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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1922

Page

6

Crowded Eagles hall sees boxing workouts and debates on ballots

A large audience watched boxing workouts led by Portland heavyweight Big Jack McCarthy and other wrestlers like Frank Schmarder and Frank Blotzer at the Eagles hall. The article also discusses concerns about duplicate candidate names on the primary ballot and the potential impact on voters and supporters.

Eagles Hall Big Jack McCarthy Portland Smetana Orpheum Gymnasium Metropolis Orpheum Frank Schmarder Moormeier Cortland Nebraska Frank Blotzer Ermin Galloway The Legion

Anness Withdraws Name for Vacancy in First District

Wilber W. Anness of Dunbar, candidate for the Reavis vacancy in Nebraska's First congressional district, withdrew his name Friday for the short term, joining earlier withdrawals by Walter L. Anderson of Lincoln. Anness said he filed only because other regular-term candidates did so and he does not believe the vacancy should be filled by a short-term contest.

Wilber W. Anness Dunbar Reavis Walter L. Anderson Lincoln Anness Mr. Anderson Lester

Nebraska City Inventor Demonstrates Visible Radiophone

Merrit Mendenhall, a Nebraska City youth, says he has perfected a visible radiophone that transmits sound and allows the operator to see the other end of the line when tuned. He quips it would be awkward to sing while bathing.

Nebraska City Merrit Mendenhall Mendenhall Nebraska City Press

Wescott's Sons Store Gets Major Lighting Upgrade

The interior of C. E. Wescott's Sons store has been largely brightened by installing a series of large lamps in latest design. The new lighting increases illumination and makes nigh shopping more pleasant in the attractive store.

C. E. Wescott’s Sons

For Sale Minneapolis Separator with Garden City Feeder

For sale a 36 by 54 separator with Garden City feeder and wind stacker. Machine appears to be in near new condition. Asking price 750 dollars. Contact Chas Dietrich Louisville Nebraska. 115-tfiw

Minneapolis Garden City Chas. Dietrich Louisville Neb

Gas Engine for Sale Excellent Condition by John Opp

For sale is a Good Gas Engine International engine in excellent condition with 1 percent horsepower. Interested buyers should contact John Opp for details and to arrange inspection or purchase.

International John Opp

Public complaint on auto lights out of adjustment

Drivers complain that new car headlights installed under the last legislature fail to meet the law. Lenses were required but many lights misadjusted, shining into oncoming drivers and blinding them, defeating the law’s aim to reduce accidents and glare. Authorities urged review to enforce proper alignment.

Birthday surprise for Harry Lohnes at his parents home

Last Wednesday evening a large group surprised 19 year old Harry Lohnes at the J. J. Lohnes residence. The event, arranged by Elsie Lohnes and Mrs. Robert Troop, featured lawn games music by Raymond Lohnes and refreshments. Attendees included Esther Lohnes Leda Ragoss Ella Lohnes Fay Gregory Velma Creamer May Belle Troop and many others listed.

J. J. Lohnes Harry Elsie Lohnes Robert Troop Raymond Lohnes Cedar Creek Esther Lohnes Leda Lorena Ragoss Ella Lohnes Fay Gregory Velma Creamer May Belle Julia Troop Helen Minnie Pearl Hild Effie Dorothea Smith Muriel Elden Ragoss Fred Terryberry Lloyd Clovis Gregory Louie Lohnes Herbert Rhodonze Bernard Meisinger Carl Albert Krueger Edgar Meisinger Earl Troop Carl Lang Harley Meisinger Earl Murdoch Alfred Richard Beverage Gold Rice

Home Coming of Miss Agnes Stander from Washington

Miss Agnes Stander returned Monday from Washington D C where she taught and will spend vacation with her parents Mr and Mrs August Stander near Manley. She was met in Omaha by her father aunt Mrs Catherine Erhart brother John Stander and sister in law Mrs Frank Stander and Rose Mary. Her friends praise her teaching success and look forward to her home visit.

Agnes Stander Washington, D. C August Stander Manley Omaha Catherine Erhart John Stander Frank Stander Rosemary Miss Stander Louisville Courier

Plan to use flood waters of the Platte River irrigation plan

Senators Norris and Andrews introduced joint resolutions to authorize a $5,000 interior survey of 500,000 acres in Phelps, Kearney and Adams counties to assess flooding Platte waters for irrigation. The plan hinges on soil fertility restoration by high river waters, with possible county-wide ditch extensions.

Washington Norris Andrews Nebraska Secretary of the Interior Phelps, Kearney Adams Platte River Interior Department Central Nebraska Supplemental Water Association Messrs George E. Johnson Lincoln MacConaughy Holdrege Griggs Hastings Kingsley Minden Congress Senator Norris Mondell Kinkaid Nebraska Department of Public Works Johnson Platte Nature Wallace Middle-West Omaha

Bright new lighting uplifts Thierolf clothing store

Real Daylight Store reports the installation of new lighting fixtures in Philip Thierolf's clothing shop. Jess Warza installed the lights, making the store one of the brightest and most up to date in the city with a handsome interior and city clothing shop atmosphere.

Philip Thierolf Jess Warza Thierolf

Bebe Daniels Pays Fine For Speed Violation

Los Angeles June 23 Bebe Daniels motion picture actress fined 15 dollars by Justice S H Lowe after arrest in Glendale for speeding. Daniels did not appear in court nor did her chauffeur who was driving the car. A representative of the Automobile Club of Southern California appeared for her and paid the fine.

Los Angeles Bebe Daniels Glendale S. H. Lowe Miss Daniels Automobile Club of Southern California

Visitors at Kahler Home in Murray and Louisville

Charles Boedeker and family from Murray visited his sister Mrs. Philip Kahler in Murray and Louisville. Also present were Boedeker’s daughter Mrs. Howard Hutchman and her husband a Kansas City minister. They admired the Kahler home under construction and praised Mrs. Kahler for designing most of it.

Charles Boedeker Glen Boedeker Flora Jane Murray Colorado Springs

Will Organize Team For Woodmen Camp Initiation

The local Modern Woodmen camp plans to form a snappy drill team to perform during the initiation next Wednesday evening. A class of about twelve members will be admitted at that time to strengthen the camp activities.

Why Suffer from Rheumatism Nine in ten cases relief

A legacy ad notes nine of ten rheumatism cases are muscular or chronic rheumatism needing no internal treatment. It claims Chamberlain's Liniment can relieve pain and help sleep and rest, credited to Weyrich and Hadraba.

Chamberlain Weyrich& Hadraba

Journal Office Highlights Copyrights And Latest Fiction

The Journal office presents a roundup of popular copyrights and the newest fiction titles. Readers gain quick looks at notable releases, authors, and trends in contemporary works.

Journal

Airdome Offers Free Legion Show Seats With Ticket Stubs

The Airdome theater runs a promotion every adult ticket sold on Saturday Sunday or Monday night ends with every hundredth ticket free a seat order for the American Legion athletic show Tuesday night the regular $2 seat may be chosen once the order is secured. The stunt promotes a boxing film Monday night and ties to the Legion event.

Airdome Theatre American Legion Airdome Larely Legion

Blame Over Massacre District Divides Union and Officials

Herrin Illinois June 23 The miners union official says mine operators using strikebreakers started the massacre and that delaying tactics and unlawful gatekeeping by the operators provoked the violence State official Sam Hunter notes authorities refused troops initially and a 600 strong miners indignation meeting preceded a failed truce He cites gunmen guarding the mine and disputes over coal loading for industrial use amidst financial pressure from owner Lester

Herrin Samuel Hunter State Adjutant General's Office Hunter Thaxton Willis

Attending Summer School by Mrs. Christine Coughlin

Mrs. Christine Coughlin, a noted local pianist, is spending a few weeks in Chicago attending the American Conservatory of Music for post graduate work in piano and other music disciplines. Her public appearances have been widely enjoyed and the summer study is expected to please city music lovers.

Christine Coughlin Chicago American Conservatory of Music

Rain Bypasses Town, Clears Path for Street Work

Cloudy early hour forecast rain but the storm detoured around this county corner. Murray reported heavy rain, while southward saw general showers. A heavy downpour here could delay street work, but the storm passed, yielding a clear day to advance the project.

Altho Murray

Stray mule found at farm home June 2

A stray mule was found at a farm home on June 2. The owner may identify the animal by calling T. G. Kifmm.

T. G. Kifmm

Primary Statute Defense Drives Petition Drive in Nebraska

Nebraska non party ballot and direct primary league in Lincoln gathers petitions to amend the state constitution to perpetuate the direct primary and abolish party circles on ballots. Women groups and labor support mobilize voters. signatures aim for thousands with letters urging signups.

Nebraska Lincoln League League of Women Voters Nebraska Federation of Women’s Clubs George Stevenson Broken Bow C. J. Israel Maxwell W. H. Ault Bartley Red Willow County A. F R. Christiansen Roscoe Keith County L. P. Rose Arnold Custer County J. A. Lochray Omaha Mid-West Labor News

Hendricks urged to enter St. Joseph track meet

Verne Hendricks of Murray received a letter from the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce inviting him to enter the field and track meet to be held in St. Joseph Missouri on the Fourth of July.

Verne Hendricks Murray Chamber of Commerce of St. Joseph Missouri

Fresh cow for sale in 126-2d 2w area

Local classified notice offers a fresh cow for sale with contact phone 3411. Listing indicates location area 126-2d 2w and provides a single contact method.

Weeping Water Boy Earns Ph.G. Title

Albert J. Behrns passed the state university and state board of pharmacy exams to become a Ph.G. He notes fifty five applicants faced the board and twenty one failed. He is the third in Ora EF. Copes drug store to gain practical experience, following Ellis E. Lewton now a Craig Nebraska businessman and Nicholas J. Trook, currently excelling in pharmacy work.

Albert J. Behrns The State University State Board of Pharmacy State Board Ora EF. Copes Ellis E. Lewton Craig Nebraska Nicholas J. Trook

Wilber Anness Named Natural Successor for Congress

The piece argues Wilber Anness is the natural and logical successor to Hon. C. F. Reavis. It cites his 1914 showing when Reavis was first nominated as evidence of Anness’s suitability and implies broad district support for his candidacy.

C. F. Reavis Wilber Anness Frank Reavis Mr. Reavis Anness

Wilber W. Anness Endorsed As Genuine Public Leader

The Elmwood Leader-Echo praises Wilber W. Anness as a genuine man and capable public speaker. It lauds his unselfish nature, honor, and congressional potential, urging readers to vote for him as the man who deserves to win.

Wilber Anness Congress Wilber W. Anness Will ElIlmwood Echo

Belrns Overlooks Copes Store At Fremont Convention

In Syracuse, Belrns tends the drug store for Mr. Copes who is away attending a convention at Fremont. The note appears in the Weeping Water Republican.

Syracuse Belrns Mr. Copes Fremont Weeping Water Republican

Sewing workshop at Mrs Hirz home on June 30

The notice invites every interested woman in Plattsmouth to a Friday 1:30 pm meeting at Mrs. Philip Hirz’s west of town. Miss Ida Wilkins demonstrates sewing machine attachments and presents Short Cuts in Sewing, attendees to bring their own attachments. Local Leader Mrs. C. L. Wiles signs the notice.

Philip Hirz Ida Wilkins Plattsmouth Preeinect

For Sale Duroc Jersey Sows Breeding Stock

For sale Duroee Jersey sows bred for early fall farrow. O. D. Sherman on Mark White farm ten miles south of Plattsmouth. 126-4tw.

Duroee Jersey Farrow O. D. Sherman Mark White Farm Plattsmouth

Alfalfa Mill Seeks 500 Tons of Green Cured Alfalfa

Farmers and dairymen urged to supply 500 tons of green cured alfalfa for a new $50 000 mill. The ad promises fair grading by color and government guidance, and offers to obtain the bulletin for interested growers in Cass County.

Cass County U. 5 Dept. of Agriculture Washington, D. C

Also Mentioned on This Page

Carl Panamas C. E. Wescott McCarthy Fusion Geo. O. Dovey Adams Counties REAL Kahler Southern Illinois Coal Company Weeping Water Boy Albert W. Jefferis U.S Senate Jefferis C. L. Wiles
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