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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1925
Page
1
Plattsmouth announces a September 23 bargain day, replacing August’s sales period. Merchants offer a wide range of clothing and seasonable goods, inviting locals and Cass County shoppers to buy at home with trusted warranties and full value.
Ray Larson defeated his brother Ralph Larson at the Plattsmouth Tennis Club to win the county championship cup. The match score was 6 4, 7 5, 7 5 after two deuce-filled sets. The event drew players from Papillion Louisville Eagle and Plattsmouth, marking a record turnout. Doubles and consolation matches were yet to be played.
Beatrice Arn enjoyed a surprise birthday party organized by Mrs. Arn on her sixth anniversary. About twenty two school friends joined in games and a special birthday cake with candles was sliced by Beatrice. Miss Bee received pretty gifts as her sisters Marjorie and Bernice helped serve refreshments.
The Journal office offers printing services for all business forms including ledgers receipts and blank templates in quick turnaround for local merchants and professionals.
The residence property of A. S. Ghrist, settled via high school bill, was sold to Charles W. Hula. Hula plans to move soon into a remodeled, pleasant city home with his family. The Ghrist family has not yet decided on their next move and may buy or build again locally.
Attorney D O Dwyer of this city returns from Michigan where he spent time at the American Bar Association meeting in Detroit and with Lenawee county relatives. Distinguished attendees included Lord Buckmaster Judge Hughes John W Davis and others. Dwyer noted strong crops fine dairy stock and overall prosperity in Michigan.
Rosa McGinnis through attorney H A Collins sues in district court to compel fulfillment of a contract to buy real estate valued at 425 dollars. She paid 200 dollars to bind the bargain and asks for transfer of title and acceptance of 125 dollars due, against Lemuel McGinnis as administrator and others after the seller’s death.
The first round losers in the Dal las city golf tournament have entered consolation play. C A Rosencrans defeated John V Hart while de prived of the silver cup May secure a hand engraved tobacco jar for consolation winners. John Wolf beat Jack Hart as brackets proceed to the second round.
The condition of John Fight, an elder resident, is reported as very poorly causing great concern to his family. He is in his nineties and confined to bed for most of the past days as his health worsens.
Miss Eleanor Burnie reports the rugged Maine coast and cool ocean breezes attractively offer boating and swimming. She toured Portland Boston and Buffalo with focus on coastal scenery farms lumber mills and paper making in the north near the Canadian line. Miss Catherine Schrack joined her for part of the trip and they plan to remember the many places of interest they visited.
Reports from Baker Montana indicate Mr and Mrs John W Chapman plan to move back to Plattsmouth Cass county as their future home They have farmed in the west for years with a successful last season and abundant crop They desire to return to the old friends and associations in the communityBoth Chapman youths grew up here and are well liked by their many friends in the area
Mr and Mrs J W Hendricks leave by auto for Lincoln to accompany their son Vern as he resumes studies at the University of Nebraska for the year. Vern will be joined by several DeMolay friends Edward Matschallat William Matschallat and Elmer Johnson who will share a home with him during the term enhancing their social life.
The Brown family occupies their newly purchased home on high school hill. Mrs Brown and young Douglas remain in hospital in Omaha but are expected to return soon, as moving of household effects is completed and the house is described as attractive and comfortable.
Consumers are urged to visit Bates Book for back to school supplies as the season begins. The shop emphasizes a broad range of common items and timely availability to meet early shopping needs.
The law offices of Charles E. Martin relocate from the Donat building to the second floor of the H. M. Soennichsen company building on Main Street between Fifth and Sixth streets. The new suites include a reception area and private office, offering ample space for client consultations, and the firm will be open for business today.
Andy Moore defeated Jess Varga after an 36 hole final that required an extra hole at Plattsmouth Golf Club to claim the city championship. Varga opened with a superb two at the fifth and Moore surged to the lead later, securing the title as the club’s second city champion in its history.
A short classified notice invites readers to place want ads in the Journal to reach a broad audience. It promises quick responses and clear terms for listings, urging precise contact details and item descriptions to accelerate inquiries.
Mrs Columbus C Neff, beloved resident of Plattsmouth for 35 years, died yesterday after a long illness. Born Minnie Ertz in Burlington Iowa in 1859 she was married there to Columbus C Neff before moving to Plattsmouth. Survived by her mother Mrs Mary Ertz and siblings Mrs Mollie Fitzpatrick Henry Ertz and Fred Ertz with relatives in Burlington and Monmouth. The Ertz family arrived to attend funeral services.
A funeral in Glenwood marks the burial of Nell Louise LaChappell, two and a half, granddaughter of Mrs. Brinkman. The Ashland Gazette shares a tender tribute by her family, recalling her brief life born in Denver, marching thoughts of reunion in the Father’s time.
Miss Virginia Vroom of Roger Arkansas visits former school friend Miss Ruth Shannon from Cotter college Nevrada Missouri. Vroom heads to Madison Wisconsin to enter the university of Wisconsin. Shannon plans to leave mid next week for Nevada to resume studies at Cottey college.
Reports from Wise Memorial hospital in Omaha state T V Roberts of this city is recovering well after his recent operation. He expects to leave the hospital in a week or ten days and has received substantial relief, hoping for a permanent cure.
Yesterday afternoon Miss Helen Wescott hosted a charming miscellaneous shower at Sunnyside for Miss Virginia Beeson and Miss Harriett Peacock, soon to wed and reside on the Pacific coast. Guests hemmed towels for the brides while Maxine Cloidt gave a solos and dance. Gifts celebrated the friendship of the honorees with local childhood associates. Refreshments followed in a festive close.
The coming week marks the departure of Plattsmouth students to colleges and other advanced schools. The community will miss many active youths, but the graduates leaving are believed to be the largest group in recent years, reflecting greater interest in higher education and seeking the best possible schooling.
On Friday evening September 18 at 9 o clock the Weeping Water band will be broadcast from the Woodmen of the World building in Omaha. Listeners away from home with relatives in the band may hear them and feel they are back in their old town.
Last evening at the bride’s parents home in Omaha Miss Marjorie Pickett married Charles F. Campbell of Omaha in a simple ceremony. Rev. Frank Emory Pfoutz officiated. The couple planned a brief wedding luncheon and expect a stay in Keokuk and St. Louis before settling at home in Omaha. The bride, noted in local musical circles, wore pale pink georgette with pink silk underdress. the groom is a Burlington firefighter. Family and relatives from Hamburg Iowa and Omaha attended.
The Weeping Water firm Switzer Bros purchased the elevator coal business from J. L. Wiles who ran it for several years. The new owners invite customers to visit and expect to earn a fair share of trade through service and square dealing.
Bates Book Store urges shoppers to stock up for the new school year with a wide selection of supplies. Customers are invited to visit ahead of the opening to prepare for classes.
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