Lincoln visitors and pre Christmas shop trips noted
Miss Catherine Reinke and Sue Mockenhaupt visited Lincoln Monday of last week to attend to business. Lillian Tighe spent the weekend with sisters in Omaha before returning home. John Murphy and Paul Murphy visited Omaha for pre Christmas shopping. August Krecklow delivered cattle to farmers and returned via Plattsmouth. Oris and Arnold Schilefert shopped in Omaha to beat the holiday rush. W J Rau George Ratt and Sue Mockenhaupt visited Omaha and toured the WOW studio. Herman Rauth, a district court juror, returns home to work on the corn crop. Ernest Pankonin delivered a daily load to W J Philpot’s feed yard, where grinding corn cob mix feeds cattle for a balanced ration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Murphy
Paul Murphy
Omaha
August Krecklow
Plattsmouth
Messrs and
Mesdames Oris
Arnold Schilefert
W. J. Rau
George Ratt
Sue Mockenhaupt
WOW
Herman Rauth
District Court
Ernest Pankonin
W. J. Philpot
Mr. Philpot
Navy couple reunites after Pacific voyage and travel
Arthur Mockenhaupt of the Pacific fleet married a young woman from the western region. She stayed behind during the fleet’s voyage via the Panama Canal and later joined relatives in Omaha before continuing to Los Angeles to reunite with him in the west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Mockenhaupt
Navy
Pacific Fleet
Atlantic
Panama Canal
Arthur
Omaha
Walter Mockenhaupt
Manley
Los Angeles
Mrs. Krecklow Wiles Undergoes Appendicitis Operation
Mrs. Amanda Krecklow Wiles with husband traveled to Lincoln last week and entered Bryan Memorial hospital for an appendicitis operation. She recovered well and is reported to be progressing satisfactorily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Wiles
Amanda Krecklow
Lincoln
Bryan Memorial Hospital
Nebraska Bonded Indebtedness Status Noted
Nebraska remains among a few states without bonded indebtedness as of the latest report, highlighting its fiscal stance and debt absence compared with peers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Old Friends Urge W G Kieck for Dist Judge
In Sarpy county residents press for Cass County attorney W G Kieck to run for the second judicial district judgeship. Springfield Monitor notes Kieck, a Springfield native, would rally support there and in Sarpy county, citing his four consecutive terms and his strong office record though he has not declared candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Kieck
Cass County
Second Judicial District
Sarpy County
Bill
Springfield
Legion
Springfield Monitor
Kieck
Kr. Kieck
Young People Wed In Nehawka Tekamah Nuptials
Miss Maurine Dishey of Nehawka married Mr. Charles L. Davis of Tekamah Nebraska at St Paul's Evangelical Church. Attendants were Dorothy Davis and Arlis Kinning of Tekamah. The bride, a Nehawka native and 1924 graduate, has led community musical efforts and conducted the Disney orchestra. The newlyweds left for Tekamah for a reception and plan a brief stay with the bride's parents, amid Mr and Mrs Davis Sr marking 25 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurine Dishey
Nehawka
Charles L. Davis
Tekamah
Nebraska
G. A. Pahl
St. Paul's Evangelical Church
Dorothy Davis
Arlis Kinning
Disney Orchestra
Davis
Mike Disney
Resignation of Cuba President Carlos Mendieta
President Carlos Mendieta resigns amid criticism he blocked a national election. The move throws Cuba into political disorder and leads to a provisional government. The original election date of December 15 is postponed to January 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlos Mendieta
Cuba
Missionary Societies Hold Joint Meeting
The Foreign and Home departments of the Methodist Woman's Missionary Society met at Mrs. R. B. Hayes's home for a joint session. The gathering featured devotionals by Mrs. W. C. Wright, Christmas offerings with red stockings, and a program including a three part song and a play entitled Grannie Receives a Vision. Mrs. Cora Downs Stevens of Connecticut will visit Dec 15 for an evening church service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foreign and Home Departments
Methodist Woman's Missionary Society
R. B. Hayes
Foreign Department
W. C. Wright
Kings
Cora Downs Stevens
Connecticut
Niley R Wiles Dies After Long Illness at 54
Niley Russell Wiles 54 a Plattsmouth native who lived near the city and in Weeping Water died Sunday morning December at 3 o clock after more than two years of illness. He leaves wife Stella, siblings Bessie Tilson, Harry, William Malcolm, Benjamin, John, Myrtle and his parents predeceased him. Funeral held December 10 at Hobson funeral home with Rev Joseph Persell Mennonite Church delivering the sermon and Miss Eleanor Lane with Miss Rhoda Persell singing That City Four Square and We ll Never Say Goodbye.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niley Russell Wiles
John Wiles
Plattsmouth
Jesus
Stella
Bessie Tilson
Mynard
Harry W. Wiles
Union
William Malcolm
Benjamin
Plaitsmouth
Murray
Myrtle
Hobson Funeral Home
Joseph Persell
Mennonite Church
Eleanor Lane
Rhoda Persell Sans
Four Square
Harold Baker
Ickes Awards Contract for Seminole Dam Project
Secretary Ickes awards the Seminole dam and power plant contract in Wyoming to a Morrison-Knudsen company Utah Construction Winston Brothers consortium bid totaling 2 759 804 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Seminole
Wyoming
Ickes
Morrison-Knudsen Company, Inc
Boise
Ida
Utah Construction — Company
Ogden
Utah
Winston Brothers Company
Minneapolis
Local Notes From Wabash County This Week
Carpenter Leslie Bosworth assists with storm door installation at Mr. and Mrs. Fred Towle home. Mrs. W. T. Richards has been ill at home. Frank Marshall deliveries corn from Wabash to Leslie Wiles near Weeping Water for cattle feed. Seed man Ray Frederick visited Wabash for seed corn business in June. Ralph Doorj completed corn harvest with good yield despite soft kernels. Uncle H. P. Hinds visited daughter Mrs. W. L. Copple, then returned to Alvo. Bert Barden’s car broke down en route to Lincoln for the Christmas parade. he and John Woods repaired it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Marshall
Wabash
Leslie Wiles
Weeping Water
Wiles
Ray Frederick
Iune
Ralph Door J
H. P. Hinds
W. L. Copple
Alvo
Lincoln
Bert Barden
John Woods
Ready for Corn Planting by J. E. Golden and Son
J. E. Golden and his son Noell prepared seed corn for spring. They selected ripe ears, dried them, and tested germination at 93 percent. They added 15 bushels from the 1933 crop and feel they still lack sufficient seed.
Seed Corn Grading Focus in Wabash by Weideman
A J Weideman formerly of Greenwood now with Frederick Seed Co of Nebraska City Murray district spent the past week in Wabash overseeing grading and culling of 2500 bushels of seed corn. Farmers here worry over seed quality for next spring as much of 1925 crop is unfit and demand may exceed supply at planting time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Weideman
Greenwood
Frederick Seed Company
Nebraska
Murray
Wabash
Richards Accepts Contract for Gravel Stakes Production
Warren T. Richard has taken a contract to manufacture a large batch of grade stakes for a Lincoln firm. The stakes will show gravel depth on highways. Richards hauled logs to the saw mill at Weeping Water, cut to the desired site by Forest R. Cunningham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren T. Richard
Lincoln
Mr. Richards
Weeping Water
Forest R. Cunningham
Mrs McCoy Sent to Hospital for Treatment
Mrs McCoy of Wabash has been taken to a hospital for care after a long illness. Her husband earned only part time corn work and could not cover costs, so the community arranged to care for their eight children across five homes during her absence. The act is praised as humanitarian and worthy of commendation, with hopes for a speedy recovery and return home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCoy
Wabash
Seine
Eclipse on Christmas Day to Mark Seventh Eclipse This Year
The American Museum of Natural History announced a Christmas Day eclipse will be the seventh this year, with four more in 1936. Two will be solar and two lunar, none visible in the United States. Dr Clyde Fisher notes Americans should count themselves lucky for a total lunar eclipse last July and a partial solar eclipse in February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
American Museum of Natural History
United States
Clyde Fisher
Museum
Heaad
Hayden Planetarium
Birth of Daughter to Mr and Mrs Virgil L Kline
Friday afternoon at the Nicholas Fenn hospital in Omaha a daughter weighing six pounds was born to Mr and Mrs Virgil L Kline. Both mother and baby are doing nicely and the birth brings happiness to the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicholas Fenn Hospital
Omaha
Virgil L. Kline
Reuter Declines Candidacy for Unicameral Legislature
Syracuse Neb F A Reuter, four time state representative from Otoe County, announced he will not seek election to the new unicameral legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
F. A. Reuter
Otoe County
New Implement House Preparing for Its Opening
The room east of L. B. Egenberger grocery will be occupied by D. M. Babbitt with International Harvester Co. agency. An oak floor and redecorated walls render a modern interior with an office and accessories room rearward. Social dance planned before machinery installation to dedicate the new building. Babbitt, formerly of Macedonia Iowa, is described as genial and a strong community addition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. B. Egenberger
D. M. Babbitt
International Harvester Co
Main Street
Babbitt
Macedonia
Iowa
Thrilling Rescue At Sea Off Jupiter Florida
Four men were saved from a leaking motor schooner Hallick thirty degrees northeast of Jupiter Florida after adrift twenty four hours. The Elboney launched a lifeboat in a heavy sea with a strong southwest wind and rescued the crew. The Hallick was bound for Miami after a three week lobster fishing trip off the west end Bahamas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jupiter
Fla
Radiomarine
Siboney
Hallick
Elboney
Miami
West End
Bahamas
Before Chandler Swore Off Duels in Kentucky History
At the Kentucky capitol in Frankfort the 237 year old governor recited an oath not to duel with deadly weapons nor send or accept a duel challenge. The oath echoed past reforms from 1850 and earlier constitutions that sought to outlaw dueling among politicians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort
Albert Benjamin Chandler
Kentucky
Capitol
Al Smith Named Trustee for Postal Telegraph Reorganization
Former New York Governor Al Smith was named temporary federal trustee for the Postal Telegraph Corp now under bankruptcy act reorganization. Smith, ill at home, accepted the post in a call with Federal Judge Alfred C. Coxe who deferred another trustee until creditor representatives and Smith can jointly decide on a managing officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Smith
Postal Telegraph Corporation
Alfred C. Coxe
Coxe
Doctor Buck Buxton Charged with Double Murder
Lancaster England Dr Buck Buxton 36 committed to trial on charges of murdering his wife and their nursemaid after a three week police court hearing. He pleaded not guilty. Dismembered bodies of Mrs Buxton mother of three and the maid were found in a Scottish ravine known as the Devil s Beeftub.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lancaster
Eng
Buck Ruxton
Sand pits still working despite late season
Open winter keeps sand and gravel pits north west of the city active through late fall. Workmen continue operations later than usual as the season normally ends in November.
President Roosevelt Names Ship Potomaac for Fireproof Vessel
President Roosevelt assigns the fireproof ship Potomaac to his use in place of the partly wooden yacht Sequoia, reviving a historic name from a line of naval vessels in American history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Potomaac
Roosevelt
Alvo Social Roundup Notes Lincoln Visits and Visits
Mr and Mrs John Skinner and family visited friends in Fremont and Lincoln over the weekend. Several families from Alvo and nearby towns joined gatherings including oyster suppers in Lincoln and Sunday dinners at multiple homes.
Daughter of Mr and Mrs Clarke undergoes appendix operation
Iosebeth Clark the eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Ray Clarke was treated for appendicitis on December 4. She was taken to University hospital in Omaha by her uncle Elmer Rosenow and underwent an operation after a week of care. Latest reports say she is recovering well and friends wish her a speedy recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iosebeth Clark
Ray Clarke
University Hospital
Omaha
Elmer Rosenow
Pleasant Dinner Honors Birthday Celebrants
Mr and Mrs Hardneck entertained at dinner for their daughter Mrs Ellis Mickle and Albert Bornemeier on their birthday anniversaries. Attendees included Ellis Mickle and family Albert Bornemeier and family Harold Nickel and children and Orval Gerbeling and spouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L Cc. Hardneck
Birth of Ray Clark Jr. near Algo reported
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Ray Clark at their home northeast of Algo on Sunday morning. Mrs Clark was later taken by ambulance to University hospital for a transfusion and her condition improved. The infant is being cared for by Mrs Homer Cook and is said to be doing well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Clark
Algo
Christmas Program Presented by PTA Grades and Dramatic Club
Christmas program scheduled for Wednesday evening December 18 features a grade level showcase and the Dra matic club performing segments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grades
Dramatic Club
Christmas Vacation for Alvo Consolidated School
Christmas break at Alvo Consolidated School runs December 21 to December 29, with students enjoying one full week off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alvo Consolidated School
Birthday surprise for Mrs Williams hosted at home
Surprised on Birthday Jesse Williams and the seehbore gave Mrs. Williams a pleasant surprise Friday evening December 11 in honor of her birthday. The group came well prepared for a pleasant evening at the Williams home. The time was spent playing pinochle after which a delicious lunch was provided. These present were Mr and Mrs Elmer Klyver Mr and Mrs George Fifer and Mr and Mrs William Christopherson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Williams
Mrs. Williams
Williams
Hospital returns for Mrs Clyde Johnson and baby near Havelock
Returns from hospital bring Mrs Clyde Johnson and her infant to their home near Havelock. Mrs Johnson is assisted at home by her sister Mrs Grace Hinebaugh as the first of the week begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Johnson
Baby
Havelock
Johnson
Grace Hinebaugh
Small Child Burned By Furnace Register Accident
Susan Coatman, daughter of Mr and Mrs Sterling Coatman, fell and burned herself on a furnace register last week. Her side was badly burned and she suffered severe pain, but is now reported to be recovering nicely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Coatman
Mra
Sterling Coatman
Dr Mildred J Buzza and William Kearns Move Location
Dr Mildred J Buzza and her husband William Kearns the druggist moved from Alvo on Tuesday seeking a new location for their practice. The article notes they had been searching for a suitable site to relocate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mildred J. Buzza
William Kearns
Alvo
Auction Terms Update at Platts State Bank Sale
Terms are CASH unless arrangements are made with your banker before the sale date. No property may be removed until settlement. Henry Tistium, Owner. Rex Young, Auctioneer. Platts. State Bank, Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Tistium
Rex Young
Platts
State Bank
Unclear Destination Stalls Investigation of Dr. Buzza Practice
The article notes the parties were at an uncertain destination, having stayed for months where Dr. Buzza conducted her practice under her maiden name with an active license.
Condition Improves For Dallas Fifer After Hip Trouble
Dallas Fifer shows marked improvement after months of hip trouble and is able to move about the house with crutches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas Fifer
Ladies Aid Executive Meeting Plans Fiscal Year Work
The Officers of the Ladies Aid Society met Thursday afternoon at the home of president Mrs John Skinner to discuss plans for the coming fiscal year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid Society
Mra
John Skinner
Brotherhood Hosts Oyster Stew for Alvo Men and Sons
The Alvo Men's Brotherhood and their sons at Junior High enjoyed oyster stew in the church basement after practicing for the Sunday service. Miss Marjorie Aru led the women’s group, with the kitchen team credit to Fred Prouty Dan Ruder Jen Hardnock Earl Fairfield Lat Mullen. The evening ended with a basketball program led by Alvo school coach Walter Spesco and three local players demonstrating basketball rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brotherhood
Alvo Men's Brotherhood
Marjorie Aru
Cats
Fred Prouty
Dan Ruder
Jen Hardnock
Earl Fairfield
Lat Mullen
Evenue
Alvo School
Walter Spesco
Mrs Cochran Undergoes Minor Operation in Omaha
Mrs. R. L. Cochran wife of Nebraska governor underwent a minor operation at Methodist hospital in Omaha on Friday with no complications reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
R. L. Cochran
Nebraska
Methodist Hospital
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Plattsmouth Journal
Postoffice
Plattsmouth, Neb
R. A. Bates
Canada
Manley News
Catherine Reinke
Lillian Tighe
J. C. Rauth
Doan
Doans
Mendieta
Missionary Societies
M. E. Chuld
Niley R. Wiles
Wabash News
Leslie Bosworth
Fred Towle
Reuter
New Implement House
D. M. Babbit
International Agency
AL Smith
Alvo News
Golda Klyver
Carl Bornemeier
Jack
Ivan Clytes
Fremont
Clytes
Earl Bennett
Art Klyver
Elmer Klyver
Thomas Stout
Charles Ayres
Mary Lou
Simon Rehmeier
Ed Craig
Murdock
George Fifer
William Christopherson
Nebraska City
Toa
Jersey
Chester
John Deere
Deering
Republic
H. P. McCormick- Deering
Buzza
Cochran
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