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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1923
Page
1
Mr and Mrs Leo C Hite were taxied to their wedding yesterday and given a delightful drive in a brand new Chevrolet by L Sink. Bauer garage provided service and made for a pleasant outing after the ceremony.
John W. McGinnis of Broken Bow and Waunlla Brice of Grand Island were married today in County Judge Beeson’s office. The couple arrived in the city for Bargain day wedding presents and completed the ceremony without incident.
The Meisingers near Cedar Creek celebrate the birth of a son. Grandfather Adam Meisinger gifts the elder grandson a hat and glove as training begins. The mother, formerly Miss Nellie Knutson of Louisville, is progressing well.
Mrs R F Patterson held a Thursday afternoon social at her North 6th street home in honor of her sisters Mrs George H Faber of Falls City and Mrs Floyd Harding recently returned from Fort Benning Georgia. Guests included Mrs George A Fingar son Camp Meade Maryland and Mrs J H Donnelly and Gretchen Donnelly of Omaha.
The Eagles band will perform on WOAW in July with emphasis on correct grouping to harmonize and register clearly on radio. Dr. A. D. Caldwell of this city, a band member, has helped Fort Worth Star-Telegram tests to improve instrument distinction via microphone. Copies of the program are to be printed next week.
County Attorney Cole received word that a body was seen floating down the Missouri River near the Burlington bridge. Trainmen reported the sighting before it washed away. authorities urged southern city units to search for the body and attempt recovery and identification.
Sheriff and police nabbed Harry Lowe, James H. Rhodes, and Raymond Rhodes near Murray after an intoxicated highway incident. All three, workers on the Petring residence project, were jailed for drunkenness with Lowe fined $100 and costs, the Rhodes brothers $25 each.
The new delicatessen on the Main street front of the Hotel Wagner building proves convenient for busy housewives. It offers hot and cold meats, salads, and various trimmings for home meals. The shop also makes specialty lunches for auto parties and picnics, located on the same floor as the hotel office for easy access from either entrance.
The New Way dance at the roller skating rink featured a member elected as chief cake eater. Charles Richards Jr received the cake baked by C L Herger of New York and shared it generously with friends.
Friday marks the longest day with sunrise at 4 28 a m and sunset 7 35 p m. The region sweltered at noon with temperatures near 100 degrees in the shade. Forecasters promise cooler weather from a west coast disturbances bringing possible relief from the heat.
Friday's Daily notes the Cass County assessors report personal property totaling 5 832 030 dollars and intangible property at 551 105 dollars. It lists 1 760 dogs 465 firearms 3 355 cars valued at 457 465 dollars 1 445 pianos 84 cameras and 13 095 dozens of poultry among other items.
John Hagerman an employee of the Burlington in the shops here and Miss Thelma Boardman of Norfolk Nebraska were married by County Judge Beeson as the day closed. The ceremony was witnessed by Frank Meade and Roberta Campbell. The couple plan to live here.
First National Bank offered an Eastman camera to each new saver opening a $10 account. Weyrich & Hadraba handled the cameras as local Eastman reps. The event benefited the bank the Eastman company and the new depositors.
L. Link selling multiple Dodge cars in the county. Henry Knabe of Nehawka bought a Dodge touring car. Philip Heil near the city purchased one for summer outings. Guy Murray bought a Chevrolet touring car noted as serviceable and efficient.
The Chamber of Commerce begins a vigorous campaign for civic projects with Henry A. Schneider elected president and E. H. Wescott secretary. John P. Sattler is vice president and John V. Hart treasurer, with a broad board and a committee to assign duties for community upbuilding.
A large gathering of city ladies attended a 1 o clock lunch at the Streight home on Oak Street hosted by Mrs. William J. Streight and Mrs. Katherine Minor. Pink and white decor featured Dorothy Perkins roses with musical interludes by Mrs. Mathilde Wallery Dutcher and Edna Marshall Eaton, plus Christine Coughlin on piano.
A delegation from the local Eagles aerie traveled to Omaha to attend the funeral of Louis Moeschler late president of the state Fraternal Order of Eagles. Moeschler died from injuries sustained in a Dorchester auto accident last Sunday. Delegates included John P. Sattler William Kief C B Burbridge A McCrary C E Sedgeway W O Kettleson John Martin and William Schuldice.
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John F. Gorder as receiver sold the firm’s accounts notes and judgments at the Beaver City courthouse west door. Four Beaver City lots and the entire store paper were bought by George C. Dovey from the First National Bank, who will manage the assets now.
Oliver Bothwell died at his Lincoln home after a period of ill health. He resided near Elmwood previously and moved to Lincoln two years ago. He leaves a wife and three children, plus relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held at Elmwood Church of Christ and burial followed in Elmwood cemetery.
Miss Mia Gering and Miss Barbara Gering hosted a five table bridge gathering at their North Sixth Street home for nephew Matthew Herold of New York City on a brief visit. Guests included Waldemar Soennichsen Maldon Brown L L Turpin George O Dovey Henry H Herold Ursula Herold Rhene Burgess Margaret Donelan Ione Dovey Betts Carl Schmidtmann Will Schmidtmann Karl Brown and Fritz Heitzhausen.
The general committee for the Fourth of July picnic, with several assisting committees, arranged the plans to ensure comfort and smooth crowds. C J Theleen chairs refreshments with lemonade ice cream and watermelon for free 12 to 2 pm, while Boy Scouts run a concession. The greeting committee led by Philip Thierolf includes James Henderson B A McElwain A Ghriet Frank J Libershal and W F Evers to help guests mingle. Signs along roads, police and parking oversight, and radio fight reports from Shelby Montana may be shared if feasible. If rain or road issues occur the event shifts to Garfield park or is postponed, but organizers expect sunny weather.
The Journal notes an oversight in printing the Ma sonic lodge installing officers. Frank A. Cloidt, re-elected secretary, and T. H. Pollock, treasurer for the coming year, were omitted. The piece praises these two efficient officers and congratulates the lodge on capable leadership.
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