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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1925

Page

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Well Known Young People Wed In St John Church

Miss Helen Egenberger and Mr. James Howard Carter of Omaha wed at 7 am in St John Catholic Church. Monsignor Shine officiated. Attendants were Louis Egenberger and Mrs. Egenberger. After a breakfast, the couple left for a short honeymoon and will reside in Omaha. Miss Egenberger, former Plattsmouth High student, worked for Nebraska Gas & Electric. Mr. Carter now with Nebraska Power Co in Omaha.

Helen Egenberger James Howard Carter Omaha St. John Roman Catholic Church Damian Flynn Michael A. Shine St. John’s Louis W. Egenberger Georgette Crepe Ward Torrs Carter John Bauer, Sr F. G. Egenberger Robert Will Marie Fitzgerald Neodsha Missouri St. Louis Kansas City Lenavenworth Heights L. B. Egenberger Plattsmouth Hist School Nebraska Gal & Electric Co Nebraskan Gas & Electric Co Nebraska Power Co Henry A. Egenberger Wiliam J. Hutz Hfe

New Barber in City at Rosencrans Shop

The Rosencrans barber shop on North Sun street has a new barber Elmer Casement of Lincoln. He replaces Charles Turnbaugh who left the city for the west part of the state. Casement is an experienced up to date barber and a pleasing gentleman.

Rosencrans North Sun Street Elmer Casement Lincoln Charles Turnbaugh Casement

Return of Miss Rose Donat From Hospital

Miss Rose Donat returned home to the care of her parents Mr and Mrs Ed Donat after several days at Clarkson hospital in Omaha following an operation for an ear gathering. Her relief is complete and the long standing trouble has vanished.

Rose Donat Clarkson Hospital Omaha Ed Donat

Interesting Exhibits At Library Highlight Armadillo Baskets

The Cass County library features an Armadillo basket exhibit, noting armadillos are common in Central America and rare locally. The animal defends itself by slapping with its tail when threatened, and natives value it for ornamental baskets. Also shown is a nearly foot long corn ear from the Grant Hackenberge farm seven miles south, illustrating corn’s prominence in the county.

Central America Cass County Grant Hackenberge Farm

Former Weeping Water Residents Hold a Reunion

Former Weeping Water residents gathered at 2102 Sherman Avenue Omaha hosted by Mrs. Mae Morgan and daughter Miss Clara Mae for Mrs. Imogene Clinton Newton of Kansas City. Attendees included Mrs. Wescott Mrs. Shannon Mrs. Waterhouse and Dr. Elster with a 6 o'clock dinner and recollections of Weeping Water school days.

Weeping Water W. &. Elster Elster

Degree of Honor Gives 25 Toward Auditorium Fund

The American Legion auditorium drive received a 25 donation from the Degree of Honor ledge. The pledge helps push toward the 10,000 goal as funds and support grow. Contributions can be left with Leslie Niel or at Bates Book Store for credit in the published list.

Leslie Niel Bates Book Store

Gym class starts year with first meeting at high school

The opening session of the gym class for athletic business and professional men met at the high school auditorium. William Geoffrey Kieck directed lively sports while several attendees were absent. A few minor end-of-evening injuries included Dr Heineman Rev Pfoutz and Frank Cloidt.

William Geoffrey Kieck Heineman Pfoutz Frank Cloidt

Airdome to become city sales pavilion under Valery

Frank E Valery acquires the South Fifth street airdome and converts it into a sales pavilion. The site will host livestock autos and machinery sales with storage sheds and easy access for buyers, focusing on new and used autos and parts and other saleable items.

Airdome South Fifth Street Frank E. Valiery United States Yallery Valery Frank

Florida booms draw local workers southward

Residents of Plattsmouth head to Florida seeking jobs and homes as the Florida boom continues. Families including Froost Propst Cowles depart by auto to relatives in Lake Worth while Pittman travels to Chicago then Miami to pursue carpentry work. Hadraba and Cechal also relocate to Florida for trades, and Stoner party reports arrival at Crab Creek before continuing to Miami.

Florida William Froost William Cowles Propst Southland R. L. Propst Dwight Propst Lake Worth C. L. Pittman Burlington Chicago Miami Plattsmouth Crab Creek

Thomas Walling Stricken By Sudden Neuralgia

For two days Thomas Walling the well known abstractor has been confined to his home by a sudden neuralgia attack. His condition is serious but he has long enjoyed good health and friends across the county wish him a speedy recovery and return to his usual duties.

Thomas Walling Walling

Fine levied in county court over threat and debt dispute

Henry Kuhmann's complaint against Robert Connors for threatening bodily harm and attempting an assault was settled in county court. Connors was fined $10 plus costs by Judge Duxbury after a dispute over alleged money owed and forcible collection efforts.

Henry Kuhmann Robert Connors

Baby James Saylors Jr wins perfect baby prize at Wahoo fair

Mr and Mrs Joseph Schiess of this city announce their grandson James Saylors Jr won the grand championship prize for the most perfect baby at Saunders county fair in Wahoo this week. This is the second year the child has earned the honor and the grandparents and relatives are proud.

Joseph Schiess James Saylors, Jr James Saylors Ashland Saunders County Wahoo

Journal Want Ad Prospectus for Buyers and Sellers

Classified notice invites readers to use the Journal Want Ad column to buy or sell goods services or property. It frames the section as the place to reach a broad audience and encourages prompt submission of ads.

Journal

Clyde Ptak Improves After Long Illness

Friends of the Emmons Ptak family report Clyde Ptak has shown significant improvement after months of kidney trouble. He has been bedfast since near the end of May and now shows recovery and relief with renewed strength.

Emmons Pitak Clyde Ptak Ptak

Real Estate Growth Reflects Plattsmouth Home Appeal

Real estate activity in Plattsmouth shows slowing, steady movement as residents and newcomers buy homes. The town emphasizes schools churches and full services, with railroad access and scenic surroundings enhancing its appeal as an ideal home town.

Plattsmouth

Plattsmouth Delegation at Cass County Fair Day

From Friday's Daily trace Plattsmouth Send off to Weeping Water for Cass County Fair day. The Plattsmouth business group travels with the American Legion drum and bugle corps to boost the visit and demonstrate neighborly ties and county fair spirit.

Plattsmouth Cass County American Legion Weeping Water

Plattsmouth Winners in KMA Candy Drawing

A Shenandoah Station KMA drawing awarded fifteen boxes of candy from a Council Bluffs company for prizes on Monday’s program. Among 95 contestants, four Plattsmouth residents won prizes: Henry Sanders, Mike Lutz, Mrs. Lillian Freeman, and Elmer Webb.

KMA Shenandoah Council Bluffs Candy Company Plattsmouth Henry Sanders Mike Lutz Lillian Freeman Elmer Webb

Langhurst Poultry Co Ships 2500 Pounds of Poultry

Andy Snyder, manager of Langhurst Poultry Co, shipped about 2500 pounds of poultry from this city. The load, brought Wednesday, represents three quarters of the county’s poultry production hauled to Langhurst offices at Elmwood for the big poultry bargain specials and then sent to markets.

Andy Snyder Langhurst Poultry Co Langhurst Elmwood

Central Building P T A Holds First Meeting of Year

The Central High P T A convened in the school auditorium for the first meeting of the year. Officers and committees were appointed for a busy season with talks on PTA value by Sears S. Davis and a plan to continue meetings at 7 20 pm. Delegates to the Omaha convention were elected and a social hour followed.

Daiis Central Parent-Teacher Association Anton Bajeck Frank Clpidt Mrz Ed Roman Sears S. Davis Amelia Martens G. E de Wolfe Clapp Omaha

Abbott recounts Bryan swing around Nebraska circle in 1808

In 1808 N C Abbott then superintendent of the Nebraska City school for the blind drew near with Mr Bryan during the famous Nebraska swing around the state. Abbott described Bryan’s appetite vigor and rhetoric during a Norfolk stop where a large crowd gathered and the train paused for a delayed meal. He recalled Bryan’s lengthy speech and the humorous remark about eating times.

N. C. Abbott School For the Blind Nebraska City Bryan Nebraska Circle Burt County Eld Abbott Mr. Abbott Norfolk W. J Lincoln Journal

New Daughter Arrives in Omaha for Jolley Family

Announcement from Friday says a fine baby girl was born at the home of Mr and Mrs Howard Jolley 3822 South 22nd Street Omaha on Wednesday of this week Mrs Jolley formerly Miss Gladys Curtis of this city and the couple are former residents of Omaha

Finmy Howard Jolley 22Rd Street Omaha Jolley Gladys Curtis

Accidents Hit Burlington Shop Workers Friday

Frank Koubek suffered a severe facial gash after being struck by a wheel hoist handle and was knocked out briefly. Louis Woster sustained a deep cut to his left hand while tearing up flooring in an ear repair job, requiring stitches.

Frank Koubek Burlington Machine Shop Louis Woster Lin

Farewell to Longtime Methodist Society Members

The old society of the Methodist church held a pleasant farewell gathering at Hotel Perkins for two departing members Mrs. Laura Peterson and Mrs. T. W. Glenn. Peterson plans to move to Central City Nebraska and Glenn to Hamburg Iowa.

Old Society of the Methodist Church Perkins M. E. Brantner Allen J. Beeson Laura Peterson Central City Nebraska T. W. Glenn Hamburg Iowa E. H. Wescott Mr. Wescott

Plattsmouth Football Team Heads to Council Bluffs

The Plattsmouth high school football team leaves Friday afternoon for Council Bluffs to face Thomas Jefferson high school this afternoon. The squad has practiced nightly this week hoping to challenge the Iowa team on the gridiron.

Plattsmouth Council Bluffs Thomas Jefferson High School Iowa

Auxiliary Card Party Delights Legion Auxiliary Event

The American Legion Auxiliary hosted a two session card party at the Main Hotel dining room. Prizes were awarded in afternoon bridge high five and evening bridge events to Mrs. Frank M. Hester Mrs. Sidney Bell Martha Petersen L. W. Lorenz Mathilde Sonenichsen Mia Geringe Ray McMahen W. J. Jorgensen William D. Mr Crary Frank M. Beslon F. Vallery John Lutz Katherine Lutz Mrs. Robert Troop Hill Martin and others.

American Legion Auxiliary Bridge Frank M. Hester Sidney Bell Martha Petersen L. W. Lorenz Mathilde Sonenichsen Mia Geringe Ray McMahen

Good Samaritan Class Elects Officers at Church Parlor

The Good Samaritan class of the Christian church met last evening with strong attendance to elect officers. Clyde Graves was chosen president Mildren Alwin as vice president Louise Rummel as secretary treasurer. After the meeting, refreshments were served and attendees included Mildred and Mary Alwin Fern Pace Vivian Chamberlain Ruby Nelson Elsie Allen Ruth Peoples Hildred Baughman Opal Hardison Ona Graves Evelyn Robb Hazel Devine Louise Rummel Frances Robb Marion Bridgewater Earl Winscott Richard Elliott Connie Allen La Vera Glaze Donald Tompkins Ronald Thomas and the teacher Mrs E M Woodburn.

Good Samaritan Christian Church Clyde Graves Mildren Alwin Louise Rummel Mildred Mary Alwin Fern Pace Vivian Chamberlain Ruby Nelson Elsie Allen Ruth Peoples Hildred Baughman Opal Hardison Ona Graves Evelyn Robb Hazel Devise Frances Robb Marion Bridgewater Earl Winscott Richard Elliott Connie Allen la Vera Glaze Donald Tompkins Ronald Thomas Theifr E. M. Woodburn

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Jas E H. Carter St. John’s Church Frank E. Vallery Baby Mesdanes Hallie Dovey Mattie Barkus Berthan Roman Harvey Gamer W. A. Robertson W. G. Kieck Harry Leosis Misses Goll Marie Svoboda Amelia Mertens Charles Peterson G. E. Hrubacher Davis Frahim Hire Goh Huneke Wm. Lehfield Alice Waters Tritsch Patterson Carlson Wargee Messrs. and Mesdames Ror W. Knorr Frank A. Cloidt Claude Smith Séears S. Davis L. O. Minor G. E. Brubacher John V. Hart Wm Mason John Meisinger Anna Rys Frahm Miss Waters Mesdames Fitch Terryberry Schutz Minor Pickett Mason J. M. Patterson Methodist Ladies Aid Society Hotel Perkins Plattsmouth Territory Nasional Bank Kebraska
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