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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1920
Page
1
A local appeal urges accurate census taking for the first Plattsmouth school district. Enumerators collect names of 5 to 21 year olds to determine state funds. withholding any name costs the district 371.30 per person, impacting taxpayers and school support. A separate picnic scene by the Missouri river describes a group enjoying an outing and boat repairs.
Miss Mary Hetherington and Edward L. Creamer wed at 5:30 AM at Reverend M A Shine's residence. The ceremony was witnessed by Rose Mae Creamer and Aubrey Ashury. They plan a short honeymoon and will reside in the city after June 15. Both are well regarded by friends.
Yesterday afternoon the King's Heralds class of the Methodist church under teacher Mrs. George B. Mann enjoyed a fine gathering.
Yesterday marked the seventy eighth anniversary of Col. M A Bates veteran Journal editor born London Ohio June 2 1842. He served in the Civil War and later ran over fifty newspapers across Illinois Missouri Indiana and Nebraska. Friends report he is in better health this year and hope for many more anniversaries.
Rev J H Steger of St Pauls Evangelical church resigns after years of illness and poor health. He will go to Kansas to rest until his health improves, with no immediate replacement named.
Miss Julia Kerr daughter of Mrs Sarah E Kerr and Mr Miles Beazer wed at the bride’s mother's West Pearl street home in Glenwood Iowa at 6 30 in a ring service read by Rev E H Pontius and a small guest list after all attended relatives and a few friends ices and cakes followed the couple plan a trip to Norfolk and home to Glenwood after their visit with a sister of the groom the bride is a longtime Cass county teacher and the groom a popular Glenwood businessman
The Civil Service Commission notes public confusion over postwar hiring and explains ongoing recruitment. Despite reductions from the wartime peak, vacancies persist for technical roles and certain clerical posts as re employed lists cannot meet all department needs.
Governor McKelvie issued the twentieth reprieve in the Cole Grammer case delaying the scheduled electric chair for Allen Vincent Grammer and Alson B. Cole from June 4 to July 9 1918. The delay follows pending U S circuit court appeal action and marks the ninth Grammer and eleventh Cole reprieve in Howard County.
The record notes multiple reprieves following an initial attempt by attorneys to intervene. Reprieves were issued on January 16 1920 January 30 1920 February 6 February 7 February 20 March 19 and June 4 for the defendants in the Cole case.
Sneiff C. D. Quinton left Daly for Lincoln to escort Percy Love, a young Black man convicted of petty larceny and sentenced to one to seven years in the state penitentiary at Lincoln.
The Tecumseh district Epworth League holds a three day convention at the First Methodist auditorium from June 10 to 17. Speakers include Harry A. Best of New York and Dr. W. E. Gratz of Lincoln. An international YWCA worker will also attend.
The Commercial Club directs preparations for a July chautauqua here with W A Robertson FE H Wescott H A Schneider and Jess F Waren on the local committee. The Mutual company will supply equipment and the club seeks extra train service including a No 5 stop and an Omaha evening run if possible.
Henry Ames longtime Council Bluffs resident dies after a long illness stemming from a serious accident two years ago. Survived by widow, several daughters and son Robert Ames. Funeral services were held in Council Bluffs with interment there. Local friends extend deepest sympathy.
W T Richardson of Mynard offers insurance through Farmers Mutual of Lincoln. Contact at phone 2411 for coverage and policy details.
Yesterday afternoon the Woman's Auxiliary of St Luke's Episcopal Church met at the home of Mrs. Frank Cummins on Pearl Street. Hostesses were Mrs Cummins and Mrs H F Peterson. The program explained mission work and ministerial duties with papers from several members and a report on Omaha church council. Junior Service League members Ursula Herold Helen Clement and Charlotte Field reported on their group. The meeting was well attended and advanced mission work.
Prem a Dale Sea reaction church group gathered Wednesday evening at Locust street home of Mr and Mrs Thomas Wiles. Mrs Wiles was assisted by Mrs Niel Mrs John Sheldon and Mrs George Decker. The event featured music games and contests followed by dainty refreshments for a pleasant closing hour.
Wah Wah Tassee Campfire Girls held a ceremonial meeting at guardian Mrs. F. R. Gobleman's home. Three members were named fiermaker for long service. Miss Theodosia Kroehler was elected new member and led the initiation. Mothers attended as guests. A postmeeting picnic by the ferry landing concluded the afternoon.
A sensational rumor claims the King of Greece may have a concealed spouse, with whispers intensifying as details leak and questions about royal legitimacy emerge.
Platte Lodge No 7 of the Odd Fellows held a notable meeting Tuesday evening with the drill team performing three new candidates through the required work in excellent form. The event marked healthy growth for the lodge and brought great satisfaction to those present.
Last evening the B of R C held a pleasant picnic near the river bank with thirty members. They enjoyed games including a foot race won by Miss Lielle Speck who received the afternoon prize, a musical program, boat-watching, and a fine lunch served by the members.
The Presbyterian ladies auxiliary met yesterday afternoon at the church parlors hosted by Mesdames W. E. Rosencrans John Tritsch and C. A. Rosencrans. A large attendance enjoyed flowers and refreshments in a pleasant social hour.
Rev W Longacre of Elmwood obtained a license for Byron Lane and Vere Schram of Lewiston Neb. The couple plans to wed in Elmwood next Tuesday.
Postmaster on Route No. 1 conducted an annual inspection of rural routes noting mailbox placement and condition. He found boxes set too low or damaged, causing delays as carriers must leave the wagon to deliver mail. Rectifying these issues would improve delivery efficiency and restore the route to full service.
Henry H Cale and wife of Detroit visited the city with Mrs. Margaret Mitchell of Omaha. They recalled the Burlington shops and river traffic, noting a large wooden passenger depot once east of the present station burned in 1894. Mrs Mitchell had been Mrs J M Knott, whose husband supervised a major cut for the Burlington in the bluffs toward the bridge. Mr Knott was later killed near Oreapolis. The Gales will return east soon.
Will Partridge and Will Bates left Wednesday by automobile for Imperial Chase County. Bates will oversee farm interests while Partridge will dynamite drain lagoons on public highways, handling a large project for the Chase county commissioners. Weeping Water Republican.
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