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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1934

Page

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Mrs Petter Called to Final Rest in Omaha

Mrs W J H Petter of Plattsmouth died after a months long illness at Clarkson Hospital in Omaha. Canon Petter, her husband, cared for her at home and at the hospital. Ethel May McIntyre born in Woodstock Ontario, educated in Toronto, married in Prince Rupert BC in 1913, moved to the United States in 1925 and to Plattsmouth in 1951 to lead St Luke's parish. She is survived by her husband and her Toronto mother CC McIntyre, with funeral at St Luke's Friday at 2 pm and interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Omaha.

Clarkson Hospital Omaha W. J. H. Petter Canon Potter Ethel May McIntyre Woodstock Ontario Canada Toronto Havergal College North Pacific Coast Prince Rupert British Columbia United States Fort Worth Texas

Women Foreign Missionary Society Holds February Meeting

The Women's Foreign Missionary Society met at Mrs. C. C. Wescott's home on Wednesday afternoon. Miss Ella Kennedy led devotional on The True Light and Mrs. Frank Barkus guided lesson on Woman and Progress. Biographies of three Eastern leaders were discussed, prayer offered, a vocal solo performed, and refreshments served before adjournment.

Women's Foreign Missionary Society C. C. Wescott Ella Kennedy Frank Barkus

Charter Day Observance By Nebraska Alumni

Plattsmouth residents and Nebraska alumni plan a Charter Day banquet February 14 at the Stewart cafe dining room in the Hotel Riley. W G Kieck leads arrangements with a well known state university faculty speaker and features to revive student days. admission 50 cents.

University of Nebraska Plattsmouth Stewart Cafe Riley State University W. G. Kieck

Mrs Donet of Omaha In Serious Condition

Mrs H M Donet of Omaha, formerly of this city, is reported in very serious condition at her home. She has been ill for some time and has gradually worsened in recent weeks, making recovery doubtful. The Denat family lived here about thirty years ago.

Birthday Celebration Honors John Eliott at Fourteenth Year

A group of friends gathered at the Elmer Elliott home Wednesday evening to celebrate John Eliott's fourteenth birthday. Games entertained the guests, with warm wishes for many more happy anniversaries and a late hour finale of refreshments and a birthday cake with glowing candles.

Elmer Elliott John Eliott Hones

Study Center Students Win High Praise

The Plattsmouth Study Center at the high school, run under the CWS with Principal R. F. Patterson as counselor and Leona Hudson as director, has enrolled eleven students in college courses. Their American History and Political Science work earned marks of 90 or higher, with reader comments praising the quality.

Plattsmouth CWS R. F. Patterson Leona Hudson Plattsmouth High School George Adam Agnes Brink Greth Garrett Auston Rolland Helen Wowicott Marvin Tritsch Albert Tomian Plord Shanholtz Elmora Hennings Fey Hennings Stuart Porter

Dedication of New Methodist Church in Montevideo Urquay

Co. C. Wescott reports the dedication of a new Methodist Episcopal church in Montevideo Urquay opened December 10. The church ranks among South America's finest Protestant houses. Pastor Rev. Thomas A. Truscott formerly led Pottsmouth Methodist in 1917-18. Attendees included the Arreuary president and U S Secretary of State Cordell Hull at the Pan American congress.

Co. C. Wescott Montevideo Urquary South America Thomas A. Truscott Pottsmouth Arreuary Cordel Hull United States

Catholic Daughters Mark 12th Birthday with Luncheon in Plattsmouth

The Catholic Daughters of America celebrated their 12th anniversary in Plattsmouth with a 6:30 covered dish luncheon for members and families. After supper the gentlemen sang birthday greetings, and John Cloudt and Francis Heatherington gave vocal and whistling numbers as guests enjoyed bingo cards and dancing with a few invited attendees including Rev. George Agius and Rev. Marcel les Arius.

Earle Hell Catholic Daughters of America Plattsmouth John Cloudt Francis Heatherington Beirge Speent George Agius Plattsmouth Court Marcelles Arius Valparaiso Nebr Julius Pitz Mary and Frances Krejeci

Unusual Mishap Injures R. H. Fitch in Car Incident

R. H. Fitch, with son Hobert Fiten Jr., suffered a deep wound when a hunting knife in a case shifted during a crash to the left shoulder. The car struck a tree near Reck Bluffs and returned to Pisitemouth as Fitch bled heavily. He remains weak and bedbound after medical care.

Cropieye Fitch Hobert Fiten Reck Bluffs Robert, Amone Mr. Fitch Pisitemouth

Shower for Newlyweds From Parney Co. Staff

A group of employees and staff from the A. W. Par ney Co. hosted a wedding shower for Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Lemoyne at the Kruger home. The couple, married January 10 at the Catholic church in Weston Missouri, were on a honeymoon in New Orleans. The groom captains the steamer Hustier used in river work at the site.

Airs BE. L. Kruger A. W. Parney Co Curtis Lemoyne Weston Missouri Orleanns Algo Sroom Simsport Louisiana Air Lamoyne

Death of former Plattsmouth resident Matilda Kuschinsky

Matilda Kuschinsky 72, a former Plattsmouth resident, died in Omaha on Thursday from a heart attack. Survived by daughters Mrs. William Haffke and Mrs. George Hrasky and son Robert Kuschinsky of Omaha, services at Janda Funeral Home Omaha then St. John’s Church in Plattsmouth with mass at 9:30 p.m. Interment in Plattsmouth Catholic cemetery.

Matilda Buschinsky Plattsmouth Omaha William Haffke Frank Kuschinsky William Knff Ke George Hrasky Robert Kusehinsky Janda Mortuary St. John's Church

Omaha man renews Journal subscription during brief visit

Louis H. Heil of Omaha visited the Journal on Wednesday while en route to Roy Mei singer's funeral. He renewed his subscription to the paper, the semi weekly edition, during the stop.

Louis H. Heil Omaha Roy Meisinger Journal

Mules Bring Record Price At Local Auction

Rex Young, local auctioneer, conducted four sales in Otee county on Wednesday for Herr Boch ering cetite, selling six mules to a top price of 418 dollars. Young says this is the highest price paid for mules in the region. The event drew over 2,000 people from Utcoe and the Southeast Celld Country, with several other lots fetching strong prices.

Rex Young Otee County Utoue Sowthesi Celd

First Filing for 1934 Primary Sheriff Nomination

Martin B. Nielsen of Weeping Water filed for the Democratic nomination for county sheriff in the first 1934 primary entry. He is a longtime farmer and new to politics, aiming to meet residents and present his campaign while more filings are expected as deadlines near.

Martin B. Nielsen Weeping Water Sherif Nisisen Polizicadd

Birthday Surprise for John Buechler at Home

A birthday surprise gathered Wednesday evening at John Buechler’s home with friends and family. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Gien Weterkamp, Dan Terryberry, Norman Kenner, Cesar Baumeart and others, sharing conversations and a luncheon in a festive observance.

John Buechler Gien Weterkamp Bir Dan Terryberry Dan Vivian Normann Kenner Cesar Baumeart Billie Jess Terryberry Mary Donald Bre August Ekaffenberger Bernice Blten Earl Hull Air John Terryberry Glen Terryberry Johr Buechier

Superintendent Devoe's car missing after city duties

Friday note reports Superintendent Devoe's car stolen after he left it parked while handling evening appointments. Police checked the city for hours but did not recover the vehicle as a search continued into the night.

Devoe

Comestery Operation News From Omaha Hospital

B A Rosencrans from this city underwent surgery Thursday at Lori Lister hospital in Omaha. Reports say he is doing nicely and has rallied well. The operation was not dangerous and recovery is hoped soon. Mrs Rosencrans visited him in Omaha today.

B. A. Rosencrans Lori Lister Omaha

Dollar Days Contest Promises Business Fun

Local business men plan a special feature during Dollar Days with an A themed contest testing residents wits. Twenty eight ads will carry the Juttys and readers will be challenged by altered letters. Full details and super bargain ads to follow in the Journal next week.

Burintes Alen's Secon Plattemouth

Park Improvement Financed With New City Funds

The athletic park project in the city received additional appropriations totaling 3900 dollars for park work and 500 dollars for SB material. Banks along the south were removed, filling lifted the park above Washington avenue, expanding to two fine baseball fields and an athletic area. A cinder track and improved outfield are planned, with a high school track meet expected as the first event.

Athletic Park Civl Washington Avenue High Senegal Athletic Department

Auto Truck Crash Near Murray Injures Auburn Messenger

A civil site-truck crash occurred just before noon on highway 75 north of Murray when L. O. Wilson of Auburn, representative of the Armour company, collided with a truck owned by L. E. Scott near the Scott farm. Wilson suffered multiple injuries including a broken collar bone and fractured shoulder, and was treated in town before returning to Auburn.

Wilson Wes H Scott Farm Wilson Inter Auburn Nebraska City

Propst Undergoes Cataract Operation in Miami

Friends of Robert L. Propst formerly of Plattsmouth learn of his recent cataract removal procedure. He spent two weeks at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami and has returned to his Florida home. Propst was joined by Miss Mayo n D. Propst and Mr. Dowright A. Propst. He invites correspondence from Cass county acquaintances.

Robert L. Propst Plattsmouth Jackson Memories Hospital Miami Florida Mayo N D. Propst Dowright A. Propst Propst Cass County

Privitt couple to move to Missouri farm

Mr and Mrs George Privitt longtime Wet community residents plan to move to a northwestern Missouri farm about thirty miles from Rockport. They anticipate the sale closing soon and will relocate after arranging the transfer. They have been active in local community work and will be missed by many friends.

George Privitt Privin Missouri Rocsport T& Over

Plattsmouth High Music Wins Big at M I N I Contest

Plattsmouth High School music department excelled at the M I N I tournament held at Peru State Teachers College. Over 300 entries showcased strong performances from Margaret Taylor Lois Giles and William Jensen plus piano strings and vocal groups earning high ratings and honors for the local school.

Plattemouth High School Peru State Teachers College Margaret Taylor Lois Giles William Jensen Jane Boedeker Murrey Pinttsmouth High School Pinttsmouth Alice Histt Lois Bester Mildred Margaret Yelick Loreal School Helen Gilmour Mary Annie Rosencrane Lois Restor Verna Wells Virginia Trively

Abandoned Dodge Found Near Masonic Home

Friday night officers near the Masonic Home found a Dodge four door with license 1L1-4082 registered to Fred Thomas of Abraska. The car appeared driven until the gas tank was drained and then abandoned, with Nebraska City police alerted to contact the owner.

Nebraska City

Residents of Murdock Visit County Court

A group from Murdock attended county court today led by Mrs. Lena Neben and her children Martha Erza and Dan to address local matters.

Murdock Lena Neben Martha Erza Dan

Death of Mrs. E. C. Harris at Omaha Hospital

Mrs. E. C. Harris died at an Omaha hospital after a caesarian operation. She had lived in the city for several years since marriage to Mr. Harris and was active in social circles. Survived by husband Hur and daughter Jeanette, the community extends sympathy to the family.

E. C. Harris Omaha Hoospital Hur Omahs Jeanette

Wedded in California Warren Forsythe nuptials

The marriage of James A. Warren formerly of this city and Miss Helen Forsythe took place January 27 in San Francisco California at the Lutheran Church pareonsgee. They reside at 45 Euclid Avenue and were hosted by relatives and friends following the ceremony.

San Francisco California James A. Warren Helen Forsythe Lutheran Church Frank Hutchison Butchuson Minneapolis Warren Frank EE. Warren Burlington Store American Express Company Mr. Warren

Overrule of Taxation Challenge in Plattsmouth Bridge Case

District Judge Landis of Seward rules on the Plattsmouth Bridge Company v Turner case addressing property taxation. He finds the bridge property is correctly taxed in the Cras County second school district following trial findings.

Lendis Seward Plattsmouth Dudie Landis Schow Cras

Assessors Meet at Lincoln to Address Auto Tax Issue

State Tax Commissioner W H Smith convened a meeting of auto tax officials with state assessors at the capitol. W H Puls, Daily County Assessor, traveled to Lincoln to join the discussion on the tax problem facing the association.

W. H. Puls Lincoln State Assessors Association W. H H. Smith State Assessors’ Association Puls Capitol

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