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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1920

Page

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Pretty wedding of Edith Ramge and John Meisinger in city home

Rev. W S Leete presided at the pink and white event on North 10th street. Edith Ramge wore white satin with orange blossom and pearls while John Meisinger teamed in a dark suit. A reception followed with Frances Martin and Norine Schulho assisting. The couple leaves for Omaha then Chicago.

Edith Ramge John Leonard Meisinger North 10Th Street Agnes Lajeck Miss Ramee Fred T. Ramee

Had Both Legs Broken In Quarry Accident Near Louisville

A laborer named Steve Irnka at a National stone quarry two miles east of Louisville suffered both legs broken above the knees when a dump was sprung while he stood beside a rock car. He remained pinned until coworkers freed him, then was taken to town and transported to Omaha hospital with Dr Worthman and Lon Kilgore. He is single and about 25.

National Stone Louisville Steve Irnka Worthman Lon Kilgore Omaha Louisville Courier

Taken Belts Heist Lands Cass County Men in Court

In Perkins county district court William Propst and co defendants were tied to a theft of two threshing machine belts worth 150 dollars. Propst pled guilty while others received parole. the sentence for Propst ranges from one to seven years. The group had farmed near Grant after leaving Cass county.

William Propst Grant, Neb Cass County District Court Perkins County Will Propst Grant

Card of Thanks for Julia A. Decker Family

The family expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and burial of Julia A. Decker. They thank Mrs. Sarah Goucherour for support and list many relatives and associates who sent floral tributes. Attendees included CC L Graves, Matthew McQuinn and son Orville, and Mrs. Lillie M. Sheffield, who visited for district court matters in the city.

Julia A. Decker Sarah Goucherour Ur Beaulf CC L Graves Matthew McQuinn Orville Lillie M. Sheffield Union

Plattsmouth Woman Seeks Answers on Husbands Neglect

A Plattsmouth, Nebraska reader writes to the Journal asking why husbands neglect wives and cause marriages to falter. She urges discussion on domestic unhappiness, family stability, and how neglect leads to separation and tragedy.

Plattsmouth

Presbyterian Ladies Hold Fall Meeting at First Church

The ladies auxiliary of the First Presbyterian church gathered Wednesday afternoon in the church parlors for their first fall meeting. Attendees admired fall flowers, discussed committee appointments for the year, and enjoyed hostess hospitality and refreshments.

Cedar Creek Woman Visits City for Merchant Affairs

Mrs. Rachael Ford of Cedar Creek spent a few hours in the city today handling business with local merchants.

Rachael Ford Cedar Creek

Moving to Kearney for health Rev Dillon and wife relocate

Rev. J. Dillon and Mrs Dillon moved their household to Kearney last week and will reside there while his physician advises him to leave the ministry for health reasons. He served the M E church here for the past year and was well liked and respected, with his wife noted for education and fitness for their station. They have many friends here who regret the departure and wish them happiness and better health.

Dillon Kearney M. E Ife Louisville Courier

Aged City Resident dies after short illness

Hillary B Green died at 12 15 am at his daughter s home in Plattsmouth after a brief illness. In his sixty ninth year, he lived in Plattsmouth seven years and previously with his wife who died earlier. Born in Iowa he spent most of his life in Davis County. The body returns to Knox Iowa for burial. He leaves four children Ira V Green Randolph Ta Heston Green Knox IA and Mrs B C Hyde and Mrs T E Jennings of Plattsmouth plus many grandchildren.

Hillary B Green Ben Hyde Mr. Green Plattsmouth Iowa Davis County Knox Ira V. Green Randolph Heston Green B.C Hyde T. E. Jennings

Well Known Minister Makes Change

Rev. W. E. J. Gratz, pastor of St. Paul’s in Lincoln, leaves to lead Epworth League institutes. He moves to Chicago September 15, with family remaining in Minneapolis at 4202 Winona Place. Gratz has twenty one years in pastoral work and will supervise institutes, arrange programs, and seek speakers for youth outreach. He served Lincoln since 1917 and helped raise 14269 dollars for benevolences.

W. E. J. Gratz St. Paul's Church of Lincoln Epworth League Gratz Chicago Rush Street Minneapolis Lincoln Winona Place Doris Gretchen Wesley Methodist Church St. Paul's Church Nebraska Central Park Church

Methodist Ladies Meet At Church Parlors

The Methodist church ladies and society met yesterday afternoon at the church parlors. Attendance pleased members and the meeting was filled with interest. Plans for the year were discussed and much interest shown in the outlined work. Refreshments were served during the afternoon, making the time enjoyable.

Old Civil War Veteran Is Given Surprise Birthday Honor

Asbury Jacks, Civil War veteran, celebrated his seventy sixth birthday at his daughter Mrs E F Trively home. A G A R and W R C surprise visit included songs and stories of past days. Hon R B Windham presented a silk American flag in recognition of his service. Jacks thanked the groups and thanked the hostesses Mrs Trively Mrs John Elliott and Mrs Jesse Elliott for the refreshments.

Thuraslay Asbury Jacks E. F. Trively Relief Corps Jane Trively John Elliott Jesse Elliott Jacks Mr. Jacks

Nebraska City High School football injury shocks town

Mrs George W Thomas visiting relatives learned her son George Jr a Nebraska City high school football player suffered a dislocated collar bone during a Thursday scrimmage at the school campus. The injury disappoints him and alarmed friends in this city who hoped he would play this season.

George W. Thomas Nebraska City George Nebraska City High School

Progressive farmer Minnier buys Fordson tractor

Friday latty Cheeter Minnier, a young farmer west of Murray, becomes owner of a Fordson tractor with a full plow set from T. H. Pollock Auto company. The new machine is expected to greatly aid his future farm work.

Cheeter Minnier Murray T. H. Pollock Auto Company Mr. Minnier

Surgeon Performs Successful Operations On Two Patients

Dr Leopold yesterday afternoon removed adenoids and tonsils from Martin Baichman. This afternoon Mrs EK Whittiker underwent a similar procedure. Both patients are reported very successful with signs of speedy recovery.

H. (. Leopold Martin Baichman EK. Whittiker

Death of Edith Louise Taylor at two months old

Mrs J H McMahen travels to Lincoln after receiving word of the death of her granddaughter Edith Louise Taylor infant daughter of Sherman and Mrs Sherman Taylor of Wimore. Edith died last evening at St Elizabeth's hospital after a period of illness. Funeral plans are not yet announced.

J. H. McMahen Lincoln Edith Louise Taylor Sherman Taylor Wimore St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Tayior Gladys McMahen

Switchman Killed in Council Bluffs Rail Yard

Mrs. Harry T. Kuhney reports Joseph Farrar 52 was killed at work in Council Bluffs rail yard. No accident details known. He leaves a wife and family, his aged mother in Omaha, and sisters in this city. Kuhneys and Hesse to Council Bluffs for funeral services.

Joseph Farrar Harry H. Kuhney Harry TL. Kuhney Council Bluffs BE. J. Farrar Omaha Ralph H. H. Kuhney Henry Heese Roy Mayfield Kuhney Hesse

Mary Hungate Bennett Weds U S Marine Lt Floyd Bennett

Dr and Mrs James Buchanan Hungate announce the marriage of their daughter Miss Mary to First Lieutenant Floyd Wesley Bennett of the U S Marine Corps. The ceremony took place Saturday September 4 in Honolulu Hawaii where the groom is stationed. They will reside in Honolulu after October 1. Mrs Bennett grew up in Weeping Water and has been a social presence in Cass County.

Lodge of Elks Omaha Lodge No. 29 Metropolis Omaha Order Brothers of Omaha Lodge The Elks Masonic Temple Plattsmouth Omaha Brothers H. A. Schneider Frank M. Bestor J. W. Holmes James Buchanan Hungate Hiteman Mary Floyd Wesley Bennett U. S. Marine Corps Honolulu Hawalil Croom Bennett Weeping Water

No Improvement Reported for Mrs Edward Maybee

Reports from Omaha say Mrs Edward Maybee at South Side hospital remains in very serious condition with bronchitis pneumonia fever and long illness. Relatives here hope she may rally and return home soon.

Omaha Edward Maybee South Side Hospital Maybee

Farewell Party for League Members at Methodist Hall

The Social Committee of the League hosted a farewell gathering at the Methodist church parlors for members leaving next week to pursue their schooling. Honorees included Mable Lee Copenhaver Zella Elliott Ruth Jacks Ethel Babbitt Gladys Hall Jessie Whelan Earl Babbitt Marion Mauzy and Betty Beeson. After remarks of appreciation from Jesse P. Perry and Byran Babbitt dainty refreshments followed.

Methodist Church League Mable Lee Copenhaver Zella Elliott Ruth Jacks Ethel Babbitt Gladys Hall Jessie Whelan Earl Babbitt Marion Mauzy Betty Beeson

Anniversary Remembers St Mihiel Battle Of 1918

A city observes the September 12 1918 anniversary marking the St Mihiel offensive. American forces under Pershing opened the drive with seven divisions, advancing from 6 am September 12 to seize the front, liberating villages and taking 16 000 prisoners and 448 guns with 7 000 casualties.

St. Mihiel Pershing Hunter Liggett 4Rd Sith 42Nd Fsat Mand A. m

Divorce Granted in Lillie M Sheefield v Sheefield Case

In district court Judge Begley granted a decree of absolute divorce to Lillie M. Sheefield from John T. Sheefield after a hearing. Plaintiff was represented by attorney Charles L. Graves of Union. Both parties reside near Union.

Lillie M. Sheefield John T. Sheefield Begley Matt McQuinn Orville McQuinn Charles L. Graves Union

Popular Copyright Books On Sale At Journal Office

The Journal office lists popular copyright titles now on sale. Readers can find a curated selection of literary works, with prices and availability updated for the public.

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Episcopal Church Miss Bajeck Dinine Frances Martin Mae Creamer Leroy Cline Havelock Norine Schulho Missouri Pacific Ludwic Miller Boyd Porter Leroy Conrad Meisinger Farmers State Bank Meisinger Mrs. Meisinger Lous Charles H. Sheldon M. Sheldon H. P. Sheldon F. P. Sheldon G. H. Bax Wm. Ferguson J. L Lowe Charlie Piper Carriet Renolds Plattamouth Presbyterian Ladies First Presbyterian Church C. D. Quinton Will T. Adams John F. Gorder Hillary B. Green B. C. Hyde Methodist Fordson Winder Switchman Mary Hungate J. B. Hungate First National Bank BANK Pattsmouth
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