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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1929

Page

6

Flood Devastates East Central Nebraska In Storms

Torrential rains and high winds swept through east central Nebraska causing flooding, property damage, and livestock losses. Donald Green, 23, drowned in Albion while aiding rescue efforts as 6.19 inches of rain fell in under three hours. A tornado damaged farms near Madison, injuring one man, with more storms near Scotia causing road washouts and additional livestock deaths.

Nebraska Donald Green Albion Green Joe Kilmer Madison Joe Duffield Kilmer Farm Kilmer Schwank Farm Scotia Grand Is

Delightful Recital by Mrs E H Wescott Pupils at Library

Voice pupils of Mrs E H Wescott gave a pleasing recital at the Plattsmouth public library auditorium. A hearty encore followed each number as friends praised the training and artistry. Participants included Eugene Bushnell Vivian Moore Margaret Shallenberger Mildred Hall Gladys Bushnell D O Dwyer Margaret Todd Hilda Epler Warren Taylor Jean Hayes with Miss Helen Wescott as accompanist.

E. H. Wescott Plattsmouth Public Library Eugene Bushnell Vivian Moore Margaret Shallenberger D. O. Dwyer Mildred Hall Gladys Bushnell Margaret Todd Hilda Epler Warren Taylor Jean Hayes Miss Hall Miss Bushnell

Motion not argued in Dower abatement case

County attorneys from Cass and Otoe counties were called to Omaha for an abatement hearing in the State v. George O. Dower. Judge Leslie was unavailable to hear arguments yesterday. the matter will be argued when the case is called for trial on Thursday before the district court.

W. G. Kieck Cass County George H. Heimke Otoe County Omahi State of Nebraska George O. Dower Leslie T. J. McGuire W. C. Ramsey

Journal Aa in the Journal Seeks Reader Results

A read report notes that the aa feature in the journal draws attention from readers and prompts results. It highlights how the column motivates action, measurements, and engagement among the audience.

Interference to Feature Evelyn Brent at Parmele Theatre

Parmele theatre manager Seydlitz explains how talking pictures are filmed for the Paramount all talking movie Interference detailing the filming process at Paramount studios. He highlights directors, mixers, interlock, and the sensitive microphones capturing every spoken word.

Motion Picture Studios Seydlitz Parmele Theatre Paramount Evelyn Brent Clive Brook William Powell Doris Kenyon Roy J. Pomeroy Pomeroy

Kitty Grips Spectator with Subtle Charm in Film

The Parmele theatre screens Kitty celebrating Warwick Deeping’s romance in a talking picture. Estelle Brody plays Kitty opposite John Stuart as the son whose airborne fate and mother’s scheme drive the drama. Victor Saville directs with effective settings and strong supporting cast.

Warwick Kitty Parmele Theatre Sorrell and Son Flying Corps France Earth London River Thames Victor Saville Deeping Estelle Brody Dorothy Cumming John Stuart Marie Ault

Sterling Film From British Studios Imported For U.S. Release

A British International studios production from Elstree London was imported to America by World Wide Pictures. The feature showcases high value craftsmanship and strong performances.

British International Studios Elstree London America World Wide Pictures

Lindbergh Arrives at New Harbor Block Island

Captain Charles A. Lindbergh aboard the Mouette, a thirty eight foot motor cruiser, reached New Harbor Block Island at 3 40 Sunday afternoon and tied at the new dock. He stayed ashore about an hour before departing for Long Island at 5 05 after refueling with 180 gallons of gas 75 pounds of ice one mackerel and a newspaper aboard.

Lindbergh Port Providence R. I Charles A. Lindbergh Mouette Long Island Sound New Harbor Block Island Long Island

Rotarians Visit Lewiston Civic Center Dinner and Program Highlight Community Ties

Plattsmouth Rotary members visited Lewiston Cass County to honor the community center opening with a dinner hosted by local women. Albert Young presided as guests enjoyed piano and vocal numbers by Mrs. Major Hall and the Hall children, Frank Cloidt, Lynn Minor, and others. L. R. Snipes spoke on shared regional interests while William Baird missed the program. Howard Bigger gave an address with poems. Sears S. Davis presented two large American flags as the audience sang America and praised the Lewiston community.

Plattsmouth International Rotary Lewiston Cass County Rotary Albert Young Major Hall Frank A. Cloidt Lynn OQ. Minor Rotary Club L. R. Snipes William Baird Annie Laurie Great West Sears S. Davis Lewiston Community Center America Young

World Telephone Exhibit Highlights Global Reach

The Lincoln Telephone & Telegraph display at C. E. Wescott's Sons showcases telephone directories from cities worldwide and facts on global phone usage. The United States accounts for 64 percent of telephones, Europe 25 percent, and other regions 11 percent, with Lincoln leading in per capita telephones and Omaha and San Francisco following.

Lincoln Telephone & Telegraph Company C. E. Wescott’s Sons United States London Paris Dublin Calcutta Constantinople Berlin New York Europe Lincoln Omaha San Francisco

West reviews Plattsmouth Water Corp interests visit

George F. West president of the Plattsmouth Water Corporation toured the local pumping and water supply system with Superintendent L. O. Minor. He also inspected the Springfield Missouri plant and other western properties, marking his first visit here in some time.

George F. West Plattsmouth Water Corporation West Springfield Missouri L. O. Minor

Truck Overturns injure Hambure men near BE Spangler corner

Robert Emerton a Hambure merchant and Tom Arnold a Hambure trucker were injured when their small Chevrolet overturned twice near the BE H Spangler corner southwest of town. Arnold had facial cuts and Emerton severe bruising but no broken bones. both were treated by Dr. E J Gillespie and resumed homeward travel.

Robert Emerton Tom Arnold Hambure BE. H. Spangler Corner Arnold E. J. Gillespie Emerton Mr. Emerton

Case Remanded for Trial in Local Court

Theodore Baker Jr. vs Iowa Nebraska Light Power Co. remanded from U S District Court at Lincoln back to Cass County local court for trial. Judge J W Woodrough ordered the remand. Case concerns damages for an alleged injury. Plaintiff resides in Nehawka.

Theodore Baker, Jr Iowa-Nebraska Light & Power Co U. S. District Court At Lincoln J. W. Woodrough Cass County Nehawka

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Parmele Feng Sorrel & Son News & Comedy Evelyn N Brent G& Paramount Twister Thomas Walling Company Plattamouth RAY Micmaken Truck Line Talkies Henry Celik Doug. McCrary Barber Main St Bernardi Legion American Legion Washington Avenue The Hartford Fire Insurance Company Searle. Davis Lewiston Civic Center Men of the Journal Casco Little Old New York Roberts Black Milans Wescott
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