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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1934
Page
2
The piece mocks changing opinions of women and youth habits with humor. It critiques scholarly arrogance and brain trusters while joking about a shared lack of funds for relief work and a wish for honest employment at a discount.
A colorful quip compares people to crackers already in soup or destined to join, stirring discussion about resilience and inclusion in social circles. The remark frames social dynamics with a playful culinary metaphor.
A sardonic remark notes the fate of a Woolworth heiress tied to a foreign marriage. The quip implies social strain and dwindling fortune amid unconventional matches.
A speaker argues that critics of congressional pay fail to grasp the fear of returning home or staying in Washington, suggesting the real issue is personal risk rather than salary.
A Persian native 11 feet 3 inches tall is reported. The text questions education in physical science and suggests practical measures for immigrant families including quintuplets to start on equal footing and reduce handing down outgrown clothing.
A Bible school lesson reviews the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, detailing Pilate's condemnation, the mocking crowd, Simon of Cyrene bearing the cross, the seven sayings from the cross, and the completing act of salvation, with reflections on Judas, Barabbas, and the significance of the atonement.
A San Francisco Chronicle view argues that states have cut motor vehicle registration fees to boost revenue via gasoline taxes. Oregon Nevada Utah show lower fees, or horsepower based charges, while California keeps a low 3 dollar registration to spur car use. High flat fees curb car sales and reduce gasoline taxes and other revenue.
The Kansas City Times notes government spending trends point to continued scrutiny of outlays with a strong emphasis on emergencies. The House appropriations committee approves a 6 billion dollar deficiency supply bill funding RFC PWA farm relief and related agencies, while preserving executive discretion. The administration aims for rapid relief funds but seeks restraint to support long term recovery.
A Minneapolis Journal editorial argues the horse will not regain its former role in cities and transport. It notes farm horses may persist but urban transit succumbs to motor vehicles. The piece laments the loss of the open forum once found in livery stables and predicts their permanent disappearance.
The Mining Review from Salt Lake City reports a brighter mining outlook with $35 gold and rising activity across the west. A survey of over four thousand companies from Arizona to the Canadian border shows a return to activity as assayers work, mills restart, new ore plants are planned, and ore shipments rise, boosting commerce and tax income.
Promotional note urges immediate purchase of goods to accelerate economic recovery. Vague references to consumer demand and national recovery efforts without specific items or dates. Emphasizes urgency and economic optimism.
In the County Court of Cass County Nebraska. To all persons interested in the estate of Catherine Hild deceased No 3028. Petition for administration and appointment of Michael Hild as administrator set for hearing on June 15 1934 at 10 o clock am. Dated May 21 1934. A H Duxbury County Judge.
Creditor claims against the estate of Luther F Jones, deceased, must be filed by September 22 1934. A hearing to examine and adjust all claims will be held September 28 1934 at 10:00 a m in the County Court room in Plattsmouth. Dated May 5 1934 by A Duxbury.
Notice that a petition was filed to appoint A. L. Tidd as administrator de bonis non of the estate of Albert Wesley Vallery deceased. The hearing will be on the fifteenth day of June 1934 at 10 a.m. in the court. Dated May 21, 1954.
Publication notice to creditors in the matter of William Paul Raitt, bankrupt. Creditors must oppose discharge by July 10, 1984, filing in Room 605 Farnam Building, Omaha Nebraska. Hearing ordered by Judge Herman Aye Reserve in Bankruptcy. Dated June 2, 1934.
Notice filed in Cass County Nebraska for probate of an alleged authenticated copy of the last will of George W. Homan deceased. Sears Davis is named administrator with will annexed. Hearing set in County Court of Cass County on June 29 1934 at 10 a.m. Dated June 2 1934.
Nebraska Cass County hearing set for June 15 1934 to determine death time and heirs of Nancy Blankinship who died intestate in Iowa before Nov 2 1867. Heirs include George W. Knapp. Petitioner is T Arthur Wiles, seeking rights as subsequent land purchaser. Court in Plattsmouth to hear at 10:00 a.m. on date.
The Journal highlights major shopping headliners from large city stores. Readers find equal emphasis on big brand offers and sale items across departments, with attention to featured products, prices, and promotions shaping the week's consumer choices.
In Cas County court a petition to administer the estate of Elia Root, deceased, has been filed naming A. N. Root as administrator. The hearing is set for June 15 at 10 a.m. as shown in the May 19, 1934 notice signed by Mounty Judge.
To all interested in the estate of George D Nelson deceased No 3029 of said estate Thelma Olson is named Administratrix Petition set for June 22 1934 at 10 00 am m28-3
Public notices include a June 30 1934 sale of undivided ninth interests in land in Cass County Nebraska to satisfy a Sears S Davis guardian judgment and an estate proceeding for Alonzo M Jones with heirs Elisabeth and others. Also a May 11 1934 quiet title suit in Cass County involving Harold S Myers against multiple heirs trustees and companies with June 25 1934 deadline to answer.
Dated May 26 1934 A H Duxbury announces a hearing for Christian May deceased No 8016. Hearing set in Plattsmouth on September 28 1924 at ten o clock a m for the purpose to file.
Notice states the partnership between L. D. Hiatt and Thomas J. Slayman dissolves with Hiatt retaining the trade name Nebraska Basket Factory and assuming the indebtedness. Dated May 16, 1934, signed L. D. Hiatt and Thomas J. Slayman.
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