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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1919
Page
4
A collage of brief remarks from 1919 era figures and observers. Topics include wartime costs and inflation, reflections on Congress and daylight saving, cautions about profiteering, and opinions on peace terms, German actions, and American policy.
Five hundred prominent Tampa women organize a protective league to operate a bureau that stamps out vice and offers guidance to young girls about the behavior of the man they choose.
The State department faces claims against Germany totaling about 8.006 billion amid calls not to demand indemnity from Germany and to avoid burden on taxpayers. A Massachusetts soldier’s will mailed from France before death was challenged by strict technicalities.
The piece argues that after the war Europe will need sane production and payment systems to rebuild. It notes widespread demand for rails, machinery, houses, textiles, and food, while the United States faces strong wages and continued needs at home. It urges rational credit and orderly industry as Europe returns to living.
The J. T. Stewart Motor company of Omaha will soon have an airplane on its sales floor and will manufacture machines for sale. The Omaha Flying company has ordered two planes for passenger traffic and exhibition use. The move aims to cut interest losses from money in transit, with large sums annually moved between New York Chicago and Liverpool. J B Caldwell, a former U S flyer, will instruct at the plant.
The editorial argues Berlin should accept the treaty after being allowed to read it. Allies want German talents redirected home soon and press for concluding the formalities without further delay following the Berlin demonstrations.
A planned landing of the R 100 dirigible in America shifts to a Berlin overflight amid fog. The event, seen as influential, coincides with a government overhaul in Denmark and signals forthcoming German treaty terms likely to be upheld.
The piece contrasts Republicans and Democrats on constitutional principles while criticizing the Socialist Party for threatening the current government system. It asserts both major parties aim to preserve the republic, and warns that America's existence is at stake in the political struggle.
A promotional note touts the All American one ton and Traffic two ton trucks by Fred E. Johnson of Johnson Bros. Nebr City as the world’s lowest priced standard units. It cites the Continental Red Seal motor in Traffic and Herschel-Spillman in All American, with Ross and Torbensen rear axle and a two year parts warranty. Catalogs of specifications are available in the business display.
John McCormack recounts an after dinner anecdote about two Irishmen hearing an airplane. One fears being up in the machine while the other agrees it would be worse without it. The tale appears in Outlook.
A church supper for children sparks amused adults as they monitor portions. The thrift campaign stresses efficient use of time and money and urges a full year of sharp focus without waste.
In Cass County Nebraska County Court, Hilwa Coffman petitions to prove and admit as the last will of John Edwin Barwick the instrument filed June 74 1819. The court orders notice and a hearing set for July 19 1919 at 2 PM, with publication in the Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks prior. Executrix W A Robertson named to administer. Allen J Beerson Clerk.
In Cass County Nebraska the estate of Jehael Timmas deceased is set for probate. Rosina Timmas petitions to admit the June 20 1912 instrument as last will and testament and to appoint Rosina Timmas executrix. A hearing is scheduled July 19 1915 at 10 o'clock to show cause why the petition should not be granted.
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