New Ice Plant Nearing Completion in Plattsmouth
Plattsmouth prepares for a new artificial ice plant with modern machinery and a Meitz Weiss oil engine at a cost of about 3,000 dollars. The facility includes cold storage with patent cork lining, loading bays, and railroad sidings for shipment, promising an almost airtight, high quality ice production site ready within days.
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Plattsmouth
Seermehah
Mesars
J. HW. McMaken
Carl Ramsmann
McMaken
Emil Wallers
Tom Isner
Keys Found at Dunbar Reported in Daily
The key pack sent by F. Wescolts Sons from Dunbar Nebraska included a patent tag with number 2698. L M Shubert of Cannell Bluffs Iowa found them and identified the owner as J J Shireman traveling representative for MFE Smith Co of Noaha. Shireman will visit the city soon to claim his missing keys.
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Tim
Hampshire Boars for Sale in Plattsmouth Neb
A number of Hampshire spring boar pigs offered for sale at 510.00 each if purchased at once. OC BR contact Todd in Plattsmouth Nebraska. Date 6 15 41. iw
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Hampshire
BR. Todd
Plattsmouth
Wall Paper Paints Glass and Picture Framing
Frank Gobelman offers wall paper paints glass and framing services. Local ads highlight home décor supplies and custom picture framing options available to residents seeking interior improvements.
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Frank Gobelman
Mattes Jr Strong Democratic Senate Candidate
The Nebraska City News endorses Hon. John Mattes Jr as a highly suitable and trusted candidate for state senator on the Democratic ticket. It notes his past service as mayor and legislative work, praising his education, efficiency as a parliamentarian, and dedication to public interests with broad cross party support.
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John Mattes JR
Wan
John Mattes, Jr
Ene
Mattes
Nebraska City News
Fred Rice Injured in Burlington Freight Car Accident
Fred Rice, a Burlington freight department employee, was injured while hanging a break staff on a bus car. A brake wheel fell from the car roof and struck him on the head, causing a severe cut and head injuries. He was treated by the company surgeon and will be off duty for several days.
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Fred Rice
Burlington Feeicl
Fred
Kansas City engineer visits to discuss county bridge work
J. H. Crook of Kansas City a member of the Monarch Engineering Co responsible for county bridge work is in the city today consulting with the Commissioners about the project.
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J. H. Crook
Kansas City
Monarch Engineering Co
Charce
Plattsmouth Vet D Sandin Based Here
D Sandin, D V M, graduate of Kansas City Veterinary College, is permanently located in Plattsmouth. Calls answered day or night. Phone 255. Office 606 Main.
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D. Sandin
Kansas City Veterinary College
Plattsmouth
Main
Plattsmouth Bible Class Attends Murray Banquet
Last evening members of Plattsmouth's Young Men's Bible class visited Murray at Rev. Hutchman’s invitation. Rain forced travel by carriage. Hosts served a three course banquet and a post banquet conference reviewed local class work.
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Methodist Church
Hutchman
Presbyterian Church
Murray
Plattsmouth
Don C. York
James Rishel
Jesse P. Perry
FE. WH. Wesentt
Two More Democratic Candidates File for August Primary
The article notes two additional candidates entering the Democratic ticket for the upcoming August primary. County Treasurer W. K. Fox seeks re election, first entering as a clerk in 1903 and serving in various roles before becoming treasurer in 1944. William T. Puls, a Cass County former representative, runs for the Eighth District seat representing Cass and Otoe counties. Pris, known locally as Billy, is a Mt. Pleasant precinct farmer with strong community ties and support for taxpayers’ interests.
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W. K. Fox
WW. D. Wheeler
F. F. Lehblater
William Tl. Puls
Cass County
Cass
Oloe
Pris
Billy
Mt. Pleasant
Railroad Officials Review Storm Damages in City
Railroad officials from Missouri Pacific and Burlington arrived to assess high water and flood risks around the Platte river bridges. Division Superintendents J F Russ and FR Mullen, Roadmasters W F Kirk and James Elmer son, and Master Carpenter A F Hedengren were among those inspecting the sites yesterday and today.
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Platte River
J. F. Russ
W. F. Kirk
O. Rucker
Falls City
Missouri Pacific
FR. Mullen
James Elmerson
A. F
Pollock Returns as Plattsmouth Business Fixture
T H Pollock, after a year in Omaha’s auto trade, relocates headquarters to Plattsmouth. He opens an office in the Coates block and will continue selling Detroiter and Regal autos while pursuing real estate, insurance and farm loan work locally. Pollock and family will keep Plattsmouth as home, pleasing friends and the Commercial club.
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T. H. Pollock
Omaha
Plattsmouth
Coates Block
Detroiter
Regal Automobiles
Pollock
Charles Ulrich Injured When Saw Slipped at Work
Charles Ulrich lacerated his right thumb and two fingers when his foot slipped while using a power saw behind the Fricke store on Sixth Street. The hand was dressed and he will wear a bandage for some time, with friends glad no fingers were lost.
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Charles Ulrich
Fricke
Sixth Street
Charley
Ulrich
Mrs Alf Nickles Visits City From Murray
Mrs Alf Nickles of near Murray spent a few hours in the city last Saturday while returning from Omaha where her husband is undergoing rheumatism treatment at a hospital. She says he has had little benefit so far but they remain hopeful for improved health.
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Alf. Nickles
Murray
Omaha
Mr. Nickles
Mrs Ed Sprieck Leaves Stanton Visit
Mrs Ed Sprieck of Stanton Nebraska departed this morning for home after a several day visit with her foster parents Mr and Mrs John McNurlin.
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Ed Sprieck
Stanton
Nebraska
John McNurlin
Flood Swamps Nebraska Plains After Heavy Rainfall
Strong rains across Nebraska cause Platte and Missouri rivers to rise flooding farms, cutting crops, and damaging bridges near Oreapolis and other towns. Residents move valuables as Stokes and Pollock farms flood. Salt Creek backs up in Ashland. Nebraska City reports four inches of rain. A new daughter arrives at the Heil home near Cedar Creek.
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Nebraska
Platte
Oreapolis
Missouri
Burlington Depot
Stokes
Pollock Farm
Pollock Place
Ashland
Salt Creek
Burlington
George Stander
Four Mile Creek
Nebraska City
H. E. Heil
Danty
Henry FE. Heil
Cedar Creek
Miss Heil
Stephen Jochin
Pure Bred Pigs for Sale in Neb with Pedigrees
W B Porter offers 30 Duroc Jersey piglets about 8 weeks old for sale in June. Prices range from 8 10 to 15 pounds each. No male pigs sold after July 1. Stock viewable at Myrnard Nebraska location. 5-29-4td-4tiw
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Myrnard
Neb
W. B. Porter
Clavion Rosencrans Visits Nehawka With Friends
Clavion Rosencrans spent an over Sunday as a visitor in Nehawka accompanying friends and enjoying local hospitality.
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Clavion Rosencrans
Nehawka
Short Sketch of the Late Gen. W. W. Vass Deceased
The funeral for Gen. W. Vass was held last Sunday afternoon. George W. Vass was born March 21, 1865 in Kenawa county West Virginia and moved with his parents to Plattsmouth as a child. He learned watchmaking, formed Gault & Vass in Plattsmouth, later worked as a foreman in Kansas City, and died in Seattle on April 3. He joined the Presbyterian church early in life and remained devoted.
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W. Vass
George W. Vass
Kenawa County
West Virginia
William T. Vass
Plattsmouth
Blair
H. M. Gault
Gault & Vass
Kansas City
Robert
Seattle
George
Presbyterian Church
Burlington Station disturbance ends with man aboard train
Passengers at Burlington station yesterday witnessed a dispute when Roberts, a stranger, boarded a northbound train after being stopped for intoxication. Brakeman and yard policeman Biszan clashed with him as he refused to disembark, with Biszan allegedly struck by a billy. The man then rode to Omaha, later claiming support from several fellow passengers.
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Burlington
Roberts
Alex Biszan
Bistan
Alex
Omaha
Ancient Order United Workmen initiates large class in city
A major A O U W meeting Saturday brought four lodges together for a large initiation with 26 candidates. Grand Master Workman A M Walling of David City officiated while Deputy Barton aided, and a luncheon followed in the main hall as members praised the order’s benefits and ritual.
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Order of United Workmen
A. M. Walling
David City
Walling
A. C. U. W. Hall
Barton
Catherine
J. BR. Barton
Vesta Chapter East ern Star Visits Masonic Home
About forty members of Vesta Chapter C. E. 5. Omaha visited the Masonic Home for a few hours. A picnic dinner was served indoors due to stormy weather. A concert featuring Theme and daughter, Will Herrigton, Walter Graham, and others entertained. Mr. Askwith, the Home’s superintendent, received a token in honor of his birthday. The party returned to Omaha at 4:40 aboard the Missouri Pacific.
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Vesta Chapter
Eastern Star
Omaha
Theme
Will Herrigton
Walter Graham
Askwith
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Dunbar
Freight Department
M. E. Bible Glass
Ing At
Young Wen
Chas. Ulrich
THE
Mis
Souri
Geo. W. Vass
Ancient Order United Workmen
C. E
Masonic Home
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