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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1924

Page

6

Eastern Star Ladies Host Santa Claus Party

The Kensington chapter of the Eastern Star held a holiday gathering at Mrs. John H. Hallstrom’s home. Members enjoyed a kid’s party with letters to Santa starting with C, a program by children, a Christmas story, games, and treats as Old Santa distributed apples, popcorn balls, and lolly pops.

Eastern Star Kensington John H. Hallstrom James G. Mauzy Kenry Mauzy Allen J. Beeson Fred P. Busch A. Rawls Santa Claus Luke L Wiles Henrietta Gorder Irma Hegley Mattie Wiles Frank E. Pfoutz James Burnie

Lion Report Sparks Treasure of Deserted Plains Sightings

Reports indicate a lion or lions from a circus are at large in southeastern Nebraska near Talmage and Cook. George Guilliatt says one animal approached his cornfield on Tuesday as his dog fled under a wagon, confirming sightings in the Peru area.

Nebraska Talmage Cook George Guilliatt Here Auburn Eld Guilliatt

Pioneer Cass County resident suffers severe heart attack

George W. Shrader, a long time Cass County resident, was critically ill after a severe heart attack on Wednesday. His son Momer Shrader was with him as he battled the condition at age eighty eight. Shrader rallied briefly at noon but remained very weak.

George W. Shrader Cass County Momer Shrader Mr. Shrader

Postmaster Leads Campaign For Early Christmas Mail

Postmaster James W. Holmes drives a postoffice department campaign urging early mailing to ensure timely Christmas deliveries. He has notified teachers and ministers to promote early mail in schools and churches, aiming to avoid last minute delays before Christmas Day.

James W. Holmes Postoffice Department Senna

Passing of an Omaha Resident Here

Obituary reports the death of Tenae Vestress aged 83 at his Omaha home on Cuming Street after months of illness. Born in Bohemia in July 1841, he immigrated to the United States in 1882 settling in Plattsmouth before moving to Omaha. Survived by four children Frank Joseph John and Mrs Tom Janda with two deceased, funeral set for Thursday at Holy Rosary Church.

Tom C. Janda Cuming Street Omwaha Tenae Vostress Vostross Bohemia Atlantic Great West Phittsmouth Vestress Frank Joseph John ReHance South Dakota Omaha Josephine Krisky Vostejs Missouri Pacific Vosiress Holy Rosary Catholic Church West Pearl Street

Burdock Blood Bitters Ad Claims Clean Blood Health

An old advertisement promotes Burdock Blood Bitters for purifying blood, improving digestion, and boosting strength. It cites a heavy, impure blood condition and mentions a price of $17.25 retail and availability at all stores.

Bible Class Men Prove They Are Good Cooks

About fifty five ladies attended a Methodist Church banquet last evening as the Young Men's Bible Class hosted a three course feast. The men served and plated all courses, with women not involved in preparation. The event featured red and white decor, an orchestra, and a chorus directed by Dr. O. Samilin.

Methodist Church Wetnesdas Deen Gould Wanankind Bermvern Philathen Toa Fredy O. Samilin Tome Roy Perkins Jesse Pertry Harold Gaines W. PF. Evers W.T. Arn Dr. 0. Sendin

Auction of Real Estate on Spring Street

Auction notice for Saturday December 2 at 2 o'clock PM. Parcels 109 and 108 in Block 4 Orchardville Addition to Pintsmouth with a seven room house on Spring Street between Elm and Walnut. Terms announced day of sale. WM Miller owner Rex Young auctioneer.

Pinttsmouth Spring Street Eli Welnut

Dean's Rerculets laxative for gentle bowels

An advertisement promotes Dean's Rerculets as a mild modern laxative. Sold in all stores for 30 cents. Aimed at easy bowel relief with a simple, accessible remedy.

Dean

Platismeiuth Lith Blank Books at Journal Office

Henry Klinger announces ready stock of blank books at the M. W. A. building and invites both old and new customers to inspect the wares.

Henry Klinger M. W. A. Biuilding Platismeiuth Lith

Maccabee Ladies Meet Elects Officers at WoolneednarHall

The Maccabee Ladies of the W B A of Matababees held a pleasant session at the M W A hall. Miss Bernice Herring, Miss Beatrice Herring, and Mrs Harry Reel were inducted. Officers elected for the year include Commander Mrs Anna Pink Lieutenant Commander Mrs Fern McMaken as Commander Mrs Lara Adams Chaplain Mrs Ora Mumm Record Keeper Miss Mary Peterson Lady at Arms Mrs Ida Conner Sergeant Mrs Emma McMahen Captain Mrs Rose Pickett. Tea and refreshments followed.

Woolneednar W. RB. A Matcabees Bernice Beatrice Herring Harry Reel Alan Anna Pink Fern McMaken Lara Adams Ora Mumm Mary Peterson Ida Conner Emma McMahen Rose Pickett

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