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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1921

Page

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Memorial Day Observed In City Honor fallen Heroes

Memorial Day observances in the city paid tribute to fallen veterans from Civil War to World War I. Services at Oak Hill cemetery featured G A R W R C American Legion and the younger veterans. The afternoon program saw remarks by T J McGuire and music by the Callwell orchestra and Edna Marshall Eaton, followed by a closing benediction.

Oak Hill Cemetery American Legion Grand Army W. RR. C Mound Order of Veterans G. A. R. Mound Legion Emil Hild Color Guard of Honor John Palacek Harry Winscott Robert Walling Kenneth McCarthy Thomas Walling Edward Fullerton Cassius Carey Henry Lutz John Powell Frank Macavoy Carl Wohlfarth James Persinger Joseph Smetana August Hesse George K. Kopischka D. Harria Cook Hugh Kearns Edward Ripple Horning Albert Vallery G. H. Gilmore Murray Aubrey Lixbury Callwell Roat America Edna Marshall Raton Wilbur Scranton Leete St. Luke's Church Effa Patterson R. B. Windham W. A Edna Marshall Eaton Knapp Christine Coughlin Thame T. J. McGuire Omaha Republic Mose McGuire William Baird Flanders Field T. W. Glenn KR. B. Windham Caldwell Rigor A. G. Hotlowell The Christian Church Dora Hesse Mike Kearns Carl Kopischka

Death of Plattsmouth resident John Schiapacasse

John Schiapacasse, a longtime Plattsmouth resident and fruit and confectionery businessman, died at 69 after years of illness. He came from Italy, lived in Detroit and Ann Arbor before settling in Plattsmouth thirty years ago, where he built a trusted life and saved for his later years. He is survived by his wife Jennie Fry and three children Kay, Cecil, and John Theodore of Sacramento. Funeral services will be held at his home Thursday at 2 PM.

John Schiappacasse Mr. Schiappacasse Italy America Detroit Ann Arbor Michigan Plattsmouth Schiappacasse Jennie Fry A. C. Fry Kay Cecil John Theodore Sacramento California

Lightning Kills Valued Cow in North Pasture

A rain storm and lightning struck a pasture near Burlington station killing a valuable cow belonging to August Bach. The cow stood beside a wire fence when struck, suffering electrocution. Valued around $100, the loss is partially insured but will leave a sizable shortfall for the owner.

August Bach Burlington Station

Mrs. August Cloidt Returns Home From Omaha Hospital

Mrs. August Cloidt, who had been spending time at an Omaha hospital, returned home yesterday and feels much improved through her treatment. Her friends are pleased to see her come home and hope for continued improvement.

August Cloidt Omaha

Manley auto dealer Clint Andrus dead from self inflicted wound

Clint M. Andrus a longtime Manley auto dealer died after a self inflicted 22 calibre gunshot wound. The 55 year old husband and father had faced family and financial strain amid years in the Manuel business. No inquest was held.

Death of Jack Wilson Reported From Canada River Incident

Alfred Wilson of this city received a message from Miami Texas reporting the drowning death of his brother Jack Wilson. The accident occurred Sunday afternoon near the Canadian river flowing by Miami. Alfred left on the Burlington train to Kansas City and then Texas for tomorrow's funeral services.

Alfred Wilson Miami Texas Wilson Jack Wilson Burlington Kansas City

Farewell Party For Tulene Couple At Ripple Home

Last evening at the Ripple home, friends gathered to bid Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Tulene farewell before their departure to Orange California. Hosts were Mr. and Mrs. Edward C. Ripple with guests including Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Meisinger Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Tulene Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cheval Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Ripple Mrs. M. A. Gadby and Mrs. May Lee.

Edward C. Ripple A. C. Tulene Orange California J. J. Meisinger J. W. Tulene Frank Cheval E. C. Ripple M. A. Gadby May Lee

Washout Delays Burlington No 6 After Colorado Storm

A washout on the Harlington line near Akron Colorado caused the eastbound Burling ton train No 6 to be annulled this morning delaying all Denver trains until late in the day. The storm across the west produced more damage than reported and repairs may allow westbound trains this evening though no exact running times are provided.

Burlington Harlington Akron Colorado Denver

Pioneer Woman Mrs. L. G. Becker Dies at Home

Livona C. Becker a Cass county pioneer widow born May 20 1832 in New York died last night. She and her husband P J Becker moved from Nebraska City to Cass county in 1860 and raised seven children. Funeral Wednesday at 2 pm from the Allison home with Rev. H G McClusky. burial Lewiston Cemetery.

Livona C. Becker Cass County Becker New York Michigan P. J. Hecker Kansas Las Nebraska Nebraska City Great West Nebraskka City Liberty California T. L. Becker Idaho Mary B. Allison Allison The Presbyterian Church Lewiston Cemetery Murray

Marshall to Lead Eight Piece Entertaining Company on Tour

Ralph L Marshall and his wife visited Nebraska City to celebrate the holiday and finalize plans for his departure Wednesday to join a touring high class company. He will lead an eight member orchestra providing instrumental selections and vocal numbers on the White Marsh chautauqua course. Marshall has been part of the White Hussars for several seasons, a group that has enjoyed success on chautauqua circuits nationwide.

Ralph L Marshall Nebraska City Marshall C. A. Harehall White Hussars

Printing Remains a Beacon for Industry and Craft

Industry observers note printing endures as a vital craft and business across sectors. The phrase evokes printers, presses, and publishers adapting to technology while upholding traditional methods.

Funeral of Jacob Tritsch on Sunday

Funeral services for the late Jacob Tritsch were held at St. Pauls Evan gelical church with Rev. H Kottish officiating. Long lines of mourners from Cass county attended, the church was filled, and hundreds stood outside to pay tribute to a trusted public servant and friend. The burial followed at Oak Hill cemetery. Out of town relatives included Edward Volk of Mclean and others from Randolph Renfrew and Peoria Illinois.

Jacob Tritsch St. Paul's Evanseliex H. Kottish St. Paul's Church Mr. Tritsch Cass County Oak Hill Cemetery Silent Edward Volk Mclean August Howaldt Randolph John Volk John Horn Peoria Illinois Nicholas and Peter Volk Renfrew Oklahoma

Police Chief Re Covers Stolen Ford On Highway

Police Chief Alvin Jones located a stolen Ford touring car on the federal highway between the city and Mynard after it had been reported missing in Nebraska City. He traced it to near the old U B church before the owners and Nebraska City authorities recovered the vehicle.

Alvin Jones Tay Merming This City Mynard Nebraska City Platte River U. B Jones

Dies at Masonic Home in Nebraska

Lem Munn, resident at the Nebraska Masonic Home for several years, died after an illness. Born June 25, 1860 in Crawford county Wisconsin, he moved to Nebraska long ago and joined the Masonic fraternity at Fatriel Neb. thirty years ago. He leaves a wife and four sons and one daughter. Funeral is Wednesday at 1 p m at the home conducted by Rev A G Hollowell of the Christian church, a faith Mrun has followed for thirteen years.

Lem Munn Nebraska Masonic A. G. Hollowell Christian Church Faith Mrun

Webbs Buy Pearl Street Bungalow From Barclay

William Barclay sells his Pearl street bungalow between Fifth and Sixth to Elmer Webb. The Kuykendalls have lived there since J C Kuykendall arrived as Continental Gas and Electric district manager. Kuykendall moves to Coronado apartments today. Webbs move into their new home Friday.

William Barclay Elmer Webb Mr. Barclay Pearl Street 5Th 6Th J. C. Kuykendall Kuykendall Continental Gas and Electric Corporation Kurkendall Coronado Apartments Webbs

Community Call No. 6 Featuring Three Ring Show

Local page notes a call number 6 event described as a three ring performance. The item lacks further specifics on venue date or participants.

Depart for Oklahoma for Ardmore lighting post

Albert Clabaugh and his wife left the city for Ardmore Oklahoma to take up residence. Clabaugh will be manager of the lighting company there and they have been visiting Col and Mrs M A Bates for four months enjoying time with relatives before returning southwest.

Albert Clabaugh Ardmore Oklahoma Clabanueh Mr. Clabaugh Col M. A. Bates

Retirements Change City School Staff

This morning H. R. Stromsburg and A. D. Bell left for Omaha and Beat rice after completing their city school service. Stromsburg served two years as principal and helped raise the high school standard while aiding Superintendent Pratt. Bell, one term, strengthened athletics and organized the manual training department, improving baseball and football.

H. R. Stromsburg A. D. Bell Omaha Beatrice Stromsburg Pratt Bell

Plattsmouth High School Delights With Nothing But the Truth

Last evening the Plattsmouth high school class play Nothing But the Truth was repeated at Parmele theater by popular demand after sold out shows last week. The cast proved exceptionally clever and the audience found the comedy highly entertaining. The success reflects credit on the students and they are invited to perform again in Falls City.

Plattsmouth Parmele Falls City

Tragedy at Beil Home Near Union Claims Teenager

Seventeen year old Misa Golds is found dead from a self inflicted gunshot at the Beil home near Union. Sheriff and County Attorney say an inquest is unnecessary. Funeral set for Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Beil residence, burial at Horning Cemetery.

Fred Beil Misa Golds Beil Clara Davis Union Casas County Quinton Cole Bell W. A. Taylor Horning Cemetery

For Sale Items Dairy Farm Auction Notice

For sale a ten horse power Fairbanks engine in good condition. Also two short horn bulls. Phone number 2003 in Weeping Water. End of notice from Ruby.

Fairbanks

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Journal Manley Auto Dealer C. M. Andrus Manley Clint M. Andrus Andrus Jeliie Jeliie Saw Mr. Andrus Weeping Water Missouri Fatailar L. G. Becker Ralph S. Marshall Golda Ruby Federal Reserve System Federal Reserve Banking System First National Bank
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