Mrs Cowles Poorly
Friends of Mrs William Cowles report she has been quite poorly at home in recent days. She is resting easier today and the family hopes for a speedy recovery.
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William Cowles
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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1925
Page
6
Advertise Your Wants in the Journal for Results
An item runs advising readers to place wants in the Journal to obtain results. It invites participation from locals seeking goods, services, or opportunities and promises prompt attention and visibility. The notice frames the Journal as the preferred channel for outreach and response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Woman's Auxiliary Meets at J S Livingston Home
The St. Luke's church women's auxiliary met at Mrs J S Livingston Coro nada apartments for a large gathering focused on missionary work. Mrs George E DeWolf led a China study presenting eastern customs and beliefs, while Mrs Frank Dunbar prepares to move to California prompting fond remarks from president Frank L Cummins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Luke's Church
J. S. Livingston
Coronado
George E. DeWolf
China
California
Frank L. Cummins
Dunbar
Mrre Livingston
Dora Fricke
Park Board Reorganizes For The Year
The Park Board elected Mrs. John Gorder as president and Elmer Webb as secretary for the year starting May 1. Mrs. E. H. Wescott, former president, remains on the board. Plans include shrubbery along Main street parking, a cobblestone walk, and rows of Moline elms along Webster boulevard drive. Maintenance funds come from the 3-10 mill levy, with William Thorburn as caretaker through September 1. Allocation of upkeep stays the same as last year among members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gorder
Elmer Webb
E. H. Wescott
Main Street
Webster Boulevard
William Thorburn
Westott
Riverview Park
Chicago Avenue
Gorder
Washington Avenue
Webb
Clarfield Park
Wintersteen Park
Death of C. S. Aldrich Elmwood banker and attorney
The death of C. S. Aldrich a well known Elmwood banker and attorney occurred Sunday morning while he attended services at the First Methodist church. He had suffered several years from diabetes and died suddenly. His wife is Bess Streeter Aldrich the noted author.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. S. Aldrich
Elmwood
Aldrich
First Methodist Church
Bess Streeter Aldrich
Mother's Day Goods At Bates Book And Gift Shop
May 10th is Mother's Day and Bates Book and Gift Shop promotes a fine line of Mother’s Day items. The shop invites customers to view mottoes in frames greeting cards fancy stationery and various gift items including handbags and toilet articles. Early viewing is advised.
Misses Gering Entertain Mrs Dunbar Before California Move
Last Friday Mia and Barbara Gering hosted a 6 o clock dinner at their North 6th street home for Mrs Frank H Dunbar who will relocate to California. Spring flowers highlighted the charming setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mia
Barbara Gering
North 6Th Street
Frank H. Dunbar
California
Gering
Bates Book and Gift Shop Stationery Sale
Local shop advertises wide stock of school supplies including pencils ink and history paper. Highlights best grade history paper priced per ream.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bates Book and Gift Shop
Silver Dollar Campaign Abandoned by Treasury
Washington May 1. The treasury failed to push 40 million more silver dollars into circulation and the silver dollar campaign begun last summer to save engraving costs is definitively abandoned. Assistant Secretary Dewey supported metal money for durability, contrasting with the wear of paper currency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
the Treasury
Dewey
Big Mortgage Recorded on Wabash Lines
County Recorder Miss Hattie Brown records a large mortgage from Wabash Railway Co. to Equitable Trust Co. of New York and Edward B. Pryor covering all Wabash lines from Toledo westward. 133 pages, $40.60 fee, nine properties totaling $68,443,526 with most funds for refinancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie Brown
Wabash Railway Co
Equitable Trust Company of New York
Edward B. Pryor
Wabash Railway
Toledo
Miss Brown
Harry Widows
C., B. & Q. Railroad Company
First National Bank of New York
Glenwool Tribune
Old Fiddlers Contest Draws Nehawka Crowds
The American Legion post in Nehawka hosted a fiddlers contest with mandolin, accordion, and mouth harp events. Notable performers included Uncle Wim. Balfour. Winners featured Chester Waldo and H. H. Stoll for fiddle, George Poulos for mandolin, Edwin Johnson for accordion, and Henry Sturm for mouth harp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Nehawka
Wim. Balfour
Fiddle
Chester Waldo
H. H. Stoll
F. A. Hansen
W. 5S. Steel
Fred Dow
August Secker
J. H. Miller
Wyoming
J. F. Wilson
Union
P. W. Smith
Bloomfield
William Balfour
Max Churchill
Murray
George Poulos
Paul Schlichtemeier
Edwin Johnson
E. Dan Anderson
Norris Criticizes Government Reports as Doctored
Senator George W. Norris of Nebraska returned home to condemn federal reserve reports as misleading. He cites bankers and businessmen who say the data paint a rosy financial outlook while agriculture shows only modest gains. Norris warns of looming loan paybacks and potential panic if free credit ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
George W. Norris
Nebraska
Norris
Federal Reserve System
Resignation of Solicitor General Beck Announced
Washington April 30 The resignation of Solicitor General Beck to take effect after a successor is named was announced at the White House. Beck requested to stay until the Supreme Court term ends in June then rest before resuming private practice. He formerly practiced in New York after serving as U S attorney for the eastern district of Pennsylvania and assistant attorney general.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Beck
White House
Supreme Court
New York
United States
Eastern District of
Pennsylvania
Change in Police Forge Sunday Transfer of Chiefs
The city will see a change in the police force this Sunday as Chief A. KR. Johnson succeeds Willian Hinrichsen for the current term. Hinrichsen, a longtime officer, has served under Johnson and Mayor Sattler, facing frequent protests but faithful service. Johnson will assume duties and oversee law enforcement for the term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willian Hinrichsen
A. KR. Johnson
Johnson
Hinrichsen
Sattler
Lfe
Testing Begins Monday for County TB Cattle
Nehawka Enterprise reports the countywide cattle tuberculosis testing starts Monday May 4 in Mt Pleasant precincts. In a southwest Mt Pleasant area 25 percent of B Wolph herd tested positive. 39 diseased cattle were shipped to Omaha and condemned for packing, a costly loss but a needed discovery to enable future control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Pleasant
B. Wolph
Omaha
Nehawka Enterprise
Doan's Pills Back Pain Endorsed by Plattsmouth Resident
A Plattsmouth reader, Mrs. Maggie Kaufman, testifies that after weak kidneys caused backache headaches and dizziness one box of Doan's Pills cured her. The ad urges readers to demand Doan's Pills with home testimonials and lists 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY backs the claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doan
Maggie Kaufman
S. 6Th Street
Dean
Juniors Bid Farewell to Seniors at Aromatic Banquet
The junior class hosted a lavender and cherry decorated farewell banquet for the 1925 seniors at Modern Woodmen hall. A Muzzy orchestra provided music while Miss Irene Park and Sears S. Davis addressed students and the faculty praised the 1925 seniors’ high school work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodmen Hall
Four Years Association
Nothme
Maha
Arl Kell
Edgar Wescott
Damian Flynn
Sble
Manu
Irene Park
Board of Education
Sears 5. Davis
Local Veterans Plan Decoration Day Events and Meetings
Decoration day activities are planned four weeks ahead with Dr. Earl Bellinger as speaker likely. General Mat Tinley may attend as speaker in Plattsmouth in 1926 since a West Liberty date prevents his current participation. Memorial rites and firing squad ceremonies will be held at the Legion plot, with turnout urged for May 21 Falls City convention and May weekly meetings at the M W A hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Bellinger
Council Bluffs
Bellinger
Mat Tinley
Plattsmouth
General Tinley
West Liberty
Iowa
Legion
Falls City
Carnival on the Spring Agenda Draws Lugsch Interest
Fred Lugsch, entertainment committee chairman, seeks a profitable venture for the spring season. He favors a good clean carnival if it proves to be a solid, worthwhile event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Lugsch
Entertainment Committee
Plattsmouth Seeks Public Buy-In for New Building
Public interest in the proposed building is growing as daily inquiries to post officials reveal progress. Securing the Knights Templar conclave for Plattsmouth strengthens the push for the Legion to complete the project this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights Templar
Plattsmouth
Legion
Catholic Daughters Lead City Building Fund Drive
A $25 contribution from the Catholic Daughters helps form the nucleus of the city building fund. Subscriptions will fund a community building or be refunded. The Legion bears printing and architectural costs from its treasury, seeking no personal gain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catholic Daughters
Legion
Plattsmouth Considers Next District Convention
City residents weigh future district convention at the monthly meeting next Wednesday night. The session will be held at the M. W. A. hall where attendees are urged to voice ideas on the agenda.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finance Committee
M. W. A. Hall
St. Luke's Church
Plattsmouth
Auto license plate 20-318 lost notice
Lost license plate 20-318 announced by Pinder seeking return. Contact John P. Mei singer at phone 3420 to claim or furnish information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinder
John P. Meisinger
Ltw
Mother's Day Goods At Bates Book and Gift Shop
A Mother’s Day notice highlights Bates Book and Gift Shop offering a fine line of gifts. Mottoes in frames greeting cards from 10 cents to 1 dollar fancy stationery and various items such as handbags beads and toilet articles are displayed. Shop urges early viewing to avoid missing the selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bates Book and
Bates Book and Gift Shop
Weeping Water to Have Commercial Club
Weeping Water residents plan a commercial club to boost the town. The first meeting was held at Resthaven hotel with about fifty business leaders in attendance. A second meeting will select officers and form a permanent organization to promote local activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weeping Water
Resthaven
Birthday Radio Party Honors Mrs Laura Frankforter
A late afternoon gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hans Heinrich celebrated Mrs. Laura Frankforter s 87th birthday. Her daughter Mrs. H H Leacock and granddaughters hosted with others in attendance. A Henry Field station Shenandoah radio program honored the guest with several numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hans Heinrich
Laura Frankforter
Frankforter
H. H. Leacock
Henry Leacock, Jr
Ed Sherrow
Henry Field Station
Shenandoah
Maude Babbitt
Gillespie
Frances
Delores
J. Seitz
Beulah
Fred Stewart
Grace Violet
J. Powell
Hallie Perry
E. Porter
J. Henry Leacoek
J. Hans Heinrich
Alfalfa For Sale By S. T. Gilmour
Alfalfa under cover for sale from first second and eighth cuttings. Contact S. T. Gilmour by phone at 203 ni4-2w.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfalfa
S. T. Gilmour
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BUICK
Uestion
J.B. Livingston
Gomer
Plattsmouth, Nebr
Plattsmouth Loan
C.& Wescott’s
Woman's Auxiliary
J. S. Livingston Home
Episcopal
Park Board
Wabash Railroad
OLD Fiddlers
Henry Sturm
F. C. Shoemaker
Gastee
William Hinrichsen
Force
T. B
Presbyterian Church
Henry Jasper
Greenhouse
Mumm’s Bakery
Legion News
Murray, Nebraska
John Urish
M. G. Churchill
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