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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1927

Page

6

Eagle Club Picnic Brings members Together at Ratcliff Farm

Local leaders Mr Walker and Miss Snake hosted a Eagle club picnic near Easie at Ratcliff farm with members from Clothing, baby beef, dairy, swine and corn clubs. Gooding from Agronomy spoke on a corn club booth for Cass county at the state fair. The Eagle clubs emphasize cooperation and community.

Walker Miss Snake Eacle Ratcliff Easie Gooding Agronomy Eagle Club Cass County Eagle

Good Corn on Salvaged Land

Tezac Wiles of Weeping Water cleared 1 acre of waste land by stump blowing using photol a wartime explosive provided via his extension agent. The harvest yielded 800 bushels of corn worth 480, with 400 pounds of explosive costing 336 and total costs about 436. A professional dynamite man handled near buildings. no damage occurred.

Tezac

Nebraska cow testing association records herd improvements

Members in Nebraska have improved herds by discarding 422 unprofitable cows and replacing 52 scrub sires with high producing purebreds. Average output is 7000 pounds of milk and 275 pounds butterfat per cow annually, about 89 percent above the general average. Fifty seven calf club members have secured calves from association members.

Nebraska Association

Cedar Creek Cubs Star Injured Sliding into Second Base

In a Monday game on the local grounds Cedar Creek shortstop and captain Don Schneider was severely cut on the left leg when spiked sliding into second base. He required a physician to close the wound and his absence will hurt the Cedar Creek Cubs.

Cedar Creek Don Schneider Walter Schneider Clos Cedar Creek Cubs

Ad Claim on Journal Readership Angers Advertisers

An advertising note asserts the Journal reaches five percent of the buying public. The claim prompts advertiser scrutiny over audience reach and value of placement.

Farewell to City is Given by Secretary Davis

Secretary Davis bids Plattsmouth farewell in a column that praises local pride and the chamber of commerce. He urges civic effort to unite merchants and residents, stamping out indifference to lift the city and surrounding communities.

Davis The Chamber of Commerce

Local tourists fuel our chamber of commerce message

Our tourists from other sections of the country are our greatest advertisers for our friendly spirit, good roads, stores, and courtesies extended by the chamber of commerce. They see our resources and possibilities often overlooked by locals, offering opportunities waiting to be grasped.

Chamber of Commerce

Remembering Plattsmouth's Loyal Citizens in Spirit

A tribute expresses deep affection for Plattsmouth and its many loyal, generous friends. It highlights selfless support for the organization, willingness to shoulder obligations, and a forward looking, optimistic community spirit.

Plattsmouth

Plattsmouth Sees Progressive Growth and Civic Momentum

Plattsmouth has advanced in recent months through securing an open office and passing bridge bills in Lincoln and Washington. New businesses have arrived, old stores are reoccupied, window fronts improved, and overall progress continues toward a brighter 1927-28.

Plattsmouth Lincoln Washington

Message of farewell and request for support

The speaker expresses hope to hear from friends and rejoices in the city’s success. They wish their successor strong support and cooperation for continued success. They provide a temporary address in Medina Ohio care of brother F C Davis and plan to rest briefly before resuming duties.

Medina Ohio F. C. Davis

Plattsmouth Journal Supported Chamber of Commerce Boost

A letter from W. G. Davis extols the Plattsmouth Journal for its generous space aiding the chamber of commerce and the broader community. It thanks the paper for support and goodwill toward local development efforts.

Modern Construction Co. Gets Bridge Culvert Contract

From Monday, The Modern Construction Co. is building a concrete culvert to replace the small bridge on 1Sth street near Oak street in the city. The firm also holds the contract for a new vault in the Farmers State Bank building and has started work.

Modern Construction Co New &Xs 1Sth Street Oak Street Farmers State Bank

For Sale Yearling Red Roan Shorthorn Bull Calf

Bull calf for sale from P. A. Hild of Mynard Nebraska contact Tel 2805. Listing includes breed and yearling status with 120-2tw tag.

P. A. Hild Mynard, Neb Tel

New Building Set for Banquets with Full Kitchen Facilities

The new community building will host banquets for two hundred with a complete service set including chinaware glassware and silverware. A modern gas stove and folding log tables will support large events and the revenue from room rental funds the project. The kitchen will allow organizations to prep meals for a nominal charge and a six inch private sewer line is installed. The structure is expected to be ready for occupancy by September 1.

American Legion Auxiliary Committee Auxiliary Ad Club Rotary Club Roy Taylor Sixth and Vine Streets John Bauer

Rainey Party Heads to New York for Visit

Mrs W H Rainey and daughter Miss Winifred depart this afternoon for New York City to visit at the home of Mr and Mrs Merle Rainey and stop at Buffalo and other points along the route to enjoy the sights.

W. H. Rainey Winifred New York City Merle Rainey Enroute Buffalo

Omaha Youth Drowns in Louisville Sand Pit

Harold Ditter a 17 year old from Omaha drowned in the Ly man Richey sand pits one half mile west of Louisville while with a party from Omaha. The body was recovered after hours of searching with hay rakes and brought to his grieving parents. He was a Central High sophomore learning to swim and among a group of teens aged 16 to 18.

Louisville Harold Ditter Omaha Ononka L. A. Ditter South East Street Central High School Ditter David Hamilton South 28Th Street Arvid Johnson South 31St Street Dick Stahl Louis Reinakter Mildred Maxwell Park Avenue Virginian Newcomb Reinalter

Social Circle Club Visits Arbor Lodge Picnic in Nebraska City

The Social Circle club of Lewiston took a Sunday trip with 54 members and families to Arbor Lodge at Nebraska City. They toured J Sterling Morton’s historic mansion, enjoyed a picnic lunch under the trees, and spent several hours dining and socializing amid pleasant outdoor surroundings.

Lewiston Arbor Lode Nebraska City State Park J. Sterling Morton Nebraska

Many Visit Beach At Murrow Bathing Beach Summer Scene

The Murrow bathing beach drew large crowds Sunday with cars filling the park area. The improved pool provided a cool, evenly tempered swim with safety devices and graduated depth for all ages, while band concerts in the area kept residents entertained during the summer weekend.

Cathy Murrow

Plattsmouth Farmer Injured After Stair Fall

Carl Franklin, a farmer near Plattsmouth Nebraska, was badly bruised when he fell during a scuffle with acquaintances on a stairs at 4931 South Twenty sixth street early Sunday. Police officer J J O’Hearn attended him.

Carl Franklin Plattsmouth Nebraska South Twenty Sixth Street J. J. O'Hearn World-Herald

Obituary of Nancy Jane Hoback Pioneer Resident of Cass County

Nancy Jane Hoback born in Marysville Missouri died June 23 1927 at daughter Mrs B M Cline’s home. She moved with parents to Nebraska then Cass county near Union homesteaded 1856. Married James Dysart September 12 1860. eight living children listed. She was a Baptist and storyteller of pioneer days. Husband died February 12 1908. Lived in Bolivar Louisiana 1914 1926 then with daughter Mrs B M Cane final days.

Nancy Jane Hoback Marysville B. M. Cline Nebraska Nebraska City Cass County Union James Dysart Elizabeth Wolfe Avora Ellen Krueger Spokane Washington Louisa Bay Wellington Kansas Ida Cline Plattamouth James A. Dysart Bolivar Thomas P. Dysart Oakland Calif Jesse R. Dysart Charles H. Dysart Murray Dysart Baptist Church of Union Bolivar, la B. MM. Cane

Williams Nursery representative to call on you

Andrew Stohlman of Williams Nursery University Place Nebraska will visit customers to discuss nursery stock shrubs and roses at the lowest dollar. He offers years of experience and thanks past patrons as he calls on you in due time.

Andrew Stehlman Williams Nursery University Place Nebraska

Miss Heintzelman Wins Local Bathing Beauty Contest

Miss Helen Heintzelman of Nebraska City won the bathing beauty contest at Grown's Park, earning $10 and a new bathing suit. Second prize went to Miss Claudine Brown of Hambure, with Miss Thelma Wroehler of Plattsmouth third. The event was organized by L Wessel's Sons & Company and supporting firms, directed by Miss Agnes Britten of Omaha.

Helen Heintzelman Nebraska City Grown’s Park Plattsmouth Isambore Heintzelman Claudine Brown Hambure Thelma Wroehler Toutest, Sponsored By the Park Management L. Wessel’s Sons & Company F. W. Cleveland & Son H. M. Soennichsen Co Agnes Britten Omaha Mable Sharp Wessel Magalena Niels Margaret Huffer Nettie Mikkelson Nettie Wing Cleveland Thelma Kreehler Helen Clement Plattemouth Nebraska City News-Press

Modern Woodmen Win Game Over Cedar Creek Cubs

The M. W. A. baseball team defeated the Cedar Creek Cubs 9 to 8 on the local lot yesterday afternoon. Cedar Creek lost shortstop Don Schueiter, hurting their effort as Roland Thomas and Chuck Halzer pitched for Woodmen. Desher, Hulzer, Bill Smith, Chet Smith, and Don Schneider delivered multiple hits.

Mondas Cedar Creek Cubs Cubs Ted Woodmen Cedar Creek Don Schueiter Roland Thomas Chuck” Halzer Thomas Hulzer Schmeck George Desher Chuck Hulzer Bill Chet Smith Don Schneider

Night Fireworks Supply At Bates Book and Stationery

The Bates Book and Stationery Store advertises night fireworks with a complete line and competitive prices ensuring customers find what they need.

Bates Book and Stationery Store

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