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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1925

Page

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Gourt Finds for W. R. Patrick in Fee Payment Case

The Cass County case shows W. R. Patrick awarded 989.30 after the district court upheld his claim for fees as special prosecutor in multiple November 1923 indictments. Judge Begley overruled the county demurrer and the board’s denial of fees. The rulings cover the Quinton Jones Kaufmann and Grebe cases with state verdicts of guilty and Supreme Court affirms in some counts.

W. R. Patrick County of Cass Patrick W. G. Kieck James T. Begley County Board District Court Grand D. O. Dwyer State of Nebraska C. PD. Quinton State of Nebraska Alvin Jones Julia Kaufmann William Grebe State Supreme Court Jonez Keufmann Grehe Criss

Piles Up Heavy Score In Wet Local Golf Bout

A morning golf match at the local club pits a barber against a government worker. The barber loses 49 to 51 in a damp round, with nine holes played in wet grass and splashy conditions. Both players enjoyed the outing and look forward to another rain day rematch.

Journal Sam Chicago

Married at Court House by the Marrying Judge

Judge A H Duxbury, the famed Marrying Judge, officiated for Erma Berka of Omaha and Laurence Iske of LaPlatte yesterday afternoon. The ceremony was witnessed by Fred Iske Jr and his wife, with the groom's family noting the Iskes are a respected Sarpy county clan. The couple plans to live in Sarpy county after the formal vows.

Fred Iske Sarpy County

Mrs. A L Huffer Undergoes Appendicitis Operation

Mrs. A L Huffer was taken to Immanuel hospital on Sunday for immediate appendicitis surgery. The operation was performed promptly and she is reported doing very nicely and as well as could be expected under the circumstances.

A L. Huffer Immanuel Hospital

Return of Dr H C Leopold From Kirksville College

Dr H C Leopold returned home from a three week stay at the U S College in Kirksville Missouri where he pursued post graduate work. He attended osteopathic classes from eight in the morning until evening and engaged in a program covering the latest methods in treating the sick. The experience will aid his medical practice.

H. C. Leopold U. S. College Kirksville Missouri Leopold

Death of Thomas Hansen Prominent Murray Man

Thomas Hansen, 68, longtime Murray resident and farmer, died at 2 a m after a paralytic stroke struck during the funeral services of neighbor boy Thomas Hoschar. Born in Denmark, he came to Murray twenty years ago and built a home east of town. He is survived by his wife, three daughters Christine Jefferson Waldora Colorado Edith Young LaPorte Colorado and Mrs Harry Vantine near Nehawka and a son Arthur Hansen of Murray. Funeral plans await word from daughters in the west. The family has the sympathy of a large circle of friends.

Thomas Hansen Murray Thomas Hoschar Hansen Denmark Eso Rock Creek

Home Missionary Society Meeting Ends Pleasantly at Huneke Home

Yesterday afternoon the First Methodist Church Home Missionary Society held a social meeting at Mrs. W. F. Huneke’s North Seventh Street home. The event featured games and contests among the groups, a picnic supper, and plans for a follow up entertainment where winners and losers will host each other in a series of friendly gatherings.

the Home Missionary Society First Methodist Church W. F. Huneke North Seventh Street

Warthen seeks correction on funeral bill attribution

B. B. Warthen of this city disputes a state paper account of Mrs. John Warthen's funeral. He says the casket was not donated by Larkin funeral home but purchased by himself for his daughter-in-law's burial.

B. B. Warthen John Warthen Omaha Warthen Larkin Funeral Home

Speeding Youth Arrested and Fined in Local Court

Jon Libershal of the night police force arrested Leslie Sperry for driving a Ford roadster faster than the legal limit. Sperry was arraigned before Judge William Weber, fined one dollar plus costs, and released after paying.

Delly Jon Libershal Leslie Sperry William Weber

Forty Five Years Plattsmouth Resident

George K. Staats, longtime Plattsmouth official weightmaster and checker champion, celebrates his 75th birthday. A Jerseyville Illinois native, Staats moved to Nebraska in 1877 and settled in Plattsmouth in 1880, where he and his wife raised two children Pearl and Clarence. Active in Republican circles, he served at the post office until retirement two years ago.

George K. Staats Staats Mr. Staats Jerseyville Jersey County Illinois Pekin Tazewell County Nebraska Plattsmouth Miss Pearl Clarence V. Staats Total Republican Party

Sheriff raid probes suspected liquor violation at Grenite Street

Sheriff E P Stewart with Police Chief A R Johnson and Constable J C Brittain conducted a raid on Grenite Street residence of Henry Poifsall and family. Four pint bottles of suspected white mule were found hidden in the furnace. Poifsall absent. his son Paul Poifsall was taken to await owner’s arrest for possession of intoxicating liquor.

E. P. Stewart A. R. Johnson John C. Brittain Grenite Street Henry Poftsall Brittain Paul Poisall

Beal Brothers Arrive in Rochester for Mayo Hospital Care

A message from Omaha reports Harry Beal and Clarence Beal arriving in Rochester Minnesota. Clarence, Clerk of the District Court, will undergo examination and treatment at Mayo Hospital. Harry aided his brother during the long rail journey and toward recovery, both resting well after the trip.

M. M. Beal Harry Rochester Minnesota Clarence Beal District Court Mayo Hospital Mr. Beal Harry Beal Omaha

May Return Home From Immanuel Hospital

Clyde H. Graves of this city has been at Immanuel hospital in Omaha for two weeks recovering from rupture surgery. He is showing marked improvement and is able to be up briefly each day as he gradually regains strength. It is hoped he may return home by auto on Sunday if the weather permits.

Immanuel Hospital Omaha Clyde H. Graves

Harold R Stewarts Tonsil Operation

Harold R Stewart was taken to Omaha last evening and admitted to Methodist Hospital for tonsil removal surgery. Doctors hope relief from long standing diseased tonsils and better health outcomes after the operation.

Birthday Celebration for Billie Woolcott on Ninth Birthday

Mrs. William Woolcott hosted a party for her son Billie Woolcott honoring his ninth birthday. Guests included Emily Lorenz, Lois Bestor, Margaret Bergman, Anna Marie Rae, Ruth Rotter, Rose Mary Cloidt, Helen Woulcott, Edmund Walling, Edward Kalina, Francis Libershall, John Router, John Croidt Jr., Robert Rae, and Francis Vocek of Omaha.

William Woolcott Billie Woolcott Ninte Billie Emily Lorenz Lois Bestor Margaret Bergman Anna Marie Rae Ruth Rotter Rose Mary Cloidt Helen Woulcott Edmond Walling Edward Kalina Francis Libershall John Router John Croidt Robert Rae Francis Vocek Omaha

Death of Mrs Eva Andres at 83 in Council Bluffs

Mrs Eva Andres aged eighty three and widow of Philip Andres died last night at 11 o clock at the home of her daughter Mrs W A Wells in Council Bluffs while visiting her family. She lived with her daughter Mrs E A Wurl in Plattsmouth for three years and leaves four daughters Mrs Langlett Staten Island NY Mrs Paul Wurl Pomona CA Mrs E A Wurl Plattsmouth and Mrs W A Wells Council Bluffs. Funeral arrangements pending.

Eva Andres E. A. Wurl W. A. Wells Council Bluffs Andres Philip Andres Omaha R. Langlett Staten Island New York Paul Wurl Pomona California Plattsmouth

Plattsmouth Woman's Club Card Party Planned at Hotel Main

Members prepare a two session card party next Wednesday afternoon and evening at Hotel Main. The event features bridge Mah Jong high five and more with tables set in a redecorated dining room. Refreshments will be served as ladies enjoy a wide range of games and friendly competition.

Plattsmouth

Eagles Dance Pleases Large Coates Block Crowd

Last evening the Eagles hosted a dance at their hall in the Coates block drawing a large dancing public. The cool breeze and electric fans kept the hall comfortable while the Gradeville orchestra played some of the city's best music. Dancers continued until 1 o'clock.

Eagles Coates Block New Gradeville Orchestra

Small blaze at Fred Rice home on Wintersteen hill

Fire department was called this noon to the Fred Rice residence on Wintersteen hill for a roof fire. Neighbors fought the flames before firefighters arrived. Cause traced to a defective flue and damage remained only to a small roof section.

Fred Rice Wintersteen Hill

Congressman Morehead Visits Plattsmouth Before Lake Trip

Congressman John H. Morehead and family stopped in Plattsmouth for a few hours en route to Wisconsin and Minnesota lake country. He seeks a rest from duties in Washington and business at Falls City while visiting Cass County to learn local needs before the next congressional session.

John H. Morehead Morehead Helen Plattsmouth Wisconsin Minnesota Lake Country Congress Falls City Lake Country Richardson Cass County

Fay Extends Bus Lines Out Into County

Ike Gilensky Omaha auto bus magnate plans a Cass county service in the coming months. The line would reach Nehawka and Murray at least twice daily, connecting with the Omaha bus to provide county residents south of Plattsmouth easier travel to the county seat. The new route would greatly aid Nehawka and Murray residents by reducing long rail journeys.

Ike Gilensky Omaha Cass County Plattsmouth Gilensky Nehawka Murray Mr. Gilensky

Return of Mrs Streight From Hospital After Severe Illness

Mrs William J Streight returns home from Clarkson hospital Omaha where she faced a serious appendicitis and major operation. She is very weak but improving and hopes to regain her former health with time and rest.

William J. Streight Clarkson Omaha

Sails for Europe in Summer Tour of Old World

Messages arrived from Miss Josephine Altman announcing plans to sail today from Quebec for Europe. She will spend the summer touring old world countries, visiting Italy in the fall to study voice culture at Florence, with friends wishing her a pleasant voyage and safe return to the United States.

Josephine Altman Quebec Europe Italy Florence Atlantic United States

W C T U Woman Pleads Guilty in Liquor Case

Valparaiso Indiana June 15 8 Mrs Catherine Cassler of Hebron Porter county Womans Christian Temperance Union is ill in jail awaiting removal to Indianapolis for 180 days for illegal sale of intoxicating liquors she pleaded guilty.

Valparaiso, Ind Catherine Cassler Hebron Ind Porter County Woman's Christian Temperance Union Indianapolis

Ed Backemeyer Settles in Sanford Florida Cement Business

Elmwood Leader Echo notes Ed Backemeyer has relocated to Sanford Florida to pursue cement work after years in Nebraska and the Dakotas. He traveled by auto with his wife, enduring bad roads and seventeen miles of especially rough terrain. The paper wishes him success in Florida.

Ed Bauckemeyer Sanford Florida Nebraska Dakota Backemeyer Cood Elmwood Echo

Pleasant Social Bridge and Mah Jongg Teas This Week

Two social events at Mrs. W. G. Kieck’s South 12th street home featured bridge and mah jongg on Wednesday and Thursday. Prize winners included Mrs. F. M. Bester and Mrs. L. W. Egenberger in bridge, and Miss Barbara Gering and Mrs. B. H. Spangler in mah jongg. Thursday's bridge contest honored Mrs. Carl Brown of a entice 9 as top winner with prizes to Mrs. P. T. Heineman and Mrs. Luke L. Wiles.

W. G. Kieck South 12Th Street F. M. Bester L. W. Egenberger Barbara Gering B. H. Spangler Carl Brown P. T. Heineman Luke L. Wiles

Will Locate at Topeka With Family of Mr. and Mrs. Richardson

Cameron Cathey and his wife and children have been visiting Mynard relatives after living in Kansas City. They plan to move to Topeka Kansas where Mr. Cathey bought an interest in the Saunders Drive It Yourself company and expect to make their future home.

Cameron Cathey Kansas City Missouri W. T. Richardson Mrs. Cathey Mynard Topeka Kansas Mr. Cathey Saunders Drive

Springfield family renews Journal subscription in Meadow

Albert Pidline and wife and children Alfred Jessie Edith and Ernest visited Meadow and set to receive mail there from their Springfield home. They advanced their Journal subscription for another year during their stop.

Albert Pidline Alfred Jessie Edith Ernest Sprinefield Meadow

Propst Wilcox and Sindelar Trip to Mitchell SD

A motor trip last week brought Mr R L Propst Mrs C Edward Wilcox and daughter Marilynn of Plattsmouth together with Mrs J F Sindelar and Miss Roberta Propst of Omaha to Mitchell South Dakota. They visited A F Test home where Mrs Test Maude Propst and children Irwin Genevieve and Marjorie stayed. The Tests plan a two week visit with relatives and friends before returning to Dakota.

R. L. Propst C. Edward Wilcox Marilynn Plattsmouth J. F. Sindelar Roberta Propst Omaha Mitchell South Dakota A. F. Test Test Maude Propst Irwin Genevieve Marjorie Dakota

Pay Day Notice for Burlington Workers

The Burlington announces the next pay day will be Friday June 26th with a heavier wage distribution due to shops operating on a six-day week since the last payday. Workers expect a larger payout on the 28th.

Burlington

Also Mentioned on This Page

Court House Murray Man Home Missionary Society Meeting Harold Robert Stewart Methodist Congressman Morehead ED Backemeyer Sanford, Florida A. H. Duxbury W. R. GC Mrs. G. W. Goodman Freay G. W. Goodmen Woman's Relef Corps The A. R Marjorie Pickett Ruth Janda Mise Mildred Eec W. H. Hohmann Newton Goodman Federal Reserve System First National Bank Monal Bank
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