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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1920
Page
4
The text notes Mars inhabitants quitting strikes and resuming work, asserts President Diaz was a smart man who lived to an old age and died peacefully, and mentions daylight robbers operating with old saloon-era efficiency.
An order requiring cotton stockings for use at bathing beaches this summer is unlikely to reduce the cost of living or affect the broader economic situation. The proposal focuses on a specific apparel item rather than systemic price issues.
The report suggests Socrates sustained life on eighty dollars a year with Xantippe's reputed mood as a factor. This humorous line reflects a light historical tribute rather than a strict biographical claim.
A quip notes how the telephone hides the caller’s words as the line goes dead after a hang up. It humorously contrasts the act of talking with the inability to hear the other person at the moment of disconnect.
Reports say Francisco Villa declared war and the new government offered a reward for his head signaling a severe crisis as authorities move to quell the rebellion.
A fragmented remark contrasts crude idiom with references to oil stocks and bills of lading for deceased siblings, suggesting a discussion of sharp expression and economic topics in a historical context.
Dentists respond to merchants by trimming prices as clothier and haberdashery goods enter a season of sales leading to broader discounts in Omaha.
Many shoppers flock to marked down items not for quality but for keepsake value as lower prices lure buyers seeking souvinirs and bargains amid widespread discounting.
A beat the cost of living note suggests practical ways to cut boys clothing expenses. It hints at broader methods but proposes a sharper course by limiting family members to girls as a hypothetical efficiency, implying reduced apparel costs.
The government campaign for cheaper sugar appears to be yielding results as refiners, angered by federal intervention, raised prices but only by a penny per pound.
The president is correct that the public seeks a mandate but his geography is mixed. The mandate concerns the American sugar market, not Armenia. It is unlikely the San Francisco convention will delay as long as the Paris peace talks. Most San Francisco delegates pay their own expenses.
A Milwaukee merchant denounces price cutting as circus stunts though states the impact is a reduction in clothing prices. He condemns the gimmicks while noting concerns for children amid the sales tactics.
The article argues freight cars drive commerce and that current shortages hinder trade. It notes hundreds of thousands of cars missing or idle, coupled with insufficient railroad workers and locomotives. Many cars are in disrepair, limiting usable capacity and delaying shipments.
The Chicago Daily News argues freight car shortages and inadequate railroad rates threaten national progress. It urges rapid adoption of truck and inland waterway moves, a firm transportation program, and fair rates to ensure sufficient equipment and efficient service.
The veto message is portrayed as a stark moral appeal against the Knox resolution. It emphasizes sacrifice, national ideals, and obligations from the war, arguing against unconditional surrender to Germany and urging continued leadership in shaping the postwar order.
A World Herald opinion piece condemns rivals who aided in the revolt against American dignity and interests. It argues party politics have betrayed a hopeful new world and urges Americans to respond with conscience and patriotism above partisanship.
The adjusted compensation measure, after a long delay and house approval, faces uncertain prospects in the senate. Opponents expect a floor fight and potential filibuster, while supporters aim to force action before Congress adjourns for summer. Nebraska members backed the bill in private session.
William Nickles files in Cheyenne County Nebraska a petition to quiet title to the southwest quarter of section 36 in township 14 range 13 and to enjoin defendants from any claim. The case names multiple defendants and unknown heirs or representatives. The court orders an answer by July 19, 1920 or default judgments will be entered.
In Cass county Nebraska Mattie Gray died in 1905 or 1906 leaving heirs including Joseph Gray Nellie Vers Mary Hooper and several Carmacks The petition asks for a distribution of a one seventh share of the homestead lot in Winimouth Cass county and an order to bar claims The matter is set for hearing June 1 1920 in Plattemouth with all interested invited to contest The notice is dated May 15 1920 Allen J Beeson County Judge
Benjamin E. Snodgrass sues to quiet title to government Lots one and two and related parcels in Section 20 Town 12 North Range 14 East Cass County Nebraska. The filing lists heirs and defendants including Mary Wolcott Wheatley Mickelwait and heirs to the Mickelwait estates. The petition seeks to permanently bar claims and enjoin all defendants from any further actions against the described real estate. Dated May 22 1920. Benjamin E. Snodgrass plaintiff. Dow Dwyer attorney.
Clark S. Newlon and Mary C C Newlon sue to establish and confirm title to a parcel in Beotion Thy the seontheaet quarter of the northwest quarter of Section 25 Beeton Teeweretilge D0 Peete. They seek to remove clouds from alleged adverse possession over ten years and to bar defendants from any right or lien. Deadline to answer set for July 10, 1920.
The State of Nebraska Cass County County Court schedules June 14 1920 at 10:00 AM to hear Serath Ellen Gilson petitioning for administration of Oliver James Gilson deceased. Notice to interested parties by publishing in the Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks prior. Dated May 27 1920.
In Plattsmouth Nebraska the County Court schedules two claim hearings for the estate of Albert Vallery on June 13 1920 and September 18 1920 at 10 a m to receive claims for adjustment and allowance Three months from June 12 1920 is the claim period and one year for debt payment Witness is County Judge with seal May 6 1920
In the matter of the estate of Fred Conden deceased you are notified that I will appear at the County Court room in Plattsmouth on June 22 1920 and September 22 1920 at o’clock a m to receive and examine all claims for adjustment and allowance The time to present claims is three months from June 22 1920 and the time to pay debts is one year from June 22 1920 Dated May 25 1920 Seal
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