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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1907

Page

8

Elmwood notes on farming plots and local visits

Fall plowing and near finish of fall wheat threshing mark the Elmwood scene with generally good yields outside hail districts. Visitors include Mrs. A F Williams of Thurman Iowa and Arthur Pickart of Chicago. Real estate moves involve Will Bobbitt quarter sold to Hiram Miller and then to Wm Coatman. change to take effect Sept 1. Mrs Lelia Queen of Murray, ill, moved to stay with sister Mrs R H Frans as she recovers in Elmwood.

Hailed A. F. Williams Thurman Iowa J. Durban Ben Hoffman Arthur Pickart Chicago Gustin C. C. Cowell Fairbury Etta James H. L. Greeson Will Bobbitt Quarter Elmwood Hiram Miller Lelia Queen of Murray Omaha S Murray R. H. Frans Queen

Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy Testimonial

A Georgia man recounts a severe measles illness followed by stomach and bowel distress after rain exposure. He credits Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with saving his life and restoring health. Sold by Fricke Co. and Fried.

Chamberlain Sam H. Gwin Concord, Ga F. G. Fricke & Co A. T. Fried

Community notes and travels around Cass county

Mrs. John L. Carper arrives from Edgewater to visit her father W. B. Hargus and relatives. J. W. Pittman and daughter plan a visit to Burlington Junction. Mrs. W. B. Banning and Miss Carrie head to Plattsmouth for Eastern Star. Albert Fries and Nellie Dore of Nehawka travel to Nebraska City, return as husband and wife. Roy Gerking reports a wheat yield of 1056 bushels from 24 acres. Dr. Walker sells practice to Dr. F. L. McLeod effective September.

John L. Carper Edgewater Col W. B. Hargus J. W. Pittman Josie Burlington Junction Cass County Walker F. L. McLeod

Louisville News and Local Notices

W K Krecklow travels to Lincoln for the B M examination as operator. Lightning hits John Kelly’s barn killing one horse and injuring another. Mrs Geo Frater and two daughters return from Oklahoma after a month with relatives. James Alloway welcomes his Missouri brother Phelix for a surprise visit. C A Richey learns of B J Fulton’s death in Phillips Nebraska. Fulton was a former Louisville council member. Joseph O Cox dies after kidney tuberculosis. born 1865 in Wabash Indiana. survived by wife Ada Waldron and four children plus extended family. Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets advertised with testimonial from J H Seitz of Detroit. Price 25c. samples free.

Courier W. K. Krecklow Lincoln John Kelly Geo. Frater Oklahoma James Alloway Phelix Missouri Mr. Alloway C. A. Richey Phillips Nebraska B. J. Fulton Louisville Joseph O. Cox Wabash Indiana Ada Waldron

Otsego Journal Credits Dr King’s New Discovery

Editor Dietz of the Otsego Journal favors Dr King’s New Discovery as a universal remedy for coughs and colds. The advertisement claims it guards against lung and throat diseases and promises guaranteed satisfaction. Trial bottles are free, with prices 0c and $1.00 at F G Fricke & Co.’s Drug Store.

Otsego County Wm. M. Dietz Otsego F. G. Fricke & Co

Nehawka News Briefs Include Health and Travel Updates

Mrs. D. C. West shows marked improvement after a week under doctor care. G. W. Shrader and brother Joseph left Thursday for a three week visit with Ben Shrader near Alma Nebraska. Miss Fannie Warden provides care for a...

Prom the Register D. C. West G. W. Shrader Joseph Ben Shrader Alma Nebraska

Wanderers Return From Wedding Tour and Local Notes

Mr and Mrs James E Banning wanderers on the face of the earth including Pike's Peak and Denver Cole returned from their wedding tour Wednesday morning. James reports a splendid trip but glad to get back to work. Mrs Tewksberry of St Louis arrived for a visit with E A Kirkpatrick. Mrs Isaac Pollard returned from Minnesota and enjoyed the visit but home is Nebraska. Born to Mr and Mrs Charles Bates on Tuesday Aug 6 a daughter weighing 6 4 lb Mother and daughter are doing nicely. The Register extends congratulations.

James E. Banning Pike’s Peak Denver Cole James Charles

Doan's Kidney Pills Promised Relief for Backache

An advertisement explains kidney function and daily filtration of impurities. It features testimonials from C. Tyler of Plattsmouth praising Doan's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney health, sold by Gering & Co. for 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co. as sale agents in Buffalo New York.

C. Tyler Rock Street 12Th 18Th Streets Plattsmouth Doan Gering & Co Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo New York United States

Man Killed by Freight Train On Missouri Pacific Tracks

John Larson an elderly deaf resident of Louisville was struck and killed by a northbound freight train at 2 30 pm on the Missouri Pacific tracks near the stock yards. The body suffered extreme injuries including severed limbs. He left two children in Nehawka and news of the funeral awaits word from relatives. An inquest was not yet decided.

John Larson Louisville Missouri Pacific Larson Carl Larson Nehawka

City land and properties for sale by J. P. Falter

Real estate list offering multiple tracts near town including 20 acres west of town 2500 price 7 acre tract southeast of town with house barn fruit 1000 price 20 acre tract west of town 2400 price and several cottages and houses with prices from 3450 to 700 and 800 trading options and easy terms available through J. P. Falter Coates block

Price High School Columbian School Lincoln Avenue J. P. Falter Coates

Announcements for County Offices

Notice listing county offices with election details and required advance payment of three dollars. Public notice specifies registration steps, deadlines, and eligibility for filing candidates. Summary reflects official government posting and standard campaign finance guidance.

Soennichsen Declares Candidacy for County Assessor

County official H. M. Soennichsen announces candidacy for County Assessor under the Democratic banner subject to the will of voters at the September 3, 1907 primary election.

Metzger Seeks Clerk Office in District Court Primary

C E Metzger announces candidacy for the Clerk of the District Court subject to the voters will at the primary on September 3, 1907. The statement emphasizes adherence to democratic electors and the election timetable.

C. E. Metzger

Third District Commissioner Poll Date Set in 1907

For Commission Third District. date for the office of Commissioner Third District, subject to the will of the 3, 1907. C. R. JORDAN.

Box candidate announces for sheriff in Democratic primary

A. J. Box declares candidacy for sheriff subject to Democratic voters at the primary on September 3, 1907.

Primary dates set for Cass County offices in 1907

The notice lists election dates for Cass County offices with Republican primaries on September 3 and September 8, 1907. It names J. E. Douglas A. L. Tipp and William Delles Dernier as subjects for County Judge and Harby Lane positions under the new law.

County Clerk Election Date in Primary Held September 3 1907

Notice states the office of County Clerk is to be decided per the will of Democratic electors at the primary on September 3 1907. W E Rosencrans signs the notice.

W. E. Rosencrans

Cass County Treasurer Candidates Named for September 1907 Primary

The notice lists Frank E. Schlater as the Democratic choice and Will T. Adams as the Republican candidate for Cass County Treasurer, subject to the will of voters at the September 3, 1907 primary.

Cass County Frank E. Schlater Will T. Adams

County Superintendent Candidate Announcement

John E. Opp of Avoca Nebraska seeks the office of County Superintendent of Schools, subject to Republican voters in the Cass County primary on September 3, with Mary E. Foster also announcing candidacy after county-wide solicitation and consideration.

Cass County John E. Opp Avoca

Wedding at Ne Nebraska City Ties Fries and Dore

In Nebraska City on Wednesday at noon Albert L Fries and Nellie L Dore were married in a court room ceremony conducted by Judge Wilson. Best friends Lillie Fries and James Dore hosted a reception at the bride’s parents home with many congratulating gifts for the couple.

Nebraska City Albert L. Fries Nellie L. Dore Nehawka Register

Mynard Notes Ample Farming And Travel Updates

W B Porter took a flying trip to Murray on Monday. Families travel to Omaha and Yellowstone Park with visits noted. Fall wheat yields 20 to 35 bushels per acre while oats fare poorly. threshing continues between showers as wheat and corn prices boost market hauling. Eva Porter Mayda Edna Propst plan teaching positions in Elmwood Mynard district.

R. L. Propst Omaha Phone Florence Richardson Vilas W. B. Porter Albany N. Y Verner Perry Glenn Perry Ora Davis Yellowstone Park Salt Lake City Points Colorado Missouri Pacific Eva Porter Mayda Edna Propst Elmwood Teachers Institute Porter Edna Mynard Mayola Eight Mile Grove

Two Women Sent Home After Appendicitis Operations

On the afternoon train Rober Richter and Paul Bajeck traveled to Omaha to fetch Mrs Richter and Miss Antonia Bajeck from St Josephs hospital. Both had undergone appendicitis surgeries two to three weeks ago and have recovered enough to be discharged.

Rober Richter Paul Bajeck Omaha Richter Antonia Bajeck St. Joseph's Hospital

Plentiful Harvest Forecast Around Fairbury

Farmers in the Fairbury region expect an abundant harvest as timely rains boosted corn growth and yields are seen above average. Strong ground condition supports vigorous stalks and an oversized ear production outlook.

Fairbury

County Assessor Reprimanded Over Livestock Valuations

Franklin County assessor faces action after the county attorney says an arithmetic error raised livestock values. The state board of equalization increased assessments by 25 percent for mules and 35 percent for cattle. no relief available from the board's certification. Also note: wanted a second hand set of running gears for a farm wagon from D. B. Ebersole.

Franklin County State Board of Equalization D. B. Ebersole

Burlington proposes new Sidney branch train service

P. S. Eustis of the Burlington visited Sidney Iowa to study a petition for increased branch service. Judge A. B. Thornell proposed adding one train each way with six month profitability review. Current branch passenger income is $175 monthly with freight from three daily cars, while passenger costs run about $42 daily.

Burlington P. S. Eustis Burlington System Sidney Eunstin A. B. Thornell Eustis

Chamberlain's Salve Recommended for Eczema Relief

The author notes his wife suffered eczema and, after trying doctors' remedies, found Chamberlain's Salve to be superior. Sold by F. M. Fricke & Co. and A. T. Fried.

Chamberlain Fricke & Co A. T. Fried

Man Pleads Guilty in Bottled Beer Case at Hastings

William F. Eck operated a confectionery store opposite the Burlington station on Fifth Street. Police found six cases of bottled beer and bottles on the judge’s table as testimony to sales. Eck pleaded guilty. bond set at 100 dollars, paid 3855 in court, with a promise of personal security.

William F. Eck Eck Burlington Station Fifth Street Hastings

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General Istorest Ercie Ledger J. H. Seitz Detroit Mich County Cardus Mareby H. M. Soennichsen Commission Third District C. R. Jordan A. J. Box Harby Lane J. E. Douglas A. L. Tipp William Delles Dernier Nebawka Madery Hire’s Root Beer Srechad Chas. Clotfelter Mrs A. A. Wetenkamp Jefferson Prosperous Trenton J, W. Egenberger Thomas Eclectric
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