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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1923

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Fifty Years of Wedded Life in Cass County

The golden wedding of Edwin and Della Kirkpatrick at Nehawka near Plattsmouth drew many relatives and old friends despite heavy rain. The couple, married September 17 1873, shared attire and decor from earlier days, with family descendants in attendance including son Guy in Texas. Roy Kirkpatrick died in 1919, others reside in Dallas, and Rev. Lemon officiated the original ceremony.

Edwin A. Kirkpatrick Nehawka Kirkpatrick Cass County T. M. B. Lemon Plattsmouth Yesteryear Guy Kirkpatrick Dallas Texas Paul Earl Kirkpatrick Roy

Treasure Bag Sale Big Grab Planned Saturday

All eyes are on the Treasure Bag Sale where organizers expect a major grab Saturday between 3 and 4 PM. Shoppers anticipate special items and door prizes as crowds gather for the event.

Making Good On Farm From Tuesday’s Darty

Henry Steinhauer of Veteran Wyoming visits from Darty with melon and potato samples from Harvey Heneger’s irrigated homestead. Heneger’s oat yield reached 60 bushels per acre and potato crop could amount to about a carload and a half, valued at 21.30 per cwt. Steinhauer plans to return soon to help with potato digging.

Darty Henry Steinhauer Veteran Wyoming Harvey Heneger Steinhauer

Cass County Young People Wed in Iowa

Raymond Berger of Nehawka and Vera Eaton of Union wed in Glenwood to bypass a ten day license wait. The ceremony at the Methodist parsonage followed by a return to Cass County celebrations. The couple will reside in Plattsmouth.

Cass County Glenwood Raymond Berger Near Nehawka Vera Eaton Union Cleo Margaret Berger Nelson Berger Berger Plattsmouth Burlington al Eaton

Death of Anton Nitka After Long Illness

Anton Stephen Nitka died after a long illness at his sister’s home in Plattsmouth. He was born in Germany in 1869, came to America as a child, and lived in Plattsmouth since 1875. Survived by his sister Mrs. Schulhof and three cousins, his funeral will be held Tuesday at St. John’s Catholic Church with burial in the Catholic cemetery.

Anton Stephen Nitka John A. Schulhof Nitka Pacific Junction Andrew Nitka Germany America Parkersburg West Virginia Plattsmouth Anton Schulhof George Luschinsky Will Luschinsky Colorado City Colorado Martha Roesner Lincoln St. John’s Catholic Church

Wanted by Experienced Farmer Seeks Farm Property

An experienced farmer with one child seeks a place on a farm for the year. Apply at the Journal office. 813-4itsw.

Journal

Constitution Week Observed Across Nation

The week beginning yesterday is designated Constitution Week by the citizenship committee of the American Bar Association to study the Constitution. Local programs are led by County Chairman D O Dwyer with cooperation from schools, veterans groups, and civic clubs to reestablish the ideals of the United States government and inform Americans about their constitutional rights.

United States American Bar Association D. O. Dwyer Citizenship Committee Bar Association Committee Indiana Fall County American Legion Veterans of Foreign Wars Daughters of the American Revolution Parent-Teachers Associations Sons of the American Revolution Women's Federated Clubs Council of Jewish Women Masonic Service Association of the United States Boy Scouts Knights of Columbus

Car Skids Into Ditch No Injuries Reported in Missouri Valley Crash

Sam Gouchenour of Missouri Valley Iowa drives a Ford touring car east on Clara Street toward Smith avenue when a culvert corner sends the vehicle into the ditch. The top is crushed but no serious injuries occur to Gouchenour his wife or three children who were en route to visit relatives. The car is extricated and driven back to town for top repairs delaying the visit for hours.

Sam Gouchenour Missouri Valley Iowa Smith Avenue Clara Street Gouchenour

Harness sale note at Cass County 517-3sw listing

See Tool's $50.00 Concord harness offered in Cass County. The message notes a harness listing with limited details and a reference to Cass County 517-3sw.

Concord Cass County

State Metho dist Episcopal conference to meet in Lincoln

From Tuesday's Daily the state conference of the Methodist Episcopal church will be held in Lincoln next week attracting ministers from across the state. Rev Fr E Pfoutz of this city may fill one pulpit on Conference Sunday, while Rev A V Hunter formerly of this city now in Gothenburg will visit and preach at Pittsmouth M E church drawing keen interest from former parishioners.

The Methodist Episcopal Church Lincoln E. Pfoutz A. V. Hunter Gothenburg Pittsmouth M. E

Rally Service At The Christian Church In Spite Of Weather

Open meeting of a week of rally services held at the Christian church attracted a large crowd despite bad weather. Delegations from Weeping Water Louisville and Murray attended. The program included music by a quartet and duets, a solo by Frank C, and Rev W E Goings of Louisville spoke briefly. Rev S R Bradley of Weeping Water gave the main address on Evangelism. Weather postponed remaining services for one week.

Weeping Water Louisville Murray Thee B. A. McElwain F. A. Cloidt Hal Garnett Minnie Pickard Tarry Mr. Cloidt Garnett Garnett, and “Gates of Gold” By Mrs. Vincent and George Nelson. Mr. Frank C W. E. Goings S. R. Bradley Christian Church of

Delegates Head to Hastings for State Legion Conventions

Delegates from the Plattsmouth post of the American Legion and the Legion Auxiliary depart for Hastings for the state convention. The meeting is expected to feature debate on a proposed state veterans' compensation and the post rivalry between Douglas County and South Omaha. Nebraska City and Plattsmouth aim to influence or gain representation. W R Holly and W G Kieck lead Plattsmouth delegation with F B Goberman and delegates Rose Mae Duxbury and George Privett accompanying Auxiliary members.

Douglas County South Omeaha Nebraska City Plattsmouth San Francisco W. R. Holly 355Th Infantry Hastings W. G. Kieck F. BR. Goberman Rose Mae Duxbury George Privett Legion Auxiliary Unit

Becker Bros Trucking Ad Promotes Grain and Livestock

A Union Nebraska ad invites readers needing trucking grain or livestock service to contact Becker Bros at phone 1214. The note appears in a local classified context offering specialization and local availability.

Becker Bros Union Neb Lmo

Plattsmouth Chamber to Add Monthly Community Dinners

The Plattsmouth Chamber of Commerce plans a monthly dinner at 6:36 each month as part of a new fall and winter feature. The “Happy Hundred” will bring together 100 men from business, farming and general citizenship to discuss ways to promote city progress and civic cooperation with notable speakers at early gatherings.

Plattsmouth Chamber of Commerce

Entertains for Niece Before Washington Trip

Mrs. A. L. Tidd hosted a dinner at her Oak Street home for her niece Miss Ursula Herold who will attend the National Cathedral School in Washington D C. The five course meal featured rose decorations as Miss Herold and friends shared a pleasant evening of visiting and good cheer.

A. L. Tidd Oak Street Ursula Herold Washington National Cathedral School Washington, D. C

State Agents Close In On Avoca Still Suspects

State Deputy sheriffs headed by F A Hlomes visited Avoca last week and fined four locals about 800 dollars in Justice William Weber’s court. Mike Postello admitted selling liquor to an agent and importing three batches of corn juice. He and three others were each fined 100 dollars plus costs, and Postello was jailed until payment. Officials also learned of a still to be seized and destroyed.

Avoca Court of Justice William Weber F. A. Hlomes C. D. Quinton Mike Postello Mike Weber William Hermans Fred Aherns Marion Pitman Postello

Hogs for Sale in Plattsmouth from C L Mayabb

Big Poland China boars for sale all immuned. C L Mayabb contact via phone 3713 Plattsmouth. 518 2 weeks delivery and journal ads promise results.

Poland China C. L. Mayabb Plattsmouth D&Éw

Supper at Lewiston Church by Ladies Aid Society

The Ladies Aid Society of Lewiston invites the public to a church supper on Friday evening September 21 starting at 5 45. Menu includes fried chicken beef loaf mashed potatoes beans slaw pickles bread jellies pie and coffee for five cents.

The Ladies Aid Society of Lewiston

Treasure Bag Sale Promises Full Value Saturday

Grabbing event advertised as a bag sale this Saturday afternoon from 3 to 4 o'clock. Shoppers are urged to visit for bargains and a wide variety of packages claimed to offer substantial value for money.

Anthracite miners ratify two year wage agreement

In Scranton Pa on September 17 more than 500 delegates ratified a two year settlement accepted by miners and operators in Harrisburg. The pact includes a 10 percent wage rise eight hour day union recognition and collective bargaining Principles. Work resumes Wednesday with signing planned at Governor Pinchots Milford home.

Scranton Pennsylvania Harrisburg James A. Gorman Althose Pinchot

Mrs Maxine Draper Marshall to Join The Follies in NYC

Mrs Maxine Draper Marshall will depart Friday for New York City to join The Follies, a leading musical attraction, and tour with the show after leaving New York. Mrs Claus Speck will host a Thursday afternoon farewell tea for her daughter.

Maxine Draper Marshall New York City New York Claus Speck Marshall

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