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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1925

Page

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Youth Loses Arm in Pacific Junction Railroad Accident

Glen Lee a sixteen year old from Aurora Illinois lost his left arm in a Burlington yard incident at Pacific Junction while attempting to cross between cars on a moving freight. He fell onto the track before a wheel severed his arm. he was taken to the depot for medical aid and survived though disabled. Lee and two companions were riding freights home after seeking work. the two left the train when it slowed and returned to aid their injured friend.

Burlington Pacific Junction Glen Lee Aurora Illinois West Young Lee Chicago Lee

Home Suffered Invasion by Fruit Thieves Near Burlington Shops

A morning raid at Mrs. Ben Hankinson’s Lincoln Avenue home near the Burlington shops was foiled when Hoy Stewart of the Plattsmouth Steam Laundry spotted intruders trying to hide canned fruit. The robbers fled toward the railroad yards as Stewart alerted the residents. no one was harmed and the family awoke to the botched theft.

Ben Hankinson Lincoln Avenue Burlington Shops Hoy Stewart Stewart Plattsmouth Hankinson Place Celarway Hous Mr. Stewart Hankinson

Card of Thanks for Community Support After Death

The family of G. W. Shrader expresses deep thanks for sympathy, flowers, and services following their father and grandfather's death. Special gratitude to Rev. Teylor and the Masonic quartet, Plattsmouth Masonic lodge, and many neighbors and organizations including the Christian Aid Society of Murray, the Social Workers Flower Club, and Y. M. B. C. of the Presbyterian church. Children and grandchildren note appreciation for all acts of kindness.

Teylor Masonic Quartet Masonic Lodge Plattsmouth Christian Aid Society of Murray Social Workers Flower Club Etta Nickles John Cory R. W. Knorr G. W. Morgan Lee Sharp Frank R. Gobeman Willam Gilmour T. P. Livingston Harry Kruger Chriswisser W. P. Hutchinson The Presbyterian Church G. H. Gilmore R. H. Frans G. W. Shrader

Advertise Your Wants in the Journal for Results

A brief notice urges readers to place wants in The Journal to attract responses and trade. It promotes quick results by listing desired items or services and contacting thePaper office for ads.

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Aged Resident Ill in City Neighborhood

Claus Boetel senior, aged eighty, is seriously ill at his northwest city home, after celebrating his birthday on February 27. He has long resided here and is staying with his son Claus Boetel Jr. at 13th and Timber streets, causing worry to family and friends.

Claus Boetel Boetel Mr. Boetel Claus, Jr 13Th Timber Streets

Burke Gets Sixty Days In County Jail For Possession

Nebraska case State versus Walter Burke ends after jury is impaneled. Defense wins motion to strike third offense charge. Burke enters a plea of guilty to possession of intoxicating liquor and is sentenced to sixty days in the county jail plus costs. He is remanded to the sheriff to serve the sentence and cover costs.

State of Nebraska Walter Burke Joseph A. Capwell Burke E. P. Stewart

Mrs Nora Egenberger Undergoes Operation at Clarkson Hospital

Mrs Nora Egenberger of this city underwent an operation at Clarkson Hospital in Omaha for a long standing ailment. The procedure was not serious and doctors expect it to restore her to better health. Her father Dr L Martin and sister Mrs Ralph Wiles were with her during the operation.

Fridey Clarkson Hospital Omaha Nora Egenberger

Old Time Parlor Suite Shown At Christ & Christ

A six piece walnut parlor suite with haircloth upholstery from 1850 to 1870 is displayed in the Christ and Christ window on South Sixth Street. The set consists of a rocker two straight backs an arm chair a large settee and a small rocker. It originated from a fine Omaha home and has drawn notable attention from pedestrians.

Christ & Christ Furniture South Sixth Street Christ Omaha Metropolis

Statutory Case On Today Before District Court

From Thursday's Daily the district court heard Ruth Sutton versus Lester Sherman over a child’s parentage. Sherman testified he met Sutton in December 1923 with no intimate relations. Jury deliberated and returned a verdict finding Sherman guilty as charged in the later case.

District Court Ruth Sutton Lester Sherman Bereley Sutton Mr. Shermen Earle Lester Vincent Lincoln Alvo State of Nebraska Walter Burke

Man Charged After Bus Crash Assault Incident

Glenwood Tribune reports Ed Briley of Mills county provoked a school bus crash by throwing a brick at driver Jr Johnson as the bus passed. Johnson was cut. a girl broke an arm. several children were bruised. A warrant accuses Briley of assault to commit murder.

Ed Briley Mills Creunty Onawa Briley Johnson Brisey Lee Glenwood Tribune

Utter Named Junior Councillor In Lincoln DeMolay

DeLeaugh Utter was elected junior councillor of the Lincoln De Molay chapter at a Scottish Rite temple meeting. His installation and Mil ton Buechner as senior councillor and George Fitzsimmons as master councillor will occur at the convocation next Tuesday. The event starts at 6 with banquet, initiation of new members, and installation of officers. speakers include John Ricker, retiring master councillor.

DeLeaugh Utter Lincoln DeMolay Scottish Rite Temple Milton Buechner George Fitzsimmons John Ricker Lincoln Star

Insurance settlement for Dwyer household goods fire loss

D C Morgan of Union Fire Insurance paid D C Dwyer 1700 dollars for the policy on his household goods destroyed in a recent fire. The swift settlement pleased Mr Dwyer.

D. C. Morgan Union Fire Insurance Company of Lincoln D. C

Fire department responds to trash fire near Eleventh and Timber

Yesterday afternoon the fire department was called to the northwest part of the city where a trash fire grew large enough to threaten a nearby wooded tract. Residents acted quickly and firefighters contained the blaze, urging early calls in case of fire.

Eleventh Timber Streets

National Klan Konklave Set for July Fourth in Belle Fourche

The Ku Klux Klan national konklave will be held July 4 in Belle Fourche South Dakota. R L Bronson, secretary of the tri state round up, announced the event today.

S. D Knights of the Ku Klux Klan Belle Fourche R. L. Bronson Tri-State

Farm residence saved after major barn fire near Four Mile Creek

A Wednesday fire at Thomas Wiles farm west of town consumed a cob house and large chicken coop. John Stander and family along with neighbors fought the blaze as sparks repeatedly set the roof, but the residents escaped serious damage and count themselves lucky.

Thomas Wiles John Stander Four Mile Creek Mr. Stander Mr. Wiles

Celebrate Forty Ninth Wedding Anniversary And Mr Youngs Birthday

At the D A Youngs country home east of Murray a family gathering honored the forty ninth wedding anniversary of the couple and the seventy fourth birthday of Mr Young. Guests included Ona Lawton Lyle Lawton Lena Lyman and daughters A A Young Guy White W R Young and others. The couple wed in Piscataway on March 22 1876 with William H Newell the county judge officiating.

D. A. Youngs Murray Mr. Young Young Piscsmouth William H. Newell Miami Florida Roy Fuller Abe Hore Ona Lawton Nebraska William Young Wass Brents Anna Mann William Mann Rock Bluffs

Surprise Auxiliary visit energizes Bach elor Posts meeting

Fifteen Auxiliary members surprised the Legion gathering at St Luke's undercroft with food and coffee. The event spurred plans for a bugle and drum corps led by Anton Bajeck and Ed Schulhof. The finance drive resumes with spring, and the Forty and Eight proposal is postponed for a larger turnout. The annual Legion banquet is set for April 15 with notable speakers and entertainment.

American Legion St. Luke's Aken Legion George Pierce Anton Bajeck Ed Schulhof

For Sale White Wrandotte eyes for hatch ing

Plattsmouth phone 3005. George Privett Cedar Creek Neb offers forsale item descriptions with damaged text and partial contact details.

Plattsmouth George Privett Cedar Creek Neb Staw

First District Convention of Women's Clubs in Plattsmouth

Members of the Plattsmouth Women's Club prepare for the twenty-second unrest convention of the Nebraska Federation of Women's Clubs. Sessions run March 31 to April 2 at First Methodist Church with district president Mrs. E. Yont presiding. Local committee heads include Mrs. P. J. Flynn and others overseeing entertainment reception decoration music press trash and transportation.

Plattemouth P. J. Flynn L. B. Egenberger Alien J. Beeson W. F. Huneke BE. H. Wescott C. A. Rosencrans J. T. Beeley F. E. Proutz Searle Davia J. A. Daugherty, Jr Pawnee City Helen Wescott Edgar Westott Paul C. Perryman A. A. Brooks Lincoln Damian Flynn Hinstra Parliamentary Round Table R. C. Blanchard Roy Hensel Deshler A. D. Caldwell General Federation E. B. Penny Nebraska

Hearing in County Court Over Non Support for Frank Tyo

Yesterday in county court Judge A B Duxbury heard Frank Tyo of Louisville charged with non support of his wife and family. The court set a $200 bond to ensure compliance with court orders on family care and Tyo remained in custody of Sheriff E P Stewart until bond conditions were met.

A. B. Duxbury Frank Tyo Louisville W. G. Kieck Mr. Tye E. P. Stewart

Farm Residence Destroyed by Fire Near Alvo

On Wednesday afternoon the Axmaker farm four miles north and one west of Alvo suffered a blaze that destroyed the residence garage and chicken house. The origin is unknown but suspected to start from an incubator. Fire spread quickly in high wind, destroying second floor furniture. loss estimated between 8000 and 30000 dollars. John Keil and family occupied the farm. neighbors fought the flames but could not stop spread.

Axmaker Farm Alvo John Keil

Mrs Joseph Schiessl Operated On At Clarkson In Omaha

Mrs Joseph Schiessl of the city underwent surgery yesterday at Clarkson hospital Omaha for an ingrowing goutre. The procedure gave her family strong hopes for a speedy recovery as she has rallied nicely. Her son George Schiess of Frankfort SD and sister-in-law Miss Elsie Darno of Wausa NE are staying in Omaha to visit.

Thursaday Joseph Schiessl Clarkson Hospital Omaha Schiess George Schiess Frankfort John Darno Mina, Schiess Wausa Nebreske Elsie Darno

Menchau Couple Return Home From Visit

Mr and Mrs Ben Menchau of Eagle visited at the home of WW T Smith parents of Mrs Menchau and have returned to their western county home.

Ben Menchau Eagle WW. T. Smith

Death of John N Carter OC curs in West

John N Carter born March 15 1869 on a farm east of Weeping Water died March 13 1925 in Kearney Nebraska aged 56. He married Alice O Brien in 1897 producing two children who died in infancy. wife died 1914. He remarried Katie Jones June 12 1916 and survives him. A Congregational church member, he lived in Weeping Water and moved to Kearney in 1924 and funeral services were in Kearney and Weeping Water with burial at Oakwood cemetery.

Fridey John N. Carter Weeping Water Kearney Neb Alice O'Brien Katie Jones Carter Hving Congregational Church Caled Francis Johnson Arco Idaho H. D. Carter Minneapolis Minr W. W. Carter Cozad A. B. Carter Los Angeles Cal Oakwood Francis Johbpsen Ida Wm. Jones Miller Nel Ruth Petty Baker Ore Fred Beverage William Baler Avoca Weeping WatersRepublican

Tornado Toll and Distress Across Indiana and Illinois

Sam A. More of this city finally hears from his aged father near New Harmony Indiana after the great tornado outbreak in Illinois and Indiana. The father survived unhurt though the storm devastated Griffith and surrounding countryside. Dozens of old friends were lost and homes wrecked as the tornado swept through Indiana. One resident reports a debris field blown over 100 miles to the east near the Ohio line.

Sam A. More Illinois Indiana New Harmony Mr. More Griffith More Ohio Line

Also Mentioned on This Page

Pac, Junction Gien Lee Thanes Utter Konklave D.A. Young Legion Gang First Methodist Church W. E. Ingersoll Solio Rupert Reed Winifred Hyde Dorothea Pond Gertrude Eaton North Bend O. A. Nickum Oo. A. Peterson Josephine Altman William Baird Clifford Cecil Frances E. Schmidt N. F. W. C. University School of Music Gluck Freisler Kreisler Schon Rosmarin Cui Oriental Miss Pyle Roy Cochran E. c. Yont Theodore Foss Old Home First National Bank BANK
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