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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1925

Page

5

Elmwood Community Notes Open With Kindred News

A fire escape is installed at the school. Residents report health improvements and travel by car to nearby cities. Mr. Aldrich, longtime Elmwood resident, dies leaving a daughter and three sons. Henry A. Guthmann dedicates tribute praising his civic virtue and community service.

Captain Aldrich Case County Elmwood Mr. Aldrich Aldrich Wis Henry A. Guthmann

Young Folks Social at Evang elical Church Meeting

The E L Co E youth group met at Otto Miller and wife’s home last Friday. They conducted their business then enjoyed a social hour followed by a luncheon prepared by Mrs. Miller, making the evening pleasant for all attendees.

Evangelical Church Otto Miller

Shower for Bride Elect Marie Schmidt

Friends and relatives held a shower at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schmidt in Callahan and Murdock areas for Miss Marie Schmidt. Guests presented useful and beautiful gifts as she prepares to wed Mr. Gussie Streich. A luncheon was served.

Albert Zeriot Joe Gustin Martha Thiel Omaha Stauss Kearney Elsa Bornemeier Lincoln Minnie Elsie Dieckman Aug Thimgan Walter Amanda Eleanor Stroy Marie Schmidt Louis Schmidt Callahan and Murdock Miss Schmidt Gussie Streich Schmidt

Fishing party starts with Lacey, Jerry, Gust and Dick

A small fishing outing began last Thursday with Lacey, Jerry, Gust, and Dick, starting in the afternoon and continuing for a time, according to available fragments.

Jerry Gust

Vacation by the river with friends and family

Over Sunday. Thursday evening Harry joined them for overnight, and on Friday evening I’d also driven down and all enjoyed the vacation at the river very well. While Lacey was at the river Kenneth was looking after the carrying of the mail.

Harry Lacey Kenneth

Grain surge as farmers sell record bushels

Farmers and elevator men report heavy grain movement during the recent upturn. W. T. Weddell notes purchases up to twelve thousand bushels in a single day as elevators rush to receive and market grain between corn planting and cultivation.

W. T. Weddell

Celebrated Fifteenth Birthday at Hilda Schmidt Party

Miss Hilda Schmidt celebrated her fifteenth birthday last Sunday at her parents home with family present. Louis Schmidt and family, Wm. Winkler and family of Elmwood, and Robert Stock and wife of near Greenwood attended. Mrs H R Schmidt, the mother, also celebrated her birthday on the following day.

Hilda Schmidt Louis Schmidt Wm. Winkler Elmwood Robert Stock Near Greenwood H. R. Schmidt

Visit Brings Teacher Mrs Schmidt and Former Pupil Together

Mrs J M Robertson hosted Mrs H R Schmidt at her Murdock home for a reunion with former Dutch Academy student Miss Agnes Eickhoff now Mrs H R Schmidt. The gathering recalled long-ago schooldays along the townline road toward Louisville.

Herman R. Schmidt J. M. Robertson Murdock Mary Hassemeéeier Dutch Academy Louisville Agnes Eickhoff H. R. Schmidt

C. L. Creamer Dies in Elmwood After Stroke

C L Creamer died at his Elmwood home at 2 30 a m Thursday following a stroke on Wednesday afternoon May 6 He farmed for years on the Cass county land now run by his son Ralph He is survived by his wife five children Ralph John Fred Maude and Jessie Funeral details are not yet known.

Fred Creamer Ralph Creamer Lincoln C. L. Creamer Elmwood H. R. Schmidt Wm. Winkler James L. Pilkington John Kruger Emil Lewis Watson Omaha James Rainey Charles Letts Council Bluffs John Amgwert Murdock Callahan Fred Stock Cass County Ralph John Fred Maude Jessie

Mother's Day Services At Evan gelical Church

Mother's Day observances at the Evan gelical church featured a beautiful Sunday school program and music led by Miss Katherine Tool. The aged Mother Crawford gave a pleasing solo as Rev A Stauss attends the annual conference at Kearney Nebraska. attendance and Sunday school enrollment have risen, and finances are satisfactory.

Evangelical Church Crawford Katherine Tool A. Stauss Kearney Nebr

Village Board Holds First Meeting at High School

The new village board convenes in the high school building on the first Thursday of each month. L. Neftzel is elected clerk and treasurer with S. P. Leis as chair. Public invited to submit complaints or suggestions in writing to the clerk.

L. Neftzel S. P. Leis

Preacher Will Deliver Wednesday Sermon in Murdock

Rev Howard Tool from Sutage Montaya arrives in Murdock this week and will preach at the Mur dock church on Wednesday evening. Everyone is invited to attend and hear him.

Howard Tool Sutage Montaya Murdock Murdock Church

Tribute to Capt Aldrich and the mystery of memory

A reflective meditation on life and fame, noting how ordinary beginnings birth lasting impressions. The author ponders how humble origins can produce extraordinary brilliance and how death robs us of valued acquaintances and friendships formed along life’s journey.

Capt Aldrich

Alice Lau Home for Sale in Murdock Nebraska

Fred Lau of Murdock Nebraska offers the Alice Lau residence for sale. The four room house sits on three lots. Potential buyers should contact the seller for price and terms.

Alice Lau Fred Lau Murdock Neb

Church Services Schedule in Lewville and Surrounding Areas

Readable text shows church services at Lewville and Murdock with morning gatherings around 9 20 a m. Additional services listed for Hawlish, Goraran and Murdoskebersh with various times. A Young People’s meeting at seven thirty and Sunday preschool services are noted.

Lowwvilke Lewhailie Murdock Ma. Wu Hawlish Goraran Murdoskebersh T P Amd

State Bank Taxation Changes After Conference

Representative Byrum and Attorney Palmer announce no injunction against county treasurers. State banks will be taxed for 1925 and 1924 on capital stock including fixtures and furniture, not as separate personal property. Eighteen counties had assessed fixtures separately. now both state and national banks will be taxed 70 percent of capital stock value with adjustments for surplus and profits.

Byrum Franklin Jesse Palmer Omaha Ayres State Bankers’ Association

Vice President Dawes Attends Evans ton School Ball Game

Chicago May 14. Grammar students at Miller school in Evans ton played baseball when a neighbor, Vice President Charles G. Dawes, climbed the fence as an interested spectator. He stayed to see the finish in the eleventh inning and congratulated the fifth grade team which won, promising to pitch duties for the fourth graders who lost.

Chicago Miller School Evanston Charles G. Dawes

Prominent Louis Ville Family Celebrates 35th Anniversary

A Louisville couple, Mr. and Mrs. Chris Gauer, marked their 35th wedding anniversary at Gospel Hill home last Sunday. All children attended. eight grandchildren noted. The couple farmed previously and moved to Louisville after retirement. Amelia Schroeder was the bride's maiden name.

Chris Gauer Gospel Hill Cedar Creek John Harold Ganer Ganer Amelia Schroeder Fritz Schroeder Louisville Henry Scahfartz Celia Geos Edward Heitzhausen Oregon Schlantz

District Convention Time For Falls City Host

Falls City hosts this year’s convention next Thursday May 21 from 1 p m onward. Plattsmouth is poised to host next year and any town that takes it must be ready to step up.

Falls City Plattsmouth

Plattsmouth Open With Short Talks On Convention Plans

Two Legionnaires and an Ad club representative will deliver brief talks before the convention outlining Plattsmouth advantages as the next convention city.

Ad Club Plattsmouth

Ad club backs Legion drive to bring convention to Plattsmouth

The Ad club committee is working out advertising features and fully supports the Legion in securing Plattsmouth as the site for next year's convention.

Ad Club Committee The Legion Plattsmouth

Post Adjutant Seeks Plattsmouth for Next Meeting Site

Letters have been sent to officials of every post in the First district outlining plans and offering a real time if Plattsmouth is chosen as the next meeting place.

Plattsmouth

Drum and Bugle Corps Ready for Fine Demonstration

Under director Bike Bajeck the newly formed drum and bugle corps prepares a strong performance. The group has existed less than two months and promises no apologies in their music.

Bike” Bajeck

Parade Colorful Plans for Plattsmouth March

The article describes a parade with past colors and banners advertising Plattsmouth carried by marchers. Window cards will be placed in show windows, souvenirs pinned on delegates, and a strong effort made to bring home the bacon.

Weather-Dependent Program Aims for Train Access If Needed

A portion of the plan hinges on favorable weather though organizers express confidence. Trains will operate when roads are impassable, ensuring people can reach events or destinations despite car disruptions.

Nebraska City and Lincoln Backing for Next Year’s Meeting

Nebraska City will not bid for the next year’s meeting but offers support. Lincoln, the district’s largest post, is also expected to provide strong backing.

Nebraska City Lincoln

Comrades Urged to Evacuate With Legion Support

Evacuation urges rally every able comrade to depart now with ample transport. Cars will be available to convey those less fortunate and allies promise additional support from outside groups. Do not hesitate to leave.

Planning for GVME Trip Requires Early Notification

All those planning on gvme are urged to notify Commander Holly or Emil Hild at one. A list of the cars will be made, banners secured and all arrangements made at least a day in advance of the trip.

Gvme Holly Emil Hild

Falls City Parade Seeks 24 Caps for Lineup

In a bid to outfit the parade, organizers announce twenty four caps ordered and say any man unable to attend may loan his cap to a participant who will be in the procession at Falls City.

Falls City

Local visits and village happenings in Plattsmouth area

The item lists numerous visitors and residents around Plattsmouth including Marrey Neves, Edward Kelley, E. Cook, John Stander, John C Rauth, Herman Rauth, Charles Schasefer, Elmer Pearson, Elmer Schlefert, Mark Wiles, August and Andrew Stander, Dr. and Mrs. L O Wilson, Ernest Pankonin, Mantev, Mrs W J Ray and others. It notes small events like planting corn, roofing, new electric clippers, street lights, and an injury from a garage door incident, reflecting a busy social week.

Edward Kelley Platsmouth Oroaha Cc. E. Cook Plattsmouth Manley Wiliam Sheehan John Stander John C Rauth Herman Rauth Charles Schasefer Murdock Elmer Pearson Elmer Schlefert W. F. Schlefert Mark Wiles Weeping Water August Andrew Stander Elmwood L.O. Wilson Lincoln Ernest Pankonin Herman Stohlman Omaha Ra. W. J. Ray

Encouraging Boy Scouts Organized by Missouri Pacific

An extension division of the Boy Scouts of America has been organized by the Missouri Pacific Railroad Company under M. McKermiun superintendent of safety. Forty troops have been organized with 557 boys learning safety first first aid swimming personal health and public health.

Boy Scouts of America Missouri Pacific Railroad Company M. McKermiun

Notable visitors tour Shenandoah Iowa party picnic

Banker W. J. Rau and wife J. C. Rauth with Herman Rauth wife Miss Rena Christensen and Walter Mock enhaupt and family visited Shenandoah Iowa last Sunday. They brought cats for a picnic dinner, toured KFNF broadcasting station, and praised the town as one of the best in the middle west.

Henry Fields W. J. Rau J. C. Rauth Herman Rauth Rena Christensen Walter Mockenhaupt Shenandoah KFNF Middle West

Doctor Munson Visits Manley for Possible Nebraska City Relocation

Dr. H. C. Munson of Nebraska City, a longtime practitioner, visited Manley last Thursday to assess the town as a potential location. He expressed favorable impressions of the area and indicated he is considering locating there, hopes high for a positive outcome.

H. C. Munson Nebraska City Manley

Manley Wins 4-1 Victory at Greenwood Ball Game

Manley defeated Greenwood 4 to 1 in a Sunday baseball game at Greenwood. Among Manley fans were Teddy Harrs and his daughter Alice, Orris Schleffert, Roy Steinkamp, James Keeney, and Cecil Phelps visiting Miss Alice Harms from Louisville.

Manley Greenwood Teddy Harrs Alice Orris Schleffert Roy Steinkamp James Keeney Cecil Phelps Alice Harms Louisville

Visit of Schaffer kin at Uncle George Schaffer home

George Schaffer of Manley hosted relatives visiting from Benson Mur dock Lincoln Weeping Water and Maniecy last Sunday. Charles Schaffer and family, Leonard Schaffer and Miss Gazet Ward, Edward Pan konin and family joined Currie Schaffer at the gathering and all enjoyed the occasion.

Manley Geo. Schaffer Benson Charles Schaffer

Merchant Confesses Why Store Failed in Champaign

E. L. Mundock, head of a former lending store, writes in the News-Gazette that four years of not advertising in the paper led to a decline in prestige and profits. He cites high rates as a factor and notes attempts with other advertising failed to replace the paper’s ads.

News-Gazette Champaign Inl E. L. Murdock New Gazette New-Gazette

Newspaper at Home Delivers Store News to Families

A writer emphasizes the newspaper’s role in conveying store news to every home. He notes that even handbills and boards cannot replace the paper read by all family members, urging readers to rely on local papers for information.

Coach Shop Defeats the Planing Mill in Twilight League

The Coach Shop defeated the Planing Mill 13 to 2 at the local baseball park. Coach Shop bats exploded in the first inning scoring nine runs while Sharp struggled for the mill and Wilson relieved him. Ralph Hill pitched well for the Coach Shop with Hill and O'Donnell each hitting a three bagger.

Sharp Wilson Brown Gradoville Ralph Hill Hill O'Donnell

Also Mentioned on This Page

Murdock Department Charles Buell Mrs. Vanderberg Wabash Gus Gakemeier Meta Bieckman L. L. Cooper Sioux City O. J. Pothast Hr. S. Guthman Alvo Chas Stray Twins Albert John Hubert Charles Kurdock Flamestead Featuring Theo. Roberts Tool Bros Blue Ribbon George A Oil Company Nebraska E. W. Thimgan Geonge Legion News Daily Journal Marrey NEVES EEEMS Merchant BUICK J. B. Livingston NEBB Coach Shop Planing Mill Advertiamg Wil Pey-Yec Poland China R. H. Ingwerson & Sons Nehawka, Nebr
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