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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1921

Page

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Christian Churches Organize in Cass County Meeting

Delegations from Weeping Water Greenwood Elmwold Louisville Murray and Plattsmouth attended a county wide Christian church meeting at Garfield Park. Rev E M Johnson spoke and a Peruvenant organization was formed with officers including C E Whitaker and C G Marfield. Next year’s session will be in Weeping Water.

Cass County Prostali Garfield Park E. M. Johnson Bethany The Platte Hastings Greenwood Elmwoul Louisville Murray C. E. Whitaker Plattsmouth C. G Hollowell

Will Visit Old Home

Saturday afternoon Mr and Mrs Morgan Wavybright arrived in the city to visit old friends and relatives from their many happy years here. They now reside on the Pacific coast in Los Angeles and plan a brief stay. Mrs Wavybright will also visit her sister Mrs Beverage who has been seriously ill for two weeks.

Morgan Wavybright Wavbright Pacific Coast Los Angeles Old Name City Waysbright Beverage

Pleasant Birthday Surprise for Mrs Meisinger

About 60 friends and relatives surprised Mrs Anton Meisinger on her birthday Sunday. Guests brought baskets of food, played games, and a player piano provided music as the group enjoyed supper and gifts. The gathering included numerous Meisinger relatives and friends, with many showing appreciation for the day.

Anton Meisinger Legion Henry Horn H. J. Meisinger George Horn Edna Ethel Florine Freda Born Ella Hyde Helen Horn Helen Meisinger Frank Helen Florence Frank Abert Herman Hennings Edwin Degendorfer Phillip Earl LeRoy Merrill Marion Gerald Leo Rudolph Meisinger Marvin Burmeister Henry Hyde Fritz Henry Frank Elmer Salsberg

Record of Eagles During World War

The Fraternal Order of Eagles supported the war effort with 42 767 members serving in the U S armed forces. They served without dues and paid $1 000 gratuities to dependents of members killed in service totaling 1 250 000. Eagles contributed to Salvation Army Red Cross Knights of Columbus and other wartime relief organizations aiding soldiers and sailors nationwide.

Order of Eagles Order Eagles United States Heaven Salvation Army Red Crocs Knights of Columbus

Moran Heads Nebraska Eagles State Aerie Leaders

Andrew P. Moran of Nebraska City is praised as worthy president of the state aerie. He presided over the convention and served as a leading figure in Otoe County bar and local politics. Moran is a Republican and has been mentioned for several party roles in the First Congressional District.

Order of Eagles Andrew P. Moran Nebraska City Mr. Moran Otee County First Congressional District Republican Party

Omaha Speeders Face Judge in Busy Police Court

In Judge M Archer's court motorists from Omaha who visited last night received fines and costs for speeding and disturbing the peace. One man named Joe Johnson of Omaha was fined 210 and costs for drunkenness. Police halted a fast Packard at the Platte River bridge after officers chased the vehicle.

M. Archer Omaha Joe Johnson Law Platte River Bridge

Weber Car Crash in Omaha Injures Rider

William V Weber of this city driving in Omaha with Mrs Weber and Miss Jeanette Weber collided with a motorcycle carrying Steve Makovitch and his wife near Twenty Fifth street and Deer Park boulevard. Mrs Makovitch suffered a broken right rib. Weber's car occupants were uninjured. The motorcycle reportedly ran into the Weber vehicle, not the other way around.

William V. Weber

Eagles Organization Celebrated In 1903 Plattsmouth

Plattsmouth welcomed the Fraternal Order of Eagles marking 1903 as the charter year. The local aerie now has about 255 members and a celebrated history with leaders in business and social life, tracing its beginnings to April 19 1903 with sixty six charter members including Rebal Egenberger Svoboda Hadraba Speck Bockmeyer Mason Valery Wynn Donat Smith Coffman Martens.

Plattsmouth Order of Eables Order of Eagles Fair Domain Nebraska Neriem Claus Speck J. W Bockmeyer J. E. Mason F. Valiery W. H. Wynn Edward Donatt B. Smith Perry Coffman Henry K. Martens

Decides in Favor of McCrary Claimants

District Judge Begley sustains damages for the death of Loren McCrary ruling claimants as dependents may recover. Award includes 99.75 for four weeks, 150 for funeral expenses, 25 hospital fees, and 200 attorney fees. Insurer appeal from labor commissioner decision upheld by court.

Begley P. A. McCrary Loren Mec Loren McCrary Insurnce Company John F. Wolff

Return of William Splitt From Western Farm Visit

William Splitt a former Cass county resident now living near Imperial returned to his home after a two week visit in this county with relatives and friends. He has built a successful farm business in the West and is on the road to independence. He was accompanied by Andy Campbell of near Murray who will tour the western land scene.

William Splitt Cass County Imperial Mr. Splitt Independence Andy Campbell Murray

Death of Frank Cole in Oakland California

Telegraph announced the death of Frank Cole brother of County Attorney A G Cole. He had been visiting Plattsmouth last year and had lived in California for some time. County Attorney Cole left Holyoke Colorado to attend the Oakland funeral.

Frank Cole A. G. Cole Oakland California Cole Plattsmouth Holyoke Colorado

Heinrichs Celebrate First Wedding Anniversary at West Main

Mr and Mrs William Heinrich hosted their first wedding anniversary at their West Main Street home. Relatives and friends attended a noon dinner served by the couple. Attendees included George Heinrich Vittor Anderson Ruth Drozda Joseph Hadrada Mrs Bianch Price and daughter Helen Virginia.

William Heinrich West Main Street George Heinrich Vittor Anderson Havelock Ruth Drozda Omaha Joseph Hadrada Bianch Price Helen Virginia

William Barclay Named New Nebraska Fraternal Leader

William M. Barclay, prominent Eagle and longtime supporter of Fraternal Order of Eagles principles, has been elected president of Nebraska Aerie. Born July 3 1870 in Indian County Pennsylvania, he moved east as a boy, relocated to Nebraska in 1880, lived in Friend, then settled in Plattsmouth in 1904 where he became a key figure in local business life.

Nebraska

Barclay Named State Worthy President Of Eagles

After years as a prominent restauranteur and active Eagles member, Mr. Barclay advanced through all chairs, serving as state outer guard inner guard worthy chaplain and state vice president before being elected state worthy president. His leadership helped secure the 1920 state convention for Plattsmouth and reflects deep belief in Eagles teachings.

Mrr. Barclay Eacle Werie Barclay The Eagles State Aerie Lincoln Nebraska City Falls City A. P. Moran Plattsmouth

Rockford College Alumnae Luncheon At Happy Hollow Club

The Rockford College Alumnae Association hosted a luncheon at Happy Hollow Club on Saturday for seven current year students and four who will enter in September. Attending were Grace Bailey Vesta Beavers Lucile Lathrop Thelma Partridge Bessie Rhea Fern Shoup Ethel Streitz and upcoming entrants Margaret Lon Sholes Estelle Lapidus Alice Pollock Elizabeth Plake Plates were laid for twenty seven guests.

Rockford College

High Class Stationery On Hand At Journal Office

An extensive stock of premium stationery is kept at all times on hand at the Journal office for use in dispatching daily operations and when serving patrons.

Journal

Pleasure marks close of first day at Nebraska Eagles convention

The first day of the Nebraska Eagles convention in Plattsmouth featured social events for delegates and visitors from South Omaha and Nebraska City. Speeches by Jerry Carrig, C. H. Winkler, Willam Marclay, and Barrett urged growth, followed by a formal reception at Parmele theatre, musical numbers, and a keynote by Judge A. B. Duncan.

Lewisy Nebraska South Omaha Nebraska City Eagles Hall Jerry Carrig Columbus H. Winkler Falls City Willam Marclay Plattsmouth Barrett Omaha Welock Wagener Parmele Theatre Eagles Orchestra W. R. Holly C. A. Rawls A. P. Moran Sisteworthy Thomas Edna Marshall Eaton Lillian Freeman Bartlett Messrs D. C. York R. W. Knorr H. G. McClusky F. A. Cloidt A. E. Stephenson Glenwood A. B. Duncan The Eagles St. Joseph Missouri John F. Sattler Order of Eagles Order Eagle Hall Barclay Cafe

Two Refrigerators for Sale at the Cream Station

R C Kennedy advertises two excellent refrigerators for sale at the Cream station. Prospective buyers are invited to call and see them.

Ifsw

Arm Injury Heals Nicely For Local Boy LeRoy Stohlman

LeRoy Stohlman, son of Mr and Mrs Andrew Stohlman, visited Louisville for an X-ray and exam on his right arm two weeks after a pitching ball accident. Doctors report the arm is knitting well and the lad is on the road to recovery. He was with his parents and siblings Martha and Martin.

LeRoy Stohlman Andrew Stohlman Louisville Martha Martin

Return from Funeral of Father

Mr and Mrs H M Wilcox and their son Ed and wife returned home from Riverton Nebraska after attending the funeral of Mrs Wilcox s father Anderson Tirvin who died suddenly at eighty five The trip was hampered by car trouble rain and mud on the way there and back with several delays and difficulties reported along the route

H. M. Wilcox Riverton Neb Wilcox Anderson Tirvin Hastings Blue Hill

Enjoy Fine Outing From a Murher's Deadly

The campfire girls of Ralston Nebraska spent a few days last week camping on the farm of Mrs. W A Taylor south of the city as guests of Mrs. Taylor and her son and daughter Mr and Mrs John Stamp. The girls report they were roy ally entertained and hope to be invited to Plattsmouth again. The party included Florence Fleming May Harding Lottie Roberts Stella Pflung Alice Pflung Dorothy Propst. Miss Propst is a granddaughter of Mrs. Taylor and Mr. and Mrs. Propst. Accompanying the group was their guardian Miss Grace Paul Steinburg of Ralston a noted contralto who also oversees the girls.

Murher Ralston Nebraska W. A. Taylor Taylor John Stamp Plattsmouth Florence Fleming May Harding Lettie Roberts Stella Pflung Alice Pflung Dorothy Props

Community broadcasts call for public notices and updates

Community paper invites cooperation to publish live news and notices. Call No. 6 and 3 rings hint at a serial or coding system for notices, signaling ongoing engagement and a prompt to readers to contribute updates.

Edward Egenberger Dies After Long Illness at Home

Edward Egenberger a well known local resident died at 1 50 PM at his home after a year and a half battle with Briehis disease. The community extends sympathy to his wife son mother and siblings as friends note his not unexpected but shocking passing.

Edward E. Egenberger Kmgenberger Legion

Eagles edge 13th Street All-Stars in eleven innings

In a season high attendance game, the Eagles beat the Omaha 13th Street All-Stars 2 to 1 in eleven innings. Walt Connors debuted as pitcher for the season and scattered visiting hits. Omaha finally yielded the winning run in the last half of the final frame.

Eagles 13Th Street All- Stars 13Th Street All-Stars Omaha Walt Connors

Fischer couple sails for Germany from New York

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fischer of this city sailed Saturday from New York on the Potomacc to Europe for about three months. They will visit relatives in Germany including the Rhine valley farming families of Mr. Fischer’s parents who are well to do despite war reverses. This is the couple’s first visit home in five years.

Frank Fischer New York Europe Globe Fischer Germany Rhine River

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Andrew P.moran Eusy M’grary Insurance Co William Barclay William MM. Barclay Happy Hollow Club Eagles State Aerie Parmele R. C. Kennedy Ed Wilcox Sad Edward Egenberger First National Bank C. D's
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