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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1925

Page

5

Local notes and visits feature Union Nebraska crowd

Community diary from Union Nebraska recalling visits by John McCartney and others, attendance at the Falls City rodeo, state fair in Lincoln, and a Omaha picnic. Residents like A H Austin, Vera Upton, J H Frans, L G Todd, and D E B Porter are noted along with travel to Lincoln, Omaha, and Washington Springs. A wedding in the east and a future visit by U S Austin are mentioned.

John McCartney Wyoming Neb Sarah Upton Fulton Virginia Harris Nebraska City Roy Yonker Falls City A. H. Austin Frank Borges Plattsmouth L. G. Todd Cr. F. Harris Applegate Junior Harding Bethany George L. Farley Union W. L. Taylor Omaha A. L. Becker Vera Upton Lincoln State University C. D. Austin Jay Austin J. H. Frans Son Forest Herman Fehrlander Virginia Copenhaver W. J. Luxford Frank Luxford Council Bluffs Harvey Miller J. D. Cross Sale Hans Christensen String Town Robert Willis King Clark Lower Main Street Patrick Roddy L. C. LaRue Washington Springs South Dakota W. F. Jones B. L. Neil Boliver R. M. Taylor E. L. Berry Shubert E. E. Leach Ray Brambler James Lewis Woodmen WOWS Charles Ward Avoca Ralph Holmes Elmer J. Burkett Nebraska C. L. Graves T. J. McClurg Woodard Okla Eugene Austin D. EB. Porter J. C. Niday U. 8 Austin

Applegate land sale draws regional visitors to courthouse

Frank P. Sheldon from Nehawka attends the Applegate land sale at the county courthouse. County Commissioner C. F. Harris of Union discusses sole matters. Several local residents travel or visit Omaha and Lincoln for business or family reasons, including Marion Dickson and John Fitzpatrick. Robert Polk visits Wescott home before departing for Harvard.

Frank P. Sheldon Nehawka Court House C. F. Harris Union W. P. Sitzman Omaha Frank B. Shopp J. D. Ironmonger Glenwood R. W. Knorr Marion Dickson Louise Dickson Applegate W. B. Banning Bank of Union Applerate

Dr John A Griffin Office Hours Schedule

The office operates 9 to 12 and 1 to 5 daily. Sundays and evening visits are by appointment only.

John A. Griffin

Masonic Concert Guests Visit Weeping Water Pair

Mr and Mrs V Wallick of Weeping Water were guests at the home of Mr and Mrs Ellis LaRue. They visited in the morning and enjoyed dinner before going to Plattsmouth where Mr Wallick played in the band at the Masonic Home concert.

V. Wallick Weeping Water Ellis LaRue Plattemouth Mr. Wallick

Union Schools Open With Large Attendance

Union schools opened last Monday with strong turnout from students teachers parents and patrons. The event showcased broad interest in the new term and the district's improving programs.

Journal Want Ad: Sell or Buy Classifieds

Advertise goods services or personnel needs in the Journal Want Ad column. Simple brief notices reach local readers with contact details payment expectations and item descriptions. Include price location and method of reply for best response.

Journal

Funeral Attendance and Local Railway News in Guide Rock

Mrs John J Boom and family returned to Guide Rock after attending the funeral of John Boom. Earl Henshel the Burlington baggage man is at Greenwood due to his grandfather David J Henshells illness. Louis Sediak oversees station work in his absence. Fred Horn of Stamford visited while en route to town and renewed his subscription through 1926.

John J. Boom Guide Rock Nebraska John Boom Earl Henshel Burlington Station Greenwood David J. Henshell Louis Sediak Fred Horn Stamford Henry P. A. Horn Towa Journal

Local residents attend Clarence estate hearing at county court

Wednesday visitors include W. L. Taylor and wife of Omaha former Union residents who attended the Clarence estate hearing. Charles and Philip Hennings of near Louisville were at the courthouse for matters of interest. A. P. Moran and B. B. Everett and wife of Nebraska City also attended the estate hearing. Charlies Bornemeier of Elmwood sought a passport for Frederick Wolf planning a Europe trip. Fred Neben from near Wabash and Herbert Wendt from near Murdock joined the scene. Neben renewed his Journal subscription and Wendt arranged supplies for his musical work.

W. L. Taylor Omaha Union Clarence Charles Philip Hennings Louisville Court House A. P. Moran B. B. Everett Nebraska City Charlies Bornemeier Elmwood Frederick Wolf Europe Fred Neben Wabash Herbert Wendi Murdock Mr. Neben Journal Wendt

Henry Field Seed Co Invites Schools on Guided Tours

The publicity department invites schools to visit the Shenandoah seed house for a day of systematized activities, a studio KFNF program, and a second floor film. Teachers should bring students and parents with lunches, arrive between ten and eleven, with a guide to explain the building. finish after three.

Henry Field Seed Co Shenandoah KFNF

Surprise Bridge Party for Mrs Gobelman Honored

Mrs Frank Gobelman, longtime organizer of friends surprises, became the guest of honor at a bridge party arranged by her club. Four tables played with Mrs John Wolff winning first prize and Mrs C A Roosescrans taking the consolation prize. Gifts and dainty refreshments sealed a pleasant evening of friendship and memories.

Frank Gobelman

Farewell for Glenns and Cowles Leaves Town for California

Members of the Grand Army of the Republic and the Woman's Relief Corps hosted a farewell at Thomas and Florence Glenn’s home in Iowa. They toasted Mr and Mrs Glenn who move to Hamburg Iowa and Mrs William Cowles who heads to California. Food from baskets accompanied an afternoon of memories and best wishes for future happiness.

Grand Army of the Republic Woman's Relief Corps Thomas Glenn Tenth and Granite Street

Tax-exempt bonds deemed unfair burden on industries

The piece argues that tax-exempt bonds shift the burden onto weaker sectors and that public opinion may push government to end this practice. It contends tax-exempt securities impose burdens on all industries and favor the strong over the weak.

Local News Roundup From Weeping Water and Nearby Towns

Weeping Water and surrounding areas report a busy week with residents such as Oscar Hoffman and A J Hoffman attending to matters in Plattsmouth, and Wallace Philpot continuing work on a corn binder. Local happenings include road work on the Red Ball highway, preparations for the county fair, and changes in personnel at town banks.

Weeping Water Band Performs at Plattsmouth Masonic Home

The Weeping Water band led by A. W. Hawkins with the Christian church male quartet Cyrus Livingston Harold Harmon Clyde Jenkins Harrison Livingst on gave an excellent concert at the Plattsmouth Masonic Home last Sunday. Miss Elva Boyle presented two special numbers. Troy Davis introduced Mr. E Ramour, noted as Nebraska's oldest Mason with 64 years of membership.

Weeping Water A. W. Hawkins Christian Church Cyrus Livingston Harold Harmon Clyde Jenkins Harrison Livingston Plattsmouth Elva Boyle Troy Davis E. Ramour Nebraska

Weeping Water Poised for Cass County Fair Success

The Fair Next Week in Weeping Water is in best condition to entertain all visitors. Streets are clean and shaded with beautiful homes and welcoming residents. Plattsmouth visitors plan to attend on Friday, boosting attendance for the Cass County Fair’s final day.

Cass County Plattsmouth

Lincoln guests enjoy Sunday picnic at Peterson home

Mrs. Della Osborne Roy Dyer and their families from Lincoln visited Mr. and Mrs. B. G. Peterson last Sunday and joined a woodland picnic at their residence.

Paul Stangenberg Della Osborne Roy Dyer Lincoln B. G. Peterson

Tax the Peddlers Hike In Weeping Water

The Weeping Water city council raised the peddler tax from $3.00 to $5.00 per day at last Monday’s meeting. The change increases daily charges for traveling traders and vendors operating within the town.

Ankerson Cafe to Be Conducted by Miss Esther Ankerson

Miss Esther Ankerson has taken charge of the Ankerson Cafe and will conduct it in the future. Her father remains named in the notice as part of the transition.

Esther Ankerson Ankerson Cafe

Weeping Water Couple Wed in Local Nuptials

Phillip Wallen, who survived a fatal wreck that claimed two Weeping Water residents, married Miss Summers last Tuesday. They will reside in Weeping Water, their lifelong home, amid many friends.

Phillip Wallen Weeping Water Miss Summers

Weeping Water Grads Attend State University

A number of Weeping Water High School graduates are at Lincoln to study at the state university this week. Among those going are Richard Spangler Richard Hobson Stanley Marshall and Adelbert Mald en.

State Uni Weeping Water High School Lincoln The State University Richard Spangler Richard Hobson Stanley Marshall Adelbert Malden

John Wade Birthday Noted By Weeping Water Community

Twenty seven years after a birthday on Wednesday September 16 the Kentucky born John Wade the furniture man marks his Weeping Water arrival at age twenty one. He celebrated by tending his store and greeting patrons with cheer.

John Wade Kentucky Mr. Wade

Schaefer Bros win prizes at Nebraska state fair hog show

Otto Schaefer of Schaefer Bros breeders exhibited Duroc Jersey hogs at the Nebraska state fair and earned second prize for boar pig fifth for senior boar pig seventh for senior sow pig and sixth for young herd bred by exhibitor. They sold a boar to R C Widdell who has bred hogs for 25 years.

Otto Schaefer Schaefer

Dr Russell Moves Practice to Oakland

Dr. G C A Russell ends his chiropractic practice in Weeping Water and relocates to Oakland. Dr Kenneth Wirt from York takes over the business here and is well recommended to continue services and gain local clients.

Russell Oakland GC. A. Russell Weeping Water Kenneth Wirt York Wirt

Weeping Water Band to Broadcast on WOAW Omaha

The Weeping Water band will air a program Saturday at nine from WOAW Omaha. The broadcast repeats material from Plattsmouth last Sunday at the Masonic home with extra numbers. Troy L. Davis will give an address praising Weeping Water’s homes business prospects during the county fair and local pride.

Weeping Water Band WOAW Omaha Plattsmouth Troy L. Davis Weeping Water Nebraska

Remarkable Rye Growth on Wyoming Ranch Recorded

Frank R. Gobelman reports a single rye seed on his Spring Creek ranch near Marshall Wyoming produced 179 shoots at 7500 feet altitude. The rye was grown on Gobelman’s portion of the Bridges tract and the plant may set a regional record for stalk shoot count. Mrs Bridges exhibited the rye at the Laramie county fair.

Frank Gobelman Marshall Wyoming Frank R. Gobelman C. G. Bridges Omaha Gobelman Bridges Nebraska

For Sale Six Room House On Gold Street

A six room house partially modern is offered for sale. Inquiries should be directed to the address 610 Gold street.

Gold Street

Bates Book Store Supplies Ahead of School Opening

Ready for the new school year Bates Book Store urges shoppers to purchase supplies now. The message highlights a quick start to the season with a focus on essential items for students as classrooms reopen.

Bates Book Store

Constitution Not in Need of Fixing

Former district judge Paul Jessen asserts during a Nebraska program that the U S Constitution has functioned as a safe rule for 138 years with only 19 amendments, urging caution before any future changes and noting its role in guiding national conduct and legal standards.

Paul Jessen Nebraska City Nebraska Bar Association Judge Jessen United States

School Art Supplies List for Classroom Use

A catalog of items including slates slate pencils colored pencils Crayolas and crayons water color paints Palmer paper history note paper composition books history covers and chalk white and colored for classroom activities.

Palmer and Practice

Also Mentioned on This Page

Union Department Lee Farris A. E. Lacke Farmers Co-operative Store M. Lynde Joseph Brandt Paul Applezate William Schumaker Dr. Heineman H. C. Leopold John M. Leyda Gund Building Byron Clark Oanada C. C. Neff Clark John Fitzpatrick Fitzpatrick Lois Hazel Mason Wescott Mr. Polk Boston Harvard College Franklin County Illinois Union, Nebr L. A. Upton Hardware and Furniture Jess Warga John P. Sattler Weeping Water Department Oscar Hoffman A. J. Hoffman Wallace M. Philpot Webster Russell H. J. Livingston F. A. Zessen Frank M. Massie Lowell Smith Don Philpot L. R. Snipes Peter Miller Milford Sheldon Chris Miller McAllen Texas Municipal Bank E. D. McFarland Dunbar Lucile Johnson Nebraska State Bank of Weeping Water Henry Mogensen Gorder Harris Carl Ankerson Wil Wyoming Farm Eversharp, Parker and Redipoint Bates Book and Stationery Store Plattsmouth, Nebr
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