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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1939

Page

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Loup River District Seeks Right of Way in Cass County

In Cass county a Loup River Public Power District seeks a five member freeholder group to condemn lands for a transmission line easement from near Greenwood east then northeast to the Platte river, with owners including Armstrong, Schuelke, Martin, Zox, Gakemeir, Buell, Lake, Wendt, Rikli, Kahler, Twiss, Schleifert, Meisinger, and others. The line travels Columbus to Lincoln to Omaha and crosses into Sarpy. The court will appoint appraisers to determine land values.

Loup River Carrie M Armstrong William Schuelke Homer V. Martin Anna M. Zox Et al August Gakemeir Fred C. Buell Barbara Lake Louis F. Wendt Leo R. Rikli Leo R. Rikli, Mrs. Garethe Rikli Henry Carsen Martha M. Gakemeir Helen J

View Legislature in Action by Visiting Site

John Livingston and Jim Webb, both high school seniors, visit the Nebraska Legislature in Lincoln to observe the session and attend a Revenue committee public hearing. Bob Webb joins for a freshman’s view, with W. H. Puls, former state representative, speaking before the committee on assessor association bills. Mrs Puls and Glen accompany, with Mrs. Puls stopping at Weeping Water to visit her daughter.

Yeuesday John Livingston Jim Webb Lincoln Revenue Committee Bob Webb W. H. Puls County Assessors’ Association of Nebraska Assessors Association Puls Glen Robert H. Gray Livingston

Junior Woman’s Club Elects Officers at Plattsmouth

The Junior Woman’s Club met at Hotel Plattsmouth with 32 members present. Officers elected were Wilhelmina Henrichsen president Edith Solomon vice president Fern Jahrig secretary and Gertrude Vallery treasurer.

Dany Plattsmouth Wilhelmina Henrichsen Edith Solomon Fern Jahrig Gertrude Vallery

Flood Weather Reaches Clarinda Residents

Mr and Mrs W E Delaney of Clarinda Iowa visit relatives Mr and Mrs Edward Delaney at Coronado apartments while flood waters from the Nishna cause property damage and force residents to seek higher ground with stock and belongings as the river rises.

W.E. Delaney Clarinda Iowa Mr. Delaney Edward Delaney Coronado Apartments Nishna

Infant Death Shocks Newham Family

Mr and Mrs Russell Newham mourn the death of their infant son born Monday morning who passed away Monday afternoon at 4 oclock. The child was reportedly in good health until a sudden relapse led to the tragedy leaving the couple and many relatives in mourning.

Mrs Russell Newham

Plattsmouth Students Shine at Peru Music Contest

Plattsmouth high school music delegates impressed at the M I N E contest held at Peru State Teachers College. Allan White earned the top superior rating for trumpet, with several soloists and groups receiving excellent or good marks under instructor David Fowler.

Plattsmouth High School Department of Music Peru State Teachers College David Fowler Allan White Peggy Wiles Juanita Sigler Billie J. Sylvester Ralph Stava Stephen Devoe Joe York Glee Club

Funeral of P. T. Becker at First Presbyterian Church

Funeral services for the late P. T. Becker were held Saturday afternoon at the First Presbyterian church. Dr. H. G. McClusky delivered the sermon and Mrs. J. R. Reeder and Mrs. Hill Martin sang hymns. Organist Mrs. H. F. Goos accompanied. Pallbearers included Louis and Henry Born, Louis Baumgart, Joseph G. McMahen, Howard Fullerton, O. A. Anderson, and Fred Herbster. Interment followed at Oak Hill cemetery with Sattler Funeral Home in charge.

P. T. Becker First Presbyterian Church H. G. McClusky J. R. Reeder Hill Martin Jesus

Waller Couple Begin Southern Visit

Mr. and Mrs. D. E. Waller left Omaha Saturday for a several weeks trip through the south. Their itinerary includes Southern Florida, New Orleans, Jacksonville, Miami, and Palm Beach as they travel along the East Coast before returning home.

D. E. Waller Southland Florida South Omaha New Orleans Jacksonville Miami Palm Beach

Condemnation Ordered for Land in Murray

County Attorney Walter H. Smith is asked by the state highway department to begin condemnation on fifty six of an acre in Murray owned by Fred and Clara Drucker. This action aims to re locate and straighten No 1 at Murray and to build a new overpass by the state.

Walter H. Smith State Highway Department Murray Fred Clara Drucker

City Council Eyes Sale of Perkins House and Street Plans

The city council met with most members present to discuss finances and the potential sale of the Perkins House. A $2,375 bid from C R Olson for lots in block ten was approved, with plans to use proceeds for street and city improvements and a possible future swimming complex.

W. C. Tippens M. D. Brown Plattsmouth State Bank Olson W. M. Barclay O. Sandin Lushinsky Board of Health Tippens Tax and Property Committee Webb C. R. Olson J. H. Davis Fred H. Sharpnack Robert H. Gray Focal Vroman Chamber of Commerce Tickotter William Falk

Jaw injury at Twin Gables resort near Fort Crook

Carl Senf of this city sustained a severe left jaw fracture during an assault at the Twin Gables resort near Fort Crook Saturday night. He was transported to St. Joseph hospital in Omaha for X rays and treatment.

Carl Senf Twin Gables Fort Crook St. Joseph Hospital Omaha

Mrs Donat Suffering From Flu and Grippe

Mrs Edward Donat Sr is reported quite ill from flu and grippe at her home in the west part of the city. She is somewhat better now. Her daughter Mrs Emil Hovelka of Wahoo, who had been here, has returned home. During the illness she is cared for by her daughter Mrs Vern Hendricks.

Edward Donat, Sr Emil Hovelka Wahoo Donat Vern Hendricks

Throat illness confines local druggist Joseph Hadraba

Joseph F. Hadraba, a well known local druggist, was confined to his home on Monday and today due to a throat ailment. He remains under a physician care and is advised to rest quietly. Hope is held for improvement and a return to duties in a few days.

Joseph F. Hadraba Kadraba

Pretty Home Wedding at Weeping Water

Miss Doris Wolcott and J Morton Norris wed in Weeping Water with sixty relatives present. Rev W D Lenker officiated as guests enjoyed a fern and carnation mantle and a double ring ceremony. The couple will reside in Omaha where the groom works.

Doris Wolcott J. Morton Norris Omaha Rev. Leaker L. P. Wolcott Weeping Water John Norris W. D. Lenker M. E. Church LaVerne Gibson Harley Thursland Farm Bureau Evelyn Johnson Aurel] Cope Mary Pool Benny Philpot Wilbur Long Harlan Gibson Charles Hitchman Ord John Pilling Ruth Pilling Robert Pilling Chas. Hutchins Land Ruth Hutchins Lincoln Robert Wolcott Frank Wolcott Hastings Leone Swisher Dorothy Jean Swisher Albert Pool Howard Pool Wabash

Dies in California Le s lie Vroman 19

The Vroman family reports the death of Leslie Vroman aged 19 in Red Bluffs California. He had lived with his uncle Allard Vroman in Red Bluffs for two years and died last night at that place. His mother died five years ago and his father about two years ago.

Vroman Red Bluffs California Leslie Vroman Allard Vroman Leslie L. E. Vroman E. O. Vroman

Taken to Hospital for Operation

Mrs. Hillard Grassman was taken to Omaha on Wednesday for admission to St. Catherine's Hospital for an operation. She has not been in good health and the procedure is hoped to provide relief.

Hillard Grassman Omaha St. Catherine’s Hospital

Local Youth Undergoes Appendectomy At Clarkson

Joseph Highfield son of Mr and Mrs William Highfield was taken to Clarkson hospital last evening for appendicitis surgery. He withstood the operation well and is showing signs of improvement.

Joseph Highfield William Highfield Clarkson Hospital

Local sewing center head attends WPA convention in Lincoln

Mrs. William Woolsett travels to Lincoln to attend the WPA convention for three days with her husband and son William Jr. They went to York Nebraska for the funeral of Mrs. Woolcott's uncle Cc. R. Northup before returning to Lincoln. Mrs. Alice Bates oversees the sewing center in her absence.

William Woolsett Lincoln Woolcott William, Jr York Nebraska Cc. R. Northup Mr. Woolcott and Son Plattsmouth

Rotarians Learn Electric Developments From Rea

Rotary members heard Fred I. Rea district manager of Iowa Nebraska Light Power Co discuss electricity from its discovery to modern use. He traced lamp invention, city and farm electric needs, and how current aids labor saving tasks. Howard Baker and John Benton Livingston were recognized as school members. C A Rosencrans led the program.

Rotary Club Fred I. Rea Iowa-Nebraska Light & Power Co Rea Howard Baker John Benton Livingston C. A. Rosencrans

Funeral of John Hirz

Funeral services for John Hirz, longtime resident, were held Tuesday at Sattler funeral home. The First Presbyterian church offered scripture comfort as friends gathered. Frank A. Cloidt led two hymns with Mrs. H F Goos on piano. interment followed at Oak Hill cemetery. Pallbearers included Phillip Born, Louis Born, Orvill Kintz, W L Propst, Harry Shiffer, and J A Pits.

Sattler Fourth and Vine Streets John Hirz Hirz H. G. McClusky First Presbyterian Church Frank A. Cloidt Jesus H. F. Goos Oak Hill Cemetery Phillip and Louis Born Orvill Kintz W. L. Propst Harry Shiffer J. A. Pits

Wasley Suffering Flu After Illness

W. W. Wasley, recently up and around after six weeks of severe illness, has contracted the flu and been confined to bed for the past two weeks. He is improving and friends hope he will soon resume his usual activities.

W. W. Wasley

Sheriff and Mrs Mrasek Visit Lamont Iowa

Sheriff and Mrs Joe Mrasek with sons Howard and Robert visited relatives in Lamont Iowa on Sunday Enjoyed meeting many relatives and friends during the trip and spoke of a very fine outing in that area

Joe Mrasek Howard Robert Lamont Iowa

Closing dates for loans on 1938 corn

The original closing date of March 31 1939 for completion of loans on 1938 corn will not be extended. It is urged that all eligible applicants have requested loans completed prior to the final date.

Brockmeier Bornemeier Wedding at Eustis Nebraska

Dorothy Louise Brockmeier and Herbert F Bornemeier wed at St. John Lutheran church Eustis Nebraska on March 12 1929 in a double ring ceremony. Rev M Stricker officiated. Attendants Miss Mary Bornemeier and George Brockmeter. After a three course dinner the couple will reside in Murdock Nebraska where the groom farms.

Dorothy Louise Brockmeiier Gustav Brockmeier Herbert F. Bornemeier Harry Bornemeier Murdock St. John’s Lutheran Church Eustis Nebr Martha Schilling Magdalene Stricker Mary Bornemeier George Brockmeter Hollywood Louise Uebele Lena Wolf Alma Shurr Louie Siekfest Carl Bornemeter Carl Leland Donna Mae Alwin Bornemeter Elsa Mary Bornemeter Kenneth Gerdes

Miss Mary Swatek Illness Ties Omaha Traveler to Home

Miss Mary Swatek of Omaha has stayed with her parents Mr and Mrs W A Swatek for several days suffering a severe illness. She hopes to return to Omaha next week and is employed by Prudential Insurance Company.

Mary Swatek Omaha W. A. Swatek Prudential Insurance Company

Local Girl Undergoes Tonsil Adenoid Operation

Tuesday report from Dalk Thelma Manners daughter of Mr and Mrs Harold Manners underwent tonsil and adenoids surgery at a local physician's office. The young patient withstood the procedure well and is rapidly improving following the operation.

Dalk Thelma Manners Harold Manners

Petersons Visit During Lincoln Basketball Weekend

Mrs. Harold Peterson of Omaha spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Glen Vallery while son Peter attended Lincoln basketball tournament and coaches conference. He joined his wife Sunday and they returned to Omaha last evening.

Harold Peterson Omaha Parens Glen Vallery Peterson Lincoln

Mail Carrier III Sidelined by Illness

Thomas Ruby a rural route carrier at the local post office has fallen ill and remains at home under medical care. The condition requires continued rest and treatment.

Thomas Ruby Ruby

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Loup River District Hotel Plattsmouth Peru City Council Sale Perkins House Thorized Chicago Avenue Swander Nebraska City C. E. Welshimer C. E. Markham WPA Engineers John E. Schutz Monroe Schutz Platts. Water Corp Ria John Akuntie E. J. Richey lowa-Nebr Ivan Taylor D. L. Ramel George Taylor Iamee Ee Searl S. Davis Chicago Ave Tidball Lumber Co Warga Kroehler Hardware Charles Vallery F. R. Gobelman Glen Valliery Ray H. Wigsel Charles Crawford Ra Clinkenbeard Daly Brockmeier- Bornemeier
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