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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1933

Page

2

Vanishing Money Spurs Race Hatred Among Also Rans

A fragment notes that financial loss fuels resentment toward competitors who fail to win. The remark suggests money woes can widen prejudice and scorn toward those left behind.

Wealthy brew term returns in Lawrence Journal notes

The Lawrence Journal notes the return of the phrase wealthy brew in its news columns. It comments on spring men styles by nationality with Italian, German and American shirt colors and suggests posterity may not be grateful for the trouble to fix a 1929 mess.

Lawrence, Kansas Posterity

MacDonald Faces June 15 Debt Installment Hurdle

Prime Minister MacDonald confronts the next American debt installment due June 15 described as an awkward hurdle. He notes Uncle Sam will not stand idly by and criticize a rival’s form if he makes the hurdle himself.

MacDonald Uncle Sam

Blind Jigsaw Champion Breaks Barriers in U S

In a local block the blind jigsaw worker is hailed as the champion of the United States. Neighbors remark that sighted players waste time correcting errors caused by imperfect vision. The article highlights the remarkable skill and perseverance.

United States

Optimist Driver Saves Miles By Cutting Inside Curves

A young man from California drove with a risky optimism, cutting inside every curve to save miles. The tale frames this bold approach as a form of trust in the Lord amid perilous road choices.

California

Farm prices rise. steel sector growth seen as trend sign

The Kansas City Star notes rising farm commodity prices hogs cattle wheat and cotton signaling broad economic recovery. Improved farm incomes ease debt pressures and boost purchasing power, while steel industry gains add to cautious optimism about a revival in American business.

Middle West United States Kansas City Star

Weather Becomes Personal Triumph for Pleasant Place Residents

Residents of a serene community treat favorable weather as a personal achievement and celebrate sunny days as their own success, reflecting a lighthearted, boastful attitude toward climate.

If Chief Powhatan Could See Today’s United States

A historical remark imagines Chief Powhatan reacting to modern American governance and treatment of lands, suggesting a humorous critique of how white settlers have managed the country.

Powhatan

Eye Full on Byways Sparks Small-Town Talk

In a quaint town, residents report an unexpected roadside spectacle that draws attention along byroads, fueling curiosity and amused chatter among locals. The unusual sighting has become a talking point as residents speculate about its origin and meaning.

Europe Turns to the United States for Financial Help

The question arises as European nations facing debt strains seek guidance from the United States on how Washington plans to respond and assist in the crisis. The issue reflects long standing reliance on American policy and capital during economic turmoil.

Installment Dog Sales Spark England Nonsense

In England dogs are sold on installments and Punch mocks the long wait between the first payment and final settlement for a dachshund. The quip reflects lighthearted commentary on consumer credit practices.

England Jolly Old Punch

Dictionary completes after fifty years of work

The world’s greatest dictionary, detailing 414000 English words since 1200 A D, was completed in 1928 after more than fifty years of compilation. Twelve volumes published at a price of 750 dollars.

Gandhi vows to fast three weeks despite temple access plan

Mahatma Gandhi declares the fast will continue for the full three weeks regardless of untouchable temple openings. He compares the stubborn pace to a boy ending a strawberry shortcake spree in reverse, signaling unwavering resolve.

Mahatma Gandhi India

President Bypasses Congress With Radio Address

Party leaders complain about the President using radio to appeal to the public. He, however, speaks without a privilege not shared by other leaders, though leaders doubt any method can stop the public from tuning out once he begins.

Congress

President Signals Industrial Reorganization Under New Deal

The president addresses the national chamber of commerce outlining a shift from strict free competition to a restructured industry with substantial government supervision. He hints at private industry leading reforms if cooperation continues, marking a new era in US economic policy, per the Des Moines Register.

National Chamber of Commerce Des Moines Register

Dust Storm Matches Kansas West Wheat Decline

The article describes a severe dust storm in southwest Kansas, with Garden City as the focal point. Observers note widespread wheat damage east and west of Hutchinson, with minimal rain since July and many fields winter killed. An eyewitness account details night blasting dust, drifting sand, and cars failing to run, from Finney County to nearby towns.

Kansas Garden City Hutchinson Salt City Liberal Reno Stafford Edwards County Kinsley Finney County E. E. Kelley Topeka

Signs of Decay Signal Economic Rebound Hope

The Sioux City Tribune notes widespread wear in farms and cities due to delayed repairs and purchases. It argues restored buying power will trigger a strong recovery, with demand spanning paint, furniture, appliances, clothing, radios, machinery, and autos as factories operate on orders and warehouses empty.

Sioux City Tribune

Shambles at Our Gate Over Cuba and Book Bans

A Washington viewpoint urges action as Cuba sinks into one man rule under Machado with suppression of free speech and disappearances. It notes potential US intervention and contrasts with Nazi book burnings as a warning of rising totalitarianism.

China Cuba United States Spain Weyler Machado Washington Sumner Welles Welles Iesort

Industrial control plan outlined at White House conference

A White House conference unveils a broad industry control program that aims to relax anti trust laws and require each industry to form a guild handling wages hours and employment. If accepted by business leaders Congress may drop minimum wage and 380 hour week proposals as the plan tightens government oversight.

House Capitol Building White House Congress

Turn of the Tide Portends Widespread Price Rise

The author argues prices for basic agricultural goods have begun to rise and will lift industrial prices. A return to 1926–level pricing is anticipated as farmers gain profits to pay debts, boosting circulation and enabling manufacturers to restart factories. The piece rejects overproduction claims and links money flow to demand.

Postage rate change sparks tongue in cheek flavors

A lighthearted note remarks on the upcoming drop from 3 to 2 cents for first class postage. The writer muses about flavored stamp glue with seasonal flavors such as cherry for Washington’s Birthday, plum pudding for Christmas, and gunpowder for the Fourth of July, imagining beer’s return altering the joke.

Uncle Sam Washington

Detroit seeks federal moratorium to curb debt crisis

Detroit proposes a federal bill to allow a court overseen moratorium on debts and compelled economic reform. The plan would empower courts to extend relief, require economical city administration, and enable tax increases only as conditions allow.

Detroit

Shavian Diet Hints in Shaw's Plays Surface

A sketch of Lernard Shaw notes he sometimes eats while writing. The habit may explain chocolate in Arms and the Man and crackers and milk suggested in Back to Methuselah and other works, reflecting a recurring Shavian dietary scheme.

Lernard Shaw

Fire suspects in Chile and Cuba face swift arrest

In both Chile and Cuba owners of burning properties are promptly detained and kept in jails for weeks while investigators seek proof of incendiarism. The practice targets property owners, with delays until guilt is proven or refuted.

Chile Cuba

Time lost to traffic lights and chats at work

A man notes the US loses about thirty years waiting at traffic signals. The piece questions how much time busy office workers waste when friends drop by to chat, reducing productive work time.

United States

Final settlement sought in Don Hodden estate Cass Co

County Court of Cass Nebraska orders all heirs and interested parties to appear on June 2 1933 at 10 a m for hearing on final settlement and discharge of executor Aleck D Rheden. Notice to be published in Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks prior to hearing per order dated May 1 1933.

Cass County Nebraska State of Don Choden Aleck D. Rheden Plattsmouth

Pitzer Attorneys File Civil Action Notice

WL H. PITZER and MARSHALL PITZER appear as attorneys for the plaintiff in a civil action notice. Case details and court venue are not provided in the readable text.

WL. H. Pitzer and Marshall Pitzer Plaintiff

Notice of administration in estate of James Jance

Fee Book 9 page 365 announces administration of the estate of James Jance deceased. A petition claims no will exists and asks the court to grant administration and orders as required by law. A hearing is set for June 2 1933 at 10 a m. failure to appear may lead to grant of administration to Rose Janca or another suitable person.

Dora Kestel Plattsmouth A. D Said County Court Cass County Nebraska James Jance Rose Janca David B. Ebersole David K. Ebersole

Probate hearing for William C. Boucher will admitted

In Cass County Nebraska court the petition of Alice Jennie Boucher Gladys Martin and Henry Warren Boucher seeks probate of William C Bouchers last will and estate administration to Henry Warren Boucher as executor Hearing set May 26 1933 at 10 oclock am to show cause and notice given by publication in the Platte paper. Also notice of foreclosure suit against Roy O Kunz and Kunz wife regarding a mortgage on the east half of section 32 township 11 range 9 Cass County Nebraska with a receiver sought and answer due by June 19 1933.

District Court Cass County Nebraska Nebraska City Building & Loan Association Louis Keil Plattsmouth Young & Hay Plattamouth H. Sylvester William C. Boucher Alice Jennie Boucher Gladys Martin Henry Warren Boucher Plattamouth Journal Roy O. Kunz Kunz August Stander

Notice of Administration in the estate of David B Ebersole

Petition for administration filed stating no will exists and hearings set for May 2 1933 and May 26 1933 at 10:00 a.m. in court. If petitioners fail to appear the court may grant administration to David K Ebersole or another suitable person. Dated April 25 1933.

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