Local notes from Murdock area activities and visits
Residents and visitors across Murdock and nearby towns engage in social calls. O J Pothast family travels to Lincoln and Omaha for brief visits while Herman Luetchens Hefters paint projects and Rev A Stauss plans a Bacalaureate sermon. Community members share travel to Lincoln for hospital, conferences, or will hearings and discuss farm work and new vehicles.
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O. J. Pothast
Lincoln
Omaha
Fred Lau
Alma Scheel
Ashland
Donald Fredenburger
Elmweed
Herman Luetchens
Elmwood
A. Stauss
B. MacDiarmont
L. Neitzel’s
Kansas City
Fred Luetchens
Tie
H. F. Luetchens and Sons
H. F. Schweppe
George Towle
Murdock
J. E. McHugh
William Heir
Evangelical Church
Kearney
H. W. Tool
Shriners Orchestra
Los Angeles
Phattemouth
Sarah Thimezan
Emil Heir
Henry A. Tool
Frank Martin
Martin
Local Farmers Deliver Large Corn Volumes to Elevators
Following planting corn, farmers in the vicinity shelled and shipped large corn amounts to local elevators. Reports show up to 20 000 bushels sold in a day and forty to fifty thousand bushels over two weeks. Names of delivering farmers from here and South Bend are listed, with an estimated 90 000 bushels still unsold expected to reach market soon.
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C. F. Wehrman
John Bornemeier
W. E. Rieke
Frank E. Buell
Fred W. Buell
Charles Buell
Mrs. Timm
Louisa Timm
William Luetchens
Albert Schroder
Henry Reichman
H. C. Backemeyer
Albert Streich
George Bornman
Geo. Wallinger
South Bend
Crain
Herman Theiman
Charles Campbell
Julius Reinke
W. A. Schutz
August Thimgan
Fred Thimgan
Will Calder
James Buskirk
John Timm
J. W. Timm
Celebrates Fiftieth Year At Home Gathering
Mrs. Turner McKinnon observed her fiftieth anniversary on May twenty first at home with assistance from Mesdames A. J. Tool of Murdock and Fred H. Gorder of Weeping Water. The ladies enjoyed a pleasant afternoon.
Building New House on Henry Schlaphoff Farm
Henry Schlaphoff plans a new two story farm house of substantial construction on the farm southwest of Murdock where August Reicke presently farms. The building measures 30 feet by 2 feet and includes modern conveniences. Herman Schmidt is the
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Henry Schlaphoff
Murdock
August Reicke
Herman Schmidt
Lumber Furnished by Tool Neuman Lumber Co of Murdock
A contractor received lumber supplied by the Tool Neuman Lumber Company of Murdock for a project.
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Neuman Lumber Company of
Murdock
Two Laborers Shovel Corn 49 Loads in One Afternoon
Edward Vanderberg and John Bornemeier shoveled 49 loads of corn to the shelled, finishing at 3:30 PM last Thursday. They invite others to challenge them for more work, promising a good opportunity to win.
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Edward Vanderberg
John Bornemeier
Weddin g Bells Ring for Mur Dock Couple
Miss Marie Schmidt and Gustave Streich wed at the Schmidt home in Murdock in a 4 PM ceremony officiated by Rev. Ezra H. Shol. The couple, admired locals, will reside on a farm four miles west of Murdock after a brief honeymoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lbride
Murdock
Marie L. Schmidt
Gustave L. Streich
H. R. Schmidt
Lydia Streich
Ezra H. Shol
Elmwood
Callahan
Geraldine Schmidt
William Streich
Hilda Schmidt
Miss Schmidt
Schmidt
Mrs. Streich
Albert Streich
Will case under advisement in Murdoch probate
The petition for the probate of the will of Sarah Thim fan, deceased, of Murdoch, was heard yesterday before County Judge A H Duxbury and the court has taken the matter under advisement with a decision to follow later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Thimfan
Murdock
A. H. Duxbury
Alice Lau Home for Sale in Murdock Nebraska
Four room house with three lots for sale by Fred Laut of Murdock Nebraska. Call or see for price and terms. Evangelical Church services and Bible school schedule at Louisville and Murdock churches with English and German services and evening meeting at Murdock.
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Alice Lau
Evangelical
Louisville
Murdock
Modern farm homes require planning for modern conveniences
The U of N Agriculture college notes farm homes can be as convenient as city homes through proper planning and installation of modern equipment. A well planned water system will...
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U. of N. Agriculture College
Modern Farm Home Plans Offer Convenient Features
The Agricultural college plans include running water in kitchen and bath, a basement heating plant, and electric lighting with room by room control. Septic tanks handle sewerage and plans suggest adaptable room layouts. Availability of a plan list is via County Extension Agents or the Lincoln Agricultural College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural College
Agricultural College At
Lincoln
Pollock Undergoes Foot Operation At Farmers State Bank
James KE Pollock assistant cashier at the Farmers State Bank has been absent after a minor operation on his right foot. The foot is healing but remains painful and sore for several days. He moves with a cane and must rest most of the time.
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James KE. Pollock
Farmers State Bank
Pollock
Petition to Sell Real Estate in W G Boedeker Case
An action in district court by W G Boedeker as administrator of the estate of William S Schwab seeks court permission to sell real estate to satisfy debts. William A Robertson appears as attorney for the petitioner.
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District Court
W. G. Boedeker
William S. Schwab
William A. Robertson
Mrs Downey At Hospital In Omaha
Mrs Frank Downey of Lincoln has been at Methodist hospital in Omaha for several days under observation and receiving treatment. Doctors consider an operation possible but the patient has shown improvement and hopes rise that she may soon return home in good health.
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Frank Downey
Lincoln
Chris Wohlfarth
Methodist Hospital
Omaha
Plattsmouth Class of 1925 Honors Ill Clyde Piek at Hospital
Clyde R. Piek of the Plattsmouth High School graduating class of 1925 was unable to participate in the ceremonies due to a serious illness. He is now at Swedish Mission Hospital in Omaha receiving treatment but is expected to receive his diploma with his classmates if his condition improves.
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Plattsmouth High School
Clyde R. Piek
Omaha
Clyde
Longer Life in Long Hole Hosiery
Warm weather brings aching feet and stockings cause discomfort. Short stockings press at the toes and wear faster. Longer hose stretch under the toes for ease and prevent cramping when shoes go on. Comfort and thrift go together as longer stockings last longer.
Dr Hamilton B Lowry Dies A Lincoln Physician
Dr Hamilton B Lowry 75 prominent Lincoln physician for over four decades died at a local hospital after weeks of illness. He taught at the University of Nebraska, served as state penitentiary physician, and attended many national and international medical meetings. He led the State Historical Society and State Medical Society, presided twice over the Nebraska Art Association, and directed the State Bird Club. A native of Proctor West Virginia, his long public service spanned medicine history and wildlife interests.
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Lincoln, Neb
Hamilton B. Lowry
Lincoln
University of Nebraska
Penitentiary
Lowery
State Historical Society
State Medical Society
Nebraska Art Association
State
Proctor
W. Va
Fancy Dennison napkins at Bates Book and Gift Shop
Decorative Dennison crepe paper napkins in staple and special designs available at Bates Book and Gift Shop. Ideal for entertaining, these lines offer festive decorations to complement table settings.
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Dennison
Bates Book and Gift Shop
Manley Neighbors Involved In Local Business And Ball Game
A mix of small town notes from Cass County recounts Elmer Pearson enjoying the town’s sole electric fan, A Steinkamp handling Sarpy stock powders, and the Greenwood game as Floyd Ruby, Raymond Ruby, and W H Haith attend. Other items mention pool hall permits, a new Universal coupe for Monroe Wiles, visits by Messinger and Wassey, Theo R Baker’s insurance roles, and births at York. Also notes land sales by Jamies O Leary and J J G Leary to Monroe Wiles, plus social visits at Murphy’s.
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Elmer Pearson
Manley
A. Steinkamp
Sarpy
Floyd
Raymond Ruby
W. H. Haith
Greenwood
Eddie Sheehan
Monroe Wiles
Monroe
Leo L. Messinger
W. W. Wassey
Theo R. Baker
August Stander
John C. Rauth
A. F. Stander
York
A. F. Rauth
Jamies O'Leary
J. J. G. Leary
Cass County
Wiles
John Murphy
Earl Quinn's
School Picnics Mark Year End Celebrations
With the close of the school year Manley and nearby districts held picnics for scholars and patrons. Manley events included dinners at Manley hall and ball park games, while Hissen and Grand Prairie schools hosted picnics on local farms and in nearby areas for community turnout.
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Manley
Manley Hall
Ball Park
Hissen
Crewe
Ray Wiles
Grand Prairie School
Visit to Manley Parents Cut Short in Car Arrival Incident
Mr and Mrs Walter Mockenhaupt planned a visit with Mrs Mockenhaupts parents and relatives at Manley but their trip was interrupted when a car carrying the family members arrived. The planned visit was truncated as the groups met in Manleyard.
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Manley
Walter Mockenhaupt
Ascension Thursday gathering near town marks family event
A dawn gathering near town included John Tighe his wife their daughter Miss Lillian and Mr and Mrs Joseph Huse of Herman. The day was spent at the Moskenhaupt home as they celebrated Ascension Thursday with pleasant activities.
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Omaha
John Tighe
Lillian
Joseph Huse
Herman
Moskenhaupt
Lincoln visitors enjoy airplane rides over capital city
Last Sunday in Lincoln Messrs John Stand er and Arbert Steinkamp with their ladies rode in an airplane offering public flights. They enjoyed the cool air high among the clouds and viewed the capital city of Nebraska, liking this mode of travel.
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John Stander
Arbert Steinkamp
Lincoln
Nebraska
Ventriloquist from Council Bluffs Performs in Manley
The Wooden Family ventriloquist from Council Bluffs gave an exhibition Thursday in the Woodmen Hall, drawing a well attended crowd and impressing auditors with the feats performed.
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Wooden
Council Bluffs
Manley
Woodmen Hall
Manley Businessmen Beat School in Close 4–2 Game
Two ball games at Manley for the closing day featured a clash between the Manley business men and the school which ended 4 to 2 in favor of the businessmen. A second match between married and single men saw the benedicts win 3 to 2.
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Marley
Manley
Benedicts
Doctor Opens Office In Manley Near Post Office
The village of Manley no longer needs to call a physician from elsewhere after Thr H D Munean relocates from Nebraska City. Dr Manson, well recommended, has his office and residence above the Manley post office and is available day or night for calls.
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Manley
H. D. Munean
Nebraska City
Manson
Manley Post Office
Seara renews journal subscription from Moorefield area
Con Seara, longtime resident near Cedar Creek now in Moorefield Nebraska, writes to renew his subscription. He reports the state’s section looks fine with wheat started and heading well though cold weather has damaged much fruit. Friends here will be glad to hear he is doing well.
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Tool
Messrs
Mesdames
EB. H. Miller
Matt Thimgan
E. W. Thimgan
Mesdames Rhordenz
Kenworthy
Kansas
Oklahoma
Plattsmouth
Sarah Thimgan
Eller
Montana
Murdock
Carl Schiaphoff
Manley Implement Co
Evangelical Church
Billings
Dawson
Kearney
Church
Con Seara
Cedar Creek
Moorefield
Nebraska
Journal
Sears
Appeals Fee Claim Blocked by County Board
A transcript filed in district court challenges the county commissioners denial of William R Patrick’s 911 fee for legal services in winter 1925 24 grand jury trials. Patrick seeks a court ruling on legality and county responsibility to pay, aiming for a fair test by both sides.
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District Court
William R Patrick
Grand Jury
Board of Commissioners
Patrick
County Board
Earl Klein and wife head to Omaha for business and visits
Earl Klein and his wife were in the group traveling to Omaha this morning to attend to business matters and visit friends, sharing time away from home.
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Earl Klein
Omaha
Cedar Creek Notes Share Local Happenings
Cedar Creek residents report new stock shipment by Ault and Arrants and a busy week of visitors. George Fornoff visited the county seat last Saturday while corn shipments increase. The Cedar Creek school closed with a fine program and picnic dinner. Cedar Creek organizes a baseball club and beat Cedar and Hohemian Shoe 2 to 1 in a lively Sunday game. South Bend is set to visit next, and J H Heasenfrow improves mail boxes along the route with new posts and paint.
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George Madden
George
A. Thomson
Farmers Elevator Co
Erma Stivers
Plattemouth
Plattsmouth
Cedar Creek
Inez Mindell
Mise Bernice Ana
South Bend
J. H. Heasenfrow
Jim
Doan's Pills Backed by Plattsmouth Testimony
A Plattsmouth resident describes backache and kidney discomfort solved by Doan's Pills. K. J. Kaufman, a mechanic, says severe back pain and dark urine subsided after using the remedy. The ad promotes Doan's Pills at 60 cents and urges readers to ask for the same product.
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Dean
Plattsmouth
K. J. Kaufman
6Th Street
Bates Corner Stationery Store ink and pencils notice
A brief item promoting ink and pencils at Bates Corner Somecond Stationery Store. The notice highlights available writing supplies and urges shoppers to visit the local shop for stationery needs.
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Bates Corner
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Blue Ribbon
E. W. Thimgan Garage
Immage
Gustave H. Streich
Fred Laut
Neb
Mrs. Downey
Gaturdédsy
Delly
Buick-Chevrolet
Buick
Food
John
Livingston
Court House
Fourth and Main Streets
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