Highway Notice To Be Established In Mills County
The commissioner appointed to view a 66 foot highway proposes a route starting at the southeast corner of section 16, township 72, range 41, running north to intersect the public east west highway north of section 9. The 56 foot wide road would affect lands owned by J M Johnson, Frances Benton, J M Norton and Mary S Andrews. Objections or damages claims must be filed in the auditor's office by noon February 25, 1904.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ava
J. M. Johnson
Frances Benton
M. Norton
Mary
Andrews
Thorthwest
3.M. Norton
Mary S. Andrews
T. Agan
Mills County
Lown
County lays out 66 foot highway through Mills County
A public notice to heirs and landowners names Mary S. Andrews Adolph Leu Frances M Benton Charles A Donner and heirs of Flora Wearin. It describes a 66 foot highway from section 16 township 72 range 41 north two miles to section 9 intersecting an east west highway and lists land parcels affected including portions of sections 9 10 15 16 and 9. The notice warns claims for damages must be filed by a date in 1904 or the highway location will proceed.
Electric Bitters and Evangelist W A Sunday in Jefferson
A plant ad touts Electric Bitters as a cure for nervousness sleeplessness and stomach upset claiming it tones the stomach kidneys and bowels and purifies the blood. It offers a 600 price guarantee through O B Royce Druggist. The piece also notes Evangelist W A Sunday creating a sensation in Jefferson at the moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royce
W. A. Sunday
Jefferson
Bucklen Arnica for Burns Sores and Wounds
A frazzled fragment touts Bucklen s Arnica for burns cuts and skin injuries. It claims rapid soothing relief and lists Royce s Drug as a place to buy the remedy, reflecting a dated ad style and misspelled street scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Arnica
Royce
The Christmas of Private Jackson
In Falconhurst a select club organizes a Christmas box for Private Ike Duckson Jackson of Company II in Manila. The town discovers Jackson is the sole Falconhurst volunteer, prompting mixed pride. The box fills with champagne, ginger ale, reading matter, and knickknacks, packed by townsfolk who hope to honor the soldier far from home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Isaac Dickson
Falconhurst
Brewster de Skaub
Philippines
M Family
Min
Ike Duckson
Jones Livery
Ike Duekson
Euleenhurst
Jackson
Conhurst
Mr. Jackson
Company II
America
Mar
Christmas Eve Lottery Parcel Receipts Stir Regiment
On Christmas Eve the first sergeant announced a thirty eight lottery and a christening box weighing about a ton awaited receipt by Private Jackson. Company KK kept a merry mood and orderly cheer, while Jackson’s haul and generous distribution fed a rumor that he was a millionaire in disguise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Orst
Jackson
Company KK
Mantin
Mystery of Mysteries Christmas Tank for Homelock Sherlen
A detective in a New York Journal tale sits with sherlen in a disorderly room after Christmas. The two discuss the upcoming mystery of a Christmas present and the promise of hard work, implying a new case rather than crimes like murder or robbery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homelock Sherlen
Sherles
Mulroon
Irory
Sherlef
New York Journal
Evolution of Christmas Customs Across Ages
The article traces Christmas origins from a movable feast to fixed December 25, noting canticle songs by the church, medieval memories of the heavenly host, and the Druids influence on evergreen decorations. It describes the Yule log tradition and Candlemus warmth devices, with families enjoying cookies, spiced drinks, and festive merriment between Christmas and the new year as commerce slows and children seek parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christus
Observances In England Christmas Candles and Block Fire
The article describes old English Yule customs such as saving a piece of the Yule log, ash usage for protection and health, and burning the Ashton fagot in Devonshire on Christmas Eve. It notes community rituals like watching the fagot’s hoops burst and shouting Yule after church services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Devonshire
Ashton
Sensennuble Advice Sparks Family Banter at Christmas
In a Chicago Tribune fragment, Kitty dismisses gift plans saying she wants one with real teeth, while her uncle offers caution about dolls. The light exchange captures a holiday moment of humor and domestic banter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kitty
Chicago Tribune
Christmas Poems by James Whitcomb Riley and Ben Jonson
Fragmentary OCR text blends two poets Christmas verses and reflections on divine messages. The lines reference godspeed cheer for all, the star’s birth, and the angelic chorus, implying a seasonal poetic juxtaposition. Readable facts focus on the authors and the Christmas theme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Whitcomb Riley
Christmas verses and quotes from poets and writers
A collage of festive lines and poetical snippets mentions England's merriment at Old Christmas, Marmion, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Rudyard Kipling, and Rosy images of Christmas day. The text blends lines about Christmas tales songs and greetings with varied authors and refrains.
Christmas Neckwear Siege and Civil War Christmas Tale
A humorous piece depicts Thomas Scruggs suffering a siege of neckties on Christmas, with ever worse presents and a punny ending about necktiephoid. It then includes a Washington Star reminiscence of a Civil War Christmas truce and a mock battle where two men suffer breaking arms before a ceasefire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampton
Hone
Washington Star
Christmas Inn Other Landa in Norway
In snowy Norway Christmas customs center on feeding birds. Straw and hay are placed in tree hollows and caves, and grain is spread on thatched roofs and steps. Birds swoop in to feast, helping them endure days of scarce food when the land is frozen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christmas Inn
Landa
Norway
The Yuletide Log Tradition in England
A historic English custom on Christmas Eve places a massive log, sometimes a great tree root, in the wide chimney. The family gathers around it for ceremony with music and rejoicing. the fire is lit using a brand saved from the previous year’s Yule log.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Old Country
Hot Time in Australia as Santa Brings Cool Hope
The article notes midsummer heat in Christman Australia and locals plan visits from Santa Claus to escape the heat. It describes how people seek relief by imagining the Northman saint making the old country folk happy for a day, reflecting seasonal holiday traditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christman
Australia
Santa Claus
EMERSON Social notes recount visits and events
Emerson notes list residents and guests visiting Red Oak Omaha Council Bluffs Manhattan and nearby towns. Entries cover billiion visits by Miss Parker Mrs Clemmer and others with relatives, school pupils Ada Johnson and Myron Shipman, church social at MEB parsonage, and local improvements. Several trips to Gretna Bonner Idaho Grant and Dyarsville are mentioned along with holiday programs and a baby’s birth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Longshore
Red Oak
M. L. Evans
John
Omaha
Alice Parker
J. B. Clemmer
Wm. Wilson
W. J. Boylan
Malvern
Graham
J. G. Clemmer
fTazel
W. W. Deflars
Strahan
Clarence Barns
Council Blatts
Harry Priest
J. A. Stonebraker
Henderson
Pearl Lang
Wana Jones
Ethel Boileau
Gayle Oaks
Gertrude Geopfarth
Ettie Maynes
E. EB. Culver
Jessie
Willie Sturgeon
Manhattan
Kansas
Edith Evans
Knoxville
Ill
Jobs
Frank Evans
Pamibault
Minno
Emerson
Baptist
Presbyterian
Methodists
Z. C. Markley
Allie Galbraith
J. D. Sweeney
Myron Shipman
Grinnell College
M. BR. Parker
Nebraska
Henry White
Gretna
Nebr
White
Council Blufis
Oyster Supper At Church Draws Large Crowd
An oyster supper at the church Thursday evening drew a large orderly crowd and cleared 17 dollars. Ed Burton received a Winchester repeating shotgun as a gift from his father. Several locals were noted visiting friends and relatives during the holiday period, with trips to Red Oak Emerson Wallisa Neb. and Omaha mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Burton
Emma McLaine
Gertrude Whipple
T. D. Thomas
Ovvitt
Shenandoah
Roy
Carrie Jenks
Simpson College
Frank Kochersperger
Harry Whipple
Red Oak
John Watt
Emerson
Anniversary Surprise and Illness Casts Shadow Over Warners
Mr Warner has been very ill for two weeks with erysipelas spreading from a scratch to his face. Mrs Warner is ill for a shorter period. They have a trained nurse and best care. A surprise 10th wedding anniversary celebration for Mr and Mrs W W Defart was held last Monday evening with guests Knute Holmes George Davis Chester Johnson Robert Eaton Josie Adams Lulu Adams Lulu Cross Carrie McTudon Erama Deblurt Jessie Culver Nellie Culver and others enjoying a lively evening of cards and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warner
Mrs. Warner
W. W. Defart
CoEarts
Iplinch
Messrs
Knute Holmes
Geo. Davis
Chester Johnson
Robert Eaton
Josie
Lulu Adams
Lulu Cross
Carrie McTudon
Erama Deblurt
Jessie
Nellie Culver
Little Early Risers Sold in Yoakum Texas Palace Car Tale
In Yoakum Texas a firm head Mr J M Haller and Mrs Waller on a trip east discuss a Blissful routine. A friend in a palace car is urged to take one Little Early Risers upon retiring to wake early and feel good. De Witts Little Early Risers are touted as best for headache and lethargy. Sold by C G Royer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Yoakum
J. M. Haller
Waller
de Witt
C. G. Royer
Local Moves and a Carriage Accident at Hillsdale
Robert Sharpe Hillsdale visited Glenwood while Sherman Hardy and wife returned to Plattsmouth. Mrs G C Seeger and children headed home to Harrison county. J H W Hopp ships corn at about three cars daily, with L C Genung delivering 4000 bushels this week. A serious accident occurred Tuesday morning when a runaway near George Schade’s house threw Mesdames Dan Anderson and T R Potts from their buggy. Mrs Potts fractured her arm in two places and was treated at Schade’s before returning home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Sharpe
Glenwood
Sherman Hardy
Plattsmouth
G. C. Seeger
Harrison County
J. HW. Hopp
L. C. Genung
Hopp
Dan Anderson
T. R. Potts
George Schade
Mrs. Anderson
Mrs. Potts
Mr. Schade
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Adolph Leu
Frances M. Benton
Charles A. Donner
Flora A. Wearin
M. C. Harover and Son
Maury
Adolph Len
Charles’ A. ‘Donner
B. T. Agan
Iowa
Private Jackson
Ben Jonson
Toneht
Light
Sir Walter Scott
Harriet Beecher
Stowe
Hal
Christ
Rudyard Kinsley
Ua— Ag
Scruggs
Necktiefhold
Homas Scruggs
Thomas Scruges
Dr. Corbin
Chariton
Misa Ada Johnson
Pacific City
Wm. Faton
Bonner’s Perry, Idaho
M. Maton
J. A. Batfield
Mays
Tabor
Champion Hill
Union Pacific
May David
Darlington
I. Bt. Edie
W. H. H. Moore
Frontiery
Wyoming
A. Moore
Leona Draheim
Dyarsville
Lizzie Wallace
F. J. Wallace
John Lawrence
Mr. and
Mysg
George Warner
Hell
John Peterson
Addie Gibson
Weak
Clara
Emmett Cardiff
Emma McLain
Alice Burton
Wallisa
Neb
R. A Richmana
Bertha Navert
Wm. Schick
Mark Weed
Des Moines
Cooper Farm
W. W. Abel
Wm. Cahill
Chicago
Orville
Ernest Cole
W. J. Town
Oklahoma
Homestead
The
Lone Star State
Hillsdale
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