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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1931
Page
3
The column satirizes soaring taxes for cars and government revenue comparisons to the federal level. It riffs on Wickersham’s fate, Amos ’n’ Andy, a free bridge idea, and political jests about Fess, Hoover, and the Democratic nominating pace. It notes French war debt policy, stock market impact, a 10 percent tax claim, and praises Glenwood boosters and a Rotary outreach to eighteen high school boys.
The column notes Connie Mack may need a versatile pitcher who can also play infield when needed. It suggests creating a local recreation camp for boys and girls during vacation. The 20 cent Isler show returns to Glenwood next week under the Chamber of Commerce and Fire Department, directed by Louie Isler. Pipeline companies contest Nebraska assessment valuations, arguing 80 percent cost is too high and lines are in partial use.
Dr Geo H Crile cites infections and emotions as man s two great enemies noting fear and worry drain brain cells. He argues death fear can be rationalized with education and that civilization grows by discarding fears while mystery still holds value and potential.
The piece argues that Western state senators seek a non official world parley on silver, noting U S control of two thirds of the silver industry and the need for improved business conditions to lift silver prices. It discusses gold silver dynamics, India’s gold standard shift in 1927, and the role of postwar currency policies in silver competition. It closes with a motivational thought on perseverance.
The piece argues that world wealth increased as security and commodity markets rally after President Hoover announces a new foreign economic policy. It credits confidence with restoring credit and production and notes the moratorium on war debt might offer limited gains but boosts global optimism and interdependence. It concludes by contrasting influence with indifference toward John Barleycorn.
A roundup of social visits and events includes Henry Tuhn driving to Omaha, cattle shipments to Omaha by Robert Long, and many residents hosting or visiting in Ashland Louisville and Council Bluffs. A Fairland 4 H pig club meeting and health worries for Mrs. Nunn are noted along with a lightning strike at the Henry Stander home. Legal notices reveal court actions in Cass County with property sales and quiet title suits, including referee led sale dates and required responses.
Cass County Nebraska will conduct a public auction at the south front door of the courthouse in Plattsmouth on July 11 1981 at 10 o clock a m. The sale includes Lots 9 in Block 2 and the listed portions of Donelan and Stadelman Additions to Plattsmouth. The property belongs to Frances Schulze and others to satisfy a 1931 judgment in favor of Paul H. Gillan.
Matilda Jardine executrix of Alexander Jardine deceased seeks court license to mortgage the NW quarter of Section 8, Township 11 North Range 9 East Cass County Nebraska for 5500 to pay debts and costs. Notice orders all interested parties to appear July 27, 1931, at 9 pm in Cass County District Court. Published in Plattsmouth Journal for four weeks.
Mr and Mrs Henry Tuhin of South Bend finished a six month course at Molar Barber College earning an average 50 on last week’s exams and will stay in Omaha until better located. A funeral for Mrs Fred Backemeier was held at Elmwood Friday with locals Walter Thimgan Ed Rau Axel Zaar Herman Gakemeier John Kupke and families attending.
In Cass county Nebraska the County Court sits in Plattsmouth to receive and examine claims against the estate of Margaret Wehrbein on July 16 1931 and October 12 1931 at 10 a m. Claims must be presented within three months from July 10 1931 and debts paid within one year from that date. Witness A H Duxbury County Judge.
In the matter of the estate of Amelia Heisel deceased the County Court of Plattsmouth will sit on July 17 1931 and October 16 1981 at ten o clock to receive and examine all claims against the estate with a view to adjustment and allowance The time limit for filing claims is three months from July 17 1981 and debts must be paid within one year from July 11 1931 Duxbury Judge.
By order of sale issued by Clerk C E Sedgway the district court Cass County Nebraska announces a public auction on July 16 1931 at 10 a m at the south front door of Plattsmouth courthouse to sell west two thirds of Lot 4 Block 19 Village of Avoca to satisfy a judgment in favor of Byron Golding against Ase J Johnson et al. possession to be given to the highest bidder for cash.
A Nebraska county court case lists Allen B. Wilson as plaintiff against William F. Gillesme and others. Proceedings focus on civil action and in unspecified status.
By order of the district court clerk a sale is set for July 6 1821 at the south front door of the Cass county courthouse Plattsmouth Nebraska. Lands described include parts of section 32 township 11 north range 14 east with specific tracts totaling about 60 acres to be sold for cash. Sale is subject to taxes and court confirmation. Bert Reed Cass County Sheriff E S Ripley attorney for plaintiff. 14-5.
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