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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1920

Page

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City Honors Dr. Edwin Cook In Funeral Rites At Plattsmouth

The Plattsmouth community honored Dr. Edwin W. Cook with a solemn funeral at St. Luke's Episcopal Church led by Rev. Wilbur Leete. Masonic and Knights Templar members served as pallbearers and guard of honor, with out-of-town relatives attending from Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, and Colorado.

Edwin W.cook Rock Island Clints David Hawksworth Vine Street Plattsmouth Cook Wilbur 8 S. Leete St. Luke's Episcopal Church Lr. Cook Ec. Ti. Wescott Knights Templar William AC Robertson Gee Acre Ceaiaae Mesars F. A. Cinidi L. O. Minor R. W. Knorr R. P. Westover A. E. Cook K. R. Cook Malvern C. H. Cook Salem Glenwood D. E. Reeves Keokuk Detroit Frank Hawksworth Denver Joseph Hawksworth Omaha Fred Hawksworth J. E Hawksworth Lincoln Walter Fisher Jep Fisher B. EF. Jones Supreme Medical Board Joseph Ray Modern Woodmen Tilinwis Ralph Johnson Modern_Woodmen F. E. Calkins Fremont E Kester C. James Sam Woodley Wood Mr. Easterly Board of Managers Fred H. Murphy Te. S Chicago Dr. Cink

Murphy visits old friends after Chicago funeral trip

From Monday's Dall red HH, Murphy, an old time resident of this city, came in from Chicago yesterday to attend the funeral of his old time friend, Dr. Edwin W. Cook and to visit for a short time with friends. He has served the U S government for twenty years and is at present an army field clerk at Fort Sheridan near Chicago. He is in good health and enjoyed catching up with old acquaintances.

Murphy Chicago Edwin W. Cook U. S Fort Sheridan

A. W. White Plans Winter in California

A. W. White of Plattsmouth, a veteran merchant since 1864, is closing business affairs and will depart for California to spend the winter and escape harsh local temperatures.

A. W. White Plattsmouth California

Reavis Schedule Announces Speaking Dates Across Nebraska

Congressman Frank Reavis sets speak dates in Bethany Auburn Syracuse Plattsmouth Falls City and his home town Falls City as he runs for reelection in the First Nebraska district. He promises to share items of interest with voters at each appearance.

Frank Reavis Bethany Auburn Syracuse Plattsmouth Falls City Reavis Nebraska

Murray Store Changes Hands

Alfred Gannsmer sells Murray general store to Frank Valery of Plattsmouth. Valery plans cash basis operation and immediate management. Gannsmer to stay on briefly and run the store as Valery handles a farm purchase in Chase county.

Alfred Gansmer Frank Vallery Plattsmouth Murray Alfred Gannsmer Frank Valery Plattamouth Vallero Gansmer

U S Must Assist Armenia Says Missionary

Beatrice Nebraska October 15 America must feed and help the people of Armenia to be self supporting and the civilized nations must see that the Turk is subdued declares Mrs Eli T Allen a twenty five year missionary at Urmia in an address to the presbyterian synodical The speaker described Turkish atrocities and Armenian suffering noting American missionaries faced danger a month after war began and arguing a show of force by a great power could quell the Turk.

Beatrice America Armenia Eli T. Allen Urmia Presbyterian Synodical Allen

Cox to launch eastern blitz in drive for presidency

Governor Cox rests then plans a two week sprint through Syracuse Rochester and Buffalo New York. A Madison Square Garden speech will cap the week with more talks in Indianapolis Chicago and other midwest centers. He aims to frame the race around the league of nations and Harding’s stance.

Cleveland, O Cox Syracuse Rochester Buffalo N. Y Madison Square Garden New York Indianapolis Chicago Mid-West League of Nations Harding Kamerad Trinity Iscopal Cathedral E. H. Moore Youngstown Mr. Moore

Return of Mrs Schlatter From Immanuel Hospital

Mrs. Frank E. Schlatter returns home from Immanuel hospital Omaha after a month long severe surgical operation. Family and friends report her marked improvement and growing strength as she recovers at home.

Moncay Frank E. Schlatter Immanuel Hospital Omaha

Wheat shortage is a possibility, says federation

Chicago Oct 14 The American Farm Bureau Federation executive committee prepared a statement for farmers explaining the wheat market danger and urging export curbs. J R Howard warns future production may drop if steps aren not taken. The report cites a 1920 21 supply picture with large exports and ample carryover reducing available stock.

Chicago American Farm Bureau Federation J. R. Howard America Howard

Legion Football Team Prepared for First Game Sunday

The American Legion football team, formed recently, will meet the Havelock Boilermakers next Sunday afternoon at home. Raymond Larson chairs the Legion athletic committee and reports nightly practice, strong coaching, heavy line, and new maroon uniforms as confidence grows for the opener.

American Legion Havelock Boilermakers Raymond Larson Legion Athletic Committee Legion

Accidental Gun Discharge Wounds Fred Rutherford

Fred Rutherford sustained a severe but non fatal wound to the right shoulder from an accidental discharge of a Colt automatic revolver. He had just bought the weapon and was loading it when it discharged, the bullet entering the right breast and deflecting out the shoulder. Doctors report he is now improving as well as could be expected.

Fred Rutherford Mr. Rutherford Fred

Changes in the Shops at Burlington Plant

Following the resignation of J M Shirk as foreman of the Burlington machine shop the company announces Fred G Morgan as acting foreman and William Weber Jr as assistant foreman Both men are highly qualified and among the most efficient in service Shirk plans to move with his family to Alliance to take railroad work there

J. M. Shirk Burlington Fred G. Morgan William Weber, Jr Mr. Shirk Alliance

Thorn Family Arrives for Short Visit in City

Captain Hamilton Thorn and his wife with two daughters arrived to visit Mrs. Thorn's parents, D. O Dwyer family, in the city. Thorn, recently from Camp Upton New York, is in charge of a detachment ordered to Camp Funston before returning east for a brief stay. The family notes Camp Upton’s pleasant summer and sea breezes near Long Island.

Hamilton Thorn Camp Upton Long Island New York City

Young Albert Hyde Laid To Rest In Oak Hill Cemetery

Funeral services were held yesterday for Albert Hyde ten son of Mr and Mrs B C Hyde at the Christian church. Rev A Hollowell led with a sermon on Suffer little children. A large cortege and church choir offered hymns as mourners expressed grief. Interment followed at Oak Hill cemetery in the family plot.

Albert B. C. Hyde The Christian Church A. Hollowell Hollowell Oak Hill

Cosmopolitan Club Celebrates Ninth Anniversary Banquet

The Cosmopolitan club marked its ninth anniversary with a Saturday banquet in the Holly building club rooms. Tables featured green and yellow decorations and a two four course luncheon. Toastmaster William R. Holly led remarks from veteran and new members, with attendees including Karl Roesaler Alliance, Robert Ames Council Bluffs, Leonard Hawkenbery Omaha, and Robert Rebal Omaha.

Cosmopolitan Club Holly Building Parclay Cafe William R. Holly Oll New City Karl Roesaler Alliance Robert Ames Council Bluffs Leonard Hawkenbery Robert Rebal Omaha

Death of an Old Resident Occurs in Aurora

A. W. Lewis, longtime resident and former Burlington engineer, died in Aurora Illinois after a short illness. He came to this city in the early 1890s and later returned to Illinois, leaving a wife and one child. Funeral services were held in the city, and friends here regret his passing.

Henry Ofe Aurora Illinois A. W. Lewis Mr. Lewis Burlington Lewis

Appeals order in Gole case and grain coal car concerns

Attorney General Davis signals an immediate appeal of Judge Woodrough's decision to return Alson Cate for execution or imprisonment, arguing federal habeas limits. Governor to consider reprieves for Cole and Grammer as appeals unfold. Nebraska Railway Commission notes grain car easing but coal shortages persist with limited storage in Omaha.

Davis Woodrough Alson B. Cate Bueck Howard County Woodrouzh Wootrough Cole Attorney General Federal Court Circuit of Appeals Federal Supreme Court State Supreme Court Grammer Circuit Court of Appeals Nebraska State Railway Commission Gangmissioner Thorne A. Browne Interstate Commerce Commission Mississippi Nebraska Omaha Kansas Illinois

Nebraska WCTU Jubilee Convention Celebrates Large Turnout

The Nebraska Woman's Christian Temperance Union wrapped up a four day jubilee convention in David City with about 300 delegates. Speakers included Dr. J. H. Smith, Mrs. Maria Wilcox, and Mrs. A. G. Wolfenbarger. Officers were mostly reelected. Mrs. Clayton and Mrs. Claflin were elected to new posts. Resolutions urged against tobacco, street carnivals, stronger liquor enforcement, and expanded child welfare laws.

David City Neb Nebraska Woman's Christian Temperance Union Lincoln Clayton Claflin University Place San Francisco

League Special to Stop in Omaha

The Pro League special with Secretary of War Baker and other speakers on the league of nations will begin its campaign with a Tuesday noon stop in Pittsburg. The itinerary includes Omaha Denver Salt Lake City Butte Spokane and Portland with meetings planned in San Francisco October 30 and Los Angeles November 1.

New York Baker League of Nations California Pittsburg Omaha Denver Salt Lake City Butte Mont Spokane Portland Ore San Francisco Los Angeles

Havelock Boilermakers Visit Local American Legion Team

The Havelock Boilermakers travel to face the new American Legion squad in town in the opening game of the season. The Legion side aims to challenge the Lincoln suburb club and draw strong public support as locals prepare for a spirited gridiron clash.

Havelock Boilermakers American Legion Legion Lincoln

Big order for Plattsmouth butter cutting machines

At the national dairy show in Chicago the L C Sharp company of Plattsmouth showcased a top butter cutting machine. A representative of A H Arnold Co. placed an order for fifty machines at 2500 dollars each, benefiting Plattsmouth's thriving industry and backed by Fairmont Creamery of Omaha with existing units.

Chicago L. C. Sharp Company Flattsmouth Sharp Middle West United States Canada A. H. Arnold Co Arnold Company Sharp Company Plattsmouth Fairmont Omahs

Plattsmouth High to Play Fremont in Away Game

Plattsmouth high school football team leaves with Superintendent E. Pratt and Coach A J Bell for Fremont to face the Fremont high school in the afternoon. It is the third Bra son game for the locals and their first away contest, with Dodge County workers noted as rivals on the home grounds. Fans expect a strong showing after solid previous performances.

Plattsmouth E. Pratt A. J. Bell Fremont Dodge County

Returning to Work Mike Rys Returns to Murra

Mike Rys, a veteran blacksmith laid up three weeks with a sore foot, has recovered enough to return to Murra this morning and resume his trade. He is regarded as one of the county’s best workers and patrons will be pleased by his comeback.

Mike Rys Murra Mike

Falter Insurance Ad Promises Real Service at No Extra Cost

J P Falter and Son promote full insurance care with bundled service at no additional charge.artment advertisement emphasizes reliable coverage and value for customers.

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Edwin Cook U.S East Farm Bureau Federation Athletic Committee Larson Havelock Albert Hyde Judy Woodrenugh T. A. Browne W. O U. Convention Journal Today Journal Office L. C. Sharp CO Chicago Company J. P. Falter & Son
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