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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1930

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Plans for Bridge Opening on May 16th

The bi weekly Chamber of Commerce luncheon outlined official bridge opening and dedication events for Friday May 16 with a 12 30 luncheon for invited guests followed by afternoon ceremonies. Parking at the east end and a public address system were discussed to handle the crowd. The bridge will be toll free all day and speakers will be supported by committee efforts on decorations parade music luncheon parking and more.

Cathy Chamber of Commerce Wescott Duxbury Civic Improvement Committee Judge Begley Bellevue Sear Davis Extension Engineering Service State University Wickersham Roberts Construction Company Webster Boulevard Glen Vallery Oreapolis Omaha Fort Creek Pappio Creek LaPlatte

Inquire as to wreck north of city involving Browne and Kessler

Deputy Rex Young on the scene of the Missouri Pacific train auto wreck north of town receives inquiries from St Joseph Missouri about the injured men. Browne regained consciousness after hospital care in Omaha and his card was used by Browne’s attorneys to contact Plattsmouth. Kessler, the more severely injured, remains unlocated though officials believe he survived.

Rex Young Missouri Pacific Auto Stull Crossing St. Jospeh Missouri Ray Browne Omaha Mr. Young

John F Wolff Recovers From Pleurisy After Illness

John F. Wolff, after three weeks of pleurisy, is able to be up and around though still affected by the illness. Friends express pleasure at his improving condition after several days of sickness.

John F. Wolff Altho Mr. Wolff

Bond Released In Liquor Sale Case At County Court

Marion Morgan posted 400 bond and was freed after being jailed on liquor sale charges. He awaits trial set for May 15 in this county. William T. Sacks also posted 500 bond and awaits his May 15 trial in county court.

Oaly Marion Morgan Kieck Morgan Earle William T. Sacks Eagle

Plattsmouth Music Week Highlights Local Talent

May 4 to 10 designated National Music Week with events led by music teachers and the Woman's club. The program includes a community song service at First Methodist, an Elks Band concert at the courthouse lawn, student performances at theaters, and a recital at the public library auditorium inviting all to participate or listen.

Woman's Club First Methodist Church Elks Court House Plattsmouth Public Library

Funeral of Bert A. McElwain at First Christian Church

In Plattsmouth mourners gathered for the funeral of Bert A. McElwain, longtime First Christian Church supporter. Rev Ernest Baker led services. duets by Mrs. Hal Garnett and Frank A. Cloidt, with solo by Cloidt, followed by burial at Oak Hill cemetery. Accompanying him from Greenwood was Fred W. Etheredge, cousin and former housemate.

Bert A. McElwain First Christian Church Mr. McElwain Ernest Baker Greenwood Baker Fred W. Etheredge

Card Party A Success At St Marys Guild Home

The St Mary's guild hosted a card party at the Misses Mia and Barbara Gering home attended by about 100 friends from across the city. Variety of card games kept guests engaged and a dainty luncheon followed, enjoyed by all attendees.

St. Mary's Guild Mia Barbara Gering

Wedded at Omaha Mrs Mary Nielson and Mr Joseph Wales Married

Marriage of Mrs Mary Nielson and Mr Joseph Wales occurred at St. Peter's Catholic church in Omaha. The ceremony was performed by Father Boor. The couple will reside at 3019 Marcy Street in Omaha.

Mary Nielson Joseph Wales St. Peter’s Catholic Church Omaha Father Boor Joseph Jelinek Nielson Austin Crew Mable Alice Nielson Josephine Kalasek Mike Bajeck Joseph M. Sedlak Union Pacific Wales Marcy Street

Mrs John Calvert to visit city this weekend

Old time friends of Mrs John Calvert known as matron of the Mothers Jewels Home for children at York will be pleased to learn she arrives Saturday for a few days visit with local friends. She will speak Sunday at First Methodist church and remain Monday for the Portsmouth Woman's club banquet at the American Legion Community building.

John Calvert Mother's Jewels York

Auxiliary Holds Meeting at Mrs. Patterson Home

The Women’s Auxiliary of St. Luke’s Episcopal church met Thursday afternoon at Mrs. R. F. Patterson’s North Sixth street home with many ladies in attendance. Miss Ursula Herold led the program on The Road to the City of God, presenting a delightful and well arranged session. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Patterson assisted by Mrs. J. M. Roberts and Miss Herold.

St. Luke's Episcopal Church R. F. Patterson North Sixth Street Ursula Herold City of God

Miss Jessie Robertson Seeks Re election as Cass County Register

Miss Jessie M. Robertson filed with County Clerk George R Styles to pursue the Republican nomination for Cass County Register of Deeds at the August primary. The current holder intends to seek re nomination and election, after four years in office and prior service with her father in the district court clerk's office.

Jessie M. Robertson Cass County George R. Styles Robertson James M. Robertson

Natural Gas Line Expected in Three Months

Lincoln officials say a natural gas line to serve Nebraska communities will be completed in about three months. The line will cross the Missouri River near the city, then run to Des Moines and Chicago under a consortium led by United Light & Power Co. It will extend service to towns currently without gas for light heat and power.

Nebraska United Light & Power Co Lincoln Missouri River Des Moines Chicago Iowa-Nebraska Light & Power Co Iowa-Nebraska Company Frank H. Brooks Iowa- Nebraska Light & Power Co

W H Seybert in Ill Health After Kidney Operation

The well known resident W H Seybert has been very ill for a week following a severe kidney tumor operation months ago. His condition has steadily worsened and there is little hope for recovery despite efforts to ease his suffering.

W. H. Seybert

Showing Improvement By William Schneider Stroke Patient

William Schneider who suffered a stroke at his Cedar Creek home is reported to be improving and rallying in fine shape. He is now thought to be well out of danger and friends countywide are pleased by the progress toward a full recovery.

William Schneider Cedar Creek

Plattsmouth Wins Cass County Track Meet

Plattsmouth High School won the Cass County track meet with 50 points, Greenwood 30, Elmwood 26, Nehawka 5, Alvo 4, and Eagle 1. Garland McCleary set two records in pole vault and high jump, Dennis of Elmwood set a broad jump mark, and Brockman of Elmwood led in shot put. The meet featured multiple records and notable performances across events.

Cass County Bosepall Perk Plasttemouth High School Plattsmouth Greenwood Elmwoul Louisville Nehawka Alvo Eagle Garland McCleary Platters Dennis Elmwood Brockmen McCleary Edwards Winkler Forbes Harms Brockmon Panska Blmwood Brockman Spangier Clymer Brandt Caffee Alvo Star Merle McCrary Fleischman Rainey Plattemouth Wiles Plattsmouths Jimmy Beeglee John Galloway Chet Wileses George Troop Freischman George Winscott The Hennings Hirt Frady Ed Wood Nebraska City L. L. Sterrett Robert Foster Patterson Hoy Turner Gerald Kvasnicka Hubert Dew

Dr Jennie Callfas Visits Plattsmouth For Senate Campaign

Dr Jennie Callfas of Omaha, a known clubwoman and former Omaha club president, seeks the Democratic nomination for the U S Senate. She plans a Plattsmouth stop on Thursday May 22 speaking to women at the First Methodist parlors on Condition Existing Among Women in the World Today. She will be hosted by Mrs William Batfrd, president of the local air society.

Jennie Callfas Omaha Plattsmouth Callfas First Methodist Church Callias William Batfrd Air Society

Bearded Beauties to Play Murray Red Sox Next Wednesday

Manager Alfred Gansemer announces the Bearded Beauties, a prominent semi pro team, will visit Murray Park for a 6:30 PM Wednesday game against Murray Plattsmouth. The club promises a top matchup and strong fan turnout.

Datty Alfred Gansemer Murray

Sokol Society Proposes Park and Pool on Burned Hall Site

Tel Jed Sokol Society plans to donate half a city block and 3600 to Plattsmouth to develop a park with a swimming pool on the former hall site. The group seeks city approval and naming the park Tel Jed Sokol Park to honor the society’s 50 years of activity.

Dany Tel Jed Sokol Society West Pearl Street Plattsmouth Chamber of Commerce Tel Jed Sokol

Luncheon Hosts Omaha Guests for PEO Meeting

Mrs. W A Robertson gave a noon luncheon for visiting Omaha friends from Chapter F PEO. Guests included Mrs BR A VanOrdel Mrs Fred Hass and Mrs Leo Chapman. The group attended a PEO meeting where Mrs Hass performed vocal solos and Mrs Leo Chapman was accompanist. All are former University of Nebraska Delta Delta Delta alumnae.

W. A. Robertson Omaha Vestetta Robertson BR. A. VanOrdel Fred Hass Leo Chapman S. Davis L. 0. Minor George EK. Petring J. A. Capwell Hass U Robertson University of Nebraska Delta Delta Delta Sorority van Orsdel Lincoln

MORE COYOTE SCALPS NEAR ALVO REPORTED

County Clerk George R. Sayles received several coyote pelts over recent days from Alvo area hunters. W. G. Hoffman brought six scalps, George E. Steel five, Talbert Edwards two, all taken near the west Cass county town. Each bounty paid $2 per animal.

Alvo George R. Sayles W. G. Hoffman Bracght George E. Steel Talbert Edwards Cass

Card of Thanks for kindness during illness and services

The Fullerton family expresses gratitude for kindness, sympathy, and flowers from friends in Plattsmouth and Nebraska City during the illness and at the last services. Mrs Edward Fullerton and son join Mr and Mrs Frank Battman and family and Mr and Mrs T M Fullerton in the message of thanks.

Plattsmouth Nebraska City Edward Fullerton Frank Battman T. M. Fullerton

Members Boost Debt Campaign At First Methodist Church

The First Methodist Church held a large attendance fund drive culminating in a meeting at the church parlors. R. E. Bailey chaired the committee. about 850 was raised to reduce the church debt from the parsonage building, with 250 from the dime cards and major gifts from Wom en's Bible class 100, Ladies Aid 200, Social Workers 300, plus 600 from church societies.

First Methodist Church R. E. Bailey B. H. Wescott Robert Hall Donald Conner Stuart Porter John Turner Alice Dunk Wallace Terryberry Vernon Arn, Jr Val Burkle Ladies Aid Society William Baird Bert Coleman Studies Societies Church Co. C. Wescott

Death at Nebraska Masonic Home for William E. Butler

William E. Butler a resident of the Nebraska Masonic Home and former Orchard resident died Friday afternoon aged 77 years nine months and six days He was born in De Witt Iowa on September 28 1852 and lived in Nebraska many years He is survived by his wife a daughter Mrs Ira J Napier of Uehling and a sister On Saturday at 3 pm funeral services will be at Sattler funeral home with Oak Hill cemetery burial Plattsmouth lodge No 6 A F and A M to conduct the rites at the request of Diamond lodge.

Nebraska Ira J. Napier Uehling Butler Sattler Funeral Home Oak Hill Ciy Plattsmouth Lodge No A. F A. M Diamond Lodge

Red and White Grocery Opens New Delivery Ford Truck

The Red and White grocery and meat market introduces a new Ford delivery truck. It will service customers citywide, having just been placed in commission this week amid rain and mud. The truck’s Red and White color scheme reflects the firm’s branding.

Ford

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