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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1932
Page
8
Former Illinois governor Frank O. Lowden, age 72, told a delegation led by W. W. Brien of Chicago that advancing years prevent him from heading a third party ticket for president in November. He said he does not want the burdens of a campaign.
The 4 H club met at Mrs. Carl Meisinger’s home west of Mynard with six members present. Evelyn Meisinger, vice president, conducted the meeting in the president’s absence and a roll call was taken. minutes were not read. Members prepared fruits for punch as the first lesson and the next meeting is set for June 16 at the leader’s home with hopes of full attendance.
Federal agents raided the Hackensack mansion once used by Continental Army officers for drink during November 1770 before Washington’s retreat from Fort Washington. Moe Katzman and bartender Samuel Brown were arrested on liquor selling charges and released on bond.
Local notes list a parade of visitors from Iowa Missouri and South Dakota. Shenandoah residents James and Frances Jones Earl Towle C E Tefft and others are mentioned along with relatives friends and a funeral visit.
Tuesday's Daily notes Forest Rhodes and family departing for Washington Kansas to attend the funeral of a brother-in-law. Rev Robert Murphree of Louisville and N Bell visit for business. Peter Lenhard of near South Bend in town on short business. Mrs J B Farnham and children visiting Lincoln relatives. George Busch of Chanute Kansas visiting at the Rhodes home. Judge James T Begley and Court Reporter Glenn Woodbury attend a brief Nebraska City session.
The W E A met last evening at the home of Mrs. Clarence Conner with many members present. After business the group enjoyed social features including Pinochle won by Miss Mary Peterson and Bridge won by Mrs. John B Livingston. It was agreed there would be no summer meetings. A visiting member, Mrs. Paul Campbell of Minitare Nebraska, attended and refreshments followed.
The couple, both residents of Omaha, were married on Saturday afternoon in the county judge A H Duxbury's office. The bridal party returned home to the metropolis immediately after. This was the groom's fourth such marriage according to records.
A brief notice notes low price for want ads and promises quick results for readers seeking affordable classified insertion. The item emphasizes small cost and fast exposure.
City Clerk Herman L. Thomas enjoyed a pleasant birthday gathering at his Elm Street home hosted by Mrs. Thomas and family. Friends joined in a stag event with pinochle pitch and cribbage, followed by luncheon prepared by Mrs. Thomas and daughter Carlyne. The party ended late with best wishes for future gatherings and a keepsake gift for the guest of honor.
Leonard M. Possey and Mildred Lefitz both of Omaha were married by Judge A. H. Duxbury in a traditional court ceremony. The pair left to begin their married life, pleased with their new happiness.
Howard Lohnes of Cedar Creek visited the county clerk with the scalp of an old coyote his companion and he killed nearby Cedar Creek.
Falls City reports John Toth confessed to County Attorney J H Fallon his involvement in a $500 robbery affecting 11 people in Milwaukee.
The Journal invites readers to phone in news tips and brief items for publication. Call numbers are provided for submitters seeking to share local happenings.
Washington reports a bitter clash between the Senate and House over unemployment relief as Congress pushed toward adjournment. The Senate approved a 300 million dollar loan bill for states while the House pressed for Garner backed relief and farm and Philippine independence bills. Leaders urged compromise on unemployment legislation and debated home loan banks amid delays on economy and supply bills.
In Judge C. L. Gravescourt on Tuesday a hearing addressed a complaint against Ray Recek for fighting. The guardian father alleged the son fought his brother Archie Recek over an automobile dispute. A $1 fine plus costs was imposed.
Monday afternoon Judge A H Duxbury heard the case of Robert Dickey charged with possession of liquor second offense. Dickey pleaded guilty and the court imposed a sixty day jail sentence for the second offense.
Albany reports Governor Roosevelt denied plans for a dramatic entrance at the Chicago Democratic Convention. He said he would not respond to unfounded rumors as coverage intensifies in the coming weeks. He has a hotel suite reserved in Chicago in case of a crisis in his backers' nomination bid.
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