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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1933

Page

5

Farley Declares Dollar Sound in Paris Visit

James A. Farley United States postmaster general in Paris on vacation reassured American businessmen that the dollar is sound and praised President Roosevelt’s handling of monetary issues. He argued Roosevelt knows more about critics’ aims than they know about his plans. The American club members dubbed themselves “the most forgotten men in Christendom” after the dollar’s fall against the franc.

Paris James A. Farley United States Roosevelt American Club Christendom

New Counsel Appointed for Martin in Preston Murder Case

District Judge Haper named James Leyda and Frank Hebenstein as attorneys for Sam Martin a 78 year old Preston trapper charged with first degree murder in the Margrave family slayings. Trial set for December 19, following a postponement from December 14 after John Mullen withdrew.

Falls City Neb Haper James Leyda Frank Hebenstein San Salvador Sam” Martin Preston Trapper James T. Margrave Martin William Mercrave Preston John Mullen

NO POST FOR BENSON

The executive committee of the Nebraska department of the American Legion denied the Benson division of the Omaha post a separate charter after brief deliberation. Leonard Hammes presented testimony in favor of the Benson veterans.

Grand Island Nebraska Department of the American Legion Benson Division Omaha Post of the Legion Leonard Hammes Benson

Showing Improvement Of Local Woman After Surgery

Mrs. Arthur Schroeder of Omaha, daughter of Mr and Mrs George Barr, is improving at the Lutheran hospital after an appendectomy and related complications. The Barrs were in Omaha today to visit their daughter.

Arthur Schroeder Omaha George Barr Lutheran Hospital

Davis Family Visits Old Friends in Murray Area

Mr and Mrs I M Davis of Lincoln spent the day visiting old time friends in this area and at Murray. They were guests at the home of Mr and Mrs C R Troop, Troop being Mrs Davis aunt. The Davises lived near Murray for many years and have many warm friends in Cass county.

I. M. Davis Lincoln Murray C. R. Troop Davis Cass County

Sheriff's Robe Stolen From Vehicle Near Jail

Sheriff Homer Sylvester reports the loss of a car robe taken from his parked car near the county jail and the sheriff’s residence. The theft was discovered this morning. the thief fled with the robe and no clues are given. The sheriff requests its return.

Homer Sylvester

Post Office in Cut Off Nebraska Is Closed

Agee Neb post office discontinued as part of government economy move. Mrs P J Lansworth served as postmistress since opening fifty two years ago and remained at the window to process the final order. She raised and educated eleven children while tending to ranch duties.

Agee, Neb P. J. Lansworth

Cass Camp Elects Officers for Coming Year

Cass Camp No. 332 M. W. A. at its regular meeting elected officers for the ensuing year. Consul Herbert A. Nelson led the list with W A Glen Rhoades as W A and H F Goos as Secretary. Ed Gabelman was banker, M L Chancellor escort, Gustaf O Weiss watchman, Harry M Stodola sentry, A J Snyder trustee, and Dr. R P Westover physician. Deputy Finnefrock reports active recruitment, with 21 new members added from B and M Camp No 645 of Omaha. oysters were served after the meeting and initiation was discussed with urging attendance.

Herbert A. Nelson W. A Glen Rhoades H. F. Goos Ed Gabelman M. L. Chancellor Gustaf O. Weiss Harry M. Stodola A. J. Snyder R. P. Westover E. Finnefrock

Royal Neighbors Elect Officers for Year

The local camp of the Royal Neighbors of America named officers for the ensuing year at their meeting this week. Emma Kaffenberger was chosen oracle, Minnie Renner vice oracle, Rose Sulser chancellor, Sadie Jones recorder, Freda Stbai receiver, Louise Klinger marshal, Emma McMaken pastoracle, Pearl Meisinger inner sentinel, Louise Tritsch outer sentinel, Elizabeth Buttery manager, Dolly Hudson musician, Dr. Westover physician. Lunch followed, served by Louise Klinger, Emma McMahon, and Jessie Klinger.

Royal Neighbors of America Emma Kaffenberger Oracle Minnie Renner Rose Sulser Sadie Jones Freda Stbai Louise Klinger Emma McMaken Pastoracle Pearl Meisinger Inner Sentinel Louise Tritsch Outer Sentinel Elizabeth Buttery Dolly Hudson Westover Emma McMahen Jessie Klinger

Postmaster General opposes Reed amendment on liquor ads

Joseph C. O'Mahoney acting postmaster general and Wyoming senator designate says the Reed amendment is unenforceable and should be repealed. He notes that newspapers and magazines carrying liquor ads can reach dry states by express or truck deliveries outside the mails.

Washington Joseph C. O’mahoney Wyoming

Bandits Hold Up Odrian Bank Near Buckhannon

In Buckhannon West Virginia two well dressed men robbed the Odrian suburban bank of 1300 dollars. One robber was killed by a shot from a bank cashier Hill Stump as they fled in a fleecing car. A card found with the dead man identified John Malik of Detroit. The surviving suspect claimed to be Lee Hawkins also of Detroit. Police recovered the money.

Buckhannon W. Va Odrian Hill Stump Bank Cacthier John Malik Detroit Lee Hawkins

City orders halt ambulance sirens in traffic

Kansas City city manager H F McElroy issued a rule banning ambulance sirens and requiring drivers to stop at traffic signals after a conference with health officials. Dr J H Jennett, superintendent of the general hospital, said the change will not reduce efficiency.

Kansas City H. F. McElroy J. H. Jennectt The General Hospital

Scrap for Bank Jobs at Omaha is Warming Up

More than 500 farmers bankers and political leaders from Nebraska Iowa Wyoming and South Dakota attend the eighth federal land bank district reorganization in Omaha. Formal organization of the production credit bank and the cooperative bank is completed as temporary officers Hogan Carmody Kopperud take posts. The permanent officers will be announced after Myers returns to Washington likely after December 20. Contenders for district coordinator and general agent include L Oscar Challman Cheyenne E R Heaton Yankton SD Doughton Grand River IA and J P Doughton is viewed as a possible dark horse if a deadlock arises between Challman and Heaton. The general agent will coordinate the federal land bank intermediate credit bank production credit corporation and the Bank for Cooperatives.

Omaha Nebraska Iowa Wyoming South Dakota Farm Credit Service Eighth Federal Land Bank District William I. Myers Farm Credit Administration Production Credit Bank Co-Operative Bank D. P. Hogan John C. Carmody Andrew Kopperud The Land Bank Myers Washington M Myers L. Oscar Challman Cheyenne E. R. Heaton Yankton Ss. D. Chapman O'Mahoney Arthur Mullen Thompson Heaton Berry W. W. Howes Senator Bulow Senator Murphy J. P. Douchton Grand River Doughton Chailman Federal Land Bank Intermediate Credit Bank Production Credit Corporation Bank For Co-operatives

Proud couple welcome two little daughters in Groff home

Mr and Mrs Car Groff rejoice over the arrival of two fine daughters Monday. Both mother and babies are doing nicely. The event brings happiness to the family and the little girls inspire admiration.

Car

Seed Prices for Clover and Alfalfa From Johnson Bros Neb City

Johnson Bros Neb City advertises scarified sweet clover and alfalfa with prices: Fancy Northern Sweet Clover at 3.25 per bushel, 99 percent purity, 92 percent germ. Alfalfa at 7 per bushel. Red River Ohips sacks at 1.50. Down payment 1 per bushel with balance on delivery. Clover timothy also offered.

Red River Johnson Bros Neb

Flying as cold cure proposed by Dr. Haldor Carlson

Dr. Haldor Carlson suggests an airplane flight as a possible cure for the common cold. He notes that pilots and others with aviation exposure have long believed that high altitude flight can alleviate cold symptoms.

Chicago Haldor Carlson

Sows on Shares Pure Bred Poland-China Offer

Pure bred spotted Poland China sows available for share investments. Interest and inquiries directed to John Stricklett at Florence Station Omaha.

Poland China John Stricklett Florence Station Omaha

Relief grants total to Nebraska and others approved

Washington reports emergency relief grants totaling 2.15 million dollars were authorized by Harry L. Hopkins. Tennessee receives 500000, Florida 1250000, Nebraska 150000, Virginia 250000.

Washington Harry L. Hopkins Tennessee Florida Nebraska Virginia

Face Sides Reveal Hidden Character Says Scientist

A scientist claims the left side of the face reveals hidden character while the right side shows outward self presentation. The piece questions which facial side betrays truth about a person’s inner state and if observations can expose the supposed fifth heart in the hole.

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