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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1923
Page
2
Union notes show many residents visiting Plattsmouth and Omaha for business and medicine. News includes auctions at Leach sale, Mrs. Kaufman court actions, and community events at Woodman hall with A. E Shepherd speaking on the Fountain of Youth.
Mr. F H McCarthy learned Saturday evening of the sudden death of his uncle Henry McCarthy of Ames Iowa aged 97. He had been in good health and was described as a small man of strong constitution. Grandchildren Mrs A F Sturm Nehawka Miss Bessie McCarthy Nebraska City and John O Yeiser with wife Omaha attended the Ames funeral held last Monday.
Last Sunday the Sciota school house was full for church services with many outside. Interest in the meetings deepens as more people attend, and AH are welcome with a cordial invitation to all.
Missing a silver vanity case with initials “A.” Please notify Alma Frans at phone 6004 in Union Nebraska.
Mrs. C. D. Austin advertises hair switches made at her Union home in Union Nebraska. The note appears to be a personal classified style item likely from a historical newspaper listing.
A large group gathered Friday December 11 at the home of Rev. W. A. Taylor to celebrate his upcoming birthday, sharing music, social time, and games. The guests included RR. M. Taylor Henry Swartz R. E. Taylor Charles Hoback and many friends and family members.
Bargains on pianos, player pianos, phonographs and latest style items offered. Terms available. See Sehnee, general agent, Main Hotel for Schmoeller & MucHer.
An old plea advertises Bates Block and Stationery Store inviting readers to mail a dollar for a Christmas card assortment. The appeal asks buyers to specify if the selection is for a gentleman or a lady and promises satisfaction with the product.
Old guard leaders admit in Washington that Cummins Iowa appears safe yet insurgents push for Couzens election. Ballots show Cummins 42 then 38 as support wanes while Smith could gain a majority if seven Couzens votes swing. compromise talks extend to tomorrow. In the House, insurgents win liberal rules by Nelson Wisconsin replacing Tilson, 178 to 205, with progressives aiding.
Stella Rue sues White Bus Line for 25000 in a negligence suit filed after a 1922 crash between Lincoln and Dunbar near Eagle. She alleges excessive speed caused the bus to skid into an embankment, injuring her neck and body and leading to 30 days in hospital with $422.50 in medical costs. The company contends she paid fare and injuries stem from her condition, blaming dirt on the road and her own actions.
A large number of Americans are reportedly detained in Mexico City by President Obreron with warnings that attempting to leave could bring them into contact with rebel forces. The reports, relayed to Judge L. B. Camp, say the detainees are not in immediate danger, though travel is restricted due to anticipated Royalist battles near Puebla and other towns.
Friday evening December 21 at dist seven pounds two miles east of Cedar Creek. Everyone invited. LERNESE AULT, Teacher.
The Near East Relief committee plans a two day canvass to collect serviceable garments for the needy overseas. Donation points include the Leonard building at 410 Main Street opposite the Journal office. Donors may call Mrs. J F Gorder for pickup.
Ed McGuire departed this morning for Laurel Nebraska to oversee signal repair work for the Burlington for a few days. He will supervise restoration tasks and monitor progress on the railway signaling system during his absence from his current duties.
Be A McElwain visited the state metropolis today for a brief early morning tour of wholesale houses, staying for a few hours in the city.
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