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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1933

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Home Economics Class Entertains School Board

The advanced home economics class under Miss Lucille Nordholm hosted a dinner for the board of education, with Mary Lindeman as hostess and Naomi Day in charge of the menu. A varied program followed, including readings, songs, and a tap dance, highlighting students and staff.

Board of Education Lucille Nordholm Mary Lindeman Naomi Day Anna May Sandin Nadine Cloidt Robert Reed Virginia Triveiy Gertrude Vallery George Adam Peru Miss Williams Shirley Mason Wilma Swatek Devoe Miss Nordholm F. L. Cummins Roy W. Knorr Frank A. Cloidt E. A. Wurl Henry Goos John F. Gorder L. 8. Devoe R. Foster Patterson

Married at Court House Quiet Ceremony Unites Ramage and Sherrard

Fred H. Ramage of this city and Miss Ollie Sherrard of Sheridan Wyoming wed Wednesday at the court house in a quiet ceremony. Fred T. Ramage and Maynard Ramage attended as witnesses. Judge A H Duzbury read the marriage lines. They will live on a nearby farm and begin housekeeping at once.

Court House Fred H. Ramerge Ollie Sherrard Sheridan Wyoming Fred T. Ramee Maynard Ramee A. H. Duzxbury

Mrs William Hunter Recovers After Arm Removal Surgery

Mrs William Hunter of this city underwent a left arm above elbow removal at Clarkson Hospital in Omaha on Wednesday. She faced a serious operation stemming from a long standing hand injury and arm growth but is reported doing very well and fans of her recovery hope for lasting relief and a return home to good health.

William Hunter Clarkson Omaha

Mrs Logan Covert Taken To Hospital For Treatment

Mrs. Logan Covert of the west part of the city was taken to University hospital in Omaha on Wednesday afternoon for treatment. She has not been in good health for some time and a course of treatment was deemed necessary to restore her to her former health. It is hoped she may soon return home.

Logan Covert Omaha University Hospital

Shea Cafe Installs Electric Sign on North Sixth

The Shea cafe on North Sixth street installed a new electric sign to guide travelers to the cafe at night.

Shea Cafe North Sixth Street

Farmers Meeting Planned in Plattsmouth Area March 22

A farmers gathering is set for Wednesday March 22 in the American Legion auditorium in Plattsmouth. The program includes local orchestras, speech by Chamber president Wm Baird, introductions to industrial managers, a Norfolk Canning Factory display, male quartet, saxophone solo, and collective community music from nearby towns with refreshments.

Cases County Sarpy County Mills County Iowa American Legion Auditorium Mynard Wm. Baird Chamber of Commerce Roy Cole Plattsmouth Norfolk Canning Factory A. E. Stewart Roy Knorr Raymond Cook Frank Cloidt H. G. McClusky Ross Nichols Louisville Lewiston Community Center Nehawka Cedar Creek la Platte C. €. Wescott E. A. Weil L. D. Hiatt L. S. Devoe E. H. Bernhardt P. T. Heineman

Silence At Court House Cuts Telephones In County

Court house quiets most telephones as county commissioners order a sweeping economy. Sheriff Sylvester’s office remains connected while nine lines are removed, forcing residents to visit in person for information.

Court House Sylvester

Returning to New York Mrs Hassler and daughter visit Lincoln

Mrs William Hassler and her daughter Miss Anna returned to New York after spending the winter at Lincoln with the William Hassler Jr family. Miss Anna Hassler plans to resume school work soon in Dunkirk and return there to continue her education. Mrs Hassler will live with her sons Will in Lincoln and Earl in Omaha for now, possibly moving to New York later to stay with her daughter.

William Hassler Anna Lincoln William Hassler, Jr Anna Hassler Dunkirk New York Hassler Will Earl F. Hassler Omaha Altho

City Elections Near as Voters Prepare for Council Race

The city faces upcoming elections for the city council and two members of the board of education. Retiring council members include Searl S. Davis Claude C. Smith William Tippens W H Puls George Luechinsky and Edward Gabelman. Board of education retirees are R W Krorr and H F Coos with nominations to be set by a school caucus.

Board of Education Searl S. Davis First Ward Fire and Water Committee Finance End Claude C. Smith Second Ward William Tippens W. H. Puls Third Ward George Luechinsky Fourth Ward Judiciary Edward Gabelman Fifth Ward Parks and Improvement Lighting R. W. Krorr H. F. Coos Board of Edu Cation Luschinsky Puls Smith Davis Gabelman

Court House Holiday Delays County Officials Pay

County officials face cash shortages as warrants await funds. Treasurer John E. Turner deposited about 2200 dollars, but state banks closed by Governor Bryen halted further payments. Officials expect more funds later in the week to cover salaries.

John E. Turner John Bryen

Convocation Program Delights High School Students

A Friday convocation at the high school featured a student council trio Virginia Samek Anna Marie Rea and Joe Hendrix. A one act farce Rural Belle drew laughs for half an hour with Mata Schackneis Max Schackneis and Marseilla Ramel. alumnus Louis Knoflicek provided violin numbers and visiting Chinese student Mr. Lee gave a talk on Chinese civilization and Sino Japanese troubles.

Virginizs Samek Anna Marie Rea Joe Hendrix Mata Schackneis Max Schackneis Marseilla Ramel Louis Knoflicek Lee University of Colorado Nebraska

Drunk Man Found Alive in Oak Hill Cemetery

Sheriff Homer Sylvester and Deputy Jarvis Lancaster found Charles Hixon in Oak Hill cemetery after a report of a man on the snow. He had overindulged in whiskey, was leaning on a picket, and could not walk. He said he bought the whiskey in Fremont.

Homer Sylvester Sherif Jarvis Lancaster Oak Hill Cemetery Charles Hixon Hixon Fremont

Plattsmouth Declamatory Contest Selections Named

Plattsmouth high school announces its entrants for the district declamatory contest with an elimination round after school to trim five speakers for the Friday local contest. Competitors cover dramatic humorous and original oratory with past participants including Wetenkamp Garnett Stodola and Garnett.

Plattsmouth High School Nebraska Plattsmouth William Wetenkamp Midge Garnett Otto Stodola Greth Garnett Figley Auburn

Death of Babe William Richard Patton

The R. H. Patton family mourns the death of their grandson William Richard aged about one year eight months after a brief illness. The family grieves at home, with friends and relatives sharing in the sorrow.

R. H. Patton William Richard

California earthquake reports reach thankful parents

Mr. and Mrs. Miles M. Allen learn their daughter, formerly Miss Ora Allen, and her husband are safe. They resided in Santa Monica as shocks hit nearby Los Angeles and Long Beach, with the tremor described as less severe in their area.

Miles M. Allen Ora Allen Santa Monica Los Angeles Long Beach

Town Team Triumphs Over High School Quintet 29 to 22

Plattemouth town team defeated the high school squad 29 to 22 on Saturday. Knoflicek and Donat led the alumni scoring while Bob Hirz and Hiner starred for the high school. Rummel of the high school was sidelined by illness. Donat fouled out late as the alumni edged ahead in the final period. Referee: Robert Fitch.

Plattemouth Platters Southwes Stern Knoflicek and Derat Bob Hirz Hiner Rummel Knoflicek Donat Bame Forbes Robert Fitch

Queen Esthers Meet in Inspiring Evening

The Queen Esthers gathered with about twenty girls despite the cold. Mildred Newton led devotions, Fern Jahrig spoke on how the American Indian relates to the lesson, and Mrs. R. B. Hayes shared an engaging missionary talk. A lively business session followed with refreshments served by hostesses.

Queen Esthers Helen Mary Persinger Mildred Newton Fern Jahrig R. B. Hayes Esthers

Leaves for Missouri as Kriskey Accepts New Fireman Job

William R. Kriskey Jr formerly with the Burlington departs for Jefferson City Missouri to take a fireman position on government construction work. The job offers good pay and is welcomed in these strenuous times. He will start at once and be joined later by Mrs Kriskey.

William R. Kriskey, Jr Burlington Jefferson City Missouri Kriskey

Bible Will Come for College Banquet Speech

Coach Bibie of the University of Nebraska will attend as guest speaker with Ed Weir to present football pictures at the high school banquet. The event, moved from March 14 to March 22, seeks at least seventy five men to attend and invites suggestions to Hilt Martin.

Bibie University of Nebraska Patterson Ed Weir Lible Hilt Martin

James Grace veteran Omaha police officer dies at 84

James Grace 84 longtime Omaha police veteran and former Plattsmouth resident died Wednesday at his home 427 North 28th Avenue Omaha Affectionately known as Daddy by the department he served in earlier years Grace came to Nebraska in 1869 worked on Burlington lines then lived in Plattsmouth before moving to Omaha He served in multiple police roles including chief under Mayor Gutsche and later worked as a guard at the Trans Mississippin exposition in 1898 Survivors include two daughters Josephine Mrs Thomas J O Connor two sons Edward P and Frank D Grace eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren

James Grace Omaha Plattsmouth North 28Th Avenue Grace Omaha Police Department Metropolitan Police Department Mr. Grace Nebraska Burlington Lines Plattsemouth Grave Democratic Party John A. Gutsche Old South Josephine Thomas J. O'Connor Edward P Frank D. Grace

Death of Robert Young Cass county resident

The death of Robert A. Young occurred at 5:15 this morning at the home of Mr and Mrs Charles Troop in this city. He had recently moved from Weeping Water with his wife and daughter and sister Mrs Troop. He leaves a widow a daughter and his sister. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2:30 in Weeping Water at the Methodist church after a visitation at Troop home from 12:30 to 1:00. A fuller obituary will follow.

Robert A. Young Cass County Charles Troop Mrs. Young Weeping Water Mrs. Troop L. H. Young Young

Banks of U. S. to Resume Operations This Week

Washington March 12 Further lifting restrictions on banking the Treasury department Sunday authorized private banking firms the Reconstruction Finance Corp and other government financial institutions to resume normal operations Monday. The list includes the federal land banks intermediate credit banks joint stock land banks home loan banks and regional agricultural credit corporations.

Washington Treasury Department Reconstruction Finance Corp Federal Land Banks J. P. Morgan & Co Federal Reserve System

Kalasek Couple Welcome First Grandchild

Mr and Mrs George Kalasek announce the birth of a daughter who weighed eight pounds at birth and is doing well. The baby is the first grandchild of Mr and Mrs Harry Shifter, and many friends send best wishes for the child’s future happiness and success.

George Kalasek Kalasek Ruth Shiffer Harry Shifter

New Restaurant Taken Over by Fred H. Vincent Party

Fred H. Vincent has purchased the restaurant formerly run by Eugene Chancellor and now operates it as a day and night cafe. He took possession Thursday and, with his wife Mrs. Vincent and their son Harold, attends to patrons.

Eugene Chancellor Fred H. Vincent Vincent Harold

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Mrs. Ramge Dronk Virginia Samek Francis Gamblin Benedict Arnold Robert of Sicily Jean Val Jean Pauline Hoschar Louise Rishes Christ Margaret Yelick Antonio Wetenkamp Amy Jane Thomas China Blue Eyes Viasta Adam Pearl Bill Slaggman Virginia Trively Jones Evelyn Rahn Carolyn Heigl Little Shaver Avis Sylvester Dorothy Seimoneit George Luschinsky Uncle Shylock Stuart Porter Babe California H. S. Quintet McCleary Armstrong Hirz Galloway Hartford Elick McCrary Arn Robert Young Banks of U. S Federal Reserve Woodin Treasury Federal Reserve Board Bee-News the News
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