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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1920
Page
4
A concise public missive calls for a halt to the ongoing clash of rhetoric in the Navy Department as voices argue over profiteers and the proper treatment of wealth. The letter stresses restraint and integrity over sensationalism and self interest.
An old newspaper quip notes burglars find breaking in easier as homeowners often lack bold defense in night attire. The remark reflects a common crime stereotype and social attitudes of the era.
A New York preacher argues for a Moses to guide Americans out of hardship. He rejects slow, drawn out action noting Moses spent forty years delivering the Israelites and did not finish the task, urging a quick action leader for the undertaking.
The note mentions Paderewski taking a seat in the Polish parliament replacing piano music with political talks. It reflects a shift from artistic to political duties and suggests the price of tools influencing decisions.
The piece notes marriage trends as a driver of divorces and discusses campaign strategy. It cites Governor Lowden’s pledged fund held in trust by Missouri delegates and notes unpledged delegates and voters hold key influence in party conventions and national balance of power.
Senator Newberry signals another bid for the senate after payments to Michigan voters averaging about ten dollars each, suggesting continued voter influence as he contemplates a new campaign.
A public observer notes strikes persist even when unions act without authorization and officials deem them illegal, suggesting a habit of industrial action beyond legal constraints.
The Chickage packers report beef wholesale prices fell during May from 3 to . The notice credits the packers for providing the market update and notes the decline is based on their wholesale price announcements.
The writer assesses the expected nominee in San Francisco and urges unified support from all who call themselves Democrats, while calling dissenters to join the ranks.
The article argues ending the dancing ban will hit evangelists who condemn dancing as a dangerous temptation. It cites sermons on abusing youths and labels the issue as a domestic distraction. With the ban lifted and a wartime demon removed, tobacco chewers are expected to bear the impact.
The note urges concern over coal stocks for next winter amid platform chatter. It contrasts perceptions of modern and old fashioned girls, remarking that beneath makeup the modern girl is as pretty as the past.
A waitress in St. Louis married a restaurant guest after serving his dinner. She claimed she rushed the marriage because she did not want to wait any longer.
The president weighs drastic options in a difficult choice about Congress. He appears likely to pursue removing congressional influence rather than risking continued friction this season.
Several civil suits filed in county court with demands totaling 1000 plus. Henry M Soennichsen sues Riley Huddleston and Magele Huddleston for 201.50 over a horse injury by defendants car. Mary A Taylor sues Abraham Cohen for 800 over an auto collision near Union last week. Gertrude Carper seeks authority to sell real estate for minor heirs. County Attorney Cole investigated local burglaries at Greenwood and Louisville. Sheriff Quinton took George Metcalfe to the state hospital. Metcalfe from near Weeping Witter.
Wednesday evening at the Bucknell home the marriage of Jessie Bucknell to Dan Muenchau was solemnized by Rev Winscht. The ceremony used a ring and the room was decorated with ferns and snowballs. The bride, a graduate of Alvo High, and the groom, a prosperous farmer of Karte, will live on a farm north of Eagle. Attending were relatives from University Place Elmwood and Alvo among others.
Nearly new Minneapolis threshing outfit with tank and belts 20 hp straight flue engine and 36x56 separator H A Schwartz Nehawka Nebraska handles inquiries and offers for sale or trade.
New 1920 Reo touring car never run and will sell at a bargain. J. H. Domingo in Weeping Water offers this motor vehicle for quick disposal.
Three driven horses aged 5 66 and 7 years are for sale. They can be driven and trained to take about 40 head of cattle and horses to pasture. Rates list cattle at $2 per month and horses at $3 per month. Contact M. E. Peitarsen, one mile west of Cullom on the old Black farm. 2e-W
Local Journal office advertises a selection of widely sold copyright books. Public readers can purchase titles directly at the newsroom. Availability includes noted bestsellers and author collections for immediate take home.
Benjamin F. Snodgrass files in Wermee Court of Cass County Nebraska to quiet title on Government Lots One and Two in Section 20 Township 72 North Range 14 East of the 6th P.M. Lot 87 and 28 on plat, also Lots 6 and 41, against named heirs and unknown heirs devises and personal representatives. Defendants notified to appear by May 12, 1920. case assigned No. fe fequien te. Attorney Dwyer represents plaintiff.
In district court of Cass County Nebraska H Pollock sues William Gramma and others in a quiet title action concerning Lot four in Wheyrom district Plattamoth city. The suit seeks to bar any adverse claims from defendants and to declare Pollock’s title superior. Defendants must answer by July 19, 1820 or default will be entered.
In the County Court of Cass County Nebraska the estate of Humbers Lee Oldham is opened for creditors. Creditors must present claims at the County Court room in Fremont on the Send day of January and the Zone day of September 1920. Claims must be presented within three months from June 22 1920 and debts payable within one year from June 22 1920. Signed by County Judge Alden A Roberson May 25 1920.
In Cass County Nebraska the matter of the estate of Oliver James Gilson deceased proceeds as Sarah Ellen Gilson seeks administration as Administratrix. June 24 1920 at 9 00 oclock am is set for hearing in County Court with notice by publication in the Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks prior.
In the County Court of Plattmouth the estate of Fred Commdon is set for creditor claims. A claims hearing will be held June 22 1920 and September 22 1920 at 9 oclock a.m. to examine and adjust claims. Claims must be filed within three months from June 22 1920 and debts paid within one year. Witness is County Judge wm27? 1920.
In Cass County District Court Clark Newlon and Mary C Newlon sue Culver L Robinson and unknown heirs or claimants to quiet title to west half of NW quarter Section 14 and SE quarter NE quarter Section 8 Township 21 Range IV Nebraska. Plaintiffs claim adverse possession over ten years and seek injunction and relief. Answer by July 19, 1920.
William Nickles files suit in Cass County Nebraska to quiet title to the southwest quarter of Section 34 Township 11 Range 15 east of the 6th P.M. requesting to enjoin Bernard G Wiles Albert I Mikenbury and related heirs from any real or claimed interest in the property and for general equitable relief with a deadline of June 19 1920 to answer.
In Cass County Nebraska the County Court sets June 22 1920 at 10am to hear the petition of George J Kupke for final settlement and discharge in the estate of Herman Kupke deceased. Notice to interested persons by publishing in the Portsmouth Journal for one week prior to hearing. Signed June 12 1920 by County Judge Allen J Reeson.
The Cass County Nebraska estate of Eulalie Lane requires creditors to present claims at the county court in Plattsmouth on July 12 and October 13, 1920 at 10 a.m. Each day will hear and examine all claims against the estate. Debts must be paid within one year from July 12, 1920. The notice is dated June 12, 1928.
The Shaffer home on South Wth street welcomed a fine little daughter this morning in good health. D. A. Young and wife traveled from near Murray to visit relatives and friends.
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