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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1918

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Pioneer Mother Katherine Busch Dies in Palmer Nebraska

Mrs. Katherine Busch a mother of thirteen children passed away after a three week illness at her daughter Mary Laudenschlager’s home in Palmer Nebraska. Born February 21 1838 in Switzerland she immigrated to the United States in youth and settled near Jock Island Illinois before moving to Cedar Creek Nebraska. Survived by twelve children including Mary Laudenschlager Anna Zimmerman Margaret Hagmann Katie Hewitt Ida Brodie Emma Mecafaken Rosie Kelly Mathilde Jardine and others funeral at Union Church near Waldradt cemetery conducted by Rev J H Stager with pallbearers Christ Gower Otto Spreich Thomas Pennant John Lohnes Phillip Schaefer and A B Fornosi.

Katherine Pusch Mary Laudenschlager Palmer Nebraska Busch Mrs. Busch Katherine Inhelder Switzerland Jock Island Ilinois Murrriange Frank Busch Cedar Creek Tater Anna Zimmerman Springfield Margaret Hagmann Katie Hewitt Ida Brodie Los Angeles John Busch Lillie Rand Omaha Emma Mecafaken Plattsmouth Rosie Kelly Oklahoma Mathilde Jardine Grecenwood Tnion Waldradt J. H. Stager St. Paul's Evangelical Church Christ Gower Otto Spreich Thomas Pennant John Lohnes Phillip Schaefer A. B. Fornos

Farewell Dinner for Holbrook Family Held in West Graham

Last Sunday the Shrader family hosted a farewell dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Creamer for Rev. Dee Holbrook and family from West Graham Virginia. Twenty nine relatives attended as Holbrook's visit with western hospitality created warm, cheerful memories for all.

Charles Creamer Shrader Dee Holbrook West Graham Holbrook

For Sale White Brahma Cockerels in Nehawka

A number of white Brahma cockerels are offered for sale by Mrs. C. E. Heebner of Nehawka. Potential buyers should contact the seller to arrange details.

C. E. Heebner

Amick versus Murray Jury Deliberations Continue

The juried case of J. L. Amick vs Christ Murray progressed with many witnesses testifying and a large crowd listening. Deliberations continued at noon as of press time, with no verdict reached yet.

J. L. Amick Christ Murray

Children Taken To Lincoln In State Custody

The Banek family long observed living in a camouflaged manner in the town por tion faced county court action. The parents and five children from nine to two years old were found ill clad and dirty but well fed. The state adopted the children and Sheriff Quinton transported them to Lincoln for placement in the state children’s home.

Frank Banek Quinton Lincoln

Farm sale planned by Mark and Poulson in Nehawka area

George W. Mark living northwest of Nehawka and Andrew Poulson plan a farm sale today. The sale includes necessary farming utensils for farm work. Poulson owns land in Chase county and will sell off his holdings to be ready for any call to go to the front.

George W. Mark Nehawka Andrew Poulson

Plattsmouth Alum Joins Newcastle Bank Lineup

Oakley M. Polk, formerly of Plattsmouth now in New Castle Indiana, joins the Central Thrust Company board as director with H Edgar French and John H Morris. J Milton Cook elected vice president. Robert N. McIntyre re elected president. Other board members retained with solid business results reported.

Oakley M. Polk Plattsmouth New Castle Indiana Newcastle Ind Central Thurst Company L. P. Newby Earl Frazier Ray Davis First National Bank W.S. Chambers Trust Company Vaughan Polk Co H. Edgar French French & Sons’ Piano Co John H. Morris J. Milton Cook Robert N. McIntyre John H. Hewitt F. A. Bolser R. H. McIntyre David Frazier Badge Davis

John E Thompson Dies After Long Illness in Plattsmouth

John E Thompson, age just past forty, died after a long cancer battle at his Plattsmouth home. He served thirty years with Burlington shops, married Inez Patton in 1894, and is survived by his wife, son Glen, and his mother. Funeral set for February 2 at the Presbyterian church with Rev H G McCluskey officiating.

John E. Thompson Mr. Thompson Masonic Order The Odd Fellows Eddyville Iowa Plattsmouth Burlington Railway Company Mayo Brothers Hospital Rochester, Minn Inez Patton Glen Thompson Omaha Union Pacific Presbyterian Church H. G. McCluskey

Chamberlain's Tablets for Digestive Ailments

These tablets target stomach liver and bowel disorders and may relieve heartburn indigestion and constipation. The product promises relief for digestive troubles through a simple remedy.

Omaha to gain nine motor mail routes new plan

Postmaster Charles E. Fanning and J. E. George seek nine main motor mail routes from Omaha replacing five. Routes extend to Kansas City Hastings Des Moines Sioux City Council Bluffs and other points with branches along marked highways and a map prepared for submission to Postmaster General Burleson.

Omaha Plattsmouth Charles E. Fanning J. E. George Commercial Club Burleson George Fanning Hiawatha Kas Washington Highway Osceola Denver Nebraska City Auburn Falls City Maryville Fremont O'Neill

Star routes to manage motor mail deliveries study

Data on grading and condition of all roads within a 150 mile radius is being prepared by Mr George and Mr Fanning. Contracts will let routes to individuals or companies similar to mail carriage by street car and railroads. The motor mail route system will be known as the star routes.

Long Pine George Fanning

Jury Chosen in Amick Murrey Ford Trade Case

Dalits reports a suit by T. L. Amick over a sale dispute involving a Reo car and a Ford as part payment. Chris Murrey allegedly took back the Ford after trade. Jury selected for the hearing, defendant missing, case postponed to morning.

T. L. Amick Chris Murrey Murray Mr. Amich Walter Clause E. C C. Gibberson F. R. Cunningham George Weideman George Harten F Dill L. G. Tidd George Reichart Edward Leach W. A. Tulen John Routh T. Peacock

Brother Dies in Texas Air Camp

Miss Florence Buck of Gibbon arrived to visit her sister Mrs. G E De Wolf when they learned their brother Bradley Buck died at Kelly Field near San Antonio Texas from spinal meningitis. The body was sent to Gibbon for interment as Superintendent DeWolf his wife and Miss Buck prepared to attend the funeral. Buck had recently visited during enlistment in the aviation corps in December.

Florence Buck Gibbon G. E. DeWolf DeWolf Bradley Buck Kelly Field San Antonio Texas Buck Aviation Corps

January Weather Warned by Furlong Sees Severe Winter

The article recounts L. Furlong’s January weather prophecy from last fall noting a Mercury Venus conjunction that would bring a harsh winter. Many laughed at the forecast, but the writer says the severe January proved him correct and urges listening to his predictions.

L. Furlong Man Mr. Furlong Missouri

Funeral Today for Child of Yelick Family

Funeral services for the little child who died yesterday were held this afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Yelick. The Rev. Truscott of the Methodist church officiated at three o'clock. Interment followed at Oak Hill Cemetery.

James Yelick Truscott Methodist Church Oak Hill Cemetery

Dad Renner Returns Home to Plattsmouth for Winter Stay

John Dad Renner arrived in Plattsmouth from Leavenworth Kansas where he has lived at the Soldiers home. He has long visited here and now plans a longer stay likely through the winter.

John Dad” Renner Plattsmouth Leavenworth Kansas Mr. Renner

For Sale H P Coal Oil International Engine

Advertisement offering a For Sale listing for a H P Coal Oil International Engine complete. Inquiries directed to James Mrasek or via phone 221-1. Post date 1-28.

H. P James Mrasek Tfd&w

A Sad Farewell for Five Children at Burlington Station

A funeral was held at Burlington station for five children placed with parents from Austria, who could not provide proper care. The piece accuses lax welfare efforts and questions parental fitness, urging citizenship tests and better support to prevent such tragedies.

Burlington John Banek Leigh Peters & Parker Public Welfare Board Austria

Married in Omaha to former local resident

Edward Stoner of Omaha married Mrs. Belle Grassman, formerly of this city, at Grassman’s Omaha home. Grassman, eldest daughter of Abraham Rupley, had lived here for years before moving to run a rooming house in Omaha. Stoner, a paving foreman on Chicago Ave this past summer, plans to remain in Omaha with his new wife.

Edward Stoner Omaha Belle Grassman Brekenfeld Hardware Co

A. Hospe Co. Offers Used and New Pianos in Stock

The A. Hospe Co. of Omaha announces thirty five excellent bargains in used pianos priced from 560.00 to 200.00 and a large stock of new and player pianos ranging from 225.00 up. Interested readers are urged to contact them at once.

The A. Hospe Co Omaha

Resigned Over Pro German Policies at Weeping Water School

G. B. Hoppel, superintendent of Weeping Water schools, resigns amid controversy over alleged pro German sympathies. Sheriff Quinton served a State Council of Defense summons. Hoppel reportedly appeared anyway. Principal Shallenburger named as his successor. new principal to be appointed soon.

Weeping Water Republican Hoppel Weeping Water School Wausa Frank J. Tavis Hoypel Jesvine Hopper Quinton State Council of Defense Firth Council County Council State Council Shallenburger

A Hint to the Aged for Quick Cold Recovery

Aged readers are urged to rest in bed for one or two days at the onset of a cold and use Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. The advice claims this reduces recovery time and lowers the risk of subsequent serious illnesses.

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