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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1923

Page

5

Jolly Neighbors Picnic and Local News Highlights

Alve News reports the Jolly Neighbors held a picnic supper at the Alfred Stroemer home on June 6. The column lists social visits, weddings, travel, and church notes including a children's day program at the M. E. Church and plans for future events.

Alfred Stroemer Fred Weaver Judd South Bend J. A. Shaffer Golda Bird Greenwood Neb Bert Kitzel Manners University Place James Manners Sam Dinges George Unadilla Arthur Dinges Alfred Stro=mer Msorearet Jean McPherson Kan Bertha A. Quellihorst George E. Hardknock Atvo Geo. Hardnock Carleton California Clay Foreman Coleridge Nebr J. H. Foreman Minnesota Aiske Alto Will Copple Holland Eilis Coon Kany Hutchinson Coon George Harfiroth Mike Bertha Overthorst Women's Home Missionary Society Lincoln Thos. Barry Anastaseis Barry Union Pacific Pacific Coast

The June Groom

The page features a humorous portrait of a tall bachelor with a Detroit vibrator from 1914 and a full set of goat glands. It blends wedding market gossip with playful, vintage-era dating tone.

Weiching Ringside Detroit

Public Recital by USIG Pupils Delights Local Audience

From Tresidas's Daily a large crowd attended the USIG Pupil Recital at M. I. Hall featuring Edna Marshall Eaton vocal students Christine Conugh tin piano pupils and Mrs A D Caldwell violin pupils. The program showcased strong ensembles including Caldwell's orchestra and multiple solo and chamber numbers by students under careful training.

Tresidas Edna Marshall Eaton Christine Conughtin A. D. Caldwell M. Ir. A Caldwell Grace Linder F. R. Gobelian O. Sandin George Calwell Ira Mumm Raymond Yelick Bernice Fogarty Violet Besley Sherman Cole Fluth Shannon Helen Fairey Eaton Mary Parks Helen Sharp Catherine Schneider Violet Begley Estella Tritsch

Enjoy A Fine Time at W E A Maccabees Lodge

Last night the W E A of the Maccabees met in the M W A building with Mrs Anna Ptak absent as commander. Mrs Co P Richards presided in her stead and a letter from Mrs Piak described a Marathon review and a Hollywood visit swapped for Pathe News. Several candidates were initiated and refreshments were served by Mesdames John Bajeck Marvin Allen and F L Adams.

Wetherday the Maccabees Anna Ptak Co. P. Richards Piak Marathon Review Hollywood Pathe News Mrs. Piak Aiis John Bajeck Marvin Allen F. L. Adams

Journal Office Sells Nearly All Maga Zines On Sale

The Journal office advertises a wide selection of maga zines available for purchase, noting a near-complete catalog currently on sale at the office.

Journal

Nebraska Farm Taxes Double in Eight Years

Lincoln reports a United States Department of Agriculture survey showing Nebraska farm land taxes rose from 27 cents per acre in 1914 to 57 cents in 1922, a 249 percent increase driven by higher land prices and state costs. The nationwide average rose from 31 to 71 cents, with state values ranging from 25 cents in Alabama to 2.22 dollars in New Jersey.

Lincoln Nebraska United States Department of Agriculture A. E. Anderson Bureau of Agricultural Economics United States New Jersey Alabama Indiana Michigan Iowa Idaho Ohio Wisconsin Massachusetts New York Pennsylvania Arizona Colorado Maryland

Washouts delay traffic in state crops damaged

Nebraska reports rain across south central districts causing rail washouts on Burlington lines from Red Cloud to Hastings and Alma, with over four inches near Red Cloud, two near Alma. Valley line detoured, floods rise on the Republican river, rail flood trouble noted west of Phillipsburg, Kansas.

Lincoln Nebraska Burlington Red Cloud Hastings Alma Holdrege Oxford Naponee Riverton Franklin Rock Island Railroad Phillipsburg Kansas

Washouts near Reynolds cause rail damage and repairs

Reynolds Nebraska reports a second washout Sunday night as Rose creek rose washing out Burlington grade holes six to twelve feet long and three feet deep. The earlier Saturday rain totaled nearly six inches. Four or five county bridges are out and track repairs are estimated around $15 000.

Reynolds Neb Rose Creek Burlington

Gibbons Demonstrates Skill In Ring In Shelby Exhibition

Tommy Gibbons debuted in the ring under the Montana sun in Shelby Sunday afternoon. He sparred two rounds each with Rocco Stramaglia, who cut Jack Dempsey's eye, and Bud Gorman. Gibbons performed a rope skip and hit the heavy bag before sparring with the boxers.

Shelby Mont Tommy Gibbons Montana Jack Dempsey Rocco Stramaglem Jack Bud Gorman

Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertisement Claims Four Decades Use

For over 40 years Hall's Catarrh Medicine has been used to treat catarrh. The preparation includes an ointment for local relief and an internal tonic that acts through the blood to reduce nasal mucous inflammation. Sold by F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.

Hall All Sts. F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio

Floods in Kansas Worst Ever Hit State

Kansas flood toll climbs with seven dead and thousands homeless. Losses exceed 5 million dollars across Kansas as Arkansas City and Winfield endure heavy damage and Kansas River levels crest before easing. Rescue and relief efforts mobilize with Red Cross, Legion, and national guardsmen aiding the afflicted.

Kansas City Kansas Kansas River Neosho Walnut Arkansas City Winfield American Legion Kansas National Guardsmen Red Cross Chamber of Commerce Wichita Garden City Big Arkansas Hutchinson Felows Robert Green Glendale Green Brothers Lebo Wesley Brown Richard Reynolds Topeka George Renner Pittsboro Little Arkansas Smoky Hill Solomon Rivers

Supreme Court clears Moffat tunnel plan for construction

The Colorado legislature’s Moffat tunnel improvement district is upheld as valid by the U S Supreme Court. The ruling removes the last legal hurdle, enabling bids for bonds totaling 6 729 000 and paving the way for a continental divide tunnel serving railroads vehicles telegraphs phones and water pipes.

Washington Colorado Moffat Tunnel Continental Divide Supreme Court Mary L. Milheim Denver United States Supreme Court Supreme Court of Colorado Moffat

Denominational Union Formed for Canada Churches

Leaders of the Presbyterian Methodist and Congregational churches in Canada studied fast merging into one body after the Canadian Presbyterian general assembly voted 426 to 129 to unite with the others. The amalgamation was completed last night following prior ratification by the two denominations.

Port Arthur Ont Presbyterian Methodist Congregational Churches of Canada Dominion General Assembly Canadian Presbyterian Church

Woodman Circle figures visit Mrs Kate Remington hosts

Mrs Kate Remington supreme banker of the Woodman Circle visited last evening at the home of Mrs Lena Droege and attends to matters relative to the Woodmen Circle grove in this city.

Kate Remington Woodman Circle Lena Droege Woodmen Circle

Overland Red Bird Completes Noted Car Line

The Overland Red Bird earns acclaim as a premier Willys-Overland model with a 106 inch wheelbase and 126 inch spring base. It features mandalay maroon finish, nickeled trim, khaki top, roomy interior, and comprehensive standard equipment aimed at practical, distinguished motoring.

Willy-Overland Company

Bring on the Groom June Bride Offer At Bargain Wednesday

The Ad Club plans a June bride promotion for Bargain Wednesday June 20 offering prizes from merchants to brides. A bold invitation seeks a eligible bachelor who is white in good health and not too old to propose to the willing June bride. Call the Journal office to take up the matter and be accommodated.

Hitfe Iiset The Missionary Society Harlan Ladies Aid Society Ad Club

Simmer Morning Prices Noted With Various Figures

A simmering morning features a range of prices noted across items. The report highlights multiple price points affecting daily shoppers and market observers.

Halstead Family Visit to Rockport Missouri

Last week B. J. Halstead and family drove to Rockport Missouri for a day visit while Mrs. Halstead and the children stayed with her parents Mr. and Mrs. J H Henderson for ten days or two weeks.

B. J. Halstead Rockport Mr. Halstead

Sell These Articles in the Journal Ad Space

A reminder to place classified ads in the Journal to move unused articles. Readers are urged to list items for sale with brief descriptions and contact details to reach potential buyers efficiently.

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Alve News Fisk John Bauer Plattsmouth, Nebr USIG Mesdames Caldwell, Couglin and Eaton M. W. A. Hall Gibbons Overland Red Bird Willys-Overland L. G. Peed Illess-Overland Comfort Missouri Playtsmouth Wagner Hotel
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