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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1923
Page
4
A pasted collection of adages and weathered lines readers trade flourishes and jokes with a religious touch. It juggles Fourth of July cheer and political barbs while noting figures from census data and a nascent press mood.
A report recalls crooks using bogus checks to steal about $1,000,000 on Wall Street. The remark about more suckers in the street near Trinity Church is cited to underline the wider fraud risk.
A collection of satirical remarks and quick takes on the presidential race figures including Henry Ford and the ex Kaiser, plus light commentary on elections in Minnesota and social norms. The column jests about law changes and household costs, ending with a tongue in cheek note on married life and alimony.
Dr. Nicholas Butler argues the 1924 election hinges on taxes foreign policy prohibition railways and farming. He warns a platform must be built like a carpenter crafts that can hold together with diverse planks.
The piece notes that much writing about Russia comes from weekend visitors who stay briefly at the edge of events and depart. It adds that anyone who stays longer inside Russia appears to have a weak end of his own.
Public auction at the Todd store building Union Cass county to sell the personal property of Thomas H Cromwell and John A Gakemeier including a fee box fixtures Daytona scales a cash register show cases thread case and three counters to satisfy a judgment for Edward S Tutt. The sale is conducted by Sheriff Co D Quinton with attorney W A Robertson.
In Cass County Nebraska the County Court at Plattsmouth will hold sessions on July 7 1923 and October 9 1923 at ten oclock to receive and examine all claims against the estate of Eli Manspeaker deceased. Claims must be presented within three months from July 7 1923 and debts paid within one year from that date. Attested by Allen J Beeson County Judge. (Seal) 17 4w.
The piece argues the average taxpayer pays three times as much as before prohibition and questions how much longer taxpayers will tolerate the increases. It reflects growing public discontent and calls for scrutiny of fiscal policy.
The County Board of Equalization will convene in Plattsmouth Nebraska to adjust Cass county assessments for 1923. Sessions start Tuesday June 12 at 9 a.m. and run daily to noon Friday June 15. Claims for equalization must be filed by Thursday June 14. Official: GEO R SAYLES Clerk.
Notices of multiple judicial sales in Plattsmouth Cass County Nebraska. Properties include Lots 8 9 in Stableman Addition, and various other parcels in Egenberger Troop Subdivisions and Block 75 Plattsmouth. Auctions set for July 2 1923 and July 9 1923 at 10 oclock from the South door of the courthouse.
The piece argues prohibition stemmed from alcohol's harm to drinkers and bystanders. It recalls Anstie's Limit, defines daily alcohol caps, and warns pure liquor remains dangerous. It notes ongoing social and political tensions with a wary view of changing motives behind drink policy.
Lot 12 Block 40 City of Plattsmouth Cass county Nebras ka taken as the property of Willi E Fox Jr Marie Fox Frankie Fox Thomas B Salmon Thomas B Salmon Jr two minors George O Dovey and John McNurlin administrator of the estate of William K Fox deceased defendants to satisfy a judgment said Court recovered by The Liv tion plaintif against said defend
Public notice announces a special election in Cass County Nebraska on June 26 1923. Voters decide if C-7 may issue 35000 in negotiable bonds for a new school building with a tax to pay interest and principal, polling at the district school from 3 to 9 p.m. District Board Director August Ruge signs the notice dated June 1 1928.
A. R. Tearney president of the Western league said there is absolutely nothing to reports of moving the Sioux City franchise to Kansas City Kansas. He noted consent from George Muehlebach of the Kansas City Blues and the American association is required and cannot be given due to a contract with a negro baseball team. He said the league is satisfied with current conditions and looked to have a ready location if relocation becomes necessary.
The District Court directs sale at the south door of the listed Lots in Long's Addition Mynard Cass County Nebraska to satisfy a judgment in favor of Fred E Bodie Receiver of the Bank of Cass County against William B Porter and Alva A Porter Plattsmouth Nebraska May 24 1 2024
The east half of the northwest quarter of Section 27 Township 12 Range 10 East of the 6th P M Cass county Nebraska is sold for cash on the 9th day of the year to satisfy a court judgment. Property owned by Elmer Carter Charles P Guenther and Agusta E Guenther. Plaintiff Emma Milton. Attorney Herring.
For stomach troubles the advertisement claims Chamberlains Tablets quickly strengthen the stomach and restore natural function. Priced at a quarter, the cure is promoted by Weyrich & Hadraba.
Court orders hearing on June 5 1923 in Cass County Nebraska to prove the May 17 1922 will of Eli Manspeaker and grant administration to Margaret Elizabeth Manspeaker executrix. Notice to interested parties via Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks prior to hearing. County Judge Allen J Beeson seals document.
Lincoln June 7 Auto license plates for next year will cost about 50 percent more than this year. J R Farris state purchasing agent announced bids opened show the lowest bid at 14 95 cents per pair for 1000000 pairs. The contract will be let at 3 oclock tomorrow after review of bidder standings.
A concise call to action urges readers to advertise surplus articles in the Journal. It notes practical steps to place ads and highlights the benefit of clearing space while reaching local buyers.
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