This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1920
Page
4
A collection of overheard opinions and jumbled lines reflects distrust in leaders and a wary electorate. The text touches Cuba travel, rising prices, religious thrift, American protection for Armenia, presidential terms, census recounts, and party politics with humor and cynicism.
The article notes a shift in fashion with garments adopting fewer hooks and more eye closures, signaling a move toward simpler fastening methods for easier wear.
Patrons laugh at potato prices and the debate over inflation as merchants press for higher profits. The cartoonish note mocks tightwads and calls out inflated schemes while critiquing price rumors and market jokingly.
A Kentucky newspaper story notes that moonshiners face trouble when conflicts arise and enforcement action increases. The piece frames the community as forward looking with caution about illicit alcohol activity and local responses.
A perplexing note signals a shift as a disciple of wind-blown doctrines pivots from a planned path to an unexpected brainstorm. Details are unclear, but the moment hints at a changing approach within the group.
The court decided last year that the federal income tax on salaries of the president and federal judges including Supreme Court justices is unconstitutional.
The Elks lodge gains in membership and prominence through sustained effort and public deeds. Veterans like Dr. J. S. Livingston, Matthew Gering, James K. Pollock, A. J. Beeson, H. A. Schneider, EK. Hickey, James Holmes and others are credited for shouldering early burdens as the newer members prepare to carry the load forward under guidance. A bright future is forecast.
In a bold suggestion, Mr. Bryan argues for abolishing the double standard of virtue by constitutional amendment and urges speedy adoption of his plan. He envisions incorporating the Ten Commandments into the constitution with federal and state power to set allowed levels of covetousness and theft and to punish transgressors.
The New York Tribune argues for compulsory chautauqua attendance and strict moral standards. It urges regulating conduct, mentions banning tobacco and rationing kissing, claiming lifelong abstention from lectures is monstrous if not attended.
Monday's court activity included citizenship applications and many filings. Anna Warris sues for divorce from Robert Warris on extreme cruelty and abusive language with custody, home possession, alimony, and restraining orders sought. Frank Batley sues Ella Lamp et al to quiet title to property near Weeping Water.
Martin L Frederick has returned from Mayo Brothers hospital in Rochester after two and a half months of confinement. He remains weak but health is greatly improved and doctors report the original illness removed. His family and friends express joy at his return and hope for a speedy full recovery.
The document documents a Cassconn district court matter listing multiple plaintiffs and representatives for an estate in Wheatboy Michkelveait. It details boundaries and sections for a land conveyance or partition likely in the North Pahee Th Foust area, including references to government entities and local townships.
Benjamin Ke Snougrass files suit in Custer County Nebraska to quiet title to his land against Abell Schilds Mare Walcott and others. The case concerns a line of right of way of the Burlington and Missouri River Railway and surrounding lots in Government Lot One Section Twenty. The petition requests removal of any claims and injunction against use or sale of the property. The respondents are to answer by a specified date or risk default. The filing lists the named defendants and their unknown heirs and assigns.
The District Court of Cass County Nebraska issues a foreclosure notice in the Graff estate case. William S Graff and heirs are named defendants with multiple misspelled aliases and unknowns. The action seeks settlement of claims on property in Plattsmouth Nebraska and orders all defendants to appear or face default on June 4, 1920.
In Cass County Nebraska the suit of Nickie Plainshy versus Ber rad Wiles Albert Ti Lebikenburs and others seeks to quiet title to the northeast quarter of Section 36, Township 2, Range 73, east of the 6th P.M. The defendants are notified to answer by July 19, 1920, or default judgment may be entered. William Nickles, attorney.
Inquire at this office for details on a small amount of good bottom pasture currently available.
In the County Court of Cass County Nebraska Oliver James Gillean estate. Sarah Ellen Gilsen petitions to be appointed Administratrix. June 24 1920 set for hearing. Notice to interested parties by Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks prior. Dated May 27 1920 Allen J Beeson County Judge.
Notice to creditors of the estate of Fred Comdlon. The county court in Pintts moll will hear claims on June 22 and September 22, 120, at 9:00 am to adjust claims. Claims must be presented within three months from June 2, 1929. Debts payable within one year from June 22, 1200. County Judge Sealy mivy-2 County.
Mrs. C. D. Gerry returned home from Omaha where she attended the death of her grandmother Mrs. Mary Ball. Mrs Ball died in Omaha on the preceding Saturday. Funeral services and burial were held in Omaha. Gift cards at Journal office.
The State of Nebraska Cass County provides notice that Allen J. Berson, County Judge, will hold sessions in the County Court room Plattsmouth on June 2 and September 22, 1820 at 9 am to examine all claims against the estate. Creditors must file within three months from June 2, 1820. Payment deadline for claims is one year from June 2, 1820.
In the district court of Cass county Nebraska Chik S S Newton and Mary C Newton plaintiffs vs Culver L Robinson Mrs Culver L Robinson first real name unknown and unknown heirs devisees and all other interested in the estate of Culver Le Robinson all of the described lands in section 74 and 34 township 11 range 14 Nebraska and all other persons claiming any interest You are to answer by July 19 1920 to quiet title and remove clouds on the title and for general relief Clark Newelon and Mary Newson plaintiffs Tepe attorney
In the County Court of Cass county Nebraska a petition by Feurenia Peles Dernier seeks final settlement and distribution of the estate of James Deles Dernier. A hearing is ordered for June 11 1920 at 10 o'clock am. Notice to heirs and interested parties via Portsmouth Journal for one week prior to the hearing.
The marriage of Miss B. Johnson to Michael W. Cody occurred at 8 30 Saturday in the church of the Holy Trinity with Rev. Dr Mills Hayes presiding. Mrs Gene Stewart and Edgar W. Johnson attended. A reception followed at the bride's mother's home with pink and white decorations.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.