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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1931

Page

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Officers Seek Painter on a Forgery Charge

Deputy Rex Young searches western Iowa for William Bowen a painter last seen after leaving town. Bowen is sought on a forgery charge for cashing a $56 check drawn on an Omaha bank signed in the name of W. T. Cook. The Cook family denies signing the check and Bowen was last seen in Red Oak exchanging cars. Descriptions are being broadcast to locate him.

Rex Young Iowa William Bowen Bowen Omaha W. T. Cook F. G. Fricke & Co Cook Red Oak Young Shenandoah

Recital at Library Showcases Capnwell Class Talent

Last evening the library auditorium hosted a recital by Mrs J A Capnwell and her piano and dramatic art students. The program offered humorous and dramatic pieces alongside musical selections, highlighting strong training and artistic effort by the participants. Performers included Sue Haluska Granville Sigler Shirley Walling Helen Albert Barbara Stander Bobbie Hayes Joan Platt George Stander Frances Cloidt Mary Alice Chischlager Twila Fay Hendrix Marjorie Tidball Virginia Trively Katherine Armstrong Rachel Robertson John Kenneth Bester Herbert Minor Billy Jensen Thelma Kohrell Alice Barbara Wiles Helen Woolcott Mary Catherine Wiles Edna Mae Peterson Louise Speltz Vestetta Robinson Norene Engelkemeier.

J. A. Capnwell Library Sue Haluska Granville Sigler Shirley Walling Helen Albert Barbara Stander Bobbie Hayes Joan Platt George Stander Frances Cloidt Mary Alice Chischlager Twila Fay Hendrix Marjorie Anne Tidball Virginia Trively Katherine Armstrong Rachel Robertson John Kenneth Bester Herbert Minor Billy Jensen Thelma Kohrell Alice Barbara Wiles Helen Woolcott Mary Catherine Wiles Edna Mae Peterson Louise Speltz Vestetta Robertson Norene Engelkemeier

Mrs Fred Howland Returns Home After Hospital Stay

Mrs. Fred Howland has been at the Methodist hospital in Omaha for two weeks. She has recovered sufficiently to return home yesterday afternoon and is improved after her treatment and operation. Friends are glad to see her home and hope for continued health improvement.

Fred Howland Methodist Hospital Omaha

Bates family leaves town for Wisconsin lake country

Mrs. M. A. Bates and her daughter Lucille Clabaugh departed for northern Wisconsin where Bates will spend the summer with the daughter. Bates has lived here since 1903 and disposed of her household after Col. Bates died last week. The long illness of her husband has strained her, and she seeks rest in the Wisconsin lake country.

M. A. Bates Lucille Clabaugh Wisconsin Bates Pleasant Lake Country Col. Bates Mrs. Bates Wisconsin Lake Country

Flag Day One of the Nation's Great Events

D A R extracts recount the American Creed and its history. William Tyler Page describes writing a civic creed, refining the pledge from 137 to 109 words, and details the 1918 award process and purchase of Liberty bonds with the prize money.

Wm. Tyler Page United States of America Committee On Baltimore James T. Preston House of Representatives Washington D. C United States Commissioner of Education Champ Clark Joseph G. Cannon House William J. Sears Florida Congressional Record Capitol

Lincoln-Eight Cass county graduates at Nebraska commencement

Cass county students receive degrees at the University of Nebraska commencement exercises held June 6. Notable graduates include Charles Henry Greer Alvo with a B Sc in agricultural engineering, Doris Magney Nehawka, Mary E Ketch Nehawka, Katharine L Cruise Eagle, Welby Earl Stewart Eagle, Ruth Elizabeth John Elmwood, Kathleen Troop Plattsmouth, Sara Jane Upton Union, plus others with degrees in education arts sciences business administration home economics and fine arts.

Lincoln Cass County University of Nebraska Charles Henry Greer Alvo Doris Magney Mary E. Ketch Nehawka Katherine L. Cruise Welby Earl Stewart Eagle Ruth Elizabeth John Elmwood Kathleen Troop Plattsmouth Sara Jane Upton Union Greer College of Engineering

History and etiquette of the U S flag rules and milestones

The passage outlines the Pledge of Allegiance and proper flag salute. It notes the flag as the world’s third oldest national banner, first carried in the Brandywine battle in 1777, and the journey of Captain Robert Gray in 1787 aboard the Columbia. It also mentions display hours and Memorial Day half staff practices.

States of America United States of America Britain France Brandywine Robert Gray Rhode Island Boston Columbia

Cars Have Smashup on Washington and Elm

Miss Patricia Ferrie was driving a Ford west on Washington avenue when C. E. Henning of Omaha in a sedan swung onto Elm street from John R. Webster boulevard and collided head on. To avoid the impact Ferrie steered toward the Heisel mill driveway but the Omaha car struck first. Henning’s car had front fenders and bumper crushed while Ferrie’s vehicle was badly damaged. Ferrie suffered severe arm bruises and was shaken up in the crash. Her car was taken to the garage for repairs.

Patricia Ferrie Washington Avenue Elm Street C. E. Henning Omaha John R. Webster Ferrie Heise

Stores to Remain Open on Wednesdays This Summer

The Chamber of Commerce retail section votes to keep stores open every Wednesday evening through summer and fall. The policy aims to let country districts and nearby communities shop after work and attend theatre events, continuing a practice favored for public convenience.

Danly Chamber of Commerce

Ladies in Fear After Possible Shooting On Highway

Mrs John Sanders and sister in law Miss Anna Sanders faced a tense chase after a red Douglas county coupe ahead appeared to signal a turn and a possible shot was feared when a object hit their windshield. Police Libershal and Pickrel investigated but found no damage or shooter. rock or gravel believed to be the cause.

John Sanders Anna Sanders Sanders

Journal Office Welcomes Resident Flower Gift

Yesterday Edward Ripplet of West Vine Street presented the Journal office with a large bouquet of red and white lilies and peonies. The editor notes many residents send flowers, brightening the office and showing appreciation for local horticultural displays.

Edward Ripple West Vine Street Journal

Arrives in Europe James Cernik Returns to Czech Roots

James Cernik, a well known resident, returns to his old home in Czechoslovakia after a three week trip to Europe. He traveled via Chicago and Canada aboard a Leviathan steamer, enjoyed deck amusements and dances, and reported views of Niagara Falls. He expected to land in France and continue to Paris on May 29. He asks Plattsmouth friends to remember him fondly.

James Cernik Europe Czechoslovakia Cernik Chicago Canada Niagara Falls U. S France Paris Jim Plattsmouth

Mumps Forces Delay In Mast Murray Case

The case of Mary E Mast versus Ada Murray and Edward Murray paused after Mr Murray contracted mumps preventing his court appearance. Plaintiff seeks to set aside a deed to the Murrays, restore her life interest, and require accounting of rents on the farm.

Mary E. Mast Ada Murray Edward Murray Murray Mr. Murray Mast Abraham Mast

Kiser Seeks Divorce From Lela R Kiser

In Cass county this morning Albert A Kiser filed for divorce from Mrs Lela R Kiser with W G Kieck as attorney The couple wed in 1927 and have lived in Cass county since 1928 The filing asks to dissolve the marriage and restore Mr Kiser to freedom.

Dany Clerk of the District Court W. G. Kieck Albert A. Kiser Kiser Lela R. Kiser Cass County

Gade Family Relocates to Vancouver Washington

West coast move announced by Rev. and Mrs. L W Gade. Mrs. D C Morgan of this city reports the couple reside in Vancouver where Rev Gade leads the Presbyterian church. They recently met Miss Emma Treshman, a former Plattsmouth teacher, during their westward posting. Rev Gade previously served seven years as pastor of the First Presbyterian church here.

Erand Lodge Omaha William ©. Ramsey Erand J. R. Tapster Mr. Ramsey Plattsmouth B. S. Ramsey Cass County Ramsey Clinton Brome T. J. McGuire Masonic Grand Lodge A. W. Crites Edwin Dpd. Crites Chadron L. W. Gade West D. C. Morgan Gade Vancouver Washington Presbyterian Church Emma Treshman Rev First Presbyterian Church

Plattsmouth Lodge 6 Installs Officers in Social Event

Plattsmouth Lodge No. 6 A F and A M installed officers for the new term with a large attendance. W A Robertson and W F Evers conducted the ceremony. New officers include Harrison L. Gayer as W M and Robert Painter as Ss W. Retiring master Dr R P Westover hosted a luncheon, and Frank A Cloidt sang two solos. The Masonic quartet performed four numbers in the program.

Plattsmouth A. F A. M W. A. Robertson W. F. Evers W. M Harrison L. Gayer Robert Painter J. W L. F. Terryberry F. A. Cloidt L. W. Niel Leonard A. Horn J. D August Kaffenberger Tyler Carl Schneider Lester Meisinger Robert Foster Patterson Lodge R. P. Westover Raymond ¢. Cook Frank A. Cloidt Messrs. Cook Cloidt McClusky and Knorr Honey Town

Recital Honors Mrs Freeman Piano Pupils

A Saturday event at Mrs Lillian Freeman’s home featured a large piano pupil recital with solo and duet pieces. Participants included Wilma Swatek Phyllis Speck John Urish Jacqueline Stratton Elizabeth Kasper Earl Pittman Theodore Libershal Thelma Jones Mary Ann Gradeville Mary Jane Mark Eugene Meisinger Florence Sudduth Betty Bulin Geraldine Sudduth Marie Speck Evelyn Meisinger Jane Rebal Geraldine Griffin Rosemary Cloidt Jacqueline Grossman Mary Katherine Wiles Robert Warren Betty Kalina Aimee Jane Thomas Margaret Nelson Thelma Rhodes Dorothy McCarthy Marvin Tritsch Inga Reichstad Lois Bester Anna Margaret McCarthy Mildred Murray Charles Nowacek.

Lillian Freeman Wilma Swatek Phyllis Speck John and Virgel Urish Jacqueline Stratton Elizabeth Kasper Earl Pittman Theodore Libershal Thelma Jones Mary Ann Gradeville Mary Jane Mark Eugene Meisinger Florence Sudduth Betty Bulin Geraldine Sudduth Marie Speck Evelyn Meisinger Jane Rebal Geraldine Griffin Rosemary Cloidt Jacqueline Grossman Mary Katherine Wiles Robert Allen Warren Betty Kalina Aimee Jane Thomas Margaret Nelson Thelma Rhodes Dorothy McCarthy Marvin Tritsch Inga Reichstad Lois Bestor Anna Margaret McCarthy Mildred Murray Charles Nowacek

Omaha visitor recounts 30 day US trip spanning eighteen states

Gooding of Omaha returned from a 30 day journey covering eighteen states. He traveled by train to St. Louis then Miami and northern Florida, visiting New Orleans Houston and Texas, then to Colorado Springs Denver Billings and other mountain areas.

Gooding Omaha United States St. Louis Southland Miami Florida Goodman New Orleans Houston Texas New Mexico Colorado Springs Denver Billings Montana

Entry at It We Will Help You

The speaker vows practical help and collaboration, urging a straightforward approach. They promise steady guidance and support to tackle the task ahead with shared effort and resolve.

Masons Vote to Erect New Unit at Masonic Home

The Nebraska grand lodge approved building a new unit at the Nebraska Masonic Home in Plattsmouth to honor Masonry's 75th anniversary. Estimated at about $200000, funding will come from voluntary state donations, with Plattsmouth lodge pledging substantial earlier. The plan may add to rather than replace the current facilities to relieve a growing waiting list.

Masons Masonic Nebraska Grand Lodge Masonic Order Omaha Orville A. Andrews J. R. Tapster Plattamouth Lodge Focal Lodge Tapster Plattsmouth

Funeral for John F. Gorder Held at First Presbyterian

Funeral services for John F. Gorder were held Friday afternoon at the First Presbyterian church with Rev. H. G. McClusky leading. A Masonic quartet performed two pieces, and pallbearers were old time friends at Oak Hill cemetery where a Presbyterian burial service followed.

John F. Gorder First Presbyterian Church H. G. McClusky Frank A. Cloidt Raymond C. Cook R. W. Knorr Oak Hill Cemetery Edward William John Wehrbein H. A. Schneider Claude C. Smith Walter Go

Hinky Dinky Store Display Praised for Neat Layout

The Hinky Dinky store in the city is highlighted for its attractive appearance and up to date presentation. Manager Glenn Groff ensures neatness, orderly stock display, ticketing, and a large back room enabling quick customer selections.

Glenn Groff

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W. C. Ramsey Leaves National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Fontenelle DA. R States Delaware South Carolina Arizona The United Phi Tau Theta Magney Teachers College Miss Ketch College of Arts and Sciences Miss Cruise College of Business Administration Phi Mu Phi Chi Theta Stewart Ber Sigma Tau John Union Literary Society Miss Troop College of Agriculture Pi Beta Phi Miss Upton Elizabeth John Katherine Cruise Dorig Charles Greer Elmwood Eagle Nehawka Alvo Welby Stewart Mary, Kelch Ehawka Kathleen Stroop Arrves No. 6
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