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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1923

Page

2

Alvo News Highlights School Visits and Activity

Alvo Department Weldon Kinney and Everett Ayres missed school due to illness, while Hazel Fairfield and Doris Klyver visited the Alvo schools. Gazing into weekly events, trips to Lincoln and Omaha, Thanksgiving gatherings, home economics bazaar plans, and a Christmas vacation schedule are noted along with local social and business happenings.

Weldon Kinney Everett Ayres Hazel Fairfield Alvo Doris Klyver Fred Spahiie Eagle Arthur Dinges Earl Dreamer Wm. Yeager Clarence Bucknell Verla Linch Geo. Browne Nel Garcia Gay Schele Alameda Kansas J. W. Hallmeyer Chris Gardiert Cook John Yeager R. M. Coatman Beter Chris Weber Gretna C. Boyles M. C. Keefer Glenwood Iowa Knights of Pythias of Alvo Lincoln Order Nebraska Elbert Taylor Alfred Stroemer Carl Ganz James Friend John Skinner C. M. Coatman Omaha W. W. Coatman S. C. Boyles Anton King Turner McKinnon J. M. Manners J. H. Weichel

Busy Alvo class makes toys for Christmas gifts

The manual training class at Alvo schools is busy in the workshop creating toys and presents. Students include Philip Coatman Edward Cook Maynard Cook Vernon Anderson Sherrill Fifer George Kitzell Willard Timblin Carl Haines and Kenneth Daily.

Alvo Philip Coatman Edward and Maynard Cook Vernon Anderson Sherrill Fifer George Kitzell Willard Timblin Carl Haines Kenneth Daily

Coatman and Warner Join for Timely Threshing

R. M. Coatman and W. H. Warner have teamed up to finish threshing during good weather. Coatman provides the power while Warner supplies the separator for Geo. Hardknock, Jessie Hardknock, and Wm. Meikel.

R. M. Coatman W. H. Warner Mr. Coatman Mr. Warner Geo. Hardknock Jessie Hardknock Wm. Meikel

Journal Office Prints All Business Forms

The Journal office handles printing of business forms of all kinds for local businesses. Standard forms include receipts invoices order forms and ledgers produced to customer specifications with prompt turnaround and quality materials.

Oil Strike Reported Near Bellevue by Local Operators

Oil operators from Burt county Nebraska report a strike on the East farm near Bellevue. They claim an oil pool at about one thousand feet, with a coal seam nearby but dismissed as insignificant. They hold exclusive lease on about one hundred acres and three thousand adjoining, seeking no stock sale and asking to be left alone.

East Farm Bellevue Roy Bowen Art Ebberson Burt County Neb World-Herald Bowen Cc. L Wilbur Foster Laura Ebberson Bowen and Easts

Local visitors attend matters of business in county seat

O A Davis of Murrey, J R McVerv, C G Mayfield of Louisville, James Terryberry of Louisville, Mrs M C Metzger and daughter visited the county seat for a few hours to attend to business. John G Wunderlich of Nehawka attended district court arguments on indictments. Editor Lee Mayfield and W F Diers from Louisville attended hearings and other matters. Mr and Mrs Henry Heil Jr motored from west of the city with John Heil and daughter Elsie for the day.

O. A. Davis Murrey J. R. McVevr Murray C. G. Mayfield Louisville James Terryberry M. C. Metzger Cedar Creek John G. Wunderlich Nehawka Lee Mayfield Louisville Courier W. F. Diers Henry Heil, Jr City John Heil Elsie

Local shoppers visit Plattsmouth stores before Christmas

Friday's Dadly James Stone and wife of Nehawka attended pre Christmas shopping at Plattsmouth stores. J. F. Clement and wife of Kansas City traveled up yesterday to visit the Clement family with Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Clement. the elder Mr. Clement is J. F. Clement's brother.

James Stone Nehawka Plattsmouth J. F. Clement Kansas City R. W. Clement Mr. Clement

Locals Gather for Visits From Various Towns

Mrs F J Hennings and son Herm an from Eight Mile Grove attend to Bertha Standley matters at the courthouse. Verna near Eagle, Mrs. Standley and others visit. Henry Shiffler ill with cold and grippe. Mont Robb travels for a grain company. Miss Mary Wetenkamp home for weekend from University of Omaha. Andrew Kearn Jr returns to visit aunt Mrs Schlische. now at Axtell. C W Johnston and wife of Salt Lake visit Stine family. Johnston is a young Oregon Short Line train dispatcher.

F. J. Hennings Herman Eight Mile Grove Bertha WL. Standley Verna Near Eagle Court House Henry Shiffler Mont Robb Union Mary Wetenkamp University of Omaha Albert Wetenkamp Andrew Kearn, Jr

Hall's Catarrh Medicine Ad Claim

An old advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine with an ointment for local relief and a ton joueur internal remedy. It claims to treat catarrh by acting on mucous surfaces and cleansing the system. The product is sold by druggists and attributed to F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo

Merchants Seek Action Over York Lottery Claim

A Polk County delegation led by Representative B. Keck urged Governor Bryan to intervene against a proposed York lottery tied to a Christmas festival. They cited a prior stoppage at David City and a prohibited plan by Standard Oil. Bryan suggested involving the attorney general and offered to assist if warranted after review.

B. 8 Keck Polk County Stromsburg Bryan York Earl Wright Richard Nelson H. Christensen Emil F. Johnson David City Standard Oil Company Omaha Santa Claus Stromshurz Lot State Journal

Supreme Court Affirms Damages Case in Allen v. Vallery

Attorney D O Dwyer reports the supreme court affirmed the Cass county district court ruling in the case of Rosine Allen versus Louise and Grace Vallery. Allen claimed $25,000 damages after being struck by the Vallery auto. Trial court ruled for the defendants and the high court upheld that decision.

D. O. Dwyer District Court of Cass County Supreme Court Rosine Allen Louise Grace Vallery District Court

Mrs C P Sydebotham Sees Recovery After Operation

Friends announce that Mrs C P Sydebotham has recovered from an appendicitis operation. She has left Nicholas Senn Hospital and is staying with her sister Mrs McHale at 936 North 21st Street Plattsmouth, awaiting return home in a few days.

New Boy in Town Arrives for Hill Family

This afternoon a fine little son and heir arrived to make his home with Mr and Mrs Ralph Hill. The occasion brought happiness to the proud parents. Mrs Hill is a daughter of Mr and Mrs J G Lohnes of this city. Both mother and son are doing nicely.

Ralph Hill Hilt Hill J. G. Lohnes

A Worthy Project From Saturdays Daily

The D A R presents a finished cabinet for the public library as an addition to display valuable articles. Two years after a courthouse tablet, the Daughters of the American Revolution seek gifts of books pictures records or antiques with donors named.

Eaturday Daughters of the American Revolution Court House

Hogs for Sale by Chas Schwab Nehawka Neb

Two purebred Hampshire hogs for sale one fall and one spring boar ready for service owned by Chas E Schwab Nehawka Nebraska sale notice background from local listing lists contact for purchaser potential buyers and pricing not provided

Chas. E. Schwab Nehawka

Cockerels for Sale from New Egg Strain

Single comb Rhode Island Red cockerels from a new egg strain for $2 and $3. Mrs. Harrison L. Gayer of Plattsmouth. Phone Murray 2704. d10-2tw.

Rhone Island Harrison L. Gayer Plattsmouth Murray

Hemstitching Picot Edging at Singer Sewing Co

Sewing service offered for hemstitching and picot edging. Contact Singer Sewing Machine Co at phone number 9 for details and pricing.

Picot Singer Sewing Machine Co

A Firm Stand by Coolidge in Annual Message

Washington reports varied political appraisal of President Coolidge's address to Congress. Republicans praised the courageous stance on tax cuts and world affairs while opposing league entry and military expansion. Democrats criticized features but Underwood backed the world court and opposed the bonus. party leaders will watch public reaction closely.

Washington Coolidge Congress League of Nations Senator Johnson California Johnson World Court New York Coolddge Underwood Alabama William G. McAdoo

Fell From Pole While At Work Near Eagle

Emil Oberle fell from a twenty five foot pole while tightening wires on a damaged line near Ed Ossenkop's, four miles southwest of Eagle. He had bruises to the leg with no broken bones and was transported to Lincoln for care. his condition improved with rest and crutches expected soon.

Emil Oberle Lloyd Ed Ossenkop Eagle Emil Oberle Maahe Longacre Lincoln Eagle Beacon

Farewell Party for Mr and Mrs Frank Marler

A surprise farewell was given to Mr and Mrs Frank Marler by the ladies club and neighbors on December 3 at Omar Schlichtemeier's home. About 40 friends attended and shared refreshments before the Marlers move to Mynard where Mr Marler will resume blacksmithing.

Frank Marler Mrs. Marler Mynard Mr. Marler

Social Workers Flower Club Meeting Notice

The Social Workers Flower club will meet Dec. 12 with Mrs. Frank Pace and Mrs. T. B. Hardison assisting hostesses. Please bring a present for the grab bag. A short program will be given.

Social Workers Flower Club Frank Pace T. B. Hardison

Plate Supper at District No 6

District No 6 hosts a plate supper at 5144 miles south of Plattsmouth on Friday evening December 14. The program will be given and all are invited by Pearl Spangler, teacher.

District No. 6 Plattsmouth Pearl Spangler

For Sale Rhode Island Red Cockerels

For sale Rhode Island Red cockerels at $1.50 each by Mrs. Julius Reinke of South Bend Nebraska. The note appears in a classifieds listing with a short seller’s contact.

R. C Rhode Island Julius Reinke South Bend Neb

Nelson v Stull in district court over $95 engineering bill

In the district court a suit titled Harry A. Nelson vs C. L. Stull was filed today for $95 allegedly due on engineering work. Plaintiff is represented by A. R. Kelly and defendant by W. A. Robertson of this city.

District Court Harry A. Nelson

Addresses High School Class

Court reporter L. L. Turpin spoke to the commercial class at the high school about shorthand development, typewriting, and related stenographic work. His prior teaching experience added valuable insights and practical suggestions for students pursuing this line of work.

L. L. Turpin Turpin

Aldrich Improves at Presbyterian Hospital Omaha

Word reaches County Attorney A. G. Cole that C. S. Aldrich of Elmwood is showing improvement at the Presbyterian hospital in Omaha where he has been for insulin treatment. It is hoped the treatment will bring permanent relief given his long poor health.

A. G. Cole Aldrich Elmwood Presbyterian Hospital Omaha

Mrs. Joseph Hadraba Improves After Prolonged Illness

Mrs. Joseph Hadraba has had more restful days after a year of very poor health and much improvement is hoped for by family and friends though she remains seriously ill and the wish is for her to rally and regain former health.

Joseph Hadraba Altho

Danger in Delay Promotes Kidney Trouble Warning

A vintage alarm notes kidney disease risks from backache headache and nervousness. It promotes Dean's Kidney Pills with a Plattsmouth testimonial from Louis Kroehler of Kroehler Bros hardware 542 Main St. He reports relief and lasting faith in the remedy since 1912 with renewed endorsement in 1920. Price 60c at dealers Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.

Bright Dean Plattsmouth Louis Kroeehler Kroehler Bros. Hardware Store Main Street Rynott & Company Kroehler Doan Mr. Kroehler Foster-Milburn Co Mfrs Buffalo N. Y

No Truth In Report About Zatopek Fire Involvement

John Zatopek denies any involvement in a neighbor’s strawtack fire. He says state fire warden’s investigation cleared him and he asks the public to understand he is not guilty of any act of lawlessness.

John Zatopek Zatopek

Mrs Laura M Hoyt Praises Chamberlain's Tablets

Mrs Laura M Hoyt of Rockport praises Chamberlain's Tablets for headache and bilious attacks. She notes three years of frequent use and offers to speak in praise of them at any time.

Chamberlain Ilem Laura M. Hoyt Rockport, N

Also Mentioned on This Page

Alvo Department A. WV. Mockenhaupt Lyle Miller Violet Ough A. J. Schaefer L. F. Mullen Charles Kirkpatrick Claude Claire Barrett Clyde Temple The Methodist Church of Charles Godby Godby A. J. Schaeffer Wm. Powell A. F. Schaeffer A. Dier George Hall Buick Mr. Hall Goodrich Coatman Hardware Co Prop Alvo, Nebraska A. Dinges Social Workers Club C. S. Aldrich Impoving BR. H.C. Leqpols Osteopathic T. C. M’garty 4Th St Tessie Yvonne S. S. Gooding Weyriche Lower Main Street Plattsmouth, Nebr
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