Justice and restitution urged after war to aid victims
A Chicago Tribune voiced postwar calls for justice against German greed and crimes, demanding restitution for Belgium, France, and Romania, punishment for murderers and debauchers, and fair treatment of pro-German elements while warning against pacifist meddling. The piece urges level heads, mercy where just, and vigilance against false trails after victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Belgium
Roumania
Germany
Humorous Reflections and Political Snippets From Wartime Letter
A garbled column of satirical verses and stray notices lampoons Potsdam Kaiser Wilhelm and Hoover amid wartime mood. It cites Prohibition era politics, Republican maneuvers around Pershing, and a Toledo catarrh remedy ad, interwoven with aphorisms and fragmented quotes.
War era reflections and international headlines mixed in a column
A kaleidoscope of opinions and observations cites Montenegrin reentry, Carrie Nation, Ford’s venture, Hoover’s quote on feeding anarchy, and Wilson Taft League of Nations. It notes postwar propaganda, Christmas list revisions, Catt on women at the peace table, a William Allen White novel, Armistice terms, and Germany’s humiliation versus invasion.
Alleviation signs and postwar plans noted in editorials
The piece argues wartime relief measures show a path to reconstruction including draft relaxation, school and housing bans lifted, flour and sugar limits eased, and rail fares hope. It warns Treasury tax decisions may curb peace-time funds while urging employment for veterans and lower burdens on business. Christmas shopping and war savings promotions are mentioned amid Franco British friendship.
America's Greatest Battle at Sedan Ends Armistice Era
A World War I synopsis credits General Pershing with commanding up to 750000 American troops in the Argonne and Meuse campaigns from September 26 to November 11, as U S troops broke giant German defenses, forced rapid Allied advances, and secured the armistice despite heavy fire and difficult terrain. The piece lauds American troops as the finest fighting stock.
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Argonne
Sedan
Meade
Pershing
From Roberts and Wood to Haig and Pershing
The essay traces parallels between England and America before and during war, noting Lord Roberts and Kitchener, Wood and Roosevelt, and the drive to national mobilization. It contrasts French, British, and American mobilizations, praising Pershing's leadership as the fit answer to wartime needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roberts and Wood
Haig and Pershing
Kaiser and Napoleon Compared in Europe After War
The piece contrasts the Kaiser's flight from responsibility with Napoleon's surrender to the British navy after Waterloo. It argues William of Hohenzollern is a diminishing force, unlikely to recover status, and proposes options for his disposal including extradition, confinement in Corfu, or other non martyrdom solutions.
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William of
Hohenzollern
War ends as soldiers return home. poultry in market
Report notes geese ducks and chickens more visible than turkeys as news claims the war is over and soldiers are coming home. The brief item highlights a sense of relief and a shift in postwar life for the community.
Quotation on McAdoo Quits Both Jobs Sparks Debate
A fragment discusses headline writers claiming McAdoo quit both jobs and questions which two roles are meant. The remark suggests ambiguity in newspaper phrasing amid references to political shifts and a garden scene with swine migrating toward Hol land via Potsdam.
Petition for license to sell estate of Henry Eikenbarry
In Cass County Nebraska guardian Altice Johnson petitions to sell Lot four and Lot five in the Seauthwest Quarter and Southwest Quarter respectively for Henry Eikenbarry a mentally incompetent ward. The court orders notice and hearing on December 3 1918 in Plattsmouth District Court to determine if sale is necessary for maintenance. Publication required for three consecutive weeks in Plattsmouth Journal.
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Altice Johnson
Henry Mikenbarry
Ren
Towit
Seauthwest
Beelion
Cass County
Nebraska
Henry Eilkenbarry
Henry Ikenbarry
Court House
Plattsmouth
Gvuardian
Henry Eikenbarry
Fleury Eikenbarry
A. D
James T. Begley
District Court
Notice of Referee Sale in Cass County Court
Notice is given that by order of the District Court of Cass County Nebraska dated November 4 1918 a referees sale will be conducted. The action involves Carey L Stotler as plaintiff and Loren R B Stotler Sarah Trey Eden Irey George Stotler Nettie Stotler Walter Stotler Ella Wayant Clarence Wayant Mabel Speakman Harry Speakman Mary Pope Joseph Ope David Stotler and others as defendants and admin istrator of William Stotler estate.
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District Court of
Cass County
Nebraska
Carey L. Stotler
Loren RB. Stotler
Sarah Trey
Eden Irey
George Stotler
Nettie Stotler
Walter Stotler
Ella Wayant
Clarence Wayant
Mabel Speakman
Harry Speakman
Mary Pope
Joseph Ope
David Stotler
Lezatees
J. Decor
William Stotler
Notice of Sale of City Lots in Plattsmouth
By order of sale issued by James Robertson clerk of the district court in Cass County Nebraska I will sell at public auction December 16 1918 at 10 00 am at the south door of the courthouse the property lots 1 2 and 5 in block 1 Pleasant Hill Addition Plattsmouth Cass County Nebraska to satisfy a judgment in favor of Livingston Loan and Building Association against George W Wittstruck and Anna L Gaster. Sheriff D Quinton Cass County Nebraska. Attorney A L Tidds.
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Plattsmouth
Cass County
Nebraska
Rendue
District Court of
James Robertson
Court House
Said
Pleasant Hill
George W. Wittstruck
Anna L. Gaster
Livingston Loan & Building Association
Sal
Neb
D. Quinton
A. L. Tiddp
Estate of John Micin Notice to Creditors
In Cass County Nebraska the County Court in Plattsmouth will hear claims against the estate of John Micin on December 21 1918 and March 22 1919 at ten in the forenoon. Claims must be presented within three months from December 21 1918 and debts paid within one year. Witness Allen J Beeson County Judge November 19 1918.
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Nebraska
Cass County
John Micin
Plattsmouth
A. PD
Allen J. Beeson
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