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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1933
Page
2
A reflective piece contrasts seasonal optimism with resilience during hardship, noting lower death rates in tough periods and the stubborn urge to keep striving despite setbacks. It blends proverbs about perseverance with observations on human motivation.
A fragment describes a bride entering a grocery store and an unusual act involving a string of beans. No further details are provided about people or outcomes.
Dress suits that do not polish easily are advertised. But that is the only way some men have of shining in society.
Commentary notes a cautious mood in Carmel by the Sea as the nation contends with persistent unemployment. It argues that while some progress has been made, many people remain idle and rely on government support during low moods, risking dependence rather than self-reliance.
The public remains unconvinced by the refined kidnaping trade after thirteen years, finding it costly and painless. The piece argues lawmakers ignore the issue, likening taxes to bitter tonics their grandmothers once endured.
Detroit News notes a shift in influence over Congress as the Securities bill passes, highlighting the reduced clout of the Chamber of Commerce and the rising effectiveness of executive-led policy. It questions the lobby’s arguments about liability and truth in securities dealing and praises reduced lobbying leverage in national legislation.
A jobless man finds cheer despite rising costs showing how mindset can sustain optimism amid inflation and hardship.
The piece claims the next war will be fought by radio and that crooners could serve as the first line of defense. It jeers at a German style censoring system by asking why a minister of public enlightenment condemns non Nazi books.
The piece notes skepticism about President Roosevelt attending the London conference to lend prestige and cites high living costs for Americans abroad, with the Paris American quarter described as resembling twenty cents.
Scientists report a persistent hissing sound amid radio static traced to space, prompting renewed inquiry into cosmic phenomena. Researchers seek origin in the Milky Way as theories loom.
As the Japanese stated they would not attack Peiping the Chinese in the city began to put its defenses in order. The remark spurred local preparations as authorities urged vigilance and readiness.
Nellie Tayloe Ross, newly appointed head of the United States Mint, signals a bold move by lowering the dollar to 85 cents and promoting the idea as a bargain, a policy no male director had pursued.
Kansas City Star discusses how business leaders fear new reforms and government overreach yet urge clear policy, action, and restraint. It notes Roosevelt’s flexible powers, risks of relying solely on decrees, and the need to root out unethical practices in big business while aiding the honest small operator.
Across the nation fights over gas and electric rates intensify as New York seeks emergency rates amid high profits. Public officials warn that swift, effective regulation is essential to curb rising costs while many utilities resist concessions. Kansas City Star notes smaller firms often respond, while larger ones resist.
The piece notes Senator Couzens accepts a place on the American delegation to the world economic conference. It argues no senator can guarantee miracles and progress will be welcomed, with acceptance tempered by the risk of political attack from opponents like La Follette and Johnson. The aim is currency stabilization and reduction of trade barriers to revive global commerce.
The piece notes that during vacation boys from strict homes will flock to families with lenient rules. It describes the impact on the host's Gookie jar, hardwood floors, flower beds and lawn. The writer suggests boys seek out mothers who are not too particular for a place to have fun.
A Baltimore Evening Sun excerpt shows a conversation about J. P. Morgan’s income tax status. The woman questions why Morgan pays nothing while others, including the speaker, pay taxes, while the man argues Morgan’s losses and legal rights justify his tax position and resources.
Baltimore Sun notes a faction of House Democrats led by Rankin seeks to oppose the president's economy plan for veterans. It cites Alan Goldsborough and calls for restraint, urging patience until Roosevelt reviews new regulations to soften rigor. The piece warns against pension-roll expansion for non service connected veterans amid tax and scarcity pressures.
The Sioux City Tribune notes a coming era of new business leadership drawn from younger employees disillusioned with past practices. It predicts managers will learn the technical side while shaping independent ideas, replacing traditional graybeards and shifting toward public welfare and fairer policies.
The Baltimore Sun urged fundamental tax reform to separate capital gains from income tax and end treating gains and losses as income. It criticized limiting capital loss deductions and called for a study of options like averaging gains and losses over years to set the tax on net gains rather than yearly. It also noted inflationist rhetoric and compared President Roosevelt to Moses.
A reader criticizes the rollout noting the currency has not appeared in circulation, calling the feature objectionable due to unrevealed design and undefined practical use.
An abstract reflection notes that prosperity appears conscious of an approaching alarm, signaling awareness of looming change and the need for attention to economic conditions.
A social observer notes that the speak-easy scene is gradually fading as its once exclusive privilege for patrons wanes. The piece captures a trend of changing nightlife access and cultural norms.
In Cass County Nebraska the County Court will hear claims against the estate of James Janca. A. H. Duxbury the County Judge notes two examination dates on June 30 1933 and October 6 1933 at ten a m. Claims must be presented within three months from June 30 1933 and debts paid within one year from that date.
State of Nebraska Cass County estate of John Hobscheidt deceased. Probate to examine all estate within three months from June 23 1933 and one year from June 25 1933. County Court ordered examination dates set for June 23 and September 29 1933 at 10 a m each day. A H Duxbury clerk seals.
The sheriff will advertise the sale of undivided ninths of land in Cass County Nebraska on July 1933 at 10 a.m. to satisfy a court judgment. Grade School bids in Murray close June 6 1933 for a new building with plans from Everett S. Dodds and a 5 percent bid bond. auction terms set by School District No. 56.
By C. E. Ledeway clerk the district court will on June 10 1933 at 10 a m in Plattsmouth sell at public auction for cash the described parcels in sections 23 and 24 township 12 north range 13 east of the 6th P M Cass county Nebraska as the property of B F Wiles to satisfy a judgment in favor of Plattsmouth State Bank and liens on record 215 acres more or less plus Lots 16 31 32 33 34 35 36 in the NW quarter of NE quarter section 24 township 12 north range 13 east all in Cass county Nebraska subject to mortgages and liens.
By order of the District Court clerk the Nebraska City Building & Loan Association sues Lewis Kell et al. The sheriff will sell at 11 a m June 1 1933 at the south front door of the Plattsmouth courthouse the lot and block in Plattemouth Cass County including the east 14 feet of lot 4 in block 10 in Youngs and Hays Addition.
In Cass County Nebraska Emil J Weyrich files a petition seeking determination of heirs for John and Emilie Weyrich who died intestate on about October 9 1925 and March 29 1991. The estate includes Lots 8 9 10 11 Block 6 Thompson Addition Plattsmouth. Hearing set June 23 1933 at 10 a m in Cass County Court Plattsmouth.
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