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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1920

Page

2

Closing Days of School Bring 1920 Class Farewell

The Portsmouth public schools close with the class of 1920, twenty six members including twenty three girls and three boys. Activities include a baccalaureate sermon by Rev H Gil ucSlusky at First Presbyterian Church on May 1. The class play What Happened to Ones on May 25 at Parmele theatre features Ernest Janda Harley Becker and others. Commencement with diplomas on May 28 at the city’s education board venue. Dr W E J Katz of Lincoln will deliver the address with Dr Gratz of Lincoln as co. The events mark the end of four years in school and the start of their future endeavors.

Himelf H. GilwcClusky McClusky Parmele Srnest Janda Harley Becker Marion Juxbury Janet Bajeck Mable Lee ‘Openhaver Claire Creamer Nellir Jay Cowles Myrtle Petersen Henritta Waintroub Carla Brandt Harley Cecil H.A. Stromsburg Ortsmouth W. E. J. Katz Lincoln St. P‘aul’s Methodist Church Dr. Gratz

Local residents travel to Omaha for business and health

Mrs H J Henniger and others traveled to Omaha this morning to handle business. Robert Patterson and wife went to Omaha for medical treatment. Peter Meirvinrer and wife visited for a few hours on business. Mrs Fred Rezner came from Omaha to visit J H Tams family. Charles Jelinek and family visited from Omaha for a brief stay. Oscar Larson sought medical advice in Omaha. Mrs J R Pierson and sister traveled to Omaha to assist their mother, Mrs M J Allison. W J Hessenflow visited the city overnight and noted lighter rain locally.

Charles Jelinek Omaha Oscar Larson J. R. Pierson K. S. Stone M. J. Allison W. J. Hessenflow Hessenflow

Modern Woodmen Hold Fine Meeting Highlights Duffy Talk

Cas Camp No. 332 Modern Woodmen of America hosted a session at its city rooms with speaker Mr. Duffy clarifying that members need not die to receive benefits. He praised the sanitarian in Colorado for free treatment and noted a seventy year plan for policy realization before death. He recalled the order’s war support, Liberty bonds purchases, and paid federal losses while in service, urging opposition to fraternal rate increases and noting no sliding scale for death claims.

Cas Modern Woodmen of America Order Duffy M W. A Colorado M. A Fraternal Congress Old Line Insurance Company

Entering Your Name on Our Daily Journal Subscription List

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The Daily Journal

Gift Stationery Line Featured at Journal Office

Readers can explore a fine line of gift stationery showcased by the Journal office highlighting tasteful papers, envelopes, and related writing accessories. The display emphasizes quality craftsmanship and classic designs for special occasions.

Journal Office

AOLSTEIN CATTLE IN GREAT DEMAND NOW

For the past ten years tolstein cattle as a dairy breed have gained favor with Nebraska farmers and Cass county breeders. Fifteen head were recently bought by A. S. Will T. J. Will W. R. Youns and J. J. Lobnes for future use on their farms.

Tolstein Nebraska Cass County A. S. Will T. J. Will W.R. Youns J. J. Lobnes

For Sale Trade Nearly New Minneapolis Outfit

Nearly new Minneapolis abo ing outfit offered for sale or trade includes a tank a 7 1p engine and a C6x separator by H A Schwartz Nehawka Nebraska.

Minneapolis

Bathing Place for Summer Assured

John Richardson the ferryman plans a regular bathing beach at the ferry landing for the coming season. He will provide better dressing facilities and supervising safety measures, ensuring beginners are guided and risks avoided. Early interest indicates a well prepared, safe river bathing spot.

John Richardson Ferry Landing Richardson

Mrs Roy Maryfield Improvement At Immanuel Hospital

Reports from Immanuel hospital in Omaha say Mrs Roy Maryfield is showing marked improvement after a severe gall stone operation. Family and friends are pleased with the prospects for her early recovery and hope she may return home by Sunday, though full strength will take weeks.

Immanuel Hospital Omaha Roy Maryfield Mayfield

Mrs. Hettie Covert Improving at Senn Hospital

Site reports from Nicholas Senn hospital in Omaha say Mrs. Hettie Covert shows improvement over the past days. Attending physicians are hopeful for her recovery and expect steady progress toward better health.

Nicholas Senn Hospital Omaha Hettie Covert

Storm on Main Street Shows Auto Parking Problem

A Tuesday storm overwhelmed Main Street, flooding parked autos and prompting discussion on moving cars before heavy rains. Officials cite keeping the street clear to prevent water damage and note challenges in alerting owners, suggesting public notices as a practical warning method.

Depart for Beet Fields of Western Nebraska

A party of nine from Fremont departs for the sugar beet fields in western Nebraska. They plan to locate near Bayard for the summer and reside there at least through the season. The group includes Harrison Sheldon and wife, Redford Bennett, Elijah Hennets Jr., R Galligan, Joe Hines and wife, and L O Bennett and wife.

Flattsmouth Harrison Sheldon Redford Bennett Elijah Hennets Jr. R. Galligan Joe Hines L. O. Bennett Bayard Nebraska

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