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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1920
Page
6
The passage urges every family to keep the preparation at hand for instant use during severe colic and cholera morbus as it often proves fatal before medical help arrives. It notes a uniform process in its use and the prompt cures it has effected, elevating it to a staple article of trade.
The State Engineer reports maintenance plans for the Washington Highway from Omaha to Plattsmouth. A heavy blade grader is back on the road, with a patrol gang to keep it in first class shape up to the river bridge.
A county court session filed petitions for guardianship of Owne Ray Deles Dernier and for probate of Mary Jane Johnson’s will. Executors were named for the Johnson estate with Frank H. Johnson appointed. A marriage license was issued to Martin W. Grefe and Ruby Stafford. A quiet title suit was filed in district court and the sheriff is serving papers in South Bend.
George B. Noble is appointed assistant professor of political science by the state university board of regents. Noble, a UW graduate and Oxford Rhodes scholar, served in WWI, earned the Distinguished Service Medal, and worked with the American peace commission in Paris. He is pursuing a PhD at Columbia in international law and diplomacy.
Ruben Shapiro of Omaha, visiting the city, tried to buy junk without a business license. Chief Manspeaker arrested him, and Judge Archer sentenced him in police court to a fine of 35 and costs totaling 8 in expected funds.
Children gathered at Mr and Mrs G D Smith home to celebrate the eleventh birthday of Zella Putnam of St Joseph Mo visiting in the city The party included Caroline Schulhof Bertha Schulhof Ruth Luschinsky Thelma Hazel and others with games contests and refreshments noted as part of the celebration
Yesterday Douglas county officers took Ernest Vanderhof from Cass county jail after his companion Lloyd Mashburn was sent to the penitentiary for the Greenwood robbery. Vanderhof is sought by Omaha authorities for additional offenses in several robberies including Milford and Greenwood, with loot unidentifiable by local merchants.
Health notice urging readers to use Chamberlain's Liniment for chronic and muscular rheumatism with a twice daily massage routine, claiming strong benefits or cure.
Empty goods boxes for kindling offered at 15c each. F. R. Gobelman listed as contact. W. H. Porter of Union was in the city handling business at the courthouse and visiting friends.
Mamie Mendenhall of Georgia joins Marjorie and Viola Densen Fern War then Anna Newman Charles Oliver and Juledale Smith as guests of honor at a community gathering.
Albert Gaster, found dead at his home Sunday afternoon, was buried at Oak Hill cemetery after a funeral held Tuesday night. The service was moved to last night to allow family members to reach the ceremony at 50 Chicago avenue.
The text notes a delay in the funeral being impossible and that immediate burial was necessary. Friends were called, services were held at 9 30, and the body was taken directly to the cemetery for interment.
An advice piece explains headaches can stem from constipation or stomach disorders. It recommends Chamberlain's Tablets as a gentle, easy remedy, suggesting a dose or two may correct the underlying condition and relieve the headache.
A note lists office accessories available at the Journal office as desk items and supplies. The listing details include various writing implements, filing tools, and general office equipment for staff use.
The Journal promotes want-ads as inexpensive but productive tools. Readers are urged to try classified notices for strong returns and wide reach in finding buyers and opportunities.
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