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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1918
Page
2
A local plea asks residents to honor and support 61 young men leaving for Camps Funston and Thites. The piece urges city pride, prayer, and practical aid to ensure a fitting sendoff and to sustain liberty and justice as the men depart to serve.
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain’s Tablets as a quick remedy for belching after meals. It urges readers to chew slowly, trust the food, and take the tablets after supper to prevent further treatment.
A call to action urges readers to purchase Liberty Bonds now to support the war effort. Emphasizes immediate contribution and collective duty.
Four men recently discharged from service did not register until prompted. They believed discharge meant exemption, but records show they were in service at the first June 5 1917 registration. They have now registered as required to be classified for future calls.
Star lodge Degree for Honor A O U W hosts Omaha Lodge 28 visitors for a regular meeting. A class on lodge mysteries impressed locals and Henry R. Gering gave a strong address. Anna Hassler seeks grand recorder with unanimous lodge support. Mrs Johnson and Mrs Swoboda elected as delegates. Ice cream and cake followed the session.
Martin Nicholas and wife with their two children arrived from Illinois for a visit at the Breuner home in Decatur DL. Mrs Breuner is Mrs Nicholas sister. They will spend time with Mrs Nicholas uncle Dr BRB Ebersole before returning east. Mr Nicholas works on the Pennsylvania Railroad out of his town.
The Veaster G Clark team and the Red Sox prep for a Sunday game. Clark’s squad boasts a strong record beating Omaha Brandies and Shenandoah Iowa recently. Both teams show fast play and seek a hot contest with Plattsmouth and the Red Sox favored to win.
The records show the marriage of Miss Pauline Policek of this city and Andrew Stender of near Louisville day before yesterday by the Rev Tes Vicek of the Holy Rosary church in the west part of the city. Also of Warn A Dowell and Miss Nettie Vallery, both of this city yesterday. These are well known young people of this city and county, who we extend our best wishes to, and their friends in this city and county who are numerous.
The article notes Marjory Wilson, a relative of Oscar Wilson, returning to her home after visiting in the city. William Hall and Mrs. Oscar Wilson, with two of William Wilson’s children, transport the niece to Red Oak and visit Griswold, praising crop conditions and farm activity including winter wheat harvests and expansive wheat acreage.
Harry King, longtime resident, left the city this morning to Omaha then to Ft. Logan to enter the United States Army as part of the Engineering Corps. He traveled with Jesse Cook, who also enlisted and planned to depart for the Great Lakes today.
Chief of Police W M Barclay filed with the county clerk to have his name placed on the ballot for the democratic primary for county sheriff. He is a well known local figure, former county constable, and was recently elected chaplain of the state lodge of the Eagles at Fremont.
Charles Lahoda left for Camp Funeton on April 20 with twenty four from the county for training. He soon earned a special duty selection and his sister, Caroline Lahoda, received word that he has arrived overseas safely, a rapid voyage by any standard.
The article explains constipation as a moisture deficiency in undigested residue and recommends drinking water, eating raw fruit, and outdoor exercise. It advises mild laxatives and cautions that harsh cathartics dehydrate. Chamberlain's Tablets are suggested as easy and pleasant to use.
In Cass County Nebraska the county court calls all creditors to appear at the county court room in Plattsmouth on July 29 1918 and October 29 1918 to present and verify claims against the estate. Claims must be filed within three months from July 29 1918 and debts paid within one year from July 29 1918. Allen J. Ribeson County Judge seals the court.
A Philadelphia notice offers to buy old false teeth for up to 15 dollars per set and pays cash for old gold, silver, and broken jewelry. Checks sent by return mail and goods held 10 days for sender's approval of the offer. Dept. A, 2007 S. 5th St. Philadelphia, Pa. 5-11-St.
From Thursday's Daily a general complaint notes extreme roughness of the roads between here and Omaha. Travelers say the Burlington tracks and Platte River bridges are so soft they risk wrecking a car. The farming community bears the burden, but roads should be kept usable by those who use them.
A Plattsmouth garage asks whether you need only a few hogs or a full truckload delivered in South Omaha and promises to handle the rest.
Fran Thureada announces a new thrashing outfit will be loaded at the Marlington freight station for George Stander. The Farmers Friend thresher with windstacker includes a coal powered steam engine to provide power and speed grain processing this summer.
Percy Warthen, recently discharged from the U S Army, has been seeking work with the street railway in Omaha but finds the hours and demands too strenuous for his health. He has returned to Plattsmouth for a short rest and plans to resume seeking employment once his strength improves.
Friday's Privately reported visit by Dr. Cresscup of Nebraska City shows him engaging with residents here. The candidate is described as personable, capable, and delivering a straightforward campaign with a strong impression of fitness for public office.
A brief notice advises applying Chamberlin's Liniment twice daily and massaging back muscles for relief. It mentions delivery of hogs in South Onoeha during the current period and a promise to call at the farm to collect them safely.
An appeal urges readers to subscribe to the Journal Ads It Pays program to support the newspaper. Readers are invited to enroll and receive regular issues and related benefits.
On the records at the county treasurer and county clerk offices appears the filing of Frank J Letbershei for the county clerk position. He has served two full terms and a portion of a third, with Democratic support noted and a history of increased office workload in the last term.
Yesterday Harry Bailey, while inflating a tire to 110 pounds, suffered a dramatic blast that blew his cap off and sent it across the building. The explosion also injured Mr Batley, whose eyes were pained afterward, requiring medical treatment. For heavy truck hauling, Plattsmouth Garage offers services.
The article urges keeping Chamberlain’s Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy at home for stomach pain colic and diarrhoea to avoid danger when a physician is unavailable. It claims the medicine is the best choice and may save life.
The State of Nebraska Cass County In County Court notices creditors to present claims against the estate of Josephine Agnes Ruffner deceased. The court will convene July and October 1918 at 10 o clock a m to hear claims. The claim period ends three months from July 1 1918 and debt payment period is one year from that date. Allen J Person County Judge seals notice.
Legal notice to Mauline Oldharm and others that on May 1915 a petition was filed in Cass County District Court seeking an order to convey Lots 1 2 and 3 4 in Block 164 City of Southmouth after payment of balance. A hearing was scheduled for July 10 1918 before the District Judge. John H Hallstrom plaintiff A Rawls attorney. Journal Want Ads Pay.
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