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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1934
Page
2
A collection of aphorisms contrasts thrift and charity with social norms. It notes pennies to church and dollars for leisure, while a divorcee’s relief is short lived and remarriage common. Literature is praised for intrinsic value over pay.
Walker teases possible return to New York amid sparse invitations. The former mayor signals openness while noting current offers have not yet gained traction.
The reference notes Carnera has a fractured ankle which critics doubted as an alibi. It argues the injury is real and that as he exits the prize ring public sympathy grows for the foreign contender.
Senator Nye says the United States leads world arms spending. He compares past industries like cotton stockings and Model T Fords as relics and notes mint demand signals child pig banks near collapse, signaling broader economic strain.
A reflection on electrical service philosophy arguing that success comes from lowering voltage on the service line rather than carrying the highest voltage. It emphasizes preparation and proper equipment, likening transformation to reliable service.
A famed dietician endorses silent breakfasts reflecting a long standing household routine. Fathers eat first, then mothers descend, followed by children one by one as the morning progresses in many homes.
A compact review of ten Bible lessons from Luke and related texts. It covers confessing Christ, child baptism, forgiveness, kingdom rewards, greatness through service, Jesus as King, Christianity and patriotism, future watchfulness, the Last Judgment, the cross, the risen Lord, and the Great Commission with emphasis on faith, obedience, and eternal life.
Patrolman John Flood a rookie officer was shot and seriously wounded at Matawan New Jersey police headquarters by a masked man in a white mask who fired from the chief of police desk. Flood, after seeing a red signal, confronted the shooter and fired back.
Chicago report says General Johnson avoided anger at a grocers convention by sending greetings and best wishes after the NRA chief would not speak. He cited a heavy workload for declining the invitation while Grocers Association president condemned the move as Mussolini tactics.
John Pat Barron co pilot of an American Airlines crash in the Catskills had his ashes scattered from an air mail plane as it crossed the Tennessee line. His family held services in Memphis and his sister Miss Lucille Barron said this is the way Pat would want it.
In the County Court of Cass County Nebraska a petition for administration of Hobart Ray Reasoner deceased has been filed. Elizabeth Reasoner is named administratrix. The hearing is set for July 13 1934 at 10:00 a.m. Dated June 16 1954. A H Duxbury County Judge.
A sheriff sale notice declares the sale of 41.84 acres comprising the west half of the southwest quarter of section 6 in township 10 north range 14 east, Cass County Nebraska. The property is levied to satisfy a judgment for John M. Leyda against Doris Burbee et al, to be held July 24, 1934 at 10 a.m. at the south front door of the Cass County courthouse Plattsmouth Nebraska.
Notice filed in Cass County Nebraska for probate of a foreign will of George W Homan deceased. Sears Davis requested as administrator with will annexed. Hearing set June 29 1934 at 10 a m before Cass County Nebraska County Court. Dated June 2 1934.
A hearing is set in Cass County Nebraska for July 13 1934 at 9 a m before the County Court. Raymond W West petitions to determine time of death heirs and rights of descent in the estate of Webster M West who died intestate August 8 1929 owning an undivided half of 30 acres in the southwest quarter section 2 township 11 range 12 East of the 6th P M. The heirs listed include Melissa J West Irwin H West Frank O West William S West Harry E West Clyde West Mary E Johnson and Raymond W West. Attorneys: Co E Tefft. 121-3w.
In the District Court of Cass County Nebraska Charles H Gibson guardian of Ruth Pauline Harmer and Rosemary Harmer minors seeks license to sell undivided one eighth interest in described land for their maintenance education and debts A public sale is set for July 17 1934 at 4 00 a m at the south door of the Cass County Courthouse Plattsmouth Nebraska to the highest bidder for cash and the sale will stay open one hour
Thousands homeless as worst blaze in Piedras Negras history engulfs Square near the main plaza. The Catholic church and Senor Garcia’s large residence were destroyed, along with the telephony exchange and many Sail wood houses. Hydrant pressure failures worsened the disaster, and Eagle Pass volunteers could not stop the flames.
Execution sale set for June 30 1934 at 10 o clock A M at the Booth Front Door Court House Plattsmouth to sell undivided one ninth interests in the West Half of the Northwest Quarter Section Four and the East Half of the Northeast Quarter Section Five Township Eleven Range Ten east of the 6th P M Cass County Nebraska to satisfy a judgment in favor of Evelina Rager guardian Sears Davis as plaintiff against Ralph C Rager Real estate owned by the defendant to be sold for cash by the Sheriff or authorized official
The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company sues Florence Gillespie and Orville F. Gillespie in Cass County Nebraska to foreclose a mortgage dated August 21, 1928 on the East Half of the Southwest Quarter Section 15 Township 11 North Range 11 East containing eighty acres. The note for 2200 dollars at 5 percent is unpaid. a first lien is sought with sale of the property if not paid within twenty days. Defendants must answer by July 30, 1934, or default judgment will be entered.
Sirens wailed as the Dillinger squad hunted the notorious fugitive. John Dillinger was later seen at an uptown theater, with six squad cars stationed outside for forty five minutes as patrons were checked. A cautious man with a Dillinger profile was briefly detained and released after identification.
Notice of a party primary election in Cass County Nebraska on August 14 1934 with polls 8 am to 2 pm. Voters nominate U S Senator First District congressman state officials and county officers and elect delegates to county conventions. Official seal dated June 18 1954.
The Daily News reports the Stork is expected in two famous American families Colonel Lindbergh and Gene Tunney. Confirmations were withheld at both households as friends note fresh baby clothes. Lindbergh has a son John Morrow, born after his first child’s kidnapping and death, while Tunney has a son Gene Lauder Tunney.
Chicago Samuel Miller described how he bashed his wife Sylvia with a rolling pin, took their three children on a ride, and left her to die in an alley. He called her a nagging wife as he spoke to Assistant State's Attorney John Boyle from a jail cell.
Distant pastures entice some, yet readers note the ongoing weekly value ads in the Journal’s cattle columns. The piece highlights price signals and market trends for buyers and sellers following the agricultural listings.
Multiple notices state Hans Hansen files in Cass County Nebraska to quiet title to a described tract against Dundee Mortgage Trust of Scotland and others. A hearing date of July 30 1934 is set. another petition seeks guardian authority to mortgage Isaac Wiles ward estate for 5500 at 5 percent over eight years with a court ordered show cause on June 27 1934.
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