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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1922
Page
8
Cincinnati report quotes B. M. Jewell head of six shop crafts unions denouncing a 60 million wage cut as hastily dressed up and unfair. He claims evidence was ignored and says the railroads aim to push a labor policy, urging a strike by 1.2 million railway workers.
The St Marys Guild held its closing meeting of the year at Mrs T J Will near Will View north of the city. A musical program featured vocal and piano pieces by Mrs James Begley and Miss Kathryn Wadick, with St Lukes Church choir led by Father W S Leete. Refreshments of strawberries and ice cream were served, and attendees departed praising the event.
This afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Methodist Parsonage the marriage of Beulah Henry and Earl Schwenneker occurred in a quiet ceremony attended only by immediate families. The bride wore silk lace over lavender satin with a white picture hat and carried a shower bouquet. Rev. John Calvert officiated with a double line service, and the couple will reside at the Henry home until their new residence is ready in the fall.
The Mod ern Woodmen picnic in this city features an athletic program with a wrestling match between Frank Schmader a noted local mat artist and a southern state wrestler. It will also include a boxing exhibition among local followers of the sport with Ermin Galloway a ex soldier and Joe Smetana an ex sailor likely to meet in a main lightweight bout and deliver a strong show for fans.
The Burlington railroad reports ample fuel supply from southern Colorado coal and LaFayette lignite near Denver. Oil burner locomotives power many northwest lines, keeping western branch stores unused. Eastbound lines receive coal from Kentucky mines and the strike has not yet hit business hard.
The Black and White Melody Boys perform at the Weeping Water social dance Friday night. Enjoy a real dancing treat as attendees gather for an evening of live music and social dancing.
Reports from Col J B Seyboldt of Murray at Lord Lister hospital in Omaha show little change in his serious condition. Family members stay close, assisting in his care as recovery remains uncertain.
In Omaha Friday night the Schmader Shade ten round windup features a comeback by Andy Schmader after a six month ban related to a prior incident. Plattsmouth Cass county fans plan to travel with J F Wolff arranging transport. Louisville and Cass county supporters expect a large turnout to witness the match.
Marshall Neiland’s Penrod at the First National features notable photographers. Alma Taylor shot Wesley Barry closeups, Prince Pignapelli filmed Rupe Collins, Cecil Hepworth captured the two little darkies, Fanchen Marco Don Bartlett and Cornish Beck also contributed. David Kesson supervised focus and lighting and rescued his camera during filming.
The June Red Books are available at the Journal office for immediate purchase. Hearst's Motion Picture Pho toplay and Classics editions are also in stock for readers seeking new releases.
Des Moines defines a sweeping primary as Colonel Smith Brookhart of Washington wins with over 35 percent, sweeping Iowa from farm railroad and labor votes. Closest rivals include Pickett of Waterloo and Thorne of Washington, with party leaders and nominees advancing in state offices.
Last evening Home Chapter No. 189, Order of Eastern Star, met at the Masonic temple and installed its newly elected officers. Officers installed include Mrs. Glen Perry as worthy matron and Luke L. Wiles as worthy patron, with a full slate of appointees and star points. Attendance was the largest in some time and the ceremonies were carried out impressively by the chapter officers.
The Cass County board weighs appointing a Plattsmouth justice of the peace to replace the late Judge M Archer and also serve as police judge. Three applicants are William Weber a former police judge in 1895 Attorney Charles E Martin and W B Rishel.
The city welcomes the return of No 1 from Chicago to Denver with a daily stop. The cost is near $10 and requires sufficient patronage to continue. It is the only direct Chicago to this city and aids travelers bound for Omaha, with an 6 15 a m departure reaching Omaha by 7 00 a m.
L. W. Ferguson and Roderick Stephens urged Senate action against Secretary Hoover’s coal price fixing, calling for a congressional probe if rescission fails. They cited mine-to-consumer price jumps from 1.75 to 3.50 a ton and alleged early price agreements among operators. Senators Borah and Walsh heard reports of nationwide retailer increases and foregone bargaining power since the conference.
Cass county districts excluding Plattsmouth and Weeping Water will meet next Monday June 12 to set levies for the coming year funding school operation and education. The article praises US public schools and credits the county superintendent Miss Alpha Peterson for strong educational results and diligent administration.
The county board re appoints William Deles Dernier of Elmwood as special county judge to preside at the Parmelo preliminary hearing. The bond will be approved during the session as the hearing is set for Saturday June 10. Deles Dernier was previously appointed in May but could not assume due to bond delays.
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