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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1917
Page
5
London reports our troops gained ground west of Cherisy and in Gouzencourt as patrols and raids yielded favorable results. French forces captured a German post south of Chevreaux and took prisoners while German raids near Casque and at Loos were repulsed.
From April 15 to May 24 German prisoners in French hands totaled 31,829 with 28,045 unwounded. French forces hold the initiative, occupy stronger positions, and press ongoing attacks despite artillery duels and local trench fights. The German defense shows nervousness as French troops move with confidence and attack with minimal losses.
Buy only medicine when needed for animals. B A Thomas stock remedy promises to tone the system and aid digestion so livestock get full grain value. Offered by H M Soennichsen, Puls and Gansemer.
American flags priced at five cents and above are offered at the Journal office. The sale invites readers to purchase patriotic pennants and standard flags for personal or public display. Proceeds support the newspaper.
Washington June 1 Hoarding storage or destruction of food fuel or other necessaries would be a felony under the first food bill amendment adopted in the senate. Violation carries six months to three years in prison. Holding by farmers of land cultivated products is exempt. An amendment to promote wider use of fish to relieve stringency was offered by Senator Fletcher granting the commerce secretary authority to catch and market fish.
The executive committee of the American Railway association led by Fairfax Harrison Howard Elliott Hale Holden Julius Kruttschnitt and Samuel Rea advised against holding conventions that bring large crowds to one point to conserve fuel prevent freight interruptions and avoid equipment strain. This marks a step in a nationwide conservation program to maximize efficiency of national resources.
The United States anticipates a rush on June 5 despite a plotted scheme against the draft. Authorities say few more arrests are likely as investigations into the alleged conspiracy continue.
Lincoln Neb June 1 Nebraskan pastors urged to preach on the draft registration next Sunday under the state council for defense. The appeal calls ministers to inform congregations that men 21 to 31 must register or face prison and potential drafting, while volunteers who enter the army are not counted as regular enlistees.
Native dimension lumber offered for sale by John Hobson of Plattsmouth. Inquiries invited to arrange purchase or details. Dated May 31.
Washington May 1 Thirteen official statements indicate calm amid draft registration day with about thirty arrests for anti draft propaganda by Tuesday Attorney General Gregory's orders. Officials expect few more detentions before Tuesday while evasions may occur but most will eventually comply, with slackers less than one in a hundred of ten million.
In Chicago on June 1 authorities expanded the anti draft conspiracy probe. Hinton G. Clabaugh questioned one detainee as investigators said the suspect provided information about five men and four women already detained and others still at large in the government investigation.
In Wahbeno Wisconsin on June 1 citizens seized Dr Hugo Miller of Laona a government physician on an Indian reservation after alleged remarks discouraging enlistments He was thrown into the river made to kneel kiss the flag and retract his utterances by the mob.
Charleston West Virginia June 1 Isom Ekins and Babe Means two young farmers were arrested today by U S marshals on charges of distributing seditious literature tending to discourage military regulation.
Four men and one woman arrested last night at Madison Square Garden under guard, charged with attempting to obstruct conscription. Brought before U S commissioner and held without bail for examination tomorrow. They were released from city court on habeas corpus writs and became federal prisoners. All pleaded not guilty. Bail set at five thousand dollars for the men and fifteen hundred for the woman. Prisoners named as Mrs. Jennie Dimer Louis Kramer Louis Sternberg Joseph Walker and Morris Becker.
Federal agents yesterday and today arrested more than a dozen young men in San Antonio who were seeking to cross into Mexico. The charge was seeking to evade military regulation.
An advertisement touts Farris Colic Remedy as a safer alternative to drenching horses for colic. The product is applied on the tongue with a dropper packaged in each bottle and a guarantee is offered.
City officials and the Tom W. Allen Shows agent discussed a June 11 to 16 carnival on main street to raise funds for a chemical fire engine. Local merchants signed a petition supporting the event to avoid taxpayer burden while boosting fire protection. Committees begin preparations for a successful carnival.
A string of tornadoes in southeastern Kansas north central Oklahoma and southern Missouri killed at least twenty one people injured more than one hundred and caused widespread property damage. Coalgate Oklahoma reported thirteen deaths and about one hundred injured as the western town section was blown away. Coffeyville Kansas suffered unknown fatalities after 200 houses were demolished before communications failed. Drake Oklahoma saw five deaths and school building destruction. Morse Kansas near Kansas City reported three deaths as a twister struck. Ottawa Kansas Franklin county farms reported heavy damage and injuries. Buffalo Missouri and areas between Buffalo and Lebanon Missouri also suffered damage and hospital reports. A school teacher saved children in Drake by guiding them to a storm cellar. For Sale Span of mules 4 years old 2200 pounds Mark White 5-10-4t wkly
Richard Smith of Union Nebraska offers several 4 and 5 year old mares trained to work. The property lists include multiple dependable brood mares suitable for farm use and ranch work.
Copenhagen dispatches report Hungary's crisis pushing toward parliamentary dissolution and new elections. A minority ministry may govern with Count Andrassy mentioned as a possible head. Tisza shifts positions while King Charles backs universal secret ballots.
The Cass county court house flag has been half mast for days due to a faulty pulley and is now described as a poor advertisement for patriotism. The piece argues the national emblem should be properly hoisted and cared for or not hoisted at all.
Garden pest notes claim cucumber, tomato, and squash vines are infested by bugs and worms. B. A. Thomas' Louse Killer is said to kill them with one application and a guarantee is offered.
Annie Stevenson and others filed a petition in Cass County Nebraska District Court to quiet title to parts of Section 34 Township 10 Range 12 and related parcels, cancel mortgages from Solon M Johnson to John McCormick and Joel M Johnson, and void a deed to Eben F Colby. Respondents must answer by July 2, 1917. Plaintiffs seek exclusion of defendants and all heirs or claimants.
In Cass County Nebraska the estate of Selina Barwick is before the County Court for probate of Hilda Coffin’s May 29 1917 instrument as last will and testament. John Edwin Barwick is named executor with notice require d and three weekly Plattsmouth Journal publications.
Nebraska notice to creditors in Case County for the estate of Johann G Stark Deceased. Allen J Beeson County Judge sets six month claim filing from June 30 1917 and one year for debt payments from June 30 1917. Court dates June 30 and November 20 1917 at 10:00 AM in Slottsmouth.
David Z Mummert files action in Cass County District Court against Axel Abel and others to foreclose a tax lien on Lot 9 Block 2 Ritchie Place Addition Plattsmouth and seek equitable relief. Defendants must answer by June Cath day 1917 or default will be entered. Attorney A L Tidd.
David Mummert files suit against Frank L. Tague and others in Cass County District Court Nebraska to foreclose tax sale certificate liens on Parcel 5 and Parcel 5 in South Fork Addition to Portsmouth. Respondent must answer by June 25, 1917 or default will be entered.
In the matter of the estate of Henry C Miller deceased creditors are notified I will sit at the County Court Room Plattsmouth on Sundays in June and December 1917 to receive examine and adjust claims six months from June 9 1917 for filing and one year from June 9 1917 for payment of debts Witness the seal of Cass County Court May 8 1917.
In Cass County Nebraska the estate of Dora Oldham Moore seeks a license to sell Lots 9 and 10 in Block 11 Southwark Add Plattsmouth to raise 1460 for debts legacies and costs. Interested parties must appear June 15 1917 at 10 AM in Plattsmouth District Court to show cause. Publication of this order in the Flattsmouth Journal for four weeks precedes the hearing.
In Cass County Nebraska a hearing is set for June 4 1917 to prove the last will of Priscilla A Neves. Charles E Neves is named executor. Notice will be published in the Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks. All interested persons may appear to contest the petition.
In Cass County Nebraska district court a notice concerns Joseph A G Strickland and his wife listed as unknown real name. The document references defendants and directs service or action by the court. The fragment indicates a typical civil process with absent or unknown spouse or party details.
The plaintiff sues in Cass County Nebraska district court against known and unknown heirs of Joseph A G Strickland Mrs Joseph Strickland John F J Siezmund and Mrs John Siezmund and others For each defendant a tax sale certificate lien on lots in Alvo and Lookville is foreclosed with requests for equitable relief The notice dates June 25 1917 and names attorney A L Tid with Mummert firm.
District Court in Cass County Nebraska hears Porter versus Latta and others in a suit to quiet title on the NE NW section 32 township 11 north range 13 east of the 6th P.M. The case claims adverse possession by plaintiff and grantors for over a decade and orders defendants to show right title if any by July 2, 1917 or risk default.
In Cass County the estate of Clarence Fugene Babbitt deceased informs creditors to file claims for adjustment and payment. Public examinations are set for June 16 1917 and December 17 1917 at 10 AM. Claims must be presented within six months from June 4 1917 and debts paid within one year from June 14 1917. Judge Allen J. Breson signs the seal of the County Court.
The First National Bank of Plattsmouth files suit in District Court to foreclose a $210.00 mortgage plus interest from January 4 1916 at ten percent per year on a land strip in Section 19 Township 12 Range 14. Defendants Perry and Ferry Marsh must answer by July 9 1917. failure will lead to default and judgment.
A new line of flags, stickers and related items has arrived at the Journal office, offering readers and supporters fresh ways to display allegiance and decorate prized spaces.
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