Lincoln Avenue Gravel Project Review by Burlington Engineers
Burlington railroad engineers F. T. Darrow and A. F. Hedcarren visited the city to inspect Lincoln avenue graveling plans. The project would require major road work, ditch removal or widening, and grading to meet state and federal standards before hard surfacing. The avenue is a main city artery. improvements could boost travel safety and promote the Burlington shops as a city advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. T. Darrow
Burlington Railroad
A. F. Hedcarren
Omaha
Railroad
Lincoln Avenue
Burlington
Buriinden
Visits the White House for Cathedral School Tea
Miss Ursula Herold and fellow seniors from the National Cathedral School in Washington visited the White House for tea with Mrs. Calvin Coolidge. Miss Herold reports the gracious hospitality left a lasting impression and notes she will graduate in June then enter Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ursula Herold
Henry Herold
Naetional Cathedral School
Washingcton
D. C
Calvin Coolidge
Herold
Entertains Club Graces Clover Lodge In Pink Themed Dinner
Miss Helen Beeson hosted the M. X. 8 S. club at Clover Lodge Beeson country home west of town. The group enjoyed a six o clock dinner with pink decor and snapdragons followed by games and the initiation of three new members into the club. Mrs J D Hawksworth of Osmond assisted with service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Beeson
Clover Lodge
Beeson
Entor
J. D. Hawksworth
Osmond
Nebraska
Ida Tritsch Remains Poorly at St. Catherine’s Hospital
Reports from St. Catherine's Hospital in Omaha say Mrs. Ida Tritsch has been there for several weeks and remains in poor condition. Despite efforts to improve the use of her limbs, no significant progress is evident, and the treatment continues to be long and tedious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Catherine'’s Hospital
Omaha
Ida Tritsch
Men’s Club Meeting at St Luke’s Parish
The St Luke’s parish Men’s club met in the church undercroft with Father George Pierce presiding. Members discussed church problems in state and nation and planned religious advancement for the Episcopal church, followed by sand wiches and coffee as social features.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Luke’s
Episcopal Church
George Pierce
PLAN FOR ENLARGING SEWER SYSTEM AT B & Q SHOPS
The Burlington railroad plans a major enlargement of the drainage system at the B&O shops to remove open ditch conditions and redirect surface water. Proposals include extending the sewer south from the north yard opening and adding a southern outlet to divert valley water, with engineer Darrow consulting shop superintendent William Baird on the improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington Railroad
Darrow
William Baird
April Weather Highlights and Crop Progress
April was warmer than average with sunshine aiding farming. Rainfall was lighter overall, two inches in eastern and southern areas and over four inches in scattered central regions, with less than an inch in western Nebraska. Winter wheat progressed from southeast to southwest. seed wheat oats and barley nearly finished. corn planted in southern counties with later work in central areas. Pastures alfalfa in good shape. potatoes and beets showing early growth. alfalfa sugar beets and garden crops suffered frost at month end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Burlington Trains to Restore Summer Schedule
Burlington to resume regular summer service starting June 1 with westbound No 1 and eastbound No 10 returning to operation to handle tourist traffic to western resorts. Local agent R W Clement says running times not yet issued but likely similar to past two years. Provisions place No 1 around 6 a m and No 10 around 2 a m through Burlington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington Railroad
R. W. Clement
Burlington
Clements
Missouri Pacific Railroad Plans Station Improvements
The Missouri Pacific passenger station on West Walnut will undergo remodeling this summer. Plans include enlarging and reconfiguring the office, adding a four foot east extension, a passageway with a new ticket window, and separate modern toilet rooms. New sanitary drinking fountains, possible heating plant, and a raised east drive to the platform are planned, with landscape work by J S Butterfield to improve grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri Pacific
West Walnut Street
Hes Lone
Ean
J. S&s. Butterfield
Legion Endowment Drive Aims One Million For Orphans Relief
The American Legion national drive targets one million dollars to aid orphans of world war veterans. Plattsmouth's quota is 420 dollars with requests for one dollar from individuals to reach the goal without larger gifts. A committee led by Maldon Brown, Robert Reed, Tom Walling Jr., and Chas Turnbaugh will oversee efforts. Contributions may be left at Brown's Jewelry Store, the Palace Shining Parlor, or Mauzy's Drug Store with receipts issued for all donations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Legion
Plattsmouth
Maldon Brown
Robert Reed
Tom Walling, Jr
Chas Turnbaugh
Brown
Palace Shining Parlor
Mauzy’s
Commander Holly
Dancers Enjoy Pleasant Social at Eagles Hall
John Hager staged another social dance at the Eagles hall with Earl's Melodians of Auburn providing music. The event drew a large crowd and attendees reported an enjoyable evening hosted by Jack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagles Hall
John Hagerman
Earl's Melodians
Auburn
Jack
Naturalization Day Opens May Term in District Court
On May 25 the district court begins the May term with Naturalization Day. Seven citizenship applications await action by the examiner and court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
County Judge Fines Grover Elledge for Intoxication
A complaint filed by County Attorney W. G. Kieck charges Grover Elledge with intoxication after apprehension near the Platte river bridge by Sheriff Stewart. The court imposes a $50 fine with costs, the fine suspended on good behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Duxbury
W. G. Kieck
Grover Elledge
Stewart
Platte River Bridge
Bargain Day Set For Next Wednesday In Plattsmouth
The 48th consecutive monthly bargain day is announced with merchants' ads in the Journal. Stores offer summer stock and staple groceries at low prices, inviting Cass county and nearby shoppers to take advantage of value and honest local merchandising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass County
Plattsmouth
Passing of W. B. Roberts
Obituary notes the death of William Burnett Roberts at 78 in Ashland Nebraska on May 11 1925 after four years of illness. He moved from Illinois in 1864 and lived southeast of Ashland with seven children, survived by two wives and many relatives. Funeral held at the Welch home with Rev. Beggs officiating and burial in Ashland cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Roberts
Welch Home
D. M. Beggs
Meldjames Chambers
Beges Sant
Beees
F. B&b. Kelly
Ashland
Wiliam Burnett Roberts
Fulton County
James Welch
Illinois
Sara S. Beeler
Sylvia A. Weeks
Tongonoxie
Kans
Lena V. Cockerill
Madrid
Belle Welch
J. M. Roberts
Norfolk
J. J
Clifton B
Roberts
Congregational Church
Jennie Wilburn
Indianola
Neb
H. Roesener
Stapleton
Amos Bricker
Lottie Littlefield
Aurora
Mattie St. Claire
California
J. P. Roberts
Oregon
John Fitz Roberts
Omaha
Nebr
T. V. Roberts
Advertise Your Want in the Journal for Results
A brief notice urges readers to place want ads in the Jour nal to obtain results. The ad emphasizes quick responses and wide reach through the newspaper's classified section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Rainfall Helps Crops Across Nebraska and Kansas
Widespread showers and hail swept the region with heavy rain in the Republican valley and Alma. ONeill, Ashland, Red Cloud, Grand Island and Fairbury logged measurable amounts while Smith County Kansas endured a deluge washing out corn and delaying travel. Northeast Colorado and southeastern Nebraska report needed rains as western Kansas enjoys soil conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Republican Valley
Alma
Republican
Nzponee
Wymore
Lincoln
Omaha
O'Neill
Fairbury
Ashland
Auburn
Oakdale
Red Cloud
Columbus
Tekamah
Fairmont
Grand Island
North Loop
Hertingeton
Hastings
Broken Bow
North Platte
Valentine
Smith County
Kansas
Neensburg
Colorado
Nebraska
Nebraska City Seniors Hold Sneak Day Visitor Tour
A caravan of Nebraska City high school seniors in white and blue visited Plattsmouth high school and the Latt s mouth labors before many continued on to Omaha. The group spent the morning driving the city and viewing school activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska City High School
Plattsmouth High School
Omaha
New Boy Arrives for Newton Family South of City
The Newtons welcomed a fine little son last Saturday. Both mother and baby are doing well, bringing much happiness to Mr. and Mrs. Orvil Newton and the local community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orvil Newton
Miss Dorothea Pond Visits Omaha for Weekend
Miss Dorothea Pond leaves this morning for Omaha to visit relatives and friends over the weekend in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorothea Pond
Omaha
Tidball Leaves Omaha for Brief Business Visit
John L. Tidball Sr. was a passenger this morning for Omaha to spend a few hours on some matters of business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Tidball, Sr
Omaha
Athletic Club Elects Officers After Friday Meeting
The Business Men's Athletic club held a weekly workout led by W. G. Kieck and elected officers for the next year. John L. Tidball Jr. was named president, L. W. Niel secretary treasurer, Kieck retained as physical director, and Dr. P. T. Heinemann named assistant to the county attorney for club work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Business Men's Athletic Club
W. G. Kieck
John L. Tidball, Jr
Tressurer
L. W. Niel
Kieck
Mrs Mary Thompson Suscumbs After Illness in City
Mrs Mary Thompson aged 76 died at 5 o clock this morning after a weeks long illness. Born January 19 1845 she moved to the city in 1886 with her husband and lived on Lincoln avenue. Survived by three grandchildren Glen Thompson Mrs Milton Seltz and Mrs Myrtle Spenser and daughter in law Mrs J E Thompson. Funeral plans await grandson arrival with services likely Saturday at the home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Thompson
Enjoy Fine Dance At Papillion With Randall’s Orchestra
A large crowd of local dance enthusiasts traveled to Papillion last night for a social dance featuring Randall's Royal Orchestra of Omaha. Attendees included A. O. Moore and wife, Jean Brady and wife, Waldemar Soennichsen and wife, Henry George Soennichsen and wife, Kathryn Waddick, Elizabeth Wadick, E. J. Richey and wife, G. O. Dovey and wife, Robert M. Walling, Carl P. Ofe, Fred Tritsch, and Charles Edward Egenberger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Papillion
Randall's Royal Orchestra of
Omaha
A. O. Moore
Jean Brady
Waldemar Soennichsen
Henry George Soennichsen
Kathryn Waddick
Elizabeth Wadick
E. J. Richey
G. O. Dovey
Robert M Walling
Carl P. Ofe
Fred Tritsch
Charles Edward Egenberger
Mary Frances Patterson Dies After Long Illness
Mrs. Mary Frances Patterson wife of Cass county surveyor Fred Patterson died at 4 p.m. at the family home in Rock Bluffs after a battle with cancer. Born May 14 1860 in Illinois she moved to Rock Bluffs as a girl and later married Joseph Thomas who preceded her in death. She leaves three sons Roy Marion and Thomas, a daughter Efsa Marie Patterson, four stepchildren and other relatives. Funeral services will be Friday at 3 p.m. from the home with Rev H G McClusky of the First Presbyterian church in charge and burial at Rock Bluffs cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Frances Patterson
Fred Patterson
Hroth Bluffs
Sleath
Rock Bluffs
Joseph Thomas
Roy
Marion Thomas
South Dakota
Thomas
Patterson
Lndy
Marriagage
Cass County
Efsa Marie Patterson
Chase
Robert Patterson
Rock Bluffe
Will Baker
Murray
Ed Baker
Nebraska City
H. G. McClusky
First Presbyterian Church
Mrs OZbun Some Better After Illness in City
Friends report Mrs Elvira Ozbun is some better after a severe illness at her daughter Mrs M S Briges home on Chicago avenue. The 87 year old arrived Sunday from Indianola Iowa and has Spent the winter with another daughter. Doctors hope she soon regains strength to enjoy her visit with relatives and old friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elvira Ozbun
M. S. Briges
Chicago Avenue
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Entertains Club
Burlington Shops
Missouri Pacific Railroad
Legion Endowment Drive
W. B. Roberts
Long Ulness
Templars
Royal Arch Masons
Plattsmouth Lodge No
the Order of Eastern Star
Masonic Fraternity
Eastern Star
Athletic Club
Mrs
Mary Thompson Suscumbs
Long
Danny
Mrs. Ozbun
First National Bank
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