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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1926

Page

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Jury Finds for Heil in Mule Ownership Case

A district court jury ruled for Edward Heil in the dispute over ownership of a team of mules with rival William H. Meisinger. Heil was awarded 113.53 dollars after a day of testimony and a completed sealed verdict. The Eight Mile Grove case drew local attention before continuing to later matters.

Edward Hell William H. Meisinger Mr. Heil Eight Mile Grove Meisinger Everett C. Carrick Emmet F. Marshall Clifford E. Butler

Fourth Birthday Party for Master Joseph Noble

The fourth birthday of Master Joseph Noble was celebrated at the A. R. Noble home on North 11th Street. About twenty children attended Saturday afternoon, enjoying games and party favors. Mrs. A. R. Noble and daughter Miss Sylvia served refreshments, highlighted by a birthday cake and candles.

Joseph Noble A. R. Noble North 11Th Street Sylvia

Beeson Leavesfor California as Ill Relative at Home

Judge Allen J. Beeson departed for Los Angeles after a message said Morgen Waybright, uncle to Mrs. Beeson, was critically ill. A second message said Waybright grew worse with no improvement. Two of the Beesons daughters were in Los Angeles aiding in care at the Waybright home.

Allen J. Beeson Los Angeles California Morgen Waybright West Judge

Railroads Pay Taxes to Cass County Treasurer

Cass County Treasurer Miss Mia A. Ger ing received tax payments from two railroads, the Chicago Burlington and Quincy and the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific. Taxes based on three fourths valuation were accepted on the state tax commissioner's recommendation, totaling 47 562 17 from Burlington and 8 233 02 from Rock Island.

Dalls Mia A. Gering Cass County Chicago Burlington & Quincy Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Systems Burlington Rock Island

Very charming luncheon honors sister Mrs Fingarson

Miss Gretchen Donnelly hosted a Thanksgiving season luncheon at 1911 Lathrop Street Omaha. Guests included out of town visitors Mrs James T Begley of Plattsmouth and Mrs John W Falter of Falls City.

Gretchen Donnelly Lathrop Street Omaha George Fingarson James T. Begley Plattsmouth John W. Falter Falls City

Lawyer’s Victory in Schlichtemeier vs Krohl Court

Attorney C A Rawles of this city reports that the case Schlichtemeier vs Krohl was affirmed in favor of his client William T Schlichtemeier of near Nehawka. The dispute, over a $3000 note from Pierce County, originated in that county and went from U S district court in Lincoln to the Circuit Court of Appeals in St Paul Minnesota. The final outcome pleases both lawyer and client.

C. A. Rawles Schlichtemeier Vs. Krohl U.S. District Court Lincoln U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals St. Paul Minnesota Mr. Rawls William T. Schlichtemeier Near Nehawka Pierce County

Bishop Shayler Visits St Luke's Church in Omaha

The Rt. Rev. Ernest Vincent Shayler, bishop of Nebraska, visited St. Luke's Church for the 7:30 a.m. Eucharist. His visit marks the start of a statewide church movement to renew interest and expand activity, with St. Luke's noted as one of the state’s oldest Episcopal parishes and a symbol of anticipated growth.

Episcopal Church Nebraska Ernest Vincent Shavyier Shayler St. Luke's

Marriage Department Seals Two Nuptial Bonds

The county judge's office reports a busy period as couples apply for marriage licenses. Judge Duxbury officiated for Vern A. Erhart and Alene Foerlinger of Falls City, who formerly worked with H. L. Garner in his electric shop. He also joined Vernon Albright of Griswold, Iowa, and Edith Buskirk of South Bend, who traveled by train from their home just for the ceremony.

Duxbury Vern A. Erhart Alene Foerlinger Falls City H. L. Garner Vernon Albright Griswold Iowa Edith Buskirk South Bend Burlington

Fingarsons Return From Philippines to Omaha Fort Crook

Captain George Fingarson and family return to Omaha after serving with the military forces in the Philippines. They join the 17th infantry at Fort Crook as Mrs Fingarson, formerly Marie Donnelly, returns home with the Donnelly family now in Omaha. Gretchen Donnelly honored her sister in a Saturday gathering.

George Fingarson Captain Fingarson Omaha Philippine Islands Fingarson Manila 17Th Infantry Fort Crook Marie Donnelly

Two Plattsmouth Nurse Trainees Return Home

Thanksgiving visits bring Delores Wiles and Eleanor McCarty home from the University Hospital in Omaha. The students, daughters of local families, are progressing rapidly in their nursing program at the state school.

Plattsmouth University of Nebraska University Hospital At Omaha Delores Wiles C. L. Wiles Eleanor McCarty T. C. McCarty

Quinton Loses Fight to Remain Cass County Sheriff

Former Cass county sheriff Carl D. Quinton loses a second time in the supreme court over his right to hold office after Governor Bryan suspended him during indictments. Quinton's request to be relieved led to a temporary successor and later removal by district court. The court rules the governor acted within law and the quo warranto path unnecessary. State Journal.

Carl D. Quinton Cass County Supreme Court Bryan Quinton E. P. Stewart Stewart District Court Juinton State Journal

Doings in Police Court

DeWitt Surface of Union appeared before Justice Weber charged with intoxication. He paid a $10 fine and costs after being picked up Sunday evening. Ray Burton pled guilty to possessing intoxicating liquor and was fined $100. he paid the amount but declined to name his source of purchase.

DeWitt Union Court of Justice William Weber Omaha Ray Burton Nebraska

Death of Mrs Minnie Schleusner Former West Point Resident

Mrs Minnie Schleusner died Thanksgiving morning at St Josephs Home West Point after five months as a resident. Born in Germany January 4 1855 she came to America in 1868 and settled at West Point. She married in 1876 her husband died in 1914. A devout Christian and German Lutheran member she also belonged to the Woodmen circle for 23 years.

Minnie ‘Schleusner Steger St. Joseph’s West Point

Some Real Artist Wax Flowers At Bates Shop

Large wax flowers on display at Bates Book and Gift shop draw attention. Pink roses praised for beauty and perfect detail. Created by Mrs. W. G. Davis wife of the Chamber of Commerce secretary, the pieces are noted as handsome specimens of artificial flowers.

Bates Book and W. G. Davis Chamber of Commerce

Injured Hand At Burlington Shop Fails To Rule Out Save

Frank Koubek, a Burlington shop employee, suffered a severe accident Saturday when a car wheel caught his right hand finger. The finger was stripped to the bone and bandaged. doctors hope the member can be saved and amputation avoided.

Frank Koubek Burlington

Committees Named by Chamber of Commerce

The local chamber of commerce announces year long committees covering recreation skating legislative bridge trade days and fairs banquets industrial publicity hospital agricultural roads parks and tourist membership finance and budget. A cemetery committee is under consideration with possible additions likely to be announced.

Chamber of Commerce O. Dwyer W. A. Robertson J. A. Capwell J. T. Begley J. K. Pollock E. J. Richey C. C. Wescott S. S. Davis Henry Schneider W. G. Davis A. G. Bach A. H Rosencrans Henry Soennichsen E. H. Wescott R. W. Knorr Guy Morgan Bruce Rosencrans W. C. Soennichsen E. A. Wurl J. P. Sattler Frank Smith E. C. Harris L. O. Minor F. L. Rea B. A. Rosencrans Plattsmouth

New Handy Way Grocery Store Nears Opening

The Plattsmouth Masonic lodge building formerly home to Herger bakery is almost finished as the Handy Way grocery store of Hill Martin. The old front has been replaced with a modern display worthy of the city block, and interior changes will create an ideal, attractive store space.

Plattsmouth

Married at Court House Miss Catherine Wynn and William Falk

County Judge A H Duxbury joined Miss Catherine Wynn daughter of Mr and Mrs John Wynn to William Falk Saturday evening. The couple, well known in the city, plan to reside in the groom's south side home. He has been active in southern city affairs and once ran for councilman.

A. H. Duxbury Catherine Wynn William Falk John Wynn Mrs. Falk Groom

Imports Increasing in October Foreign Trade Share

Washington reports a surge in foreign manufactured goods in October's U S foreign trade analysis. More than forty percent of American imports were manufactured or semi manufactured materials, up from about thirty eight percent in October 1925.

Washington Commerce Department United States

Dorothy Cowles Weds Frank McDaniel in Lake Worth

Miss Dorothy E. Cowles marries Mr. Frank McDaniel at the First Congregational church in Lake Worth Florida on November 23. The ceremony was conducted by Reverend Lillian B. Fulton with witnesses including Mrs. W E Propst and Lester Boder. A reception followed at the Propst home. the couple will reside at 312 North O Street Pratt Apartments Lake Worth Florida.

Alice Cowles Dorothy E. Cowles Frank McDaniel First Congregational Church Lake Worth Florida Lillian B. Fulton Georgette Senor Rodriguez Havana Cuba Elvin E. Greene, Jr W. E. Propst Miss Cowles Lester B. Boder McDaniel Dwight A. Propst North Lakeside Drive Plattsmouth Cora McDaniel Omaha Nebraska Florida East Coast

Fine Show Delights Parmele Theatre Patrons

Patrons enjoyed the film Marriage Clause and local talent at Plattsmouth's Parmele Theatre. Master Richard Hedges played saxophone, Grey Horsack performed accordion solos, and Glen Brittain wowed with mouth harp. The program repeats tonight.

Dany Parmele Theatre Plattsmouth Saturday Evening Post Billie Dove Francis X. Bushman

Cases Assigned for Trial In District Court Calendar

The estate of Aaron Gamble is set for December 20 due to Judge Beeson’s absence. The trial list fixes Philip Leipert vs C B Q R for December 2, Anna Brown vs Pollock for December 3, and Platts State Bank vs Willie Meier- dierk for December 4.

District Court Aaron Gamble Beeson Philip G. Leipert Anna A. Brown J. K. Pollock Platts State Bank Willie Meierdierk Dee

Mrs. A H Duxbury III Ill From Gall Stone Attack

Friends report Mrs A H Duxbury of West Pearl street is gravely ill at home after a severe gall stone attack. She endured a weekend of intense pain and could not be moved to a hospital, though her condition eased slightly today but remains serious.

A. H. Duxbury West Pearl Street

Leaving for California from Tuesday’s Gally

Herbert Klauschie an employee in Burlington's local machine shops will soon depart for California to accompany his mother Mrs. Fred Klauschie of Omaha to Los Angeles for the winter. Mrs Klauschie has been in poor health and doctors advise a warmer climate. He will visit his sister in Los Angeles before returning to work.

Gally Herbert Klauschie Burlington California Fred Klauschie Omaha Los Angeles Klauschie

Busy Times Here for the Early Buyers

The piece urges early Christmas shopping as twenty one days remain, noting local stores display a wide gift range from fancy to staple lines. Shoppers are advised to inspect the Plattsmouth merchants, prepare lists, and select early to avoid last minute nerves and hurry.

Plattsmouth

Bad checks returned on local merchants reported

Three bad checks were passed to Right Away Shoe Shop Buck's Booterie and the J C Penney store. Each check bore the name Cecil Wright and was drawn on banks at Plattsmouth Union Nebraska City. The items were brought to Sheriff Ryder's office on Monday marked No account.

Buck's Booterie J. C. Penney Ryder Cecil Wright Plattsmouth Union Neb Nebraska City News-Press

Elks Lodge Memorial Service Set for Sunday

Plattsmouth lodge No. 739 will hold a memorial service Sunday December 5 at 2 30 PM in the Elks club house to honor departed brothers including Dr P J Flynn and Louis Kroehler. Judge James T Begley will be the orator with a program of solos and readings from lodge officers and members.

Plattsmouth Lodge No. 739 Elks Club Order of Elks P. J. Flynn Louis Kroehler James T. Begley Plattemouth Lodge

Boy Sent To State School By Judge Begley

Judge Begley in district court ordered Paul Depree a thirteen year old delinquent to be sent to the state school at Kearney after hearing evidence from the lad and interested parties. The court found his surroundings and associations unsafe despite his bright school and scouting record.

Also Mentioned on This Page

St. Luke’s Church Philippines Court House Dorothy Cowles Lake Worth, Florida Mrs. Duxbury III Elks Lodge Rachmanthon Katheryn Walling Voca Solo Hammond Mee A. DD Caldewell Cadman James T. Begley Voeal Solo Teonyson James T. Heeler Xmonal Bank
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