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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1920

Page

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University of Nebraska Cass County Alumni Banquet Speaker

Miss Annis S. Chaikin of Lincoln will speak at the Cass County alumni association banquet in the M. D. Church parlors Friday at 6:30 pm. Chancellor Avery and Mrs. Avery expected to attend. C. Wesentt to preside. Officers include Westover president Staats secretary and Soennhiesen treasurer.

Mrs. Avery State University Annis S. Chaikin Lincoln Secretary of State Alumni Association Cass County University of Nebraska Nebraska Univer Chancellor Avery Bas Ares Avery Methodist Church C. Wesentt Speikers Annis Chaikin Alumni Association Cass County Association Tr. BR. FP. Westover Miss Pearl Staats Waldemar Soennhiesen

Pleasant meeting of St Marys Guild at Mrs O Dwyers

The St Marys Guild ladies gathered yesterday at Mrs. O Dwyer’s North Fifth street home for sewing and planning a statewide church meeting to be held in Omaha Friday Saturday and Sunday. Refreshments were served by the hostess after an afternoon of sociability and discussion.

St. Mary's Guild Dr. O& Dwyer North Fifth Street Omaha

Fine for parent over missing school child enforcement

Chief Manspeaker enforced school attendance laws after Superintendent Pratt filed a complaint. The father paid a $10 fine for removing a school age girl from class. the court suspended the fine on promise to ensure attendance. Authorities say strict enforcement will continue to keep youths in school unless illness or unavoidable causes prevent it.

C. =. Pratt M. Archer

Carnival luck shifts to Hampbury amid dispute

Carnival company avoids show cancellations by relocating acts from Waller east of Burlington to Hampbury after conflicts with American Legion organizers under whose auspices the event was to appear. The move keeps attractions active for the week and prevents stranded performances.

Waller Burlington Station Iit J. L. Landes Carnival Company Segion Cuburn Itplon Hlampury

Will Be New Road Overseer in County

The Cass county board fills the Plattsmouth precinct road overseer vacancy with A. W. Smith, a veteran from Iowa. Smith will begin work immediately, bringing experienced management to maintain the precinct roads in good condition.

A. W. Smith Plattsmouth Wennessary Dutlv A. FL Vallery Board of County Commissioners Ir. Smith

Dover estate case re hearing clarified by Supreme Court

The Journal reported a re hearing in the Dover estate matter but the Supreme Court merely allowed interested parties to file a brief for a potential re hearing and did not issue a ruling on the re hearing itself.

Dover Estate Supreme Court

Wohlfarth’s wife recovering after difficult birth

Mrs Pan Wohlfarth is improving after a serious delivery Sunday morning. The newborn son died at birth, but the mother’s condition has stabilized and doctors expect a good early recovery.

Mrs Mary B Allison Plans Westward Visit

Mrs Mary B Allison of this city is recovering from severe pneumonia and other complications. She expects to accompany her daughter Mrs John R Pierson to her home in Gering Nebraska for rest and recuperation in the western country.

Mary B. Allison John R. Pierson Gering Neb

White couple returns from Lincoln sanitarium stay

Yesterday afternoon Mr and Mrs Mark White returned home from Lincoln where they had been for several weeks taking treatment at the sanitarium and Mr White was operated on recently. He is now better though not fully recovered and Mrs White is improved from their stay.

Mrs Mark White Lincoln Mr. White Mrs. White

Best Equipped Job Shop and Gift Card Line

Advertising blurb from the Journal office touts a well equipped southeastern Nebraska job shop and an extensive line of birthday and gift cards available at the newspaper office.

Nebraska Journal Office

Eastern Star honors two ex residents with top Nebraska posts

The Nebraska Eastern Star Grand Chapter session in Lincoln elected Anna J. Davis of Alliance as grand worthy Matron and named Mrs. George Thomas of Nebraska City as Grand Electra. Both former Plattsmouth residents have long served the order, with Davis previously tied to local chapters and Thomas leading the Home chapter before moving.

Order of the Eastern Star Nebraska Lincoln Plattsmouth Anna J. Davis Alliance Great Woman's Organization Masonic Fraternity George Thomas Nebraska City Thomas Eastern Star The Order

Daughters of Rebekah Elect New Officers for Year

The Daughters of Rebekah met at the LO O F building for officer elections. Noble Grand Mrs. Marie Varga and others were chosen, with Miss Marie Kaufmann as Recording Secretary and eight new initiates planned next meeting. Martha J. Petersen named representative to the Hastings state grand lodge.

Daughters of Rebekah LO. O. F Noble Grand Marie Varga Emma Hallstrom Marie Kaufmann Nella Hudgins Michael Hild Hastings Martha J. Petersen Bud of Promise Lodge Rebekahs

Rock Island Opens South Bend Bridge for Mainline Trains

Rock Island railroad completed its Platte river bridge at South Bend and now runs trains over the new structure instead of routing via Louisville. Dispatches report service began Friday with traffic entirely on the South Bend bridge, replacing the aging former span. Previously trains used Burlington lines to Louisville then Missouri Pacific to Meadow, joining Rock Island tracks into Omaha.

Rock Island Railroad Platte River South Bend Louisville Rock Island Burlington Lines Missouri Pacific Meadow Omaha

Daughters of the American Revolution Honor Former Regent

Fontenelle chapter members held a warm gathering at Mrs E H Wescote hilltop home in tribute to Mrs Plazel B Klossner of Chaba former regent of Fontenelle. A two course buffet followed with remarks by Mrs Willur S Leete and gifts of two cut glass pieces. The evening featured musical numbers and light entertainment.

E. H. Wescote Cloor Hill Fontenelle Daughters of American Revolution Plazel B. Eklossier Chaba Willur S. Leete William Haird Klossner Mles Bernese Newell Kiessner Asso

Steamboat Attracts Visitors To Lincoln River Craft

The Woods Brothers patrol boat from Lincoln, stationed near the ferry landing for three days, has drawn many residents who toured the steamer and joined Captain Miller and a seven man crew aboard. The vessel, used to patrol river land interests near Hamburlows, was briefly disabled en route for boiler repairs delaying the trip. The craft is well kept and offers comfort for the crew during visits.

Woods Brothers of Lincoln Miller Lincoaln Hamburelows Weil

Masons Name Officers For Next Year At Lattsmouth Lodge

Lattsmouth lodge No 6 A F and A M chose William Evers as Worshipful Master James Begley as Senior Warden Leon McCarthy as Secretary Will Adams as Treasurer and Henry Schneider as Senior Deacon The article lauds the past year as strong for the lodge and notes plans to build a dedicated Masonic temple and continued growth in membership.

Lattsmouth A. F A. J Masonic Temple W. M. William Evers James T. Begley J. W Leon L. McCarthy Will T. Adams Henry A Schneider

Leland Zink Graduates From McGok High School

Rev A L Zink and Mrs Zink announce their son Leland Zink has completed his studies at MeCgok High School and will graduate with the class now leaving. The Zink family notes his active school life and Leland’s achievement as he moves on in his career. Reverend Zink serves as Red Willow County judge since last fall and has left the ministry to pursue law.

A. L. Zink Christian Church MeCgok High School Leland Red Willow County

Former Omaha Mayor Dulhitman Sworn U S Marshal

Former Omaha mayor James C. Dulhitman was sworn in by Judge T J Annuwer in Lincoln as temporary United States Marshal to fill the vacancy after the death of Thomas J Flynn. The court session approved the appointment and Dahlmin is favored. Senator Hitchcock backs him and he is expected to be confirmed by the president.

James C. Dulhitman Omaha Duhinmen T. JC. Annuwer Pulleid States District Court Lincoln United States Thomas J. Flynn District Court Devil Mer. Dahlmin Munger Dahinman Hitchcock

River Recedes After High Missouri Flood Clears Nebraska Iowa Lowlands

The Missouri River has begun to recede after days of extreme water. Flooding covered seven miles of Nebraska and Iowa lowlands from Burlington tracks to Pacific Junction, but no serious damage occurred as residents moved to higher ground except the Lowe family in the Bach property. The Bach house reached water level but now seems safe as waters fall.

Missouri Nebraska Iowa Burlington Pacific Junction Lowe A. G. Bach Mr. Bach

Meeting of Church School League at All Saints Omaha

The All Saints church in Omaha hosted a church school league meeting with the Plattsmouth delegation leading in attendance and mission work. Bishop Ernest V. Shayler celebrated the Holy Eucharist and delivered a sermon as youths from Plattsmouth arrived by train and toured exhibits at the parish house.

All Saint's Church Omaha Church School Service League Episcopal Church Burlington Metropolis Antos All Saint’s 25Th and Dever Avenue Plattsmouth Ernest V. Shayler Nebraska W. 5S. Leete St. Andrew's School St Mary’s School Sawanee Tennessee Brotherhood of St. Andrew St. Mary Sisterhood

Beeson Appoints Earl R. Travis Administrator with Will Annexed

County Judge Allen J. Beeson named Earl R. Travis as administrator with the will annexed of Mrs. Hanna Gough deceased. The estate includes real estate interests in Louisville and surroundings in which the deceased held an interest.

Allen J. Beeson Earl R. Travis Hanna Gough Schuykill Pennsylvania Louisville

Schlater Takes Control as Bank of Commerce Louisville Changes Hands

Frank E. Schlater gains control of the Bank of Commerce of Louisville as T. E. Parmelo retires. Schlater will move the bank to his permanent business base, leaving his cashier post at First National Bank vacant. The Bank of Commerce, Louisville’s oldest financial institution, is expected to continue prospering under new management.

Frank E. Schlater Bank of Commerce of Louisvile Schlater T. E. Parmelo Louisville Bank First National Bank First National Bank of Commerce Louisville

Proud of it Eagle Consolidated School Graces County

The new consolidated public school building is nearly complete and the community expresses strong pride. The plan includes transporting rural pupils to and from school, highlighting a substantial financial investment and a visible civic achievement shared with neighboring villagers.

Eagle Beacon

G A R Delegates Headed to Nebraska Encampment

Hon R B Windham MacConshie post delegate Asbury Jacks post commander William Gilmour and Thomas W Glenn leave for Fremont to attend the Nebraska department Grand Army of the Republic encampment this week. Civil War veterans anticipate a grand state gathering this year.

Mrs George Thomas Visits Nebraska City Relatives

Mrs George Thomas came up last evening from her home in Nebraska City to enjoy a short visit in this city with her relatives and friends.

George Thomas Nebraska City

School Entertainment Ends Successful Year at Kenosha District

Last Friday at Kenosha school district No 5 a farewell event for Miss Ethel Godwin closed a busy year. A pacific supper featured prep from all, races and a peanut hunt, followed by a program of readings and songs from the staff.

Kenosha School District No. 5 Ethel Godwin Ile Syned Miss Gcounwin

Long Contested Case Ends After Eight Years

One of the longest contested cases before Cass county district court ended when the Nebraska Supreme Court in Lincoln denied a new trial for Emma Kaufmann Palmer versus Thomas E. Parmere. The mandate requires settlement of the case and payment of judgment and costs, estimated from 7000 to 8000 dollars. The suit arose from a 1912 death by drowning of William Volk and a dispute over bonds said to be gifts, deposited for safekeeping in the Bank of Commerce Louisville.

District Court Cass County State Supreme Court At Lincoln Emma Kaufmann Palmer Thomas E. Parmere William Volk Emma Kaufmann Supreme Court

Lorine Johnson to Wed Michael W Cody in June

Mrs J Edgar Johnson of Lincoln announces the forthcoming marriage of her daughter Lorine to Michael W Cody. The wedding is planned for the early part of June. Lorine is the granddaughter of Mrs J W Johnson and well known in local social circles.

J. Edgar Johnson Lincoln Lorine Michael W. Cody J. W. Johnson

Returns From Hospital Carl Graves In South Omaha

Carl Graves returned home to the south part of the city after an Omaha operation last week He is reported feeling much better though still weak and sore from the procedure Friends hope he will soon be up and about again.

Carl Graves Omaha

Also Mentioned on This Page

M. D. Church Wohlfarth Alice Thomas Mrs. Davis W. M Grand Chapter Anna Adams Rebekah Daughters OF the American Revolut'n E. H. Wescott Hazel B. Ehlossner Ciates Masons Meeting OF Church School League Purchases Bank OF Commerce, Louisville Louisville Banking Institution R. B. Wind Schoool Entertainment T. E. Parmele
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