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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1933
Page
2
A fragment discusses weather, wealth, and witless lines on life and money. It notes tax origins and mockingly cites two billion years of world age while lampooning inflation debates and a Topeka Journal call about beer laws. The piece mixes satire with stray facts.
The Dayton News argues the United States must stop price declines rather than spark uncontrolled inflation. It compares Britain and Scandinavia’s experiences after abandoning gold, warns against speculative market rushes, and urges a controlled money system to stabilize prices once they recover.
A humorous examination by Dr. George W. Crile claims the mind is powered by a vast electrical system within the body. He likens the adrenal gland and thyroid to an enormous private utility, calculating billions of dynamos inside each person and comparing their reach to national-scale energy.
The passage notes that a past definition called the presidency a sedentary pursuit. It cites Arnold Bennett saying few literary men read poetry knowingly. It also mentions sugar cane absorbing large amounts of water, comparing 1,000 acres to a city’s water use.
The article notes that Wisconsin’s senatorial chances appear secure despite Roosevelts in federal offices, drawing a parallel to the steady prospects of the assistant secretaryship of the navy remaining attached to Roosevelts.
John F Hylan runs for mayor in New York adopting the royal flush as his campaign emblem. The symbol resembles a strong poker hand used to project luck and victory.
C. C. Julian, a fugitive stock promoter, was recognized entering a Shanghai saloon. A woman customer identified him, prompting a claim that women should not be allowed in saloons.
The Wall Street Journal notes tariffs as a global issue influencing agriculture and trade. It cites Farm relief demands as a revolt against extreme protectionism, linking tariff policy to farm distress and declining purchasing power from 82 to 49 cents on the dollar.
Ralph M. Ainsworth argues US wheat acreage fell from 76 million in 1919 to under 50 million in 1932 and possibly 45 million in 1933, with corn down to about 85 million. He warns of famine-era prices, notes scarce tractors and capital, and predicts farmers will recover land ownership as mortgages are restructured by banks to keep farmers on their land.
The World-Herald essay lauds President Roosevelt as a single, dynamic force driving vast, complex projects affecting nations. It highlights his relentless energy, decisive leadership, and broad support while noting critics once calling him dilatory now among his strongest backers. It ends urging readers to see what Roosevelt accomplished yesterday.
In New York a patient under sedation damaged the dentist office during a violent outburst. The incident highlights concerns about gas use and patient safety in urban clinics.
A dubious claim discusses high pay for transportation executives during hard times, arguing it remains valuable to operate railways even in downturns, while criticizing the idea as excessive and impractical given the current economic strain.
Fire Captain Henry Glade testified to a preliminary hearing that hotel flames appeared liquid and unyielding, with timbers falling as water failed to stop the blaze. Hotel owner Harry Weiner faces murder through arson charges as seven men died fighting the fire.
Victoria and Vancouver police determined Vancouver econ teacher Stewart Ashley aged 19 was murdered by kidnappers. His body was found in a slough nest after a ransom letter demanded five thousand dollars and warned of death. Investigators suspect poisonous gas, likely carbon monoxide, killed him after he disappeared the night of April 13.
The review praises Franklin D Roosevelt as president with bold action tackling banking, economy, labor, social welfare, and the Tennessee Valley Authority. It notes his efforts for direct international consultations, farmer relief, housing finance, and urban protection, while contrasting earlier Republican leaders with renewed energy and public support.
The former Vice President Curtis, now running a law practice, released from Young Republican duties last week, had a Keepout ticket in the fourth race at Havre de Grace on Monday afternoon and earned $78.50.
Lord Hailsham said the British embargo on 80 percent of Soviet imports will stay in place until two English technicians L C Thornton and William L MacDonald are returned safely from Moscow. He linked the action to their two and three year sentences for wrecking electrical projects. Baron Ponsonby accused the government of using the case to break with the Soviet Union.
In County Court at Plattemouth creditors are notified to file claims within three months from May 26 1933 and to await payment of debts for one year. Hearings to examine claims will be held May 2 1933 and September 6 1935 at ten o clock a m. Witnessed by the County Court seal on April 28 1932.
In the matter of the estate of Charles McGuire deceased the county court sets a claims examination in Plattsmouth on May 26 1923 and September 1 1933 at ten o clock am for adjustment. Three months from May 26 1933 is the period to present claims and one year from May 26 1933 for payment of debts. (Seal) April 1933.
An order of sale directs auction at 10 oclock A M June 3 1933 at the south front door of the Cass County Courthouse Plattsmouth Nebraska. Property Lots 10 11 12 Block 20 City of Plattsmouth levied to satisfy two judgments against Maud Bergheahn et al by J M Robertson plaintiff.
In the County Court of Cass County Nebraska David B Ebersole deceased Fee Book 8 page 262 Notice of Administration a petition claims the deceased died without a will and asks for administration and orders hearing May 26 1933 at 10 am to contest or grant administration to David K Ebersole or another suitable person Seal date April 28 1933.
By order of sale issued by Clerk C E Sedgway the court directs a public auction on June 3 1933 at 10 am at the south front door of the Plattsmouth courthouse Cass and Otoe counties Nebraska. Property includes the southwest quarter of Section 32 Township 10 North Range 11 East and the north half of the northwest quarter of Section 5 Township 9 North Range 11 East both in Cass and Otoe counties. Levied to satisfy a judgment in favor of The Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Company against John Y Berner and others.
Notice to Roy O Kunz and unknown wife that August Stander filed in Cass County District Court to foreclose a 1927 mortgage for 4200 on the east half of Section 32 Township 11 North Range East of the 6th P M and to foreclose tax liens with a receiver asked for rents and profits. Answer by June 19 1938 or decree for foreclosure and receiver may be granted. Attorneys Dwyer & Dwyer H A Dwyer. mil-4w
By Apr 18 1933 the International Harvester Company of America announces a public auction in Plattsmouth Cass County Nebraska to satisfy a mortgage debt from Frank din Bertha Schlichtemier to J J Pollard now assigned to IH. The sale on May 13 1933 at 1 00 pm offers cash only for a Farmall Tractor Engine No T 108473 and a Farmall cultivator at Miasek Son business.
Petition seeks probate of the alleged last will of John Hobscheidt deceased. Hearing set for May 26, 1933 before the County Court to determine validity and appoint executors H A Schneider and Henry Horn. Notice published in Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks.
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