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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1927

Page

2

Local Notices Highlight Reunions And Seasonal Activities

Alvo report notes Elmer Rosenow finding a lame duck on his Lincoln trip. Oris Dock family to spend winter in Los Angeles driving leisurely. Attorney C. D. Ganz visited Lexington and Lincoln on court matters. Lyle Miller hosts a family reunion and farewell for Archie Miller heading to California. Bible school class hosts farewell for Mrs Archie Miller. R. M. Deatman unveils Christmas department with Miss Mita Mullen guiding shoppers. Methodist Ladies Aid elects Audrey Stromer president, W. L. Copple vice president, L. Muier secretary, Arthur Dinges treasurer.

Elmer Rosenow Lincoln Oris Dock Los Angeles C. D. Ganz Lexington Lyle Miller Afr Archie Miller California Bible School J. D. Foreman West R. M. Deatman Mita Mullen Mita Ladies Aid Society Methodist Church Joe Armstrong Amstrong Audrey Stromer

Rosenow family relocates post office and home in Alvo

Mrs Pauline Rosenow appointed acting postmaster and permission granted to move the office to a room east of the Alvo bank. The adjacent space will be converted into living rooms for Mr and Mrs Elmer Rosenow who will reside there. Joe Armstrong handles decorating and painting duties.

Pauline Rosenow Alvo Bank Elmer Rosenow Joe Armstrong

Hearing Draws Crowd From Alvo For Charles Meyers Bankruptcy

A large turnout from Alvo and nearby areas traveled to Lincoln on Friday December 9 for the hearing in the voluntary bankruptcy case of Charles Meyers. Local residents attending included Mr and Mrs Charles Meyer Simon Rehmeyer Paul Sutton Charles Ayres R M Cosatman C D Ganz Elmer Roy and Earl Bennett and F E Dickerson.

Alvo Lincoln Charles Meyers Charles Meyer Simon Rehmeyer Paul Sutton Charles Ayres R. M. Cosatman C.D. Ganz Elmer Roy and Earl Bennett F. E. Dickerson

Miller Family Heads West to Seek Fresh Home

Archie Miller loaded goods for shipment to the west last Friday and on Saturday left with his family in their car. They intend to travel toward the land where the sun goes down and establish a new home there.

Archie Miller

Mrs Hattie Lovitt Undergoes Lincoln Hospital Operation

Mrs Hattie Lovitt daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry J Miller underwent an operation at a Lincoln hospital for relief and is reported to be getting along nicely since. Mr John Wood attended the operation and Mesdames Wood and Lovitt are sisters.

Hattie Lovitt Henry J. Miller Lincoln John Wood Mesdames Wood and Lovitt

Fourth Class Post Master Examination in Nebraska

Receipt of applications closes December 28, 1927. Exam held in Lincoln to certify for the fourth class postmaster vacancy at Alma Nebraska and possible others. Applicants must be 21 to 64, reside in the post office territory, and be U.S. citizens. Application blanks and details available from Alma postmaster or the U.S. Civil Service Commission.

United States Civil Service Commission Lincoln Nebraska Alvno United States Washington, D. C

For Sale Lancred White Leghorn Hens and Pallets

H. A. Reeve of Elmwood Nebraska advertising sale of a banc of pallets and yearling White Leghorn hens of the Lancred strain available now.

H. A. Reeve Elmwood Nebr

Christmas Cards Display at Bates Book and Gift Shop

The Bates Book and Gift Shop showcases a selection of Christmas cards and seasonal gifts. Shoppers find greetings for family friends and colleagues amidst festive wrapping supplies and seasonal decor.

The Bates Book & Gift Shop

Republicans Move Toward Kansas City Convention Plans

Washington dispatch reports the Republican National Committee began shaping a June convention in Kansas City with talk of Charles Evans Hughes as temporary chairman and a keynote speaker role. Officials debate candidates with Hoover, Dawes, and Lowden favored, Coolidge largely out of the running. The committee, led by Butler, plans housing talks and designates David W. Mulvaney to represent the Kansas delegation in negotiations.

Washington Republican Party Kansas City Charles Evans Hughes Republican National Committee Butler President Coolidge Hughes Grain Belt Coolidge Hoover Dawes Frank O. Lowden Curtis Kansas Willis Ohio New Davis War Department Work Commerce White House David W. Mulvane State Journal

Diplomatic Reception at White House Hosted by the Coolidges

The Coolidges hosted the annual White House diplomatic reception with the governor general of Canada and Viscountess Willingdon as prominent guests. The event drew the full Washington diplomatic corps, cabinet officers, and military officials, with 1500 guests greeting the President and Mrs. Coolidge amid a formal, colorful display.

Washington Dec White House Canada Viscountess Willingdon Navy United States Marine Band

Matching Dollars Plan for County Township Roads Adopted

Hall county board approves a "matching dollars" program to finance township roads. The county will cover half the cost if townships pay the other half, with maintenance transferred after construction meets county specs. The plan, backed by highway officials, faced opposition from Washington township but was deemed legal by County Attorney Joseph.

Grand Island Neb Dec. S Hall County Board Washington Township Union Pacific American Beet Sugar Company Joseph

Mellon for Presidency

In a signed World article William Randolph Hearst argues Andrew Mellon, then treasury secretary, is the outstanding Republican figure and best qualified for the presidency, based on service to party and country. He is described as the leading figure for the Republican nomination.

New York Dec.s Willian Randolph Herrst Will Andrew Mellon Treasury Melton

All the News in the Journal Ad Promotes Men’s Gifts

An ad in the Journal urges readers not to take their watch to a blacksmith and to buy “HIS” gifts from a local men’s store. The brief promotional note emphasizes practical gifts for men and highlights shop offerings.

Social Workers Flower Club Meets December 14 at Mrs Gayer Home

The Social Workers Flower club holds its regular meeting on Wednesday December 14 at the home of Mrs H L Gayer with Mrs Ketelhut assisting hostess. All members urged to attend.

The Social Workers Flower Club H. L Gayer Ketelhut

Poultry and Pallets for Sale in Mynard Nebraska

White Wyandotte cockrels in Martin-Fisher strains and a few pallets offered by Lola Oldham route 1 Mynard Nebraska.

Martin-Fisher Lola Oldham Mynard Neb

Sock Gifts Tout for Xmas Hosiery Bargains

There is one gift that always hits something useful and no man has too many of. Interwoven stockings are praised for wear and smart patterns this Christmas. The stock cannot be excelled with Lisle in all colors at 3 for $1.00. Silk and Lisle fancy 50c to 75c, cashmeres 50c, silk and wool 50c to 75c.

Local News Highlights From South Bend Area

Mr. B. I. Dill and son Oscar drove to Lincoln Monday. Several residents visited relatives and friends over Sunday including the Reinke, Roeber, Monney, Trenary, Carnicle, Thieman and Carnicle families in Nebraska. A mail plane flew from Omaha to Cheyenne but landed near the Dill farm due to heavy snow and low clouds, aided by flares and searchlights to guide the landing.

B. IF. Dill Oscar Lincoln Paul Reinke Hrman Tieman L. J. Roeber Hert Monney Minnie Trenary Irvin Jacos Carnicle Jacob Carnicte Mary Omaha Eida Thieman Wm. Schutz Conrad Reinke Weaver Ruth Carnicle Yutan Jake Herbert Heldt E. Starzenegger la Angeles Alfons Florence Winger Mary McGinness Emma Calder Bert Winger Berge DeWitt Mite E. Richardson Judd Weaver Mitchell 5. D Ben Weerver Minatare Neb Elster Livres L. B. Lackey W. P. Hutchson Will Perry E. B Hutchson Plattemouth William Oliver Oliver Henry Stander and Meadow Albertine Kupke John Kupke Afr Cheyenne

Santa Claus to Soon Greet the Children Here

Santa Claus will visit Plattsmouth on Saturday December 17 following an Omaha gathering that drew many children. The event includes greetings by city and county officers and organizational representatives, plus the official presentation of city keys to Santa.

Santa Claus Omaha Santa Court House Plattsmouth Northland

Sewing Wanted for Comforts and Mending

Plain sewing needed with mending and comforts tied. Mrs. Everett Cool men at Lincoln Avenue near George Perry residence. 10-314.

Everett Coolmen Lineceln Ave George Perry

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