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PLATTSMOUTH SEMI - WEEKLY JOURNAL PAGE FOIHt MONDAY, JUNE 22, 1942 - ! ! WJ --' Elmwood By Journal Field Representative Jerry Stevens was over to Lincoln last Tuesday where he was securing soome needed part for the work in the repair department of his garage. William Groat, former resident of Elmwood, but who has been making his home at Weeping Water, was visiting with friends in Elmwood for the day last Tuesday. Mr. Groat has many friend here and comes occasionally to visit them. Mrs. Ed Backemeier, who has been quite ill for some time, is reported getting some better, which is good news to her many friends. Mint Weed, with his truck is get ting in coal for those who must have the fuel, and will keep hauling so that the bins may be filled during the summer, so as to lessen somewhat the demand on trasportation facilities during the coming winter. Mrs. N. D. Bothwell, who with her daughter, Jean Adair, went to the west coast where she Joined Mr. Bothwell at Seattle, writes that they have succeeded in getting a house in which to live and that they are greatly enjoying the new location. Alton Miller, living southwest of Elmwood, has added to his reading material for the coming year the Plattsmouth Journal in order that he may have a perspective view of all the county as it covers the entire county news. Rev. J. A. Adams, the new pastor of the Evangelical church, who comes from North Loup, in his initial dis course at the church greatly pleased the members of the congregation, who expect that his work here will be very satisfactory. , Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Greene, who have been visiting their children in Illinois and New York and the south, enjoying a very fine time returned to Elmwood recently. They report they are glad to be home even though they enjoyed the visit very much. Home From Visit in East Mrs. Emily Gonzales, cashier of the American Exchange bank of Elm wood, who has been in the east for the past 10 days, arrived home early last week. She reports a very pleas ant visit while she was away and a pleasant visit with her son?ADon aid, who goes to the south for train ing at Maxwell Field soon. Donald is already a very good pilot, having flown from New York to Lincoln a number of times. Honor C. D. Ganz The Cass county bankers associa tion at a recent meeting held in Elm wood, honored C. D. Ganz who has accepted a commission in the army. There were eight members of the bankers association and also mem bers of the bar association at the gathering. The banquet was served by the ladies of the Christian church Betty Lytle Crushed Under Truck Betty Lytle, daughter Of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Lytle, while visiting at Salina, Kansas, was riding a bicycle near a passing truck and was drawn under the vehicle. The wheels of the big conveyance crushed out the life of the nine year old child. Decorating Cafe The Stewart Cfefe is being decor ated inside and made as neat as a pin. Clarence Ohm was the man with the brush who did the work and the interior is a pleasing sight to behold. Not Feeling So Well David Eberline, jr., with many other young men sought to make a little more money and applied for employment at the munition plant at Mead. The work was so intense and requiring strict application, that while he is only 16 years of age, his nerves shattered and produced a col lapse which caused St. Vitas dance. However, after resting for a time he is feeling much better. Suffers from Flood Waters Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Egenberger, in the Bauer residence property just west of the garage on Vine street, suffered quite a damage from water getting into the cellar of the house. They also had a large part f the salvage rubber supply that had been collected at the Standard Oil Co., service station, washed down onto their property along with a fine array of lumber and tree branches. RECORD QUICKSILVER OUTPUT SAN FRANCISCO. (UP) War demands have pushed quicksilver mining In California to a new high level. The output of the strategic mineral in the past year was 25,597 flasks, valued at $4,505,916. Alvo Hews Special Journal Correspondence Bain Floods Com Fields Over northwest of town where the country is rather flat the heavy rain of last Thursday morning flood ed a considerable amount of the corn fields, the water standing in the furrows. Most of the water soak ed in although some ran off, but there was some complaint of damage to the crops. Take Fishing Trip A fishing party composed o Elmer Rosenow, Carl D. Ganz, Art Dinger and A. B. Stonier made merry over on the Platte' river last Wednesday morning, spending the night there in quest of the finny inhabitants of the placid Platte. They returned well laden with fish just in time to keep from being soaked by the heavy rain Thursday morning. Departs for the East Carl D. Ganz, who received a com mission as attorney advocate, depart ed last Saturday for Maryland where he goes to locate at an ordnance proving grounds of the government, where their heavy artillery is proved before being used in the fighting or shipped to the front. Entertains Sunday Mr. and Mrs. John Banning were host and hostess at their home in Alvo last Sunday when they had as their guests for the occasion Hon. W. B. Banning and wife, brother of Mr. Banning, of Union, and Hallas Banning and family of Lincoln. Hal las is a nephew of Mr. and Mrs. John Banning. Turkeys Doing Fine Joe Vickers, who has 12,000 tur keys on feed at his country home, reports they are doing fine and grow ing nicely. He reports that the mor tality among the flock is very small and the birds are coming on in' great shape. He has the flock insured which is a good way to take care of the risk involved in raising such a large flock. New Farm Loan Head Harold C. Elliott, of Omaha, has been appointed' as manager of the Alvo group of the National Farm Loan association. The position has been filled by C. D. Ganz heretofore. Mr. Elliott will make his home in Alvo. Mrs. Carrie Henricksen Carrie (Nelson) Henricksen was born In Denmark in 1863 and when 14 'years of age came to' America with her parents. She died last .week at the age of 79 years and 23 days. The Nelsons located south of Greenwood where Carrie lived with her family until she" united in mar riage with Mr. Henricksen, when they located north of Eagle. To this couple were born eight children, two sons ana a aaugnter aying in in fancy, the other five surviving the mother. Since the death of Mr. Henrichsen Mrs. Henrichsen has resided with the children who have farmed" the home place. - The surviving children are Sher man, Peter, Allen and Laura of Eagle, and Mrs. Walter Snygeilen of Tecumseh. The interment was at the cemetery north of Alvo on Thurs day afternoon. A large group of peo ple were present to pay their last tribute of respect to this estimable woman. A post office inspector was in Al vo on last Thursday and examined the accounts of the Alvo post office, finding them in excellent order and the office conducted in a very busi ness-like manner. Messrs. D. Widick and Lemeul Patoch of Elmwood were in Alvo last Thursday afternoon looking after some business matters for a short time. Jonn B. Skinner and wife, of Lincoln, former residents of Alvo A. 1 . , iuey naving resided ana been in business here for many years, were in Alvo last . Wednesday afternoon, calling on their many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Robebrt Johnson of Clarinda, Iowa, were in Alvo on last Thursday, attending the funeral of the late Mrs. Carrie Henricksen, who was buried at the cemetery north of Alvo. Hugh Johnson and wife of Shen andoah, Iowa, were in Alvo attend ing the funeral of the late Mrs. Carrie Henricksen on Thursday of last week. - The heavy rain of last Tuesday morning caused John Banning to have to make some extensive re pairs on the roof of the lumber yard as he . desires , to keep - his lumber stocks in perfect condition. Subscribe to The Journal By Journal Field Representative Improve Church Building The church building of the Unit ed Presbyterian congregation, which is one of the two church edifies in Murray, during the passing years has become in need of a coat of paint or more. The contract of paint ing the building and restoring it appearance as well as preserving the building, has been awarded to Earl Merritt, who is now about his work. Farm Labor Scarce , , The war, through calling of men to the colors and demand for de fense plant workers, has caused an acute shortage in hands obtainable for farm work. As a result the farm ers, their wives and children are putting in longer hours and doing unaccustomed labor. At the home of Chester Sporer, this has been clearly demonstrated by Mrs. Sporer and the children helping in making hay, as one man could not make much head way in haying. Give Children's Day Program The ladies of the Christian church and the teachers of the Bible school appointed a committee to look after the proper celebration of Children's day by the Bible school. Mesdames Russell Overhalser and R. A. Ncell and Lorraine Lutz had the matter in charge and a highly appreciated program was presented to a large audience. A neat sum was realized for missionary purposes. Many Attend Picture Show The season's first free picture show was given on Thursday of last week and was attended by a large number of people, both of Murray and the surrounding commiuiity. ' Conduct Series of Meetings Two ministers of the "Church of God," coming from Nebraska City, were in Murray for. the past week and conducted revival meetings at the store , room of . Miss Bertha Nickles, continuing-, their services through Sunday evening. They re turned to their homes at Nebraska City early Monday morning. ; Find This the Better Way W. O. . Troop,' whose health has been so he could not, do the farm ing in the line of two-rowing and cultivating, has secured two trac tora and drivers that does away with the getting of someone to plow with horses, which Mr. Troop would find inconvenient to do. f Visit at Omaha Hospital Mr. and Mrs. George E. Nickles were guests in Omaha last Sunday, where they were at the home of Mr.- and Mis. Chester. Shrader for the day and dinner. They also visit ed " Mrs. J. D. Kelsey, an aunt of Mrs. Nickles from Shenandoah, who has been very ill for some time and especially suffering from an afflic tion of one of her eyes upon which an operation was performed. Mrs Kelsey had a cataract removed from her t ye and the operation was re ported as being successful. New Dauehter Arrives At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Kaffenbergcr, who reside in the Murray hotel building, the stork left a very fine baby girl recently. The little lady has been named Palmela Roe, and she and her mother are both doing nicely. Departs for Home Saturday , Mrs. Anna Pitman, mother of J W. Pitman, former superintendent of the Nebraska I. O. O. F. home a York, they formerly making their home near Nehawka, has been visit ing for the past two weeks at Elm wood, Nehawka and Murray, and while here was the guest of Mrs. J D. Pitman and Mr. and Mrs. Ora A. Davis. Mrs. Anna Pitman has reached the advanced age of 94 years and is enjoying very good health. Enjoys His Occupation J. D. Lewis, who is a fancier of bees and bee culture, has hived 22 swarms of bees this spring and sum mer and even if the season is getting rather late for a swarm to get settled and accumulate enough honey to get throuh the winter, Mr. Lewis could not refrain from hiving the latest swarm to take off. This colony set tied on a high tree and though Mr Lewis past three score of years he scaled the tree, sawed off the limb carrying the bees, lowered it to the ground and properly hived the in sects which are now doing nicely. J. W. Philpot'was over" to Omaha last Monday, taking, a large truck load of fattened cattle which he disposed of at the Omaha livestock yards. He was very well pleased at the price which he was given for his shipment. Earl Troop, who has been spending the past year at the Canal Zone, arrived at his, home at Mineral Springs, Texas' where the family has been staying." He said that the Cass county contingent was all doing nicely: but that .Tommy Troop was also figuring on returning to the states but was solicited by .those in charge to remain for a longer time. Mrs. William Gorder of Platts mouth and her daughter, Mary Catherine, and Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Troop were guests at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Troop. Mrs. L. G. Todd was over to Omaha last week where she' went to attend the funeral of' M.! L. McCleave, whose death followed but a short time after that of his wife, the former Jessie Todd. They were both buried at Omaha. Mr. and Mrs. W.'O. Troop passed their 4 4th wedding anniversary on June 7. They quietly observed the occasion at their home southwest of Murray. The sons were all away and it was deemed best to await a later anniversary in order to celebrate. Mr. and . Mrs. George Seacatt of Los Angeles have been here for the past week and are guests at the home of Mrs. George Wessell. Victor Wehrbein of near Irving- ton, was a visitor in Murray last week, coming to make the purchase of a cultivator from the Murray Im plement company. Mrs. L. M. MeVey has been very seriously ill at her home between Murray and Nehawka. Every atten tion is being ; given in both care and medical aid. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Gregg were visiting at the McVey home Sunday evening. Messrs. Harvey Gregg-and Tom Tilson are constructing a machine shed at the home of Ernest Mintner, over towards Rock Bluffs. , John Frans, who years ago was an employe of the Burlington shops at Plattsmouth in the planning mills, has accepted a position at the shops and began work there a few days ago. He is staying at the home here in Murray and driving to and from his work. Mr. and Mrs., Lloyd Lewis of east of Murray were enjoying a .visit last Sunday from a brother of Mrs. Lewis, Ralph Godwin, and family, all enjoying, the visit very much. The guests returned , to their home in Omaha in the-evening. . The Ladies society of the Murray Presbyterian church held guest day at their last meeting when each member was to bring a visitor. The ladies of the Murray Christian church ladies aid were also guests. This was a fine gesture of the women's auxiliaries of the local churches and shows a desirable community spirit. Charles Sporer took a load of cattle to the South Omaha market on Monday of this week. Charles aims to have a -truck load or more of fattened cattle for the market every few weeks. The price was very satisfactory for this load. William Sporer was a dinner guest at the home of his son, Charles, on last' Sunday. Martin Sporer and family, taking their dinner last Sunday, drove to Nebraska City where they first at tended Bible ' school and following ( that went to one of the parks where they enjoyed a picnic dinner. After completion of the repast they rested in the park and then attended a pic ture show, returning home in the evening. ,,, Frank Vallery of Plattsmouth, was a visitor in Murray a few days ago, looking after business and walking around endeavoring to secure by this exercise and the sunshine, more rapid recovery from his recent ill ness, lie has b'een iil for a long time but is slowly recovering. Mrs. Nellie Spangler of near My nard. her son, Richard Spangler, and Richard's wife and her father, Chas. L. Jean, were guests at the home of Mr. and . Mrs. C. D. Spangler on last Sunday, visiting for the day. ENROLL FOR DEFENSE ' Volunteer enrollment for civilian defense is being held all this week at the city library from 9 to 11 and 1 to 6 and 7 to 9. Every woman and man is urged to enroll. ALL OUT FOR VICTORY The government is asking you to store your winter supply of Coal NOW to save trans portation for war material later on. So , see us now for your next Winter Coal. E. J. RICHEY Lumber Coal - Phone 128 Guerrilla War Opens LONDON, June 20 (UP) The Jugoslav refugee government said to day that guerrilla fighting against the Italians had broken out in Mon tenegro and that the Italians had suffered heavy casualties in a battle. The Italians claim that 150 guer rillas were killed, the statement said. Police sources said guerrila ac tivity also was increasing in the cen tral and eastern portions of Poland. BASEBALL NOTICE All American Legion baseballtrs are requested to meet at the Recrea tion Center Sunday at 11:30 to travel to Fremont for the second game of the district playoffs. Be sure that your suits are in good shape in order to make a respect able appearance. FOR VICTORY: BUY BONDS B ui me You'll find GOOD FOOD and a Hearty Welcome at WIMPY'S INN Meals, Lunches and Short Orders 211 CHICAGO AVESIE BAUER HEATING & PLUMBING CO. Sheet Metal and Cornice Work a Specialty Reliable for 40 Years PHONE 98 . . OPEN DAY AND NIGHT C0N0C0 SERVICE STATION Alan McClanahan, Lessee Indoor Washing and Greasing: Tire Repairing; HAULING PHONE Big Jobs OCA Any Time Small jobs OOU Any Place McMaken Transfer Daily Omaha-Plattsmouth Service WM. KIEF Sidewalks, Cement Slocks, Brick Work, Cisterns and Sewerage Grading of All Kinds Telephone 651-W AL. HUEBNER'S 66 SERVICE STATION The Finest In GAS, OIL & GREASE Give Us a Trial 8th & Chicago Phone 402 LUMBER Building Materials of All Kinds . LOWEST CASH PRICES CASH LUMBER & COAL CO. Al Funk, Mgr. Phone 40 We Make Our Own ICE CREAM SWEENIE'S South. 6th St PHONE 407 Woster Shoe Store Your Family Shoe Store SHOE REPAIRING GEO. CONIS Shoes Shines - Hats Cleaned Tobacco, Clgara, Cigarette BOTTLE BEER 441 Main Street - Telephone 194 Egenberger Agency XOTAKV PUBLIC Real Estate and Insurance 'Phone 28 Bekin Bldg. BABY CHICKS We Handly Purina Feeds See us for your Poultry Needs OTIS HATCHERY First Door East of Court House Harvey Cook, Mgr. Phone 192 Boy Scout Notice Scout Troop 366 will complete their training Monday and Tuesday in their 14 mile hike, cooking and camping. Chester Keil of the staff of Plattsmouth Recreation will con duct the troop to the scout cabin beginning early Monday morning and returning sometime Tuesday. Here from Exeter J. E. Jones, former Plattsmouth resident, is here to enjoy a short visit with the old friends and with his father, J. R. Jones and his son, Glen Jones, who is here now em ployed at the Martin bomber plant. Mr. Jones while here was en gaged at the local Burlington shops and later in business. Just arrived. Atlas of the World at War. All battle fronts, 25c each. Bates Book Store. M Prof ezionql DltY GOODS. HEADV TO WEAR, MEN'S Fl'HMSIUXGS H. M. Soennichsen Co. GROCERIES AXD MEATS Black & White Groc'y JOHN ALWIN Carpenter - Contractor Xo Job Too I.ariic and Aone Too Sniall 917 2nd Avenue - Telephone 511-J Donat's Tavern TAP AXD BOTTLE BEER Delicious Fish Sandwiches People for miles around can tell you about these fine Fish Sandwiches they get in Plattsmouth at Donat's Quality and Price YOl'LL TRADE AT Donat's Liquor Store Wines and Liquors Popular Brands! Prompt Deliver'! FLOWERS For All Occasions JASPER FLORIST PHONES Greenhouse 34 . . Shop 50 L. W. Egenterger Dry Goods, Groceries, and Meats Flour and Feed TELEPHONE 232 PLATTSMOUTH Frank Gobelman Paint, Glass and Wallpaper STORE New Location: 3X1 Main St. Opposite the Court House Harris Cleaners and Laundry Complete Cieaninjt. Pressing "d Laundry Service 318 Main Street Telephone 75 PLATTSMOITH Kroehler Hardware COMPLETE STOCK OP Shelf and Heavy Hardware SHEET METAL WORK PLVMUIXG 530 Main Street - Telephone 213 Joe E. Knoflicek "Your Life Insurance Man" Telephone 653-J TIM'S PLACE Meet Your Friends Here! TABLES FOR LADIES Lunches - Sandwiches - Beer 825 Main Street WIRING Electrical Appliances No job to big - - no job to small BOB CAPPELL - - PHONE 112 We will appreciate phone calls of news items from our readers. Your order for Job Printing will receive prompt attention here. OR SALE 20 acres adjoining Platts mouth, Nebr., 6-room house; cement basement; furnace; city water. Barn; small chicken house. Ideal for feed lot or chickens. Price $2500.00, some terms to responsible party. Possession in thirty days. Co operation of Realtors solicited. The Nebraska Bond and Mortgage Corporation 424 Omaha NatL Bank Bldg. Omaha, Nebraska Atlantic 2686 In Si ckness and in Health! F. G. Fricke & Co. Druggists and Pharmacists The Rexall Store - Telephone 186 So. 6th Street, Plattsmouth MARY MAY BEAUTY SH0PPE look your best by having the Best of Work Done at Our Shop by Expert Hands. Phone 11 HAULING No Job too Small or Too Large Give Us a Trial JOHN BOETEL Phone 109-J Grosshans Dairy PASTURIZED & RAW MILK Coffee & Whipping Cream ICE CKEAM - POP Block so. Court House - Phone 55 Bryant Motor Co. Across from Post Office - Phone 35 When Wour Car Needs Tuning Up Stop and see Us - All Work Given Special Attention SEE E. L. Rutherford For Your FIRE & AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE Old Reliable Companies Bekin Bldg. Phone 25 Air Conditioned Nu-Way Lunch E. J. RICHEY Lumber and Coal FREE ESTIMATES Home Plans and Building Aids 12ft So. 4th St. Telephone 128 PLASTER - CEMENT and BRICK WORK CALL FRED RICE Phone 659W STATIONERY - - - GIFTS MAGAZINES BATES BOOK STORE 4th & Main - - - Phone 265 JOB PRINTING SALES BOOKS LEGAL BLANKS CALL AT JOURNAL OFFICE RUBBER STAMPS AT JOURNAL OFFICE