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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1939

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Worthan Lancaster Nuptials in Ulysses Nebraska

Miss Ruby Worthan daughter of Mr and Mrs Marlon Worthan Murray and Mr Raymond Lancaster son of Mr and Mrs Earle Lancaster Murray wed at Christian parsonage Ulysses Nebraska Rev C Loyd Shubert officiated Attendants Edythe Lushinsky and Gomer Worthan. luncheon afterward Bride wore rust crepe dress pink rose and sweet pea corsage Groom in dark suit. best man gray suit Attending Murray families only include Worthan Lancaster Seybolt Both couples return to Murray Plattsmouth high school alumni with many local friends.

Ruby Worthan Marlon Worthan Murray Raymond Lancaster Earle Lancaster Christian Parsonage Ulysses Nebraska C. Loyd Shubert Edythe Lushinsky Gomer Worthan Miss Lushinsky Marion Worthan Murray School Plattsmouth High School William Seybolt

Good Season for City Building and Real Estate Growth

The coming spring and summer promise strong building activity with many homes protected and residential sales rising after years of lethargy. New homes are being established and city tax lien properties are being purchased and remodeled, indicating a healthy, permanent resident class and a bright future for the city.

Card of Thanks from Spangler Family Murray Nebr

CARD OF THANKS we wish to take this method of sincerely thanking our many friends and neighbors for their kindness in helping us to save our home from destruction by fire on Thursday morning. Your assistance was greatly appreciated and will always be remembered. May we be ready to assist you in any time of need. Thank you. C. D. Spangler and family Murray Nebr.

C. D. Spangler Murray, Nebr D&w

Grassman family visits St Catherine's Hospital

From Saturday's report the Grassman family and children Jacqueline Robert and Donald with Norman Gamblin visited Mrs. Grassman at St Catherine's Hospital in Omaha. The patient was suffering but stood the shock of the operation well and remained in stable condition.

Hillard Grassman Jacqueline Robert Donald Norman Gamblin Omaha Mrs. Grassman St. Catherine's Hospital

Tonsillectomy Performed on Marion Farris

Marion Farris, son of Mr and Mrs Kenneth Farris of this city, underwent a tonsil removal operation this morning with his mother present during the procedure.

Marion Farris Kenneth Farris

Tax corn on market value, Lincoln official says

Lincoln March 18 State Tax Commissioner W H Smith stated that corn securing a loan should be taxed at market value like loanless corn. He rejected claims of exemption and warned that rising prices could let borrowers profit, emphasizing market value applies to mortgaged corn.

W. H. Smith Smith

Football is Promising at PHS for 1939

Spring football at PHS excites the athletic department as about fifty players from both high and junior high show interest. Coach B A Hoffman leads early workouts with signal practice. Key players include Steinkamp at fullback White and Favors at halfback Nobile at quarterback York and Davis at ends and Albee at center.

PHS B. A Hoffman Steinkamp White Favors Joe Nobile Joe York Corbin Davis Stava Powell Phillips Dall Warren Albee Bruno Reichstadt Matthew Sedlak Lars Larson Don Martin Stephen Devoe Harley Cottingham James Yelick

Plattsmouth Schools Thank Citizens for Transportation Help

The Plattsmouth public schools express gratitude for civic support in providing cars for transportation to inter-scholastic contests. Citizens have donated vehicles for basketball, football, debates, music, and other activities, with many parents also offering their time.

Plattsmouth

Elmwood man plead guilty to drunk driving in county court

Frank Hoffman of Elmwood admitted driving west on O street three miles east of Elmwood while intoxicated. He claimed a Syracuse sale earlier and two sandwiches and four beers. The court fined $50 plus costs and suspended his license for one year with possible revocation by the highway department.

Frank Hoffman Elmwood State Highway Patrol O Street Syracuse Highway Department

Grand Rural School Contest Final $25 Prize Drawn

Announcing a rural school contest with the tenth weekly prize of 25 dollars on Saturday March 25. After two weeks of voting all schools move toward the 250 dollar grand prizes to be awarded on April 8.

Plattsmouth Ladies Sail to Europe for Easter Tour

Misses Alpha and Gerda Peterson depart Plattsmouth for a long trip to Europe aboard the Rex sailing March 25. They will visit Jerusalem and other historic sites, tour the Holy Land, and spend time in Washington watching Congress before sailing. Alpha Peterson previously Cass County schools chief and Gerda Peterson a longtime postal clerk.

Alpha Gerda Peterson Europe America Jerusalem Holy Land Washington Congress Alpha Peterson Cass County Gerda

Pastor Sinkula Improves at Parents Home in Garfield Heights

The Holy Rosary congregation reports Pastor Rev. Joseph R. Sinkula showing good improvement at his parents home after electrical treatments. He hopes to return by May 1 if his health continues to improve following recent travel from New Mexico and a blizzard encountered en route.

Holy Rosary Joseph R. Sinkula Joseph Sinkula Father Sinkula New Mexico Alvin Ave Garfield Heights Cleveland Ohio

Young Ladies Athletic Club Meets in Plattsmouth

The Young Ladies' Athletic Club of Plattsmouth held its second meeting at the Recreation Center. Miss Edith Solomon presided and Miss Gertrude Vallery read the minutes. Members discussed aims and future activities including tennis fencing hiking boating and archery and invited all city young women to join for social and civic benefits.

Edith Solomon Gertrude Vallery Plattsmouth

Fire at country home causes smoke damage

A fire alarm at 4 30 am sent the local fire department to the Alvin Ramge farm home six miles south of the city. Firefighters found the fire already subdued by the family. An oil mop may have ignited a floor hole in the kitchen, causing smoke damage to the interior with little physical damage to the structure.

Alvin Ramge

Birth of a son to Mr and Mrs E A Rosen

The Clarkson hospital in Omaha welcomed a fine baby boy Tuesday to former local residents Mr and Mrs E A Rosen now of Omaha where he works in the automobile business. The family and friends here extend hearty congratulations.

Clarkson Omaha E. A. Rosen Rosen Ion

Death of Orville Renner Resident Here Forty Years

Orville Renner known as Mike died at Q K Parmele's home west of the city after a short illness. Born September 16 1879 at Mt Vernon Missouri he came to Plattsmouth in 1898 and lived here since. Survived by four sisters and three brothers. services set for Tuesday at 2 PM at Sattler funeral home.

Mt. Vernon Missouri Plattsmouth J. W. Sage Q. K. Parmele Renner Albert Stokes James Ault This City Robert Hichter Beyard Nebraska Silas Green Omaha Allen Renner Nelson Renner Rochester Minnesota Ted Renner Ocean City Washington Sattler Funeral Home

Farm Loan Conference Invites Local Association Presidents

Nelson Berger Nehawka C W Martin Greenwood and 8S Boyles Alvo join National Farm Loan Associations presidents in Omaha March 20 21 as guests of the Federal Land Bank. Charles McCamsey Land Bank president says Iowa eastern Nebraska presidents are invited. A separate meeting for South Dakota Wyoming western Nebraska is set for March 23 24. The talks focus on improving service to member borrowers and the land bank system.

Nelson Berger Nehawka C. W. Martin Greenwood C. Boyles Alvo National Farm Loan A Omaha Federal Land Bank Charles McCamsey The Land Bank National Farm Loan Iowa Nebraska South Dakota Wyoming Farm Loan Associations

Car Saved From Fire In Mynard Street Scene

Hackenberg brothers were relieved when a car on Main Street near Fifth and Sixth stoked smoke from a smouldering back seat. Bystanders opened the door and Frank Boetel with Bully Meisinger quickly extinguished the blaze.

Hackenberg Brothers Mynard Main Street Fifth Sixth Streets Frank Boetel Bully Meisinger

Plattsmouth Students Shine At Sub-District Declamatory Meet

Plattsmouth high school declamatory contestants earned four superior ratings at Auburn sub district contest. Allan White and Shirley Walling won superior in dramatic and humorous readings but were disqualified for time violations. One act play Little Oscar earned superior rating with Corrine Drucker named outstanding actress and James Sandin outstanding actor. John Tidball and others also posted high scores, with Peru college contest next.

Platttsmouth Allan White Shirley Walling Oscar Corrine Drucker James Sandin Henry Warren Reed Gussie Mary Helen Dill John Tidball Tidball Plattsmouth Junior Devoe Clayton Sack Professor Moore Peru Joder Auburn Lumir Gerner Robert Jacobs Peru College

Chamber of Commerce Head Ill With Flu

Attorney J. Howard Davis president of the Chamber of Commerce is confined to home with a severe attack of flu and grippe. He requires medical care and rest and could not preside at today’s directors meeting. Vice president F I L Rea acted in his stead.

J. Howard Davis Chamber of Commerce F. I L. Rea

Returns From The West To Spend Summer Here

Mrs. August Roessler returns from wintering in McCook Nebraska with daughter and family. She will arrange her home in the city and reside here for the summer season.

August Roessler McCook Nebraska

Community honors Pastor and wife at silver anniversary

The First Presbyterian Church fellowship room hosted a large reception honoring Dr. and Mrs. H. G. McClusky for 25 years of service in Plattsmouth. The event featured tributes from church members and dignitaries, musical numbers, and a silver purse presentation by Mrs. H. F. Goos.

Harry G. McClusky Plattsmouth First Presbyterian Church Woman’s Federation of the H. G. McClusky McClusky Federation Committee Frank A. Cloldt George Lushinsky R. W. Knorr Searl S. Davis George L. Farley C. A. Rawle Bertha Shopp C. A. Rawls H. F. Nolting P. T. Heineman Edward Wehrbein Virgil Perry Pearl Staats Richard Hitt J. W. Taenzler The Christian Church Masonic Dr. McClusky Frank A. Cloidt Raymond C. Cook FR. W. Knorr Methodist and Christian Churches Rotary Club Chamber of Commerce Chapter F P.E.O Pittsmouth A. F A. M H. F. Goos Sear S. Davis H. F. Gansemer Philip Hirz

Bates Book Store Stationery Surcharge Aids Journal Job Dept

Bates Book Store offers personalized stationery with initials or name printed on the box at a small extra cost. The Journal Job Department handles the customization and orders.

Bates Book Store

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Old World Alpha and Gerda Peterson Sailire Dattr Young Ladies’ Athletic Club of Alltheis Orville Renner Mike Farm Loan Conference Auburn High School
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