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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1914

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Officer Neuman Confronts Disturbers Near Grain Elevator

Saturday night at 9 30 three strangers caused a disturbance near the Burlington tracks and old grain elevator. Officer Neuman and Night Policeman Fitzpatrick arrested one large man after he struck Neuman. two others escaped toward the tracks. The injured officer, bleeding from the nose, helped subdue the suspect and escorted him to jail.

Dany Burlington Rreathy Newmanna Fitzpatrick Qin Neumann

Social Afternoon at Tartsch Home by St Pauls Ladies Aid

The Ladies Aid society of St. Pauls church gathered at Mrs August Tartschs home Friday afternoon for a delightful social meeting. With no business session, attendees enjoyed serial conversation sewing and amusements. Dainty refreshments were provided by the hostess and guests departed praising the hostess hospitality.

August Tartsch Ladies” Aid Society St. Paul’s Church

Former Plattsmouth Lady 15 Weds in South Dakota

From Fridays Parly cards reach Plattsmouth friends announcing the marriage at Hot Springs South Dakota on Monday June 22 of Georg M. Penkoski of Fairburn South Dakota and Leona Asemissen of Hot Springs. Leona is the daughter of H L Asemussen formerly of this city. The family lived here several years and Leona graduated high school in 149140. Friends hope for the couple's happy future.

Hot Springs M. D Georg M. Penkoski Fairburn S. D Leona KE. Asemissen H. L. Asemussen Asemussen Eyte

Barr arraigned for murder. held in Douglas county jail

George Barr was brought from Omaha to be arraigned on a Gass county murder complaint and was returned to Omaha for a preliminary hearing on July 6. He visited his family with the sheriff and obtained needed clothing. Mrs Barr is ill and a baby boy was born about ten days ago.

George Barr Omaha Gass County Metropolis Douglas County

Farm for sale in Cass county through Pollock agency

T H Pollock of Coates block Plattsmouth advertises Cass county farmland for sale with available buyers for good farms.

Cass County T. H. Pollock Coates Blk Plattsmouth

Greenwood Youth Fined in County Court Fight

John Mange of Greenwood was arraigned for fighting, fined 55 dollars and costs 15, paid and released. The dispute began when a 5 year old boy threw rocks at Mang provoking a larger clash with the boy’s older brother.

John Mange Greenwood Mang Mane

Jolly Picnic Honoring Mrs Weckbach at Crete Neb

A pleasant picnic yesterday along the Missouri below the Burlington bridge honored Mrs. Charles Weckbach formerly Ella Clark. The Jolly Six club hosted with Mia and Barbara Gering Verna Leonard Teresa Hemple Dora Fricke and Mrs R W Clement joining Mr and Mrs Weckbach and others for a day of visiting food and a campfire supper. The group traveled in a carryall then enjoyed cool river breezes and twilight departure back to the city.

Old Missouri Burlington Bridge Charles Wéckbach Crete Ella Clark R. W. Clement J. A. Donelan Charles Werckbach Matthew Gering

Weckbachs Move Burials To Lincoln Family Lot

The bodies of Joseph V. Weckbach and his infant daughter, buried in Oak Hill cemetery for 24 years, were exhumed yesterday and will be shipped to Lincoln. The Weckbach family now resides there and Mrs J W Weckbach is buried in the family lot, where they will be reburied.

Joseph V. Weckbach Oak Hill Lincoln Weckbach J. W. Wackbach

Plattsmouth Delegation Attends Epworth League District Convention

Plattsmouth sent E H Wescott Jesse P Perry and Misses Ellen Windham Hazel Tuey and Mar garite Porter and Mrs F R Gobelman to the Epworth League district convention at Brook Neb The meeting in the First Methodist church was praised for its programs Rev A E Watchel led the church and was elected president Perry became district treasurer in recognition of his work The Junior league of Plattsmouth led by Mrs Gobelman was noted as the district’s largest organization of its kind.

Plattsmouth Epworth League Brook Neb E. H. Wescott Jesse P. Perry Ellen Windham Hazel Tuey Margarite Porter F. R. Gobelman League Methodist Church Gobelman Rev. Watchel Jesse PP. Perry

Floyd Richardson 15 Fined for Drunkenness and Disorder

From Friday's Daily Dalily the hearing in Judge Archer's court showed Floyd Richardson 15 charged with fighting and disturbing the peace. He received a fine of 410 and costs for the trouble linked to the Wednesday tragedy on the river road. He was released and urged to stay clear of the law in the future.

Floyd Richardson Archer Mansfield Bunker River Road

Elmwood Fourth of July to Feature Attorney A G Cole

Attorney A G Cole of this city will deliver the oration for Elmwood’s Fourth of July celebration. The committee chose a talented young attorney whose past speeches have impressed crowds. Elmwood’s event is expected to be among the largest county celebrations this year.

A. G. Cole Elmwood Cole

Dope Fiend Taken After Disturbance on Main Street

Sheriff Quinton and Chief Rainey arrested a visibly intoxicated man causing a disturbance on Main Street. The individual resisted, necessitating several assistants to load him into a wagon and transport him to the city jail to recover from his dope intoxication and subdue his temper.

Quinton Rainey Main Street

Logal Ladies Entertained at Nebraska City by Mrs Abbott

Yesterday Plattsmouth ladies enjoyed a day in Nebraska City hosted by Superintendent N C Abbott and Mrs Abbott at the Bling Institute. The visit featured gracious hospitality and a pleasant social time as the group returned home after a delightful outing. Attending were Mia and Barbara Gering Marie Donnelly Dora Fricke Verna Leonard Mesdames J A Donelan R W Joseps Frank L Cummins G Fricke J H Donnelly and Mrs Charles Weekbach of Crete Neb.

Nebraska City Plattsmouth N. C. Abbott Abbott Bling Institute Mia Barbara Gering Marie Donnelly Dora Fricke Verna Leonard Mesdames J. A. Donelan R. W. Joseps Frank L. Cummins G. Fricke J. H. Donnelly Charles Weekbach Crete Neb

Preliminary hearing for George Barr postponed to July 6

George Barr’s preliminary hearing was moved to Monday July 6 at 9 o clock. Barr pleaded not guilty to first degree murder in the Mansfield Bunker case and to an attempted murder of Chief Rainey. Sheriff Quinton produced Barr from Omaha and crowds gathered at the courthouse seeking updates on the case.

George Barr Court House Omaha Quinton Matthew Gering County Court Room Gering Mansfield Bunker Rainey R. W. Patrick South Omaha Young Bunker

Shoemaker Family Visiting Ottumwa With Relatives

Mrs. S. H. Shoemaker and her son Claude are visiting Ottumwa Iowa for a short time, traveling there by the touring car of Mr. Shoemaker after arriving a few days ago with relatives and friends.

S. H. Shoemaker Claude Ottumwa Mr. Shoemaker

Garfield Park 13 Becomes Popular For Picnics And Improvements

Garfield Park grows in popularity for picnics as residents urge small tables. The park board considers drinking fountains and tree planting, with new commissioners overseeing beautification and curbside improvements.

Garfield Park Park Board Ecity Plattsmouth

Frauen Verien Members Entertained at Tartsch Home

The Frauen Verien of St. Pauls church gathered Thursday afternoon at Mr and Mrs August Tartsch home for a delightful meeting. Social conversation and welfare discussions filled the hour before light refreshments were served. The ladies left praising the hospitality and deeming it among the society’s most pleasant events.

Frauen Verien St. Pauls Church August Tartsch

John Gilligan Visits Lincoln In Local Political Tour

John Gilligan a leading Lincoln Democrat spent Saturday in the city meeting friends and reviewing local political prospects. He is active in real estate and insurance in Lincoln and called at the Journal office for a brief chat with the editor.

John Gilligan Lincoln Gilligan Journal Capital City

Farm loan offer at 5.5 percent by Pollock in Plattsmouth

T H Pollock of Goates Block, Plattsmouth advertises money to loan on Cass County farms at five and a half percent.

Cass County T. H. Pollock Goates Bik Plattsmouth

Carpenter Claus Jess Injured In Fall At Burlington Shop

Yesterday afternoon Claus Jess a carpenter at the Burlington coach shop fell from a car he was working on and sprained his left ankle. The injury is not serious but will force him to retire from work for a few days while healing. The fall occurred on a hard concrete floor and was from a considerable height.

Claus Jess Burlington

Grading Underway for North Third Street Curb and Gutter

Grading and prep for curbing on North Third street are progressing, with work to place curbing and guttering similar to North Sixth and Oak street. The project aims to reduce street width and future paving costs, while addressing water runoff near Main street.

North Third Street North Sixth Street Oak Street Third Street Main Street

National Tel Jed Sekes Championships in Omaha

The Tel Jed Sekes national championships run July 21 27 in Omaha with over 200 women competing alongside men. New York City and Chicago lead with 24 female athletes each. 600 athletes total over two days. A Sunday exhibition follows the events and a monster parade concludes the festivities with at least 10 000 Bohemians in the parade.

Omaha New York City Chicago Nebraska

Businesses Plan Early Evening Closings This Summer

Local merchants sign agreement to close stores at 6 p m during July and August except Saturdays and payday nights. Early closing begins July 4 and names E A Wurl J W Crabi ll E G Dovey Son C E Wesecotts Sons Faler Thierolf Joseph Fetzer Fanger Department Store John Frank B A McElwain Adolph Wesh Wargen Schuldice Award 8 McLean.

E. A. Wurl J. W. Crabiil E. G. Dovey & Son C. E. Wesecott’s Sons Faler & Thierolf Joseph Fetzer Fanger Department Store John Frank B. A. McElwain Adolph Wesh Wargen & Schuldice McLean

Children Enjoy Day Party Hosted by Rawls Family

A children's day party at the Rawls home hosted by the ladies of the bp bk society delighted members' children. The event featured a parade by the youngsters representing local business houses, lawn games, a fortune teller booth, and refreshments enjoyed by children and their mothers alike.

C. A. Raw BP, Bk Rawls

Plattsmouth Merchants to Close on Fourth

Plattsmouth merchants plan to close Saturday July 4 at noon to allow owners to celebrate the national day. Barbershops will also close at noon. Many residents will observe the day in neighboring towns since no local celebration is planned.

Plattsmouth

Mrs. Hellie Cummings Acquires Fine Poland-China Pig

Mrs Hellie Cummings owner of several high quality hogs in the south part of the city traveled to the Pacific Junction area yesterday and bought a splendid thoroughbred Poland China pig. The new animal will join her existing stock and she invites others to inspect her herd for possible additions.

Hellie Cummings Pacific Junction

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Neuman Officer Neumann Tartsch Young Lady South Dakota Ghas. Weckbach District League Will ST. Paul's Church Mrs. C. A
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