Beautification Effort Promotes Rural School Grounds
Mrs. William Schmidtmann leads rural school beautification visits with county superintendent Mrs. Lord Lloyd Kieck. District 72 forms Sunny Hill Flower Club on March 10 1939 to plant six flowers protect birds and improve grounds. Members plan bird houses plant trees exhibit flowers and hold field trips enhancing learning through nature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Schmidtmann, Jr
Garden Club
Lord Lloyd Kieck
Schmidtmann
Ann Harris
District 72
Sunny Hill
Joan Johnson
Minor Returns to Duty as Kankakee Water Co Manager
Danty Lynn O. Minor recently named manager and treasurer of the Kankakee Water Co in Kankakee Illinois departed last evening for duties in the Illinois city after visiting old friends here. Mr and Mrs Minor will move to Kankakee to establish their home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn O. Minor
Kankakee Water Co
Kankakee
Illinois
Four Pound One Ounce Son Born in Omaha
A four pound one ounce son was born Thursday at Anton Kani hospital in Omaha to Mr and Mrs K P Pence of this city. The mother and baby are doing well and the family circle is filled with joy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anton Kani
Omaha
K. P. Pence
Familly
Protect Bird Flight Patrols Guard Ducks Northward
Game wardens from federal and state agencies patrol along the Missouri and Platte Rivers to protect migrating ducks and geese as they move toward northern feeding grounds. They monitor to prevent hunting during migration and safeguard the birds' seasonal flight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
State
Missouri and Platte
Junior Chamber Session Discusses Committees and Restroom Proposal
The Junior Chamber of Commerce met in the Cass County district court room to elect committee chairs and review the Green River ordinance. Vincent Kelley presided as Joseph Knoflicek, George Dobson, Cecil Hennings, William Farney, and Robert Vallery were named committee heads. Clifford L. McKellips of Fairbury outlined a public rest room project’s finances and potential support from local groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Cass County Court House
Vincent Kelley
Joseph Knoflicek
George Dobson
Cecil Hennings
William Farney
Robert Vallery
Green River
Clifford L. McKellips
Fairbury
McKellips
Busy Pro bate Day Highlights Probate Actions
County court held a busy day in probate matters with several filings and settlements. Laura Gess sought appointment as administrator of Charles F Reichart estate, while Frank F Ross remains special administrator. Final settlement reached for Edward H Spangler estate with E H Spangler and Richard Spangler as co administrators. Guardian appointment sought for Edna Baker with Ralph L Nelson petitioning for Christina Nelson estate. C V Wallick of Weeping Water is proposed as administrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles F. Reichart
Laura Gess
Frank F. Ross
Louisville
Eastern Star Meets in Fort Crook area Chapter 189
The local Eastern Star Chapter No. 189 met at the Masonic temple, 7:30 pm, with a large turnout. A new member, Miss Dorothy Lightburn, a Fort Crook school teacher, was initiated and afterward refreshments were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Eastern Star
Masonic Temple
Dorothy Lightburn
Fort Crook
Cards of Thanks from the Renner Family
The Renner family expresses gratitude to those who helped after the brother and uncle’s passing and for flower contributions. They thank Frank Cloidt for songs and Rev. H. G. McClusky for comforting words, all of which will be long remembered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Cloidt
H. G. McClusky
Renner
State Conference on Recreation Held at Hotel Cornhusker
A state conference on leisure and public recreation will be held at Hotel Cornhusker on April 14 with a dinner featuring Eduard C. Lindeman, national WPA recreation director, as principal speaker. Delegates from communities across the state will discuss planning and services, guided by national leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
National Director of Recreation
WPA
Hotel Cornhusker
Eduard C. Lindeman
Works Progress Administration
Recreational Division
Plattsmouth Recreation Center
John P. Sattler, Sr
A. H. Duxbury
Fred Sharpnack
Lowell S. Devoe
Ed Schulhof
L. W. Egenberger
George Lushinsky
Plattsmouth
Appraisers Named in Loup River Power District Condemnation
County Judge A H Duxbury appointed a five member board to appraise land for the Loup River Public Power district condemnation action. Appraisers are W A Ost of Union Hall Pollard of Nehawka W G Boedeker of Murray John F Wehrbein and Henry F Nolting of Plattsmouth. Lands span from south of Greenwood to near Cedar Creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Duxbury
Loup River
Taken to Hospital After Sudden Illness
John M. Leyda, a well known attorney and abstractor, was taken to Omaha by the Sattler ambulance and admitted to Methodist hospital for observation and treatment after an attack of stomach trouble. He has been in ill health for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Leyda
Omaha
Sattler
Methodist Hospital
Plattsmouth High Completion Marks Third Quarter
Friday marked the end of the third quarter at Plattsmouth High School with exams held Thursday and Friday. The year is three-fourths finished and parents will receive pupils report cards next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth High School
Byron Golding Hospitalized for Treatment and Observation
Byron Golding was taken to Clarkson hospital Wednesday morning for treatment and observation. His deteriorating health in recent days necessitated hospitalization to relieve his illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byron Golding
Clarkson Hospital
College Work Offered by Plattsmouth High School
The University of Nebraska extension department assists adults and former students at Plattsmouth high school to pursue college work. Fifteen people are currently enrolled in this division working toward an advanced degree. Interested individuals should contact Mr. Lloyd Leyda to register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth High School
University of Nebraska Extension Department
Lloyd Leyda
Death of Will A. Oliver After a Short Illness
Will A. Oliver, 82, longtime Plattsmouth resident, died Thursday after a brief illness, joining his wife who died March 1. Born in London on September 15, 1856, he lived in Canada before settling in Plattsmouth fifty years ago. Survived by two sons Frank Oliver of Janesville and William Oliver Jr. of Louisville, two daughters Mrs. Charles Contryllan of Oshkosh and Mrs. Harry Henton nearby, plus a sister Mrs. Fred T. Ramee and several grandchildren. He worked in shops and farming before retirement, and had lately stayed with his daughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lfe
William A. Oliver
Mr. Oliver
London
England
New World
Canada
Plattsmouth
Harry Henton
Oliver
Frank Oliver
Janesville
Wis
William Oliver, Jr
Louisville
Charles Contryllan
Oshkosh
Fred T. Ramee
Funeral services for William A. Oliver at Horton Funeral Home
Funeral services for William A. Oliver, an old time community resident, were held Saturday at Horton Funeral Home on Seventh and Vine. Episcopal rites were led by Father George Tyner of Omaha. Hymns were sung by Mrs. John E. Schutz and Mrs. Rae F. Patterson. Pallbearers included Frank Toman Roy O. Cole Alvin Ramge John Alwin Earl Leesley and Frank Claus as the body was laid to rest in Oak Hill cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horton Funeral
Seventh and Vine Streets
William A. Oliver
George Tyner
Omaha
Oliver
John E. Schutz
Rae F. Patterson
Frank Toman
Roy O. Cole
Alvin Ramge
John Alwin
Earl Leesley
Frank Claus
Oak Hill Cemetery
Spring Travel Increases Jail Shelter Need
Police report a rise in shelter requests at the city jail as spring arrives. The warmer weather attracts travelers seeking warmer climes or job opportunities, with twelve people sheltered Thursday night and many seeking paths to continue travel.
Mrs Ruth Soennichsen Leaves for California Visit
Mrs. Ruth Soennichsen departed Wednesday evening for California for an extensive visit with old friends and relatives. She plans to rest and enjoy the coast’s scenes during her west coast trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Soennichsen
California
Tarkio Owlets Defeat Tarkio Alumni 44 to 26 in Charity Game
Tarkio College players from Tarkio and Tarkio Owlets edged a Plattsmouth high school alumni team 44 to 26 at Plattsmouth High School gym. Proceeds go to the Woman's Club milk and shoe fund, with strong play from Moose Armstrong and Reba guiding the Owlets to a solid second-half surge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarkio
Plattsmouth
Tarkio College
Tarkio Owlets
Woman's Club
Owlets
Moose
Armstrong
Reba
Blues
Don Cotnér
Rebal
Henry Donat
Donald Cotner
Joe Case
Stuart Porter
Kenneth Armstrong
Wayne Falk
Henry Canat
Robert Rummel
Dusty Rhodes
Ree Rebal
Robert Hayes
John Jacobs
Milk and Shoe Fund
Plattsmouth Declamatory Team Wins District Meet
Plattsmouth high school declamatory contestants won superior in the sub district at Auburn and competed in the district meet at Nebraska City Friday. The one act play Little Oscar featured Henry James Sandin Corrine Drucker Warren Reed Gussie Mary Helen Dill with Sandin named best actor among rivals Fremont Columbus Nebraska City and Schuyler attended. Lumir Gerner directed the group and Herbert Yenny of the University of Nebraska judged the contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth High School
Auburn
Nebraska City
Lumir Gerner
John Tidball
Oratory
Oscar
Henry
James Sandin
Josie
Corrine Drucker Ee
Warren Reed Gussie
Mary Helen Dill
Fremont
Columbus
Schuyler
Herbert Yenny
University of Nebraska
Cedar Creek Tree Planters Organize at Schoolhouse
The Cedar Creek Tree Planters club met on Saturday evening March 1 at the Cedar Creek schoolhouse for organization. Officers named include Robert Wagner president Lois Wagner vice president Shirley Mei singer secretary and Shirley Chamberlain reporter. Lester Wagner was named club leader with Robert Wagner as assistant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Creek Tree Planters Club
Cedar Creek
Robert Wagner
Lois Wagner
Shirley Meisinger
Shirley Chamberlain
Lester Wagner
Rhodes Receives Suspended Sentence For Assault Charge
Richard Rhodes charged with assault and battery in county court receives a ninety day sentence suspended under good behavior. The case notes a suspended term contingent on behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Rhodes
Fight fans attend Vinciquerra Belanger bout in Omaha
Arnold Lilie with Willard Oldjen Bruns of Scottsbluff went to Omaha Friday to see Vinciquerra versus Belanger. The bout ended abruptly in the first round with Belanger losing after a flurry of punches. Lillie had seen the previous meeting where Vinciquerra won on a decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arnold Lilie
Willard Oldjenbruns
Former Plattsmouth Woman Dies in California at 79
Mrs. Rose Krivanek, 79, a former Plattsmouth resident, died Sunday at her Los Angeles home after years of ill health. Born in 1860 in Austria, she came to America in 1889 and later settled in Plattsmouth before moving to California sixteen years ago. Surviving are four daughters Agnes Brabec Tony Krbel Anna Rose and four sons Victor Ed Joseph and George all in Los Angeles with extended family and a sister in Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rose Krivanek
Plattemouth
Los Angeles
California
Krivanek
Austria
Europe
America
Plattsmouth
Ray Baird
George
Burlington
Victor
Agnes Brabec
Tony Krbel
Anna
Rose
Joseph
Norine Schulhof
John Schulhof
Joseph Kanka
Peter Gradeville
Plattsmouth Fleet Ready For Summer River Work
The Lewis and McGregor depart winter quarters this week to prepare for summer duties on the Missouri river. The Lewis may return toward Rule, while the McGregor heads toward St. Marys Bend for dredging tasks. Winter months saw shared steam power. full crew returns as dredging resumes until fall, with Florence harbor and supply yard to serve as winter quarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis
McGregor
Plattsmouth
Rule
St. Mary's Bend
Florence
Replanting Lawn Work At American Legion Building
The lawn around the American Legion building on Vine Street has been dug up and harrowed in preparation for reseeding. Cliff Schafer and Clyde Jackson of the Legion oversee the project with hopes to restore the lawn by summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Vine Street
Cliff Schafer
Clyde Jackson
the Legion
Lugsch Cleaners Ad Mentioning 2 Garments and Price
The web classified note references Lugsch Cleaners offering cleaning for two garments at a special rate of 81 cents. It presents a brief promo with no additional details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lugsch Cleaners
Large funeral service for Vernon T. Arn Sr.
One of the citys largest attendances marked the Saturday service for Vernon T. Arn Sr at First Methodist Church. Union relatives and hundreds from Plattsmouth attended. Burial followed at Oak Hill as Masons conducted graveside rites. Arn born February 5 1882 in Clarington Ohio died March 22 1939, survived by Flora Anderson his wife four children a granddaughter and several siblings.
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Point
Vernon T. Arn
First Methodist Church
Union
Arn
Plattsmouth
J. C. Lawson
Masonic Quartet
Old Rugged Cross
Frank A. Cloidt
R. C. Cook
H. G. McClusky
R. W. Koorr
E. H. Wescott
Mr. Cloidt
Oak Hill Cemetery
Sattler Funeral Home
Masonic Order
A. H. Duxbury
Waldemar C. Loenrichsen
W. A. Bennett
Albert Funk
O. C. Hudson
Richard Avard
Omaha
Vernon T. Arn, Sr
Clarington
Ohio
Samuel
Mary
Nebr
Flora Anderson
Albert Krueger
Walter Speece
Vernon Arn, Jr
Beatrice Arn
Walta Jean Speece
Clara Arn
Robert Sell
Eva Shutts
RETURNS FROM THE WEST
T. E. Todd, a well known Plattsmouth resident, returns home from a winter trip to California. He visited Long Beach and other cities, noting flood and fire damage. He traveled with his brother Russell in a new Buick, while Russell remains in California visiting family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. E. Todd
Plattsmouth
California
Long Beach
Mr. Todd
West Coast
Russell Todd
Russell
Price family leaves Omaha for California home
Mr and Mrs Raymond M Price formerly of Omaha were in Plattsmouth visiting Their son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs E M Price left early this morning for California where they will make their home in the future
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond M. Price
Omaha
Plattsmouth
Mr. Price
E. M. Price
California
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Newson
Will A. Oliver
Will Oliver
Plattsmouth High Return
Cedar Creek Tree Planters
Rights For
V.T. Arn
M. E. Church
Town Hall
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