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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1928

Page

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Cook Family Holds Oakwood Reunion Amid Rainy Day

The Cook family gathered at Oakwood the Wheeler home south of town for their annual reunion. About seventy five attended a noon dinner on the lawn, renewing ties despite threatening weather. Key elder W A Cook of Elmwood was mourned for his passing on November 7 1927 with several relatives present.

Cook Oakwood W. D. Wheeler Wheeler W. A. Cook Elmwood Beaver City Chas. E. Cook Joseph Cook S. Q. Cole T. W. Vallery Bina Kitzel Ohio Territory Nebraska Mynard

New Barber Shop Opens in Plattsmouth

Doug McCrary launches a new barber shop in the former McElwain jewelry building. The shop features blue and grey decor, white woodwork, and new fixtures. Assistant Henry Celik joins McCrary, who is well known from Lincoln, promising a up to date addition to the city’s shops.

Doug McCrary McElwain Jewelry McCrary Plattsmouth Henry Celik Lincoln Celik

Painter Nine Pound Boy Born At Home

A nine pound boy arrived this morning at the home of Mr and Mrs Robert M Painter. The mother and baby are doing nicely and the birth brings happiness to the family. Mrs Painter was formerly Miss Edna Gorder and the baby is the first grandson for Mrs Nellie Gorder.

Robert M. Painter

Will Undergo Operation

Mrs. Martin Peterson of this city will be operated on today at the Methodist hospital in Omaha after spending the past two weeks there for treatment. This is the eleventh time she has been hospitalized and the operation is hoped to bring permanent relief and restoration to her former health.

Martin Peterson Methodist Hospital Omaha Peterson

Hronek Family Visits Old Nebraska Home

Mrs Josephine Hronek and her four sons Paul Robert Matthew and James from Pocatello Idaho arrived in Omaha to visit at the home of Mrs Hronek s mother Mrs Josephine Kalasek and other relatives. This marks the first return to her old home in twenty four years and the first meeting for the sons with the grandmother and local relatives. They were greeted by Mr and Mrs Joe M Sedlak and family and welcomed to Nebraska for a pleasant stay greatly appreciated by the family in this city.

Daluy Josephine Hronek Paul Robert Matthew James Pocatello Idaho Omaha Joe M. Sedlak Nebraska

Drainage District Election Held Across Cass Saunders and Lancaster

Voters across Cass Saunders and Lancaster counties decide on extending Sanitary District No 1 of Lancaster by approving or rejecting the Salt Creek bottoms drainage plan. Landowners vote one acre one vote with mail ballots allowed. Scott & Scott of Lincoln prepared the scheme and local boards will tally. Opponents exist, but many residents support forming the district to enable construction.

Cass County Court House Cass County Lancaster County Salt Creek Cass, Saunders Lancaster Scott & Scott Lincoln W. G. Scott George Sayles Altho

Rain Delays Interstate Baseball Games Across Circuit

A severe Saturday night storm halted Interstate league games as all parks received water and mud. Fort Crook could not play at Malvern and endured flood damage on return trips with several cars stuck in mud. The postponed Fort Crook Plattsmouth game may be rescheduled for Wednesday night if weather permits.

Interstate Baseball League Fort Crook Malvern Iowa Hills

Hiber Sr. Suffering Serious Health Setback at Home

Joe Hiber Sr., longtime city resident, is at his west Vine street home with a general breakdown and heart trouble. Doctors order rest and quiet as he undergoes treatment, keeping him in bed for the present.

Joseph Hiber, Sr West Vine Street Hiber Mr. Hiter

Call No 6 With Your Order For Job Printing

A brief job printing notice instructs customers to call number six when placing orders. It emphasizes using the designated line for processing and completing work efficiently.

Heaviest Rain of the Season Visits Cass County

Eastern Nebraska was drenched by the season’s heaviest rain with Omaha bearing the brunt. Two inches fell between 8 and 9:30 pm causing floods on 24th and Cuming Street and widespread property damage while storm sewers managed surface water. Some areas saw residents abandon homes as cellars flooded. crops benefited in rural districts. The Nebraska storm is linked to Friday Oklahoma tornado activity.

Nebraska Omaha Chicago Avenue Clarinda Iowa 24Th Cuming Street Oklahoma

After Card Numbers Drive License Paper Checks Increase

County and city authorities plan strict checks on paper license numbers used by cars sold by dealers. The aim is to curb second and third hand vehicles driven with expired licenses by ensuring cards are issued only to rightful owners and tracked through the treasurer’s office. Dealers will cooperate to monitor card issuance and usage amid heads of concern over ongoing street circulation.

Leaves for Europe on European tour from Sheridan

Mrs. Marguerite Johnstone of Sheridan Wyoming leaves for Washington DC then New York to sail for a European trip covering several old world countries. She will use a specially made auto on the steamer and be joined by her cousins Mr and Mrs Ed Walters in London for the continent tour.

Marguerite Johnstone Sheridan Wyoming Emil Walters Washington, D. C New York Europe Ed Walters London Berlin

Legion Delegation Heads to District Meet in Nebraska City

A sizable American Legion group from the city drove to Nebraska City for the district convention. The Nebraska City News-Press notes a local fundraising drive reached 270 dollars, prompting the trip to help spend funds.

American Legion Nebraska City

Fetzer Shoe Co to Install Self Serve Shoe Dept

Henry F. Goos, owner of Fetzer Shoe Co, will open a self serve bargain department in the main store. Shoes will be displayed on shelves with price tags and customers may try on and choose as they wish. Special rock bed prices will apply to all classes of shoes for every family member.

Henry F. Goos Fetzer Shoe Co Goos

Funeral of Mrs Head at First Methodist Church

Funeral services for Mrs Sybel Head longtime community resident were held yesterday at the First Methodist Church with Rev H E Sorter delivering comfort. E H Wescott sang three solos and the body was laid to rest at Oak Hill cemetery in the city. Out of town attendees included twelve Golden Redaux auxiliary members of Omaha B of R T plus Mrs Coral P McNeal and others.

First Methodist Church Sybel Head H. E. Sorter E. H. Wescott Oak Hill Cemetery The Silent Golden Red Auxiliary B. of R. T. of Omaha Head Coral P. McNeal Grace Russell Marie Young Charles Benson

New Officers Installed At Dalhr Masonic Lodge

At the lodge last session in this city the newly elected and appointive officers were installed with W. M. Henry F. Nolting and W. A. H. Duxbury as senior and junior wardens. Other officers include Dr. R. P. Westover secretary L. W. Niel treasurer Frank A. Cloldt S. D. Harrison L. Gayer J. D. Robert Painter S. P. Heineman J. S. Leonard Born and Tyler L. F. Terryberry.

Dalhr Masonic Lodge W. M Henry F. Nolting A. H Duxbury R. P. Westover L W. Niel Frank A. Cloldt S. D Harrison L. Gayer J. D Robert Painter P. T. Heineman J. S.—Leonard Tyler L. F. Terryberry

Tornado toll and near-miss amid McCook destruction

Former residents Fred Geis and his daughter Estelle returned to McCook Nebraska to assess a storm that killed a neighbor in a tornado that ripped a three block by six block path. Earl Geis and his wife were injured in the debris filled basement while the town catalogues the devastation and braces for months of rebuilding.

Fred Geis Miss Estelle McCook Earl Geis Nebraska Geis

Rebecca E Monroe dies after paralytic stroke in Omaha

Rebecca E McCarty Monroe 1842 Oct 31 Decatur County Indiana born widow of John A Monroe passes away at 10 this morning in Omaha after months of illness. She is survived by four daughters Miranda Mayfield Lillian Sparks Susan Nichols and Lizzie Kelley with eight children in total and four grandchildren. Funeral arrangements pending.

Rebecca E. Monroe Monroe Rebecca E. McCarty Decatur County Indiana John A. Monroe Gentry County Missouri 12Th Regiment of Missouri Voluntary Cavalry Miranda Mayfield Memphis Neb Lillian Sparks Broadwater Susan Nichols Lizzie Kelley Omaha

Citizenship hearings open in June term at district court

The district court opened its June term with three citizenship applications. Prior to examination, Examiner Bodie and Judge Begley presided as County Judge A H Duxbury spoke on the flag and nation’s sacrifices. Mrs C A Rosencrans presented flags and Legion auxiliary manuals to the new citizens.

District Court Bodie James T. Begley A. H. Duxbury C. A. Rosencrans American Legion Auxiliary

Snag Boat Mandan Arrives For Missouri River Work

The U S Government snagboat The Mandan arrived yesterday from Kansas City and will work toward Sioux City Omaha and the mouth of the Platte. The trip aims to remove snags and obstacles to improve navigation for barges as part of a nationwide waterway improvement plan approved by Congress and the president.

U. S Missouri River Kansas City Sioux City Platte Omaha Congress

Thomas Wiles Laid to Rest by Community Elders and Veterans

Thomas Wiles, a Civil War veteran and longtime community leader, was laid to rest after services at the First Christian church and burial at Oak Hill cemetery. The funeral drew many friends, with Rev. Charles Finch of Kansas City delivering the eulogy and a mixed quartet performing hymns. The gathering included W.R.C. members and others honoring his service to church, country, and family.

Thomas Wiles First Christian Church Wiles Lfe Christian Church Charles Finch Kansas City Hal Garnett Minnie Pickard Frank A. Cloidt R. W. Knorr Jesus Oak Hill

Car Fire Saves Ford Sedan in Reunion Area

Yesterday afternoon Captain and Mrs Harrison L Gayer escaped complete loss when a short in the car wiring started a blaze near the W D Wheeler farm during a Cook family reunion. Albert Wheeler and Robert Patterson helped extinguish the flames and the Gayers plan to insure the vehicle.

Harrison L. Gayer Albert Wheeler Robert Patterson Cook Gayer W. D. Wheeler Cap

Pastor Swingle Leaves for Winfield Kansas Mission

Rev. Clinton Swingle assistant pastor at a large southern Kansas Methodist church departs by auto from Winfield after a short visit at the E H Wescott home. He is accompanied back by Miss Helen Wescott who will spend two weeks visiting friends and sights in southern Kansas and Oklahoma. The party plans to reach Winfield by eight in the evening.

Clinton Swingle Kansas Winfield E. H. Wescott Swingle Helen Wescott Oklahoma

Wedding Bells Ring for Well Known Couple

Miss Hedwig B. Roessler and Mr Reuben L Fahrembruch wed at 1 30 in the home of the bride on Vine Street in a quiet ceremony attended by immediate relatives Rev O G Wickmann officiated The couple will reside in McCook Nebraska with a short honeymoon Following the ceremony a luncheon was served The bride taught at McCook and the groom is a baker Their many friends extend best wishes for their future together

Weanesaay Vine Street Hedwig B. Roessler Reuben L. Fahrembruch McCook Nebraska O. G. Wickmann St. Paul’s Evangelical Church Miss Roessler Fahrembruch August Roessler Plattemouth Peru State Normal Worms

Death of W. T. Melbern

The city mourns the death of W. T. Melbern sixty eight. He died Sunday at the family home after months of ill health following a stroke and heart trouble. Survived by widow and five children, services held at home led by Rev. H. G. McClusky. Body to be moved to Paola Kansas on Burlington No. 4 for interment.

W. T. Melbern Melbern Burlington Dan Weyenberg Norfolk Nebraska Ernest Melbern Murray Ray Melbern Bert Whipple Truman Melbern Wellsville Kansas H. G. McClusky Paola

Interesting Talk At Morning Worship By Dr J B Chitambar

Dr J B Chitambar of Lucknow India spoke at the Methodist church during morning worship on the Christian life and growth in India. His clear presentation offered a fresh view of Indian life and was met with keen interest by a large congregation.

J. B. Chitambar Lucknow India

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Sanitary Dist Greenwood Joe Hiber District Legion Mrs. Head Hedwig Roessler Reuben Fahrembrnush
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