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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1924
Page
4
A long collage of aphorisms and snippets ranges from biblical verses to stock market musings, radio jokes, and cultural jabs. It notes taxes rising after the war, reflections on Franklin and Washington myths, and light holiday humor about gifts, Santa, and crosswords.
Critics urge stronger parent authority after repeated car denial episodes. The piece notes that after two or three rebukes a parent becomes indifferent and questions which parent wants to endure insults to their face.
In Atlanta, Mr. Bryan declined to discuss politics with reporters, stating he is in town to speak on religion. He argues most Americans favor religion over politics at this time, noting a stronger public interest in spiritual matters than political discourse.
A humorous verse urges cheer for holiday bills and Santa bring gifts. The speaker jokes about paying expenses with a fountain pen and writing checks, then notes a pair of specs to aid the task. The piece playfully imagines gifts from Santa including socks and a bracelet set for the wife, presenting financial worry in lighthearted rhyme.
The essay argues gold coin should be readily available for Christmas transactions, noting a decade of reduced standard coin use since a wartime policy. It discusses currency interchanges, gold’s convenience, and the role of newspapers and advertising in shaping commerce and public choice. It also touches on tax refunds, a young girl’s gift needs, and a Pennsylvania governor’s smog remark.
The most successful salesman is the one with the largest circle of friends and varied connections. Advertising works best when the medium is warmly received by its audience, and the evening newspaper fits this role. It bonds the family by reaching them at day’s end in the living room.
Readable fragment notes Krads printing business forms relocating to the Journal office. Details on timing and scope are sparse but indicate a formal transfer of printing operations to the Journal facility.
Virgil Delzine, convict in Cass county for possession of intoxicating liquor on July 7, 1924, applies for parole. The Board of Pardons schedules a hearing at 10 a.m. January 13, 1925, at the State penitentiary in Lincoln Nebraska, inviting interested parties to attend and present reasons for or against the grant.
In Cass County Nebraska the county court schedules January 12, 1924 at 10 a.m. for the hearing on the petition by Elizabeth Schwab and Ephriam Schwab to appoint William J. Streight as administrator of the estate of William S. Schwab deceased. Notice will be published in the Plattsmouth Journal for three consecutive weeks.
Creditors of Liam Nickles estate are notified to present claims at the County Court in Plattsmouth on January 24 1925 and April 25 1925 at 10 a m to be examined for allowance. Claims must be presented within three months from January 24 1925 and debts paid within one year from that date. Witness Allen J Bebson County Judge. (Seal) d22-4w
In Cass county Nebraska District Court John Bajeck et al. vs Marv Rys et al. Notice by J M Leyda referee that on January 12 1925 at 10 a m at the south front door of Plattsmouth courthouse the northeast quarter of the southwest quarter of Section 13 Township 12 North Range 13 East will be sold at public auction for cash to highest bidder.
Property in Cass County Nebraska described as an undivided one fifth in the NE quarter of Section 34 Township 12 North Range 9 East with right of way excluded from sale. Sale open to bids for one hour on December 6. Hearing set for December 15 to determine heirs of William A Gulion who died testate in Colorado with real estate in Nebraska.
Formal notice dated December 10 1924 from Plattsmouth Nebraska signed by County Judge. Mentions seal and official capacity. No additional details about action deadlines or parties are readable.
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