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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1919
Page
4
A collage of early 20th century riffs notes farmers chasing big rain profits, peace treaty politics, and travel shifts. It recalls Pershing warnings, German obligations, and evolving domestic service. The piece blends local humor with broader national questions and a billboard pun.
A Columbus Dispatch commentary argues against opposing Sunday papers. The minister says the Sunday newspaper is essential, noting wartime necessity and its Saturday night production. He warns opposing it is like fighting the elements and stresses readers miss one seventh of world news and spirituality if they skip Sunday papers.
War put the government into life insurance and two million soldiers return from France with over 90 percent carrying policies averaging about $9 000 and total coverage of 18 billion. Insurance must be continued at cost to avoid lapse and to honor the nation’s obligation beyond discharge. Most are young, unmarried, and can secure affordable coverage now rather than later.
After months of work with 32 nations, the treaty aims at lasting world peace, safety provisions, and ample commerce while avoiding revenge or graft. Wisconsin considers a one time direct tax to fund veteran bonuses totaling 15 million, with monthly payments for service and a $50 minimum, benefiting about 18 000 National Guardsmen. Opposition centers on constitutionality of the original state bond approach.
The piece notes no objection to anti prohibitionists wearing a daisy on June 20 and suggests they may continue wearing it through the summer even after prohibition begins if it helps them cope.
Madison Wisconsin a fifth Soldier Bonus Bill has appeared in the upper house offered by Senator A J Pullen Fond du Lac a returned soldier. The measure differs from prior bills by exempting the bonus from creditor claims and includes Red Cross nurses in the eligibility provisions.
A big saving is offered on the All American one ton and Traffic two ton trucks. Fred E Johnson of Johnson Bros Nebr City handles the Traffic two ton and claims both models are the world's lowest priced for their size with standard engines and two year rear exile guarantees. Catalogs of specifications are available and a business display appears in this issue. Also noted is Chamberlain's Liniment for rheumatic pains providing relief for stiff muscles and aching joints aiding rest and sleep.
In Cass County Nebraska Mattie J Porter filed a petition for determination of heirs for the estates of Jacob Carper Ones L Carper and others, listing surviving heirs and undivided shares in real estate described as the south half of the southeast quarter Section 32 Township 10 Range 1% east of the 7th PM. The hearing is set for July 2 1919 at 9 am in the County Judge’s office Plattemouth Nebraska with Allen J Beeson County Judge and Florence White clerk. The notice is issued to all interested parties and creditors for claims and heirship.
In Cass county Nebraska the county court in Plattsmouth notifies all creditors of the estate of Herman Kupke to present claims on July 15 1919 and October 10 1919 at 10 a m for examination with four months to present claims and one year to pay debts from June 10 1919. Witnessed by the County Judge.
In Cass County Nebraska the County Court sets a hearing for July 19 1919 at 6:00 o clock on petition by Hilda Coffman to admit the will of John Edwin Barwick deceased to probate. Executor nominee is W A Robertson with the court to determine if the will should be allowed and the administration granted.
Notice of hearing on the last will of Michael Timmas, proven and recorded as the best will, with administration of his estate granted to Mosing Timmas excentrix. Hearing set for June 20, 1929, at 10 o clock, with publication for three consecutive weeks in the local Journal. Witnesses and seal of court.
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