Various Society Entertainments and Milestones Noted
Grandma Hausenjager celebrated her 82nd birthday and 40th wedding anniversary with family in east town. Friends honored Mr. and Mrs. Oswald while neighbors hosted a surprise for Mr. and Mrs. Higgins with music games and refreshments. Blythe Schaffer’s twelfth birthday party drew many local youths. A few visiting ladies dined with Mrs. Morrow, and several clubs held meetings and picnics at the park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everett Higgins
Geo. Prichard
Delos Spickler
Mae Wiseman
Barada
Geo. Sturms
Andy Prater
Ellis Houtz
O. A. Guinn
St. Anthony
Idaho
Della Kinsley
Wm. Hubner
Frank Peck
William Bowman
Francis
Mrs. Higgins
Frank Schaffer
Blythe
Margaret
Merl Naylor
Marie Lichty
Heineman
Court House Notes Highlight Local Judicial Proceedings
Ernest Schmechel was declared sane by the insanity board and committed to the asylum at once as arrangements are made. Christina Prosser filed for divorce from Wm. H. Prosser on non support. Teachers completed examinations overseen by County Superintendent Oliver. Florence Wylie begins duties in Recorder Edwards' office. Scavenger tax list keeps Treasurer Lord and staff busy. Judge Gagnon urged to advertise marriage licenses. Janitor Higgins maintains the lawn as the band stand remains vacant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Schmechel
Board of Insanity and
Christina Prosser
Wm. H. Prosser
Oliver
Florence Wylie
Edwards
Lord
Gagnon
The Grim Reaper: Leona Stewart Dies at Home
Leona Stewart wife of Jas R Stewart died at her home four and one half miles northwest of the city on Thursday July 16 1908 at about 38 years old. She had been ill only a few days and passed away shortly after medical help was summoned. Funeral held Friday at the family residence with Rev Mastin of the M E church officiating. Interment in Steele cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leona Stewart
Jas. R. Stewart
Stewart
Mastin
M. E. Church
Steele Cemetery
Falls City Dog Tax Leniency Sparks Debate
Falls City townsfolk tolerate dog owners with lax enforcement as yearly taxes are paid by a minority, while others protest. The author urges strict ordinance enforcement or repeal of objectionable passage to curb dogs, noting Falls City would still boast many canines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falls City
Injured in a Fall Delivers Minor Chin Cut for Joe Reavis
Joe Reavis, son of D D Reavis, was injured Monday at Mrs. T J Gist’s home when a chair toppled as he stood on it reaching for an object. The fall lacerated his chin, protruding bone, and required three stitches. He is recovering well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe
D. D. Reavis
Bogus Check Floats at Ramsey Furniture Scheme
A man calling himself James Brooks bought furniture at Jas. Ramsey's, rented a house, and paid with a $175 B and M railroad check for a $160 bill, receiving $15 change. The bank disavowed the signature, and the goods were recovered to the store. The man, about sixty, posed as a railroad worker and vanished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Brooks
Jas. Ramsey
John McCarthy
B. & M. Railroad
Ramsey
Ottumwa, In
Brooks
Red Cloud
Iman
Falls City Forms Automobile Company and Garage
Citizens organize the Falls City Automobile company and plan an immediate garage opening. Pete Frederick Jr and Charley Harkendorf each bought a new car this week, with more on the way. Falls City shows rising interest in automobiles and aims to lead in this field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falls City
Miss Comstock Resigns High School Math Post
Miss Comstock, mathematics teacher at the high school, resigns to take a similar position in McCook. She is highly regarded by students and capable. The move allows her to be near old friends in McCook. The vacancy remains unfilled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Comstock
McCook
Badly Sprained Arm Slows Roy Bohrer at Home
Roy Bohrer fell from a rope swing at Chas Hargrave's home last week injuring his right arm. The pain is severe and he is quite handicapped in play, but he is expected to be all right again soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas
Hargrave
Roy Bohrer
Roy
Clean-Up Day Prompted by Weed Trouble on Stone Street
A letter complains that city upkeep stops at curb weeds while lawns and trees are neglected. It urges enforcement of ordinances to clear weeds around the library News office and schools, and to trim branches so pedestrians can walk. The writer calls for action to improve the town’s appearance for visitors and residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stone Street
Neitzel and Cain Couple Wed in St Thomas Rectory
Robert NR Neitzel and S Cain married Monday evening at 8 o clock in St Thomas rectory with Rev Neide officiating. Both are long time city residents with ties to county offices. The wedding drew surprise for its private ceremony and the couple receives best wishes from the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert NR. Neitzel
Meeker S. Cain
St. Thomas
Neide
August Neitzel
Fred Cain
County Clerks Office
Court Reverses 29 Million Fine Against Standard Oil
The United States court of appeals overturns Judge Landis's rebating fine deeming it excessive and an abuse of discretion. It criticizes both the trial court's legal errors and Landis's conduct in setting a penalty twenty nine times the company’s capital stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil
Landis
United States Court of Appeals
Dolliver Called A Strong VP Prospect At Chau Tauqua
Senator Dolliver could have won the vice presidential nomination and was urged on the ticket for Roosevelt era platform alignment. He opens the Chau tauqua with a non political address expected to draw a vast audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolliver
Picnic Postponed to July 24 at Presbyterian Church
The Presbyterian church and Sunday school picnic is postponed to Friday July 24. Meet at the church at 9 a.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Everest Team Edges Local Club In Tight Contest
We dropped one but a 2 to 1 loss is acceptable as Everest proved the stronger side. Our pitcher Prior struck out six and walked one while Lacy fanned nine for the visitors. A sore hand hampered one of our best players, leaving room for new talent. Excitement ran high, but we must delay full details of the Hiawatha game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everest
Prior
Lacy
Hiawatha
Good Meeting of Nebraska State Horticultural Society Held
The Nebraska State Horticultural Society held a two day session in the courthouse. Notable speakers included Charles L. Sanders and G. S. Christy, with topics on fruit growing and opportunities for horticulture in southeast Nebraska. Isaac Pollard, father of Congressman Pollard, entertained the audience with fifty two years of Nebraska experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska State Horticultural Society
Court House
R. Cooper Bailey
Abbey
Supt
Oliver
Chas. L. Sanders
Omaha
State Horticultural Society
Christy of
Johnson
Nebraska
C. $. Harrison
York
F. Werner
Ralph Jenne
Clarence Smith
W. G. Swan
University Place
C. H. Green
Fremont
Green
Isaac Pollard
Congressman Pollard
W. H. Bruning
Cedar Bluffs
Hardy
Bobrer Brothers Win Wilsonville School Contract
The Bobrer Brothers secured a contract to build a brick school house in Wilsonville Nebraska and departed Wednesday to begin work on the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobrer Bros
Wilsonville
Neb
Local Names Tie to Route 3 Faith Renewal
A fragmentary item lists individuals Richard N Williamson Dora Cox Paul White Nora White James Turner Edith Mobley John H Haval Eva Bacon Robert Neitzel Meeker Cain and Fred Haefele renewing faith on Route 3. The text reads like a community notice with scattered names and a single statement of renewed faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard N. Williamson
Barada
Dora M. Cox
Paul A. White
Kansas City
Nora L. White
Blue Springs
James R. Turner
Salem
Edith Mobley
John H. Haval
Gera
Kansas
Eva M. Bacon
Dubois
Robert A. Neitzel
Falls City
Meeker
Cain
Palle Chi Creeeers
Also Mentioned on This Page
Society Notes
H. L. Morrow
St. Louis
Mrs. Morrow
W. S. Korner and
Salt Lake City
Utah
M. E. Kensington
R. R. Roberts
Epworth League
al. Spear
Jim Pickett
Kensington Club
Kensington
Lloyd Giannini
Court House News
Temple of Justice
Lona Stewart
James Ramsey
Jas. Brooks
NEW Enterprise
Fred Haefele
Route 3
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