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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1921

Page

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High Honor Offered Matthew Herold

Matthew Ger ing Herold of Plattsmouth has earned Harvard Law School honors and a position as assistant U S district attorney for southern New York. A Nebraska native, he served in the A E F and returned to graduate from Nebraska and Harvard before accepting the New York post.

Plattsmouth Matthew Gering Herold Henry Herold Matthew Gering Herold Harvard Law School Willam Hayward U. S New York United States District Attorney of Col. Hayward Lega University of Nebraska Nebraska Harvard Hereld Law School St. S. Arn Pranete Serzéant Leutenant Artilery Fiotme Matthew Haner

Pleasant Sunday Wedding in Holy Rosary Church

Esther Snitzer and Harley Gadway united in marriage at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father Ferdinand Suesser officiating. The groom, a Swift & Co. stock buyer from Omaha, and the bride, connected with a major Omaha firm, received many friends and were later hosted at the Ripple home with ice cream cake and a two course luncheon.

Holy Rosary Catholite Esther Snitzer Harley Gadway Omahs Ferdinand Suesser Milton Gadway Florence Olson EB. ¢. Ripple Ripple Swift & Co Omaha Metropolis Charles Gadway Florence and Marie Olson Sarah Gadway Frank Cheval de Lores E. C. Ripple

For Sale Item: Canvans 20x22 in Good Condition

Classified notice states one 20 by 22 canvans for sale at 25 dollars. Seller identified as Leonard Meisinger with contact at 1d Stsw.

Leonard Meisinger

Illness of George Stevenson Reaches Nebraska City

A message received by Earl F. Irelan reports the serious illness of George Stevenson of Nebraska City, father of Mrs. Irelan. Stevenson suffered a severe paralytic stroke causing total vocal paralysis and helplessness. Earl and Mrs. Irelan left for Nebraska City to be with him, while Mrs. FE W Rebal stayed due to illness.

Earl F. Irelan George Stevenson Nebraska City

Manley Team Wins Sunday's Game

The Manley nine defeated the Plattsmouth Eagles 4 to 2 in a Sunday clash. With Ashland’s pitcher weathered out, Mike O’Leary starred for Manley while Pete Herold filled in behind the plate. William Harvey Mason pitched for Plattsmouth as waterlogged fields aided two of the visitors’ runs and hampered local fielders.

Manley Plattsmouth Mike O'Leary Yaung Eagles Gradeville Connors Cedar Creek Nehawka Pete Herold William Harvey Mason William O'Donnell

River floods cover low lands along Missouri and Platte

Heavy runoff from the Missouri and Platte rivers floods land east of the Burlington line. A three inch rise worsens conditions, creating a lake like area from north of Plattsmouth Water Company pumping station to J. L Lowe’s residence. Last year’s flood surpassed this level, hauling travel by boat. Fishermen report large catfish in flooded channels.

Platte Missouri Burlington Plattsmouth Water Companys J. L Lowe Lowe

Card of Thanks for Kindness and Floral Gifts

The family expresses heartfelt appreciation to friends and neighbors for loving kindness and sympathy during their sorrow and grief. They thank those who were generous with floral offerings, signed by Mrs. Edward Egenberger and Son and Mrs. J. V. Egenberger and family.

Edward Egenberger J. V. Egenberger

Beeson Attends Modern Woodmen Head Camp in St Louis

County Judge Allen J. Beeson and his wife attended the Modern Woodmen of America head camp sessions in St Louis with about 5 000 Woodmen and 2 000 Forresters. The Rock Island team won first prize in drills, 126 of Omaha second. membership age will shift to 16 to 50.

Allen J. Beeson St. Louis Woodmen of America Judge Beeson Nebraska Rock Island Illinois No. 126 Omaha Order Pittsburg Cardinals Bender Smoky City Shaw's Gardens Mississippi Valley

Hair Tonic Confusion Triggers City Booze Rumor

Reported sighting on Washington avenue described a car and a bottle misidentified as liquor. Chief Jones and Officer Chandler investigated finding only a scented hair tonic. No arrests were made as the tonic was not considered illegal.

Washington Avenue Jones Chandler

Q Z Society Outing at Davis Farm Near Murray

The Q Z Society of the Presbyterian church held its last summer meeting yesterday at the Davis farm home near Murray. About forty members attended, traveling by auto after 4 pm. They enjoyed a shaded, welcoming setting with plentiful baskets of food and hospitality, returning home pleased with the outing.

Q. Z. Society of the Presbyterian Church Sear Davis Murray Davis

De Molay Parade Draws Omaha Citywide Auto Tour

Members of the Omaha De Molay chapter and candidates from the new city chapter were escorted on a city parade in decorated cars led by Fred Busch’s vehicle. The De Molay band provided jazz melodies as the procession toured Omaha streets.

Omaha Order of de Molay Fred Busch de Molay Band of

Job printing services advertised by Journal office

Phone the Journal office when you need any kind of job printing. Best equipped shop in southeastern Nebraska.

Journal Office Nebraska

Mrs Lucile Davis Taken to Omaha for Treatment

Mrs Lucile Davis Nehawka exchange operator and manager was taken to Omaha last week for hospital treatment. It was initially hoped she would need an operation, but doctors now believe it can be avoided. Mrs Woodward Elmwood exchange manager will oversee the Nehawka work during her absence.

Lucile Davis Nehawka Telephone Exchange Omaha Woodward Elmwood Exchange Davie

West Point Candidate Dean Douglass Leaves for Preparatory Examinations

Plattsmouth high school graduate Dean Douglass, from district one of Nebraska, departs with his mother and sister for preparatory work and examinations to qualify for admission to West Point. He is noted for strong mathematics and is joined by fellow student Jack Fisher of Beatrice as they travel to Chicago Buffalo and New York before reporting to the academy.

Plattsmouth High School Dean Douglass East West Point Douglass Nebraska F Reav National Military Institution United States Omaha J. E. Douglass Vesta Jack Fisher Beatrice Dean East Youke Chicago Buffalo New York City

Moonshining Not A Success In Greenwood Area

Sheriff D Quintin, William Grebe, Karl Schmitt and Gus Hoyers’ office assessed reports of illicit alcohol in Greenwood arid lands. Investigators found only a homemade coal and worm still not in operation. owners said they had briefly tried liquor for stomach issues but abandoned it. County Attorney A G Cole was to return, no severe punishment expected.

D. Quintin Ty William Grebe Greenwood Karl Schmitt Gus Hoyers U.S. A A. G. Cole Ohio

Sunday School Conference Held at Gretna Fishery

Teachers and officers of the Christian church Sunday school visited the state fisheries near Gretna for a day conference on Sunday school work. They enjoyed a picnic dinner before the conference and noted areas with notable rainfall on the return trip.

Dalk Christian Church Sunday School Gretna

City fines paid by two motorists at Sixth and Main intersection

This morning the city treasury was reimbursed by contributions from Harley Becker and T. H. Pollock for speeding and a short turn respectively. Becker paid 13 dollars including costs after receiving a 10 dollar speeding fine, while Pollock settled a similar amount for a minor traffic maneuver at Sixth and Main.

Harley Becker T. H. Pollock Sixth Main Streets

Blank books available at Journal office

We offer blank books of various types at the Journal office. Visit to browse sizes and bindings and place orders for custom needs.

Order of DeMolay Established in Omaha Chapter

The Omaha area begins a new DeMolay chapter under Nebraska Chapter No. 3 R. A. M. leaders with Dr. Clark and Frank Landis guiding the initiation of local youths. Charter members include Charles Hartford Harold W Smith and Mason Wescott among others, with officers named for the developing council and chapter tasks.

Masonic Order of D’molavy Omaha Kansas City Frank 5. Landis Mr. Landis Frank A. Marshall Nebraska Clark Masons of Order of DeMolay Ralph J. Haynie Carl Schmidtman R. P. Westover FE. L. Cummins W. A. Robertson le L. Wiles Glen Perry W. J Banning Union F. H. Johnson Weeping Water Miles Drake Louis Ville DeMolay Harley Cecil Paul Ruster Carl Schneider Karl Wurl Harold Firr Mason Wescott George Schmidtman Victor Wallick George Busch Harold Renner Clare Hudson Wayone Hudson Charles Hartford Jack McCarthy Harold Smith Melvin Johnson Donald Dickson Raymond Cook George Persinger Otto Trilety Sargeant Hobson Order Harold W. Smith Harold H. Smith George F. Dovey Russel Perry Oscar Gapen Raymond Rekal

Six Chester White Gilts for Fall Farrow Breeding Offered

Six registered Chester White gilts bred for fall farrow breeding. The best in the U.S. A. Write or phone No. 1303. Geo. Stall, Weeping Water, Nebraska.

U.S. A Weeping Water Nebraska

Tulene Family Finds Sunny California Home Near Orange

Mrs. Frank Cheval reports from this city that Mrs. A C Tulene says the Tulene family arrived on the coast in good health and are enjoying a new well equipped ranch near Orange California. They praise the climate and siting in the land of sunshine.

Frank Cheval A. C. Tulene Tulene Orange California

Illness Strikes John Wooster in Dakota Farm Area

A Wooster family message reports John Wooster in a critical state at his Reliance Dakota home. Sister Mrs. W F Kinsky and brothers Frank and Joseph left for Omaha to reach him. He farms there with a large wheat crop needing care while relatives await full details of the illness.

Wooster John Wooster Reliance South Dakota W. F. Kinsky Frank Joseph Wooster Omaha Dakota John Mr. Wooster Plattsmouth

Fourth of July Baseball Showdown Between Weeping Water and Plattsmouth

County Agent L. R. Snipes says residents of Weeping Water will travel to town for a Fourth of July picnic dinner and the baseball game with Plattsmouth. Weeping Water hopes to win and take home honors while Plattsmouth expects friendly support from neighbors and good sportsmanship.

Coitry L. R. Snipes Journal Weeping Water Plattsmouth

Auto Number Lost From The Neb Finder

A numbered auto item labeled 156,916 is reported missing and may be reclaimed at the O. K. Garage or the Journal office.

O. K Journal

Advertising Adheres To Reader Reach Standards

An advertising note outlines general sale appeal criteria for a printed ad designed to attract a broad reader base and meet established requirements. It emphasizes suitability, clarity, and persuasive positioning to fit varied audiences.

Well Known Burlington Conductor Injured In Accident

Sally Jack Minton a famed Burlington conductor from Creston Iowa was injured near Hastings when a car hanger struck a plank causing a crash across both legs. He was treated in Creston and ordered to hospital care with no fractures reported though bruised. He has long served on freight routes from this city to Lincoln via Louisville and Sioux City, with recent postings in Creston.

Sally Jack Minton Burlington Lines Creston Minton Lincoln Louisville O'Neill Sioux City Iowa

Largest mail cargo sails to Europe on America steamer

New York copper prints report 9000 bags of mail aboard the steamship America the United States mail transport bound for Europe. The America is noted as the largest passenger ship to leave port under the American flag and formerly the German liner Amerika. A separate note adds the Colombia liner will be renamed the Homeric for White Star Line after a sale.

New York Europe United States Mail Steamship Company Muer America Amerika Liverpool Colombia White Star Line Allied Reparations Commision

DeMolay Visit Spurs Plattsmouth Chapter Degree Work

Omaha DeMolay member L. H. White visited Plattsmouth to assist in conferring degrees for new members. He also toured the Journal plant and spoke with staff about printing operations during his visit to the city.

Omaha Order of DeMolay New Plattsmouth L. H. White Omaha Hee Omaha Paper

Advertising Drives Trade at the Journal Office

Advertising is described as essential to trade in a note from the Journal office, underscoring its role in business promotion and public notices.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Matthew Herold WM. Hayward Burlington Tracks Beeson Q. Z. Society DE Molay Academy Nebraska Chapter NO RE. A. M Jack Minton Federal Reserve Federal Reserve System First National Bank First ST National Bank Pattsmouth
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