Christmas Socials and Local Movements in Plattsmouth
A recap of Christmas visits and family news across Plattsmouth area households. Everett Heier buys an 18S7 Oldsmobile while Dr and Mrs L D Lee return from Plattsmouth on business. Families host relatives from Wahoo Omaha Lincoln and Enid with multiple dinners and visits. The new Plattsmouth Journal physician Dr Farmanack plans weekly office visits, and A C Hinkle welcomes a baby weighing 4½ pounds. Mrs Panska travels to Lincoln with her University of Nebraska bound daughter. Mr and Mrs William Rikli celebrate their twenty fifth anniversary as son Albert returns from Enid OK.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Amewert
Omaha
JT. C. McCrorey
A. J. Tool
Douglas Tool
Atlanta
George T. Work
C. J. Farmanack
L. D. Lee
Plattsmouth Journal
Stork
A. C. Hinkle
Dan Panska
Lincoln
University of Nebraska
William Rikli
Albert
Enid
Oklahoma
Mrs Robson on road to recovery after operation
Reported improving Mrs H Robson daughter of Edward Gannaway who was seriously ill and forced to undergo an operation at a Lincoln hospital recently is now on the road to recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Robson
Edward Gannaway
Lincoln Hospital
Murdock Beats Greenwood in Tuesday Basketball Doubleheader
Murdock hosted Greenwood in a gym doubleheader with the local team taking the main game 19 to 14. The Murdock Reserves also defeated the visitors 15 to 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murdock
Greenwood
Christmas Day Dinner At Murdock Estate Hosts Gatherers
Mrs. Hannah McDonald and Mr. and Mrs. W. J. McDonald entertained relatives at their Murdock home on Christmas Day. A sumptuous dinner topped a day of festive reunion. Attending were Lacey McDonald and family, Gayle McDonald and family, Harry Gillespie and wife, E W Thimgan and son Larry, and Lester Thimgan and wife from Plattsmouth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry A. Tool
Kenneth Tool
Wahoo
Hannah McDonald
W. J. McDonald
Murdock
Lacey McDonald
Gayle McDonald
Hampton
Harry Gillespie
North Loup
E. W. Thimgan
Larry
Lester Thimgan
Plattsmouth
David Pickrell
Harry White
Phillip Kehne
Arthur White
Lois
Proctor
Minnesota
N. E. White
Robert White
Family gathering at Kupke home honors relatives
Mr and Mrs Charlies Kupke hosted a day and dinner for kin last Sunday. Guests included Mr and Mrs Martin Rohison and children of Omaha Carl Kupke and family near Greenwood and Albert and Gust Kupke with their families living in the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlies Kupke
Martin Rohison
Omaha
Carl Kupke
Greenwood
Albert Kupke
Gust Kupke
Home from Hospital Mrs Henry Timm Jr Lincoln Return
Mrs Henry Timm Jr returns home from a hospital stay in Lincoln after treatment. Family and friends welcome her recovery and anticipate further visits as she resumes daily activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Timm, Jr
Lincoln
A E Johnson Opens Dental Office in Bank Building
A E Johnson announces his dentistry practice located in the First National Bank Building, with office at 236. The notice lists contact details and hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Johnson
First National Bank
Woman Recovers at Home After Gallstone Operation
After gallstone removal surgery, the woman was able to return home last week. Walter Thimgan and the husband assisted in bringing Mrs. Timm home, and she is hoped to continue improving and resume her usual activities soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Thimgan
Benefit Dance Aids Murdock Volunteer Fire Department
The Murdock Volunteer Fire Department, serving town and countryside with special equipment for waterless areas, hosts a benefit dance tonight on New Year’s Eve to raise funds for new equipment. Citizens are urged to attend and support the volunteer responders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murdock
Tots Present Seasonal Program Closes School for Holidays
The first and second grade pupils gave a fine program on Wednesday afternoon to mark the Christmas holiday break. After the program an exchange of gifts occurred with teachers included. Candy treats were shared and Chester Elseman acted as substitute for Santa Claus distributing presents. Closing of school until Monday January 4th allowed teachers to receive pastchecks from Santa and head home with funds for a merry Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Elseman
Santa Claus
Baye
Delayed Christmas Celebration At Straich Home
A postponed Christmas gathering was held Saturday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Straich. The event brought together the Straich family including Martin, Gustav, and William Straich with their households, Joy Miller, and a relative from near Elmwood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Straich
Martin Straich
Gustav Straich
William Straich
Joy Miller
Tatter
Eimwood
Local Churches Buy Candies From Mur Dock Merchants
Local committees of Mur dock and Louisville churches prepared for Christmas Eve programs by purchasing candy and treats from nearby merchants, supporting community merchants and ensuring proper holiday observances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murdock
Louisville
Louisville Evangelical church hosts annual Christmas party
The Louisville Evangelical Church held its annual Christmas party east of town on the section road at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herman F Schweppe. Gifts were exchanged and an excellent program was presented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville Evangelical Church
Section Road
Herman F. Schweppe
Mrs. August Panska Hosts Christmas at Murdock Home
Mrs. August Panska entertained at her Murdock home on Christmas Day with guest Daniel Panska and family from near Murdock and the family of R. L. Paunska from near Elmwood. A bounteous Christmas dinner and holiday spirit marked the gathering as children and families returned home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
August Panska
Murdock
Daniel Panska
R. L. Paunska
Elmwood
Surprise Quilt Gift for Weber Couple at Church
After the Christmas program the Cal lah an young people set a basement surprise for Stev F C Weber and Mrs Weber. Men piled good things around them while the ladies presented Mrs Weber a quilt bearing all the ladies names stitched by loving hands. The act shows the congregation's deep love and devotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callahan
Stev. F. C. Weber
Mrs. Weber
Truckers Win $1.5 Million Raise Pact in Chicago
Two trucking unions reached a wage deal with the Cart hage Exchange of Chicago granting about 10 000 drivers a 1.5 million annual boost starting January 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Carthage Exchange of
Murray Home Study Club Seeks Fellowship and Gifts
The Murray Home Study club met last week to study Why I Read the Bible with Mrs. Faris and Mrs. Gilmore presenting. Mrs. Faris also read the Christmas story from the Bible. Mrs. Todd led Christmas carols. a gift exchange and baskets for the less fortunate were shared. Mrs. Bren del and Mrs. Shubert attended for the first time this club year. Mrs. Bren dell has been living in Lincoln while teaching, and a fruit basket was sent to ill member Mrs. Albert Youngs. Hostesses were Mrs. Spangler and Mrs. Todd. a covered dish luncheon and small Christmas tree centerpiece completed the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murray Home Study Club
Lincoln
Social Circle club holds all day meeting at Mrs Klimm home
Members gathered for an all day session at the home of Mrs Tony Klimm with a covered dish lunch. The group opened with the Lord s Prayer and opened gifts from capsule friends after Mrs Klimm presented gifts. A lesson was given and project leaders spoke. On Tuesday December 15 an old fashioned taffy pull was held at the community center with corn popping and music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tony Klimm
Elmwood Morning Glory club December meet hosts
Mrs George Bornemier hosted the Elmwood Morning Glory club December gathering. Members recalled discovering there was no Santa Claus, with 24 attending the Christmas party on December 4 at Mrs Emil Bornemeier’s home. Mrs Joe Kunz opened with a solo and readings were given by Mrs John Hay and Mrs Harry Duckworth. Santa delivered stockings with homemade candy and presents as Lois Furner led games. Plans for Family Night January 1 were discussed with assistances from Mrs Ed Hall and Mrs Harry Duckworth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bornemier
Elmwood Morning Glory Club
Santa Claus
Rosemary John
Airs
Joan Hay
Joe Kunz
John Hay
Harry Ducksworth
Ed Hart
Santa
Lois Furner
Emil Bornemeier
Ed Hall
Harry Duckworth
Lancaster district court holds short session in Chappel era
District Judge EB B. Chappel of the Lancaster county court met Tuesday for a brief session to clear the docket. The court plans to reconvene Thursday December 31. Della Kunz v Earl Kunz was dismissed without prejudice. Minnie McCrary v P A McCrary dismissed without prejudice. Farmers State Bank of Avoca v Frank Warmer et al foreclosure with guardian appointment. Harmer ex rel State of Nebraska v George Wilson injunction dismissed without prejudice. Violet VanWinkle v Shear VanWinkle divorce dismissed without prejudice. John Standboge v Delia Standboge divorcee dismissed without prejudice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EB. B. Chappel
Lancaster District Court
Della N. Kunz
Earl D. Kunz
Minnie McCrary
P. A. McCrary
Farmers State Bank of Avoca
Frank Warmer
Harmer
State of Nebraska
George Wilson
Violet VanWinkle
Shear T. VanWinkle
John Standboge
Delia Standboge
Local People Plan Many Fine Home Gatherings
Merle Rainey returns from New York City to spend Christmas with his mother Mrs. W. H. Rainey and other relatives in Plattsmouth. Numerous families host holiday dinners and greetings across town with relatives from Ames Glenwood Omaha Lincoln and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merle Rainey
New York City
W. H. Rainey
Rainey
Commonwealth Edison Electric Company
George Swatek
State Highway Department
Lincoln
W. A. Swatek
Mary Swatek
Omaha
Funeral Trip For Three After Pekin Resident’s Death
Former Pekin leaders John P. Sattler John Lutz and Mrs Katie Hild left Thursday for Peoria Illinois after the death of Mrs Sophia Herold late Wednesday Herold resided here intermittently visiting her son Peter Herold and family in Omaha the family reports she suffered a stroke a week prior and declined until death Hartley and Peter Herold accompanied her mother during the illness
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P. Sattler
John Lutz
Katie Hild
Peoria
Ilinois
Sophia Herold
Funeral of Mrs Weber Held at St Marys Bellevue
Funeral services for Mrs Veronica Weber were held Thursday at St Marys Catholic church in Bellevue. Father O Mor an presided with two musical numbers by John J Cloidt and Mrs Cloidt as accompanist. Pallbearers included family members and sons in law from Omaha Plattsmouth Bellevue and Aurora. Interment followed in Oak Hill cemetery beside her husband and son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veronica Weber
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Bellevue
Father O'Moran
St. Columbians
John J. Cloidt
Jesus
Oak Hill Cemetery
Weber
A. E. Edgerton Returns Home From Hospital
A. E. Edgerton head of the local re employment office has returned home from Omaha where he has been under treatment for weeks. He remains in a very serious condition and is not receiving visitors while under constant care. Friends express concern and hope for his recovery and return to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Edgerton
Omaha
Mr. Edgerton
Notice of Administration in Cass County Nebraska
In the County Court of Cass County Nebraska a petition seeks administration of the estate of Charles A Schuelke and appointment of Mary Schuelke as Administratrix. Hearing set for January 29 1937 at ten o'clock before the court. Dated December 24 1926. A H Duxbury County Judge Seal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass County
Nebraska
Charles A. Schuelke
Mary Schuelke
Estate of Mary Wiedeman hearing date set
In the County Court of Casa County Nebraska the estate of Mary Wiedeman deceased case No 3232 Walter H Wiedeman as Administrator and Vedah W Hall as Administratrix petition set for hearing on January 22 1937 at 10 a m Dated December 24 1936
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casa County
Nebraska
Mary Wiedeman
Walter H. Wiedeman
Vedah W. Hall
A. H. Duxbury
Cass County
Sarah E. Stones
Sheriff Sale in Cass County Nebraska on January 16 1937
Public auction at the south front door of the Plattsmouth courthouse to sell multiple parcels in Plattsmouth Cass County Nebraska to satisfy a City of Plattsmouth judgment. Parcels include Lots 13 14 Block 3 Stadelman Add Lots 14 15 Block 2 Nebraska Lots 7 and 8 Block 39 Young and Hayes Add and more. Property levied on as the defendants Carl W Renner et al. owe decrees totaling several amounts. Sheriff Sylvester and Attorney Capwell oversee for Cass County Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Sedgway
Cass County
Nebraska
Plattsmouth
Stadelman
Young and Hayes
Porter Place
South Park
Carl W. Renner
Araska
District Court
Home Owners’ Loan Corporation
United States
City of
Washington
District of Columbia
William A. Stewart
Myrtle Stewart
Francis W. Conneally
Anastasia Conneally
Greenwood
H. Sylvester
Equitable relief petition notice in Cass County Nebraska
Court requires all named parties to answer the petition by January 18, 1937 or risk default. Filed by attorney A L Tidd for the plaintiff, this notice issues under order of the court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass County
Nebrasa
Equitable
Uliv and Mis Dated December 21 1936
A dated item from December 21 1936 bearing seal 121 3w appears in the archival record as a small notice or credential fragment with minimal context. The fragment structure suggests a formal stamp or seal accompanying a brief notation.
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Everett Heier
Oldsmobile
Mrs. L. D. Lee
Dona Rae Thoms
Merideth Weddell
W. T. Weddell
Homer Sylvester
Cass
County Club News
Tudge Chappel
Donelan
Karl Brown
Marion
Papilifon
Edna Shannon
Weeping Water
Miss Mabel Dudley
J. W. Taenzler
Mrs
B. Z. Colwell
Glenwood, In
Ralph Anderson
Meade
Ceresco
Mrs. Anderson
C. H. Hart
Grand Island
R. D. Jess
John Hallstrom
Elmer Hallstrom
Avoca
Edward Kelly
C. L. Martin
Warley Wiles
Peggy Jane
Edward Egenberger
A. Rt. Noble
Ralph Wiles
Evan Noble
Loretta Noble
Doe McMahen, Jr
Everett Noble
Joe Noble
George Rebal
Iowa City
J. C. Couch
Jack
Alvs
James Rebal
Joseph M. Sediak
Clelland Gansemer
Joan
Phyllis
Murray
George Trotter
Beverly
Fort Crook
Robert BE. Sedlak
Stuart Sedlak
Liv
Dorothea
Richard
C. E. Metzger
Gnesta
Philp Hirz
Elizabeth
Emma Hirt
Mrs. Morris Fell
Albert Funke
Grace Perry
H. C. Sherwood
J. P. Perry
H. B. Perry
Enos G. Jones
Sioux Falls
South Dakota
Wm. Robertson
Westetta Robertson
R. P. Westover
Harvey Garer
James M. Robertson
Jessie of
Walter White
Mabel White
Rea Patterson
John Falter
Falls City
Mrs. W. A. Robinson
Tekamah
Mrs. Robinson
H. H. Feelhaver
Richard Beverage
Frank E. Warren
Edna Warren
Francis Warren
James Yelick
Ed. Yelick
Des Moines
Henry Leacock
George Dorian
Frank Yelick
Earl Carr
Floyd Yelick
Theodore Yelick
George Mann
Val Burker
H. E. Becker
John Sattler, Jr
George Wallinger
Ashland
John Bauer
Wm. H. Schmidtmann
Louis Smetana
Arlie Christensen
Ames, Ia
Frank Dashner
Glenwood
Elizabeth Spangler
Luke Wiles
Stephen Wiles
Helen Wiles
Lexington
George Swangler
Joe Wiles
Linville Wiles
Denver
John Turner
N. D. Bothwell
Mr. O. S. Turner
Bothwell
Lillian
Georgia White
Guy White
Florence White
Wm. G. Kieck
Mr. Kieck
Mrs. Wm. Kieck
Springfield
Ward Whalen
Creston, la
Roy James
George E. Sayles
Creighton University College of Dentistry
George R. Sayles
Mae Morgan
Burlington, Ia
Clara Mae Morgan
Alice
Daily Journal
Ry Lore
A. E. Edgerton Home
Perley A. Sanborn
Andrew Blum
John Henry Herold
Thomas Nelson
Nettie Connally
John Doe
Sheriff's Sale
State of
J. A. Capwell
Plaintiff
A. L. Tidd
Dj-Iw
George E. Wever
Uliv & Mis
Sheriff’s Sale
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