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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1934
Page
2
Random musings on prosperity politics and daily life. references to rural families shopping, mudslinging in politics, industry roles, optimistic seed catalog writers, and a playful note about General Johnson at breakfast.
In the latest figure money in circulation stands at 5,357,055.593 dollars with 42.35 dollars per person down from 42.46 last month indicating a small shift in consumer cash. The tone suggests trivial volatility rather than a major economic shift.
A playful comparison suggests Congress traveling as a touring show could hurt the circus business with one night stands and a nationwide circuit, implying a shift in attention and public interest away from circuses.
An eclectic recap notes rumors of slot machines returning amid financial unease and warnings from a St. Louis editor about George Eliot film projects. It mentions evolving world views at Groton School, a silk ban in new currency, Hollywood golden wedding anniversaries, and surprisingly precise Austrian life sentences contrasting American courts.
The saying stems from the belief that the wild goose pairs for life. The phrase "Silly as a goose" reflects this notion and has become a common idiom.
In Europe a world statesman appears to reject any rational approach to a difficult problem, portraying himself as an obstacle to workable solutions and stability in the region.
Amelia Earhart argues women will participate in the next war and calls it the worst scare European nations have faced since the previous conflict.
A flurry of advisory notes targets varied policies as officials receive directions to shift toward right or left approaches, reflecting broader debates over administration strategy.
A 6 year old farm boy attended his first circus and asked if there was a large crowd. He replied there certainly was with the remark that the roosts were all full.
A light humorous remark notes that a husband who has been married a year or two can tell which fried chicken pieces were reserved for Sunday night lunch, by recognizing the familiar portions.
The Boston Globe notes the GOP deficit absorbed in Chicago last week as proof that recovery is uneven. A base runner attempting a steal with the bases full mirrors the critique of rugged individualism in the country.
The remark notes that many theories seem sound in theory but falter when applied to real world trials. It underscores the importance of empirical testing to validate ideas.
A quoted excerpt asserts the Democrats are limbering up their arms to point with pride. The remark is framed by a Wall Street margin remark and a general warning that sharks never sleep.
The county announces a start next week to oil 700 miles of road. The note adds a humorous aside about modern cognitive testing and aging.
Along the line of reflection about fate and invention the figure of Walt Disney arrives as the modern exemplar. The note links an ideal of invention leadership to Disney while invoking Ralph Waldo Emerson.
The article notes Vassar College will permit female students to wed while enrolled to avoid solitary engagements and secret ceremonies. It also quotes a former Kaiser praising Hitler and hinting at restoring a monarchy, remarking that his family would fulfill its duty, while joking about Hitler aging.
A reminiscence recalls days of lines for steering wheels and buggy whips for gas, noting slower travel but richer times. The narrator reflects on youth, humor, and the carefree spirit of earlier eras, contrasted with modern speed and progress.
During the first Roosevelt administration Nebraska counties faced relief strain. The federal government offered funds and direction for relief while urging local levies to share costs. Some counties in the southeast resisted, led by editor W. F. Cramb, arguing against federal taxation powers. The Lincoln Star notes Cramb’s view as narrow and promotes local revenue alongside federal aid to preserve self-government.
Nobel laureate Dr Millikan urges a scientific method in political life, praising a method embraced by machine leaders years earlier and endorsing detached, evidence based policy analysis.
A saying notes that while a man who cooks or traps poorly is often not asked again to cook or trap, the same rule seems not to apply to those who give speeches, as speakers are rarely canceled after weak orations.
The text suggests a planned motor improvement that releases a burning wool scent to wake a sleepy night driver. It asserts nothing else can revive a person quickly, presenting a dramatic claim about in-car safety tech.
A recent census indicates Chicago has lost 100000 residents since 1940. The report speculates some residents may have been counted elsewhere while the census was conducted at the fair grounds.
Letters to eastern newspapers show defenders of Hitler repeating three patterns. They deny atrocity stories, claim victims deserve worse, and threaten more harm if complaints continue.
A Chicago Tribune editorial argues that someone in authority should be held legally responsible for seven deaths in an American airliner crash. It claims pilots alone cannot be trusted and urges criminal negligence charges to deter risky practices and protect passengers.
Governor Ritchie argues Maryland cannot rely on a $1 million relief grant with federal 50-50 support. A $12 million bond issue has almost run out and he opposes new borrowing. He calls for local responsibility to fund relief directly, aiming to trim fraud and shift costs to cities and counties, with Pennsylvanias stance echoed.
An advertising agent claims every penny spent yields a large return, urging readers to invest in reklam campaigns and promotions.
Petition filed in Cass County Nebraska asks for probate of an instrument claimed as the last will of George W. Homan deceased. The will was allegedly admitted to probate in Adams County Iowa and Sears Davis is named as administrator with will annexed. Hearing set for June 29, 1934 at 10 a.m. in Cass County Court. Dated June 2, 1934. County Judge A. H. Duxbury.
The Sheriff will sell at public auction for cash the SW quarter of section 26 township 12 range 9 east at 10 o clock in the morning at the south front door of the courthouse Cass County Nebraska. The property of John C Lemon et al by order of sale to satisfy The Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Company judgment. Plattsmouth Nebraska June 16 1934.
District Court action seeks to quiet title to Lot 10 in the NW of the NE and Lot 12 in the NE of the SW in Sec 6 Twp 10 NR 14 in Cass County Nebraska with numerous defendants including unknown heirs and spouses. Publication and answer deadline July 30 1934. Local attorney filings and court notice included. A stray joke at end references a girl who lost memory for eight days then found there was no such person.
Notice that a petition for administration of Hobard Ray Reasoner deceased in case 3035 has been filed. Elisabeth Reasoner is named administratrix and the hearing is set for July 13, 1934 at 10 a.m. in the court. Dated June 16, 1934.
An execution issued by the Cass County Nebraska district court directs sale of an undivided one ninth interest in the west half of the northwest quarter of section four and one ninth in the east half of the northeast quarter of section five in town ship eleven range ten east of the sixth principal meridian by public auction for cash to satisfy a guardian’s judgment against Ralph C Rager. The sale is set for the 36th day of June 1934 at 10 o clock a m at the south front door of the courthouse in Plattsmouth Nebraska.
A Fort Smith correspondent reports a man lost a 29 passenger bus and compares it to losing a bass drum, noting that a bus incident attracts little attention while a stray bass drum draws notice.
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