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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1908

Page

4

Farmers Wives Speak On Peruna Benefits Across States

Indigestion nervousness and catarrh stories from Mrs Lenora Bodenhamer in Kernersville North Carolina and Mrs Magdalena Winkler in Westminster Maryland detail relief after using Peruna and Manalin. Other letters from Mrs Mary Allen La Motte Iowa Mrs Henry Martin and Mrs T Frech highlight recovery, improved weight, and daily use as a preventive.

Lenora Bodenhamer Box Kernersville North Carolina Peruna Drug Manufacturing Company

Weather man folly and revolver lease in Texas

The weather man's accuracy is doubted and Congress may adopt a card index system to track messages. In Texas it is illegal to sell revolvers, yet dealers lease them for fifty years, though no guarantee of a life lease is offered.

Congress Texas

Plattsmouth's stance on river navigation and Congress adjournment

The passage questions Plattsmouth's likely role in river navigation and whether the town will stay distant from the movement. It criticizes national grief over Congress adjournment, urging a calm, dignified reaction and noting the nation's inaction.

Congress Adjourning May 9 Without Action

Congress will adjourn on May 9 without new legislation. No measures can pass until the next Congress is elected in November.

Navigators in Plattsmouth Face Missouri River Duty

Omaha editorial argues the Missouri river should not forget its duty and notes river navigators mean business. question raised about navigators in Plattsmouth and their stance or actions.

Omaha Missouri World-Herald Platts

Political letters warn foes at Denver convention

A writer argues that enemies of Mr. Bryan should choose whom to oppose at the Denver convention, citing Gray of Delaware and Johnson of Minnesota and cautioning against mixed allegiances.

Bryan Denver Gray Delaware Johnson Minnesota

Foraker Casts Light on Dark Town Vote as Presidential Prospect

The piece suggests Foraker mobilizes the Dark town vote as if running for president. It notes a work titled The Great Political Divide may reflect the Ohio situation and, if Congress ponders the cost of maintaining a hound, it could not adjourn before July Fourth.

Congress

Havelock Eyes Big Fourth of July Festivities

Havelock promotes a large Fourth of July celebration while Plattsmouth remains unaware of the upcoming holiday. The piece urges local amusements at home and notes residents may travel to other towns to join festivities if needed.

Havelock Plattsmouth

Funeral for John N Baldwin in Omaha

The funeral of John N Baldwin former counsel of the Union Pacific railroad who died in Omaha last Saturday will be held in Omaha Tuesday at 2 30 PM at All Saints church. Burial will be at Walnut Hill cemetery in Council Bluffs. Railroad men of prominence will attend and many telegrams of condolence have been received.

Omaha All Saints Church Walnut Hill Cemetery Council Bluffs

Saloon Licenses Declared Non taxable by County Board

The state board of equalization ruled saloon licenses are taxable but county commissioners disagreed and referred the matter to the county attorney. His opinion, filed with the county assessor, states licenses are not assessable, so saloon licenses will not be taxed this year in the county.

State Board of Equalization Commissioners Nebraska City News

Blame Shifts From Speaker Cannon Over Gavel Legislation

The text argues Congress will not fault Speaker Cannon alone for gavel legislation and obstruction. It notes the majority also bears responsibility for the rules governing proceedings and suggests some will despise a submissive majority more than a dictatorial Speaker.

Cannon

Baking Powder Trust and Standard Oil Forecast Trade Tangle

The note hints at a continuing mixing of baking powder trust matters with Standard Oil, predicting a lingering disruption in leaven rounds. It suggests ongoing coordination or friction between the two entities affecting related markets.

When Bills Arrive Hats Spark Wife Jokes

A quirky quip notes that bills for the so called Merry Widow hats may lead husbands to joke about being merry widowers. The line reflects light social humor on fashion and spending.

Railroads face call to curb mounting worker deaths

President Roosevelt convenes a conference to address a surge of hazards killing 10 000 railroad workers, 6000 in fires, and 3500 in mines, highlighting urgent safety reforms.

Roosevelt

Ohio Democrats predict 50,000 vote edge for Taft nomination

Democrats in Ohio claim a 50 000 majority if Taft secures the Chicago nomination. Taft managers may learn that officeholders back the Booby while common Republican voters align with Senator Foraker who will seek to repay Taft for past remarks.

Ohio Taft Chicago Buckeye Senator Foraker

Republican traveler shifts to Bryan for national leadership

A New York commercial traveler who visits Plattsmouth twice yearly says reading Bryan's NY bankers address led him to back Bryan for the presidency. He notes many Republicans nationwide will support Bryan regardless of the GOP nominee and intends to vote for him for the next four years.

New York Plattsmouth Bryan

Bryan poised for renomination and victory at Denver

The article argues Bryan will be nominated and elected despite heavy Republican spending to block him at the Denver convention. It contrasts Buckeye friends of federal officeholders pressing for Bryan against GOP efforts at Chicago, predicting strong popular support at Denver.

Friends of the Mr. Bryan Denver Taft Chicago

Gould Family Finds Success In Divorce Market

In a surprising(n) phrase the Gould family has built a notable business in divorce market, reportedly turning increasing demand into steady earnings. The piece highlights their strategic approach and regional niche within the industry.

Gould

Illinois man shifts to Bryan camp for nomination

Rodger Sullivan of Illinois who two years ago was one of Mr. Bryans bitterest enemies is now laboring for the former presidents nomination and backing his campaign efforts.

Rodger Sullivan Illinois Mr. Bryan

Democrats Claim Reform Legislation Pressure on Republicans

The speaker asserts the Democratic National Convention can point with pride to how Democratic members compelled Republicans to enact reform measures already accomplished, framing it as a milestone of party action and policy shift.

Burling ton shops to close all departments except freight car

All departments of the Burling ton shops at this place will close for one week this Wednesday evening except the freight car department. Management cites policy changes and aims to reorganize operations during the shutdown period.

Burlington

Democrats fail to pass reform without GOP votes

The text argues Democrats cannot advance reform without Republican support while accusing Republicans of hypocrisy in claiming to back reform. It notes political maneuvering and partisan contrasts without detailing specific events or dates.

Congress

Tombstone Tariff Quip Prompts Policy Parody

Canadian tombstone tariff joke notes that prosperity was killed by too much protection. The quip envisions a memory tablet beside the tariff memorial, implying policy overreach harms economic growth.

Canada

Plattsmouth Sees Residential Upgrades Amid Slow New Building

The Plattsmouth scene shows few new structures rising while numerous homes undergo improvements. Additions repainting and general sprucing reflect a stable, value preserving trend in local property activity.

Plattsmouth

Taft predicts a giant struggle of labor and capital

Secretary Taft warns of a coming giant struggle between labor and capital if Republicans keep controlling legislation. He says with Democrats in power and fair dealing to both interests there should be no strife.

Taft

Victor Rose Water Joins Omaha Navigation Boomers

A brief item notes Victor Rose Water joining Omaha navigation volunteers. The article hints at river trips on the Missouri to keep his mind active after his father’s death, with occasional excursions to calm him when his hat grows too big.

Victor Rosewater Omaha Vicky Missouri

Bryan predicted as next president at Glenn Falls meeting

An impromptu gathering following a Bryan lecture in Glenn Falls New York featured Bird S Coler declaring that Bryan would win the presidential race. Coler argued Bryan controls the Democratic party despite boss opposition and would lead a fall victory restoring government control to the plain people.

Glenn Falls N. Y Mr. Bryan Bird S. Coler Bryan United States Coler

Republicans Doubt Nebraska Victory in Presidential Race

The Lincoln Sunday Journal notes Republicans fear losing Nebraska in the presidential race but see a path to victory with Sheldon as governor and Bryan unlikely to win the state. It reports the state central committee meeting at the Lindell hotel to strategize, while acknowledging cross-party contenders as candidates appear before Nebraskans.

Nebraska Republican State Central Committee Lindell Hotel Sheldon Bryan

Republicans Move Early to Hold Nebraska While Democrats Seek Governor Hopefuls

The piece notes Republicans plan early organization to prevent a Bryan wave from sweeping Nebraska, likely carrying the Democratic governor candidate and a majority in the legislature. Democrats have not named a Governor Sheldon opponent yet but consider a few possibles and a potential dark horse.

Lieve Bryan Nebraska Sheldon

Pioneer Woman Stricken By Stroke Near Union

Mrs. Henry Banning, living two miles south of Union, suffered a stroke while working in her garden on Monday and is in critical condition. One eye is blind and the other has limited vision. she is a pioneer settler of the county.

Henry Banning Union Nebraska City News

Phelps and Crissman In Burlington Survey Visit

T L Phelps and Will Crissman from the Burlington surveying department were in the city this morning performing duties for the company.

T. L. Phelps Will Crissman The Burlington

Also Mentioned on This Page

Hartman Peruna Manalin Magdalena Winkler Route Westminster, Md Mary Allen Franklin, Tenn Rean Henry Martin la Motte A. Rt. No.1 Il Owly Perona Anna Linder R. D. No Dassel, Meeker Co Minn Eruna Nettie Green R. K Iuka Til Hettie Green Plattsmouth, Nebraska R. A. Bates Brownville Foraker Darktown John N. Baldwin Union Pacific Railroad Democratic Party Republic of Ours Lincoln Sunday Journal Crenton J. W.egenberger
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