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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1933
Page
4
In Cass County Nebraska the County Court sets a hearing for May 19 1933 at 10 am on Flora Murray administratrix final settlement and discharge of account. Notice is published in the Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks prior.
The Cass Nebraska court schedules a probate hearing for William C Boucher on May 26 1933 at 10 00 am. Petitioners Alice Jennie E Boucher Gladys Martin and Henry Warren Boucher seek to prove admit and record the April 11 1923 will naming Henry Warren Boucher executor. The court orders notice to all heirs and interested persons and confirms attorney Carl D Ganz as attorney.
Sealed bids are invited at the Nebraska Department of Roads and Irrigation Lincoln until 10:00 a.m. June 1 1933 for sand gravel surfacing and incidental work on Eagle Murdock Patrol No. 114 state road re surfacing 6.9 miles. Plans available at Cass County Clerk Plattsmouth or Lincoln office. Bid bond 100 percent. a certified check of 100 dollars required. The department may waive technicalities and reject all bids. R L Cochran State Engineer. Geo R Sayles Cass County Clerk.
Work on Projects Nos. 153-C and L state roads surfacing 15.2 miles of graveled road. Approximate quantities include 205.845 square yards of land gravel surfacing to the Department of Roads and Irrigation with a minimum amount of 300 dollars. mli-3w
In Cass County District Court Elba Dodson files suit to quiet title to specific parcels described as the east half of the southeast quarter of the southwest quarter of Section 4 and the northeast quarter of the northwest quarter of Section 9 in Township 10 North Range 13 East. Defendants include Stephen Hobson and multiple heirs and unknown heirs. Respondents must answer by June 12, 1933, or the petition will be taken as true and a judgment entered in favor of the plaintiff.
Public auction on June 10 1933 at 10 a m at the south front door of the Plattsmouth Courthouse Cass County Nebraska to satisfy a judgment in favor of Plattsmouth State Bank against B F Wiles. Property includes multiple parcels in sections 23 24 township 12 range 13 with 215 acres more or less and additional lots in the northwest quarter of Section 24 all subject to mortgages and liens.
Nehawka and nearby towns record a string of visits from S E Lingo to Vil lisca Iowa John H Steffens in Omaha on business Frank Boedeker family from Council Bluffs in Nehawka James M Dunbar and family from Auburn at Palmer home Mrs Giles from Plattsmouth and Ernest on business trips Charles Troop and George Troop market cattle South Omaha Mr and Mrs Troop visit Weeping Water Peter Jourgeson earns Master Farmer honor Future Farmers of America Nehawka Womans club meets at Mrs Ost home with Dorothy leading the program and a pleasant lunch turnout.
Attendees from across the state join Ivy Day celebrations at Lincoln University May Day festivities. Nehawka residents Mr and Mrs Raymond C Pollard attend with daughter Leona Pollard, a university student, chosen as one of six assistants to the Queen of the May.
Miss Marian and Miss Mildred Young daughters of Parr Young have completed a tennis court at their country home about five miles north of Nehawka. The court provides an excellent chance for the girls to enjoy the game and get outdoor exercise for health.
At the morning worship service last Sunday three individuals joined the church through baptism. They are Robert Taylor Jr and two daughters of local families, the Falischman and Kettlehut households.
Mr. and Mrs. Ben Olive of Weeping Water visited Tuesday. Mrs. Olive stayed with Mr. and Mrs. E J Giles while Mr. Olive handled business matters briefly.
The Vere the Nehawka Daughters of Rebekah lodge entertained at the hall last Thursday honoring the 134th founding anniversary of Odd Fellowship and its sister organization in America. The event featured an appropriate program and good foods for the guests.
The article describes continued work to the corner by the old orchard with machinery moving east and backing-in. Union scene shifts as materials are unloaded for the east portion. A large, county-resident workforce is employed, boosting local labor demand.
Dr and Mrs J W Thomas of Lincoln visited Nehawka last Sunday evening at W S Norris home to arrange care for their cat Kitty while they are away. Norris will look after the pet during their vacation planned in Minnesota.
The Neewahka Church hosts a Gospel League program with the drama My Mother’s Bible at 8 p.m. after prior Portland performances. Otterbein Church marks Mother's Day with an 11 a.m. service. Mid week prayer meetings are set for Wednesday evening at both churches. Junior C E Thursday at J W Murdoch’s. Senior C E Friday with Bessie Murdoch. Woman’s Society hosted by Mrs. Marler Thursday.
Cattle shipments to the Omaha market were heavy today with many cattle trucks moving into the city before daylight. Iowa sources supplied a large number of feeders from Malvern Thurman and Bartlett as the market opened, signaling strong activity for buyers and sellers.
Roy W. Kelly from near South Bend spent a short time in the city Monday afternoon visiting friends and handling business affairs. He is a long time reader of the Journal in his locality.
Paving of the highway west of the Nehawka corner advances with concrete poured up to the Clyde Falischman place. Material tracks will divert to the east road once work reaches that point.
Local residents including Horace Griffin and family, Mrs Merritt, Mrs Fitch, J C Hansel and wife, Dan Porter, Lucean Banning, Ben Anderson, Joseph Banning and Lucian, Elizabeth Rankin, Edgar and Mrs Newton, Fleming Robb family, Ora Clarke, Henry Reuhman, J W Woodard, Elmer Withrow, Frank Bauer, Reuben Stine, George Stites, Ivy Mougay, and others are noted for visits, car trips, shopping, and social gatherings in Union, Nebraska City, Tarkio, and Omaha. Several trips include bus and auto travel, a Plymouth car purchase, and a hospital finger injury with recovery.
Several students from Weeping Water and Union gave a well attended, worthwhile musical treat that pleased the audience and showcased local talent.
W. A. Clarence, a farm worker for R. D. Stine, has been in declining health and was sent to the University hospital in Omaha last Monday by George Stine for treatment. A knot on his side from a prior injury prompted hopes for improved health and a prompt return to his usual activities.
Reports from last week confirm the marriage of Miss Agnes Erwin and Mr. William Wilson, both esteemed Union society members. They plan to reside here with the groom taking up farming, and many friends extend congratulations for their future happiness and prosperity.
Orville Hathaway keeps busy on the mail route mornings and spends afternoons painting his home and outbuildings. The neat appearance shows the buildings are protected from deterioration by a well applied coat of paint.
A Sunday gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Lewis brought together relatives from Union and Omaha. Attendees included Earl Merritt and Mrs. Ralph Godwin, Mrs. Lewis's brother, and E. M. Godwin and wife, Paternal figures J. D. Lewis and the Lewis spouses joined the circle after traveling via Plattsmouth.
Donald Aylard two year old son of Mr and Mrs Ray Aylard underwent a double mastoid operation in Omaha on Tuesday. The operation was described as one of the greatest severity but the child came through in excellent shape and is reportedly doing as well as possible. Mrs Aylard is at Omaha with the child as much as possible.
Fulton Harris, a Republican county surveyor candidate last fall, has accepted a job at the Bank of Union. He takes the place of Harris Banning, who will leave to become a book keeper for a major Omaha insurance company next week.
Members of the Order of Eastern Star of Plattsmouth met Tuesday last week with Union residents attending from the county seat. A supper was served and attendees especially enjoyed the fellowship. Participants from Plattsmouth included Mesdames W. H. Porter Joseph Banning Mary B. Allison and William Barritt.
The musicale sponsored by the Union Woman's Club was held with Walter Wheatley of Lincoln leading the event aided by Miss Laura Reed and Miss Eva Robinson, both of Lincoln.
Wednesday Harris of Union visited the city for a few hours to attend the funeral of the late Mrs A W Cloidt which was held that morning.
Nebraska shows no debt and a small property tax rise while states across the nation face budget gaps. Maryland Mississippi Nevada and others report balanced or improving finances, but several states including Colorado Michigan and Florida remain in session seeking new revenue to avoid deficits.
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