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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1920
Page
4
A collection of wry observations on politics economy and social norms. It mocks Hoover era party loyalties tax debates poverty schemes and household roles while poking at begotten fashions and cold climate curiosities. Personal relations and everyday quarrels also surface in pointed quips.
The editorial notes that four states vote next month while fourteen primaries have not produced a decisive delegate lead. It argues direct primaries express factional sentiment, not national will, and recalls past conventions. It cites low turnout in Maryland and a lack of enthusiasm across states. The piece contrasts old and new nomination methods. Fannie Hurst reports doubled story sales after secret marriage and suggests some couples might study it.
A humorous remark notes sugar rising to twenty five cents a pound and a woman’s quip about a free country for skunks. It mocks Fannie Wurst and suggests her husband kept the secret longer than expected, highlighting public surprise at the concealment.
Court in Cass County Nebraska schedules a hearing on Cash L. Wiles petition claiming Barbara J. Wiles died intestate and detailing described real estate across multiple sections and townships. The filing asserts no administration has occurred and requests owners in fee simple of listed properties. hearing set for May 25 at 10 am in Plattsmouth.
Rebbert Kiet sues to quiet title to the west half of the northeast quarter of section 17 township 12 north range 9 in Custer county Nebraska. Defendants include Merriam Newsum Merriam and others. court orders answer by June 7 1920. judgment to determine title and enjoin interference.
In the County Court of Cass County Nebraska all interested in the estate of William Taylor deceased are notified. Martha J Taylor petitions for settlement and allowance as administratrix filed May 7 1929. A hearing is set for May 7 1920 at 10 o clock to show cause why the petition should not be granted. The notice of pendency will be published in Plattsmouth Journal weekly newspaper for one week prior to the hearing. Allen J Bebson County Judge seal.
In the County Court of Gass County Nebraska the State of Nebraska acts in the matter indicated. Legal proceeding details are limited in readable text citing county and state involvement.
In Cass County Nebraska the court schedules May 20 1920 at 9:00 am for hearing Hans Tame's petition to appoint administrator of Catherine Tams deceased. Notice to interested parties via Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks prior to hearing. County Judge Allen J Beeson signs order with John M Leyda as petitioner attorney.
In Cass County Nebraska the County Court orders administration of the estate of Fred Conden deceased to Pauline Young as administratrix. A hearing is set for May 25 1920 at 1 o clock pm. Interested parties may appear and show cause in Plattsmouth Journal notice published three weeks prior. Dated April 27 1920.
Bertha J Standley guardian asks the district court for authority to sell three described parcels in Lincoln, Section 29, Township 10 North, Range 6 West, Lancaster County Nebraska to fund education and maintenance for minors Irene Mabel Verna. The petition notes two dwellings on poorly repaired lots and income from the property after expenses. A hearing is set for June 9, 1920 in Lincoln Court, with notice published three consecutive weeks in Plattemont Journal.
In re the estate of Elizabeth Borr r deceased the County Court of Nebraska notifies creditors to present claims by June 12, 1920 and to file payments within one year. A May 8 1920 seal confirms Allen J Keeson as County Judge.
Bull Orphington eggs priced at 1.00 per selling or 7.00 per 100. Samuel Goodman of Mynard Nebraska lists the eggs. Mrs Monte Franks visited the city overnight as a guest of Mrs N P Schultz and returned home this afternoon with Mrs Schultz.
A severe storm last night turned Principal Street into a rushing flood between 10:30 and 12:30. Cars parked on Main were damaged, sewer overflows sent mud onto sidewalks, and the Coates block faced deep water near the dance hall as lights failed and shoppers fled to safety.
In the county court Plattsmouth Nebraska the estate of Albert Vallery deceased invites creditors to appear June 12 1920 and September 13 1920 at 10 oclock a m to examine claims for adjustment and allowance. Claims must be presented within three months from June 12 1920 and debts paid within one year from that date. Witnessed May 6 1929 with the county court seal.
A brief instruction directs readers to contact the Journal office for stationery items. The note emphasizes handling inquiries through the newspaper’s office.
Early 1900s classified listing offering a first class six year old g welding at 1550 pounds and sound. Also a nearly new second hand wagon with one set work harness and two coon hounds. Contact phone 651 North yth Street Std. R C Cook.
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