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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1921

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Mothers Day Observed Across City Services and Homes

Observances marked Mothers Day throughout the city with church services in multiple congregations led by Rev A V Hunter Rev H G McClusky and Rev A G Hollowell. Flowers were worn by men and women and many residents visited loved ones including out-of-town guests.

First Methodist Church A. VV. Hunter First Presbyterian Church H. G. McClusky Christian Church Sunday School A. G. Hollowell Hollowell Murray Church Cfy Ivins Bevonil

Local drill team to attend district meeting in honor

The junior drill team of the Daughters of Rebekah will appear before the district meeting led by Col J H Short. The group has organized recently and earned praise for floor work and degree presentation, promising a clever showcase at the memorial service.

Rebekah Omaha Degre Daughters of Rebekah Sare J. H. Short

Culmination of Romance Leads to Omaha Bride

Mr and Mrs Edward Wilson of Omaha spent a week with Mrs Lister and her husband in Lincoln where the couple wed last Wednesday. The ceremony marks the culmination of years of romance dating to his service with the Fourth Nebraska Infantry in this city. He works as a bookkeeper for Swift Packing in Omaha and she was employed at the Federal Reserve Bank in Omaha before the marriage.

Edward Wilson Omaha

Wescott Attends United Clothiers Meeting in Kansas City

C. C. Wescott of Wescott's Sons left for Kansas City to attend the United Clothiers association gathering at Hotel Baltimore. He is a leading Nebraska member and will join the state delegation for the week's events.

C. C. Wescott C. E. Wescott’s

Very Pretty Wedding at Omaha Home

A quiet Saturday evening ceremony united Miss LeVaughn Lehnhoft and Mr. Ernest Nordin Jr at the Lehnhoft residence in Omaha. The event featured a Lohengrin march, elaborate decor, and a guest list from prominent Omaha families. The couple depart for an eastern trip and plan to reside at 1239 Hawthorn Avenue after June 1.

George B. Lehhnhoff Omaha Miss LeVaughn Ernest Nordin Titus Lowe First Methodist Church Croom Arthur Strawn Jane Hansen Leslie Barrs Nordin Bride Haw- Taorn Avenue FL. DD. Lehnnhoft Tillie Lehnhof Plattsmouth Central High School

Clarence Beal Wins $35000 Verdict Against Burlington Railroad

The case of Clarence Beal versus the Burlington Railroad over injuries from last summer’s accident near Slaton Minnesota ended with a 35000 dollar verdict for Beal. A prior trial awarded 30000 dollars and a retrial yielded a larger amount before the appeal is considered.

Burlington Slaton, Minn Clarence Beal Burlington Railroad Beal Slaton Minnesota Heal

Retired Pioneer Dies in Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs

Henry E. Schoening 83, a pioneer farmer and retired businessman, died at Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs after a three week illness. Born in Holstein Germany, he came to the United States at 19 and spent four decades in Mills County Iowa. He later worked with Petersen and Schoening Furniture in the Bluffs and served 28 years on Militia County School Board plus other local offices. Survived by three sons and three daughters, funeral Monday at 2. He was father in law of Adolph Geise.

Henry E. Schoening Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs Holstein Germany Mills County Iowa Petersen & Schoening Furniture Company The Bluffs Militia County Henry Tank the Bluffs Adolphh Geise Ray Harrold

Seed Corn For Sale Early White Seed With Red Cob

Extra early white seed corn with red cob for sale. Telephone 4022. Cc Barnard.

Telephone 4022 Cc. Barnard

City Council Holds Its First Real Meeting

City council convened at city hall with full attendance to address street work, light contracts, sidewalk petitions, and city finances. Resignations, appointments, and budget matters dominated, with reports on police, fire, and treasury guiding decisions.

Ity Barbara Dookmever Lillian Freeman Mmrs Marie Bookmever Weet Marble Street BR. P. Westover J. R. Kelly Marble Street John Bucer Emma Pease Atrs. Lian Freeman Tenth Street Alless and Bridges Ctty Council Fred J Patterson G. W. Homan Burlington Park A. G. Bach J. E. Musson McCarthy Hestor Rawls T. H. Pollock Incal Ford Company Manapeaker O. Sandin Werger Herger Fire and Water Committee Mokinto Archer Light Company Light Committee

Young Brantford catcher Ed Gradoville returns home

Edward Gradoville, a promising catcher from the Brantford team of the Michigan Canadian League, returns to his city after workouts in Brantford. He remains under contract with Brantford but is likely to be farmed to the Dakota League for more experience. The Brantford club benefits from a strong group of young pitchers and needed veteran catchers, which allowed Ed to go south for the summer.

Dnrkr Edward Gradoville Brantford Canada Gradoville

Rain Spoils Game For Eagles In Omaha Postponement

Weather delays water works flood the field forcing the postponement of the Eagles game with the Thirteenth Street All Stars of Omaha. The visiting team arrived on a Burlington train and returned home after the rain, as the city hopes for better conditions in the coming weeks.

Eagles Thireenth Street All Stars Omaha Burlington

Death of L. F. Salée at Nebraska Masonic Home

L F Salée longtime resident at the Nebraska Masonic Home near Scotia Neb died after a cancer illness. Superintendent W F Evers received word of his death and burial and the body was taken to Scotia for funeral services held Friday.

W. F. Evers Nebraska Masonic Home L. F. Salee Salée Scotia Neb

Pleasant DAR Meeting Highlights D A R Officers Elected

The Fon tenehra chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution met at Judge and Mrs W M Newell's home hosted by Miss Henri ce Newell. Officers for the year were re elected. The program featured a review of Benjamin Franklin and a talk by Mrs E T Westott with refreshments served. The DAR social date June 23 was announced with gentlemen guests to follow.

Tim Patis Fontenehra The Daughters of the American Revolution W. M. Newell Henrice Wilbur S. Leete George A.edge Earl A. Stanfield H. KR. Cole William Baird L. ©. Minor Bernete Newell H. R. Cole Benjamin Franklin E. Tt. Wesetott Great American Statesman TP. A. R. With E. H Weeentt

Widespread Nebraska Rainfall Reports Across State

Rain reports show heavy showers across Nebraska with Lincoln at 1.79 inches Auburn 2.07 Ashland 1.68 and Omaha 1.28 inches. Southeastern counties saw very heavy rain over two inches in places while western Kansas had little rain. Burlinton line rains up to 2.5 inches will aid pastures and corn growth.

Plattsmouth Lincoln Auburn Ashland Broken Bow Omaha North Platte Grand Island Hastings Holdreze Atchison Kansas City Kansas Burlington

Leaves for Colorado on westward journey after forty three years

Herman Spies departed Plattsmouth for Trinidad Colorado to visit his son Edmund Spies then proceed to Long Beach California for a longer visit and possible relocation. Many old friends gathered at the station to bid him farewell expressing gratitude for his years in Plattsmouth.

Herman Spies Trinidad Colorado Edmund Spies Long Beach California Plattsmouth

Rain Destroys County Roads Hurts Local Trade

Heavy rainfall has erased days of roadwork by county overseers and left highways muddy and hard to traverse. The soggy conditions slow trade and keep farmers in their fields, reducing daily business and travel.

Work on Baird Residence Begins on Seventh and Main

Two workmen started remodeling the William Baird residence at Seventh and Main Street. Work will continue until the home is ready for the family’s return, with plans for a neat and modern final result.

William Baird Seventh and Main Street Baird

Showing Improvement From Mrs Florence Newton

Reports from the bedside in Omaha indicate Mrs Florence Newton shows improvement though still weak from her recent operation and not yet able to leave the hospital.

Florence Newton Omaha

St Marys Guild Holds Pleasant Afternoon Meeting

From Wednesday's Daily the ladies of St Marys Guild met at the Gerling home on North Sixth street with Miss Barbara Gering as hostess and Mrs Cushman as assistant. They spent the afternoon sewing and socializing, then enjoyed dainty refreshments.

St. Mary'’s Guild Gerling North Sixth Street Barbara Gering L. H. Cushman

Brief Sketch of the Life of Samuel Tubbs

Samuel Tubbs of Cass county Nebraska born April 5 1881 near Murray died in May 1921 at age 40 after a months long illness. He leaves parents four sisters Mrs Lincoln Church Mrs C W Jones Mrs Ed Wilson and Mrs Morton Cochran. Funeral services conducted by Rev. E H Pontius were held at the family home Sunday afternoon at 2 30.

Samuel Tubbs Joseph Tubbs Murray Neb Cass County Lincoln Church North Gve Washington C. W. Jones Tecumseh, Neb Ed Wilson Spearfish, & D Morton Cochran Hulett Wyoming

Card of Thanks for Kindness After Death of Son

Words fail to express our deep appreciation for the acts of kindness and helpful words spoken during the illness and death of our son and brother. We thank Dr. T. P. Livingston for his favors and sympathy. These administrations will not be forgotten. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tubbs and daughters.

T. P. Livingston Joseph Tubbs

Queen Esthers Elect Officers at Methodist Church Meeting

The Queen Esthers society at the Methodist church elected officers in a well attended session at the church parlors. Officers chosen include Mrs. John T. Lyon as president and Miss Velma Elliott as vice president with Mrs. Will Heinrich recording secretary and Miss Florence Balser corresponding secretary and Mrs. Hallie Perry treasurer. The evening ended with sewing and social conversation.

Queen Esthers Society Methodist Church John T. Lyon Velma Elliott Will Heinrich Florence Balser Hallie Perry

Plain Selling Talk Slogan For Your Ad

Your ad will carry punch if you write it as plain selling talk. Skip frills and exaggeration and focus on clear benefits and direct call to action for quick impact.

City readers suggest improvements for Plattsmouth

A reader submitted a list of public improvement ideas inspired by community spirit. Proposals include street lights lower light rates sidewalks mail delivery playgrounds clubs bridges paving a new city hall parks and events.

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Schmader Attracts Several Boxing Offers From Promoters

Cass county boxer Andy Schmader draws interest from promoters in Omaha and Chicago. Manager Jack Lewis says Schmader will fight anyone but offers remain too low to book dates. Options include a ten round bout with Billy Miske in St Paul and a match with Harry Grebe in South Bend. Chicago promoters also seek a bout against Bob Roper.

Cass County Andy Schmader Jack Lewis Omaha Andy Jack Nebraska Mr. Lewis Billy Miske St. Paul South Bend Indiana Harry Grebe Pittsburg Chicago Bob Roper Fighting Soldier

Death of Infant Son Gobelman

Infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gobelman died shortly after birth. Funeral services will be held at their home in the southern part of the city today and interment is at Oak Hill cemetery.

Edward Gobelman Oak Hill Cemetery

Daily Journal Wants Ad Urges Buyers and Sellers

If you have anything to sell or want to buy, don't overlook a want ad in the Daily Journal. The notice encourages readers to place classified ads to reach local buyers and sellers.

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