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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1922

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Primary election lists fill county offices in flux

The county clerk’s office buzzes as July 18 filing closes and party tickets form. Key filings include W H Puls for state rep on the Democratic ticket, A G Cole for Republican nomination, and Eugene Lister for county clerk on the Progressive ticket. The full Republican, Democratic, and Progressive slates name dozens of candidates across offices, with districts in Murray Weeping Water Union and nearby towns highlighted.

George R. Sayles W. H. Puls Murray A. G. Cole Eugene Lister Puls Billy Cole Ieee Ee Gene Lister Count Hip Fox Ee Oreurtee Frank J. Libershal Lister American Legion Burlington Will T. Adams Carrol DD. Quinton Rex Young Register Murdock Democratic Mia Gering J. G. Meisinger G. H. Manners Adolph Geise Register of Deeds Kate Minor J. A. Capwell W. B. Banning Union William H. Puls Fred H. Gorder Weeping Water Progressive Ticket Eugene Slater Emil J. Hild A. P. Moran Nebraska City George F. Wilson Elmwood Louis Leiner Plattsmouth

Marriage at Nebraska City Ties Ruby Shipley to Frank Boetel

Yesterday at 10 o clock in Nebraska City Mrs Ruby Shipley of La Platte wed Mr Frank Boetel of this city. The ceremony was quiet and the couple returned home to this city afterward. Both are well known here and receive good wishes for their future happiness.

Dade Nebraska City Ruby Shipley la Platte Frank Boetel

Lincoln Visitors Stay At Briggs Country Home

Mrs. E G Osborne and Mr and Mrs Paul Steingenberg with two daughters from Lincoln visit at the country home of Mr and Mrs M S Briggs. Osborne is an aunt of Mrs Prices and the Steingberg family are cousins of the Briggs.

E. G. Osborne Paul Steingenberg Lincoln M. S. Briggs

Electric Sign Shines Bright at Morgan Sweet Shop

A new electric sign at the Morgan Sweet Shop in Monnay’s Daily lights up Main street with 128 bulbs, praised for its artistry and modern addition to the city’s business district.

Monnay’s Morgan Sweet Shop Mr. Morgan

County Attorney A G Cole Seeks Republican Nomination

A. G. Cole, Cass County’s county attorney for eight years, announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination. Supporters credit his administration with efficient county service, strict law enforcement, and substantial taxpayer savings by avoiding costly jury trials and securing favorable verdicts. The decision reflects ongoing demand for his continued public service.

A. G. Cole Cass County Cole Reetter

A L Tidd Enters Race for Congress in First District

Plattsmouth resident Attorney A L Tidd has filed Saturday in Lincoln for the First district congressional nomination on the progressive ticket for the term starting March 4 1923. He is a longtime progressive advocate and newcomer to the race alongside former governor John H Morehead of Falls City who also seeks the nomination on progressive and democratic tickets.

Plattsmouth A. L. Tidd Reavis Tidd John H. Morehead Falls City

Virgini a Hunnicutt Weds John M Hersey In Indianola

Mr and Mrs M S Briggs announce the marriage of their niece Virginia Hunnicutt to Mr John M Hersey on June 14. After July 1 they will reside at Indianola Iowa. Virginia is daughter of Mr and Mrs W L Hunnicutt of Indianola and taught last year at the Sciota school near Union Cass county friends celebrate her happiness.

M. S. Briggs Virginia Hunnicutt John M. Hersey Union

Work Pushes On for New Sewer and Main Street Paving

The project to install a new sewer system and repave Main Street will take time and labor. The water company is lowering a section of mains to a deeper level due to the new sewer. Excavation and trench work are underway as the mains are relocated and ready to be relaid.

Main Street Lower Main Street Water Company

Logals Win Third Game of Fast Series

From Monday's Daily the Vinton Express from Omaha visited the Merchants of the city and were defeated 5 to 1. Local standout Mason held the visitors to one hit in six innings while Joe McCarthy fanned seven in three innings of relief. Garvey struggled for the Express with eight hits and two walks in three innings.

Vinton Express Omaha McCulloch Hans Keystone Laker Mason Schwer Emkey Rocheford Herold O'Donnell Garvey Newman Shepherd McCarthy Grometer Burns Wink Spreacher Herald Spreacher Pete Joe McCarthy

Attending State Convention of Eagles in Grand Island

William Barclay worthy president of the Nebraska Fraternal Order of Eagles and Mrs Barclay left for Grand Island to preside over the two day state convention. James Rebal of this city attends as the local aerie delegate. L L Moshier of South Omaha is the leading presidential candidate.

William Barclay Nebraska Order of Eagles Island L. L. Moshier South Omaha

Popular copyrights and the latest fiction at the Journal office

Publication notes highlight new book releases and popular copyrights shaping the Journal's literary section. Editors preview upcoming fiction, reviewing trends and notable authors driving reader interest this season.

Journal

Heinrichs Observe Second Wedding Anniversary Picnic

Yesterday marked the couple Will Heinrich and his wife’s second anniversary. A pleasant picnic near the Burlington bridge hosted dinner beneath shade trees. Guests included Miss Gladys McLaughlin Ella McLaughlin George Heinrich John Wilhelm Ruth Drozda Joseph Hadraba Janch Price and daughters Helen Virginia.

Will Heinrich Burlinston Bridge Gladys Ella McLaughlin George Heinrich John Wilhelm Havelock Ruth Drozda Omaha Oseph Hadraba Janch Price Helen Virginia

Cook Family Holds Annual Reunion at Weeping Water Park

The Cook family reunion gathered over 100 members at the Weeping Water park in Cass County. Plans to form a reunions association were approved with Frank Cook of Alvo as president and Miss May Dreamer of Lincoln as secretary, and next year’s gathering is set for the same park.

Cook Weeipre Water Bina Kitzel Alvo Weeping Water Cass County Nebraska Frank Cook May Dreamer Lincoln Weeping Water Park Philip Cook Norfolk John Beaver City J. D Ord Kitzel

Brown to Leave Rawlins Today

Fred Brown will depart Rawlins Wyoming tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock bound for the Lincoln state penitentiary. State Sheriff Gus Hyers and Warden W. T. Fenton will accompany the bandit. He will not pass Omaha, with transfer at Fremont to a Northwestern train planned for Wednesday. In Lincoln he will be taken to the penitentiary hospital to regain health before trial on pending charges.

Rawlins Wyo Fred Brown Lincoln State Penitentiary Gus Hyers W. T. Fenton Brown Omaha Nebraska Fremont Northwestern Lincoln Penitentiary

Brown faces Siefken murder charge and travel setback

Governor McKelvie announced Dr. L N Keil reports Brown sufficiently recovered to travel. The Siefken murder charge looms if witnesses identify him fleeing the scene or lurking nearby. Omaha police also linked Brown to a West Farnum area holdup prior to the slaying. Gus Hyers wired County Attorney Shetwell, who favored keeping Brown hospitalized at Lincoln penitentiary hospital.

Lincoln McKelvie L. N. Keil Rawlins Brown Siefken Omaha Loyal Cohn West Farnum Gus Hyers Shetwell Lincoln Penitentiary Hospital

Elliott Woman Is Taken To Hospital After Operation

Mrs F W Elliott who had been seriously ill for some time was transported to Omaha by car Saturday evening. She underwent a surgical procedure Sunday morning and, according to the latest reports, is as well as can be under her condition.

F. W. Elliott Omaha

Rush to Complete Filings Closes Last Saturday

Last Saturday marked the final filing day with the secretary of state. C. H. Gustafson filed as a Republican candidate for United States senator, with a petition carrying hundreds of names. Progressives placed W. J. Taylor for governor and John H. Morehead for Congress, among others, with signatures ranging from 69 to 342. Various Democrats and independents also filed across multiple districts, and secretary Amsberry received Howard acceptance for Congress and a Columbus candidate for the progressive ticket just before closing.

C. H. Gustafson United States Grand Island W. J. Taylor J. N. Norton John H. Morehead Congress Arthur G. Wray Piacek Wahoo Edgar Howard Emma Paul Taylor F. L. Hollen Progressive State Executive Committee Fred C. Ayres Dale P. Stough Harry Grover West A. V. Johnson John O. Schmidt House Canaday P. F. O'Gara O'Gara J. M. Johnson E. L. Barton Congres Lincoln Edger Howard Columbus Amsberry Howard Third District Lincoln State Journal

Fourth of July Plans Put On by Local Sokol Group

The Katholitky Sokol society announces a full day Fourth of July celebration with Elks band performing in the parade and at the park. Admission to the park is free, and all city societies are invited to join the parade from K S hall through Main Street to the park.

Katholitky Sokol Society Elks Band K.S. Hall Main Street

Death of Aged Lady in North City Vicinity

Yesterday Mrs. Lydia Cannon, an aged resident, died at her son William Cannon's home north of the city after a brief illness. The body will be taken to Breckenridge, Missouri, for burial.

Lydia Cannon William Cannon Breckenridge

Sunday School Picnic at Riverview Park Omaha

Members of the Presbyterian Sunday school held their annual picnic at Riverview park in Omaha. They traveled by car and enjoyed sports swimming and a large picnic dinner provided by the youngsters' parents.

Fromn Presbyterian Sunday School Riverview Park Omaha

Modern Wood Men Have A Fine Time At Meeting

Cass Camp chapter of Modern Woodmen of America held a large lodge meeting in the M W A building. E E Kester state deputy and W S James district deputy led the initiation of twenty five new candidates into the order assisted by local officers. The ceremony impressed the new members with the society’s ideals aiding members and protecting widows and orphans.

Cass Camp Woodmen of America Order Woodcreft E. E. Kester W.S. James

Woman From City Undergoes Surgery in Omaha

Mrs James Ptacek of this city was operated on at Immanuel hospital in Omaha for a long illness. Last reports say the operation went well and she is in good condition with a hopeful recovery. Mr Ptacek stayed in Omaha today with his wife to support her through the post operative period.

Immanuel Hospital Omaha James Ptacek Ptacek

Mrs. John Wischman Sr Recovers Nicely After Operation

Mrs. John Wischman Sr at Immanuel hospital in Omaha shows steady improvement after surgery. Family and friends report hopeful signs and encouragement for her speedy recovery.

John Wischman Immanuel Hospital Omaha

Filings For Committeemen And County Delegates In Cass County

Primary election filings list Republican and Democratic candidates for committeemen and delegates across Cass County precincts. Louisville leads with several nominees including Florence Noyes and C. G. Mayfield for Republicans and W. H. Heil and Mary Group for Democrats. Other Republican delegates include J. D. Bramblett and Nellie Bramblett, with Democratic delegates such as W. E. Well and John C. Spengler, among Plattsmouth and Weeping Water wards.

Cass County Louisville Florence Noyes Cc. G. Mayfield W. H. Heil Mary Group John C. Spangler Central Committee C. EB. Tefft Edith Clibke H. A. Crozier Anna Hart F. H. McCarthy Mary Becker Liberty R. C. Pollard Edith Palmer Nehawka L. A. Tyson Stove Creek Rae McMahen Plattsmouth FE. H. Wescott Plattemouth Marie Kaufman Delecates J. D. Bramblett Nellie Bramblett O. C. Hudson Wm. Richards South Bend W. E. Well John C. Spengler W. H. Webhrbein J. P. Faler Mike Tritsch G. H. Manners Plattamouth Mike Hild

Col J B Seyboldt Undergoes Fourth Operation

Yesterday Colonel J B Seyboldt of array was operated on at a Omaha hospital for the fourth time in weeks as the condition requires removal of formed pus. He is reported weak yet mentally sharp and able to converse with his family amid the severe ordeal.

J. B. Seyboldt Omaha Seyboldt

June Wins in Matrimonial Marathon Licensing Boom

The county judge Beeson reports a surge in marriage licenses with fourteen couples obtaining vows this June, four more than last year’s total of ten. The trend shows growing demand for license parchments and domestic union plans.

Beeson

Lost item inquiry ad prompts finds and questions

A brief journal style want ad asks if anyone has lost or found items, inviting readers to share details. The note emphasizes curiosity and community help without listing specific objects or locations.

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