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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1915

Page

3

Morris Heads Normal Board In Nebraska Meeting

Dan Morris of Kearney was elected president of the Nebraska state normal board with four votes to three for A H Viele of Norfolk. Tom Majors became vice president and Caviness was reelected secretary. The board set a publicity committee to curb unfair statements, approved small electric supply contracts with Westinghouse Omaha, and discussed salary authority for a state prison factory. Governor Morehead appointed Ralph West as Douglas county public defender after Ransom declined. West’s $1,200 salary was noted. Edward G. Maggs was slated for reappointment to the pardon board.

Ransom Ralph West Edward G. Maggs Pardon Board Lincoln State Normal Board Dan Morris Kearney Morris A. H. Viele Norfolk Tom Majors Caviness Penn Westinghouse Ant Morehead Omaha Douglas County Frank T. Ransom West

Local residents travel for weddings and business in Omaha

Mrs. Gertrude Robinson visits Murilock guest. Miss Clara Mockenhaupt attends Hazel Ploeger and Otto Bulin wedding in Omaha. Numerous others travel to Omaha for business, weddings, or to renew subscriptions. Various locals including Rev. A F Ploetz, Dr G H Gilmore, and John McCarthy appear in city notes.

Chris Mockenhaupt Omaha Miss Hazel Ploeger Otto Bulin Nicholas Halmes

Farmlands Hit Hard by Storms at Cambridge Nebraska

Cambridge Nebraska reports ten days of storms causing thousands in damage. Hundreds of corn acres washed out with many fields replanted three times. Hail destroyed crops though grain insured. Republican river carved a new channel, flooding farms with sand. City park submerged after Medicine Creek rose rapidly.

Cambridge Neb

Southwest Nebraska Fair Association Organized

The Southwest Nebraska Fair association was organized at a Maywood meeting. The district covers the area south of the Platte river and west of Kearney and Franklin counties. A fair ground site lies between the Burlington railway and Maywood Lake. The first fair is planned for October.

Maywood, Neb Southwest Nebraska Fair Association Platte River Kearney Franklin Counties Burlington Railway Maywood Lake

Epworth and Christian Church Conventions Reported in North Platte

The Kearney district Epworth leagues and the Tenth district Christian churches gathered in North Platte this week. Epworth league business closes today while the Christian church convention resumes tomorrow.

North Platte Neb Kearney Nebraska Epworth Leagues Tenth District of Christian Churches Epworth League Christian Church Convention

Local residents travel for business and visits

H Simon left this afternoon for Geneva Nebraska to buy a moving picture show. Albert Wheeler traveled to Omaha to secure farm machinery supplies. Jesse McVey came from Murray to visit old friends. C F Harris from near Union visited and handled business for Frank E Vallery in Murray. Mrs W T Adams left for St Paul to visit her son Paul. Ola Kaffenberger and May Glenn left for Elmwood for Epworth League meeting. John Fight and wife headed to Omaha to visit daughter Mrs Sullivan and family.

E. H. Wescott J. P. Perry F. M. Draliner Tracy Elmwood Epworth League Otto Bulin Omaha Bulin Albert Wheeler Jesse McVey Murray C. F. Harris Near Union Frank E. Vallery Ola Kaffenberger May Glenn John Fight Thomas Sullivan

Local Firms Map Summer Closing Hours During July and August

The undersigned business owners agree to close at 6 p m during July and August with exceptions for Saturdays and pay days. Signatories include E G Dovey & Son E A Wurl Zuckweiler & Lutz J W Crabill Warga & Schualdice Co E Wescott's Sons Falter & Thierolf Fetzer Shoe Co W Schmidtmann Simon's Variety Stores H Wamtrout B A McElwain Fanger's Department Store Michael Hird Mrs Emins Pease Busch Tailoring Co Strefrht & Streicht.

E. G. Dovey & Son E. A. Wurl Zuckweiler & Lutz J. W. Crabill Warga & Schualdice E. Wescott’s Sons Falter & Thierolf Fetzer Shoe Co W. Schmidtmann Simon’s Variety Stores H. Wamtrout B.A. McElwain Fanger’s Department Michael Hird Emins Pease Busch Tailoring Co Strefrht & Streicht

Kensington Slugery A Very Pleasant Afternoon

Yesterday afternoon the Kensington ladies club met at Mrs. Val Berkel’s home on Main Street for needlework and social talk. Guests included Mrs. F BR Gobelman, Mrs. Vierence Waddick, and Mrs. August Munim of Missoula Montana who joined a three course luncheon and pleasant entertainment.

Kensington Club Val Berkel Lower Main Street Elob F. BR. Gobelman Vierence Waddick August Munim Missoula Montana

Patterson Suffers From Infected Toe and Ankle

The cashier of the Bank of Cass County, J. M. Patterson, declines in health with an infected left foot and leg. He describes a motor trip incident in Kansas two weeks ago where a crown in the road caused a jump from the car, injuring a toe and skin abrasion that became infected. Patterson and his son Dwight are under medical care, with pain and mobility limited but expected to improve.

JT. M. Patterson Bank of Cass County Kansas Dwight Patter Genine

Mrs Elizabeth Travis Selected As P E O Delegates

At the Nebraska grand chapter meeting in Fullerton Elizabeth Travis of this city was chosen as a delegate to the national P E O society session in Los Angeles October 12 to 15. The delegation travels October 1 from Kansas City via Santa Fe with stops at Albuquerque Grand Canyon of the Colorado and San Diego en route. The party’s train features the finest equipment and hotel arrangements in Los Angeles with organized tours of regional sights.

Nebraska P. E. ©. Society Fullerton Elizabeth Travis Los Angeles Southwest Albuquerque New Mexico Grand Canyon Colorado River San Diego California

Sure Fit Truss for Rupture Coming to Fremont

Fremont Nebraska expert truss fitter B M Heflin will visit Perkins House on June 24 25 and 26 to demonstrate the Sure Fit Truss for rupture. The device uses a manipulating pad to support and strengthen ruptured parts and aims to close the opening over time without leg straps or bands. Hundreds already wear it with satisfaction and Heflin promotes its lifetime durability.

B. M. Heflin Fremont Nebraska Perkins House

Gratt Couple Attends Clara Wohlfarth Frank Downing Wedding

L D Gratt and his wife from Murray traveled to attend the wedding of Miss Clara Wohlfarth and Mr Frank Downing held last evening.

A. F. Ploetz Scotland S. D Louise Gorder L. D. Gratt Murray Clara Wohlfarth Frank Downing

Recital at Gass Home Delights Plattsmouth Audience

Miss Carrie B. Hoyt of Davenport and Mrs. Ralph White of Victoria Texas gave a musical recital at the Gass home to benefit St Luke s church. The evening featured Hoyt s singing and White s piano numbers with accompanist Miss Kittie Cummins. Delighted listeners requested encores and refreshments were served, drawing a large local attendance.

Bell Gass Carrie B. Hoyt Davenport Iowa Ralph White Victoria Texas St. Luke’s Church Gass Miss Hoyt White Kittie Cummins Plattsmouth

Local residents visit Omaha and handle business

Miss Agnes Knofficek and Miss Annie planned a day trip to Omaha with friends. W. H. Tritsch stopped by the office after attending business matters in the city yesterday. Sam Pittman drove from Murray to spend a few hours in town for personal business matters.

Agnes Knofficek Annie Omaha W. H. Tritsch Sam Pittman Murray

Patterson couple visits relatives from Union

Jack Patterson and his wife traveled from Union to the area last evening and spent several hours here visiting relatives and friends.

Jack Patterson Union

Mrs Becker Visiting Daughter on Farm West of City

Mrs. J. H. Becker is spending a few days this week at the home of her daughter Mrs. Charles Peacock on the farm west of the city.

J. H. Becker Charles Peacock

Mrs Leist Heads to Omaha for Brief Visit

Mrs. M. A. Leist was among travelers bound for Omaha this morning where she will spend a few hours looking around and meeting acquaintances.

Patterson family heads to Omaha for short visit

Mrs. R. F. Patterson and her sons Ed ward and Herbert travel this morning to Omaha to visit friends for a few hours.

Falls City man John Crook meets with county commissioners

John Crook of Falls City from Monarch Engineering Co visited for a few hours to discuss county matters with the commissioners.

John Crook Falls City Monarch Engineering C.s

Fulton Family Adds Omaha Visit to Morning Travel

Mr and Mrs C H Fulton and their little son were among the passengers this morning bound for Omaha where they will spend a few hours visiting in the city.

Charles Chriswisser Nehawka Pris Percy Wheeler Omaha John McCarthy Hamburg Jaws Tom McCarthy Allien McCarthy Council Bluffs Hamburs Iowa C.H. Fulton Little Son

Mrs Barthold and grandson depart for Lincoln residence

Mrs H S Barthold and her young grandson left this morning for 107 Lincoln to join his parents Mr and Mrs Carl Halter who are residing there.

H. S. Barthold Lincoln Carl Halter

Sheriff Quinton Heads to Lincoln for Check Men Probe

Sheriff C. D. Quinton traveled to Lincoln this morning to investigation matters related to the gang of bad check men.

C. D. Quinton Lincoln

Elegant Evening at Rosencrans Home Honors Out-of-Town Guests

Misses Lillian Bajeck and Nora Rosencrans hosted a charming gathering at the Rosencrans residence honoring Catherine Wilcox of Omaha Marion Taylor Hilda Eigenbrerdt of Lincoln and Gertrude Draper of Iowa City. The event featured dancing music and refreshments served by Mary Rosencrans and Nora Livingston with guests including Lilian Dwyer Helen Gass Emma Cummins Janette Patterson Edith Dovey and several others.

Lillian Bajeck Nora Rosencrans Rosencrans Catherine Wilcox Omaha Marion Taylor Hilda Meta Eigenbredt Lincoln Gertrude Draper Iowa City Iowa Mary Rosencrans Nora Livingston Lilian Dwyer Helen Gass Emma Cummins Janette Patterson Edith Dovey Misses Eigenbrodt Wilcox Taylor and Draper Messrs Don Arres Byron Arres Sam Windham Charles Dovey Ben Windham C. F. Schmidtmann Robert Walling Marion Dickson Pollock Parmele Norman Dickson Waldemar Soennichsen Matthew Herold

Mayor Gorder Visits Weeping Water for Niece's Wedding

Mayor F H Gorder of Weeping Water spent yesterday afternoon in town for official business at the courthouse and attended the wedding of his niece Miss Clara Wohlfarth.

F. H. Gorder Clara Wohlfarth

Mrs H Simons and family head to Omaha then Geneva

Mrs H Simons and her children left this morning for Omaha for a brief stop before meeting Mr Simons in Geneva Nebraska where he plans to operate a moving picture show in that city.

Superintendent W. J. Brooks May Go to Hastings

The Hastings school controversy reignites after C. W. Barr resigns to pursue expansion plans. W. G. Brooks of this city is named as the leading potential successor though not an active candidate, with Hastings offering greater pay and advancement.

W. J. Brooks Hastings C. W. Barr W. G. Brooks Brooks Barr

Paper and office supply line at Jour nal office

Readable text urges readers to call Jour nal office for paper and office supply lines. The note implies the office handles most paper and related stationery items.

Journal offers finest line of fancy box stationery

The Journal office invites customers to explore an excellent variety of fancy box stationery, ensuring choices that meet high standards of quality and style.

Journal Office

Paper cups for nuts and ices at The Journal Office

The Journal office offers paper cups in various sizes suitable for nut and candy favors at luncheons and larger cups for ice. Visit to choose from a range of sizes for serving needs.

Journal

Sell Your Property by an Ad in The Journal

A historical notice invites readers to place property for sale via classified advertisement in The Journal. It outlines that owners can reach local buyers through an affordable in-paper listing and encourages submitting details for prompt publication.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Wiele Merrcl Majors State Board of Control State Penitentiary Hammond & Stevens Printing Board Maggs Edward G Mazer Ana Fis Magsi Gertrude Robinson of Murilock Claus Boote Mathilde Vallery Joseph Murphy Manley Court House A. Shanks District Court George A. Meisinger Omsha St. Joseph's Hospital G. H. Tams Clara Mockenhaupt Hazel Ploeger Anna Glasgow Dolly John Hart Frank Gobelman H. H. Ragos Louisville G. H. Gilmore Walker Board of Insanity County David Charles Messe Ithaca Garnet E. Lee Greenwood Rev. Ploter Fannie King Jacksonville Kneis A. W. Atwood S. H. Atwood Robert McCreary Weeping Water Board of County Commissioners A. G. Hollowell The Christian Church of Meadow Grove Hannibal Missouri H. Simon Geneva Stgres Base Havelock Havelock Machine Shops Kensington Patterson Elizebeth Travis Rongred P.E.O. Gorvertion United States Sam G. Smith Reste Rt el RED Sox
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