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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1925

Page

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Funeral of Mrs F A Jones Held Today

Funeral services for Mrs. Florence Baird Jones were held at her childhood home with Rev. H G McClusky of the First Presbyterian Church delivering a comfort filled sermon. The Masonic Male quartet sang and Frank A Cloidt led a song with pallbearers J W Chapman F A Fricke W A Robertson LO Minor L L Wiles and E H Wescott listed as escorts. The body was moved to Oak Hill Cemetery for interment with relatives from Chicago Ruskin and Norfolk in attendance.

Trum Florence Baird Jones Ruskin J. T. Baird H. G. McClusky First Presbyterian Church R C Cook Oak Hill The Silent J. W. Chapman F. A. Fricke W. A. Robertson LO Minor L L Wiles E .H. Wescott Siven Jenn Tidball Mary Robert Wurt Joseph Shepherds and Marscaret Iverson India Frank Cloidt Matthew McClusky Lake Lynn Minnor Mark Roy Olson John Catherine Schneider H. F. Goos Staats George Caldwell Winquist Alice Pollock Ralph Olsen George Olson Bob Wurl Bethlehem Santa

Pleasant Christmas Dinner at the Smith Home

A family Christmas dinner at 722 Marble Street hosted by Mr and Mrs Fred Smith featured a lavish holiday meal. Afterward the Christmas tree was lit and gifts exchanged among Nelson Berzer and Nehowka, Raymond Berger and wife, Henry Ost and wife, George Pfiedje and wife, Arthur Smith and daughter Gertrude, Mrs Laude Burroff, Van Simpson, W Suit and wife, Goeraid Smith, and Mrs Motlie Berger of Creston and Plattsmouth relations from Nebraska and Iowa.

Mondoi Ndaliv Fred Smith Marble Street Dette Tiase Nelson Berzer Nehowka Raymond Berger Wif Plattsmouth Henry Ost Ify Ashland George Pfiedje Omaha Arthur Smith Gertrude Creston Laude Buroff van Simpson Ansley Nebraska Goeraid Smith Motlie Berger

Coasting Accident Injures Local Boy

A boy was severely injured while coasting down Marble street hill toward Lincoln avenue when his sled struck a passing car driven by Dave Ebersole. Ralph Bostk sustained painful bruises to the hip and leg and required medical aid after the collision. He was taken by Mr. Ebersole for treatment.

Jess Tin Ralph Bostk Marbleet Lincoln Avenue Dave Ebersole Bety Mr. Ebersole

Enjoy Holiday in Omaha with Rev McClusky Dinner Circle

Mrs. McClusky and daughter Catherine spent Christmas day in Omaha at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Will T. Graham. Twelve guests, formerly of Leuvel Nebraska where Rev. McClusky served seven years, shared a festive dinner and theatre outing.

Mondas Daily- Rey Sas McClusky Catherine Omaia Will T. Graham Leuvel Neb

Fine duck received as Christmas treat by Sitzman family

This morning Mr and Mrs W P Sitzman of Imperial Nebraska received a fine duck from their relatives Mr and Mrs Frank Sitzman. The bird will grace the Sitzman table Christmas day and provide enjoyment to the family.

W. P. Sitzman Frank Sitzman Imperial Nebraska Sitzman

Christmas Visit Delights Pastor Wichmann Family

Miss Hildegard Wichmann, daughter of Rev. O. G. Wichmann, arrived in Dallas to spend Christmas with her father at St. Pauls Evangelical church. She teaches Spanish at Los Animas High School Colorado and recently studied in Mexico City, rising as a leading western language instructor.

Dallas Hildegard Wichmann O. G. Wichman St. Paul’s Evangelical Church Miss Wichman High School Los Animas Colorado

Louis Furlong Dies In Modale IA Auto Crash

Louis Furlong aged 21 son of Marceus Furlong a resident near Rock Bluffs was killed instantly in an auto accident near Modale Iowa while on a Christmas pleasure trip with friends. The car struck a rut and a top bow pierced his skull. he died at once. His body was taken to Streight undertaker and funeral planned for Monday at 1 PM likely from the First Presbyterian church.

Mondar’s Louis Furlong Marceus Furlong Rock Bluffs Modale Iowa Lewis Streight Undertakite Periors First Presbyterian Church

Henry Leacock Poorly After Major Operation

From Mondas’s Dralty St Elizabeth hospital in Lincoln reports say Henry Leacock Sr. is not showing hoped for progress a week after a very serious operation. He remains in need of careful medical attention and may require days for improvement before returning home. Mr and Mrs Heinrich visited Lincoln yesterday and learned there was no significant improvement.

Mondas St. Elizabeth Hans Heinrich Lincoln Heinrich

Aged Lady in Home Miss Hattie Kearney Recall

Older residents remember Miss Hattie Kearney who left the city about twelve years ago for the west. She now resides in a Mt. Vernon Washington home for the aged and is progressing well. She shares pictures of herself and the facility, reflecting time’s march on the esteemed lady.

Hattie Kearney Miss Kearney Mt. Vernon Washington Friends

Elks Distribute Christmas Baskets to Needy Neighbors

Elks committee busily delivered baskets filled with goods to aid the less fortunate in the community. The yearly charity brings Christmas spirit to many homes that might otherwise miss the holiday.

Committee of the Elks Elks

Radio With Meals At Local Cafe Attracts Patrons

The Fullerton and Chilton cafe in the Main hotel basement now features a modern radio for patrons. It plays musical programs and current events reports while guests dine or play cards in the popular business.

Fullerton and Chilton

Community Christmas Tree Lights Up City With Santa Visit

The courthouse lawn cedar tree lit at seven with a NebGas&Electric display, echoing the White House lighting as William Highfield switched on. Santa arrived in a truck, delivering candy to about eight hundred children from the American Legion, while Eagles band music added cheer.

Court House Santa Claus Nebraska Gas & Electric Co Washington White House White House, the Piattsmouth William Highfield Main Street American Legion Post Santa Santa Chius Eagles

Restrain Land Sale From Thuredar’s Dales

August Ossenkop sues R H Hastain and Sheriff E P F Stewart to halt a sheriff sale of Ossenkop’s farm lands near Louisville and town lots. Judge Begley grants a temporary restraining order delaying the sale until after January hearings.

Thuredar Dales District Court August Ossenkop R. H. Hastain E. P F. Stewart Cass County Louisville Bank of Commerce of Louisville James T. Begley

Rex Young Buys Ford Coupe, Praises Plattsmouth Dealer

Rex Young announces his purchase of a new Ford coupe from Plattsmouth Motor Co. He cites 32,000 miles on his old Ford and repairs costing just over $150 in nearly two years. He notes reliable performance in all weathers and long Colorado trips with only one spark plug replacement.

Rex Young Plattsmouth Motor Co Rex Ford Colorado

Splendid Dance Last Night at Eagles Hall

Last evening the Eagles hall hosted a large crowd of young people for a fine music program by the Dee Atherton orchestra of Beatrice. The party enjoyed the latest dance tunes and danced late into the night with the Dee Atherton musicians delivering music that appealed to the dancing public.

Eagles Hall Dee Atherton Beatrice Dee Atherton Gang of

Carl Kunsmann III Stricken with Illness Returns to Health

Friends of Carl Kunsmann III report he fell ill on Christmas morning with stomach or intestinal trouble. He was in serious condition for hours but improved by last evening. Doctors considered surgery but hope to avoid it for now.

Carl Kunsmann Kunsmann

Templars Hold Observance of Christmastide

Mt Zion Commandery No 5 Knights Templar held Christmas observances at the Masonic temple with about 28 members and visiting knights present. The event featured performances by the Masonic quartet and greetings from Grand and Deputy Grand Commanders, with multiple toasts to officers, local lodges, the Nebraska Masonic Home, and departed knights.

Mt. Zion Commandery Masonic Temple Mt. Zion Commandery No. 5 Knights Templar Masonic Frank A. Cloidt R. C. Conk RR. P. Westover L. O. Minor John E. Schutz Templar George W. Vallery Denver United States Knight Templar James M. Robertson Nebraska Oliver C. Hudson William J F. Evers Frank Emory Pfoutz Mt. Zion

Christmas Cheer at Lloyd Lewis Home Near Murray

Relatives and friends gathered at the Lewis residence northwest of Murray to celebrate Christmas with a decorated tree and a lavish dinner. Attendees included J. D. Lewis E. M. Godwin Edward and families Wayne Godwin Earl Merritt Frank Godwin Pearl Dugay James Fitch and the hosts Lloyd and Mrs Lewis. Gifts were enjoyed by all.

Lloyd Lewis Murray J. D. Lewis E. M. Godwin Edward Lewis Wayne Lewis Albert Godwin Earl Merritt Frank Godwin Pearl Dugay Omaha James Fitch

Pleasant family reunion at Sydebotham Stine homes

The home of Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Sydebotham and Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Stine hosted a pleasant family reunion this week. Members staying over Christmas include Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Johnson and children Roy Ruth Bearle and Frank of Cortland, with Oscar Johnson of Omaha arriving tomorrow to join the gathering.

C. P. Sydebotham J. R. Stine J. R. Johnson Roy Ruth Bearle Frank Cortland Oscar Johnson Omaha

Magee Cleared of Contempt Charges in New Mexico Case

Santa Fe December 21 Carl C Magee Albuquerque editor was freed after the New Mexico Supreme Court upheld the governor s power to pardon direct contempt. Magee had been jailed in San Miguel county after a contempt sentence tied to remarks in libel trials. He now faces manslaughter charges over a Meadows hotel East Las Vegas altercation last August.

Santa Fe N. M Carl C. Magee Albuquerque New Mexico State Supreme Court Maree Magee John B. Lasseter Judge Leahy Meadows Hotel East Las Vages

Domestic Worker Dies After 110 Years With Family

Nava Carlotte, a domestic in the family’s employ since 1827, died in Pau France at age 110. She began with the household in Mexico and accompanied its members to France, serving continuously for 98 years.

Pau France Nava Carlotte Mexico

Pleasant news greets Burling ton family on birth

Last evening relatives learned of the birth of a nine and a half pound son to Mr and Mrs Edward Forgarty of Lincoln. Mr Forgarty is a Burling ton official and a nephew of several local residents, drawing well wishes for the baby's future.

Edward Forgarty Lincoln Forgarty Kern Burlington Moesdames Joseph Hiber John Tomas Svoboda Ohd

Plattsmouth Players Win Berths on Peru State Team

Plattsmouth students Joe Krejci and Russell Wasley earned spots on the Peru State basketball squad. Krejci starred with 13 of 41 points in a 41 to 21 win over Tabor, while Wasley, a hard guarding right guard, helped limit opponents’ scoring. Referee Walter Bettgenbach, once a Plattsmouth star, is named captain of Penn team this season.

Plattsmouth Peo State Normal School Joe Kreijer Russell Wasley Kreici Peru Mplatamouth High School Tabor College Wasley Krejci Walter Bettgenbach Flattsmouth Malvern Penn Bettgenbach

Wrong Mr Bushnell in Forbes wedding notice

Informant misstated the bride’s father in the Journal report. Mrs Forbes is daughter of Mr and Mrs Curtis Bushnell, not Henry Bushnell as previously given.

Bushnell- Forbes

Christmas at Masonic Home Observed in Grand Omaha

Christmas at the Nebraska Masonic Home was marked by a grand tree, gifts from lodges and individuals, a musical program by Mrs. A. D. Caldwell’s orchestra, and a noon Christmas dinner for about fifty guests. Santa Claus visited Thursday evening, with Epworth League carols guiding the festive morning and a full holiday menu delighting the aged residents.

Nebraska Hove A. D. Caldwell Epworth League of the Methodiat Church Santa Claus Grand Ludge Masons

Weeks in bed after train crash injuries on Christmas

Washington December 25 Christmas day for John W Weeks former secretary of war and Mrs Weeks meant confinement to bed because of sight injuries suffered yesterday in a train collision near Charleston D C Both were in shock Mrs Weeks back was injured and the former cabinet officer received bruises on the face and head

Washington John W. Weeks

New Year Cards Display Featured at Bates Book Store

Bates Book Store unveils an elegant line of New Year cards this season drawing shoppers with refined design and festive motifs. Shop hours and selection details accompany the display note.

Bates Book Store

Also Mentioned on This Page

F. A. Jones Mark Furlong Henry Leacock Poorly Ford Service Carl Kunsmann III Presbyterian Church Carl Magee Joe Krejci MR. Bushnell the Institution Weekes First National Bank Attsmouth
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