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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1924

Page

3

Chancellor Avery to Talk at Teacher Meet December 29

Chancellor Samuel Avery of the University of Nebraska will speak at the Schoolmasters club in Omaha during the Nebraska State Teachers Association convention. Nearly seventy five reservations for dinner at Brandeis restaurant, with a symposium featuring four speakers including President Martin of Kearney Teachers College and Superintendent True of McCook. The state meeting may decide on a general program for future events and stalls feature a broad lineup of educators and performers from multiple cities and institutions.

Samuel Avery University of Nebraska Schoolmasters’ Club Omaha Nebraska State Teachers Association J. L. McCory Brandeis Martin Kearney Teachers College True McCook State Teachers” Association Beveridge Nebraska Woman's Educational Club Sarah Muir Lincoln High School W. E. McAndrews Chicago John E. Stout Northwestern University Rolla G. Reynolds Teachers’ College Columbia University W. S&s. Heusner Salina Kansas Jacob Knatwasser University of Iowa Iowa City Iowa L. G .Oberlies Nebraska State Board of Control Lincoln del W. Lambkin Northwest Missouri Teachers’ College Federal Board For Vocational Education John M. Matzen Ray Gates Grand Island W. E. Reed Board of Education Henry Cox Vioionist Harry M. Landis Seward John H. Beveridge Gus Swanson Sarah O. Sperle Council Bluffs Harry L. Keefe Nebraska Federated Farm Bureau Waithill W. H. Morton Beatrice F. E. Henzick Teachers College Estaline Wilson Toledo Ohio Olivia Pound Theodore Leisen Metropolitan Water District Madaline Juneau Farley Kansas City Concord Club Mary Cooper Meisner

McKenna Expected to Quit Supreme Court Next Year

Washington reports Associate Justice McKenna plans to resign soon after the new year. At nearly 82, he would leave a long federal service, with a possible vacancy to fill from the Pacific coast circuit and balancing circuit representation in the high court.

Washington Supreme Court McKenna McKennan

Galli Curci Returns to Chicago but Sings Elsewhere

Gel Curci visits Chicago, the city of her early triumphs, but she does not perform there this time. The famous soprano remains in the background as her appearance draws attention in the bustling cultural scene.

Chicago Gel Curci

Galli Curci Sails to Europe After Chicago Departure

Prima donna Galli Curci travels abroad with husband Homer Samuels after estrangement from Chicago Civic Opera management. The couple departed for Minneapolis to spend the holidays with Mr Samuels family, marking her first European appearances since the dispute.

Chicago Civic Opera Galli Curci Homer Samuels Minneapolis

Jubilee of Catholicism Proclaimed at Rome Holy Door Opened by Pope

Pope Pius XI proclaimed the twenty third jubilee year in Catholic history from the Vatican. He struck the jeweled gold hammer to open the holy door at St Peter’s as thousands watched in the basilica and plaza. Bells rang as the holy year began, marking a second ushering since the fall of temporal power.

Rome Vatican Pius XI Basilica of St. Peters St. Peter's Portico Basilica Michael Angelo Dome Mother Edifice

Methodist Choir Performs for Nebraska Masonic Home Residents

The First Methodist church choir sang Christmas carols and old songs for residents and staff at the Nebraska Masonic Home. Afterward they performed at Mrs. Martha Wetenkamp and Grant Wetenkamp’s home to uplift a pair unable to attend church services.

First Methodist Church Nebraska Masonic Martha Wetenkamp Grant Wetenkamp

Neighbors Clash In Pear Street Disturbance Court Hearing

Judge William Weber hurried to the city hall to preside at an evening police court session over a feud between Bert McLean and Ben Brown on East Pear street. The fighting over children led to a dispute, resulting in a ruling of $5 fines for each and $8 total costs, paid to close the case.

William Weber East Pear Street Bert McLean Ben Brown

Aged Man John Urwin to Receive County Care

John Urwin, an elderly resident near Louisville, suffered cold injuries after a recent freeze while feeding stock on his farm. Unable to tend the farm alone due to infirmity, he will be moved to the county farm for treatment and easier care.

John Urwin Louisville Urwin

Farm Hand Wanted

Eleanor Burnie visited Omaha today to attend business matters and meet friends. Albert Funke of Murray advertised a farm hand position with phone 2103.

Albert Funke Murray Iss Eleanor Burnie Omaha

Nebraska seeks new head coach after Dawson resigns

University of Nebraska athletics board accepts Fred T. Dawson’s resignation as football coach while he becomes director of athletics and physical education. A three member committee, including Dawson, will search for a successor with aim for a February start and spring practice.

University of Nebraska Cornhusker Fred T. Dawson Dawson Athletic Board Hell R. D D. Scott George Holmes L. E. Gunderson Mr. Holmes Nebraska Henry F. Schulte University National Collegiate Association New York

Mexican Bond Deal Off Involving Austin Banker

Austin banker J L Ar litt, who sought a $50 million Mexican gold bond issue, was notified by Mexican agent Arturo Elias in New York that the deal is off. Three cables have been received, but final cancellation hinges on official word from the Mexican president. Ar litt issued a brief statement asserting the situation.

Austin Tex J. L. Arlitt Arturo M. Elias New York City Arlitt Elias Mexico

Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promoted for 46 Years

An advertisement states Hall's Catarrh Medicine has been used for over 46 years to treat catarrh. It describes an ointment for local relief and an internal tonic that acts through the blood on mucous surfaces to reduce inflammation. Sold by all druggists from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio

Mexican President Only Can Cancel 1917 Contract

A New York Times report notes that only the Mexican president can cancel the 1917 contract signed by President Obregon. The author states that upon receiving a cable from Mexico’s president declaring cancellation, proper notice will be deemed served.

States of Mexico New York Times Mexico Obregon

Nebraska districts lose share of December school funds

Several hundred Nebraska school districts will forfeit about 490000 dollars in the December state apportionment for not maintaining nine months of school as required by law. The loss will total near 16000 dollars in the June distribution, with Otoe county reporting a perfect record. The December fund, about 490051 dollars, derives from bond interest, land rentals, and other state sources.

Nebraska Lincoln Star Phelps County Jefferson Pawnee Nemaha Johnson Otoe County Robinson

Pleasant Christmas Surprise Reunites Family in Louisville

Claud Brekenfeldt arrives from Silver Prime Colorado to join his family for Christmas. Mrs Brekenfeldt and the children will move to Colorado in spring after his mining position. Relatives from Manley and the Group family join the dinner, bringing joy to local friends before his holiday visit.

Louisville Claud Brekenfeldt Silver Prime Colorado

Card of Thanks for Mrs Born Birthday Anniversary

Mr and Mrs George Born express gratitude for support and kindness shown on Mrs Born s birthday anniversary and during illness with lasting appreciation to friends and neighbors.

Community gratitude for neighbors and fire department

Homer Shrader and family express heartfelt thanks to neighbors friends and the fire department for support during their home fire and for extinguishing the blaze. Their kindness will be remembered fondly.

Homer Shrader

Lease ends for American Legion club rooms in Leonard building

The American Legion hall occupying the Leonard building for over four years will vacate the club rooms when the lease expires on January 1. Club room privileges will be surrendered pending completion of a new home.

American Legion Club Leonard Building

Final Legion meeting winds up year with oyster stew

The post announces its last meeting in the current rooms next Monday night with an oyster stew served by the 1924 membership team and E. P. detail. Officials urge all ex servicemen to attend as the post plans future gatherings while awaiting a home of its own.

Post The Legion

Birthday honor for Grandma Peoples in city circle

The city notes the birthday of Grandma Peoples living with her son N. K. Peoples and family. She is active and in excellent health with many friends hoping for years more of good health.

Annual Meeting of Farmers Mutual Insurance Cass County

The annual meeting of the Farmers Mutual Tornado Fire and Live Stock Insurance Company of Cass County Nebraska will be at Taylor school house District 37 on Saturday January 3 at 1 20 p m for electing officers for the ensuing year and transacting other business. J P Falter Secretary. d23-diiw

Farmers’ Mutual Tornado, Fire and Live Stock Insurance Company Cass County Nebraska Taylor School House District No. 37 J. P. Falter

Omaha visitor Wayne Allen returns with Ralph Allen

Wayne Allen of Omaha who visited over Christmas with relatives and friends returned this morning to the metropolis with his brother Ralph R. Allen. William J. Smith and family of Lincoln were Christmas visitors in the city and Mrs. Smith and the children will remain over Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Smith.

Wayne Allen Omaha Metropolis Ralph R. Allen William J. Smith Lincoln City

Frost bites northern plains and citrus belt reports

Cold wave grips the Pacific Northwest and California with subzero and near freezing readings. California growers report frost damage in the citrus belt but call overall losses not serious as winds and temperatures shift. La Habra and Santa Ana areas hit 24 to 26 degrees above zero while Santa Rosa records 18 and Portland 13 above.

San Francisco Pacific Northwest California Weather Bureau Santa Rosa Cal Los Angeles Washington Yakima Olympia Columbia River Oregon Baker Portland California Fruit Growers Exchange la Habra Santa Ana Weather Bureau Late Today Pacific Coast

Plattsmouth High School Class of 1922 Meeting Attended

Joe Weber of Omaha was here overnight for the Plattsmouth high school's class of 1922 meeting. Mrs. J. L. Tidball and daughter Mary were traveling to Omaha to spend the day visiting. Read the want ads daily for items you seek.

Joe Weber Omaha Plattsmouth High School J. L. Tidball Mary

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