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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1925

Page

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Aged man killed at Watson Missouri train

John Hrady formerly of Plattsmouth was struck and killed by northbound Burlington train No. 27 at Watson. He stepped onto the track while attempting to avoid the approaching train and was instantly killed. He leaves a wife four daughters and three sons. The body was sent to Hamburg Iowa for burial with funeral expected near Milton Missouri.

John Hrady Watson Missouri Kansas City Burlington Brady Afr Lee We Ok H. E. Brady Hamburg Iowa Milton

Methodist Ladies Aid Donates to Legion Community Fund

The Methodist Ladies Aid Society voted 10 toward the community building fund raised by the American Legion. The donation reflects broad local support for the proposed community monument the Legion seeks to erect in the next years.

Methodist Ladies Aid Society American Legion, the Indies Legton Legion

Harry Speck Undergoes Second Operation in Omaha

Friends report Harry Speck of this city was operated on Friday at University Hospital in Omaha for complications after an earlier Sioux City operation. The second procedure aimed to provide relief and, according to latest updates, he is recovering and hoped to return home soon.

Harry Speck Harry University Hospital Omaha Sioux City

Card of Thanks for Mrs. Columbus Neff

We express sincere thanks for kindness shown during sickness and death of Mrs. Columbus Neff. Sisters and brothers.

Columbus Neff

Plattsmouth youths head to Peru normal school

Yesterday afternoon a group of Plattsmouth young men traveled to Peru to register for the fall term at the state normal school. Those proceeding include Ray Lambert Forest Shrader Stuart Chase Russell Wasley Frank Godwin and Joe Krejci. Krejci is noted as an outstanding basketball talent likely to boost Peru's team this season.

Plattsmouth Youngs State Normal School Pern Peru Ray Lambert Forest Shrader Stuart Chase Russell Wasley Frank Godwin Joe Krejci Krejci

Weeping Water Band Delights Nebraska Masonic Home

The Weeping Water band of twenty seven under Mr Hawkins performed a special outdoor concert for residents of the Nebraska Masonic Home in Plattsmouth. The program, arranged for the home visitors, drew a large audience whose enthusiastic applause greeted each number.

Nebraska

Attorney Martin Opens New Office Suite in City Building

The law offices of Charles E. Martin in the H. M. Soen richsen Co. building are described as attractive and modern. He arranged the space with up to date lighting heat and furnishings and moved in on Saturday ready to serve clients.

Charles E. Martin H. M. Soenrichsen Co Martin Devine Sir Martin Mr. Martin

Deitz Begins Crutch Build Back After Auto Crash

C L Deitz, a victim of the August 16 Burlington crossing accident, starts walking with crutches that spare his fractured ankle. He plans limited outings soon. Louis Liner, another survivor, remains in Omaha hospital with a fractured hip and injuries. recovery progresses slowly and full use of hip and leg remains uncertain.

Cc. L. Deitz Oreapolis Burlington Louis Liner Omaha

Secures More Big Fish From Tueedor’s Daily

The Missouri river fishing season is described as very successful by William Grebe. Anglers have landed large fish including several thirty to fifty pound catfish noted as exceptional specimens.

Tueedor Missouri River William Grebe

Large Henry Schroeder Estate Filed for Probate

In county court yesterday the Henry Schroeder estate from Murdock was offered for probate. The estate is valued at 135000 to 140000 and includes 360000 in money and stocks with real estate estimated at 75000.

Henry Schroeder Murdock

Wows Win Hard Fought Contest Here Yesterday

The W. O. W. of Omahi defeated the WCWs 3 to 1 on the local diamond in a tight ball game. Burkhart struck out nine for the visitors and Phillips allowed six hits with seven walks as Spar Spin led late offense with a double. Jardine homered for Plattsmouth, while Kudletz and Bernstein contributed key hits in a tense nine-inning affair.

Mondas Omahi Portsmouth McAndrews Wcws Phillips Young Council Hluffs Harry Turkhart MacKeageo Phil Hips Hurkhart Spelman Kudletz Bob Swanson Jordan Kidlets Burkhart Exfe Payne Newtan St Short Kidletz Monaghan Cumi Krausehkc Beinstein Herald McReasee Phillips Wen Spellman Jardine Willower Motiener Plattsmouth Swanson Maher Herold Wes Ss

Burkhart Dominates as Phillips Stars in Tilt

In a concise summary of the game action, Burkhart faces off against Phillips with a series of plate moves. Jardine and Empires feature early on, while McAndrews is noted for a key defensive or on-base moment.

Burkhart Phillips Jardine Empires McAndrews Bavs

Recovering From Illness At Home

From Monday William J H McMaken has been ill with kidney trouble and confined to his home. Friends report his condition is improving and he hopes to continue recovery in the coming days.

J. H. McMaken Wis Huster Bern

Heavy fines handed out to liquor sellers in county court

Prem Mondas's Tei 7 Saturday hearing saw two liquor law violation charges before Judge in the toguty Court. The first offender, Mike Gil son, faced a fine of 50 and a six day term in the stounds. Charles Sree poshed to wart Boion and trains. James Dux bury received ninety days as a guest of Sheri Stewart in the county jail.

Prem Mondas Iiquor Toguty Court Stewart and Couey WG. Kieck i Mike Gilson Amd Charles Sree Jance Duxbury Sheri Stewart

Child Lost From School Reunited With Family

A six year old girl wandering after noon recess strayed from Main Street toward Sixth Street on her way home from school. Residents found her crying and alerted authorities who, with Mr Svoboda, guided her back toward North Winth Street where she recognized her residence and was safely returned to her worried family.

Aed Comnir Hitle Marett Fry North 6Th Street North Winth Street Main Street Sixth Street Svoboda

Ed Gradeville Sustains Painful Hand Injury In Local Game

Local baseball player Edward Gradeville of the Groe county rescue team suffered a severe right hand injury after a foul tip struck between the thumb and first finger while catching against Talmage. He continued playing and helped his team win, keeping them tied for the league lead with Palmyra.

Tussiss Edward Gradeville Srrheuxe Groe County Talmese Palmyra

Heath claims E B Perry Sunday morning

In a Patuxent City obituary a long notice honors E B Perry who died on Sunday morning after a life of local service. He lived in Patuxent for forty four years and leaves a widow, children, and several siblings. The family asks for sincere sympathy from the community.

Heath E. B. Perry Mondas Pan le Oid Perec Ubsids Ale Perre Biske Perry Wes Torn Pleenebers Toulon Fusrtemanti Joseph A. Perbee Herherc Slisa

Lizzie Gets Into Trouble After Passenger Falls From Bridge

A driver named Lizzie Williams, described as a black man formerly called Lifecie, lost control on a Platte River bridge near Plattsmouth. The car swung into a railing, one occupant partly fell out, was saved, and Williams was fined 20 dollars plus costs by Judge Dashbury after being brought to court with Constable Brittain.

Tryarr Platte Plattsemouth John Parlercorn Commts Lizzie Willima Dashbury Erin Atchison, Kansas

Doings in the District Court Partitions and Divorce

In Theslay's Dalir district court Liczia Kla hunds sues Meta Kia bundi et al for partition of real estate and heirship in the Kiahbunde estate. Fred BR Peoples sues Anps AE Peoples seeking a divorce alleging cruelty after a marriage on August 11 1896 in Missouri.

Theslay’s Dalir Liczia Klahunds Meta Kiabundi Et al Kiahbunde Fred BR. Peoples Anps AE Rmarrries Missouri

Death of J J Boom Acknowledgment in Local Notice

We express heartfelt thanks for kindness shown after the death of husband and father J J Boom. Special thanks to Rev W R Robb choir members pallbearers and to those who sent flowers. Signed Mrs J J Boom and family Dick Boom and family Herman Boom.

J. J. Boom W. R. Robb MM. W. A Dick Boom Herman Boom

Coyote Shot by Jonn Kell Near Cedar Creek

In Mondas é Daily report Kell shoots a coyote near Cedar Creek after spotting a fleeing thief. He retrieves a two third grown oporaw and signals the incident as tied to a Kiere Thief Secret. Deities watch the crows as the event unfolds with details noted in the seer Wada briefing.

Mondas Jonn Kell Cedar Créek Matther eTdoh

Ferry Proprietor Injured In Close Call With Train

Claud Righardson, a ferry proprietor on the Ati River, escaped serious injury when his car stalled on a crossing near Pacific Junction as a train approached. A collision was avoided after bystanders and a Towle vehicle pushed the car aside, saving him from death. Mrs Richstisen and Mr Towles aided the injured man and he was taken to Glenwood for treatment.

Mondas Claud Righardsern Ati River Appiachkhig Riclinssteen Stricks Abelubecks Claud Hialae Culert Airs Richstisen Towles Towle Iman Glenwood Livingston Thin Omby Callal Rome Mr. Fachordson

Deserted Horse Murder Sparks City Outcry

In a macabre incident the city mourns after a blind desert horse is found maimed and killed. Investigators report the horse suffered cruel injuries before dying, with locals noting neglect and lack of care contributing to the tragedy. The owner faces questions as authorities pursue charges and public concern grows over animal welfare.

Prom. Morndes Folten Bandim Mikery Dim Haimdatr Oandes Iba

Labor Bureau Reports Staffing Shortages and Slow Hiring

A government labor bureau report highlights a shortage of skilled workers and long waiting lists for job applications. Data show limited applicants per vacancy, with many positions unfilled as officials struggle to process requests and place applicants in suitable roles.

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