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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1913

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Pleasant affair at the Gering home

Last evening the Gering home on North Sixth street hosted a dancing party in honor of guests Mes srs. Ludwig Miller of Omaha and Leonhardt Pfeiffer of Olewein Iowa over the holiday season. The event featured holiday colors, music, and refreshments for a crowd of young attendees including Lillian Dwyer Edith Dove Margaret Donelan Jessie Fox Janette Patterson Barbara Clement Morente Beenberger Harriett Mament Gretchen Donnelly Janet Gemernt Marie Donnelly Gertrude Morgan Lucille Gass Helen Wovey Helen Cidass Florence Povey Hallie Parmele Madeline Minor Gladys McMaken Violet Dodge Stella Blake and many others plus Mr and Mrs Frank Tipton Seward Neb and guests Dwight Patterson Sam Windham Charles Dovey Norman Dickson Carl Schmdtmann Milton McMaken Stanley Kubas John Faber Ralph Marshall Matthew Herold Governor Dovey Pollock Parmele George Dovey Lynn Minor Conrad Schlater Henry McMahen Will Egenberger and Edwin Fricke.

Gering North Sixth Street Mia Barbara Goering Messrs Ludwig Miller Omaha Leonhardt Pfeiffer Olewein Iowa Lillian Dwyer Edith Dove Margaret Donelan Jessie Fox Janette Patterson Barbara Clement Morente Beenberger Harriett Mament Gretchen Donnelly Janet Gemernt Marie Donnelly Gertrude Morgan Lucille Gass Helen Wovey Helen Cidass Florence Povey Hallie Parmele Madeline Minor Gladys McMaken Violet Dodge Stella Blake Racine Wisconsin Frank Tipton Seward Nel Dwight Patterson Sam Windham Charles Dovey Norman Dickson Carl Schmdtmann Milton McMaken Stanley Kubas John Faber Ralph Marshall Matthew Herold Governor Dovey Pollock Parmele George Dovey Lynn Minor Conrad Schlater Henry McMahen Will Egenberger Edwin Fricke

Funeral of the late James Hodgert

Funeral services for the late James Hodgert were held yesterday at the West Main home. The First Presbyterian Church pastor H. W. Lorimer spoke, hymns were sung, and pallbearers J M Roberts G O Morgan J A Stawls F H Wascott J W Donnally and G J Farley guided the casket to Oak Hill cemetery. Hodgert was a respected longtime citizen and his passing saddened many.

James Hodgers West Main Streets M. W. Lorimer First Presbyteriana Church

Mrs. Glen Rawls Improving After Hospital Stay

From Fridays Daily, reports from the bedside of Mrs. Glen Rawls in Omaha describe a steady recovery. She is gaining strength and can take nourishment, with clinicians optimistic for a full return to health soon.

Glen Rawls Omaha

Local travelers depart for extended journey through Cuba and Florida

L. A. Upton and Joe Bauer left yesterday for a several week trip. They will pass through Chicago to Havana to view Cuba and then proceed to Florida to visit Hallia Delaney and family and inspect Upton's land there. Roy hopes to find a Cuban wife for Joe if possible.

L. A Joe Union Ledger

Degree of Honor in Tall New Officers

The Degree of Honor lodge held the installation of new members at the ALO U W hall last evening. Past Chief Miss Teresa Hemeple led the ceremony attended by about eighty lodge members and many friends. A lively social followed with dancing, a high five, refreshments, and a late exodus as attendees looked forward to the next lodge event.

Alo. U. W. Hall Teresa Heme Ple Teld Lodge Howe

Shepherd of the Mills brought to Parmentine theater stage

Harold Bell Wright’s The Shepherd of the Mills has been adapted into a play by Wright with Risbury W Heynolds. It premieres Wednesday night January 8 at Parinvele theater in Ozark mountain scenery and strong character drawing. Gaskill and Mae Villy produced with noted mounting.

Shepherd of Harold Bell Wright America Mr. Wright Risbury W. Heynolds Parinvele Theater Ozark Mountains Ogark Mountine Blabery W. Teynolds Parmeleheater Ozarks Ste Fek Armenius Matt Sirnyay Poog Pete Boone Dourae Promigers

Invited by Judge to Walk Out of Town in Plattsmouth

William Moore and Noy Ryan appeared before Judge M Archer in Plattsmouth charged with drunkenness and vagrancy. They pled guilty to drunkenness and denied vagrancy, were fined five dollars and costs, and the judge allowed a thirty minute street stroll before they face jail if they linger.

Priday’s Willian Moore Noy Ryan M. Archer Plattsmouth Diel Handsome County Sean

Forest Rose Flour Promises Quality To Shoppers

Forest Rose Flour guarantees top quality equal to any flour on the market. Sold by all leading dealers. Try it.

Annual Meeting Deepens Ties at Christian Church

The Christian church held its annual meeting at the Woulman building with business sessions and reports from the church societies. Over 180 dined in the decorated dining room served by the Helpers of the Church. Officers for the coming year were elected including Elders Thomas Wiles W R Bryan and G P Eastwood and deacons Soln Stander L J Wiles Claude May abb OG Studson GC M Manners and P F Rhins doweenesses. W R Bryan was named trustee for three years and Ron D Duncan kolon berger named ex officio board member with Mrs Briggs as secretary.

Woulman Thomas Wiles W. R. Bryan G. P. Eastwood Soln Stander L. J. Wiles Claude Mayabb OG Studson GC. M. Manners P. FP

Christmas Gathering at Straub Brothers Home

A Merry Christmas gathering was held at the Straub Brothers residence on December 24. Mrs Johaisiensen supervised the dinner as the room featured tasteful seasonal color. Santa arrived with gifts for young and old, and the group enjoyed games, songs, and festive cheer before departing.

Prin Straub Brothers Migs Judith Donna Straub Johaisiensen Ranta Chris Santa Strauh Brothers

Hunters bag two wolves and six jackrabbits near Missouri river

From Murray a hunting party of about thirty-two men set out Friday and Wednesday morning armed with various weapons to chase game along the Missouri river vicinity. They secured two large wolves and six jackrabbits for the bag and announce another joint hunt planned for next Monday at Murray.

Daly Murray Missouri River

Billy Gets the Whole Hog

Rev. W A Taylor returned home Monday to find a dressed hog left on his doorstep. The incident was traced to Mr D Blair Porter, who says he intended it as a gift and seeks guidance on how to proceed with the matter.

W. A.taylor Mr. Taylor D. Blair Porter Blair Tinion Lascden

Plattsmouth High Class of 1942 Banquet Reunites Alumni

Plattsmouth High School 1942 graduates held a banquet at M. W. A. hall with about fifteen members attending. Major Arvies acted as toastmaster and speakers, including Rue Frans Miss Dina Sheep Miss Goldie Noble and Eimer Frans, celebrated school memories and plans for an alumni association.

Plattsmouth Wieh M. W. A. Hall Major Arvies Alates Rue Frans Union Plattismouth High School Dna Sheep Goldie Noble Eimer Frans Asa

Mortgage records of City and County for 1912

The 1912 mortgage record shows farm property filings 14 with value 944861, city filings 1475 valued at 8116100. Releases: farm 22 valued at 860048, city 11% valued at 890430. Despite more releases on farms, released value was lower than filings. city filings exceeded releases in number and value.

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Information sought on homestead settler M A Brooks

District Clerk James Hoberlaon received a letter from Parnell Nebraska requesting information about M A Brooks who settled on a homestead in that area years ago and is believed to have come from this county. The inquiry was made by D W De Tashmutt formerly of Pad tle Junction now interested in the land.

James Hoberlaon Parnell Neb M. A. Brooks Bhomestead D. W. de. Tashmutt Padtle Junction

Warning on Selecting Seed Corn by State Farm Experts

Agricultural officials warn farmers to choose seed corn carefully due to high moisture levels found in many samples. Prof G W Pugsley notes moisture could affect next year’s crop, advising tests for germination and storage in a dry place until planting. Presley reports most ears show poor germination without seed tests.

G. W. Pugsley Institute Presley

Numbers of motorcycles sold in Nebraska 1912

The record lists makes and totals of motorcycles sold in Nebraska between January 4 1912 and December 4 1942 showing Excelsior 260 Indian 222 Harley-Davidson 129 Thor 63 Yale 49 and other brands reflecting rising travel and recreation use.

Nebraska Excelsior Indian Harley-Davidson Thor Yale Wagner Morkel Neading-Standard Flanders American Sears Marsh-Melz Ka Egele Henderson Monarch Pierce Pape Emblem Curtis Marvel Aurora Bele Ay Arrow Haverford Minneapolis Imperial Stod- Aird-Davion Olds Stanley Torpedo Shaw Allianet Kokomo Watford Trumph Detroit Bhickel Nelianet Kulture Waverly Gax Mra Sena Thieme

Glen Perry Halt by Team Run Something Away

Obie Perry and a team hauling wood near Minerd were frightened causing the wagon to run away. The wagon was wrecked with only the front wheels remaining while the wood and harness scattered along the route. Perry survived the incident though sufferer of severe bruises and concussion symptoms今日

Obie Perry Minerd Lenin Perry Mr. Peery

Ladies' Aid Meats At M B K Church Hosts

The Ladies' Aid society of the M B K church gathered in the church parlor on Friday afternoon. Hostesses Mrs Beeson Mrs Beeson Nettie Teeson and Sarah Beady oversaw the gathering. Plans for the new year were discussed and the afternoon concluded with social time and amusements followed by a fine luncheon.

Ladies’ Aid Society M. BK Messames FB PF. Beeson Nettie Teeson Sarah Beady Wostesses

For Rent House Ad Prompts Journal Want Ad

Short house for rent notice urging readers to use a Journal Want Ad to list or find rental homes. Includes call to action and brief leasing idea for local seekers.

Bastardly Case Settled in Justice Archers Court

In Archers court Miss Martha Weillsel sued Fred Babredge for damages. The defendant agreed to pay £200 to the plaintiff plus costs, ending the trial which drew many spectators. Both parties live near Greenwood and are well known locally.

Improvements At The Lighting Company Office

From Saturday's tally the Nebraska Lighting Company plans interior improvements on Main Street to display a full line of electrical appliances for home and business use. Waren and Cecil will move to the new location after selling their business, and Warka has taken over partner Magh Geeil's interests. The remodel aims for a neat store room and full operation to show election features to buyers.

Netraska Lighting Company Main Street Waren & Cecil Te Heht Company da Dae Warka Magh Geeil

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Ludwig Miller and Leonhardt James Hodgert Marshall Coates Block THE Christian Church Straub Brothers’ Home Billy Glen Perry Ladies' Aid Meats Shepherd OF the Hills Mele the Lighting Company the Journal For
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