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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1922
Page
4
A miscellany of quotes and notes including Zechariah verses praising Jerusalem, political jabs about candidates in the primary, social remarks on fashion and habits, and commentary on campaigns and legislation. It weaves religious, civic, and everyday observations in a local newspaper column.
A collage of quips and notices from a late 19th or early 20th century source references July 4th anticipation, jokes about home brew and politics, railroads in Canada, and social quirks. It notes gas production, a Bohemian park plan, and a crane of satire on Chicago’s residents and court life.
In a speech at Gering in Midwest Maupin pledges to curb state waste by cutting railroad commission funding and ending new bureaus for at least two years. He condemns airship displays and bloated inspectorates, promising laws enforced by elected officials and dismissing costly reforms.
A will clause from Alexander Tiereira de Mattos bequeaths a borrowed book to a friend to spare him retribution after the testator's death. The tale frets over moral punishment for stealing books and frames the donation as a gesture to ease the way for the friend. The closing question weighs truth against business as a shipping board official faces a dilemma.
T H Pollock offers good pasture with reliable water for a few head of cattle on his farm two miles north east of Murray. Address and contact details provided.
A preacher urges readers to accept God and Jesus Christ as the only path to life beyond the grave. He argues conscience proves a divine creator, cites serenity at death for believers, and appeals to common sense to seek the throne of God. The piece frames doubt as unreasonable and promotes childlike faith.
The fragment notes a successful Bargain Day sale extended to late night and comments on its rising popularity. It humorously references General Dawes and a tongue in cheek remark about swearing, shipboard blame, and a sugar price campaign tied to frost and fruit.
Chi June 22 Rail workers will not insist on a strike over wage cuts if railroad executives grant reasonable working conditions, says John Scott secretary of the Railway Employes Department. He notes difficulty remains but urges leaders from both sides to negotiate a conference to reach a settlement.
An Amefités archaeologist finds a Thebés Béyt document dating to Ptolemy Philadelphus detailing ancient tax methods that reportedly taxed without notice. The piece suggests such methods could inspire painless extraction of funds from Americans and affect future political outcomes.
Call at the Journal office for fine gift stationery available in large and small boxes.
In Cass County Nebraska the County Court will hear claims against the estate of Amelia B. Haldeman on July 11 1922 and August 11 1922 at 10 a m. The period to present claims ends three months after July 11 1922 and debts must be paid within one year from that date. County Judge Allen J. Beeson presides with seal. Jun 8 1922.
Martin G. Stava files suit May 31 1922 in Cass County District Court to quiet title to 33 acres in Government Lot 6 and fractional Lot 27 south half of Lot 3 in Section 33 Township 12 North Range 14 East Submitted for heirs and interested parties including Laura Lighton Grace Zoll Tim McCarty and others. Respondents must answer by July 17 1922. Attorney C A Rawls represents plaintiff. 15-4w.
Sheriff’s sale announced for July 10 1922 at Plattsmouth court house to satisfy a judgment held by The Plattsmouth Loan and Building Association. Property described as south half of Lots 5 and 6 in Block 52 in Plattsmouth to be sold to highest bidder for cash. Defendants include Mifflin S Briggs Rachel C Briggs and L Lar son unknown.
In the County Court of Cass County Nebraska the petition of Roselia H. Grebe administratrix for final settlement and discharge is set for July 1 1922 at 9 a m. The order directs publication in Plattsmouth Journal for one week prior to hearing to notify all interested parties. County Judge signs and seals the notice.
Advertisement notes a 250 pound weight sale item from R. W. Porter in Weeping Water Nebraska with boats and September as timing.
The State of Nebraska Cass County announces an estate matter for John W. Yardley deceased. Claims against the estate must be filed within three months from June 29, 1922 and September 28, 1922 at 10 o clock a m in the County Court of Cass County. Dated May 31 1922. County Judge.
Nebraska Cass County to Emma Wohlfarth and others says John F. Gorder petitions to probate Louisa Gorder will dated June 1 1922. Court sets June 20 1922 10:00 a m for hearing. notice by Plattsmouth Journal three weekly publications. Judge signs June 2 1922.
Frank Lambert you are hereby notified I will sit at the County Court room in Plattermmouth safa county on July 22 1922 and October 24 1922 at ten oclock to receive and examine all claims against said estate with a view to adjustment and allowance The time for presenting claims is three months from July 22 1922 and the time for payment of debts is one year from that date This notice is dated June 17 1922 and bears the seal of the County Court
The County Court of Cass County Nebraska at Plattsmouth appointed a probate proceeding for Anna Hobscheldt deceased. The court will receive and examine all claims against the estate on July 15 1922 and October 17 1922 at ten o clock in the forenoon. The period to present claims is three months from July 15 1922. County Judge Sealy 112-4.
Minnesota senator Kelogg confronts a woman opponent in the campaign to retain his seat. The situation is unprecedented in U.S. political history and presents new challenges with no prior landmarks to guide his path.
A Minnesota woman running for the state senate thanks her husband for support in campaigning. She notes his help with childcare, praising shared duties. The piece quips about a constitutional amendment on dog ownership and affordability.
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