Local County Council of Defense Moves to Register Men 16 Up
Louisville meeting of the county council of defense sponsors mandatory male registration for ages 16 and over with numbered cards as credentials. Registration runs June 25 from 8 to 10 pm at county polling places, with city sites to be announced. Sugar limits set at 2 pounds per person monthly for ordinary use and 25 pounds for canning on head of household sign‑off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
County Council of Defense
W. B. Banning
Food Commission
Little Boy Breaks Arm After Tree Fall
Robert Schroeder of Cedar Creek aged in the days after a fall from a tree in the yard. The injury, initially thought not fractured, has been treated and is progressing satisfactorily under care of his parents Henry J Schoeder and wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Schroeder
Cedar Creek
Henry J. Schoeder
Letters From France Describe Eddie Ripple’s May Mail
Edward Ripple reports receiving two letters from his son Eddie in France. One letter dated May eighteenth and another dated May twenty. The notes convey family connection and wartime distance between father and son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Ripple
Eddie
Reclassification urged after year of misaligned wartime jobs
Officials note many workers were placed in deferred classes and later shifted to other occupations. A year later many lack production work or employment, prompting calls for reclassification to clarify registration lists and class availability. The goal is to align occupations with actual work and ensure proper eligibility.
Just Two Months Apart From Wednesday's Party
Two Miller brothers join the service within a short span. John Miller left for Camp Finster and is in France after a swift Cantonment passage. Frank Miller, also trained in the army for six months, begins service promptly with solid training and equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Miller
Camp Finster
France
Frank Miller
Frank
Army
John
Underwent an Operation in Omaha
John Meisinger Jr and his family traveled to Omaha where Miss Mildred Meisinger underwent tonsil and adenoid removal. The procedure caused profuse bleeding. The family stayed through today and returned by noon train. Mildred will remain with her grandparents Jacob Meisinger and wife for convenient medical attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Meisinger Jr
Mr. Harvey
Mr. Meisinger
Omaha
Mildred
Jacob Meisinger
Justice Court Case Continues Over Repair Bill
The case of George McDaniel vs Frank Foreman in justice court was continued to Monday July 1 at 10 o clock. J E Douglas represented the plaintiff and D O Dwyer the defense. The dispute centers on a repair bill slightly over eleven dollars.
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Justice Court
George McDaniel
Frank Foreman
J. E. Douglas
D. O. Dwyer
Plattsmouth School Meeting Postponed One Week
The National War Savings Committee meeting for Friday evening the 28th is postponed one week for School District Number 1 Plattsmouth. Meetings will be held in every school room on July 5 at 8 o clock. City Chairman C. C. Parmale notes.
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National War Savings Committee
Plattsmouth
C. C. Parmele
Board of Education
Burdock Blood Bitters Promises Skin Purity Boost
An advertisement touts Burdock Blood Bitters as purifying the blood improving skin clarity and aiding digestion. It claims the product is splendid for a rosy complexion and notes availability at all druggists for $1.25.
County Exits Military Recruit Dance for Camp Funston
A large crowd gathered at the court house and Turner hall as 65 local youths departed for Camp Funston. The roll call listed many recruits from Plattsmouth and surrounding towns with speeches by C. C. Wescott and others. A farewell dance and supper followed at the Commercial club event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Hardroba
Plattsmouth
Leon F. Clark
Alvo
John E. Turner
Elmwood
M. E. McDonald
Murdock
Wm. Diebicka
Casper
Wye
Noel B. Seney
George G. Trumble
Eagle
H. N. Mogensen
Weeping Water
Wm. S. Rees
Emil Stevenson
Omaha
Robert Fields
Maiden
Allen Compton
F. L. McConnell
Nehawka
Ernest E. Meyers
Louisville
Charles R. Baker
O. D. Clements
J. Remiszewskie
A. M. Kimblem
Lysle M. Mullis
Platsmouth
John A. Skinner
Morton W. Welsh
Gretna
Earl I. Berger
Murray
W. J. Kalasek
Plattsmo
Weeping Water Citizens Support Troops In Patriotism Rally
Citizens of Weeping Water banded together to honor departing troops. A procession and music by local youths accompanied autos as the community left their work to boost morale and express support for the soldiers and their sacrifice.
Watters Gas Saver claims fuel save and engine cooling
An advertisement touts the Watters Gas Saver and Carbon Remover promising 25 to 40 percent fuel saving and cooler engine operation. A user testimonial from Ed Schulhof of Plattsmouth Neb says twenty eight miles per gallon and cooler motor. Sold at Peters & Parker in Plattsmouth Neb, phone 35.
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Schulhof
Plattsmouth
Neb
Peters & Parker
Tidéw
War Labor Registration Set for Cass County on June 29 1918
Government urges universal labor registration as part of the war effort. Cass County sets Saturday, June 29 for all males 16 and older to register at ward specific locations from 2 PM to 10 PM. Precinct chairs listed for Plattsmouth and neighboring towns.
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Councils of Defense
Cass County
Plattsmouth
Council of
Woodrow Wilson
Property to Conference in Mynard Church case
In District Court the M. E. Church at Mynard is under consideration so the Nebraska Conference may transfer property to cash the legacy for five years. The church once thrived but now lacks meetings and a minister. The move follows church regulations.
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M. E
Mynard
Nebraska Conference
Transfer of church property in district court action
O. O. W. DeLemetre of Omaha visited the city to oversee the transfer of church property in district court. If the property is not disposed of, it remains with the revival. if disposed, proceeds fund a new church.
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Oo. W. DeLemetre
Omaha
Enlisted in Army Electrician Clyde Jones Makes News
A letter from Clyde Jones son of J R Jones says he has enlisted as an electrician in the Army. He will visit his parents in Cretona on Sunday before heading to Omaha then Chicago and Washington D C where his final destination is not yet known.
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Clyde Jones
J. R. Jones
Cretna
Omaha
Chicago
Washington, D. C
Funeral for Adam Meisinger at Oak Hill Cemetery
Large crowds attended the funeral of Adam Meisinger who died recently at Emanuel Hospital in Omaha. Services were at St Pauls Evangelical Church, conducted by Rev J H Steger, with interment at Oak Hill cemetery. He served on the local mail route and was known for his pleasant nature and generosity.
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Adam Meisinger
Emanuel Hospital
Omaha
St. Paul's Evangelical Church
J. H. Steger
Oak Hill Cemetery
Employees Receive Advance With Thanks
The Journal proprietor, noting rising living costs, has unrequestedly advance fifteen percent of salaries across the force from highest to lowest paid. Employees acknowledge and thank him for the liberal, unsolicited pay increase.
Will Sell or Trade For Younger Stock Milk Cows
Advertises the sale or trade of four good milk cows from E. J. Meisinger asking to call 2814 for details.
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E. J. Meisinger
Plattsmouth Plans Community Fourth of July Celebration
Plattsmouth will observe a Community Celebration for the Fourth of July as recommended by the Nebraska State Council of Defense and Governor. A morning band concert at the Court House starts at ten, with a 2 PM program at the chautauqua tent featuring addresses by C. A. Rawls and E. M. Pollard.
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Plattsmouth
State Council of Defense
Nebraska
Chautauqua Committee
Court House
Oliver Harvey in France
Oliver Harvey has arrived in France as a member of the aviation corps. A card received recently confirms his arrival there after training at Kelly Field near San Antonio and subsequent travels east prior to departure for France.
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Oliver Harvey
France
Aviation Corps
Harvey
Kelly Field
San Antonio
Texas
Plattsmowtt
For Sale Five Room Cottage With Two Lots
Real estate notice by R. B. Windham listing a five room cottage on two lots with city water, accepting part payment in other property and monthly installments. Also available vacant lots with loan secured to bond. Auction terms unclear.
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R. B. Windham
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Ralph B. Davis
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Fred H. Verhule
George Leslie Everett
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Harry ©. Holmes
Springfield
Henry Westedt
New Orleans
George Conis
Frank Holland
Lincoln
Louis Teokotter
Joseph Aschenbrenner
Leonard VY. Clark
Edward Wilton
Ralph I. Marshall
Wim. H. Brinkham
Frank A. J. Miller
Ernest A. DuBois
Robert L. McCarver
Amboy
C. E. Welschimer
Everet Ward
Ralph W. Aaron
Grenewood
John D. Boden
Orin N. Tyler
Wilbur van Drew
Frank Seidlers
Kenneth Carman
E. W. Olander
J. E. Everett
Avoca
Elwin Hunter
Harry Ackerman
Osceola
Leslie Barrett
Seattle
Wash
Forest Baughman
James Schutz
A. G. Hackenberg
Fort Riley
Commercial Club
C. C. Wescott
C. A. Rawls
H. A. Schneider
Earl Hunter
Weeping Water Republican
Alse
Turner
Missouri Pacific
Hotel Warner
W. Hall
Peters
Parkers
Bach
South Park
Heil
East Rock Bluffs
Rockcliffs
C. Wescott
Tipton
Earl Thorpe
Greenwood
Dale S. Boyles
Salt Creek
Walter FE. Pesling
Stove Creek
Jno
Gerry Stark
Jerry Metlugh
South Bend
E. Sturzeneeger
Edward Dowler
Center
Dan Bourke
Manley
Chas
E. Noyes
Orlando Tefft
Mt. Pleasant
Wilson Gilmore
Eight Miles Grove
Paul Roberts
J. M. Palmer
Wnehawka
Liberty
C. F. Harris
East Rock E Bluffs
Arthur Troop
West Rock Bluffs
Glen Boedecker
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First National Bank
Plattsmouth, Nebraska
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