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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1931
Page
3
A jumbled set of observations on culture politics and society. Entertaining aphorisms touch on birth peace liberty and media fame. The fragmentary notes reference Canada whisky leadership education and public mood with satirical quick takes.
A mix of aphorisms and references to figures like Hoover Mellon and a note on political tensions. Mentions of predictions for a hard winter and a bride's hope chest appear beside general commentary. The text also alludes to protests by small groups in New York over army air maneuvers.
The article notes the King of Siam received cataract surgery in New York, highlighting America's leadership in medical progress. It contrasts past travel to Europe for top eye care with current American dominance, drawing parallels to dentistry's rise and even a German admission of American dental prowess at the war’s start.
The article reviews how firms like Du Pont Republic Steel Canadian Pacific and Eastman Kodak used reduced work weeks four shift systems and 26 day months to spread work and avoid layoffs during emergencies. It argues production regulation offers lasting stability despite utopian possibilities and notes Rochester firms report lower layoffs and shared benefits from steady output.
A humorous meditation on American mayors touring France to sample Normandy applejack and weigh moral duties abroad. The piece notes the Los Angeles mayor's stance on prohibition era toasts and recalls weather with Noah's ark as a standard, praising dignified conduct while abroad.
Seiji Yoshihara plans a Tokio to Washington flight aided by a printed prospectus. The leaflet, titled Japanese First Air Envoy to America, features color maps, photos, and flags, promoting goodwill between Japan and the United States. President Hoover supports an economy program for the post office aiming to save 28 million dollars annually amid a 50 million dollar postal deficit.
Legal voters of School District No 102 in Cess County Nebraska are notified the annual meeting will be held at the high school auditorium on June 5 at 7 p.m. to transact business and consider appropriating 217,500 for general school purposes in excess of the levy. H L Bornemeier secretary.
On June 18 1921 at 4 pm a 1927 Chevrolet coupe engine 3050100 license 112196 owned by unknown parties will be sold at public auction for cash to satisfy a lien for fuel and storage of 37 50. The sale will be at the north front door of the Mathews garage Greenwood Cass County Nebraska.
Olive Baxter files in Cass County District Court for divorce from Elva L Baxter with custody of Lela M Baxter and Leonard E Baxter. Petition cites failure to support. Answer due by June 29, 1931.
Ella D. Barker files for an absolute divorce from William O. Barker in Cass County Nebraska District Court on February 6 1931 citing desertion and extreme cruelty. Respond by July 20 1931 or risk default. attorney J R Mueller represents the plaintiff.
The State of Nebraska Cass county in County Court notifies creditors of Oscar Keil deceased to present claims at the County Court room in Plattsmouth on June 26 1931 and September 25 1931 at ten o clock in the forenoon. The claim presentation period ends three months from June 26 1931 and the debt payment period is one year from that date. A. H. Duxbury County Judge.
County Court of Cass Nebraska orders probate hearing for Margaret Wehrbein estate. John F. Wehrbein seeks to prove will dated May 12 1931 and be named executor. Hearing set June 12 1921 at 10 a m with notice by three weekly Plattsmouth Journal publications.
The Cass county Nebraska County Court will hear Albert Altschaffl's petition to determine time of Jacob Coffman's death and heirs for all real estate in Section 19 Township 12 North Range 14 East. Hearings set June 19 1931 at 10 am in Plattsmouth Courtroom. Heirs Eliza Coffman and children Phillip Green Jacob Martha and Perry Coffman named.
In Cass County Nebraska the court orders Searl S. Davis administrator to show cause why the deceased John Karvanek estate real estate should not be sold to pay debts and costs. Hearing set for June 27 1931 at 10 00 AM in Plattsmouth with notice by publication in Plattsmouth Journal for four weeks.
In the matter of the estate of Emma C Miller deceased a petition for administration has been filed alleging no will. A hearing is set for June 12 1931 at 10 am before the county court. If unchallenged the court may grant administration to Frank A J Miller or another suitable person.
In the matter of the estate of Gertrude R. Morgan deceased a petition has been filed in the proper court seeking administration of the estate to Paul C. Morgan or another suitable person and a settlement hearing is set for June 12, 1931 at 10 a.m. in the court for contesting the will and appointing an administrator.
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