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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1925

Page

2

Plattsmouth Man Injured in Auto Streetcar Crash

John Fyfe, a Plattsmouth resident, was badly cut when his new Chevrolet collided with a northbound street car on Railroad Avenue in Albright. Companion Raymond Kriskey suffered multiple injuries but is not as seriously harmed. Fyfe remains hospitalized. Kriskey returned home with facial and limb injuries. The wreck caused extensive damage to the car and prompted an investigation.

Omaha John Fyfe Railroad Avenue Albright Fyfe Plattsmouth Chevrolet Raymond Kriskey Mr. Fyfe John Livingston Ray Mr. Kriskey

Explosive Sale Ad Offers Pyrotol to Public

A fragmentary notice proposes government explosive Pyrotol for purchase and urges prompt payment by sending a check, signaling an opportunity to obtain a military or industrial explosive. It lacks formal details on eligibility or legal safeguards.

Area Test Reports Precinct Results and Reactor Counts

The T B Area test lists precincts Stove Creek Tipton Weeping Water Elmwood and Center Center as 100 percent tested with only 4 reactors found. Louisville Avoca Mt Pleasant nearing finish with Nehawka Greenwood and Plattsmouth in progress. Among five finished precincts 688 herds and 8578 cattle tested with 42 reactors and 11 Reactors?

T. B Stove Creek Tipton Weeping Water Elmwood Center Center Louisville Avoca Mt. Pleasant Nehawka Greenwood

Lice and Mites on Poultry Inspire Farm Management Note

Lice and mites, common pests in flocks, hinder chick growth and reduce hen output, prompting farmers to seek control measures and preventive care. The article highlights the impact on poultry production and suggests management steps.

Weaning pig ration and care guidelines from old farming text

A careful balanced ration aids pig weaning. Pigs previously fed grain ease transfer. Milk-rich sows require high protein substitutes. A mix of corn or barley shorts and tankage or oil meal aids transition. Green pasture valued. allow daily nursing briefly after weaning and reduce brood sow feed.

Two Bridge Luncheons Delight City Social Set

Miss Verna Leonard hosted two afternoon bridge luncheons at her North Sixth Street home. Prize winners included Mrs. Donelan Mrs. Karl Brown and Mrs. Frank H. Dunbar in the first event and Mrs. Frank L. Cummins Mrs. E. A. Wurl and Mrs. James T. Gegley in the second.

Bridge Verna Leonard North Sixth Street Miss Leonard Dora Fricke J. A. Donelan

Schoolmasters Club Names DeWolf Secretary Treasurer

Superintendent G. E. DeWolf of the city schools was in Omaha for the Schoolmasters club meeting and annual banquet. The main address at the banquet was delivered by Superintendent Andrews of Chicago schools, and DeWolf was elected secretary treasurer for the ensuing year.

G. E. DeWolf Omaha Andrews Chicago DeWolf

Mrs Streight Improving After Hospital Operation

Reports from Clarkson hospital in Omaha state Mrs William J Streight who was operated on Wednesday night is showing improvement. The development is encouraging to her family and many friends in this city and vicinity.

Clarkson Omaha William J. Streight

Man Suffers Mental Breakdown at Nebraska Masonic Home

Louie Brick enbush was on the grounds when he suffered a severe mental breakdown. He was found unbalanced and medical aid was summoned. He is being cared for pending transport to a hospital for treatment.

Saturda Louie Brickenbush Nebraska Masonic Home

National Mother's Day Observance Highlighted

The article recounts the adoption of Mother's Day as a national observance on the second Sunday in May. It notes Anna Jarvis's proposal in 1910, congressional actions in 1913 and 1914, and the first national proclamation by President Wilson. It praises mothers and urges nationwide tribute through flowers, visits, and memory of deceased mothers.

Anna Jarvis Philadelphia Congress J. T. Heflin Alabama Woodrow Wilson Lfe

Local residents and new hires enliven Manley community

Frank Bergman and family visited J. G. Rauth's home. Carrie Schafer stayed with brother Charles Schafer in Murdock. George Ankrum, appointed Missouri Pacific section foreman for Manley, arrived in town. Ike Bill and Happy Jones took jobs at Louisville quarry. M R Leonard, new blacksmith, from Elmwood and Nehawka, rented Herman Dall's shop. Rauths visited Omaha. Emma Summers hosted them. Mrs Harry Clarke accompanied them from Iowa Falls.

Frank Bergman J. G. Rauth Herman Carrie Schafer Charles Schafer Murdock George Ankrum Missouri Pacfic West Side Omaha Manley Ike Bill Happy” Jones Louisville M. R. Leonard Elmwood Nehawka Herman Dall Dall J. H.rauth Omaha Emma Summers Harry Clarke Iowa Falls

Miss Maher to Attend State with County Spelling Winners

Miss Mamie Maher of Manley school will accompany two pupils who won first prize in the county spelling contest in Omaha. The winners are Miss Ela Sheehan and Miss Hilda Mann.

Mamie Maher Manley School Spellin Omaha Ela Sheehan Hilda Mann

Pool Hall Changes Hands

Last Thursday evening Richbra Pickard sold his pool hall to Ee iie Sheehan who immediately took charge of the place and will continue operations.

Richbra Pickard Ee Iie Sheehan Will Con

Hall's Catarrh Medicine Ad With Claims

An elderly advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Medicine has used for over 40 years to treat catarrh with an external ointment and an internal tonic. It asserts the tonic works through the bloodstream to reduce inflammation of mucous surfaces. Sold by all druggists I. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.

Hall I. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio

Banquet and Show Delight Omaha Guests at Rome Hotel

John Crane of Mantey hosted a large party at the Rome hotel in Omaha with a banquet and show last Wednesday. Attendees from Manley included J H Rauth and wife Edward Kelly and Mrs Nora Esenberger of Plattsmouth and many others from nearby towns. The festivities, arranged by Crane, were well received and the host treated all with hospitality.

Omaha John Crane Mantey Crane, Curyea and Mantey Rome Manley J. H. Rauth Edward Kelly Nora Esenberger Plattsmouth Joseph Macaney Joseph Wolpert Jack Edward Sheehan Messrs Mesdames A. H. Humble Richard Pickard Rudolph Bergman Ralph Kechtler Father Higgins Alice Harma Joseph Rauth Will Heebner John P. Stander Mary Livingston Lincoln Harvey Koop Louisville Gertie Wooff Harry Clarks Iowa Hills Iowa J. C. Rauth Crane

Methodist Choir Bids Farewell to Departing Members

Last night after choir practice at the First Methodist church the choir held a social hour to honor members leaving the city. Absent next year are Dorothea Pond Francis Fields Marie Doyd Mildred Crum R G Campbell C H Peden and Harley F Cecil with Miss Hartley a Presbyterian guest. Formal toasts and pink decor framed the gathering in church parlors.

First Methodist Church Dorothea Pond Francis Fields Marie Doyd Mildred Crum R. G. Cambell C. H. Peden Harley F. Cecil

Picnic Party Honors Miss Jane Dunbar Ahead of California Trip

Miss Laura Grossman hosted an indoor picnic at the R. A. Bates home for a group of young school friends and playmates in honor of Miss Jane Dunbar who will soon depart for California. Guests included Jean Caldwell Jane Dunbar Marjorie Ann Evangeline Craig Tootsie Sharp Ruth Smith Anna Rys and Marie Svoboda with Mrs F H Dunbar Mrs W D Smith and J H Donnelly assisting at the luncheon decorated by red tulips and spring flowers.

Jane Dunbar California Laura Grossman Burlington Bridge R. A. Bates F. H. Dunbar W. D. Smith J. H. Donnelly Omaha Bates Jean Caldwell Marjorie Ann Evangeline Craig Tootsie Sharp Ruth Smith Anna Rys Marie Svoboda

Match Draws Interest at Peterson & Krae Pool Hall

A fifty ball pool series between Kid Duda of Los Angeles and Herman Brandt the Denver Flash captivated spectators last night. Duda led early but Brandt, famed as a top middle west shooter, fought back to a final one ball win for Brandt drawing strong interest from local onlookers.

Peterson & Krae- Pff Kid Duda Los Angeles Herman Brandt Denver Flash Brandt Middle West

Eagles and Friends Enjoy Pleasant Social Evening

Portsmouth Aerie No. 365 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles held a social night at their Coates block hall. Cards, dances with Holly orchestra, and a luncheon united members and friends in a well planned program. a recent large membership addition was noted.

Plertsmouth Aerie No. 365 Order of Eagles Coates Block Holly Eagles Order

Buttery to undergo operation in Omaha

Frank F. Buttery left yesterday afternoon for Omaha to enter a hospital and undergo an operation on his nose. He has suffered for years from a nasal irritation causing annoyance and sleep disturbance, and the procedure is sought to obtain relief.

Frank F. Buttery Omaha Mr. Buttery Catarrah

Help Wanted Advertisement Requests Journal Readers

Local newspaper seeks classified help wanted notice from readers to post job inquiries in the Journal column. Submit brief details of position, hours, and contact method for publication. Public notices, listings, and personal ads are encouraged to reach potential applicants.

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