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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1932
Page
8
Morland Kansas June 17 an airplane carrying pilot D H Bartholomew and a woman passenger lost its motor near here. Bartholomew of Minot North Dakota recovered from a tail spin and glanded the craft in a cornfield. He believes a cracked propeller hub caused the engine loss.
N C Abcott of the state historical society learned that a relic from the 1862 steam wagon journey to Denver is in the Wilson family of Elmwood. A roughly yard long axle fragment weighing about 40 pounds was saved by Thomas Wilson for use in well digging and later identified by Robert Kriegel as part of the wagon.
The Fairview Workers club gathered at Mrs. Fred Kaffenberger home with many members present. They discussed Home Conservation of Fruits and Vegetables led by Mrs. Speck and Mrs. Buechler. The group voted to shift to social activities and set meetings for the second Thursday each month. The first fall meeting is September 8 at Mrs. Ray Mayfield’s home. The annual picnic is July 31 at Garfield Park, Plattsmouth, with members and families attending. Attendees brought covered dishes for luncheon.
Mrs Thomas Walling receives notice of first prize in the Sunkist flour contest for her doughnut recipe submission. The prize is a Mastermixer, added to kitchen equipment. This city’s second prize winner follows Mrs M D Brown who won a Mastermixer earlier.
The Social Workers of the Methodist church met on Tuesday afternoon for a pleasant business and social session. Mrs. R. H. Anderson presided. Hostesses were Mrs. C. C. Conner and Mrs. Martin Peterson. Local youths performed many numbers including Jean and Billy Knorr, Ruth Westover, Janet Westover, and Donald Conner. Refreshments followed for a large crowd.
The Presbyterian manse witnessed a double wedding on Tuesday as Rev. H. G. McClusky united Miss Marie Sheehan and Harold J. Denham and Miss Beatrice H. Dillard and Glen A. Wright of Omaha. After driving to Papillion for a license, they proceeded to Plattsmouth for marriage.
The Mullen meat market on South Sixth street is being renovated and repainted by Charles McCauley. The store will feature a dull ivory color scheme and clean, attractive fixtures to enhance its trading appeal.
Thieves struck Otto Sprieck’s farm west of the city last night and took a large number of chickens. The loss was not detected until after the robbers had fled, giving them time to escape.
In District 56 Murray a school election on June 13 re-elected treasurer Glen Boedeker. The treasurer reported $6236 tuition from outside districts, 16 high school and 54 grades, with about $6453 on hand including state apportionment and county credit, and $320 delinquent taxes. Voters approved a 32500 levy and use of surplus to fund remaining expenses, aiming to cut taxes despite value declines.
The Rotary Club heard Louis Knoflicek and sister Beatrice with six year old Billy Reddie perform violin numbers during a fine program. Rev. C O Troy of First Methodist delivered an inspirational Father’s Day address. Judge A H Duxbury chaired the meeting.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Harper of Bound Brook New Jersey visited the city during a trip to Yellowstone Park. They traveled via highway 34 and Plattsmouth bridge, stopping briefly to tour the Journal plant and meet the staff.
The brick walk in front of L. B. Egenberger’s buildings on lower Main Street is being replaced with a modern concrete sidewalk. Roy Taylor oversaw the project as crews removed the old worn path and laid the new surface to improve the area for pedestrians.
Heavy rain from Saturday night into Sunday afternoon forced cancellations of planned games in Murray. The Murray Red Sox were to face an Omaha team and the local Merchants were to play Union, but wet grounds made any play impossible.
The senior Four Mile Creek base ball team defeated the Junior Four Mile squad 16 to ? in a muddy Wehrbein pasture game. Floyd Becker pitched early, Art Spreich finished, and Harry White handled catching for the seniors.
Juniors relied on Beans Meisinger for the complete game while Bud Speck handled catching duties. The two formed the battery as the contest unfolded with Meisinger delivering steady pitching and Speck guiding the defense behind him.
Classified ad notice highlights affordable rates for job listings and merchandise placements. Emphasizes quick responses and measurable results for readers seeking to reach local buyers and applicants.
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