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Newspaper
Norfolk Weekly News Journal
Location
Norfolk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1908
Page
7
Reports say East Norfolk faced a heavy localized shower lasting about a quarter hour while West Norfolk enjoyed bright sun. Hospital area saw no rain though observations vary and no official rainfall record exists. A possible homicide mention appears in a fragment, with uncertain identity details.
Jack Koenigstein of the library board informs Andrew Carnegie that conditions for a library are met and seeks further information. Carnegie and Norfolk officials discuss a suitable site and annual $1,000 support, with a $1,000 library building to follow. The city nears securing a site on South Eighth Street with frontage on Norfolk Avenue.
The Ladies' Aid society of the MEF church holds a business meeting in the church parlor Thursday afternoon at 3 30. Members are asked to come prepared to work.
More than 3000 Indians attended the Niobrara deanery convocation at Sand Hill Church fourteen miles from Merriman Nebraska. Delegates from Santee Yankton Crow Creek Pine Ridge Rosebud Standing Rock and Sisseton reservations gathered for sessions led by Bishop W. H. Hare with Rev Ashley. The gathering runs through August 24 and will discuss missionary work and plans for progress across the Indian church. Reports from the past year show material progress and renewed interest among communicants.
J M Woods of Herrick plans a monthly school paper for Rosebud readers. The veteran education worker announces The School Visitor will publish from Herrick and serve students and community with news and guidance.
Early day report from Gordon notes workmen uncovered part of a human skeleton two feet below the surface near a hotel. The skull and small bones were found during a pool dig and authorities consider it linked to a possible murder case.
A man described as a trot twin Indian and known as Valentine Repattican is in the county hospital after evading arrest on a theft charge. He shows signs of being fit for trial at the fall term of district court.
H Owen of Norfolk is in Laramie to lead the James Lake Irrigation project for the Tallmadge Buntin Land Co. The plan aims to reclaim land with 60 miles of canals and laterals. He has 25 teams underway and expects 160 more, hoping to start by May with many jobs.
In Lindsay Nebraska a frightened old horse belonging to Joe Engelke dropped dead after a passing automobile startled it. Paul van Ackem, driving from Madison, paused to allow the carriage team to pass. one horse immediately collapsed. Local horses are said to be used to autos, but this death is noted as not surprising given the animal’s age.
At a preliminary hearing in Bonesteen Miss Bessie Sink was bound over to the district court under a 3000 bond, which was promptly posted, and she was released. Neighbors in Lynch insist her innocence despite serious charges.
Charles Betts longtime settler and former soldier died of paralysis at his daughter Mrs Joseph Marshall's home in Valentine Nebraska His funeral was held at the Methodist church with G A R assistance and he was buried in Mount Hope cemetery.
Word received by Committee member M D Tiler from County Chairman C A Smith announces Governor George L. Sheldon will speak at the Norfolk Auditorium on September 8, likely opening the campaign in the city. Local Republicans interviewed by Mr. Tyler favored accepting the date.
Announcement of the forthcoming marriage of Frank Fresehauf of Lindsay and Miss Gertrude Canfield of Humphrey is made from Lindsay. Miss Canfield has taught in the local primary department for the past two years and had planned to teach the same grade next year before resigning.
Miss Bertha Richardson left Monday for a week visiting relatives in Ohio. Several locals, including Herman Kurpgeneit and Wiley Carrico, were seen in Madison and Big Creek. Postmaster Willis remains ill, while August Mantey recovers from jaw injury after hospital treatment in Fremont. Mrs. Endres visited with her children, and Mr. Honegstler returned from Creighton on business. Frank Srb’s brother suffered a stroke. a daughter of Wenzel Srb died during the visit. Frank Ruzick opened a new batter and ewe business. A. G. Moyer visits from Broken Bow. Ott family baptized west of Herman street. a daughter born to the Borehers. Fred Hohenstein and son visited Norfolk. local brickwork and carpentry progress at Merz and Steffen structures. M. J. Rooney’s house nears plastering. Lutheran reading service planned. Rev. J. Hoffman to attend a ministers’ conference in Hooper. Lutheran circle and Battle Creek Valley String Band enjoyed a successful event with local musicians. A large crowd from Hadar, Norfolk, Meadow Grove and Green Garden attended. Several business visitors include Geo. Zimmerman, W. S. Fuerst, Tom Sessler, Edward Fuerst and Richard Osborn. Paul Schmidt of Stanton visited Norfolk. Mall Carrier John Risk returned from Hot Springs and resumed duties. L. C. DeWitt and son visited. DeWitt leads Norfolk Junction water works project. Doering and others joined fishing trip to Hackberry Lake where about 200 pounds of black bass were caught. Catholic services remembered the Virgin Mary Assumption day. Henry Otjen and wife and baby mentioned among attendees.
Miss Call Avery and Seale Bend visited friends in Norfolk on Sunday. Miss Hile of Atkinson is staying with relatives. I. M. Smith arrived Monday from Thayer for a visit with his daughter Mrs. Frank Ulrich.
Spencer Nel reports the Spencer O'Neill fair opens Wednesday and runs four days with Thursday as a key day when Governor Savage and Secretary Junkin will speak at the fair grounds. A large crowd is expected to hear the state chief executive and many horses are entered for races. The O'Neill and Spencer ball games Friday and Saturday are highlighted as a feature.
O Neill edged Ainsworth 2 to 1 after an eleven inning duel yesterday. Primley drove in the deciding run with a two base hit and Bradley scored on a subsequent hit. Both hurlers fanned nine as O Neill had seven hits to Ainsworth five.
Real estate transfers compiled by Madt eson County Abstract and Guarantee Company list deeds and trusts in Norfolk and surrounding areas. Transactions include Durland to Menning Johnson for 2400 dollars, Duhachek’s referees feed for 5000, Donner lot 2 within Dorsey Place addition, and several lots in Norfolk additions with prices from 100 to 6000 dollars.
An ad touts Foley's Kidney Remedy as a boon to elderly people with kidney or bladder disorders. It claims the medicine stimulates urinary organs corrects irregularities and tones up the whole system urging immediate use from Klesau Drug 70.
Wayne Herald reports young Howard Weber and several youths cutting cucklebars at June Conger’s place when a fellow worker severed his left little finger. He pocketed the finger and walked to town for aid but the physician could only trim the protruding bone.
The First Congregational church annual outing moves from Tuesday to Wednesday. Bible school members meet at 1 p m at the church to prepare hay racks for the drive. Adults and friends gather at Col 8 5 Cotton's lawn at 6 p m for the event.
Article discusses appendicitis risk from chronic constipation and promotes Foley's Orino Laxative as a mild remedy that stimulates liver and bowels. Mentions Kiseau Drug Co as seller and urges refusing substitutes.
Norfolk youths map college futures across the nation. Many return to the University of Nebraska and Doane College while others head to Ames Iowa State and California campuses. The piece lists dozens of students and their intended schools, outlining a wave of enrollments as September opens.
Doce Bixby of the Lincoln Journal weighs in on the Howard Lattin confrontation stirring the Third district. The piece frames the local battle as a two Democrat statesmen clash, with one speaker using his own newspaper to voice beliefs.
Neligh races and Norfolk events shift one day due to rain. The Norfolk O Neill baseball game date remains unchanged. The seventh annual midsummer jubilee features horse races, outdoor and indoor attractions, and travel arrangements for visitors.
Notice states Caroline Beyvendorf has left the home since February 1908 and remains separated. The husband Carl Beyendorf disclaims debts incurred by her in any name.
Thomas Cavanaugh seven year old son of Mr and Mrs William Cavanaugh of Crookston died in Valentine Nebraska of diphtheria after a week long illness. Funeral services were conducted by Father Blaere of the Catholic church.
Norfolk hosts the fifth Nebraska State Association of Commerce convention aims to empower cities to send questions to the next assembly. Secretary Al Puethler reports delays in transcript publication and the executive committee may meet earlier to plan a late January event.
Spencer Nebraska candidate G W Whitehorn announces a Republican platform and address urging voters in Knox and Boyd counties to back his bid for state representative. He cites reforms on taxation school funding and local option liquor questions amid a colorful, opinionated campaign message challenging incumbents.
Advertisment claims Foley's Honey and Tar gives immediate asthma relief and cures stubborn cases. It touts benefits for coughs throat and lung trouble and states no harmful drugs. Kletou Drug Co presents the product.
Fairfax South Carolina Aug 22 The News reports the Gregory county teachers Institute ended after ten days of sessions. Attendance reached seventy five teachers with many visitors and school officers. About sixty teachers sat for examinations the largest county class to date. Dr Warren urged consolidation for fewer but better schools.
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