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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1938

Page

3

University of Nebraska Student Roster by Towns and Colleges

A survey lists Cass County and other area students enrolled at the University of Nebraska. It names majors dormitory housing and notable activities such as ROTC, bands, fraternities, sororities, and honorary societies for dozens of students across multiple towns including Weeping Water Louisville Nehawka Murdock Alvo Greenwood Murray Eagle Avoca and Union.

Louisville Teachers College Ruth L. McConnell Donald J. Ahley Ellsworth F. Stohlmann University Glee Club Delta Thet Phi David W. Webb John E. Burich Engineering Mary L. Burich Louise A. K. Frolich Agricultural College Carrie Belle Raymond Robert F. McCafferty Delta Upsilon Coretta M. Schlaphoff Wabash Rachel C. Kendall Union Norma M. Welte Manley L. R. Upton R.O.T.C. Infantry William J. Rosencrans South Bend John C. Roddy College of Arts and Sciences

Nebraska State University Sets National Enrollment Record

The university reports its third straight year of record daily collegiate enrollment, drawing students from across Nebraska, 34 other states, and international regions including the Philippines Canada Porto Rico Germany China and Chile, strengthening its status as a leading large school in the nation.

Cornhusker Philippines Candaa Porto Rico Germany China Chile State University

Fire Damages Lincoln Basement Fire at Mrs Edwards House

Plattsmouth fire crews responded to a late Monday afternoon blaze on South Lincoln Avenue at the residence of Mrs. James Edwards. The fire started in the basement, likely from a battery charger, with boxes and papers fueling dense smoke. Firefighters knocked holes in the brick basement wall to direct water and control the fire, preventing total loss though smoke damage is substantial.

Plattsmouth Lincoln Avenue James Edwards

Court resumes work on Busche vs Meisinger jury trial

District court opens with quick jury selection in the case of John H. Busche et al versus William H. Meisinger an appeal from the county court judgment. Florence Noell versus Everett Pickens damages is settled. Trial set for Thursday: Viola Shupp administrator for Zella Brisendine versus Hubert Cappen over a motorcycle wreck death.

John H. Busche William H. Meisinger Florence Noell Everett Pickens Viola Shupp Zella Brisendine Hubert Cappen

Wheeler Family Welcomes First Grandchild Daughter

Mr and Mrs Robert Wheeler of south of this city welcomed a seven pound daughter Monday. The mother and child are doing nicely. This is the first child in the family and the first grandchild for Mr and Mrs W A Wheeler.

Robert Wheeler W. A. Wheeler

Birth of Son for Mr and Mrs John B Kaffenberger

Mr and Mrs John B Kaffenberger announce the birth of a six pound son at Methodist hospital in Omaha on Sunday November 27.

John B. Kaffenberger Methodist Hospital Omaha

Firemen Urge Drivers to Stay Clear of Fire Zone

Plattsmouth officials pressed motorists at last night’s meeting to yield right of way when fire sirens sound. Assistant Chief Henry Jasper cited delays at Edwards fire on Monday afternoon caused by cars, urging enforcement of traffic laws and right of way for fire equipment. A city resolution directs drivers to pull right and wait, with fines from one to fifty dollars for violations.

Plattsmouth Henry Jasper Edwards J. 2. Schutz Fire and Water Committee J. Howard Davis

Lincoln resident J H Rogge visits city on business

J H Rogge, a well known Lincoln resident, spent Saturday afternoon in the city to visit friends and take care of business. He called at the Journal to enroll his name for the paper.

J. H. Rogge Lincoln The Journal

Has Fine Trip From Tuesday's Daily

Miss Ruth Ann Patton deputy county treasurer returns from vacation in the east visiting Evans ton Chicago and Cincinnati Ohio and across the Ohio into Newport and Covington Kentucky. She notes a rare snowfall in Cincinnati and a spell of chilly weather turning pleasant upon return to town.

Ruth Ann Patton East Miss Patton Evanston Chicago Cincinnati Ohio Ohio River Southland Kentucky Newport Covington

Sunday Evening Study Club Meeting Led by Richard Thierolf

The Sunday Evening Study Club met at Richard Thierolf's home with all members present except three visitors Merna Jean Meisinger Alice Louise Thierolf and Jimmie R Franke. Lois Wagoner presided then Richard led the devotional and Morris Miller the study portion. Thierolf prepared lunch and the gathering ended at 10:30 p.m.

Richard Thierolf Merna Jean Meisinger Alice Louise Thierolf Jimmie R. Franke Lois Wagoner Richard Morris Miller

Wastepaper Basket Fire Sparks Kroehler Store Alarm

A burning wastepaper basket in Kroehler hardware store caused excitement at noon. The basket was removed by Mr. Kroehler and James Bulin and only smoke damage occurred. Fire crews arrived but were not needed.

Kroehler

Fridlund Visit to the Mec Clusky Home

Mr and Mrs H E Fridlund of Craig Nebraska are visiting here at the home of Rev and Mrs H G McClusky. Mrs Fridlund is a sister of Mrs McClusky.

H. E. Fridlund Craig Nebraska H. G. MecClusky Fridlund McClusky

Tarkio College Tackle Kenneth Armstrong Receives Honorable Mention

Kenneth Armstrong Tarkio College tackle earned honorable mention on the Little All-American football list compiled by Collyer s Eye. He was the sole Missouri athlete named, with Don Fleming the lone Nebraska selection. The annual honor recognizes players from smaller colleges. other honorees include Lene Augustant Ziemba and Murphy of Texas Tech among first team picks.

Tarkio Kenneth Armstrong Tarkio College Collyer’s Eye Armstrong Missouri Don Fleming Creighton Nebraska Lene Augustant Ziemba St. Benedict's Murphy Texas Tech Somers la Salle Gross Bradley Tech Biado Lake Forest Greenfield Arizona U Montgomer Ohio U Dwyer New Mexico U Wheeler North Dakota State Manders Drake

Girl Scout Meeting Elects New Officers at Library

The Star Patrol met at the public library on Monday November 28 with Rachel McMahen elected patrol leader Mary Jean Hart as assistant Katherine Conis secretary and Georgia Carey treasurer. Finances were discussed and reorganization planned for the next meeting at Eleanor Giles home on November 30.

Star Patrol Rachel McMahen Mary Jean Hart Katherine Conis Georgia Carey Eleanor Giles Miriam Fricke

Also Mentioned on This Page

Cass County Geraldine F. Lenz Betty G. Clements Miss Clements Associated Women Students Women's Athletic Association Y.W.C.A Mortar Board Tanksterettes College of Arts Ralph S. Raines Russell M. van Every Linville I. Pratt Wendell M. Hart Murval F. Specht R.O.T.C. Field Artillery Marvin F. Kivett Joseph G. Fitzgerald Warren E. Baker Max M. Raines Quentin T. Wiles LaVerne E. Gibson Frances M. Rehmeier Boyd Mayfield Dairy Club Farm House Ruth W. Jameson H. Duane Harmon Glenn R. Jameson Chemical Engineers’ Society Palladian Literary Society Clifford E. Domingo Graduate College Nehawka Agricultural College Nehawka Edith B. Schumaker Mina Jean Yosing Ruth Ann Sheldon Miss Sheldon Tassels Loomis Hall Arts and Sciences College Robert A. Pollard Cecile Mitchell Kappes Kappa Gamma Burnell H. Adams John J. Moritz Robert W. Wunderlich Engineering College Sigma Alpha Epsilon Murdock Alvo Iris J. Miller Merle R. Kinney Alvo Arts and Sciences Katherine B. Edwards Margaret Jean Stroemer Kappa Phi Methodist Dale B. Ganz Arts and Siences College Warren R. Hammel School of Journalism Gamma Lambda Victor A. Miller College of Business Administration Greenwood Dorothy P. Leesley Louis R.clymer Farmhouse Professional Fraternity College of Agriculture Lucille I. Backemeyer Phi Upsilon Omicron Elizabeth M. Martin School of Music Ruth E. Harmon School W. Earl Dyer John W. Bock Business Administration College Sigma Nu Murray Richard F. Brendel John E. Gilmore Murray Medical College Joan E. Hall Grant W. Howard Lois E. Meade Rosa Bouton Hall Lou E. Davis Richard S. Hall University Symphony Orchestra Eagle Eagle Roy H. Rockenbach Marvin C. Rudolph Hubert C. Stewart Clyde S. West Delta Theta Phi Richard M. West Avoca Harold H. Oelkers Verne P. Rawalt Avoca Oelkers R.O. T.C. Field Artillery Beta Sigma Psi Jean L. Stutt Wilma H. Stutt Betty Jo Lehman Sigma Kappa Women's Pop Club University of Nebraska India Idui Dollywood Beauty Salon Bates Book Store Lushinsky Board of Health Monroe Building Petersen Elmer Sundstrom Recreation Center Tippens Webb Parks and Improvement Committee City Hall Chicago Avenue Pear Street Chicago and Patterson Avenues Tenth Street Pearl Street E. J. Richey Tidball Lumber Co George Hall Bestor & Swatek F. R. Gobelman Roy Taylor Chimney City Hall Eureka Fire Hose Division U. S. Products Co Nozhele Ivan Taylor John Kubicka Geo. Taylor D. L. Ramel Cappell Elect. Co John Boetel Farnam Street Nebr Oliver Allis-Chalmer McDeering Ford Oakland Rosen-Novak Auto CO Williamson Girl Scout GMC
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