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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1920

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Omaha Auto Party In Serious Mishap On McConkey Hill

A three Limite touring car owned by William McMan of Omaha drove on the left side at high speed on McConkey Hill from Chicago Avenue and overturned after colliding with Fugene Vroman who took his car off the road. A lady passenger suffered severe injuries. the vehicle was badly damaged and towed to Reno garage for repairs.

McConkney Chicago Avenue William McMan Omaha McMan Fugéene Vroman Vroman McMann Dodge Ed Mason Ren Renpuire

Fire damages home on West Oak Street near tracks

Fire alarm rang around noon as neighbors extinguished a blaze at J. J. Meisinger’s residence on West Oak Street near the Missouri Pacific tracks. A spark from a passing locomotive is suspected. Prompt neighbor action limited damage and the owner’s loss is not expected to be great.

Clijy Weet Second Ward J. J. Meisinger West Oak Street Vehchbors

William P Cook Returns Home After Major Osceola Hospital Operation

William P Cook came back yesterday afternoon from Osceola Iowa where he had a very severe operation in the hospital. The medical procedure was reported among the most severe performed there and is considered highly successful. Cook remains weak but shows health improvement and friends express great pleasure at his return to the old home. We offer all kinds of job printing.

William P. Cook Osceola Osceola Hospital Cook A Re

Startling Snake Incident on Riverside Path

Yesterday afternoon Miss Della Frans stepped on a small snake along shaded ferry paths. The shock caused a severe nervous reaction, confining her to home with medical aid summoned, while Dr. Frans and family attended her.

Frans Miss Della Miss Frans

Adam Hild Laid To Rest In Community Funeral

The Saturday service for Adam Hild at St. Pauls Evangelical church drew broad crowds from the county. Rev. Robert Kunsendorff led English and German prayers, praising his Christian character and steadfast faith. Pallbearers were long-time friends. interment followed at Oak Hill cemetery.

Adam Hild St. Paul’s Evangelical Church Robert Kunsendorff Eight Mile Grove Hild Oak Hill Cemetery John Fight John Kaffenberger Jacob Tritsch William Wassler John H. Albert Theodore Starkjohn Mr. Hild

Koukal Suffers Serious Arm Fracture in Ford Crank Incident

Emil A Koukal sustained a double fracture of his right forearm after the crank of his Ford car struck him while attempting to start the engine. The injury required setting by a physician and will keep him from using his arm for several weeks. His health has been poor since returning from military service in France in 1918, and this new injury worsens his condition.

Emil A. Koukal Emil Mr. Koukal France

Democratic delegates hold meeting in Cass County caucus

Delegates chosen to represent Cass County at the Nebraska state convention in Omaha on May 2. Prominent local leaders and long-time party figures attend. J. P. Falter chairs the session and a committee selects the delegate list including J. F. Falter and Mike Tritsch. Baker of Dunbar speaks on reform and taxation. county committee to meet later to organize for the year.

Cass County Equity’ Court Room Court House Omaha Hen. W. H. Banning Union J. M. Stone Mike Kime Nehawka W. H. Heil John Group Louisville John Murtey Alvo J. P. Falter J. P. Sattler Jacob Tritsch M. Archer W. H. Puls Murray F. Brendel Muray L. F. Langhorst Elmwood Frank E Schlater Mike Tritsch G. H Gilmore M. G. Kime W. B. Banning Frank Massie C. Boyles G. P. Foreman Dan Bourke Banning James P. Baker Dunbar Cass Otoe Baker Faler

Local dealer sells new Reo roadster to Fred Heil

J E Mason proprietor of the Plattsmouth Garage and local Reo dealer sold a fine new roadster to Fred Heil a few days ago. Reo cars are praised as the best for the money and Fred is pleased with his purchase though local dealers report stock is hard to obtain and moves quickly when available.

J. E. Mason Plattsmouth Reo Cars Fred Heil Reo Fred Mr. Mason

Stork Brings Baby to Julius A. Pitz Home

The Daily reports a new daughter born to County Commissioner Julius A. Pitz and his wife. Both mother and child are reported dying nicely, with the family delighted at the addition to the family. Grandparents and extended relatives are noted with happiness.

Stork Julius A. Pitz

Mother's Day Observed by Young Men's Bible Class

The Young Men's Bible Class at the Methodist church observed Mother's Day with a special program. Twenty five mothers and members participated as readers and singers. Mrs William Baird read My Mother Organ, Clara Mae Morgan sang of mother love, and speeches honored both mothers and sons. A bouquet was given to each member and a memorial bouquet paid tribute to four departed members.

Methodist Church Teather William Baird Wren Clara Mae Morgan W. I. Street H. A. Stromshure

Change of Gogurs in Business House

Last evening a deal was completed making Maphion Brown and Jonge, associated with John W. Crabill, the owners of the stock of goods at the Sixth and Main street jewelry store. Crabill retains repair work and will continue the partnership, with both men promising continued courteous service to the public.

Maphion Brown Jonge John W. Crabill Sixth Main Streets Crabill Pleasant Business Themen Mr. Brown

Lercey Moran Celebrates Twelfth Birthday Party

On Saturday afternoon Lercey Moran celebrated his twelfth birthday at home with friends and schoolmates. Ice cream and cake followed games as the group enjoyed the party. Attending were Carolyn Moran Eugene Moran Edith Quinton Helen Wurl Helen Beeson Catherine Schneider Edna Klinger Laura Elizabeth Eaton Rudolph Iverson Joe Buttery Harlin Gorder George Rebal Ray Moran of Omaha and Miss Rys the teacher.

Lercey Moran Carolyn Moran Eugene Moran Edith Quinton Helen Wurl Helen Beeson Catherine Schneider Edna Klinger Laura Elizabeth Eaton Rudolph Iverson Joe Buttery Harlin Gorder George Rebal Ray Moran Omaha Rys

Cass County Republicans Select Delegates at County Convention

James M. Teegarden named chairman and William A. Robertson secretary as fifteen delegates chosen to attend the state convention in Lincoln. Mrs. Robert Ward and Mrs. John Palmer are the first ladies elected as delegates. Local leaders and candidates spoke on party unity and recovery after war, urging support for Republican tickets this fall.

Cass County James M. Teegarden Robert Ward John Palmer Nehawka Teegarden William A. Robertson Lincoln J. A. Gardner Tipton H. P. Long South Bend Andrew F. Sturm Mavis A. P. Sturm A. A. Wetenkamp Wetenkamp Palmer Ward Arthur L. Palmer Omaha Louisville George Wilson Elmwood Eagle Beacon Hi” Johnson Clarence Tefft Weeping Water George Berger C. L. Graves W. A. Taylor Union Frank P. Sheldon A. P.sturm L. J. Marfield Louisville Courier C. F. Harris

County convention backs immediate courthouse repairs

The convention considered the need to repair the courthouse and, with strong support from attendees, nearly all expressed that the county property should be fixed promptly. The vote favored proceeding with the building repairs at once.

Young Folks Present May Day Program at Library

The Junior Service Guild of St Luke s church hosted mothers with a May Day program and an exhibit of relief work for mission stations in Alaska the Winnebago Indian mission and St Mary s Tennessee. Woolen items and dresses were shown along with a piano solo and a vocal trio, plus a pantomime. Each guest received a May basket of refreshments.

Public Junior Service Guild of St. Lukes Church Church Alaska Winnebagoes St. Mary's School Tennessee Helen Clement Edith Ledgeway Dorothy Peters Helen Ledgeway Violet Edith Violet Begley

Property for sale in city with multiple lots

For sale a seven room house and two lots on north Sixth street with city water gas and electricity. Also a five room cottage on north Ninth street and two vacant lots on North Eighth street. Acreage offered to exchange for property closer in. ad by R B Windham.

North Sixth Street North Ninth Street North Eighth Street

Mayor Schneider Returns From Washington Banking Hearings

Mayor H A Schneider of Plattsmouth and Nebraska bankers visited Washington to lobby for state bank interests before the Federal Reserve Board and Congress. The Nebraska delegation pressed issues on conflicts between state banks and the Federal Reserve system, seeking adjustments to improve operation under state charters.

H. A. Schneider Plattsmouth State Bank Nebraska Washington Federal Reserve Banking System Federal Board House of Representatives Board of Governors Federal Reserve Bank Congress Frank Keavis Federal Reserve Board Federal Reserve System Banking and Currency Committee House Schneider Mation

Elmwood well represented at county convention

This morning Stove Creek precinct sent a robust delegation to the county convention in the city. Republicans present included Gus Gormemeier George Berger John Cobb George Wilson L A Tyson B L Clements and William Schreck. Democrats in attendance were Alden Turk L F Langhorst J A Capwell and John Gonzales.

Stove Creek Gus Gormemeier George Berger John Cobb George Wilson L. A. Tyson B.L. Clements Willam Schreck Alden Turk L. F. Langhorst J. A. Capwell John Gonzales

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Omaha Auto Party McConkey Hill Monanv's Daily Equity Court Room Bible Class the Republicans James Teegarden W. A. Robertson Tueedars Dolly St. Luke's Church R. B, Windham Congressional National Capitol Federal RESEI U. S Sam The First National Bank Plattsmouth, Nebraska
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