Fifteen More Men Sent to Funston for Cass County
Fifteen additional soldiers will be sent to Funston to complete Cass County's quota under the first selective call.
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Funston
Cass County
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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1918
Page
1
Draft call confirms local county quota for World War I
The article explains the first draft call will complete Nebraska's quota of 15 men for class one, with fourteen already discharged and fifteen slated for March. It lists named individuals by order number and notes possible delays for the second call, possibly in May or June, depending on German progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Bnt
Washington
William Andrews
Carl W. O'Lander
William M. Schildmeyer
Walter W. Olson
Harry Sadderies
Cate
F. R
Durham
Serl W. Sloniger
Nicolas Limpach
Henry Dumont
Ralph J. Twiss
George Henry Kopischa
John H. Buskirk
Franklin R. Comstock
Philip Theriolf
Joseph BE. Bulin
Roberta. Hebel
Clyde E. Seymour
Neht P. Miller
Louis Bromko
Rueben C. Appleman
Albert Stachetzskie
Plattsmouth Pioneer Sicks Father in Cedar Creek
Frank Warren, of Plattsmouth, departed for Cedar Creek to be with his father Charles Warren, who after a long barbering career here and elsewhere, has been ill with pneumonia for ten days and remains in a grave condition at Cedar Creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Warren
Cedar Creek
Charles Warren
R Creek
It Is Hoped He May Find His Parent Engraved
A man seeks guidance on aiding his aged father who has surpassed seventy two years, hoping his parent’s name may be engraved upon arrival as a sign of recognition and care.
Service Flag Presented at Methodist Church
Tom Mondas Daily presents a silk service flag made by a church member featuring stars for members who joined the service. Rev Truscott announced the gift and E B Wescott spoke about the young men who had gone. Unveiling and acceptance speeches were given by Robert B Windham and Thomas W Glenn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Mondas
Daiiy
Young Men’s Bible
Blair Dies at 72 in Gravity Nearby Home
W M Blair father of Mrs S F Andre of this city died at his Gravity area home aged 72 from heart leakage. Mrs Andre cared for him for two weeks as she helped nursing. Her husband Mr Andrews learned of the death after traveling away Saturday night and said he would not return until late in the week. Funeral arrangements are not yet known.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gravity
W. M. Blair
S. F. Andre
Andrews
France
Fred Horton
University of Nebraska
Paul Roberts Taken to Emanuel for Health Inquiry
Lumber man Paul Roberts of Cedar Creek was taken to Emmanuel hospital last evening for extensive health tests. Local doctors had examined him here and advised further inquiry with X ray pictures of his stomach. Mrs Roberts accompanied him to Cedar Creek awaiting the results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Roberts
Cedar Creek
Emmanuel Hospital
Omaha
Roberts
Percy Warthan Seriously Ill at Camp Cody NM
A second bedside report from Camp Cody New Mexico states Percy Warthan has passed the mastoid operation and remains in serious condition. A lieutenant’s message notes limited detail, though family and friends would like better news. Warthan has been ill for some time and has spent much of his stay in hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percy Warthan
Camp Cody
New Mexico
Percy
Poster Show at Public Library Promotes Lafayette and U S Soldier
The Daily notes Olive Jones and Verna Leonard hung an attractive library poster in the main room. It features Lafayette imagery from the early revolution era and a fine specimen of a U S Soldier. The caption invites viewers to see the display and celebrate France and America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Library
Olive Jones
Verna Leonard
Lafayette
France
U. S
Mrs Pruitt Enters Tuberculosis Hospital for Treatment
Mrs Wm Pruitt left this morning for Kearney to enter the Tuberculosis Hospital there for treatment. Her two sons George Ellice of Missouri Valley and Ray Ellice of this city accompanied her and will stay briefly to see how she progresses with the treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Pruitt
Kearney
George Ellice
Missouri Valley
Ray Ellice
Letters From a Son in U S Service Amid World War I
A wartime letter from Matthew Herold, motor section infantry, 116th American, describes arrival in France, slow mail, Y M C A comforts, language hurdles, and views of Brittany towns. He mentions meeting Fred Horton and a Nebraskan acquaintance, and notes wearing rubber boots and a fond note to family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H
Matthew Herold
Infy. Co
N.Y
Will Get Half Dozen Cars From Pollock Auto
From Monday's Trally The T H Pollock Auto Company secured six cars for delivery. A crew led by Nay Hitchman drove Ford and Universal cars from Omaha to the local lot for awaiting customers. Drivers included Leonor Mc Bride Jeff Salsburg Willie Meisinger David K Ebersole and Elmer Wetencamp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. H. Pollock
Omaha
Telegraph Pole Replacement On Ashland To Oreapolis Line
Telegraph crew rebuilds the Ashland to Oreapolis line placing new poles along the entire distance and transferring wires from old poles. They add extra wires to handle growing traffic on the Burlington route carrying freight between east and west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashland
Oreapolis
Burlington
Shop workers aid stranded salesman in muddy ditch
After shops closed in Burlington, P F Rhin of the Daylight Stores drove a car into a ditch. Workers from the shops pushed with the gear in reverse, freeing the vehicle from mud as Rhin thanked his friends and drove away smiling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
P. F. Rhin
H. M. Soennichsen
Phillip
County School Patriotic Day Observed February 22
The county schools plan a patriotic day inviting parents to observe classroom work and daily routines. The event, linked to Washington's Birthday, aims to show parents whether sending children to school is worthwhile. The note compares school oversight to checking livestock care to spark interest.
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Washington
Office Supplies at the Journal
Office supplies and equipment are listed at the Journal office. Readers are invited to visit the premises to inspect items available for purchase or use, with pricing and terms to be confirmed at the desk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Journal
Brady Cooper celebrate fiftieth wedding anniversary
The notice reports John Brady of Manchester Ohio and Miss Sarah Martha Cooper marrying in 183? at the bride’s home and later settling in Savannah Missouri. After 37 years in Andrew and Atchison counties they moved to Plattsmouth and yesterday marked their 50th anniversary with a public open house from noon to five. A luncheon was served by Mrs. Gobeman, Mrs. Balser, and Mrs. Brady. Out of town guest Mrs. O H Bayless arrived with three daughters. A hundred dollars in gold was given to the couple, equaling fifty dollars each, as a symbol of golden years. The Plattsmouth Journal offers congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thesday’s
John Brady
Manchester
Ohio
Sarah Martha Cooper
Pacific
Savannah
Andrew
Atchison
Frank Gobeman
Florence Balser
H. E. Brady
O. H. Bayless
Hildreth
Beulah
Dorothy
Watson
Nlo
Plattsmouth
Mrs. Brady
Mrs Everett and husband move to Pittsburg Mo
Mrs Claude Everett formerly of this city and Union now in Nebraska City plans move to Pittsburg Missouri after selling possessions. She is visiting with Mrs R A Bates while Mr Everett has already taken stock and farming implements south and will be joined later after settling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Everett
Union
Nebraska City
Pittsburg
R. A. Bates
Everett
South
He Can Still Dance Juber
The notice recalls Sam Gilmour as a small boy about four, recalling how Juber danced it like a pacer at a 150 gate, from Monday's Daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juber
Sam Gilmour
Dancing the Juber Returns to the Gilmour Home
A note describes a young man briefly feeling lively and dancing the Juber of old times. Early this morning a small child with starry blue eyes visited Mr. and Mrs. Sam Gilmour to cheer their family. The household remains in good spirits after the cheerful moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Gilmour
Work That the Welfare Board Could Do
From Tuesdays Truly the piece laments neglect of children and families and argues for a Public Welfare Board. It notes issues with home life, enforcement of ordinances, and the negative impact of freezing out games and dice trading on society and outcomes of a pending resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welfare Board
Law regulates sale of explosives and ingredients
Congress has passed H. R. 3832 regulating sale of explosives and ingredients including potassium chlorate saltpetre and nitric acid. Purchasers must obtain a license from the county clerk for quantities over one ounce and show it when buying.
Plattsmouth Boy Succeeds As Teacher
Plattsmouth boy Carl Cunningham teaches at Grand Prairie school where a Monday evening box social and play Deacon Dubbs drew a crowded turnout. Boxes sold for $85.45 and a bon-bons box for Miss Silvia Schilie fert pushed total proceeds to $98. The event showcased community support for local schooling and Cunningham’s work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Prairie
Deacon Dubbs
Carl Cunningham
Plattsmouth
Silvia Schiliefert
Elmwood
Echo
Mynard Red Cross Chapter Notes Local Effort and Donations
The Mynard Community Chapter reports growing participation since July with charitable events at M. W. A. hall raising funds. Total receipts 104.54 from suppers and tea plus donations. ships 185 dressings and 460 compresses and 180 compresses 5 cms. Acknowledgments to Mrs. Wetenkamp and Mrs. Gapen for hosting and serving. George Dovey left for Omaha to attend a show.
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RED Cross
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Ladies Aid Society
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G. H. Will
Red Cross Ieeatieeia CN
Grandma Perry
Pontius
Martha Wetenkamp
Albert Wetenkamp
Oscar Gapen
Cordiel
R. G. Kiser
A. W. Leonard
Treas
C. E. Heebner
Nehawka
George Dovey
Treasury Department
Collector of Internal Revenue
First National Bank
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