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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1925
Page
8
Plattsmouth Water Company sues the City of Plattsmouth in Lincoln federal court seeking an injunction and a rate increase. It argues current charges since 1922 are inadequate and deny a fair return on invested property. The suit follows city finance committee findings and unresolved hydrant rental funding.
An auto load of Cass Chapter De Molays from Plattsmouth visited Omaha Chapter, the second in the United States, to observe lodge work by the Omaha officers and the degree team. The evening ended with a hosted treat, making the visit pleasant and productive for all members.
Seniors from the high school who sold the most football season tickets were excused at 3 15 pm for a fall picnic at the country home of Mr and Mrs Luke L Wiles near the golf course. They enjoyed games and a picnic supper joined later by their football squad classmates for an enjoyable class gathering.
Dr P J Flynn of this city is in St Catherine hospital Omaha since the first of the week for a course of treatment. He has been very poorly with a general breakdown evident in his system and his stay length is not yet known.
For sale all varieties of winter apples, prices from 50 cents to 32.00 per bushel depending on variety and quality. Ernest Pollard, Nehawka, Nebraska. Also an ad for Deans Regulats laxative noting 30 cents at all stores.
In Elmwood a longstanding marital dispute between Jacob Sterner and Lance Clites escalated yesterday afternoon. Deputy Sheriff W C Schaus and Chief of Police Johnson moved to the scene after a reported assault, with Clites taken to Plattsmouth for an information filing. Sterner had previously sued for alienation of affections seeking 10000 dollars, with Clites denying misconduct. The case heads to the November district court term and a possible assault charge may arise if parties fail to appear.
The W C T U meets at the E H Wescott residence with sixteen members attending a mother’s meeting. Mrs C C Wescott directs an afternoon program featuring a visiting nurse with school health insights and R B Hayes outlining local Parent Teachers work. Refreshments conclude the social gathering.
J F Walton of Corning Iowa has bought the Barclay residence property and plans a late week opening of a modern restaurant in Plattsmouth. He aims to provide top quality service to local patrons.
An advertisement in the Journal reaches about 75 percent of the buying public, signaling strong reach for local commerce and consumer awareness. The notice emphasizes the broad audience and potential impact of placing an ad in the publication.
Joseph Beil well known near Kenosha Nebras ka died at St Catherine s hospital in Omaha after a two week stay for treatment. Born October 28 1877 at Grand Mound Iowa he lived in Cass county Nebraska most of his life. He married Sadie Ford seventeen years ago and is survived by his wife an adopted son Richard Beil his aged parents one brother Fred Beil and four sisters Mrs Peter Campbell Mrs George Woodward Mrs Mary Boerbeck and Mrs Frank Sitzman.
Fontenelle chapter meets at Mrs. E. H. Wescott’s home to outline plans for the year. They vote a $10 donation to the American Legion community building and aim to raise funds for patriotic work. The group will compile historical records, survey cemeteries, and hold open social events to attract new members.
Frank E Vallery has bought Elmer Meisinger’s stake in the Dodge Brothers agency as Meisinger joins Robb Candy Co. Vallery reports strong sales including a sedan to Henry McMahen and plans to use a Fisher body Dodge Coach as a demonstrator for Cass county buyers.
The Ruby orchestra gains a piano accordion expanding their instruments used in dances. Mrs. Joseph Bulin, the pianist, has become the artist on the new instrument and has proven a hit with local music lovers. The addition boosts the orchestra’s popularity.
When babies suffer with croup apply Dr. Thomas Eclectic Oil at once. Safe for children and effective in small amounts. Available in 30c and 60c sizes at all drug stores.
Local reserve officers from Cass county will take a two week course at Fort Omaha and Fort Crook to study modern warfare developments since World War I. Notables include Phil L. Hall of Greenwood Colonel of the 355th Infantry Maj G H Gilmore Murray Harrison L Gayer of Plattsmouth captain Co F 855th Infantry and Joseph A Capwell lieutenant infantry. The Bates Book and Stationery store offers Halloween decorations including black cats witches goblins and more.
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