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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1935

Page

7

Camps for the Mothers Being Arranged

Nebraska farm and town women will attend five mother vacation camps this summer announced by Mary-Ellen Brown of the extension service. Camps at Neligh Chadron Omaha and Curtis run July through August with about 70 participants each. Costs range from 3.26 plus six eggs and six potatoes to 3.25 plus six eggs and six potatoes, with N. W. Gaines headlining talks at each gathering.

Nebraska Mary-Ellen Brown Agricultural College Extension Service Neligh Chadron Omaha Curtis N. W. Gaines College of Agriculture Neeligh Chadron State Park Brewster School of Agriculture

Rotarians Hear Ex Chief Allen Alpert Urge Global Unity

Rotarians at a convention in Mexico City with about 6 000 attendees heard Allen D Alpert of Chicago past president describe Rotary's work to make life more abundant for many. He urged continued anti wear campaigns, calling it a monster negation of the right to live, and advocated better international understanding across borders.

Mexico D. F Allen D. Alpert Chicago Rotary

River development funds secure two year Sioux City channel

Ten million dollars are approved for river development to insure new contracts and create a navigable channel to Sioux City within two years, signaling faster trade access and regional infrastructure growth.

Sioux City

May Line Power Projects in Nebraska Set for Interconnection

Nebraska interconnection terms for Platte valley and Loup river power districts were agreed Tuesday. PWA plans to increase allotments soon as copies of contracts move to project directors. Engineers John McElfresh and John Hogan prepare documents for North Platte and Cleveland. Harold Kramer and Eric Floor discussed plans to seek larger eastern Nebraska allotments.

Washington Platte Valley Loup River Nebraska PWA C. N. McElfresh Columbus John P. Hogan John McElfresh Cleveland North

Fight Short Haul Repeal Sparks Washington Protests

Washington protests mount against repealing the long short haul clause in railroad freight rates. Boise Idaho official Charles A. Root and Ed P. Byers of Fort Worth Texas defend the Pettingill bill to modify section four. They warn lower long haul rates to water markets would raise short haul tariffs for noncompetitive points, harming interior cities.

Washington House Interstate Commerce Charles A. Root Boise Ida Idaho Utilities Commission Ed P. Byers Fort Worth Tex Southwestern Industrial Traffic League Pettingill Byars

Order Negro Admitted to Maryland Law School

Associate Judge O Dunne of the Baltimore supreme bench granted a writ of mandamus ordering that a Negro be admitted to the University of Maryland law school next September. The writ was asked by Donald Gaines Murray, 22, Amherst graduate.

Baltimore O'Dunne Baltimore Supreme Bench University of Maryland Law School Donald Gaines Murray Amherst

Weeping Water Social Roundup Sees Varied Visitors

A stream of local residents and visitors over the past week includes Chris Rasmussen and Mrs Rasmussen riding to Plattsmouth, Newton L. Grubbs from Murray, Willard Clapp from Elmwood, Samuel Reed of Plattsmouth representing Western Auto, Miss Martha Jamison bound for Los Angeles, Miss Agnes Rough in Lincoln, James Miller and wife of Plattsmouth visiting P H Miller, Earl Cole and family in Murray and Weeping Water, Alex J. Patterson aiding at Farmers Union, and Harry O Brien and wife at the Ak Sar Ben show amid a streetcar dispute with Governor Cochran.

Newton L. Grubbs Murray Willard Clapp Elmwood Samuel Reed Plattsmouth Western Auto Company Martha Jamison Los Angeles Pacific Coast Agnes Rough Lincoln Mable Dudley James Miller Peter H. Miller Weeping Water P. H. Miller Earl Cole Familly Alex J. Patterson Farmers Union Implement Depot Wm. Asch Harry A. Williams Cole Motor Company John Cole Wm. Marshall Spencer J. Marshall Mr. Marshall Mrs. Jones A. H. Jones Douglas Hiarry O'Brien West of Town Ak-Sar-Benden

Omaha Visit Highlights Snell Family Gathering

Henry Snell and wife, newly arrived produce man, visited Omaha Sunday. They stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Chris Snell and family near Omaha, enjoying a pleasant time and socializing with other friends during their stay.

Omaha Henry Snell Chris Snell

Daughters Home Sunday for Father’s Day Visit

Mr and Mrs Earl Cole hosted all their daughters and families for Father’s Day. Attending were Mrs Edward Anderson and her husband from Ida Kansas Mrs Thelma Swanson and family from Omaha and Miss Emily Cole visiting sister in Iola Kansas completing the family circle.

Earl Cole Edward Anderson Ida, Kansas Thelma Swanson Omaha Emily Cole Iola Kansas

Will Visit in West Miss Leona Michelson Plans Summer Journey

Elmer Michelson and family traveled from Omaha to Blair last Sunday to visit relatives at the home of Mr and Mrs William Hislop who plan to move to Seattle Washington. Hislop invites his niece Miss Leona Michelson to accompany them on a summer trip west. Leona will visit the western states all season and return in the fall to help at the Variety store when school resumes.

Elmer Michelson Omaha Blair Wm. Hislop Seattle Washington Leona Michelson T. S. McMaster Plattsmouth Edna Edith Caddy Lincoln Hettie Appulin Karoline Spahnle Epent Waverly Will Mickle Alvo Sarah Keil Dorothea Eagle Palmyra

Burlington agent A. C. Jones visits here Sunday

A. C. Jones, ticket agent for the Burlington, was seen in town this Sunday visiting local stations and meeting passengers. He spoke with travelers and discussed schedules and service.

A. C. Jones The Burlington

Local Parental Visit Enlivens Weekend in Weeping Water

A visitor, after sixteen years at the station, spent a weekend with Mr and Mrs Arthur H Jones in Weeping Water. The trip included a very fine visit with the parents and a pleasant stay as guests.

Arthur H. Jones

Social gathering at fisheries hatcheries across the river

Mr and Mrs W L Hobeen and Mr and Mrs Ross Shields rode last Sunday to the fisheries across the river from South Bend. They visited the hatcheries and ate dinner in the park, enjoying the trip.

W. L. Hobeen Mrs. Ross Shields South Bend

Blessed by Arrival of Son in Burwell Farm Home

Wm. Meyers formerly of Weeping Water now resides near Burwell where he farms and his family welcomed a son. The household is reported in good health with all doing nicely.

Wm. Meyers Weeping Water Burwell

Family dinner for visiting sisters departs to Engleside Cali

Family gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs B W Gibson near Weeping Water to bid farewell to Mesdames B Able and Peter Nelson visiting from Engleside California. Attendees included Luther Womack and family, Guy Buchanan and family, Walter Munson and family, and Lawrence Askew with parents. A fine time was reported.

B. W. Gibson Engleside California

Church Services At Methodist Parish

Bible school held every Sunday at 10 o clock with preaching at 11 o clock. All who are not worshiping elsewhere are invited. Visitors in the city are welcome. E. B Pangborn pastor.

Methodist Church Bible School Pangborn Nww

Lack Blank Supply Delays Old Age Pension Applications

The county old age pension board reports a rush of requests for filing under the revised law but lacks the necessary application blanks. State officials say blanks likely available around July first, prompting postponement of registration and asking applicants not to call before then.

State Commission

Cass County Farm Product Converts to Wall Board Rayon Silk

Discussion suggests turning corn stalks into wall board rayon silk and other goods to meet strong demand. If high cost is cited as the barrier, improving river navigation could reduce expenses and boost factory development in Cass county farms.

Cass County

Local Eagle Socials and Visits Highlight Week

Eagle residents hosted and visited relatives from Plattsmouth Lincoln Waverly and Fremont. The 4 H club discussed cooking basics and bird protection plan. members planned a June 27 gathering at Dorothy Frohlich home. специаль

Erskine-Ross Wedding At Trinity Lutheran Church

Miss Florence Erskine daughter of Mr and Mrs William Erskine wed Henry Ross son of Mr and Mrs Ross last Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran church in a ceremony attended by about fifty guests Rev R E Ranghkr officiated and a reception followed at the bride’s parents home with pink and white decorations and refreshments.

Trinity Lutheran Church Florence Erskine William Erskine Henry Ross

Yum Yum 4-H Cooking Club Meeting Report

The Yum Yum 4-H Cooking Club met to discuss weekly activities and upcoming demonstrations. Members shared recipe ideas and planned practice sessions, highlighting teamwork and food safety during hands on cooking.

4-H Cooking Club

W. C. T. U. Meeting at Mrs Orville Roberts Home

The W C T U met Friday afternoon at Mrs Orville Roberts home with guests from Fremont Waterloo and local members. A program followed the business session featuring singing piano duet life of Jennie Cassidy and flower missioner Burbank article. Mrs Piersol explained flower colors and fragrance while attendees helped with a flower fame lunch hosted by the hostess and her daughters.

Orville Roberts Dykeman Fremont Kine Waterloo Indiana W. E. Muenchau Kietach Jones Horn Chas. Scattergood Maxine Janice Porter Arlene Scattergood Jean Marie Stewart Madonna Adee Jennie Cassidy Palmer Kaatz Burbank

Couple Muriel Albright and Henry Sexson Wed at Clay Center

Miss Muriel Albright of Spring Ranch married Henry Sexson son of Mr and Mrs H T Sexson of Eagle on Wednesday June 12 in Clay Center. Congratulations are extended.

Muriel Albright Spring Ranch Henry Sexson H. T. Sexson Eagle Clay Center

Methodist Church Notes Prompt Adult Classes and Schedule

Pastor D J Schuyleman G H Palmer and S S Supt announce Sunday school at 10:00 a m with a men’s class discussion. Morning worship at 11:00 a m with a sermon. Epworth League 7:15 p m noting a time change for young people.

D. J. Schuyleman G. H. Palmer Epworth League

Choir Practice at the Church Led by Mary Alice Robertson

Mary Alice Robertson leads a church choir practice this Friday at 8:00 p m all able singers are asked to attend promptly at 6:15 for early gathering and warm ups all ages welcome.

Mary Alice Robertson

Death of Ed G Wachtler in Eagle Nebraska

Ed G Wachtler born late November 1575 son of Julius Wachter and Mrs Wachter of Eagle Nebraska lived in Eagle most of his life. He married Mary BE Hardy on December 21 1897 and died June 14 1923 at 7 after three months illness age 59 years 7 months 12 days. Survived by wife two daughters two sons five grandchildren mother two brothers three sisters. Funeral at Trinity Lutheran Eagle conducted by Hey RK Rangeler with interment in Eagle cemetery.

Ed G. Wachtler Julius Wachter Eagle Nebraska Mary BE. Hardy Mary Ann Peterson Lincoln Mable Ensign Gandy Nebr Albert Sedalia Missouri Lauren Grandmother Wachtler Herman Palmyra Theodore Hagle Laura Wright Bagie Marie Hamiltton Omaha Dorothy Mick Wachtler Trinity Lutheran Church of Hey RK. E. Rangeler Eagle Cemetery

June Social at Four Mile Club

Mrs Sterling Ingwersen entertained the club for a June social meeting aided by Miss Helen Hunter and Mrs Henry Nolting. Guessing games and advice were enjoyed. Plans were made for a picnic on June 30. Mrs Louis Meisinger will entertain in July at Mrs Leonard Stoehrs home.

Sterling Ingwersen Helen Hunter Henry Nolting Louis Meisinger Leonard Stoehr

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Texas Ranger Alamo San Antonio Texas Rangers W. J. McDonald McDonald Texas David Crockett Chris Rasmussen Rasmussen the Fisheries Will Caddy Valley Trumbie Florence Been J. H. Palmer Mr. Palmer W. B. Hursh Will Ossenkop Harold Bear Walton J. H. Adee Edward Lee Harley Smith Laura Kennedy R. A. Oberle George Trimble Merna Stradley Carl Oberle Carry Fisher Cora Vinson R. C. Wenzel East Wenzel Emmanuel Lutheran Church Ohio Ronald Hughes Hughes Brunswick New Jersey Dorothea Keil Dorothy Frohlich Erskine-Ross TRE Methodist Church Notes Four Mile Club
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