Greenwood Social Notes and Local Appointments
Greenwood reports numerous visits and travels including Ed and A Bowers return from Hyannis and Florence Beighley from Plattsmouth. Local officials and residents like Clarence Maston resign from night watch and trials of jurors continue in Lincoln. Community events feature church ladies, Kensington gatherings, school levy talks, and seed corn procurements amid spring duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Bowers
Hyannis
Florence Beighley
Plattsmouth
Clarence Maston
Merchants
A. R. Spiers
Genevieve
Lincoln
Balter
Firing Squad from Greenwood Legion Officiates in Alvo
The firing squad of the Greenwood American Legion post officiated at Alvo and gave the customary salute over the graves of World War I service members. The event was attended by all post members and praised as a fine gathering with the local Alvo servicemen described as a fine group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alvo
Greenwood American Legion
Visit of Omaha Family to Greenwood and Verdon
Mrs FE L James and children from Omaha visited their parents in Greenwood then traveled to Verdon to spend the weekend with their other daughter Mrs Baylie Lewis and family. They returned home the first of last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verdon
FE. L. James
Omaha
C. F. Peters
Greenwood
Baylie Lewis
A. M. Wilkinson
Bloomfield
Iowa
H. C. Zandler
C. E. Tefft
A. D. Bachelor
Thurman
Clyde Jackson
Carl Bb. Ganz
Alvo
Court House
J. A. VanAnda
Caroline
Frances
W. A. Robertson
Kenneth Leech
Fort Dodge
George Fornoff
Crystal Lake
Ilinois
Olaf Blainner
Roy Knorr
Jean
Hastings
Knorr
Plattamouth
Denver
Havelock
Roy Perkins
William Nelson
West
W. D. Smith
M. E. Menspeaker
George Guild
Will Sell All Property of George Kamm at Auction
George Kamm of Greenwood offers all his property for sale to the highest bidder. He has not yet fixed the exact disposition but plans to reduce his local holdings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Kamm
Greenwood
Kamm
Pailing Farm Sells for 11300 at Administrator Sale
The W. H. E. Pailing farm of 120 acres east of town was sold at an Administrator's sale last week for 11300 dollars. The buyer was Mrs RK Conn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pailing
W. HE. Pailing
Rk, Conn
Fire destroys barn workshop and car belonging to Gust Lerman
A recent blaze consumed the barn garage and carpenter shop of Gust Lerman destroying the car and all on hand including tools and materials. The fire left him in a precarious position to restart work and resume business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gust Lerman
Visitor from Powhatan Kansas Returns With Family
Mrs R E Matthews and her mother Mrs Belle Wilson visited the old Powhatan Kansas home for a week. They enjoyed the visit, and on Sunday Bob arrived bringing his wife home in the car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Matthews
Powhatan
Kansas
Belle Wilson
Bob
Style Show Demonstrates 1931 Fashions This Saturday
Get On Your Fine Duds invites the public to a style show on Saturday June 6 presenting antiquated patterns worn by earlier generations and the latest 1931 fashions. Attendees will see how well dressed people of past days looked and enjoy the demonstration.
Post Mistress Checks Rural Routes at Greenwood Office
Miss Catherine Coleman, postmistress at the Greenwood post office, inspected each route for mail box access and adherence to regulations, finding all in fine condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine Coleman
Greenwood
Dewey Headley Returns Home From Veterans Hospital
Dewey Headley has left the Lincoln Veterans hospital after several weeks of treatment and is now at home managing the lumber yard. He reports feeling better though his future plans remain undecided and praises the hospital for thorough care and strong support for veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey Headley
Veterans Hospital
Lincoln
Dewey
Work Nearly Completed at Murdock Home by Armstron and Team
Work nears completion on the plastering of the new house of A. H. Ward at Murdock. W. A. Armstrong and his son with an assistant are on the job. The Ward residence is the only new home in the city this year with another fine modern house for Will Stretch nearby between Greenwood and Murdock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Armstrong and Son
Murdock
A. H. Ward
Greenwood
Mail Messenger John Mefford Takes Leave for Assessing
John Mefford, regular mail messenger between Murdock post office and Burlington station, asked and received a vacation for assessing duties. After finishing last Saturday he went to Plattsmouth with the returns, then returned and resumed mail duties, promising to give the position his best attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Mefford
Murdock
Burlington
Plattsmouth
Death of Eagle Lady Julia Peterson 79
Julia Peterson a longtime Eagle resident and widow of Civil War veteran G W Peterson died at her Eagle home on Tuesday evening at age 79. She moved to Eagle forty years ago from Peru and leaves three sons Edward Nick and E E Peterson and four daughters Zilla Frederick Edith Williams Ella Gott and May Doran. She was a lifelong Congregational church member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia Peterson
Eagle
Peterson
Peru
G. W. Peterson
Cass County
For Sale Red Poll Bulls from Pure Bred Herd
Luke Wiles of Plattsmouth Nebraska advertises for sale bulls from a pure bred Red Poll herd. The notice notes the livestock may appeal to local buyers seeking strong meat cattle for breeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luke Wiles
Plattsmouth
Nebr
Itw
Paris seeks unity as Briand contends to lead foreign policy
Paris leaders press for national unity under Aristide Briand amid rising opposition. France faces a looming disarmament conference in Geneva and possible German reparations talks, signaling potential economic strains and continued domestic battles over Briand’s policy. Deputy Franklin D Bouillon pledged to interpellate the government to demand Briand's ouster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Aristide
Briand
France
Geneva
Germany
M. Briand
Chamber of Deputies
Franklin Dboullion
Sons of Hermann Hold Norfolk State Convention
More than 100 delegates gathered in Norfolk for the annual state convention of the Sons of Hermann. Grand President John Locke of Grand Island presided over business sessions, with a banquet and entertainment portion to follow featuring speakers J. H. Lowmann Hastings and John Mattes Omaha.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk
The
Sons of Hermann
John Locke
Grand Island
Mr. Locke
J. H. Lowmann
Hastings
John Mattes
Omaha
Local Notables Visit Plattsmouth in Spring Outing
Omaha roadmaster J M Oldham and Burlington officials visit Plattsmouth for business at the shops and court. Lawyers and locals from Omaha Bloomfield Thurman Weeping Water and Lincoln areas arrive for various visits and Memorial Day prep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Oldham
Omaha
Burlington
Atorney W. R. Patrick
Court House
W. D. Gluck
Plainview
W. P. Cook
M. P. Pitts
Alexandria
Virginia
Burlington Refrigerator Express Co
J. R. Rummerfield
E. D. Lehnhoff
Memorial day visits and cemetery decorations noted
Saturday reports show Mrs Martha Baumeister traveling to Lincoln for the day and Louis Ottnatt of Nebraska City attending Oak Hill cemetery family lot work. J A Murray of Omaha cared for graves. Joe Stenik from Aurora Illinois visited. Mrs E C Ackerman and Violet of Wymore joined Memorial day services. Adam Meisinger and grandsons Leo and Gale visited Cedar Creek. City Attorneys Armstrong and Capwell discussed the occupation tax ordinance. Sheriff Bert Reed and daughter Eula with Ana Graves attended Elmwood Memorial services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha Baumeister
Lincoln
Louis Ottnatt
Nebraska City
Oak Hill
J. A. Murray
Omaha
Joe Stenik
Aurora
Tlinois
E. C. Ackerman
Violet
Wymore
Adam Meisinger
Leo
Gale
Cedar Creek
Armstrong
Auburn
Capwell
Nebraska
Bert Reed
Eula
Ana Graves
Elmwood
Menocal Blamed as Chief Cause of Cuban Unrest
Havana report by Lieut. Miguel Calvo, head of the secret police, accuses former president Mario G. Menocal of being the chief reason for Cuba's political unrest and the most persistent of fourteen men aspiring to the presidency. President Machado, troubled by a neuralgia, left the palace at noon for Santiago de las Vegas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Mario G. Menocal
Cuba
Miguel Calvo
Machado
Santiago de Las Vegas
Calves Taken Up Near Plattsmouth
Two stray calves found at a home west of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, have been taken in. Owner may claim by calling at the address, paying for the advertisement and damages, and proving ownership. Contact E. J. Lutz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth
E. J. Lutz
Shipping Hogs In Hot Weather Warns Of Losses And Warnings
Agricultural Department guidance for hog shipping warns that full stomachs reduce heat tolerance and that feeding should be withheld until arrival at a feeding station. Railroads Burlington and Colorado & Southern advocate cleaned cars, damp sand bedding, rest periods, and careful loading to limit losses and improve meat value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Department
Colorado & Southern
Burlington
O. O. Wagener
Asst
Agri
Br & Q
Body found in ravine near Omaha. unidentified woman likely Grace Austin
The body of a Detroit woman about fifty five was found in a ravine on the southern outskirts of Omaha. A .22 rifle lay beside the corpse and a note asked to notify J C Austin in Detroit and Gertrude M Racine Wis. Police believe she shot herself. a Glorious Adventure book lay nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Detroit
Grace Austin
J. C. Austin
General Motors
Gertrude M
College Avenue
Racine
Wis
Spirit Lake
Gertrude Nusgrove
Supposed Masonic Apron Linked to Aaron Burr Found
At the James Mansion in New York a Masonic apron is said to have belonged to Aaron Burr. The donor, Mrs. William W. Armstrong, says it was a gift to an ancestor from Burr's relative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aaron Burr
New York
Jumes
Washington
William W. Armstrong
Burr
Guatemala Pays 1.5 Million in Local Obligations to Workers
Guatemala allocates 1.5 million dollars to settle local obligations and back salaries for government employees, transferring funds to fulfill wage arrears and current pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guatemala
Reserve Report Notes Gains in Several Lines
The Federal Reserve Bulletin reports mixed factory and industry changes from March to May. Automobile output rose seasonally. cement and petroleum production increased. cotton use by mills rose despite typical seasonal patterns. Employment varied across sectors with some declines in car-building and textiles, while fertilizer and cement industries showed gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Federal Reserve Bulletin
Dodge Corporation
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Middle West
Doubtful Civil War Threat in China Prompts Uncertainty
Shanghai reports mounting tensions as Chiang Kai-Shek weighs armed action against southern rebels. Rebels claim support from semi independent warlords including Feng Yu Hsiang and Sun Fo while observers doubt true resolve and foresee possible reconciliation if public backing shifts. The underworld also shows signs of instability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai
China
Chiang Kai-Shek
Nanking
Feng Yu-Hsiang
Sun Fo
Sun Yat-Sen
Chinese Republic
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Don Gilbert
Ashland
Anderson
J. M. Hehenshell
Atchison, Kansas
Elza Wright
Gus Sorman
Jennings
John Hanson
Ceresco
Ray Friedrichs
Memphis
Verner Perry
June
Frank Buell
Chas. Campbell
Lincroln
Lulu Hurlbut
Hurlbut
Henry Wilkins
Reynolds J. Soner
Ralph Clymer
Althauser
E. A. Landon
A. F E. R Birdsell
Federal Petit Jury
E. H. Armstrong
Leo Peters
Lincoln Dimmitt
Marion Dimmit
Ray Lamb
Papillion
Watson Howard
Mesdames E. A. Landon
Wayne Landon
Ada Epler
Luziers Co
Kansas City
C. D. Falmer
Farmers’ Elevator
Herman L. Bornemeier
Kiddies
L. D. Mullen
Elza Winger
Joe Hohenshell
Archie Hohenshell
Hohenshell
Ladies Aid Society
Methodist Church
F. L. T. Kensington
Mesdames
Wm. Leesley
Everett Cope
J. M. Adams and Son
Louis
M. R. Drake
Waverly
Orison Johnson
L. C. C. Kensington
Rex Peters
R. E. Mathews
Althouser
Bright
Eagle Lady
H. L. Kruger Paint and Wall Paper Store
Department of Agriculture
Majestic Cafe
Peartam Boek
Variety
North Side
Main Street
Kings of the Underworld
Simplicity
Gossard
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