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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1931

Page

8

Schneider Is Free Again For Germany Trip

Omaha man Schneider freed to pursue fortune in Germany after returning $890 loan to landlady Mrs. Hoffman. He promised repayment with $250 interest in 90 days and to fund travel with inheritance claims believed to total $190,000. Arrest caused him to miss his sailboat to Europe. He had $800 owed and $200 of his own money at arrest.

Omaha Hermann Schneider Germany Schneider New York Charles Hoffman Old Country Scneider

Personalize Your Christmas Card at Bates Book & Gift Shop

A Christmas card message of friendship and goodwill can be made personal by adding your name or engraving. Bates Book & Gift Shop offers a wide array of handsome designs to choose from.

Bates Book & Gift Shop Bates

City Basketball Team Edges Plattsmouth In Narrow Finish

The Co I 168th infantry Glenwood squad, featuring former Glenwood High stars led by Hatcher, defeated Plattsmouth alumni 20 to 19 at Glenwood Armory in a thriller. Plattsmouth held a 15 to 9 halftime edge before Glenwood surged to lead 19 to 17 late, with Osterholm scoring the winning basket after a late Jon Turner foul.

Glenwood Co. I 168Th Infantry Hatcher G. H Plattsmouth Platters Oserholm Turner Platter Osterholm Nebraskans Galloway McCleary Svoboda McCrary Wiles Trivers lHateher Sivan

Santa Parade Heads to Plattsmouth Street Route

Santa and his party plan a unique entrance in Plattsmouth with two full Alaskan and Siberian dog teams in tandem. A bicycle corps of about 30 boys and a Boy Scout bugler unit will escort the procession down Main Street from 6th to the depot. Names of the bicycle escort will appear in Monday's paper.

Santa Plattsmouth Washington Chicago Avenue Main Street 6Th Depot

Santa at Seattle from the bicycle corps letter

A Seattle letter from December 11, 1931, to Plattsmouth Journal describes Seattle as hilly and busy with ships visiting, notes travel to Helena, Montana, and mentions the bicycle corps and fast dogs. The writer asks about Claudie Smith and recalls filling a stocking in Wahoo.

Seattle Wash Plattsmouth Nebr United States Helena Mont Claudie Smith Wahoo

Miss Henrietta Martens Returns to California

Miss Henrietta Martens departed Thursday for San Francisco after being summoned by her mother's death. She trained as a nurse in Omaha then worked in San Francisco, including the Southern Pacific hospital, and recently visited old friends during her return.

Henrietta Martens Augusta Martens San Francisco Miss Martens Omaha Southern Pacific

Married at Court House in Council Bluffs

The marriage of Miss Iva Maybelle Benedict and Charles W. Whight of Council Bluffs Iowa occurred Thursday afternoon at the County Judge A H Duxbury's office. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr and Mrs C J Bowes of Council Bluffs.

Iva Maybelle Benedict Charles W. Whight Council Bluffs Iowa A. H. Duxbury C. J. Bowes

Louisville Pioneer Reaches 100 Years of Age

On Monday December 14 William A. Johnson a pioneer resident of Louisville and former marshal will observe his one hundredth birthday. He lives with his daughter Mrs Rose Bender at 5807 South 20th Street Omaha and enjoys visits from old Louisville friends. Johnson recalls pioneer days and neighbors from the former cement city.

William A. Johnson Louisville Johnson Rose Bender South 20Th Street Omaha Cement City

Samit of Rosewater Firms Versus Louisville Bridge Co Verdict

The district court terminated the case on Friday afternoon with a verdict for plaintiffs.jurors deliberated briefly and awarded 1100 dollars on a 2792.88 fee claim. Judge Begley postponed the jury panel until Monday for John Bond versus Mercury Insurance Co. trial.

Samit Rosewater Mecham, Burton, Hasselquist & Chew Omaha Louisville Bridge Co District Court

Riester Returns From Visit Aiding In Accident Recovery

Mrs. Frank Riester of near Manley came home after aiding her parents Mr. and Mrs. John Scheel, hurt in an automobile accident six weeks ago. Mrs. Scheel relapsed but has since improved. the family reports they are now doing well and hope for full recovery.

Frank Riester Manley Murdock John Scheel Louisville Courier

Mrs Alice Eaton Confined After Severe Fall

Long time city resident Mrs. Alice Eaton is confined to her home following a severe fall a few days ago. She is living with her daughter Mrs. F L Cummins and the shock has required her to remain quiet for some time.

Alice Eaton Eaton F. L. Cummins

Local Plattsmouth Shops Offer Christmas Value

Plattsmouth stores provide competitive deals and keep prices steady during Christmas, unlike many city retailers. Read the paper’s ads and shop locally where money stays in circulation.

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Schoolmen's Club of County Holds Meeting

The Cass County School Mens club met at Plattsmouth High School with twenty five men present. Supt J H Adee of Eagle is president and Supt S M Leger of Elmwood secretary. An east west basketball game went to the east side by a small margin and a later volley ball contest also favored the east. Oyster stew was served by the Home Economics department. The next meeting will be in January at Avoca.

Cass County Plattsmouth High School J. H. Adee Eagle S. M. Leger Elmwood Sammy Patterson R. F. Patterson Plattsmouth Avoca

Santa Resting in Helena on Mile High Drive

A reflective note from Santa’s journey through Helena Montana dated Saturday December 12 describes resting in the Rockies and planning a return trip toward Cheyenne with wheels on sleds, hoping for snow by Wednesday and asking Cass county children to line Main Street for a welcome. Frankie Bester is mentioned as ill and wished well.

Helena Mont Plattsmouth Nebr Montana Rocky Mountains Cheyenne Wye Cass County Frankie Bester

WILL OPEN OFFICE FOR RELIEF CAMPAIGN HEADQUARTERS

William M. Barclay will open an office as the relief campaign headquarters. E J Richey owner of Hotel Riley donated basement room for Barclay to use. Campaign funds are still being raised as Barclay plans activities for administering relief work.

William M. Barclay Associated Charities E. J. Richey Riley

Santa Claus Arrives In Town With Schools Dismissed

Distell of BREX shops pledges cooperation with Santa Claus committee to announce his arrival by siren. Main Street between 6th and depot will host Santa. city schools dismiss for children to greet Santa on Wednesday December 16th.

Mr. Distell BREX Santa Claus Committee Santa Main Street

1932 Auto and Trailer License Plates Available

Notice to truces and auto owners advises that 1932 auto license plates are at the county treasurer’s office and ready for pickup. Truck and trailer plates will not be distributed until December 20, with trailer fees set at $2 for under 1000 pounds and $4 for 1000 pounds and over. John E. Turner county treasurer.

John E. Turner Lsw

For Sale Note Secured by Farm Mortgage Near Plattsmouth

For sale a note of six thousand dollars secured by a first mortgage on a 160 acre farm ten miles southwest of Plattsmouth. The note will sell on a six percent basis. Write or call on John M. Leyda.

S. W Plattsmouth John M. Leyda

Christmas Cards with Individualistic Charm at Bates Book Shop

Bates Book and Gift Shop offers a large assortment of Christmas cards designed with individualistic charm suitable for remembrances to friends. Printed options include many unique styles for personal greetings this season.

Bates Book & Gift Shop

Plattsmouth Boys Beat Bellevue 24 to 9 in Season Opener

Plattsmouth high school quintet opened the season with a 24 to 9 victory over Bellevue. Robert Rummel led scorers with 10 points as the Platters built a 15 to 4 halftime lead. Starting lineup included Arn, Rummel, Donat, Forbes, Knoflicek, Maynard McCleary, Ronne, and Robinson. Next week Louisville visit for a fast home game.

Plattsmouth High School Bellevue High School Althe Platter Platters Robert Rummel Blue and White Arn and Rummel Donat Forbes and Knoflicek Maynard McCleary Bill Ronne Robinson Louisville

Western wheat still in need of moisture

Lincoln December 11 Despite a four inch snow the western Nebraska winter wheat is 50 percent damaged due to drought. PD M Felton assistant secretary of agriculture and Ogallala resident said the long dry period left soil parched and melting snow offered little relief. He warned losses may exceed 50 percent in some areas.

Lincoln Nebraska Dreath PD. M. Felton Ogallala

Hitler barred from broadcasting eight thousand word address

Berlin reports Adolf Hitler, Germany’s fascist leader, attempted to reach the United States with a broadside against Chancellor Bruening. Authorities forbidden the broadcast citing the Christmas truce on political agitation and censorship.

Berlin Adolf Hitler Germany America Bruening Reich United States London Atlantic Hitler Brueninge von Hindenburg

McCloud Announces Run For National Committeeman

C A McCloud of York Republican committeeman announces re election bid for national post. He outlines the two thirds of GOP voters needed across districts and estimates 7000 plus voters required. Dietz of Omaha declines to run. McCloud notes a committeeman travels nationally at personal expense. Also listed are Nebraska Republican candidates for committeewoman Mrs Cameron and Mrs Lord of Omaha and Mrs Peterson of Falls City.

A. McCloud York Capitol Gould Dietz Omaha McCloud United States Cameron Lord Peterson Falls City Nebraska

Christmas Cards at Bates Book and Gift Shop

Christmas cards for every purse at the Bates Book and Gift Shop. Make your selections early.

Bates Book & Gift Shop

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