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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1931

Page

2

Alve People Visit Relatives and Attend Meetings

Alvo residents shared news of visitors and gatherings including Miss Golda Klyver and Mrs. Doris Klyver spending the weekend visiting friends in Alvo. Ralph Wienr received a fountain pen for merit at Bush Bury school. Local trips included Lincoln shopping and Greenwood visits.

Carl Ganz Alve Ehmwood Golda Doris Klyver Sf Alve Lizzie Lewis Neal Edna Mabelle Winn Ralph Lincoln Ralph Wienr LaVerne Gibson Bush Bury O. ©. Quilhurst Wellsville Kas Jennie Rouse Alvo Mart Nickel Fred Wolfe John Banting Tnion Promine Bury Ralph Wins Ralph Dreamer Fern Hill John Weichel Arnie Fhm Jacob Daugherty Max Hollenbeck Tena Weicgheb Orley Clements Lucille Nelson Fairbury Pyttainn George Schafer Carrie Philip Schafer Otto Schafer Herman Wohlfarth A. J. Schafer West of Murray Uwnely George Miss Carrie Frank Wood Thomase Stent Chicago Canada Los Angeles California L. . Mullen J. I. Demmitt Greenwood A. T Snedsen Oniaho

Double Pour Club Year End Meeting at Weichel Home

The Double Pour club held its last meeting of the year on May 20 at Mrs. John Weichel’s home with sixteen members and sixteen visitors present. After the business session the west group presented a play The Old Malis Plen while Ralph Dreamer gave readings.

Double Pour John Weichel Ralph Dreamer Harry Weichel Lila Nickel Mabelle Winn

Congress Passes Reapportionment Law After 1920 Census

It notes that Congress newly elected chose to enact reapportionment following the 1920 census, reflecting a shift in political representation.

Congress

Death of Chas. Sutton Occurs in Omaha

Charles Sutton 63 died in Omaha after a stroke while staying with his daughter Mrs Emma Petty. Born near Pelia Iowa he later lived in Stewart Rising City and Alvo. He was a traveling man, Methodist, ex I O O F member, survived by wife four children and siblings. Funeral May 27 at Alvo Methodist with interment north of Alvo.

Charles Sutton Pelia Iowa Stewart T. Young Rising City Mr. Sutton Methodist Church Lodge Omaha Sutton Airs Emma Petty Alvo R. H. Chenowith Jackson Alva Glen Sutton Stockton Kansas William and Thomas Sutton Chappel

Wenatchee Area Obscured in 1930 Apple Crop Big Year

Wenatchee district reports a record 1930 apple harvest with over 26 000 carloads shipped and 9 million boxes exported through Portland and Seattle. The region, irrigated and expanding, saw rapid growth since 1902 with thousands of acres, vast storage, and cash sales driving market strength.

Wenatchee Wash Portland Seattle Hamburg Ger Northwest Wenatchee District Washington Wenatchee Valley Wenatches New York City

Tax Decrease Hailed Ahead of Congress Shift

Couzens says a tax cut is certain with the new Congress. He warns that politics with the Treasury Department could block any reduction.

Couzens Treasury Department

Manley News Items Visit and Local Travel Notes

Theo Harms brief time in Weeping Water sparked business matters on Wednesday afternoon. Lincoln guests Alice Alberding H M Blair and niece Effa Anderson visited the Harms home last Sunday. George W Curyea and wife of Lincoln visited John Grane in town midweek. Fli Keckler, working in York county, returned to Manley awaiting a new contract. he has remained here.

Theo Harms Alice Alberding H. M. Blair Lincoln Theo Harms Effa Anderson John Grane Fli Keckler York County Manley

Racek Moves to Manley From Mason City Area

Becomes resident of Manley Frank Racek formerly of Missouri Valley where he has been living while employed by the pipeline company through that part of Iowa. He moved to Manley and now resides in the Falischman house. Racek and family lived in Mason City before relocating westward. He and Anton Anerswald are cousins.

Manley Frank Racek Missouri Valley Iowa Falischman Mr. Racek Mason City Anton Anerswald

Pioneer Manley resident Joseph Macena born October 11 1857

Joseph Macena a pioneer of Manley born in 1857 in Howard county Iowa moved to Cass county Nebraska at age ten in October 1887 and spent about 64 years there. He farmed for many years and now retires in Manley living with friends and recalling past scenes.

Manley Joseph Macena Howard County Iowa Nebraska Cass County Joe

Raymond Fleischman Illness Amid Family Vigil

Raymond Fleischman of Louisville has suffered a long illness with blood and heart issues. Despite brief improvements, he declined early this year and grew very weak last week. Fred Flaischman and wife dispatched to assist, securing Mrs Hammond's nurse to tend Raymond and relieve his parents during the vigil.

Raymond Fleischman John Fleischman Louisville Raymond Fred Flaischman Fred

Diederich Wins Respite From Fremont Non-Support Jail

Martin Diederich twenty of Fremont won a three week reprieve from a ninety day jail term for non support of his seventeen year old wife Vera. Judge Herbert Rhoades noted scarce Fremont jobs and ordered continued incarceration until he could raise 250 dollars. Ward Cook his attorney said the city has few job calls and urged leniency based on character testimonials.

Omaha Joe Cook Fremont Martin Diederich Herbert Rhoades Ce Vera Cook Diederich Rhoades

Falls City Legion Post Buys Lodge Quarters

Falls City May 28 The American Legion has purchased quarters for lodge and recreation purposes. This marks the first home for post members since formation.

Falls City Legion Post Falls City American Legion Legion

Flag display urged for Memorial Day June 14 and July 4

The American Legion urges prominent display of the flag on Memorial Day June 14 Independence Day July 4 and in all patriotic events. National director Russell Cook says proper display shows reverence and misuse stems from ignorance of flag etiquette.

Legion Russell Cook American Legion

Two Bankers Face New Banking Charges in Stuart Collapse

New charges allege 12 counts against John M. Flannigan former president of the Nebraska Bankers Association and James C. Phinani S N in connection with the Citizens Bank of Stuart which closed December 1 1930. Prosecutors say deposits totaling 36000 were paid by transferring notes to Horace Shank and certificates of deposit not due were paid to eight others. Flannigan served as bank president and Phinani as vice president.

Thiurodayr John M. Pinnnlgen Nebruaka Bankers Association Jemesa CC. Phinani- S2n Citizens Bank of tSuart J. D. Cronin Lincoln Horace Shank John M. Flannigan Stuart Bank James C

Notice of Public Auction for 1927 Chevrolet Coupe

On June 18 1931 at 10 00 am the lien holder E Mathews will auction a 1927 Chevrolet coupe engine 3050100 license 1 12196 to satisfy a 27 50 labor and storage lien. The sale is at the north front door of the Mathews garage Greenwood Cass county Nebraska to the highest bidder for cash. The ownership is unknown to the lien holder.

Mathews Greenwood Cass County Nebraska

Barker Sues For Divorce From William Barker

Ella D Barker files in Cass county Nebraska District Court for absolute divorce and child custody. Desertion and extreme cruelty cited. Respond by July 20, 1931 or petition deemed true. Attorney J R Mueller represents plaintiff.

William, O. Barker A. D Ella D. Barker District Court of Cass County Nebraska

Notice to creditors in estate of Oscar Kell Deceased

In Cass county Nebraska County Court Plattsmouth the estate of Oscar Kell Deceased creditors are notified a claims hearing will be held June 26 1931 and September 26 1931 at 10 am to examine all claims for adjustment. Claims must be presented within three months from June 26 1931 and debts paid within one year from that date. Dated May 29 1931 County Judge A R Duxbury Seal

State of Nebraska Cass County Oscar Kell Plattsmouth Said A. Ti Duxbury

Bankruptcy Notice for Edgar T Fisher in Nebraska

In the United States District Court Lincoln Division Edgar T Fisher is bankrupt Case No 2103. The first meeting of creditors is scheduled for June 1 1931 at 10 a m in Federal Court Lincoln Nebraska to prove claims examine the bankrupt appoint a trustee and handle asset sales if needed.

District Ee United States District of Nebraska Lincoln Edgar T. Fisher Algo Cass A. D Federal Court Room Post Office Building Nebraska Transaees Otter McGlen Aban

Pig Survey Aims to Stabilize Nebraska Hog Production

Over 1 000 postmasters and rural carriers will distribute 18 000 pig cards to Nebraska farmers Thursday to gauge spring hog crop size and plan fall production. The survey, endorsed by A E Andersen agricultural statistician, seeks to stabilize prices by tracking supply and informing farmers, with the post office delivering the form for free.

Nebraska A. E. Andersen United States Department of Agriculture Post Office Department Anderson

Foreign trade shows majority of April exports in finished products

Commerce department analyzes April trade data showing domestic exports at 209.9 million dollars and imports at 185.7 million. Finished manufactures dominate exports while crude materials and other categories trail. Comparisons with April 1930 are provided for each category.

Washington United States Commerce Department

Confessed Slayer Carl Carlson Testifies Self Defense

Chicago May 28. Carl Carlson also known as Frank Jordan testified in his murder trial claiming he acted in self defense when he fired at two policemen during a crowd on a Michigan boulevard. He said he was frightened as someone seized him from behind and did not know he was under arrest.

Chicago Carl Carlson Carlson Frank Jordan Michigan Boulevard

Agnes Tiehen Dies at 46 in Falls City

Agnes Tiehen, 46, lifelong invalid, died Thursday after a weeklong illness. Heiress of a wealthy Richardson county family, she was daughter of Herman Hiehn who owned 1,900 acres at his 1911 death. Survived by a sister and two brothers. Funeral services and burial set for Saturday at Salem.

Falls City Agnes Tiehen Richardson County Hiehen Herman Hiehn Siser Mpurial Salem

Persistent Advertising Drives Steady Results

A local business notes regular, persistent ads yield steady customer growth. The strategy focuses on consistent placement across weeks and months to build recognition and sustain demand.

Fantastical claim on Vienna occupation by Little Entente

The Romanian foreign office labels a Budapest paper story fantastical claiming Czechoslovakia would occupy Vienna for the Little Entente. Prague denies any secret treaty and insists no military occupation plan exists despite rumors of an Austro German customs accord being enforced.

Bucharest Budapest Magyarsag Czechoslovakia Vienna Prague Foreign Office

Midget Twiste Hits Alma and Pauline Neb

A Nebraska storm report details Thursday and Wednesday events across Alma and Pauline. High winds and hail caused extensive damage including barns torn down, windmills destroyed, and 250 chickens killed. The storm damaged crops, windows, roofs, and blocked highways, with losses exceeding 200000 dollars.

Chain, Hall and Whids Nebraska Burlington Colorado Sterling Althe Lncal Weather Bureau K. G Hacker Here Catte van Dyke's Orleans Nick Flammang Pauline C. W. Bauder Clarence Anderson Gould Farm

Hawks Make Rapid World Flight From London To Paris

Paris Captain Frank Hawks completed a record breaking European flight in just over ten hours. He left Le Bourget, stopped for breakfast in London, dined in Paris, and continued to Berlin before returning to Le Bourget, averaging about 1990 miles per hour despite head winds and a Holland squall. Hawks will receive the 1930 trophy at a ceremony in Mount Vernon Thursday.

Paris Frank Hawks Europe London Berlin le Bourget Croydenfield England le Bourfet Croydon Holland Hawks International League of Aviators Mount Vernon Homestead

Griswold Plans Run for Nebraska Governor in 1932

George C. Snow reports Dwight P. Griswold of Gordon will seek the Republican nomination for governor in 1932. Griswold, publisher and former state senator, resigned in 1929 as state senate commander of the American Legion after earlier service in the house and three senate terms. Snow says Griswold expected to be in Lincoln for a special session and may announce further details then.

Lincoln Neb George C. Snow Chadron Nebraska Senate Dwight P. Griswold Gordon Griswold State Senate African Legion House of Representatives Senate Snow

County Board Pledges Gravel Near Humboldt

Falls City, May 28. Five miles of gravel will be laid on an easterly branch of the road south from Humboldt as soon as adequate funds are available, county commissioners announced.

Falls City Humboldt

Farmland for Sale Reported in Local Listings

In a brief classified snippet a farm property appears in sale notices. The readable text references land for sale and related details among local postings, with unclear scrawled notes and partial directions.

Prominent Crete Leader Anton Dredia Dies at 72

Anton Dredia longtime Crete mayor and public servant died aged 72 in Lincoln. Funeral at his Crete home at 2 a.m. with Rev. Harold Cooper. burial at Burlattm Riverside Cemetery. Dredia served as mayor seven terms city clerk board of education member and city treasurer. He was active in law and insurance with his son Thomas J. Dredia. He helped organize Crete State Bank and the Innovative Investment Company. Surviving wife Dessie two daughters Mrs Rice Odell and Mrs Groshans Kimball seven grandchildren and several brothers J Frank BR and Ed.

Crete Punetal Anton Direa Firty-Two City Essemior Thomas J. Dredia Ader Ceochoslovaktia DAGE Dredin Ameren Hie Paurecuka Thomas Dredia T. A. Miller C. B. Anderson Linerla Dredla Republican State Central Committee Dessie E. Rice Odell H. P. Groshans Kimball Janes Kabat Cyelo Feet Brothers Frank J. C Little Falls Minn Benatrice

Rail commission denies tri weekly service by Minneapolis & Omaha line

Railroad Commissioner Randall issues an order denying the Minneapolis & Omaha Railway Co. its request to substitute tri weekly for daily service on the Wynot to Sioux City line. The line will operate daily with Wynot as layover, improving mail delivery though passenger service remains limited. Towns affected include South Sioux City Ferry Dakota City Coburn Jackson Willis Ponca Newcastle Maskell and Obert. The change saves about 1647 dollars annually but would not be adequate for passengers. mail delivery continues daily with adjusted hours.

Randall Minneapolis & Omaha Railway Co Wynet Sioux City Wynot South Sioux City Ferry Dakota City Coburn Jackson Willis Ponca Newcastle Maskell Obert

Texas sheriffs honored for courage against mobs

Two Texas sheriffs Walter W. Covington of Beaumont Jefferson County and W K McLemore of Shamrock Wheeler County will receive medals from the Commission on Interracial Cooperation for saving imprisoned African Americans. Formal presentations set for Beaumont and Shamrock Sunday. Covington defended Rainey Williams during a jail siege June 28 29. McLemore persuaded 300 mob leaders July 12 to disperse.

Atlanta Texas Walter W. Covington Beaumont Jefferson County W. K. McLemore Shamrock Wheeler County Commission On W. W. Alexander Sherif Covington Rainey Williams Jesso Lee Washington McLenmore

Nebraska Corporations Get 7000 Tax Form Packets

Lincoln May 28 Secretary of State Frank Marsh began distributing 7000 blanks to as many Nebraska corporations for 1931 occupation tax reports. Domestic corporations have until August to file their reports.

Lincoln Frank Marsh Nebraska

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Alve News Double Four Bayer Chas. Sutton Wenatchee Area Anton Auerswald Coo. E Mathews Lien Holder J. R. Mueller Alma Biek Anton Diedla State Bank Commission
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