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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1931

Page

6

New Motor Link from Canada to Mexico Held Up

Mexico City reports the international highway linking Mexico City with the United States and Canada via Laredo is provisionally opened but closed to general traffic during the rainy season. Projected cost reaches 20 million dollars, with completion hoped after rains end. The route traverses notable Mexican cities and landscapes before ending at Nuevo Laredo.

Canada Mexico Mexico City United States Laredo Tex Pachuca Valley of Mexico Lake Cristobal Lake Texcoco Acolman Teotihuacan Actopan Don Pedro Rodriguez de Escobar Tula Ixmiquilpan Xhita Sierra Madre Mountains San Vicente Jacala Moctezuma Quetzalapa Chapulhuacan Tamazunchalo San Luis Potosi Valles Morelos Abra del Canton el Mante Frio Sabinas Llera Guayalejo Monterrey Nuevo Leon

Roosevelt Dines With White at Ohio Executive Mansion

President prospect Roosevelt and Mrs Roosevelt stop at Governor White's mansion after the French Lick governors conference. The visit fuels talk of a possible Democratic nomination and a running mate plan with White. Senator Bulkley joined the governors for dinner, signaling broader political chatter.

Columbus Roosevelt New York White Ohio French Lick Ind United States Bulkley Cleveland

Large Cass County Map On Sale At Journal Office

Large Cass county map available at the Journal office priced at 50 cents each.

Cass County Journal Office

France increases wheat imports from United States

France, facing dwindling native stocks, is buying more wheat from the United States than in the past year. Foreign wheat admitted rose to 25 percent of consumption from 10 percent, while millers reportedly purchase 50 to 60 percent abroad. Andre Tardieu says the government cannot halt purchases completely and expects continued heavy buying until the next harvest.

Paris France United States Andre Tardieu

Omaha Prohibition Clash Sparks Tip from Hayes Cafe Waitress

May Smith, a Hayes cafe waitress on North Sixteenth, told Inspector Paul Sutton that Joseph F. Albert, a special investigator for M. L. Harney, taunted police by saying he would expose Sutton. Albert later confronted Sutton. Sutton pressed charges for disturbing the peace. Albert’s case moved from police to federal court on habeas corpus, with potential heavier penalties.

Omaha Federal Prohibition May Smith Hayes Cafe North Sixteenth Street Paul Sutton Joseph F. Albert M. L. Harney Nebraska St. Paul Albert Sutton Altho William McDaniel Rowan Shaw State Journal

Mrs Clayton Heads to World W C T U Convention

Clara C. Clayton, president of the Nebraska W C T U, travels to Toronto for a four day world convention expected to attract about twelve hundred delegates from the United States. The event will feature youth organizations, prohibition petitions, international exhibits, and a Niagara Falls session of the national executive committee afterward.

Clara C. Clayton Nebraska Toronto United States Canada Dominion Clayton Niagara Falls

Nebraska 60th commencement to award 876 degrees

Eight hundred seventy six students will graduate at the University of Nebraska 60th commencement. The largest class in history includes 56 with masters or doctors degrees. Dr. Theodore G. Soares of California Institute of Technology will deliver the address.

Lincoln University of Nebraska Art and Sciences Teachers' College The Agricultural College Business Theodore G. Soares California Institute of Technology

Firemen Memorial Service Planned at Ridge Cemetery

Fremont June 4. The annual firemen memorial service will be held Sunday at the firemen s lot in Ridge cemetery. Fire Chief Harry Struve announced with Rev E L Baker to speak. Three firemen are buried there and flags at Ridge and Calvary cemeteries will be decorated.

Fremont Ridge Cemetery Harry Struve E. L. Baker Ridge and Calvary Cemeteries

Glenwood Man Kills Self in Despondent Moment

Ned Wilson 57 of Glenwood died after shooting himself in the yard Monday night. Mrs. Wilson heard the shot and found him in his underwear. He was taken to Edmundson hospital but died about 1:30 Tuesday morning. Wilson stated he killed himself, avoiding an inquest. Funeral arrangements were held at First Christian church with rev. J Irving Brown officiating. He leaves wife two daughters and three sons.

Ned Wilson Glenwood W. M. Plimpton Edmundson Hospital Council Bluffs Raynor Mr. Wilson J. Irving Brown Guy Mayberry Clyde Rhoads Frank Kemp Clarence Day Elsie Evans Ed Anderson Grace Markel Emma Otis Art Byers J. L. Ross J. R. Graves Ruben Marion Wiles Ollie Byers Fred Davis Fairview Rawles Township Thomas Edward Wilson John L. Wilson Alice James Bethany Tothem Willie Ross Pacific Junction Noah E Pisgah Deane John F

Weeping Water Native Appointed to Barberry Eradication Work

Jesse E. Livingston of Weeping Water in Cass county has been appointed to work for the U S department of agriculture starting June 8. He was chosen from 60 applicants to engage in barberry eradication aimed at reducing black stem rust and safeguarding crops in Nebraska and 13 nearby states.

Jesse E. Livingston Cass County United States Department of Agriculture Livingston University of Nebraska Nebraska

Farmers National Warehouse formed in Delaware

Farmers National Grain corporation announces the organization of Farmers National Warehouse with 5000 no par value shares organized under Delaware law. It aims to acquire terminal and sub terminal facilities nationwide with executives from the grain company as directors. Officials to be elected Monday.

Chicago Farmers’ National Grain Corporation Farmers’ National Warehouse Corporation Delaware Grain Company Warehouse Corporation C. E. Huff John Manley

Jolly Stitchers Hold Meeting At Norine Mayable Home

The Jolly Stitchers gathered Wednesday afternoon at Norine Mayable's home to work on a laundry bag project. Members were judged by a blind vote, fortunes told, songs sung, and refreshments provided by Norine Mayabb and Helen Kostka. Next meeting set for June 17 at Lucille Meisinger’s home with Marie Meisinger as assistant hostess.

Norine Mayable Norine Mayabb Helen Kostka Lucille Meisinger Marie Meisinger

Journal Offers Two Complete Matrix Cut Services Monthly

The Journal promotes two complete matrix cut services each month for advertisers. It asks readers if they are utilizing this illustrated service to their advantage.

The Journal

Vandals Damage Woodman Hall and Lodge Property

Unknown perpetrators forced entry onto the roof of Frank Bauers shop to smash and vandalize the Modern Woodman lodge at Woodman hall. The stage curtain piano chairs and lighting were damaged while windows and drops were cut or broken. Elmer Witherow found the damage on Wednesday and lodge officials expect to identify and prosecute the culprits.

Woodman Hall Frank Bauer Woodman Lodge Elmer Witherow

Pipeline workers blow out ten mile gas line near Nehawka

North of Nehawka residents heard a roaring gas release when Continental gas line workers opened a Sombro valve to clear the line. Fire apparatus and farmers were alarmed as they rushed to scene, but officials found the danger less than feared. The workers said blowing the line is routine and the excitement was exaggerated.

Nehawka Troy Shrader

Calves Taken Up Near Plattsmouth, Neb

Two stray calves found at a Plattsmouth home have been taken in by E. J. Lutz. Owners may claim by paying damages and proving ownership at his place just west of Plattsmouth. Call or visit to recover calves.

Plattsmouth E. J. Lutz

Byron Golding Visits Omaha For Brief Meetings

Byron Golding spent the day in Omaha visiting old friends and handling a few business matters during a brief stay.

Byron Golding Omaha

Nelson elected president of Nebraska Elks at Omaha convention

Walter C. Nelson, secretary of Omaha lodge No. 39, was elected president of the Nebraska State Association of Elks at the convention at the Elks club in Omaha. He succeeds Howard Loomis of Fremont. Officers include A. E. Wood Lincoln C. A. Baskin North Platte and A. P. Stafford Nebraska City as first three vice presidents. L. L. Turpin Omaha re elected secretary and Frank Real McCook treasurer. The Omaha lodge won the McCloud cup for ritual proficiency. Funds fund 10 thousand dollars endowment for crippled children. Acting Mayor Hopkins welcomed delegates.

Walter C. Nelson Omaha Nebraska State Association of Elks Elks Club Howard Loomis Fremont A. E. Wood Lincoln C. A. Baskin North Platte A. P. Stafford Nebraska City Mr. Stafford L. L. Turpin Frank Real McCook Omaha Lodge C. A. McCloud York William Gregorus Columbus C. A. Laughlin Grand Island Tiler Omaha Lodge No. 39 McCloud Harry B. Jones Loomis Happy Hollow Beatrice August Schneider Benedict Association Hopkins

Lewiston Social Circle closes winter season with picnic plan

The Lewiston Social Circle club of Cass county wrapped up a successful winter season with an all day meeting at Mrs. S. Y. Smith home. Members discussed nutrition outreach, a June 14 picnic at Mrs. Hobscheidt’s, and a card shower for ill neighbor Mrs. George Ray. Visitors included Miss Doris Albin and Miss Mildred Burbee.

Lewiston Cass County S. Y. Smith Smith Sterling Harris Fern Frans Red Cross John Hobscheidt George Ray Smith Home Doris Albin Mildred Burbee Union Glen Tompkins Rose Marie Rose Kendall Rachel Kendall David Kendall

Gathering of Pioneer Club on Memorial Day

The Pioneer club met at Mr. and Mrs. Orley Clements home for a Memorial Day picnic dinner. Attendees included Rev. and Mrs. Victor West, Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Neely, L. F. Langhurst and daughter Ethel, Ed Miller and son, Frank Baker, Mrs. Hoover, Dr. and Mrs. J. Deering, Sanford Clements and children, C. G. Bailey and daughter Hettie, Clark Gongales and children, the Guy Clements and Eldon Stark families, Mrs. Lucy Lyle, the Williams family, Elmer Shreve family, W. G. Clements, Spenker M. Leger family, and Miss Lela Wilson. The group enjoyed a cafeteria dinner and a pleasant time, as is typical for such gatherings.

Pioneer Club Orley Clements Victor West Elm Park M. E. Church of Lincoln J. M. Neely L. F. Langhurst Ethel Ed Miller Frank Baker Imperial Hoover Chicago J. 8. Deering Onawa Sanford Clements Peru C. G. Bailey Hettie Bailey Clark Gongales Guy Clements Eldon Stark Lucy Lyle Harry Williams Elmer Shreve W. G. Clements Spenker M. Leger Elmwood Lela Wilson Echo

For Sale Fresh Guernsey Cows

For sale fresh Guernsey cows advertised by Likewise and Pollock of Murray Nebraska contact phone 3103 for details.

Guernsey Pollock Murray, Nebr

Boyd County to Buy Grasshopper Poison

State Senator Christ Anderson of Bristow met in Lincoln with the agriculture department to plan eradication of a grasshopper plague in Boyd County. A carload of liquid bait mixed with water and bran, costing about 1100 dollars, will be shipped to farmers at cost under a reduced railroad rate. Farmers will mix and scatter the bait at field edges to kill the insects, with birds affected only if they eat unseparated bran.

Christ Anderson Bristow Lincoln State Department of Agriculture Boyd County State College of Agriculture Anderson Capitol Kansas City Northwestern Railroad Senator Anderson James W. Lundy Custer County House of Representatives

Farms for Sale Near Plattsmouth

Well improved 160 and 80 acre farms offered for sale near Plattsmouth. Price described as right by T. H. Pollock.

Plattsmouth T. H. Pollock

Church School Merger Considered by Denomination

Kansas City Kansas conference may vote next fall on closing the United Brethren Kansas City university and merging with the York Nebraska college after a study commission recommended consolidation. Opponents note York's distance from students and the KC school’s longer history with Methodists and United Brethren. The York college dates to about 40 years ago with York's church affiliation highlighting the plan.

Kansas City Kan Kansas City University United Brethren Church Church At York Neb Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma College At U. S Middle West United Brethern Church

Higher Rates on Freight Coordination Plan

Eastern railway presidents meet to coordinate higher freight tariffs nationwide and invite southern executives to a three sectional meeting in New York on June 11. R. N. Collyer to report progress on petition to the Interstate Commerce Commission seeking higher tariffs.

New York Eastern Railway Western Lines Southern Railway Eastern Southern and Western R. N. Collyer Trunk Line Association

For Sale Three Double Walled Buildings

Three double walled and floored structures for sale. One knocked down two on poles for moving. Price very reasonable. Contact W. N. Brink at phone 631-W. 14-2iw

W. N. Brink

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Cienega de Flores Mumulique Sabinas Hildalgo Salado Don Martin Nuevo Laredo J.M. Leyda Mrs. Clayton N. Y Iowa City Farmers IN Corporation Jolly Stitchers Loang—Investments Talia Ih Ee Dees Nelson Nebraska Elks Lewiston Social Workers Gathering OF Pioneer Club Wescott Thomas Walling Company Julia King Fast Express Bates Book & Stationery Store
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