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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1934

Page

5

Nehawka Residents Attend to Hogs and Travel

Nehawka residents report hog losses from heat for Nehawka Wm. Webbbein. Wim. Jourgeson and wife, with son George, traveled to Omaha on business. Mrs. Earl Troop and daughter stayed with Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Leach while Mr. Troop worked at Dorchester.

Wm. Webbbein Wim. Jourgeson George Omaha Earl Troop E. E. Leach Troop Dorchester Wn. Brandt, Jr T. J. Pollard Pollard George Stites Union Nehawka Franklin Finger Auburn Tafft Pollard

Nehawka Moves Toward Finishing Public Library

A neighborhood committee met last Tuesday to push completion of the Nehawka public library. The group says only a small final effort is needed to accept the building and stock it with books, turning it into a real asset for the hustling city.

Nehawka

Nehawka Files Two Graduates From Nebraska University

Nehawka reports two graduates this year from the University of Nebraska Miss Ruth Chapman daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert H Chapman completed her studies and earned a nurse diploma Werner F Schumacher son of Mr and Mrs Edwin Schumacher earned a chemical engineering diploma both noted for strong effort and achievement.

Nehawka University of Nebraska Ruth Chapman Robert H. Chapman Werner F. Schumacher Edwin Schumacher

Water Shortage Impacts Livestock and Crops

Farmers report extended water scarcity harming stock and crops over the past weeks and continuing into the present period, stressing fields and pastures across the region.

Women Enjoy Picnic Party at Nehawka

Members of the Nehawka Woman's club planned an outdoor picnic at Mrs. Ivan Balfour's southeast of Nehawka but rain forced them indoors. The gathering featured a long address on tax reduction and government economies by W. B. Banning, the gubernatorial candidate.

Nehawka W. B. Banning

Mrs Murdoch Wins Iris Prize at Plattsmouth Flower Show

Mrs Paul Murdoch, noted for her flower loving garden, won a prize at the Plattsmouth Flower Show held recently. The winner is praised for her skill in growing a variety of flowers.

Iris Paul Murdoch Plattsmouth

Pleasant Hill Club Enjoys Social Luncheon

Mrs. Fred W. Meisinger entertained the Pleasant Hill club at her country home last Thursday with a worthwhile program and a pleasant social hour followed by a delightful luncheon served by the hostess.

Pleasant Hill Club Fred W. Meisinger

Nehawka Family Attends UNL Baccalaureate and Commencement

Mr and Mrs Edwin Schumaker and daughters Helen and Mariana traveled to Lincoln to attend the University of Nebraska baccalaureate service for the graduating class. Their son Verner earned a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering with high distinction, one of four in the class to receive such honors.

Edwin Schumaker Helen Mariana Nehawka Lincoln University of Nebraska Verner

Community church events and schedules listed at Nehawka Otterbein

United Brethren in Christ and Otterbein Church announce Bible school and worship times. Rev. Otto Engebretson leads services. activities include Woman's Society host, Boys Club, Girls Club picnic at Arbor Lodge, Vacation Bible school program and Murdoch Grove picnic. Otterbein notes include Y P S C E meeting, officer elections, and Father’s Day events with Children’s Day planned.

United Brethren In Christ Otto Engebretson Nehawka Church Arbor Lodge Vacation Bible School Murdoch Grove Otterbein Church Bible Church School Woman's Society F. Hogue Bessie Murdoch

Father Card Prominent at Bates Bock Store

A handsome Father card highlighted among a broad price range at Bates Bock store. The item appears in display and is available in many price points for shoppers seeking a suitable gift.

Bates Bock

Needy Farmers Put on Payrolls for Drouth Relief

Federal relief plans in Nebraska authorize cash work relief for needy farmers to build highways and socially desirable projects. A total of 476,000 is allocated from the drouth relief fund, merging seed and feed purchases with cash work. Haynes notes seed sales may be limited but cash relief remains authorization for local projects in 30 to 40 counties designated as secondary growth areas.

Brough Nebraska Haynes Washington Drouth Harry L. Hopkins Federal Relief Administration

Prison Mutiny Quelled at Tennessee State Penitentiary

A seven hour mutiny by three long term convicts led by Lonnie Taylor ended when the men surrendered their guns and freed a hostage guard. Taylor was shot in the knee and became the sole casualty as 100 guards confronted the siege at the abandoned cell. The group planned to cut power and scale walls but failed and retreated.

Nashville Tenn Lonnie Taylor Taylor State Penitentiary Connors W. C. Smith

War debts off its hands Paris relief over no June payment

Paris relieves itself by pushing aside war debt questions after learning Britain will make no payment on June 15. Parliament then turns to funding rearmament through borrowing. The Paris Temps links Britain’s stance to America’s hard line and notes Washington must receive a formal cabinet statement.

Paris France Great Britain America Washington

Detachable cuffs era memories and high laundered cost

Nostalgic look at detachable cuffs and sleeve length anxieties from past decades. People recall paying pennies to launder them and the social fuss over proper attire.

Woman Loses 41 Lbs With Kruschen Salts Claim

A reader named Mrs. W. Echoff reports losing 41 pounds in about nine months using Kruschen Salts. She says blood pressure dropped from 290 and weight from 255 to 214, and she feels healthier. The ad claims a half teaspoon daily in warm water safely reduces fat and boosts vitality, with one bottle lasting four weeks and availability at F. G. Fricke & Co. or any drug store.

F. G. Fricke & Co

Community Notes From Murray and Surrounding Areas

Local items include Murray plans for free outdoor moving pictures each Saturday in summer led by merchants, June 9 opening. Socials and visits abound with Lewiston ice cream socials June 15 16, and kin from Centerville Iowa visiting Mur ry residents. Weather and property incidents feature roof damage to a hog shed and corn crib from a Sunday storm.

C. A. Eigle W. Copenhaver Lewiston Community Center Margaret Moore Council Bluffs Hild Hessenflow Fred Meisinger A. D. Asch Emil Hobscheidt Blue Ribbon Baby Beef Club Wm. Brandt John Hobscheidt D. Weigle Beverly Jean Centerville Iowa S. W. Copenhaver Dee Hostetter Tom Nelson Omaha Lawrence and Son Margaret Brendel John Frans Murray Bessie Copenhaver Russell Chinn D. W. Eigle Harry Gobelman W. G. Boedeker Eliza Burr Calloway West Wm. Berger Ashland Sadie Berger Louisville Custer Allen Toa Knox Grandview Cemetery Sidney Wm. Creamer, Jr A. D. Rhoden Hubbell Nebraska Brown C. V. Barrows

Grandmother Graves Poorly In Murray Home

Mrs. A. H. Graves aged 86, wife of A. H. Graves, has been very ill at their Murray home. Son J. Howard Graves of Plattsmouth plans to visit and arrange funeral details for Lester Baxter who died suddenly in the west. The body has not shipped. an inquiry into the death is under way amid fears of foul play.

Graves A. H. Graves Murray J. Howard Graves Plattsmouth Lester Baxter West

Mrs Sporer Remains Bedridden for Limb Infection Treatment

Mrs Wim Sporer continues to stay in bed for two weeks as doctors treat a troublesome limb infection. The ongoing medical effort aims to allow the limb to recover fully and reduce further complications.

Wm. Sporer Wim. Sporer

Summer car service offers power and safety check

Guaranteed repair service in Murray Nebraska at Bakke Garage on East Main Street checks power from the engine connecting rods and bearings and battery performance. Brakes and lights are inspected for safety and repairs offered if needed. See us at once for service.

Family shares a festive day with baskets and ice cream

The family gathered for a joyful occasion with well filed baskets and a freezer of home made ice cream. Guests included Wm. Sporer and wife, Charles Sporer, Chester Sporer and families, Martin Sporer and families, Mr. Russell Chinn and Bessie Coplenhaver.

Wm. Sporer Charles Sporer Chester Sporer Martin Sporer Mr. Russell Chinn Bessie Copenlhaver

Popcorn Purchase Sought by Raymond Edmond Frederick

Raymond Edmond Frederick traveled in the state early this week to arrange the purchase of a car of popcorn. He sought a supply to meet demand and ensure delivery.

Raymond Edmond Frederick

Tom Nelson's Marriage Rumor Sparks Private Inquiry

The report says Tom Nelson wed a young Omaha woman visiting here briefly. Nelson would not confirm or deny the rumor, inviting readers to form their own opinion as to its truth.

Tom Nelson Omaha Nelson

Ladies Aid Society Meeting at Christian Church

The Ladies Aid society of the Christian church will hold a meeting at the church parlors on Wednesday June 13 to handle business matters and enjoy a splendid program. They will also prepare plans for summer work and have a committee working on a future program for the coming Lord's Day when children will present the program.

Ladies’ Aid Society of the Christian Church

Missing Names From Last Week Notice

The following names were missed last week: Mr and Mrs Fritz Albers, Mr and Mrs G T Copenhaver and family, Mr and Mrs W Copenhaver and family, Mr and Mrs C A Anderson, John Chriswisser and family, Russell Chinn, Mr and Mrs Martin Johnson, Mr and Mrs Campbell, Mr and Mrs George Marten, Mr and Mrs J C Snavely, Mr and Mrs D B Porter, Mrs Dan Lynn, Mrs Mary Johnson, Mary Haven ridge.

Fritz .Albers G. T. Copenhaver W. Copenhaver C. A. Anderson John Chriswisser Russell Chinn Martin Johnson Campbell George Marten J. C. Snavely D. B. Porter Dan Lynn Mary Johnson Mary Havenridge

Return Home From Missouri Visit

BE. S. Tutt and his wife returned to Murray after a sojourn in Missouri where rain blessed the state. They praised the lush vegetation and noted there was no sign of dryness during their stay.

Missouri Union BE. S. Tutt Mrs. Tutt Murray

Hail Storm Damages Farms Near Murray Vicinity

Last Sunday afternoon a hail storm between Nehawka and Murray caused extensive damage. John Campbell Jr faced 100 acres of ruined corn and began replanting immediately. A.D. Rhoden, Charles Sporer, James Erhart, John Wiles, and Kelley Rhoden also suffered losses to buildings and roofs.

James Erhart John Wiles

We Did the Hitch Hike on a Hurdled Car Trip

We recount a roadside journey after a broken piston forced us to stop. We rode with Bruce Wells the bread man to Murray, visited Eugene Roddy, then Union with him, joined Ben Martin to his home, walked four blocks, and continued with Wm Jourgeson and family toward Omaha, grateful for friends who helped us finish the trip.

Bruce Wells Murray Eugene Roddy Union Ben Martin Plattsmouth Wm. Jourgeson Omaha

Have Basket Dinner at Christian church program

Last Sunday there were no regular services but a worthwhile program followed the Bible school. Mr and Mrs P F Rihn of Union attended and took part with Mr Rihn giving a special number.

Christian Church Bible School P. F. Rihn Union Rihn

V-8s Rally Past Chevrolets 11–10 In Tuesday Night Tilt

The V-8s overcame an 11–6 deficit after six innings to edge the Chevrolets 11–10. Pitchers Bob Brittain and Dr. L J Pucelik worked well, with Brittain closing strong to seal the victory as fans enjoyed a post game basket dinner.

Chevrolets Bob Brittain Dr. L Pucelik Chevrolet Brittain

Discourse by Charles Livingston at Murray Church

Charles Livingston son of Cyrus Livingston from near Weeping Water delivered a touching and worthwhile sermon at the Christian church in Murray last Sunday after graduating from the Theological College of University.

Charles Livingston Cyrus Livingston Weeping Water Theological College of Uniersity Murray

Elderly Couple Critically Injured In Platte County Crash

An elderly couple, August and Ruth Wetgen of Platte Center, sustained critical injuries when Rudolph Wetgen's car collided with Mrs. Mervin Carlson's vehicle near Stromsburg Nebraska. Their son, wife, and two grandchildren also involved. two others treated at local hospital. Carlson and Louella Rystrom from Lincoln suffered cuts and bruises.

Stromsburg Neb Rudolph Wetgen Platte Center Mervin Carlson Here August Wetgen Carlson Louella Rystrom Lincoln Rystrom Columbus

Woman Granted Divorce Over Husband Refusal to Listen

A woman is granted a divorce after claiming her voice was nearly silenced by her husband who would not listen to her. The court found the behavior abusive and prejudicial to her well being, leading to the dissolution of the marriage.

Bar Scene Described With Slim Performer Shaking Dice

A bar scene features a slender pretty girl at the bar shaking dice for a 26 ounce beer. The moment captures a casual, old fashioned vibe as patrons watch the interaction.

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