Authorities to Probe Facts of Janea Death
Officials including Sheriff Reed and County Attorney Kreck examine the death of James Janca Jr found near Union. A key ring and possible robbery, unclear rigor mortis, and train travel questions prompt a Friday inquest to reveal how he died and why he was in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
James Janca, Jr
Reed
Kreck
Rex Young
Janca
Young
Omaha
Plattsmouth
Hoboes
Depart for Europe with Local Art Supervisor
Miss Marie Kaufmann supervisor of art and penmanship in city schools leaves for Montreal with Mrs Veronica Fornoff and two granddaughters Aurelia and Jena Reichstadt. They sail June 11 for a European tour where Kaufmann guides travelers from the west, the Reichstadt girls visit Alton Switzerland and Germany visit with Mrs Fornoff and their grandmother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie Kaufmann
Montreal
Canada
Veronica Fornoff
Aurelia
Jena Reichstadt
Europe
Miss Kaufmann
Reichstadt
Alton
Switzerland
Germany
Death of Mrs Finder at West Granite Street Home
Mrs Paulina Finder died this morning at her West Granite Street home after a prolonged illness. A widow of Herman Finder, she lived with her son Emil Finder and was born in Germany on September 19 1850. Survived by sons Otto Finder of St Louis and Emil Finder plus several grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Granite Street
Paulina Finder
Otto Finder
St. Louis
Emil Finder
City
Bus driver pleads guilty to unlawful speed near Union
Carl Mason of Interstate Bus Line, arrested two weeks ago by state public works officials, changed his plea from not guilty to guilty in county court. He was fined 50 dollars plus costs, paid to settle the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Mason
Interstate
State Department of Public Works
Union
Hog stealing suspect arrested over county line farm
Sheriff Reed and Deputy Young arrested Frank Harmer on a warrant alleging he took three hogs from the premises of Harry Huntsman and Martin Jensen southwest of Weeping Water. Harmer pleaded not guilty and was held on $500 bond for trial set for Tuesday June 17. The incident involves Otoe county residents and the farm lies just over the line in Otoe county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reed
Young
Qtoe County
Frank Harmer
Harry Huntsman
Martin Jensen
Weeping Water
Otoe County
Sears S. Davis Named Head of U. of N. Alumni
Searl S. Davis of Plattsmouth elected president of the Nebraska Alumni Association for the coming year after a statewide vote. Mrs. W. E. Hardy of Lincoln named vice president and Harry B. Coffee of Chadron elected member at large. New district council members include Jay C. Moore Tecumseh Wilbur A. Jones Omaha Mrs G M Tunison Omaha Adolph Wenke Stanton Charles E Alter Alma and Ed Hoyt McCook. Davis, a 1909 graduate and former faculty member, to lead alumni activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Nebraska
Nebraska Alumni Association
Alumni Association
Searl S. Davis
Plattsmouth
W. E. Hardy
Lincoln
Harry B. Coffee
Chadron
Jay C. Moore
Tecumeh
Wilbur A. Jones
Omaha
G. M. Tunison
Adolph Wenke
Stanton
Charles E. Alter
Alma
Ed. Hoyt
Delightful recital by Mrs. Ferris pupils at public library
A pleasing season recital was held in the public library auditorium featuring violin and piano students of Mrs. Grace Lindner Ferris. Nineteen selections were performed by Charles and Vivian Warner Florence Sudduth Ellen Kaffenberger Bernese Kaffenberger Dorothy Toman Marion Meisnger Arthur Toman Geraldine Sudduth Ellen Kelly Harold Stirk Laura Mrasek Martha Kaffenberger Shirley Seiver Edward Lorenz John Kelly reflecting credit on both students and instructor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Lindner Ferris
Cass County
Charles and
Vivian Warner
Florence Sudduth
Ellen Kaffenberger
Bernese Kaffenberger
Dorothy Toman
Marion Meisinger
Arthur Toman
Geraldine Sudduth
Ellen Kelly
Harold Stirk
Laura Mrasek
Martha Kaffenberger
Shirley Seiver
Edward Lorenz
John Kelly
Measles Strikes Local School District Boy Beal
Bobbie Beal son of Mrs. Ralph M. Wiles has measles amid a regional outbreak. He has been quite ill for several days after recovering from pneumonia and is hoped to improve as the illness progresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobbie Beal
Ralph M. Wiles
Wolff Undergoes Operation At Omaha Hospital
John F. Wolff of this city was operated on yesterday at Immanuel hospital in Omaha for pus on the lung. A section of a rib was removed and drainage tubes placed. The operation gave relief and he is expected to recover his health soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Wolff
Immanuel Hospital
Omaha
Wolff
William Schneider Dies at Cedar Creek Home
William Schneider died at his Cedar Creek family home last evening after a six week paralysis illness. Born September 25, 1864 in Davenport Iowa he moved to Nebraska as a child and lived on the Cedar Creek farm his family always occupied. He is survived by his wife Mary Knorle three children Lloyd Oliver Schneider and Mrs Helen Stivers two brothers Henry A Schneider and George Schneider.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Schneider
Cedar Creek
Schneider
Davenport
Iowa
Jacob Schneider
Nebraska
William
Mr. Schneider
Mary Knorle
Lloyd
Oliver Schneider
Helen Stivers
Glenwood
Henry A. Schneider
George Schneider
Arapahoe
Recital By Mrs Capwell Pupils Delights Library Audience
Last evening the piano and dramatic art pupils of Mrs J A Capwell gave a fine recital at the public library auditorium before a large crowd. The skill ranged from youngest tots to mature students with standout performances by Twila Fay Hendrix Thelma Kohrell Katherine Armstrong Granville Sigler Helen Albert Katherine Shellenbarger Rachel Robertson Herbert Minor Noreen Engelkemeier Jeanne Parker Vestetta Robertson for piano and Shirley Keck Bobbie Dalton Marilyn Wilcox Twila Fay Hendrix Billie Dalton Mary Katherine Wiles Jack Dalton for dramatic art. A featured musical reading by Edna Mae Peterson with the gypsy chorus and dance impressed all attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Capwell
Grad with High Honors Helen Perry Honored at Nebraska
The University of Nebraska graduation lists Miss Helen Perry as among the top no grade scholars from the college of science and arts. She earned a bachelor of fine arts and a first grade high school teaching certificate after four successful years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Nebraska
College of Science and Arts
Helen Perry
Glenn Perry
Miss Perry
Plattsmouth
Visiting Mrs Busch Arrives for Brief Rockford Visit
Mrs Laura Long and her granddaughter Dorothy Ball of Estherville Iowa arrive in the city yesterday evening for a few days visit with Mrs Fred Busch a niece of Mrs Long. Mrs Long has long resided in Rockford Illinois but now lives in Denver and is returning east soon.
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Dany
Laura Long
Dorothy Ball
Estherville
Iowa
Fred Busch
Mrs. Long
Card of Thanks Expressing Gratitude for Support
Words cannot express our heartfelt gratitude to friends for acts of kindness during our recent sorrow. Mr. and Mrs. E. Ptak and Family thank you for your support and sympathy.
Ted-Chick Orchestra Organses in City
The Ted-Chick orchestra forms with Charles Nowacek on piano Clelland Retelsdorf on drums Marvin Tritsch on trumpet John Albert on clarinet and sax Edward Egeltjes berger on saxophone James Begley on saxophone and vocal soloist. Warren Farmer serves as business manager in control of the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted-Chick
Charles Nowacek
Clelland Retelsdorf
Marvin Tritsch
John Albert
Edward Egelberger
James Begley
Begley
Warren Farmer
Ted
Harris Carey Wedding Unites Local Couple
The marriage of Miss Katharine Eugenia Harris and Mr. Ted B. Carey was performed last Saturday evening at the Presbyterian manse with Rev. H. G. McClusky officiating. The couple will reside in Mynard, where the groom has lived since childhood, and are greeted with best wishes for happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine Eugenia Harris
Ted B. Carey
Mynard
H. G. McClusky
First Presbyterian Church
Anne Harris
Cecil M. Schaal
R. W. Harris
Plattsmouth
Texving
Cass
Morrill
A. C. Carey
Funeral of Clyde Ptak Held at St. John’s Church
The funeral services for Clyde Ptak were held Sunday at 3 30 PM at St. John’s Roman Catholic Church with many friends and family in attendance. Father Marcelles Agius conducted the burial service at the church and grave. Pallbearers included Clyde Graves Paul Vandervoort Leslie Gansemer Charles Howard James Holly and Jack Hart. Interment followed at the Catholic cemetery west of the city in the family plot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Ptak
St. John's
Marcelles Agius
Clyde Graves
Paul Vandervoort
Leslie Gansemer
Charles Howard
James Holly
Jack Hart
The
Silent
Wrecked Willys Knight Car Injures Two in Nebraska City Area
A Willys Knight sedan owned by Willie Jardon of Nebraska City was wrecked on highway No. 75 north of the city yesterday afternoon. Occupants suffered severe injuries including broken nose and multiple broken ribs after the car skidded off the road into a bank. The driver allegedly dozed at the wheel. The damaged car was taken to Oldham garage for repairs before returning to Nebraska City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willys- Knight
Willie Jardon
Nebraska City
Oldham
Card of Thanks from John Roback
A note from John Roback thanks friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy during his wife’s illness and death. He acknowledges pallbearers and those who provided car assistance and expresses lasting gratitude.
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John Roback
Mary Metzger Pioneer Resident laid to rest in Cedar Creek
Mrs. Mary Louise Metzger dies at eighty five at her Cedar Creek home after a life of community service. Born February 24 1845 in Louisville Ohio she moved with her family to the west and later married Christian Metzger in Mills County Iowa. She leaves ten children twelve grandchildren and one great grandchild. husband predeceased her. Funeral services were held at the family home and Glendale church with Rev. H G McClusky and a male quartet assisting. Burial followed at the churchyard beside her husband.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Louise Metzger
Metzger
H. G. McClusky
Presbyterian Church
Frank Cloidt
Raymond Cook
R. W. Knorr
Jesus Savior
Glendale
McClusky
W.H. Heil
C. A. Gauer
H. M. Soennichsen
John Gauer
James Terryberry
Charles Troop
Mary Louise
Nicholas
Margaret Wintz
Louisville
Stark County
Ohio
Cedar Creek
Canton
Marysville
Iowa
Missouri
St. Louis
William A
Gordon
Nebraska
Albert H
Marion O
Merriam
Frederick C
Rathieman
Montana
Clara M. Stander
Omaha
Amelia J. Meyer
Berlin
Germany
Christian E
Mary C
Margaret A. Plumer
Council Bluffs
Andrew J. Wintz
Baker City
Oregon
Plattsmouth
James Janca at Rest after Tragic Train Death
Funeral services for James Janeca held at Holy Rosary Church on West Pearl Street. Rev Father Jerry Hancik conducted the Catholic burial service as friends accompanied the flag draped casket to the local cemetery. The deceased, a serviceman and member of the Douglas County Post American Legion at Omaha, was mourned by many relatives and neighbors.
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James Janeca
Union
Holy Rosary
West Pearl Street
Jerry Hancik
C. M. Gradoville
Anton Rys
Edward Gradoville
Frank Krejci
Joseph Kanka
John Bajeck
Douglas County
American Legion
Omaha
Texas visitors arrive for family reunion in town
Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Jean and their children from near McAllen, Texas, arrived for a visit with relatives and old-time friends, staying with Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Jean and other relatives. They left this morning for Plainview, Nebraska to visit the Ebinger and Weidman homes. The Jeans praise the Rio Grande valley as a fertile Southwest region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Jean
McAllen
Texas
C. L. Jean
Jean
Plainview
Nebraska
Fred W. Ebinger
George
Fred Weidman
Masons Install Officers of Local Lodge Last Night
Plattsmouth lodge No. 6 A. F. & A. M. held officers installation in the Masonic temple with a large turnout. Dr. J. B. Lichtenwallner of Omaha installed the officers and William McCormick spoke on the order’s work. Accompanying dignitaries were Stanley Bostwick and Zach Hornsberger. A luncheon followed the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth
Masonic Temple
J. B. Lichtenwallner
Omaha
State Masonic Home Association
W. M
R. P. Westover
Ss. W
H. L. Gayer
J. W
Robert M. Painter
L. W. Niel
F. A. Cloidt
Ss. D
L. F. Terryberry
J. D.—Leonard Born
Carl Schneider
Lester Meisinger
Tyler
August Kaffenberger
William McCormick
Lichtenwallner
McCormick
Stanley Bostwick
Zach Hornsberger
Death of John Tighe longtime county deputy sheriff
News arrives of John Tighe's death at St Catherine's hospital after an appendicitis surgery. He served as county deputy sheriff under his brother William and helped capture Harry Hill after Matthew Akeson’s murder. Survived by wife and children, including Lillian Tighe injured in a broken limb. Funeral set for Wednesday at St Cecelia's cathedral in Omaha.
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St. Catherine's Hospital
John Tighe
Manley
Tighe
William Tighe
Matthew Akeson
Harry Hill
Old Jail
Pearl Street
Lillian Tighe
St. Catherine’s Hospital
St. Cecelia’s Cathedral
Omaha
Rotary Club Meeting Features Ecuador Secretary Talk
The Daly Tuesday Rotary gathering hosted a round table on topics of interest. Dr. P. T. Heineman, secretary of the Ecuador Rotary club, led a lively discussion on climate, people, and life in the South American nation and read letters from two Ecuadoran clubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rotary Club
P. T. Heineman
Ecuador
Car Wreck Injures Omaha Man Near Highway 75
This morning C. E. Murphy of Omaha was injured when his car overturned on highway No. 75 north of the city. Brake failure blamed for the crash. Murphy received a lip cut requiring three stitches and was taken to Dr. E. J. Gillespie’s office for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Murphy
Omaha
Sale Pavilion to Be Used for Car Parking
The Chamber of Commerce secures use of the Vallery Sale pavilion on South 5th street to increase city parking for autos and trucks in emergencies. The graveled lot will hold about thirty five cars with lighting and a watchman if needed to guard vehicles, aiding the Saturday night parking congestion.
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Chamber of Commerce
Vallery Sale
South 5Th Street
Pavilion
Malin Street
Funeral of John Tighe in Omaha Cathedral
John Tighe longtime Cass county resident died and was buried in Holy Sepulcher cemetery Omaha. He taught in Iowa and Nebraska and ran grain business in York Bradshaw and Grand Island before settling in Manley then Omaha. Survived by widow Honore Murphy Tighe two sons and six daughters with siblings and a late daughter Mary Cowan.
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John Tighe
Cass County
St. Cecelia Catholic Cathedral
Omaha
Manley
Holy Sepulcher Cemetery
Petersbro
Canada
Kingston
Toronto
Iowa
States
Honore Murphy
Tighe
Nebraska
York
Bradshaw
Grand Island
William Tighe
U. S
North 40Th Street
Honore Murphy Tighe
Leo H
Paul
Herman
Lillie C
Anna F
Chicago
Walter M. Mockenhaupt
Charles Cowan
Canning
Returns to Hospital After Omaha Trip
Mrs W G Kieck and her daughter Marilyn Jean travel to Omaha for a week of rest at Methodist Hospital. Doctors order absolute rest for Mrs Kieck and quiet, while Marilyn Jean receives treatment for several days of stomach trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Kieck
Marylin Jean
Omaha
Methodist Hospital
Pleasant birth of a ten-pound son at Young residence
This morning Mr. and Mrs. Tom Young welcomed a ten pound son at their home on 9th and Gold street. The mother and baby are both doing well, much joy shared by the family, including grandmother Mrs. Dollie Young.
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Tom Young
9Th and
Gold Street
Dollie Young
Picnic season sales at Bates Book Store
Bates Book Store advertises picnic supplies inviting shoppers to gear up for outdoor meals this season with a focus on convenient bargains and wide selection.
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Bates Book Store
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Janea
Mrs. Finder
Sears S. Davis
U. of N
State Association
Wm. Schneider
Mrs. Busch
Thanes
Presbyterian
Mary Metzger
Glendale Church
James Janca
Masons
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