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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1933
Page
3
M G Bacon cashier of the First National Bank at Lori mer, Des Moines, jailed on a federal embezzlement charge during a banking holiday. Officers say the shortage totals 25000 with $10000 alleged misappropriated and a plan to restore the deficit is underway.
Miss Carolyn Kalasek and Ray Recek left for Burwell Nebraska to visit Mr and Mrs John Kalasek and their son Richard Duane whose illness is reported as very serious. Friends send regards and hope for recovery.
Attorney Carl D Ganz of Alvo was in the city for a short time to look after matters at the court house. The Bank of Alvo, where he is cashier, opened this morning for business and will operate without restrictions after a delayed first day.
Hastings Nebraska D A R delegates pass a resolution opposing U S recognition of Soviet Russia and send the summary to President Roosevelt. The action follows a speech by Robert M Armstrong Auburn department commander of the American Legion condemning communistic influence. Mrs H J Cary of Kearney is named regent with a slate of officers and ballots taken midweek with results announced Thursday afternoon.
Last evening Mr and Mrs Earl Brittain were summoned to Omaha as the mother of Mrs Brittain grew critically ill at the hospital after a period of illness.
Joe J. Weber departs Sunday to Rogers Nebraska to locate and operate a produce station there and expects to be operating by Wednesday.
Local residents report illnesses including Mrs. O F Peters and Rosemary Peters while many families from Greenwood and nearby towns visit relatives in Lincoln Ashland and Eagle. Movements include Mrs Dwayne Gribble relocating here and several trips to Plattsmouth Glenwood and North Platte for business and aid.
Local notice advertises cash payments for cream at the top price in Lincoln. Shoppers are urged to bring cream for immediate cash offers and maximal value.
On March 1 a group of friends and relatives gathered at Mrs. Dora Leezley's home to celebrate Mrs. Katie Woodruff's birthday with a noon covered dish luncheon. The afternoon included visiting and a birthday song with several attendees named.
The Miller Cereal Mills of Omaha store about 50 000 bushels in a local crib purchased through Rex Peters. They are adding a roof to protect the grain and have ceased purchases in this area and at Alvo where they hold nearly as large stocks.
Last Thursday the Greenwood High School basketball team traveled to Ashland for formal suit portraits. The scene captured the players' neat appearance and reflected on their many victories that made posing easy and pleasant.
The Rebekahs of this place held a regular meeting last Thursday with a lively session. Following the gathering they enjoyed social time a fine supper and engaging card games.
Mrs. F. G. Gustafson, hospitalized in Lincoln for several days, returned home last week with a healthy baby daughter. The couple celebrate a double happiness as mother and child are both doing well.
The contract to straighten Salt Creek, noted as very crooked and winding, will be awarded Thursday, March 23. Successful bidders will receive their heavy machinery timers and details at the site.
The project aims to begin straightening the creek bed from the Lancaster to the Saunders county line as soon as possible once spring arrives. The creek has already been straightened in Lancaster county.
Last week postmistress Miss Catherine Coleman purchased the residence of Mr and Mrs Joseph Kyles. The property is described as desirable and likely to rent easily if she chooses to rent it.
Lincoln prices at ten cents prompted McDonald to pay twelve, then fourteen cents per pound of butter fat. He continues to offer better rates than Lincoln to capital city dealers, earning strong business due to prompt cash payments and good treatment.
The W H M society of the M E church met with Mrs P A Sanborn on March. The group studied American Indian education and observed Lent. Visitors included Madam R A Thompson state president J F Gilmour J F Hallstrom Gertrude Killer Laura Lyons of Lincoln and Dlene Frazier of Greenwood. The next meeting is set for the second Thursday in April with Mrs A E Leesley.
Secretary Swanson said rapid buildup to treaty limits depends on Roosevelt’s economy plans. No subordinates consulted and no construction arrangements set. Final decision rests with the president. Admiral Pratt remains at CNO until May 1 at their request.
Farm near Cedar Creek road west of the city reports another poultry theft. Sheriff Sylvester and Deputy Lancaster respond to calls from affected residents but fail to locate the robbers who had time to flee before discovery of the loss at John Halmes’ farm.
Dr. Paul F. Cadman of the University of California credits Berkeley newspapers with stabilizing public confidence during the bank holiday. He says the calm factual reporting prevented panic and supplied bankers and the general public with exact information on Washington.
Be.M. Ruby of near Weeping Water stopped in Milwaukee today to renew his Journal subscription. He reports his son Bernard Ruby now at radio station WISN Milwaukee and still part of Cousin Paul and John Holden on the Crazy Crystal program.
Copy furnished from Office of County Agent Wainscott, outlining county farming updates and agricultural advisories.
The Sunny Side Garden Club of Murray met to organize for the year with Me. W. E. Mackey again leading. He expects about twenty members and urges Cass county towns to form 4-H garden clubs for youth benefit and community ties.
The Super Swine Producers and the Weeping Water Dairy Calf club met last week. Nine members joined the pig club and seven joined the dairy club. Warren Fager of Avoca leads both clubs. prospective members may contact the county agent or the club leader.
Cass County 4-H clubs report feeding well over fifty baby beeves this year as interest shifts from swine to beef due to hog price discouragement. Members who stick with their best project tend to see rewards next fall through improved stock.
L L Frisbie reported that over 90 percent of 4 H club enrollment in 1933, tracked by the state club office in Lincoln, comes from Farm Bureau and county 4 H committees. He noted the pattern mirrors ten year trends and warned that without county agents clubs likely fade as voluntary leaders cannot sustain costs or time.
Farmers inquire about smut control in oats and barley. Formaldehyde treatment uses one pint per 40 to 50 bushels, either sprayed or used as a dry method, to protect grain germination and crop yield.
The note recommends covering formaldehyde solution for six hours then drying or seeding. It advises purchasing formaldehyde in sealed cans or bottles and asks readers about temporary pastures to replace droughty bluegrass. It directs writing the Farm Bureau office for Pasture Circular 102 for solutions.
A 4 H Fix It Club with fourteen members was organized in Alvo. Both boys and girls join, with Marie Franks as president Ellsworth Dodrill vice president Marie Dodrill secretary Opal Frank pianist Rosa Williams reporter Mrs Glenn Lewis leads the club assisted by Mr Lewis Interest in the Fix It project grows and more clubs are expected this spring County extension agents are available for interested residents.
In Ohio, thousands of workers were called back as banks reopened or expanded. Thompson Products Cleveland plans to recall 300 to 400 workers, Cleveland Graphite Bronze hires more, Fisher Bodies signals 3,000 former employees back, and Toledo Chevrolet restarts with 1,500+ workers. Youngstown scrap yards add fifty, and Steubenville plans growth at a West Virginia mill. New York reports buoyant commerce and improving retail demand, as confidence edges up per Dun and Bradstreet and Mercantile Review.
The passage argues history shows market fluctuations eventually shift despite current price extremes. It emphasizes long term trends over short term spikes and urges patience amid volatility.
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