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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1919
Page
6
The fuel committee in Omaha lifts the theater ban amid strike easing and fuel relief. The order allows theaters and amusement venues to operate evening performances, affecting churches and retailers as well.
An ad promotes painting services to refresh an older vehicle with a new coat of paint. It invites owners to transform their car’s appearance and restore its showroom appeal.
The city restores Sunday service hours for churches and retail stores and increases streetcar operation as bans are lifted. The Omaha fuel committee reversed its stance without explanation, while local fuel regulations remain unchanged for a few days. Wood usage has eased coal shortages with no resident suffering noted.
One of the chief sufferers during the coal shortage is Seivers custodian of the court house. He used to keep the building warm easily but now struggles to feed the furnace with wood and maintain heat. His other office duties add to the grind with few restful minutes in the day.
Funeral services for Adam Kaffenberger were held at St. Pauls Evangelical Church amid cold weather. Rev. Robert Kunsendorf led the service with Rev. J H Steger ill, the body laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery. A letter from Wilbur S Leete praises Episcopal Church reforms and asks for publication.
In a December 13 1919 letter from Plattsmouth Rev W S Letter defends the local Episcopal church against a Journal article about a bishops committee described as a Vatican style reform. He rejects inaccuracies and asks for proper light on the matter.
Mrs John Kaffenberger of this city is at Immanuel hospital in Omaha with an attack of gall stones requiring surgery. Mr Kaffenberger visited today as friends across the county hope for a swift recovery and return home.
Car of No 1 Prairie Hay offered at 1.20 dollars per bale by Ed Ripple & Co. Call and see it at the listed phone number 124.
Operators claim the government proposal to end the bituminous strike is not a real settlement but a postponement. They accuse officials of meddling and say the public and operators have been handed to the United Mine Workers of America.
On a Saturday scene the business streets echo with horse and bob sled travel as residents from nearby districts bring families along in roomy sleds. The sight, rare in recent years, draws much attention and fills hitching posts and the livery with farm teams.
The Journal office advertises its line of Christmas cards featuring engraved name plates. It urges customers to place orders early to ensure delivery. Engravers are busy during the Christmas rush and late orders may be returned.
For sale a Ford one ton worm drive truck with cab grain box and stock rack. Also a used Dodge touring car. Contact J. F. Gorder Plattsmouth.
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