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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1939

Page

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Plattsmouth Couple Wed In Intimate Home Ceremony

Vlasta Adam wed Hillard Land in a private home ceremony hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Adam. The couple, both of Plattsmouth/Omaha roots, plan to live on Lincoln Avenue. About 50 relatives and friends attended after a dinner.

Joseph Adam Vlasta Hillard W. Land Omaha Ben F. Land H. G. McClusky Adem Madonna Land Jerry Adam Joanne A. Wetenkamp Oxford Plattsmouth Technical High School of Lincoln Avenue F. B. Land Mark Lovelace Charles Dolezal Charles Adam Joseph Martis Louie Kiema Frank Frank Luksa Murray John Bergman Manley Charles Land Nancy Jane Union Charles Long Murdock Helen Leo Fiala Spencer Dorothy Field Lincoln Emma Long Jess Long Paul Long Janice Robert Painter

Plattsmouth Graduates Attend Peru Summer School

A number of recent Plattsmouth high school graduates are attending the summer session at Peru State Teachers College. From here, Clara Toman, Vivian Warner, Kathleen Nolte and Mary McCarroll are pursuing educational work at the Peru campus.

Plattsmouth State Teachers College At Peru Clara Toman Vivian Warner Kathleen Nolte Mary McCarroll

Telephone Company Picnic in Nebraska City Attended by Lincoln Staff

Employees from Plattsmouth Nebraska City and Auburn of the Lincoln Telephone and Telegraph company gathered at Riverside Park in Nebraska City for a picnic last evening. Dinner was served at 6 30 p m and a program followed at the Grand Hotel. Attendees noted no rain during the picnic hour.

Plattsmouth Nebraska City Auburn Lincoln Telephone & Telegraph Company Riverside Park Grand Hotel

School Levy to Rise for District No 1 in Incoming Year

The district No 1 board voted to raise the levy from sixteen to seventeen and a quarter mills to cover school upkeep and management costs. They plan a new stairway at Central Landing during summer, exterior painting for Columbian Wintersteen and Mercerville buildings, and redecorating of high school halls and entry. Janitor supplies contract was awarded to Jess F Varga, hardware as the lowest bidder.

Board of Education Mercerville Jess F. Varga

Funeral of Youth Lee Capper Observed at First Methodist

A large crowd filled the First Methodist church Monday for the funeral of 14 year old Lee Capper who died in Omaha. Rev J C Lawson delivered the eulogy and Mrs E H Wescott sang two hopes filled hymns with Mr Wescott at the organ. A guard of honor from the American Legion drum and bugle corps escorted the casket to Oak Hill cemetery with pallbearers Allan White Stephen Devoe Billy Robertson Cary Marshall James Mauzy and Joe York drawn from the drum corps and Sunday school. The Sattler funeral home conducted the services and the interment was at Oak Hill cemetery.

First Methodist Lee Capper Omaha Lfe J. CC. Lawson E. H. Wescott Christ My Pilot God Mr. Wescott Guard of Honor American Legion Lee Drum Corps Allan White Stephen Devoe Billy Robertson Cary Marshall James Mauzy Joe York Sattler Funeral Home Oak Hill Cemetery

Minnesota Guests Here

Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Hudson hosted relatives from Minnesota including Arthur and Mrs. Anderson of Blue Earth and George and Mrs. Hudson of Duluth. The visitors, siblings of the Hudsons, arrived Sunday and left for home early this morning.

O. C. Hudson Arthur Anderson Blue Earth Minnesota Hudson George Hudson Duluth Mr. Hudson

Lincoln Visit For Howard, Luke Families

Mr and Mrs Charles Howard and Mr and Mrs Tutt and Edward Howard from Murray visited in Lincoln Sunday as guests of Mrs Howard’s parents Mr and Mrs Luke. The Lukes plan to move to California to make their home in the future.

Charles Howard Tutt Edward Howard Murray Lincoln Mrs. Howard Mrs Luke California

Cass County Women Attend Fremont Week Convention

The Nebraska Council of Home Demonstration clubs held their annual convention in Fremont from June 8 to 10 drawing about nine hundred women. Speakers included Lydia Lynde and Rabbi David A. Goldstein. Cass county choruses and 4-H programs received praise before a sobering note about a recent court decision ending activities for now.

Nebraska Council of Home Demonstration Clubs New Auditorium Fremont Plattsmouth Roy Cole Sherman Cole Sanford Short Edgar Newton R. C. Shellenbarger Lydia Lynde Washington, D. C David A. Goldstein Omaha Maude Nuquist Newton Gaines Elton Lux Lincoln Lancaster County Cass County Otoe County Cedar County Douglas County Evelyn Wolph Nehawka

Funeral of Miss Ann Hofaker at First Christian Church

Funeral services for Miss Ann Hofaker were held Monday afternoon at the First Christian Church. Died Friday evening after a lengthy illness. Rev. J W Taenzler delivered the sermon. Choir members Hal Garnett and David Robinson led hymns with accompanist Mrs Hugh Stander. Burial followed at Oak Hill cemetery via Horton funeral home.

First Christian Church Ann Hofaker Cass County J. W. Taenzler Hal Garnett David Robinson Hugh Stander Horton Funeral Home Oak Hill Cemetery

Duxburys Visit Camp Sheldon In Nebraska

Judge and Mrs A H Duxbury and son Richard traveled to Columbus to see Camp Sheldon Nebraska where Plattsmouth Epnosth League girls enjoy a camp period. Attendees included Dorothea Mae Duxbury Willa Sylvester Ruth Lawson and Mary Ann Winacot for a balanced program of recreation instruction and religious periods.

A. H. Duxbury Richard Columbus Camp Sheldon Nebraska Plattsmouth Epnosth League Dorother Mae Duxbury Willa Sylvester Ruth Lawson Mary Ann Winacot

Knaup Couple Welcome Daughter Roberta Gene

Mr and Mrs Henry Knaup of near Wabash are parents of a daughter Roberta Gene born May 30 at Dr Kunkel hospital in Weeping Water. Mrs Knaup formerly Miss Gene Ola Fitch of Elmwood.

Henry Knaup Near Wabash Roberta Gene Dr. Kunkel Hospital Weeping Water Knaup Gene Ola Fitch Elmwood

Jaeger Family Returns From East Outing

Mr and Mrs George J Jaeger and daughter Charlotte returned home Monday after a pleasant trip to the east visiting Washington Alexandria Baltimore and other places of interest They observed Washingtons growth over the past three years and enjoyed reconnecting with relatives and friends in Baltimore and the old south locations.

George J. Jaeger Charlotte Washington, D. C Alexandria Virginia Old South Washington Baltimore

Popular Young People Wedded at Fremont

Miss Margaret Henton and Mr. David Toman announced their marriage after driving to Fremont on June 7 where they wed before the county judge. They returned to Plattsmouth to begin married life, with attendants Frances Anderson and Kitty Roush.

Margaret Henton David Toman Plattsmouth Fremont Nebraska Frances Anderson Kitty Roush Miss Henton Harry Henton Piettamouth Beau-Ide-Al Omaha Arnold

Grandson Born to Horton Family in Murdock

Grandpa Horton of Horton Funeral Home announces the arrival of a seven and a half pound son Sunday morning at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wendt in Murdock. Mrs. Wendt and the baby are doing well and Mrs. Horton was present for the birth.

L. L. Horton Horton Funeral Home Fred Wendt Murdock

Visiting in Crete with Rummel Family

Master Richard Rummel left for Crete Sunday with his aunt Mrs. Robert Rummel and grandmother Mrs. Will Rummel to stay a few days at Mrs. H. B. Hall’s home. On return they will be joined by Miss Joan Hall who will spend the summer with grandparents and aunts until fall school starts.

Richard Rummel Crete Robert Rummel Will Rummel H. B. Hall Joan Hall

Coe Couple Visiting At Trilety Home In Local Visit

Dr. and Mrs. Howard Coe of Laramie Wyoming are guests at the Trilety home. They will spend several days with relatives and old time friends. Mrs. Coe is formerly Miss Clara Trilety.

Howard Coe Laramie Wyoming A. J. Trilety Mrs. Coe Coe Clara Trilety

Visit Returns Bring Family to Norfolk

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Kopp spent the weekend in Norfolk visiting Mrs. Kopp's parents. On the return trip they were joined by Mrs. Kopp's sister Miss Viola Rohifs who will visit here for several days.

Mrs Arthur Kopp Norfolk Mrs. Kopp Viola Rohifs

Legion District Baseball Opens Season With Schedule

District No 19 champions will advance to the state tournament. Sunday games are optional. Key dates include June 13 Elmwood at Syracuse and July 20 Elmwood at Gretna.

Legion District Plattsmouth Gretna Elmwood Syracuse

Hadrabas to Visit Relatives After Prague Return

Mr. and Mrs. Ted Hadraba, recent returnees from Prague Czechoslovakia, plan a visit this week with Joseph F. Hadraba and other relatives. He served with the U S department of commerce in Prague until the German occupation forced a staff withdrawal. He recently attended Northwestern University commencement in Chicago. Mrs Hadraba, a native of Czechoslovakia, will visit the United States for the first time.

Ted Hadraba United States Prague Czechoslovakia Joseph F. Hadraba Hadraba United States Department of Commerce Chicago Northwestern University

Selected at Girls State Catherine Strickland Honored

Catherine Strickland of Plattsmouth High School was chosen by the local American Legion Auxiliary as a Girls State member and named an officer. She will join the library commission to study state library work while the Milford program gathers representatives from across the state to practice state county and municipal offices.

Catherine Strickland Plattsmouth American Legion Auxiliry Library Commission Milford

District Court Hears Cases. Judge Wilson Sets Next Session

District Judge W. W. Wilson presided Monday with rulings in Crozier versus McLaughlin awarding 1097.93 dollars. Theodore Baker versus Delia Baker requires plaintiff to pay 25 dollars into court. Lucille Heikes sues Albert J. Heikes for divorce and asks to restore maiden name Lucille Mason. Judge Wilson returns Friday June 16 to hold court.

W. W. Wilson H. A. Crozier L. J. McLaughlin Theodore Baker Delia Baker District Court Lucille Heikes Albert J. Heikes Lucille Mason Wilson

To wed in California Miss Joan Elizabeth Moore and Herbert Minor

Mrs. Andrew O Moore and daughter Miss Joan Elizabeth traveled to Los Angeles. The couple will wed June 16 at First Presbyterian church Glendale California. Herbert Minor son of Mr and Mrs L O Minor will reside on the West coast after marriage.

Andrew O. Moore Joan Elizabeth Los Angeles First Presbyterian Church Glendale California Joan Herbert Minor Trattsmouth L. O. Minor Kankakee Ilinois Miner Minor

Mrs. James Jelinek laid to rest in Plattsmouth

Funeral services were held this morning at Holy Rosary Church for Mrs. James Jelinek who died Sunday after a weeklong illness. The service, conducted by Rev. Joseph Sinkula, included a Czech sermon and mass, with interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Pallbearers were relatives and close friends.

the Holy Rosary Church James Jelinek Holy Rosary Catholic Church Plattsmouth Omaha Brainard Prague Singenberger Dorothy Svoboda Grandma Jelinek Holy Sepulchre

New Pastor Samuel G Schlick Arrives at St Pauls

Rev. Samuel G Schlick and his wife and two children arrived to take the St. Pauls church charge. He will preach his first sermon Sunday after settling in Omaha-born mother-in-law host earlier visit.

Samuel G. Schlick Rev. Schlick St. Paul's Church Schlick Omaha

Entered U S Naval Academy Annapolis for Eugene G Richardson

Eugene G Richardson formerly of Mynard Nebraska and raised by Mr and Mrs Myron Wiles has entered the U S naval academy at Annapolis after completing eight grades at Dist 45 and graduating Central high Omaha and two years at the University of Nebraska He traveled through Washington D C and other locations on the way to the academy.

Eugene G. Richardson Mynard Nebr Myron Wiles U.S. Naval Academy Annapolis Central High School Omaha University of Nebraska Washington, D. C

Nebraska City Boosters to Visit Merchants for Sunday Game

Nebraska City Boosters led by Ed McCord travel to Athletic Park on Sunday afternoon June 18 to face the Merchants. The visiting Nebraska City club ranked among the best in the southeast last season and is expected to provide a strong test for the Merchants in a likely competitive affair.

Nebraska City Ed McCord Athletic Park Southeast

Veteran Priest Celebrates 25th Year of Service

Father Elmer C. McFadden marked twenty five years as a priest with a Mass at Holy Trinity Avoca and a banquet at Avoca town hall. The Silver Anniversary Mass featured Father John Kane as preacher and greetings from Rt. Rev. Monsignor George Agius and others, with tributes to his Nebraskan service.

the Holy Trinity Avoca St. Paullus Syracuse Elmer C. McFadden Svocn Holy Trinity Church Town Hall Plaittsmouth Father TicFadden Avoca Town Hall Father McFadden James Hennessy St. Patrick's Church Manley George Agius St. John's Church Poattsmouth

County Board Hears Complaints On Property Assessments

The county board of equalization met Tuesday in the courthouse to hear complaints on assessed property values. Members included Assessor W. H. Puis, County Clerk George R. Sayles, and Commissioners George I. Farley, Ray Norris, and H. C. Backemeyer.

County Board of Equalization Court House W. H. Puis George R. Sayles George I. Farley Ray Norris H. C. Backemeyer

Murray Study Club Enjoys Omaha Picnic Sightseeing

The Murray Study club members, about twenty women led by Mrs. Fannie Crosser, traveled to Omaha for a day trip. They had a noon picnic at Elmwood Park and toured several large Omaha business houses.

Dpath Murray Study Club Omaha Fannie Crosser Elmwood Park

Gilmore Family Heads to New Duties in Canada and Nebraska

Dr. and Mrs. G. H. Gilmore and son John Gilmore depart for Gering Nebraska to visit relatives. John Gilmore will proceed to Victoria Canada to begin an internship at the Royal Jubilee hospital.

G. H. Gilmore John Gilmore Gering Nebraska Victoria Canada Royal Jubilee Hospital

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Picnic Council of Home Grandpa Horton Trilety Daetty Tucker Father Sinkula Edward Dowel Anthony Kubicka Joseph, James Ernest Zitka Edward Remar Joseph Knoflicek Raymond Wiysel
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