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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1925

Page

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Death of longtime Cass County resident Kinner Goodman

The death occurred last night at the home of his son George W. Goodman after a forty year residence in the community. Born in Ohio on August 2, 1835, he helped found the original church of the Disciples in Ohio and married Nancy Crouse in 1864. He leaves eight children including B F Goodman and George W Goodman, and four daughters. The Goodman family settled in Plattsmouth, Cass County, in 1885 where he was widely esteemed.

Kinner Goodman George W. Goodman Goodman Ohio Goollman Kentucky Indiana Thomas Cxumspieil Thomas Campbell Christian Church Nancer Crouse Azo Lemuel B. F. Goodman Near Manler Henry Goodman Peteridge William Goodman Grand Island Adolph Steinkamp Manney Ellen DeFreese Lincoln Miner Pederwood Burwell Cora Buskirk Nesth Platte

Pleasant Birthday Party for Master Richard Ranard

Yesterday afternoon a birthday party was held at Master Richard Ranard's home to celebrate his eighth birthday. Hetle school friends attended along with numerous relatives and neighbors, sharing games and refreshments around a birthday cake with candles.

Richard Ranerd Hetle School Vivian Johnnie Charlotte Palmer Dele Maxine Coetion Charles Kieck Nellie Margaret Raney Florence Lawrences Betty Rhodes Katherine Irene Anthes Elvin Elva Johnson Earl Jeanette Johnson Harold Mildred Vincent Richard Robert Eunice Raymond Reynard Rainey Rhodes Abs. Cotton Vincent Palmer Hathaway Kieck Ranard

ENJOYS TRIP TO OMAHA WITH LADY GUESTS

Yesterday Miss Alice Pollock entertained Miss Alice Lonnve Westcott and her guest Miss Irma Mueller of Arlington Heights IL with a pleasant auto party to Omaha. They visited Krug Park the beach and dined at the Athletic Club before a small theatre party and returning home late in the evening.

Alice Pollock Alice Lonnve Wescott Irma Mueller Arlington Heights Bys Pleasant Omaha Krug Park Athletic Club

Divorce Suit Filed by Carma E Lewis

Carma E Lewis sues Wayne E Lewis for divorce alleging cruelty and forced separation on June 24 1825. The petition asks for custody of two minor children and alimony. W G Kieck represents the plaintiff.

Carma E. Lewis Wayne E. Lewis W. G. Kieck

Made Fast Drive From Thursday's Daily

Harlan Gorder and Vernon Wood left Plattsmouth at 6 26 am on Thursday and reached Bovina Colorado by midnight that day. They ate dinner in Hastings and arrived Norton Kansas at 6 pm and reached the Colorado ranch 526 miles away before Tuesday.

Harlan Gorder Vernon Wood Omanbsa Plattsmouth Bovina Colorado Hastings Norton Kansas

Lincoln Women to Attend Columbia Summer Session

Miss Goldye Kaffenberger and Miss Gladys Kaffenberger of Lincoln depart June 20 for New York City to attend Columbia University summer session. They pursue education masters and study voice culture under Madame Haskell, joining the university choir. They will visit Des Moines and Washington before returning in August to resume teaching posts.

Ally Miss Goldve Gladys Kaffenberger Lincoln New York City Columbia University Columbia Madame Haskell J. H. Hall Goldye Kaffenberger Gladys Nebraska Club Des Moines Iowa Carl Cortright Washington, D. C Earl Bowman

Heat peaks at 104 degrees amid July heat wave

Weather records show Thursday's heat spiked to 104 degrees with a 73 degree low and hot winds. Nighttime crowds searched for cooling spots as residents endured the rare July heat surge and a slight daytime drop to 90 in the shade.

Nebraska Regent Delivers to National Catholic Daughters Meet

Mrs P J Firnn regent of the local Catholic Daughters of America and state advocate leaves for San Francisco to attend the national convention. She is named as a Nebraska delegate in recognition of her work and will represent the state at the gathering.

P. J. Firnn Catholic Daughters of America San Francisco

Doctor Westover Returns Home After Operation

Dr. R. P. Westover comes home from Omaha hospital where he stayed several days for treatment and a minor operation. He still feels the effects and will need further treatment but hopes to resume active practice in the coming days.

R. P. Westover Omaha

American Legion Elects Delegates to State Meeting

The Plattsmouth American Legion post held its monthly meeting at the M W A hall and chose delegates Henry Leacock Sr C L Pitman and Father George D Pierce to the state convention in Columbus July 27 28. Alternates named were Emil Hird Senford Short and Joseph A Capwell. A resolutions committee presented a sympathetic obituary for Clarence L Beal clerk of the district court and post 56 approved it unanimously. The post also planned to advance the memorial auditorium project starting ground work and excavation as funds permit.

American Legion M. W. A. Hall of the Legion Columbus Henry Leacock, Sr C. L. Pitman George D. Pierce Emil Hild Senford Short Joseph A. Capwell Legion State Organization Clarence L. Beal Frank Smith Emil Hird J. A. Capwell Hugh J. Rearns Department of Nebraska Hugh J. Kearns Plattsmouth

Charity Bridge Party for Miss Irma Mueller

Mrs. Frank L. Cummins hosted a Tuesday afternoon bridge at the Cummins home on Peterl street for guest of honor Miss Irma Mueller of Arlington Heights Illinois. Miss Nors Livingston won first prize and Miss Helen Wurl second with Miss Mueller earning the consolation prize. Dainty refreshments complemented the pleasant gathering of young ladies.

Frank L. Cummins Cummins Peterl Street Irma Mueller Arlington Heights Illinois Alice Louise Wescott Nors Livingston Helen Wurl Enest Miss Mueller

Enjoy Pleasant Time From Saturdays Dills- The Merry Workers

The Merry Workers Extension club met at Mrs. Fred Hanni's home on June 26 with twenty two members attending. Mrs. L G Meisinger demonstrated a steam pressure cooker cooking navy beans in one third the usual time. Mrs. R G Kiser lectured on Where and Why in Kitchen Arrangement. Mrs. Hanni served refreshments.

Merry Workers Extension Club Fred Hanni L. G. Meisinger R. G. Kiser

Movies Shape The Nation Says The New York World

The New York World notes that America is reflected by cinema and the viewing public consumes on screen visions. It argues that this cinematic portrayal shapes public thought and concerns about national character.

New York World America

Very Pleasant Party at Hunter Home Hosts Honor Bridge

Last evening Mrs. William Hunter and Miss Helen Hunter hosted a bridge party on North Eighth street for friends. Prizes went to Mrs. Henry G. Soennichsen and Mrs. Raymond C. Cook. out-of-town guests included Mrs. George F. Dovey of Chicago and Mrs. S. Arion Lewis of Omaha.

William Hunter North Eighth Street Helen Hunter FE. P. Stewart Henry G. Soennichsen Raymond C. Cook George F. Dovey Chicago S. Arion Lewis Omaha

Catholic Greek social party at Knights hall ends at midnight

Knights of Columbus hall hosted a cordial gathering of Catholic Greek members from KR A and CD A with card games high five and bridge. Prizes included a gentleman’s gift a wrist watch and a fine Airedale puppy. Music by Peter Gradeville orchestra accompanied dancing and vocal numbers from Irma Pitman Margaret and Elizabeth Liuffman Catherine Stefan and Zobovie of Omaha. Punch served by Mrs E J Richey as festivities continued to the midnight hour.

Knights of Columbus KR. of A C. D. of A C. D .Cof Bulding Joe Hrejei Anna Zitka F. G. Egenbereer John Bere- Tin Irma Pitman Margaret Elizabeth Ltiwmann Catherine Stefan Omaha Zobovie Alice Wooster John J. Cloidt Centleman Peter Gradeville E. J. Richey

Taken to hospital from Thursderys Dairy

Tommy Mendenhall, young son of Mr. and Mrs. William Mendenhall, was taken to Omaha yesterday afternoon and placed in University hospital for treatment. He had been ill for some time and not improving, with the exact cause not yet determined. It is hoped treatment will yield permanent relief.

Thursderys Tommy William Mendenhall Omaha University Hospital

Mrs Streight Suffered Relapse After Hospital Return

Mrs William J Streight was taken back to Clarkson hospital in Omaha on Tuesday after an operation for appendicitis several weeks ago. She had returned home briefly but has again suffered and was readmitted, with hospital reports noting continued distress at times.

Saterder William J. Streicht Clarkson Hospital Omaha Streight WS Sveral

Funeral of Clar ence L Beal Held This Afternoon

Funeral services for Clarence L. Beal were held at 2:50 PM at First Methodist Church. The service honored his life with Masonic and American Legion participation, with phrases from Frank Emory Pfloutz and musical renditions, followed by burial at Hill Cemetery amid floral tributes and lodge honors.

First Methodist Clarence L. Beal Herium Lezion Frank Emory Pfoutz St. John Frank A. Cloidt R. C. Cook tL. O=. Minor H. G. McClusky E. H. Weecott SE Hill Cemetrer Reymond I Larsds A. H. Duxburr

Fire safeguarding urged by architects and builders

Reid Robert Beck, president of Lonzeccre Engineering, argues in the New York Journal of Commerce for fire resisting construction to curb the vast annual losses from fires. He cites nationwide estimates of 15 000 fatalities and 17 000 injuries, and calls for architects to lead public education on safer building methods.

Frideys Dails Reid Robert Beck Lonzeccre Engineering & Constructiun Company New York Journal of Commerce Panama Canal National Board For Firs New York

Kennards to Locate in Murray as Doctor Takes Gilmore Practice

Dr. and Mrs. Clinton Kennard plan to move to Murray where Dr. Kennard will assume the medical practice of Dr. G. H. Gilmore. Gilmore and Mrs. Gilmore will travel this summer for health reasons. Kennard recently completed post graduate work at Anchor Hospital St. Paul and is a Nebraska University graduate. Mrs. Kennard is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Kroebler and has taught at LaPlette the past year.

Clinton Kennard Murray Kennard G. H. Gilmore Gilmore Anchor Hospital St. Paul Minnesota University of Nebraska Andrew Kroebler LaPlette

Bates Book and Gift Shop Showcases Dennison Crepe Paper

The Bates Book and Gift Shop features the newest Dennison crepe paper shades and attractive designs. This displays a fine line of crepe and accessories for crafts and gift wrapping.

Dennison Bates Book and Gift Shop

Will Not Compete From Frikiy's Party

The article recalls a past Fourth of July celebration in Isvy at Smith Grove where H N Devey, president of the First National Bank, featured prominently. As a youth he scaled a greased pole to win the gold watch attached to the top during a historic festival.

Frikiy H. N. Devey First National Bank Isvy Smith Grove Water Company Mr. Dovey

Death of Cass County Man in West

Word received of the death yesterday at his home in Lexington Nebraska of William Beardsley sixty. He was once Elmwood merchant and a known political leader in Cass county. He leaves a widow three daughters and four sons. He operated a furniture store in Elmwood which burned years ago then moved to Lincoln and Lexington where he lived. He was brother in law of Mrs C L Herger and Mrs Frei Oldenheusen of this city. Funeral will be in Elmwood Saturday at 10 a.m. with interment in the family lot.

Lexington Nebraska William Beardsley Elmwood Cass Country Beardsley Elarwood Lincoln C. LL Herger Frei Oldenheusen

Fireworks mishap near Main and 5th causes smoke and scare

A small wagon with Robert Livingston fireworks exploded in smoke after a fuse fell into gunpowder near Bates Book Store. The incident drew crowds as the large Bates window showed powder marks but remained intact. Livingston faces replenishing the supplies after the near disaster.

Robert Livingston Bates Book Store Emoire Bates Robert

Young Man Sails for Orient From Seattle to Hongkong

Mr and Mrs Henry Maury announce their grandson Henry Todd of Kearney is aboard the President McKinley en route to the Orient. The Seattle departure marks his first voyage across the Pacific aboard the American Line liner famed for evening music and dancing onboard during the long trip to the China port. Todd, a member of the shipboard orchestra, looks forward to seeing Orient scenes and the picturesque Chinese port.

Henry Maury Henry Todd Kearney Orient Honghong Toddie President McKinler Far East Seattle Pacific President McKinley Todd China Port

Nephew Seriously Injured In Omaha Hospital

Mrs. Arthur Stander and her daughter Mary stay at Cedar Creek while Pattie Metzger visits Bryan Metzger of Merriman in Omaha. Bryan, 28, was injured when his horse and saddle fell into a hole on his father Marion Metzger’s ranch near Cherry County, causing abdominal injuries. Local doctors fear complications as he undergoes treatment with neurology and surgery noted.

Arthur Stander Mary Ceder Creek A. H. Peterson Louisville

Will Try Warthen on Insanity Charge In Court

John Warthen case in police court continued to Friday as relatives plan to file with the insanity commission to commit Warthen to an institution. It is understood the murder charge will be dropped if action is taken.

John Warthen Insanity Commission Warthen Dineen World-Herald

Local Ad Service Delivers News To Your Door

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