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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1934

Page

2

Wabash News Notes Local Paving and Visits

Henry He Gerbeling finished planting his corn late last week. John Wood and three trucks work on O street paving between Eagle and Elmwood. Mrs Gelden and her son return home after Lincoln week birth. Highway 24 paving near Eagle involves Carl Jensen and others. Mrs Raymond Norris visits east of Weeping Water. Ralph Dorr serves on district court jury in Plattsmouth. A farewell party celebrates a move west.

Henry He Gerbeling John Wood Eagle Elmwood Cor H. P. Hinds Ralph Dorr Plattsmouth

Mrs Virginia Lawton Illness In Wabash

Mrs Virginia Lawton, longtime honey producer in Wabash, has been ill at home for some time. Her son Homer H Lawton of Murdock has cared for her until daughter Mrs Edith Greene of Aurora arrived last Tuesday evening to assist. All possible care is given and recovery hoped.

Virginia Lawton Wabash Homer H. Lawton Murdock Edith Greene Aurora

Leonard and wife depart for unknown home in Wabash area

Ray Leonard, a carpenter, went west for work and last week his wife left to join Ler Lushand. The people of Wabash, who had valued their friendship, visited their home last Tuesday evening amid concern and inquiry.

Ray Leonard Ler Lushand Wabash

Serious car accident injures three near Rock Island crossing

Last Sunday evening Ralph and Lyle Bouton with PrP. H. Clarke drove west on Highway No. 1. They missed the turn, hit the Rock Island tracks, and the car somersaulted after striking the rails. Doors broke, occupants dazed and bruised, but recovering without serious injuries.

Ralph Lyle Bouton Prp H. Clarke Rock Island

Injury prompts comeback for local worker Lester Bothwell

Three years after an injury Lester Bothwell returned to work last Wednesday marking his first earning since the incident. He has remained optimistic about regaining health and strength during a long recovery.

Lester Bothwell

Fishermen Land Thirteen Fish At Weeping Water Creek

Frank Rogers and Earl Miller planned a tuck fishing trip near Fisher town and, after preparations, fished Weeping Water Creek south of town catching thirteen fish. They plan to return soon.

Frank Rogers Earl Miller Weeping Water Creek

Eighth Grade Examinations Held by County Superintendent

The final eighth grade examinations were conducted Friday at the office of County Superintendent Miss Alpha C. Peterson. Sixty three students participated, forming a fine group preparing for further educational work.

Alpha C. Peterznon

Prizes Planned for Rooster Rooster Days Event

The four day Hooster Rooster event from May 9 to 12 offers prizes to boost interest. A distance prize of 2.50 in scrip will go to the entrant bringing roosters from farthest away. Crates before participating shops invite the public to guess how many corn kernels a rooster will eat, with results decided by a local farming committee after corn is withheld.

Thelma Capper Taken to University Hospital for Operation

Thelma Capper, daughter of Mrs. W. bb Capper, was taken to the University hospital at Omath this morning. She has not been in good health for some time and doctors have decided that an operation is necessary to give her permanent relief.

Dan Thelma W. Bb. Capper University Hospital Omath

Public Library seeks magazines for Camp Phatts boys

The Public Library asks readers to donate magazines suitable for Camp Phatts FERA boys away from home. They especially want detective, mechanical, and western story magazines that require no reforming.

Camp Phattsmouth Fera

Alvo News Highlights Local Visits and Developments

Mrs. Jennie Rouse shows improvement after illness. Attorney C D Gunz visited Plattsmouth for client Lucille Beussing. J W Hanks from southwest of Gayle toured Alvo and Ashland for business matters. Eugene Burkhurst handled tasks in Lincoln and Weeping Water, bringing groceries home. Henry Backemeyer will receive the Plattsmouth Journal twice weekly. Rey Stewart installed wind mills at Chas Huertel Jr and Tess Olson farms. Rehmefer family visited Omaha for Shriners meeting. John W Banning, with Robert Custer and George Hardnock, unloaded two car loads of lumber aided by Maude and Kate. Crest Cook plans a new modern house on the farm. John Banning lumber yard supplying ministerial needs.

J. W. Hanks Gayle Alvo Ashland Eugene Burkhurst Lincoln Weavelock Tast Henry Backemeyer Plartsmouth Journal Rey Stewart Onalsa Chas. Huertel, Jr Tess Olson Greenwood Whuen Rehmefer Omaha Rehimefer Shriners Tansier Temple John W. Banning Robert Custer George Hardnoeck John Banning

New Town Board in Alvo Elects Officials for Year

At the last village board meeting in Alvo the new officers were installed. Mayor Arthur Dinges and Treasurer C. Boyles were reappointed, with R. M. Chatman as clerk. Simon Rehmeter won street commissioner after a tied vote won by a coin flip. Rosenow became health officer as part of the staffing.

Alvo Wie Arthur Dinges C. Boyles R. M.chatnan Simon Rehmeter

Des Moines Man Bert McBride Found Dead in Suspected Will Plot

Des Moines Iowa—Bert McBride brother in law of Mr and Mrs Roy Stewart was found dead last week with authorities considering death connected to a will scheme. His wife Roys sister had died recently leaving two children ages seven and two.

Des Moines Bert McBride and Airs Roy Stewart Iowa

Indies Aid Plans Summer Work After Meeting

Indies Aid of the Methodist church met Wednesday at the church to handle society business and plan summer activities while enjoying social time with ample food.

Indies Aid Tio Latiies Aid Methodist Church

Farmers shelled and delivered corn amid spring chores

Farmers report heavy corn delivery as harvest winds down. Rehmeier lists 7,500 bushels from Wellogg with others including Fisher Stackemeyer Hardnock and Neber. Six car loads shipped from Algo station over three days and additional grain moved to feeders near Omaha by truck.

Rehmeier C. Wellogg D. Fisher Henry Stackemeyer Jess Hardnock Dan Neber Algo Station Omaha

Want for Water A B Stromer’s cistern design praised

A B Stromer works on a cistern iter to ensure best pure water for all uses. Mr Dinges, the Meyer of Algo, is constructing a cistern with the same design, and the community expects good results.

A. B. Stromer Dinges Meyer Algo

Work to perfection when these workmen have them in hand

Fragmentary line hints at craftsmen awaiting tools or materials to achieve flawless results. Limited readable context shows emphasis on skilled labor and readiness. No clear events, dates, or entities identified in the accessible text.

Little One Dies at Hospital

The ten month old child of Mr and Mrs John Coleman died Friday night after a double pneumonia illness. The infant was brought to Lincoln for care and the funeral was held Sunday with burial in Alvo cemetery. The Colemans receive condolences from many friends.

John Coleman Lincoln Alvo

Auto Crash After Loose Gravel Spill Near Alye Lincoln

Mrs. Herman L. Bornemeier driving from home toward Lincoln struck a ridge of loose gravel on a newly graveled road. The car skidded and rolled, but she escaped with minor cuts and bruises. The vehicle was only lightly damaged, underscoring gravel hazards at speed.

Herman L. Bornemeier Alye Lincoln

Will Return Home After Army Enlistment

Raymond Henpke who has been located in the Philippines in U S Army service will complete his term of enlistment and return to the United States and his home here. He is expected to be able to return home about June 1st.

Raymond Henpke Philippines United States Army Mture United States

Local Boys Publish Tiny Paper To Raise funds

Young Zmzes lads aged ten to fourteen publish a miniature newspaper. They solicit ads and sell copies for a penny each, using a typewriter to print. The effort shows industrious resolve and a path to success.

Neme Zmzes

Alve Town Council Debates Stop Sign Compliance

Town officials discuss enforcement of stop signs as residents question whether drivers will heed the rules. The aldermen address public safety and the penalties for noncompliance.

Alve

Death of John R. Sexton in Los Angeles

Mrs. Irances Scotten learns her brother John R. Sexton died Friday in Los Angeles while returning from California to La Junta Colorado. A former Burlington employee in Plattsmouth and later a Santa Fe official in Colorado, Sexton was a retired civic leader. His body will be brought to Lincoln for funeral services.

Irances Scotten John R. Sexton Los Angeles Colorado la Junta Lincoln Plattsmouth

County Surveyor Fitch seeks re election in August primary

County Surveyor Robert D. Fitch filed for re election to the office he has held since 1934. He was elected in November 1932 to fill the vacancy caused by Fred Patterson's death and has run the office efficiently. This is the first time the seat is being filled on either party ticket.

Robert D. Fitch Fitch Fred Patterson

Omaha Parties Married in Midnight Ceremony

County Judge A H Duxbury woke to a request from an Omaha party of young people for a wedding. Miss Mildred J Silk wed Mr Fred C Empkey with witnesses Mr and Mrs Rule N Berens of Omaha. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs James Silk, noted city residents.

A. H. Duxbury Omaha Mildred J. Silk Fred C. Empkey Rule N. Berens James Silk Metropolis

Notice to heirs in estate of Philip Thiercalf

The administrator of the estate filed a final report and petition for examination and allowance of administration accounts, determination of heirship, assignment of residue, and discharge. The court will hear the petition on May 25, 1954 at 10 a.m. Dated April 28, 1934, A. H. DurBURy, County Judge.

Philip Thiercalf A. H. Durbury County Juder Cass County Nebraska Katie Hoenshell HD. B. N A. H. Duxbury Judes David J. Hoensheek Han

Notice to creditors in the estate of David C. LaRue

In the County Court of Cass Nebraska to the creditors of the estate of David C LaRue deceased No 3007 Take notice that the time limited for the presentation and filing of claims against said estate is September 1 1934 that a hearing will be had at the County Court room in Plattsmouth on September 7 1934 at ten o clock a m for the purpose of examining hearing allowing and abating all claims or objections duly filed.

Cass County Nebraska Luther F. Jones W. A. Jones A. H. Duxbury Atcust Kaffenberger Margaret M. Kaffenberger David C. LaRue Plattemouth William H. Shopp Bertha M. Shopp James T. Begley Plattsmouth

Notice of Final Settlement in Katie Hoenshell Estate

Public notice states HD B N files heirship and residue assignment for Katie Hoenshell estate and discharge motion set for June 1 1924 at 10:00 a m before the county judge A H Duxbury dated May 4 1924.

Estate of David J Hoensheek Deceased Notice

Administrator D B N filed final account and petition for examination of administration, determination of heirship, and discharge. Hearing set before County Judge on June 1 1984 at 2 p m. Dated May 4, 1934. County Judge.

Guardianship Hearing for Anna Stray Incompetent

Notice announces guardian John C. Stray seeks court approval of accounts from appointment to date and authorization to compromise certain settlements. Hearing set before court on May 18, 1934 at 2 PM. Dated April 31, 1984. A. H. Duxbury.

Anna Stray John C. Stray A. H. Duxbury

Probate petition seeks Will admission and appoints admin

In Cass County Nebraska a probate petition for the estate of Christian May seeks admission of an authenticated copy of the last will and testament and requests appointment of Guy L. Clements as administrator with will annexed. Hearing set for May 18, 1924 at ten a.m. in the County Court.

County Court of Causes Nebraska Christian May Tazewell County Mllnois Guy L. Clements Cass County A. H. Duxbury

Quieting title action over Lot 9 and described parcels in Cass County

Adolphus J. Pearsley files in district court of Cass County Nebraska to quiet title against Levanus W Fatterson Nels Co Johnson Charles S Smith and others for Lot 9 and related parcels in Township 11 north Range 14 east and Fractional Lots 6 7 Section 17 18. Mortgage by W H Royal and Elizabeth R Royal to Charles S Smith dated March 5 1868 and recorded July 6 1868 seeks cancellation as barred by Nebraska statute of limitations. Answer by May 28 1924 or pleadings deemed true.

Levanus W. Fatterson Nels Co. Johnson Charles S. Smith Cass Nebraska Adolphus ©. Pearsley District Court Case County W. H. Royal Elizabeth R. Royal Eaid

Notice of sale of real estate in Cass County Nebraska

In the District Court of Cass County Nebraska Charles L Greaves administrator seeks license to sell the real estate of John Wesley Woodward deceased at public auction for cash at the Bank of Union Union Nebraska on May 31 1934 at 11 a m The property includes Lot 7 in the NE Quarter of the SW Quarter Section 24 Township 10 Range 13 containing 26.36 acres more or less Lot 6 in the NE Quarter of the SW Quarter Section 23 Township 10 Range 13 containing 10 acres more or less and Lot 42 in the SE Quarter of the SW Quarter Section 2% Township 10 Range 13 containing 6.05 acres more or less all in Cass County Nebraska The sale is subject to lease to March 1 1935 and bids may be rejected by the administrator A L Tidd attorney.

Cans County Nebraska Charles L. Greaves John Wesley Woodall DD. W. Livingston District Court Cass County John Wesley Woodward Bank of Union Union Cor Lees Lees Charles L. Graves John Wesley Woodard A.l.tidd

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