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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1934
Page
5
Firestone launches the Century Progress Tire claiming Blowout Protection Non-Skid Safety and Long Wear at a moderate price. Thousands toured the Firestone Factory at the World’s Fair while buyers flocked coast to coast. Includes Triple Guarantee and factory exhibits with Gladys Swarthout on NBC WEAF.
Report highlights residents visiting relatives in Alva Burns and nearby towns for Thanksgiving and early winter events. Frank Colbert installs a new circulating heater for better home heating. The Langhursts plan travel to Washington as Congress prepares for the January session amid changes to the seasson.
William Langhorst visited Eiziwood Inet on Monday at the home of Mr and Mrs Louis F Langhorst who planned to depart for Washington D C the next day for the winter while Congress is in session Langhorst holds a postmaster position with the House of Representatives a busy government post
L. R. Stanley, known for hard work and business, rests and smiles while nursing a very sore boil on his right leg. The boil has gradually improved after a period of severe pain.
The Ladies Aid society of the Wa bash church postponed the meeting from last week to one week later due to inclement weather. It was to be held at the home of Mrs. Ira Helme on Wednesday, but rain caused the postponement.
Lorene Cummins and Margaret Hauer, teachers, present the Molley Be Jolly operetta and plate supper on December 7 and 8 at Cedar Creek. Readable portions list event details and participants.
The article explains the Monroe Doctrine’s origins and misnomer note, detailing John Quincy Adams and the 1825 annual message, and recounts later events proving U S resolve in the hemisphere including 1860s and 1895 disputes and actions against European interference in the Americas. It ends noting adherence to the 1823 doctrine amid regional conflicts and imperial pressures.
The first scheduled basketball game of the current season will be played on the home floor Friday with Union high school here. Several local residents are mentioned visiting relatives and attending events in nearby cities during the week.
A fine daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Noble Buell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Prank Buell. All are doing well and joyful at the home. Noble and the weed wife are pleased, but grandparents Buell share the greatest happiness.
Harold W. Tool finished a What-Not and plans to place it in his home. The item, once common in parlor rooms for shells, trinkets, and family Bibles, is making a comeback after many decades. Visitors can see it in his workshop behind the post office.
Mr and Mrs W C Gillespie visited Murray on Thanksgiving for the Christian church ladies dinner. They were accompanied by Mr and Mrs Merle Gillespie and Mr and Mrs A H Ward and several friends.
Pauline Ward turned nine last Saturday and received a party hosted by her parents. Twenty one of her friends attended, enjoying games and a merry evening. Mrs. Ward served a delicious luncheon of kid friendly favorites as guests departed with birthday wishes for many more happy returns.
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Buck hosted a Sunday gathering at their home to meet their one week old daughter. Among the guests were Mr. and Mrs. John H. Buck and Mr. and Mrs. John Eppings with con, of Murdoch, Bar Lancaster and wife, Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Noell, Miss Neva Lancaster, and Malvern Reed of Murray. The visitors enjoyed the afternoon and left in the early evening.
Louis Schmidt and wife hosted Thanksgiving duties with their relatives including Mr. and Mrs. Herman R. Schmidt and families from Elmwood, Gustav Straich, Robert Stock, William Winkler, and Miss Hilda Schmidt of Omaha. The gathering pleased the hosts.
A group gathered to enjoy a pleasant reunion and a very fine dinner, sharing warmth and good company in a cheerful atmosphere.
The Murdock Cooking Club met on November 27 at Air and Mrs John Buck’s home for their second meeting of the year covering cooking in its many phases. The next meeting is set for December 11 at Mrs Matt Thimgan’s home with a lecture on Desserts and requests that all members attend and bring a guest.
Mrs. August Panske and daughters hosted a day long reunion last Thursday with guests Mr. and Mrs. Emil Meyer and family of Fairbury WW. P. Meyer and family of Sioux City Daniel Panska and family near Murdock and R. L. Panska family south of Elmwood.
The Ladies Aid of the church in Murdock sponsors a banquet at the high school on Wednesday evening December 5. Dinner starts at six o clock. All fathers and non fathers are invited to attend with their son or sons or borrow one for the occasion. A hearty meal and speech program are planned.
The Cass County Red Cross chapter welcomes new volunteers noting many renew annually. The loyalty shown to the organization underscores faith in Red Cross service as a foremost volunteer aid group.
The Dawson County Pioneer urges government action on a major tree planting program while criticizing widespread tree cutting in the county and state. Readers are urged to protect islands and riverbanks from unlawful cuts and to plant trees for crop support and beauty.
Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Knorr and children Jean and Billy visited Ashland on Thanksgiving Day for a dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Panzar, a former brother of Mrs. Knorr.
Suffering humanity prompts the group to urge active sympathy through time and services. Members are invited to contribute with Mrs Hannah M McDonald as local representative for memberships or contributions. Gas and oil are not offered as part of the quiver.
Warns about kidney filtration problems and urges use of Doan's Pills to promote normal kidney function. Claims backache dizziness frequent urination and swelling can be relieved. Endorsed by users nationwide and sold by druggists.
In county court Judge Dusbury found Fred Haffke guilty of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated after a non guilty plea. Sheriff Sylvester testified for the state while Haffke and Glen Larson testified for the defense. A 30 day jail term was set with a one year license revocation and Haffke gave notice of appeal and filed bond.
Miss Mary Jane Sark spends Thanksgiving vacation as guest of her cousin Mrs Willard Anthony at Coun cil Clufis.
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