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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1930
Page
6
The board of education reports 336 602 03 in bond funds invested earning interest and a 4000 uninvested reserve for interest and incidentals. A year end balance of 310 000 is expected as a solid showing of careful school finances. To guard against slow tax payments the board opts to keep a one mill levy for next year rather than a two mill cut.
General regret is voiced in Nebraska over the transfer of Colonel A Trott, commanding officer of the Seventeenth Infantry at Fort Crook, to headquarters of the Ninety Fourth Division in Boston. He reports June 25 to assume new duties.
This morning at the court house Rex C. White and Vera M. Curtis of Omaha were married by Judge A. H. Duxbury. Witnesses included Jennings Seybert and Mrs. Co A Young of Dayton Ohio.
Sheriff Bert Reed and Deputy Rex Young detain about a dozen hoboes off a Missouri Pacific freight train in Union. The group, riding northbound, was peacefully dispersed with two resisting removal. One man hurled a stone at the conductor but caused no injury as the train continued toward Otoe County.
The Cass County Ministerial Association met June 4 at First M E Church Louisville with a luncheon and a 2:30 p m essay by Rev C F Snyder of Weeping Water on missionary issues in China. A Union Gospel service is planned for June 15 in Union with Rev W W Kraetzer and Rev J S Street as speakers. Next meeting set for July 1 at Alvo M E Church with a closing summer gathering and music and talks.
The Mynard Community club met Wednesday after a postponement due to the death of Mrs. W T Richardson. With lights out, few members attended, enjoyed singing, socializing, ice cream and cake, and no program was held. Next meeting scheduled for the last Friday in June.
Bates Book Store offers a range of picnic supplies including baskets, blankets, utensils, and coolers for outdoor events. Customers can browse themed sets and seasonal accessories suitable for family outings and group picnics.
Last Tuesday Maurice Robertson’s Jersey cow produced a double calf with two heads four front legs two tails and two sets of organs though the hind legs were fused. The calf could not be saved nor could the cow, but she recovers well under Robertson’s care as neighbors visit.
Flooding from heavy rain interrupts Union Pacific service near Kearney Nebraska two miles west of town with 2300 feet of track washed out. About 400 workers with heavy equipment prepare to rebuild while Central Power Co canal leaks persist. Passengers rerouted via Burlington and local highways rendered impassable, crops and livestock damaged.
Four eastbound Union Pacific passenger trains lined up at North Platte depot awaiting permission to resume service. Chief Dispatcher Deakins said the line may reopen after midnight as repairs near Kearney progress. The initial train reached 2 16 p m with others by 4 p m as passengers queued in town.
The state of Nebraska can pursue its $1,003,000 suit against General News Bureau in state courts. Federal Judge Woodrough declined to take jurisdiction and remanded the case to Douglas County District Court where it originated six months ago. The action alleges noncompliance with Nebraska corporation laws and seeks $1,000 daily fines for ongoing operation.
Miss Catherine Schneider of Plattsmouth earns a bachelor of arts in the College of Education and a teachers certificate at the University of Nebraska during commencement. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H A Schneider and a 1926 Plattsmouth High School graduate who completed four successful years at the state university.
The Seybert family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness shown during the recent death of husband and father. Mrs W H Seybert and Family express appreciation for support and sympathy.
On Sunday June 15th Father's Day is celebrated with a message to honor dads. Bates Book and Gift Shop offers a large assortment of gifts and cards for the occasion.
Orville A. Andrews of Lincoln was chosen grand master of the Nebraska grand lodge at the temple in Omaha. Ira C. Freet of York retires as grand master, with John R. Tapster and J. Dean Ringer elected deputy grand master and grand junior warden. Lewis E. Smith re elected grand secretary. The 73d grand lodge session drew about 600 Masons for reports and dinners, with Edmund E. Morris of Missouri grand lodge as principal speaker.
On May first at 8 p.m. Miss Florence Mills daughter of Mr and Mrs Martin Mills Grant Nebraska and Herman F Engelking Elmwood were married at the home of the bride's sister Mrs Ralph Tenney Lincoln officiated by Rev Ray E Hunt First Christian church Lincoln Nebraska. They will reside in Elmwood with out of town guests listed.
Dr W H Tuck Mrs Cora Johnson of Lincoln and Mrs Tuck's sister were in an auto wreck near Nevada Iowa at noon Wednesday. Mrs Johnson suffered the most serious injuries while Mrs Tuck and Dr Tuck had minor injuries and shock.
The district court case Ole Oleson v. John W. Swindle and others is settled by stipulation. Oleson gains a first lien on the property, the bank holds a second lien, and parties resolve remaining differences privately. Harry H. Haffner has an option to buy the First National Bank judgment.
Census director Victor Reynolds reports western Nebraska drives the rise with 107 incorporated places of 1000 or more. Beatrice Fremont Norfolk rise into top ranks while Alliance McCook Falls City grow, Falls City overtakes York and Hastings leads central gains with 32 percent increase.
County commissioners approved a district 96 levy to fund a new Manley school building costing 12,500 dollars. The levy will run eight years to retire the principal and interest, with annual amounts to be set by the county board of equalization. The current school is described as inadequate and voters directed the project after the board authorized pursuing bids.
Officials are discussing the process and steps for arranging a levy. Details on responsible bodies, funding scope, and timetable are being reviewed, with emphasis on transparency and public input before final decisions.
Mrs. Lee J. Mayfield of Louisville has returned from Omaha after a brief stay. Friends report she is improved and hopes to resume her editorial work at the Louisville Courier soon, though she is now enjoying rest and recuperation.
A brief notice announces remaining Cass county maps available for 50 cents each while stocks last.
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