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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1925

Page

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Divorce case ends in partial victory for Wynn pair

Amelia B. Wynn versus William H. Wynn concluded with a district court decree of divorce to the plaintiff and limited alimony of 400 plus 76 for attorney fees. The court ordered the plaintiff to vacate the marital home and for the home to be transferred to Mr Wynn amid financial parity and disputed conduct testimonies.

Amelia Wynn William H. Wynn Dist Amelia B. Wynn District Court Beeley Wynn Wyon

Clara Louise Abbott Marries Frederick J Ware

Miss Clara Louise Abbott daughter of Mr and Mrs Abbott married Frederick J Ware sports editor of the Omaha World Herald at the First Presbyterian church manse in Omaha. The witnesses were the bride s parents who came from Nebraska City. Both were NU alumni and Ware is noted as a leading young newspaper man. Abbott is known in Plattsmouth and Harvey Newbranch also works at the World Herald.

N C Nebraska City Ware Miss Abbott University of Nebraska World-Ferald Youn Metropolis Plattsmouth Harvey Newbranch The World-Herald

Death of Old Cass County Resident E R Dillihay

E R Dillihay, longtime Cass County resident and former farmer now living in Plattsmouth, died at his Lincoln Avenue home after months of illness. His aged wife cared for him through a lengthy decline, and her health has suffered in the wake of his death.

E. R. Dillihay Cass County Lincoln Avenues Dillihay Plattsmouth

Violet Begley Improves After Appendicitis Operation

Reports from Methodist Hospital in Omaha indicate Violet Begley is progressing well after surgery for appendicitis performed Sunday afternoon. Friends express optimism for a swift recovery and return home to her prior health.

Methodist Hospital Omaha Violet Begley

Miss Violette Begley Placed Undergoes Appen­dicitis Surgery

Miss Violette Begley, daughter of Judge James T. Begley, was taken ill Saturday with appendicitis. She was moved from Papillion to Omaha's Methodist hospital for immediate surgery and underwent the operation yesterday afternoon. She was reported to be improving well at the latest update.

Violette Begley James T. Begley Papillion Omaha Methodist Hospital

Plattsmouth Man Platted Wy More Neb 44th Birthday

The city of Wymore Nebraska celebrated its 44th birthday after being laid out in 1881 by A B Smith a civil engineer from Plattsmouth. Smith worked for Burlington on line extensions and platted the town influencing southern Nebraska railroad activity. He was uncle to A Baxter Smith of this city and later moved to Denver to run his business.

Wymore A. B. Smith Plattsmouth Nebraska Smith A. Baxter Smith Denver

Fire hits A. W. White home on North 6th Street

Early today at 11 30 a serious blaze tore through the large frame residence of A W White damaging the roof and second floor. Firefighters confined the flames though extensive work was needed to reach the attic. The family escaped with family furniture saved and insured coverage noted as substantial. Local are present aiding efforts and there is uncertainty about the fire source though chimney or wiring are suspected.

A. W. White North 6Th Street Mr. White J. A. Donelan Karl Brown Papillion Donelan Brown White

Aged Stranger Laid To Rest After Inquest

A stranger found dead near Burlington stock yards Friday afternoon has been buried in Oak Hill cemetery. With no relatives located, the coroner's inquest was held and funeral services followed at Sattler chapel on Saturday afternoon with Rev. H Koitich officiating.

Tuseday Burlington Oak Hill Cemetery Sattler Chapel H. Koitich St. Paul's Evangelical Church

Tribute to Captain G. S. Aldrich Honored by Cass County Bar

The Cass County Bar pauses opening May term to honor Captain Charles S. Aldrich. Tributes extol his service in the Spanish American War World War II era civic dedication and charitable character. Resolutions commend his public spirit law practice and lifelong patriotism with copies to press and family.

Efrem Bronday District Court Cass County Bar Association S. Aldrich C. A. Rawls A. L. Tidd J. A. Cap Cass County Charles S. Aldrich Captain Aldrich Elmwood America Aldrich

Doings in District Court Fitzgerald vs Schlater Co

Anne Fitzgerald files suit in district court asking judgment in two actions against Schlater & Fitzgerald Co. First for $1,000 plus interest on a 1920 note, and second for $2,000 on a 1921 note.

Anne Fitzgerald The Schlater & Fitzgerald Co District Court

Truck Turns Over Near Fort Crook

A furniture truck from Christ and Christ company overturned on the highway near Fort Crook while leaving Omaha for Plattsmouth. The extent of damage is not learned, but it is thought not to be great and the truck should be back in service soon.

Christ & Christ Company Omaha Plattsmouth Fort Crook

Visiting Here From Ohio Delights Nebraska Family

The home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Sybert in Nebraska welcomes the arrival of their daughters from Dayton Ohio Mrs. C A Marshall Jr and Mrs C A Young. Grandsons William Charles Young and Cary Andrew Marshall II join the visit marking a joyful family reunion with relatives and friends. Honor Seybert and Frances Seybert are noted as the former names of the visitors.

W. H. Sybert Nebraska C. A. Marshall, Jr C. A. Young Dayton Ohio William Charles Young Cary Andrew Marshall Young Honor Seybert Mrs Marshall Frances Seybert

Death summons longtime resident William H. Mann

William H. Mann, a longtime Plattsmouth resident, died at 3:50 AM at his West Marble Street home after a lengthy illness tied to heart disease. Born July 4, 1855 in St. Louis, he lived in Plattsmouth since 1871 and worked for Dovey, Baker & Co., and later the Burlington Railroad before retirement. He is survived by his wife Caroline Grassman, children Fred W. Mann and Ada M. Mann, two brothers and a sister. Funeral arrangements await arrival of his son from Gray Bull, Wyoming.

West Marble Street William H. Mann Mr. Mann Wiliam H. Mann St. Louis Peter Mann Plattsmouth Mann E. G. Dovey W. H. Baker & Co The Burlington Railroad Caroline Grassman Fred W. Mann Graybull Wyoming Ada M. Mann George H. Mann This City Edward Mann San Mateo California

Circus Days Are Coming to Plattsmouth

Frank J Taylor shows announced for Tuesday June 2 to perform in Plattsmouth after wintering near Omaha. First show held in Albright drew a large crowd. The circus will present trained animals and high class acts with a possible Washington Park site or land east of Burlington station for tents.

Frank J. Taylor Tavrlor Omaha Bellevue Boulevard Albright Benson Plattsmouth Taylor Washington Tourist Park Burlington Station

Card of Thanks for Bereavement Support

We thank friends and neighbors for sympathy after our bereavement and recognize Woodmen Circle B P C E No 739 Eagles for help and flowers. Signed F S Rice and family James Bulin and family Joe Bulin and family Miss Rose Bulin Richard Ottersten and family.

Woodmen Circle F. S. Rice James Bulin Joe Bulin Rose Bulin Richard Ottersten

Funeral of E R Dillehay in Plattsmouth this afternoon

The funeral for E R Tillehay was held at Sattler Funeral Chapel at 1 PM with Rev. Walter R Robb delivering comfort. Born August 14 1851 near Madison Wisconsin he died May 24 1925 in Plattsmouth Nebraska after a long pioneer life spanning Iowa Missouri Kansas and Nebraska.

E. R. Tillehay Sattler Walter R. Robb First Christian Church George Nelson Minnie Pickard Jesus Ensley KR. Dillehay Madison Wisconsin Plattsmouth Nebraska Missouri Mills County Iowa Hattie Mathis Malvern Beloit Kansas Vuailey County Claim MiAils County Clyde Arizona Middle West Tekamah Ord Valley County Jesus Christ Loup River United Brethren Church Ed Dillehay Omaha Miles Dillehay Nerces Colorado Hillsdale

Mrs Zuckweiler Ill At Home In Miller South Dakota

Friends of the Henry Zuckweiler family report Mrs. Zuckweiler is seriously ill at her Miller South Dakota home under medical care. The exact cause is undetermined but a tumor is suspected. Family hopes for a change for the better soon.

Henry Zuckweiler Zuckweiler Miller South Dakota

Frost Ravages Crops in Cold Night

After a sharp frost and freezing conditions last night fruit and early vegetables were heavily damaged. Small fruits and vegetables suffered widespread losses, with fruit sections facing especially heavy damage from the freezing temperatures.

Returns From Hospital Bring Cheer To Court Family

Clarence L. Beal has returned home from Omaha where he spent weeks at Methodist hospital for treatment and tonsil removal. His condition shows steady improvement and family and friends are hopeful he will resume duties at the courthouse in a few weeks. County Judge A H Duxbury drove up to escort him home, and hundreds of friends are glad to see him back.

District Court Larence L. Beal Omaha Methodist Hospital Besl Clarence A. H. Duxbury

Campbell to Leave Plattsmouth for Columbia Summer Study

Raymond G. Campbell, principal of Plattsmouth high school for four years, will depart soon to attend a summer course at Columbia. He will not return for the next term. Campbell has been active in the community as a former American Legion vice commander, a leader in the First Methodist church music program, and a loyal Y M C A Sunday school worker.

Raymond G. Campbell Plattsmouth Columbia Campbell American Legion Post First Methodist Church

Surprise gathering at Snyder home by southern neighbors

A fifty-strong group of old friends and neighbors visited the home of Mr and Mrs Andrew J Snyder in the citys south part on Saturday evening bringing baskets of food. The party enjoyed cards social chat and refreshments including angel food cake ice cream and strawberries before departing late.

Dailly Andrew J. Snyder Snyder

Naturalization ceremonies at court house

May term opens with five applicants granted final citizenship papers by Judge James T. Begley in the county district court. Recipients Emma Olson, Cuthbert Elliott, Margaret Hallahan, Lena Reike, and John Juruick receive citizenship manuals from Fontenelle D A R. remarks on civic duties accompany the ceremony.

Morndayeé District Court James T. Begley Emma Mathilda Olson Weeping Water Cuthbert Lloyd Elliott Union Margaret Hallahan Plattsmouth Lena Reike Alvo John Juruick Daughters of the American Revolution William Baird Fontenelle C. A. Rawls Columbia E. H. Wescott Josephine Altman

Making Visits to Elmwood by Alien J Beeson

Alien J Beeson, a leading Cass County attorney, travels weekly to Elmwood to handle legal matters since only William Deles remains as local counsel. He spoke at memorial services for Captain Aldrich, delivering the first eulogy. the Judge assisted in easing Elmwood’s legal needs during this period.

J. Beeson Cass County Elmwood William Deles Beeson Aldrich

Miss Mable White Taken to Hospital for Treatment

Yesterday afternoon Miss Mable White was taken to Omaha for hospital care and treatment. She has not been in good health recently and family and friends hope the trip will prove beneficial.

Mable White Omaha Miss White

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Clara Louise Abbott Wypmore G. $. Aldrich J. A. Capwell C. E. Tefft William Deles Dernier Charles 5 E. R. Dillehay R. G. Campbell East Court House First National Bank
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