snell Rules Committee House Aft Coctter Rivers Railroad Labor Board Laneworth

Omaha visit colors high school bridge football game

F. A. Robert athletic director Pinattsmouth attended the Tech Cam bridge football game in Omaha this afternoon.

F. A. Robert Pinattsmouth High Omaha Tech-Cambridge

Program at Lewiston church raises school funds

A program and supper at the Lewiston church east of Murray last Wednesday evening drew a full crowd and produced a neat sum for the school. Miss Mable Howard led a delightful program of recitations and songs with contests that enhanced the event. The crowd enjoyed a socially and financially successful night as the school prospers.

Sarortess Lewiston Murray Mise Mable Howard Miss Howard

Howard Long Bound Over For Trial Today

Howard Long bound over for trial after pleading not guilty to charges arising from a theft incident. He was released on a bond of 1 000 and ordered to return at the next district court term for further proceedings. Authorities continue to investigate the rail theft and any connection to a group seen with the injured parties.

Howard Long Tdell Howard Lone Soume Tere Eirly Joe Libersho Sterift Rex Youns Stelen John F. Wolff Furnace South Omaha Long County Jude J. Beeson Tentimonus Geld Plattsmouth Raldinim Party Dhs Long Fins Stouu

Main Shaft Breaks at National Stone Quarry

A serious incident at National Stone Quarry halted operations after a 18 inch shaft on the main crusher snapped, forcing an indefinite shutdown. Workers expected to resume when repairs finish, but a reduced output is feared for the winter.

Entertains Friends Freon Frifae's Rete- Mire Sryms Noble

Freon Frifae hosted a Wednesday evening neighborhood gathering in the northwest city area. Games featured Rey Lembert as top contestant earning two prizes. Mamian Flynn received the consolation prize. Miss Helen Beeson served refreshments to guests, including out of town visitor Miss Jean Cote from Omaha.

Freon Frifae Rey Lembert Mamian Flynn Helen Beeson Jean Cote Omeba

Hi-Y members head to Columbus Nebraska conference

Edward Patterson Edgar Wescott Ray Lambert Willis Hartford Forest Shrader and Irving Wiltse depart for Columbus Nebraska to attend the Hi Y conference. The event runs Friday Saturday Sunday and is expected to draw many Hi Y members from the state for an engaging meeting on matters of mutual interest.

Edward Patterson Edgar Wescott Ray Lambert Willis Hartford Forest Shrader Irving Wiltse Columbus Nebraska

Funeral Services of Mrs William Fale Held Wednesday

Funeral services for Mrs. William Fale were held Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 at the Southark home. Elder Oscar York and Elger Bert King led the Holiness ceremony with Psalm 110:16 as text. She leaves a husband, three children, a sister, a brother, and many relatives.

Prem Lmntiv William FL Fair Sowtiark Elger Bert King Grenwood Eider Oscar York Bersie Trenh Hare Omahe Nebriskhi Str Eugene Skinner Pal Willa Tte Fust Perentsahl Nepter Freank Caortsen Falmer Nebraska Derensad Levine Daughivr

Christmas mail rush urged for early posting

Postmaster J. W. Holmes leads a campaign urging提前把邮件投递在圣诞前,强调圣诞季节的高峰期邮递延误风险。呼吁民众尽早将礼物寄出,并在包裹上标注 Do Not Grow Until Christmas 以确保及时送达给 Christians Way 的收件人。

Verdict in United States insurance suit favors plaintiff in misstatement claim

The jury found for the plaintiff with a verdict of 2713 dollars after deliberating on a case against the Penttable Assurance society of the United States. The settlement offered by Equitable company matched this amount, though the suit claimed a 4000 dollar payoff on a 2000 dollar policy after twenty years. The defense argued the policy’s face value was 2000 dollars plus accrued dividends, with alleged clerical errors in the policy not binding the company.

William & Smith The Penttable Assurance Soviety United States Equitable Company Swith Assurance Society

Lunch cloth and napkin sets on sale at St Mary's Guild

Beautiful lunch sets including lunch cloths and napkins are advertised for sale at the M. W. A. hall by St Marys Guild.

M. W. A. Hall St. Mary’s Guild

Miss Nettie Spires Recovers From Appendicitis

Friends report Nettie Spires daughter of Mr and Mrs Stansier is steadily improving after an appendicitis operation performed Tuesday at the Im Tungel hospital. Medical progress shows her movement increasing and she hopes to soon return home.

Fred Spaunsier Nettie Spires Nanele Hee Nome

Bargain Day Shifts to Early December in Plattsmouth

The Plattsmouth trade area merchants move Bargain Day from the third Wednesday to the second Wednesday in December. The change aims to spur Christmas shopping and reduce last minute crowds as merchants prep for holiday sales and extended hours. Residents should watch the merchant weekly for notices.

Plattsmenti Aermont Ataehihde Smoods Reid Burgeln Busters Plattemouth Tretle Ity

Death of former resident Prem Pridass Diy

The death of Mrs Marie Garhan, former resident of this city, occurred on Wednesday at hospital. Funeral services were held in Havelock, then at 2:70 on the Home of her daughter, Bir. Toseph, with survivors including Albert Funk. The family and many friends express sorrow and will remember her.

Prem Pridass Marie Garhan Havelock Bir Toseph Serricin Femuir Lely Albert Funk Orevel Caut Murr Bowe Ty FF Creek Chitngonavenur Niger Etr

Ed Flynn Injured by Steam Hose at Burlington Yard

Burlington lines general manager Ed Flynn was slightly hurt at Lincoln’s Burlington yards Friday evening when a steam hose on his private car detached and struck him. He suffered a head bruise and facial cuts, was treated at St Elizabeth's hospital, and expected to leave in a couple of days.

Ed Flynn Burlington Lines Burlington Lincoln St. Elizabeth's Hospital Mr. Flynn Castle Roper & Matthews’ Ambulance

Thomas J. Smith Heads to Omaha on Burlington Mission

Special agent Thomas J. Smith of the Burlington departed this morning for Omaha after a brief stay in town on official business.

Thomas J. Smith Burlington Omaha

Nine Churches Attend Hally Day Meeting Highlights

The Christian church gathering at Himwork drew sixteen from the Ilo nal church five from the Loufeciile church twenty par from Weeping Water twenty eight from Axoea and seventy seven from Eim windane vicinity. Rev Walter KK Robb of Plaitamoorh led with a speech on The Church and its relation to the Communic. George Movers of Flattamouth spoke on A Man's Pilate in the Church and urged active lay participation. The next service week will be directed by Weeping Water with Rev S BR Gradiey giving the main address and Bari Towle presenting the Leyman's view.

George Movers Flattamouth Wilde Louisville Anl Weeping Water Church S BR. Gradiey Ani Bari Towle

Death of Miss Emma Eikenbury in West

The death of Miss Emma Eikenbury formerly a resident of this area occurred in Oakland after a long illness. Daughter of the late Henry Eikenbury, she was raised near the city and later lived on the Pacific coast for ten years. The body will be brought to Plattsmouth to rest beside her parents. two sisters survive, Mrs. Charles Vallery of St. Joseph and Mrs. Joseph J. Johnsen of Omaha.

Emma Eikenbers Dmiss Elkenbarr Foroyine Uhiis Henry Eikenbary Neraska Mise Hikenbary Plattsmouth California Eitkenbury Charles Vallery St. Joseph Missouri Joseph J. Johnsen Omaha

Showing Improvement After Serious Illness

Robert Creamer of San Jose California was critically ill from a kidney infection but is now reported somewhat better. His sister Mrs A H Duxbury has received word from Mrs C L Creamer that Bob can take punishment and feels better though still in bed and requiring care. He has been cheered by visits from school friends and church associates.

Rain Saeturdness Daitr Robert Creamer San Jose California A. H. Duxbury C. L. Creamey Bob Feeli

Eye Trouble Sidelining Local Druggist Joseph Hadraha

Joseph F. Hadraha, a local druggist, is at home suffering from painful eye trouble that began in one eye and now affects both. He hopes a few days of treatment and rest will restore his sight and ease the discomfort.

Joseph F. Hadraha

Suffering From Fall In Barn Fire Injures Carpenter

G O S wenneker a well known carpenter suffered a very severe fall from a barn on Bir Peterson near Col lom. The accident caused a severe shock with broken ribs and a long period of bed rest. The engagement in the wedding and the family’s welfare are affected as he remains incapacitated.

Wenneker Fara Peterson Collom

New Manager Takes Charge at Standard Oil Station

L L Midsbury assumes duties as the new manager of the Standard Oil station in City. He pledges full accommodations and reliable service, with Mr McCarty and Mr David Ebersole assisting as steady, reliable staff to ensure efficient operation.

Stantverd OH Company L. Lmidsbury McCarty Metariy David Ebersole Standard Company

Woman's Club Reports State Convention Highlights

Plattemensh Woman's Club met despite bad weather and shared Mrs Hignn's Grand Island State Convention update. She urged renewed effort and described library needs talks by Miss Jones and Mrs Burnie were canceled due to illness. Mrs Vincent from Roselands California attended as guest.

Hignn Grand Island Mise Jones Attesrddance Aliss Bhaifimen

St Marys Guild Sale at Der Grd MWA Hall

Community notice invites shoppers to visit the St Marys Guild at the Der German Grand Mother W A hall for a local sale event with proceeds benefiting the group.

Injury to Joe Krejo Ends Key Basketball Season Outlook

Reports from the Nebraska City area say Joe Krejo sustained a severe knee injury during a football game. He fractured the kneecap and tore ligaments, requiring hospitalization and a leg cast. The injury sidelines him from the basketball squad for several weeks and likely the rest of the season.

Wirh Joe Krejo Nebraka City Joc Hee Joe Nebraska City Khelne

Entertains at Luncheon Hosted by Mrs Schneider and Mrs Wolff

Mrs Henry Schneider and Mrs John Wolff hosted two 1 o'clock bridge luncheons at the Schneider home on Oak street. Eight tables were set for the two sessions with yellow and white decorations and santhenums as a festive accent. Hostesses were assisted by Misses Marna Wolff Kathleen Troop Catherine Schneider and Kermit Wiles.

Seturd Henry Schneider John Wolff Schneider Oak Street Delichta Nosesses Mises Marna Wolff Kathleen Troop Catherine Schneider Kermit Wiles

Card of Thanks for Kindness and Flowers

We express gratitude to our friends for kindness and sympathy during our sorrow. Thanks also for floral offerings and for the use of cars. William Folk and Family, Mr. and Mrs. Hugene Skinner, Mrs. Frank Carlson.

Tii Nune Dean Ehter William Folk Hugene Skinner Frank Carlson

Also Mentioned on This Page

Methodist Church Mary Home Gome Congress Weives Hational Stone Quarry Zreaes Bie WM. Fale South Park Uraine Christanas Lexet J. W. Holmes Pray Fridae GEME ED Flyre Burlington Lines West Elmwood Emma Eikenbery Oarkland Standard Oul GITY L. L. McCarty Oil Company Woman's Club St. Mary’s Guild, der. Grd Joe Kaco Aow Fey First National Bank BANK
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