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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1920
Page
1
The annual meeting of stockholders for the Plattsmouth Loan and Building Association convened last night to review the year’s performance. Officials reported a splendid showing for the past year with steady Loan activity and member support.
Plattsmouth stockholders meet to elect officers after reporting a major rise in business since 1919 with loans totaling 294 553 25 and monthly stock payments at 210 896.00. Secretary T M Patterson praised for steady leadership as E P Lutz becomes president and R A Bates vice president.
Two young residents Glenna Dixon and Rae McMahen wed quietly on Saturday evening March 23 with Rev. A V Hunter officiating at his home. County judge office kept secret, news spread via close friends. The ceremony occurred in this city and was later reported in Sidney Iowa news.
Friends of Mr. and Mrs. McMahen offer congratulations as they begin married life. The bride, a high school teacher, is praised for her work and may continue leading her department this term. The groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. McMaken, is described as diligent and popular.
The mothers day gathering of the W C T U was held yesterday afternoon at Mrs F B Shopp’s West Marble street home. Miss Lucy Arnold assisted, Grandma Shopp presided in prayer, and Mrs J E Wiles led the program due to sickness. Papers by Mrs J G McChunsky and others covered mothers day topics, with a duet by Miss Genevieve Whelan and Mason Wescott. Refreshments followed.
The petition of M. S. Briggs to run for Cass County judge has been filed with County Clerk George R. Sayles. Briggs, a Cass County bar member since 1894, is described as honest and trustworthy and will enter the nonpartisan primary race. No other filings have occurred yet though incumbent County Judge Beeson has petitions awaiting filing to join Briggs.
Mrs. Henry Kaufmann placed a fine new monument in Oak Hill cemetery in memory of her husband who died here several months ago. The Cass County Monument works designed and erected the piece by H. W. Smith. It is praised as a handsome lasting work.
Dan W. Coffey of Omaha died suddenly while walking home from work at age 50. He had lived in Omaha fifteen years with sister Mrs. C H Olsen and was active in Ak-Sar-Ben affairs. His body was to be returned to this city for funeral at St John’s Catholic Church with burial in the Catholic cemetery.
The county clerk reports growing filings for delegates to the republican county convention and for the county central committee as filing closes. Ward by ward, candidates include William Weber S H Shumaker J H McMahen M L Friedrich and Mayor Schneider aiming for delegates. J E Wiles Mrs Robert Ward J E Douglass and O C Hudson seeking delegates. Hudson and Mrs E H Wescott as committee reps. Fourth ward lists Lee Conner and M E Manspeaker. fifth ward shows several candidates including Robert Harris Oscar York and Miss Petersen for delegates and B C Hyde as committeeman.
Five pedigreed Poland China pigs for sale farrowed Sept 20 weighing 170 pounds each. Price 40 dollars. Call telephone 3513. A. O. Ramge.
Central building pupils held a Friday morning debate on the subject Should Foreign Emigration be Further Restricted with Margaret Jay as capit.
The affirmative side won after a spirited discussion with Stewart Chase as captain of the negative side. Caroline Schulhof and Morris Whittiker assisted the affirmative, while Fred Duda and Joe Stenner aided the negative. A second debate is planned next Friday morning with Margaret Jay Caroline Schulhof and Joe Stenner debating the same question for the eighth grade.
John Richardson the ferryman notes unusually late river ice this year. He crossed from Nebraska to Iowa on Wednesday over ice from Burlington station opposite. By March 11 the river began breaking up and the ice moved. once conditions permit the ferry will resume serving as the link between this part of the state and Iowa.
The Odd Fellows banquet in Louisville drew many Plattsmouth residents. Jas H. Short of Plattsmouth gave an address with his wife and niece present. The gathering featured songs readings and music by the Nichols orchestra and concluded with a luncheon and social hour.
Two good milk cows just fresh offered at reasonable prices. Also three bushels of red clover seed re cleaned for $30 per bushel. Contact C A Ramee by telephone 513. tf tiw
The Ep iscopal head in eastern Nebraska Rev Ernest V. Shayler of Omaha visited the city to lead a quiet day service for St Luke's women and preach at the 7 45 mid week service. He urged Christian life to curb national unrest and called for church involvement in national uplift. The bishop spoke to a large audience at the church and then visited with local families before continuing to York for services.
Clarence L. Beal filed a petition with County Clerk George R. Sayles to place his name on the April 20 primary ballot for district court clerk. He will face incumbent James M. Robertson in the Republican primary. Beal previously served as deputy in the clerk’s office, served in the navy in 1918, and then worked for Burlington in the city.
On March seventeenth, commonly celebrated as St Patrick’s Day, Mrs M G Baird marked seventy four years since her birth. Daughters G L Farley F A Jones of Ruskin and Carrie Estelle Baird hosted a gathering with friends and neighbors to honor the occasion.
The district court heard John C. Linderman's application for a restraining order against Jess W. Bashus and others to stop entry or molestation of land claimed along the Missouri river bottoms near the pumping station. The land has grown through river debris to multiple thousands of acres amid squatters and disputes with original settlers. Judge Begley took the matter under advisement after arguments, with a later date to be set.
John Cory proprietor of the Perkins hotel is a cousin of senior Nebraska senator G M Hitchcock. Mrs Isabelle Cory mother of John Cory was a first cousin of Senator P W Hitchcock and a longtime friend of the relative. The kinship explains Cory's interest in Nebraska politics.
W F Morrison, longtime resident noted for leadership in the 1870s and 1880s, dies after lengthy tenure in the city. The obituary recalls his public service and community involvement during those decades.
William F. Morrison known as Frank to locals died in Osceola Texas aged over eighty five. Born August 24 1824 he was city marshal and meat market operator in early Nebraska days. A renowned mechanic he built a self propelling canal boat that drew attention nationwide. Survived by son Charles F. Morrison of Kansas City and granddaughter Edna Morrison in Nebraska. brother of James E. Morrison prominent pioneer lawyer.
Mrs. A. F. Smith, wintering with her son H. W. Smith, leaves for Lancaster Wisconsin after learning her father in law Thomas Smith has died at age 83. The family races to attend funeral as business blocks needed travel time.
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