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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1931
Page
4
Miss Mildred Shepard visits Edinwood and several families host guests in Greenwood. A week sees six crashes on local roads. Mrs. Bernard Grady breaks ankle. Guild plans hazel and stuffing event. Rebetah Lodge officers elected. church events and a home visit by Mrs Leighton noted.
Robert Nelson, son of Mr and Mrs Glen Nelson, Greenwood student, was fatally injured when struck by a truck while crossing a highway near Mein Street. He died several days later after being taken to a Lincoln hospital. The funeral was held in Aurora.
Greenwood residents mourn the death of young Robert while city officials praise the welfare efforts of a watchman at Main Street crossing. The family receives broad sympathy from the community for their loss.
Noah Lovens recently completed hospital treatment at University Hospital in Omaha for stomach ulcers. He returned home last week and reports notable health gains, having gained about twenty pounds since starting the treatment.
E L McDonald has persistent back and side pain after numerous exams. Doctors suspected a gastric issue at the stomach opening and began a special diet as the initial treatment. Friends hope he recovers soon.
Arthur Stewart, long-time resident of Greenwood, plans to shift from uncertain employment to farming. He offers to exchange his Greenwood home for farming equipment if a suitable opportunity arises, hoping farming provides steadier income despite a strong home.
Everett Hartsock has arrived home after an appendectomy and a hospital stay. He reports good recovery and feeling much improved since leaving the hospital.
Albert Erhredgee and his dog visit the Cart family at their home in Heesamville Iowa for a Christmas gathering. Mrs. Cart is the daughter of Br. Erhredge and Mr. Net, who will be pleased to host friends during the holiday season.
Bernard Chadr visited by health staff after an injury in a yard incident. She was carried to Lincoln Hospital for care following a fall from unstable equipment and remains under treatment as healing continues.
A group including S S Petersen Husten Welle George Meyer Gedree Triakenbols and George Buckroll borrowed Mr Meyers truck and traveled to the country for a tree. They found a tall one after difficulties and placed it at the street intersection near the bank to decorate Greenwood through the holidays.
The Greenwood Women's Club met Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. R. E. Mathews. President Mrs Hughes led the session. Members discussed a milk project aiding fourteen underweight children, reviewed Good Times or the Gold Standard, and heard a Christmas tale. High school girls sang carols and Mrs. Webb spoke on China and the Manchurian Situation. A Christmas party is planned for December 16 with a gift tree.
The Busy Bees of the M. E. church met at Mrs. C. F. Peters home for officer elections and social time. Velma Walradt was elected president, Minnie Palmquist vice president, Lucile Leesley secretary-treasurer. Retiring officers were Anna Hurlbut and Janica Compton. Eight class members were present. Mildred Shepard of Elmwood attended as special guest.
On last Thursday afternoon the L C Kensington club was entertained by Mrs Everett Cope at her home. Six tables were in use, suggesting a social bridge gathering with friendly competition and refreshments.
Mrs E L McDonald won high and Mrs R E Mathews second high in a social event. Guest prize went to Ars G W Holt. Mrs Leonard Dardine and Mrs Arthur Ander cou attended as guests. Refreshments followed. Next meeting set for December 19 a Christ party with Mrs P L Hall as hostess.
The Sins's Daughters Sunday school class met with Mrs. Ray Rouse last Friday afternoon. Attendance was recorded and new officers were elected: Mrs. Sigmi Serman president, Mrs. Mable Newkirk vice president, Mrs. Ada Mathews secretary, Mrs. Edna Miller treasurer. Games were played and prizes won by Nesdames Smith and Milles. Lawver y refreshments were served.
The case against Pete Bueth and co-defendants Al fonso and William Weles was dismissed by County Attorney W. G. Hieck on Wednesday. The incident reportedly occurred near Greenwood at Minder when the Welsh Brothers entered Sit, Batacls, sparking a quarrel before authorities intervened.
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