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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1921
Page
4
A collection of sharp wits and social observations from a bygone era. The snippets joke about marriage misfortune, democratic ideals, money saving, labor, mispronunciations, and marital dynamics with a satire tone. Strong entities include Uncle Sam, Edison, and Lusitania.
A sharp political upheaval sees the Hapsburg line rebranded amid a coup as the house of Mishapsburg, signaling a dramatic shift in dynastic fortunes and public perception across Europe.
Businessmen with desks bearing the sign "1921 will regard fighters" note the phrase as referring only to the Dempsey Carpentier bout, signaling a growing focus on boxing as a public spectacle and business interest.
The text argues free competition is the only way to prevent price inflation. If free competition cannot be obtained, the government should supervise trade organizations to ensure they do not disadvantage the public.
A collage of aphorisms and social musings appears with jokes about Uncle Sam Britain’s coinage and doomsday lines. It notes divorce filings in Hinds County and jokes about fashion safety and social trends, ending with oblique comments on backward-looking drivers.
The text argues deportation has worked fairly well on some offenders and questions why it would not be equally effective against movie producers tied to enterprises like the Fifi and Clara affairs.
Scientists expect the Pons Win Necke comet to appear in June and possibly be seen all at once despite its long name. The piece notes lingering business unease and the return of the word normalcy in American usage. It also mentions Hindu respect for cows and jokes about butchers delaying slaughter, plus a dismissive take on Wilson denunciations as he retires from public life.
A Helsingfors dispatch hints at a new Russian revolt while the world remains wary until a major upheaval. The column recalls childhood memories from a local commencement and notes President Wilson sat in the same chair at cabinet meetings, later moving it to his new residence as a retirement gift.
The state department is said to be losing patience with Panama for not replying to its May 9 ultimatum, requested within a reasonable time. Yet observers note Panama’s notion of a reasonable time differs from that of the United States in this latitude.
The Saturday exhibit in the Hotel Wagner space displayed the woodwork of the high school boys under instructor A. D. Bell. Students produced desks library tables drafting tables hall trees foot stools and window seats demonstrating skilled craftsmanship and practical training for future work in the trades.
Oak Hill cemetery shows excellent condition both old and new additions after efforts by Councilman John C. Brittain. Crushed rock drives reduce ruts, grass cutting improved for Memorial Day, and residents praise the cemetery’s renewed beauty and hope for ongoing upkeep.
The Journal publisher confirms Julius Pitz as a capable county commissioner and praises his high quality strawberries. This morning a quantity of the berries was presented and declared the finest of the season. The note ends with thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Itz.
Miss Lena Hirz spent months at Kirksville Missouri studying at the Still hospital and completing a nursing course. She returned home yesterday to spend vacation here and will return in the fall to finish her studies and graduate late next winter after completing the hospital program in one of the west’s largest facilities.
The Moye Produce Co. relocates to Plattsmouth and is paying the highest market price for produce eggs and cream. They have been buying a large amount of produce and receiving favorable regard from farmers.
Memory books and engraved artistic cards for graduates are available in a large assortment at the Journal office.
Plattsmouth unit L. C. Sharp Mfg Co ships a large Automatic Ice Cream Cone machine to Ottawa and recently to Manchester. The firm plans more heavy machinery for 100 skilled workers, with $250,000 needed for new plant. Local praise notes cash wages over $1,000 weekly and outward trade bringing new money to the community.
The funeral for the late Mrs John Beckman was conducted Sunday afternoon by Rev E H Pontius at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs John Wiles south of the city. The body from Phoenix Arizona was laid to rest in the morning cemetery where the departed woman spent her girlhood days.
The sympathy and assistance during our hour of sorrow are deeply appreciated by John Beckman and family and John Wiles and family. Their kindness and floral offerings will be remembered as long as life lasts.
Plattsmouth and Omaha residents flocked to Cass county lakes Cedar Creek and nearby sand pits for fishing and picnics. Campers formed a tented village at Cedar Creek while other groups visited lakes north of the river near LaPlatte for outdoor recreation.
Wm Atcheson ex county commissioner of Elmwood Henry Miller ex commissioner and Mrs Miller from Alvo Chas Heebner ex commissioner and Mrs Heebner and a nephew from Nehawka spent last Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs Julius Pitt just south of the city. The day was very pleasant for all.
An advertisement touts Burdock's Blood Bitters as a cure for dyspepsia, claiming it restores digestion, normal weight, and purifies the blood. Sold at all drug stores for $1.25.
Ernest N. Christianson files suit in Cass County Nebraska to quiet and confirm title to sections in Township 12 north Range 10 east, Cass County. The action names numerous defendants including unknowns and spouses, seeks removal of clouds and prevention of claims to the described NW and NE quarter parcels and adjacent tracts, with July 1 filing deadline.
Mr. T. B. Peterson of the L. C. Sharp Mfg. Co. leaves for Ottawa to supervise installation of a modern ice cream cone factory for Cap ital Cake Cone Ltd. in Canada. Machines for the plant were made by L. C. Sharp Mfg. Co. in Plattsmouth.
Paul Richter and Herman Richter petition in Cass County Nebraska to quiet title to multiple parcels in Latta’s First Addition Murray. Defendants James H Gregg and others must answer by June 27 1921 or risk decree in plaintiffs favor.
Notice is given that the annual meeting of school district No 1062 in Cass County Nebraska will be held on June 13 1921 at eight o clock p m in the auditorium of the Alvo Consolidated school. Further notice follows.
In Cass County Nebraska the county court schedules a hearing on the estate of James A. Walker. Louie H. Puls seeks a decree and finding of heirship filed June 1 1921. The hearing is July 10 1921 at 10 a m with notice by publication in the Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks.
Mrs T F Keckler and family of Manley Nebraska thank friends for word and deed of sympathy during their loss. They express deep gratitude and wish God's richest blessings on all who helped.
Refrigerator for sale described as white porcelain lined with a capacity of 125 pounds. Contact phone number 4005. m2 4td 2tw.
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