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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1925
Page
4
A long column from Union reports visits and incidents among residents and businesses. It notes purchases of corn by E E Leach, yields from Dr. and Porter and other farmers, visits by Mrs. J N Larsh, Bert Everett, and several teachers, plus a canine passing after a poison incident.
Last Thursday evening guests included Mr W. B. Banning of Union and L. Fr Langhurst and wife of Elmwood. They attended the opening banquet and met many state residents, enjoying the event and the reception.
Cast iron cook stove offered for sale in excellent condition. Inquiries should be made at the Postoffice for purchase details and arrangements.
Mrs Edward Midkiff who had undergone an operation at the hospital was able to return to her home last Monday. Mr and Mrs Jesse Lell visited the hospital on Sunday and were glad she would come home the next day noting her good improvement.
Mrs. Charles Garrison hosted a misc shower for her friend Mrs. Leo Finkle formerly Winnie Curl last Friday evening. A large group attended to wish the bride long happiness and usefulness, and many useful presents accompanied by best wishes for the couple.
Small dairy and chicken ranch offers sale of two chicken houses, a scratch pen, a barn that holds 36 tons of hay, three cows, and horses. Prospective buyers invited to view. items to be sold cheap. Contact M. Lynde in Union, Nebraska.
Mrs Eugene Austin, long gravely ill at her home east of Union, shows marked improvement and hopes to regain her former health. Her husband Mr Eugene Austin, who was also ill, has improved enough to visit downtown last Monday, though still looking rather pale.
W H Marks turned 64 last Friday and was surprised at home by neighbors who filled the house with friends and a fine dinner. The unexpected celebration sparked a joyful, friendly gathering as he joined in the festive mood.
Union schools hosted Avoca teams in both boys and girls games last Friday. Union boys edged Avoca 9 to 8 in a close contest, while Union girls triumphed 36 to 9 as Avoca scored just one quarter of Union’s points.
J M Bosworth born August 13 1872 near Plattsmouth lived in Wabash and Weeping Water areas and later settled in Weeping Water until his passing. The obituary outlines his early life with parents migration and long residence in eastern Nebraska communities.
Mr. Bosworth died at his mother’s home in Wabash on November 16 after a brief illness, aged a little over 52. He leaves a mother, one brother, and four sisters. Funeral services were at the Christian church in Weeping Water November 18, conducted by Rev. W. A. Taylor, with interment in Oak Hill cemetery.
The home of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Petereil northwest of the city rejoices over the birth of a fine son and heir. The infant is a great grandson of Mr. and Mrs. John Fight of this city, drawing admiration from relatives and friends.
The evangelist at First Christian Church delivered a vivid message on Christ Before Pilate. He depicted Pontius Pilate as power hungry, betraying Christ to curry Jewish favor, and contrasted justice with Christ as judge. Two attendees professed faith and church membership.
A fragmented notice invites the public to an event at the Pleasest Kidz program on a Friday in December. The text also advertises Dogn's Ointment with a claim about its effectiveness and lists stores to purchase it.
Mrs Sturry Plan announces that Mrs Platt who was very ill after the birth of her daughter is well enough to leave the hospital. She will recuperate for a few days at relatives and friends before returning home.
The Bates Book and Stationery Store advertises a large Christmas card line this season and invites customers to place orders early for engraved names to ensure timely return. A fine selection is offered and subscribers are urged to use Journal Want Ads to place orders.
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