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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1920

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Burlington Section Hand Killed in Train Motor Car Crash

At 9 30 this morning freight train No 95 on Burlington tracks hit a motor car carrying Cedar Creek bridge men near Louisville. Charles Bullock 50 of Cedar Creek died instantly. Foreman Don Sohl was badly injured and likely to die. Conductor W E Brown oversaw the freight. Injured workers were taken to Lincoln Hospital. Rock Island trains had been detoured over Burlington since work began on the Rock Island bridge at South Bend.

Rock Island South Bend Louisville Burlington Burlington Bridge Charles Bullock Cedar Creek Don Sohl Bullock Lincoln Cedar Creek Bridge W. E. Brown Rock Island Bridge Meadow Oliver Missouri Pacific

County Bonds Scrutiny Urged by State Official

Nebraska taxpayers are urged to watch bond issuances by counties towns and schools after concerns over unsatisfactory transactions. The Lincoln state department of justice advises districts to keep records by their own officers or authorized agents and to require deposits in local banks for bond sales involving non residents or foreign firms.

Dally George R. Savies Lincoln State Department of Justice Nebraska

Bidder Requirements For State Contract Escrow

The bidder must be posited in escrow under the contract terms. Ensure the bidder’s financial responsibility and right to do business in the state. Require bonds kept in state until the bidder fulfills the contract obligations.

Frost Damages Main Street Paving Sparks Repair plans

Frost rising from the ground has lifted several sections of Main street paving and the cobblestone pavement in front F. P. Busch's store by several feet. Roller tamping will be required once weather permits.

Main F. P. Busch

Presbyterian Ladies Entertained at Church Parlor Event

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Presbyterian church was pleasantly entertained Wednesday afternoon at the church parlors by Mesdames G. L. Farley C. E. Hartford and E. A. Wurl. Decorations featured Easter themes with flowering plants and new ornamental screens used for the first time. A business meeting preceded a social hour with dainty refreshments served by the hostesses.

The Presbyterian Church Mesdames G. L. Farley C. E. Hartford E. A. Wurl

Oldest Plattsmouth Resident Recovers From Injury

Albert ONeill, a long time Plattsmouth resident and early settler descendant, has recovered from injuries after being struck by a Missouri Pacific passenger train weeks ago. He returned home to Omaha, uses a sling, and reports improved health.

Albert O'Neill Missouri Pacific Omaha Mr. O'Neill Plattsmouth Drury Graves

May Lose Sight Of His Left Eye

James Gilmour son of Mr and Mrs W L Gilmour of this city recently injured his left eye while cutting wire on his uncle John J Gustin s farm near Murdock A fragment struck him injuring the eyeball and likely destroying sight His mother Mrs Gilmour left for Murdock to assist in his care Friends here express concern but hold out hope for recovery despite the doubtful outlook.

James Gilmour W. L. Gilmour John J. Gustin Murdock Gilmour

Free Bridge Over Platte Advocated by Residents

Prominent residents push for a free automobile and wagon bridge over the Platte River. A petition is circulating among auto owners and travelers to be presented to the county commissioners. They note state and federal funds reach the highway but not the final bridge if privately owned.

Platte River Board of County Commissioners Cass Sarpy County Omaha Good Roads Sarpy Omaha-Kansas City

Birthday celebration honors two local gentlemen at Wiles Beeson home

Mrs. Wiles and Mrs. Beeson hosted a B H W club gathering at the Luke L Wiles residence in honor of Mr. Wiles and Judge Beeson celebrating birthdays. Guests enjoyed a six o'clock four course dinner served by the hostesses daughters with candles on birthday cakes marking the years.

Luke L. Wiles Wiles Allen J. Beeson B. H. W. Club Judge Beeson Mr. Wiles Elizabeth Grace Virginia Helen Beeson Marguerite Wiles Meir

Honoring the Helping Hands at a Social Club Dinner

The group thanked helpers and associates with tokens of esteem and enjoyed a theater party at the Parmele to see Bird of Dise. Attendees included Mrs. William Baird and several Beers, Wiles, and Hill families.

Parmele Messera William Baird Allen J. Beeson E. H. Westcott Robert B. Hayes L. L. Wiles J. E. Wiles T. F. Wiles Omaha E. Co. Hill Beemer Thering Hoorr

Death of George H. Becker Today

George H. Becker died at 4:15 PM after a week of illness from pneumonia and flu complications. The 55 year old Plattsmouth resident had lived in the area most of his life and left three sisters and three brothers as survivors. His funeral arrangements were not disclosed.

George H. Becker Mr. Becker Alvor H. J. Miller Perkins Hotel J. H. Becker Becker Long Beach California George A. Kaffenberger Lincoln C. T. Peacock Frank A. Cloidt William A. Becker Philip T. Becker H. E. Becker George Frank Brinkman H. J Miller Alvo

Death Notice: George Evans Succumbs in Chicago

B. B. Daniher learns of the Chicago death of his nephew George Evans age thirty five. Evans, long employed by the Burlington in Chicago, leaves a wife and two children. He was also a nephew of Mrs. E. F. Grimes of Omaha.

B. B. Daniher Chicago George Evans Evans Burlington E. F. Grimes Omaha

Two More Candi Dates Withdraw From Race

The city government race loses two nominees Roy W. Knorr Republican for city treasurer and Guy W. Morgan Democrat in the first ward council race both declining to run citing sacrifice and workload concerns.

R. W. Knorr Guy W. Morgan McElwain Roy W. Knorr

Bank burglary at Greenwood tested burglars proof safe

Peace officers inspected a Greenwood First National Bank burglary claim and found the so called burglar proof safe withstood three explosive charges. The bank reported about 150 dollars in cash missing with bonds and stamps likely totaling under four thousand dollars. Registered government bonds are expected to be replaced if needed.

Dali Greenwood National Bank Kansas Nebraska Kansas Gang Greenwood Bank Yeggs Vegimen State Journal

Circus Days Coming Soon as Sells Floto Train Reaches City

The Sells Floto circus special train arrived by the Burlington through the city signaling the circus season opening. One of America's largest circus organizations, it has delighted thousands of families in prior tours.

Sells-Floto Company Burlington America

Couple United in Marriage at Court House

Yesterday afternoon County Judge Beeson officiated for Miss Ruth Monroe and Mr. William R. Steinke as they wed. The couple plans to make their home in Omaha. the bride is the daughter of ...

Beeson Ruth Monroe William R. Steinke Omaha

Marriage Notice for Frances Hell and Louis Meisinger

The bride Frances Hell daughter of Mr and Mrs Wendell Hell Cedar Creek will marry Louis G Meisinger son of John Meisinger. The license was issued in the county court. the bride’s parents reside in Wyoming.

Mer E. Monroe Pacifo Junction Tresent Wyoming Louis G. Meisinger Frances M. Hell Cedar Creek Wendell Iejt John Meisinger

Parmele Sells Five Horses to Will Farm Setup

Q. K. Parmele yesterday disposed of five head of his horses to A. B. Whi, and the stock will be removed to Mr. Will's farm for work there. Parmele's well-regarded stock and good judgment secured premium animals for the sale.

Q. K. Parmele Will

Frank Schmarder Wins Third Fall Over Cal Woods

Louisville wrestler Frank Schmarder added another victory by pinning Cal Woods of Stanton for the decisive third fall. Woods weighed about 210 pounds to Schmarder’s 175, with Woods using head scissors and wrist lock in the first fall, a toe hold in the second, and a head scissors with bar arm lock in the final 24 minutes. Referee Lee Fickler oversaw the match and Andy Lechmarder was present.

Frank Schmarder Louisville Cal Woods Stanton Woods Schmarder Sehmarder Lehmwerder Frank Lee Fickler Andy Lechmarder

Journal a valuable adjunct to housekeeping

Adam Meisinger a Cedar Creek farmer visited with his mother and daughter in law and enrolled his son Rudolph Meisinger for the Journal for the coming year. Rudolph and his bride start housekeeping and will rely on the Journal as a valued asset for their new home.

Adam Meisinger Cedar Creek J. H. Meisinger Ralph Meisinger

Journal office handles stationery line calls

The notice indicates that any calls regarding the stationery line should be directed to the Journal office. It specifies where to reach the staff and how to place inquiries or orders.

Journal

First Presbyterian Church Reopens After Redecoration

The First Presbyterian Church in the city has been redecorated with an interior featuring cream walls and dark mahogany trim. N K Peoples completed the decorative work in the main auditorium while auxiliary efforts by the Ladies Organization supported varnishing in the Sunday school basement.

Ladies Organization of Church First Presbyterian Church N. K. Peoples

Milk cows for sale and red clover seed offered

Two good milk cows just fresh offered at Murray by Theo Bouton. Also three bushield of red clover seed re cleaned priced at $20 per bushel by O A Ramge. Telephone 513 tiw. Daily Journal is 1sc per week.

Murray Theo. Bouton O. A. Ramge

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