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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1931
Page
2
Attendees from Alvo and vicinity gathered in Lincoln last Wednesday for the funeral of Edward Casey. Notables included Hall Parsell Harry Appleman Joseph Parsellh and Will Stewart.
Mr and Mrs Joseph Armstrong host a Thanksgiving gathering at their home with the full family present in keeping with a long standing custom.
Phillip Coatman, son of R M and Mrs Coatman of Honolulu, writes that life in the Antipodes agrees with him and his air service work. A night motor swap by Phillip and two helpers took two hours and fifteen minutes, beating U S service records. A future fort defense drill with 17 000 personnel slated to repel a U S squadron will be a spirited demonstration.
Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Coatman and their daughter Doris visited Grand Island for Thanksgiving at the home of Mrs. M. L. Golliher and family. They then stopped in Kearney to see their daughter Dorothea Coatman, who is receiving treatment at the institute for her lungs and showed improvement.
Mrs. W. J. Butler formerly Margaret Carr of Eagle area died at her Beatrice home last Saturday. Born June 16 1891 north of Eagle, she married W. J. Butler March 21 1921 and lived in Beatrice. Survived by husband two sisters and one brother and parents. Funeral Tuesday at Beatrice with burial east of Eagle.
Edward Carey long of Alvo area died at his Lincoln home last Saturday night. He and his wife were well liked as the best of citizens. Many residents from Alvo attended the funeral last Wednesday.
Mrs P J Lineh has been very poorly for some time and recently in a very serious condition. Her daughter Miss Alta, an instructor in Beatrice schools, and son Verle, living in Sioux City, were summoned. They returned home briefly but were called again when her condition worsened last Wednesday.
Falls City with three veterans Captain Perry Castle George Clark and Gene Bullock as forwards leads a hopeful squad of nearly thirty candidates. Returning lettermen Kenneth Wiar Fred Wertz and Robert Bryson also back. Schedule lists games against Stella Nebraska City Tecumseh Auburn Dawson Pawnee City Peru Prep with a regional tournament set for March 3-5.
Local shops in Plattemouth advertise steady pricing over the Christmas season with no hikes common in the city. The piece highlights steady circulation and approachable deals as shoppers compare urban and hometown options.
On December 2 1931 the Awcent Camp Fire held at the public library with President Rachel Robertson presiding. Minutes and treasurer reports were read. a new book for the treasurer was approved and Harriet Goos named as assistant. Jacquelen Grossman and Mary Margaret Kline won prizes for shoe and underwear fund collections totaling 310.85 dollars. A health bead string idea and a children's play for January 5 1932 were discussed and the program will be free for all kids.
Wednesday through last weekend saw residents busy with courthouse and farm duties. Andy Schleifert tended the elevator while Harry Howes attended home affairs as their daughter wed. Joseph Deitel delivered corn to feeders near Fort Crowell and weighed at the Manley Farmers elevator. Teddy Harris drew jury duty at the district court as a family member ran the store. Andrew Schleifert attended the funeral of Charles Joyce in Weeping Water after the auto wreck last Saturday. Maude Goolshey of Verdon visited Manley, staying with the Osborne family, returning Monday. Herman Mann of Louisville visited Manley Wednesday afternoon to greet friends and share stories.
Miss Sue Mockenhaupt, visiting relatives and friends in Manley, departed last Monday for Chicago where she is a registered nurse. She enjoyed a fine visit and paid respects to her folks during the stay.
Last Wednesday the wedding united Miss Clarice Allen and Mr. Elmer Salsberg in Cass county. The bride chose a home furnishing over a wedding trip and the couple will reside with Mrs Nellie Heebner while starting housekeeping. The groom works for the Farmers Union Elevator Company and friends extend congratulations.
John Crane left Monday for a three week trip starting with Florida then Cuba to enjoy mild climate and visit old Spanish buildings. Edward Kelley accompanied him to the train and will manage the lumber yard during Crane's absence.
Oswell Miller arrives from Illinois where he worked on a farm for Joseph O'Brien this past summer and fall. He will stay to assist in corn picking for his brother Joseph Miller who has been unwell for some time.
Union orchestra conducted by Janet Westover will perform at the Union hall on Wednesday evening November ninth. Marie Distel will present dancing specialty numbers. Admission 15 cents. Be sure to attend.
Reports from San Salvador indicate a coup as President Arturo Araujo is deposed by a three man military directorate. Finance Minister Francisco Jose Espinos reportedly killed after refusing terms, with heavy street fighting and a state of siege in effect. توقعات elections within forty eight hours and resumption of air service pending safety.
Omaha-Frank Elbridge Webb former labor presidential candidate predicts the former labor party will hold twenty five seats in the next congress and balance power if a strong leader emerges. He spoke at a unity convention with labor party leaders and Liberal and Liberty party representatives. Webb said a third party could win if President Lieover is renominated. Frank Lawson campaign chair said the next national convention may be in Omaha. Dr FL M Wall Nebraska leader was named president and Raymond Beach named secretary.
Washington report questions the legality of John H. Bankhead's Alabama election. Republicans weigh denying him the seat, citing Hastings findings of election law violations and possible fraud. Past precedents from Smith and Ware loom as leaders debate timing and organization amid a tight party margin.
Read the Bates Book and Stationery Store advertisement highlighting numerous Christmas gift suggestions. The section showcases varied items suitable for holiday shopping with emphasis on practical presents and seasonal deals.
After an all day meeting Chicago Western railway executives announced they would follow eastern roads and withhold any position on wage reductions until the railway labor executives meeting on December 7. They discussed proposed cuts for workers with wage agreements but took no stand. At the December meeting, labor executives may consider a voluntary 190 percent cut for one year. if rejected and the six hour day stands, the carriers may appeal to the board of mediation and arbitration.
Senator Borah told unemployed marchers to keep to an orderly course as they plan to present relief demands on opening day of the session. He said demonstrators have a right to petition and warned against disturbances that could hurt their cause while promising careful treatment by authorities.
Helmut Prockman, coach at Elmwood, leads his Sulgar team to the top of the Southeastern conference with an undefeated encrossed goal line and a high scoring record. A lone opponent score came as a 25 yard drop kick in a game at Jay Cedater.
A movement proposes moving 330 000 from the electric fund to the street department to surface side streets with crushed rock, creating jobs for the unemployed. Legal counsel has advised that such a transfer would be illegal, but advocates plan to push the measure.
The Golden Rod Study Club will gather Thursday December 7 at the home of Mrs. Glenn Wiles and Mrs. C L Wiles with associate hostess. The session topic is International Friendship Through Books led by Mrs. Margaret Todd.
Do not wait to buy your Christmas cards Bates Book and Stationery Store shows a fine selection on display.
Miss Jean Rathburn of Lincoln was presented as honorary colonel at the University of Nebraska military ball attended by about 1000 guests and 09 dancing couples. Gen. Pershing Chancellor Burnett and Mrs Bryan were honor patrons as 160 cadet officers and sponsors formed a grand procession.
A note indicates several large Cass county maps remain at the Journal office. The fragment suggests the maps are unclaimed and awaiting pickup or further instruction.
London reports Mahatma Gandhi, ill with chills and fever, was well enough to walk in London's east end on Thursday. He plans to depart for home on Saturday and will decide about renewing civil disobedience after returning to Bombay on December 25 and reporting on the Indian round-table conference.
Miss Lulu Umner longtime Lincoln public school educator dies in Santa Barbara at age 40 years in retirement two years ago. Survived by sister Mrs Helen Kineman of Santa Barbara.
For a small extra charge you can have your name printed on your Christmas cards when you buy them at Bates Book and Stationery Store.
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