Ring control at Weeping Water convention shapes county tickets
The Journal reports a political ring fixed nominations at the Weeping Water county convention. W. J. Streight is set for treasurer while L. A. Tyson seeks reelection. J. E. Douglass praised as judge but Wiles backed by the ring. M. A. Sams and J. M. Robertson win school and district clerk posts amid maneuvering.
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Oters
Plath
Weeping Water
Ring
W. J. Streight
Streightt Wall
L. A. Tyson
Uthar
Co. B. Quinton
Avoca
J.D. McBride
J W. Sage
Cass County
Plattsmouth
Wiles
M. A. Sams
Louisville
Teft
Judge
C. G. Mayfield
J. M.teegarden
Mayfield
Kiere
Sams
Sans
J. M. Robertson
Jim
Court House
John Wiedeman
Freenwood
Ringsters
D. H. Hawksworth
County voter woes spark call for agriculture minded leadership
Voters in the first district are urged to consider countywide electors while criticizing Mr Hawksworth and backing a candidate aligned with farmers' interests. E. E. Siloun is renominated for surveyor and Henry Boeck for coroner as the piece warns the ticket is weak and facing defeat.
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Hawksworth
Fawksworth
Board of County Commissioners
E. E. Sliloun
Henry Boeck
Lamphere Infant Dies After Short Illness
Frank Lamphere, two years old, son of Mr and Mrs Wm Lamphere, died Sunday after a brief illness. He became ill Wednesday and worsened until death. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon conducted by Rev Fred Warren. The family receives community sympathy in their bereavement.
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Frank
Wm. Lamphere
Fred Warren
Preventive against self destruction touted in tonic ad
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a preventive for death by self action, claiming despondency precedes such acts. The product is marketed as a tonic and nervine that strengthens nerves and regulates stomach, liver, and kidneys, with a 50 cent price and satisfaction guarantee by F. G. Fricke & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. G. Fricke & Co
Spurlock Leaves for Omaha Law Firm Venture
Hon Geo M Spurlock joins with T W Blackburn to form Blackburn and Spurlock in Omaha for law practice. Spurlock, born in Plattsmouth and twice county judge, was in the legislature last fall and is known for debate and committee work. He plans to move with his wife and boy by September 1 if the home purchase succeeds.
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Omaha
Geo. M. Spurlock
Metropolis
Spurlock
T. W. Blackburn
George M. Spurlock
Blackburn & Spurlock
Blackburn
Plattsmouth
Beatrice Sun Notes Cart Before Horse in State Banking History
Will Maupin’s Fremont Herald-Leader article misplaces Rock Bluffs precinct in Gage county. the correct Cass county precinct helped defeat J Sterling Morton for governor. The constitution question and statehood hinged on Congress rejecting a white word. it was modified but not resubmitted.
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Will Maupin
Fremont Herald-Leader
Rock Bluffs
Gage County
Cass County
J. Sterling Morton
Congress
Beatrice Sun
Ayer's Pills Promoted as Liver Remedy
Ayer's Pills advertised as liver pills claim to cure constipation biliousness dyspepsia and sick headache. The notice notes price 28 cents and availability from all druggists.
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Ayer
Denver Diary Excerpts Express City Growth and Travel Pleasures
Conrad Schlater writes from Denver praising its rapid growth since 1860, brick frame buildings, first class streetcar service, and large wholesale trade. He notes a nearly dry Platte River due to extensive irrigation, meets old friends from Lincoln and Greeley, and plans to report further on city parks gardens and Italian life when he returns to Plattsmouth.
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Deak Journal
Denver
Dreamland
State House
Court House
Alaska
South Africa
Platte
Collage Hill
Mr. Frampton
Sanford Lewis
Lucy
Plattsmouth
Conrad Schlater
Wortman praised for educational leadership at Union
The Union Ledger lauds Supt. Wortman after his Union old settlers reunion address calling it splendid and educational. It notes broad praise, his public speaking and thinking, and urges voters to keep him in office, viewing the current non partisan administration as fitting the schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wortman
Union
Union Ledger
Prof. Wortman
Dr King’s New Life Pills End Painful Suffering
A wartime style patent medicine notice claims Dr King’s New Life Pills end pain from dizziness backache liver complaint and constipation. The ad promotes gentle but thorough relief and prices the pills at two cents with guarantee by F. G. Fricke & Co. Drugists.
Gering & Co Advertises Patent Medicines
Gering & Co advertises a range of patent medicines in its catalog. The listing emphasizes tonic liquids and remedies marketed for general health, energy, and relief of common ailments. Prices and specific ingredients are noted alongside testimonials.
Miss Bob White Delights Philadelphia Audience
Nixon Zimmerman lavish production of William Spencer's comedy opera Miss Bob White opened at Park theatre and drew a packed house with an absolute ovation. Dorothy Hunting starred as Bob White and Alice Dovey of Plattsmouth Neb sang Golden Rod with noted charm. Citizens of Plattsmouth may see the company here next season.
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Omaha Bee
Philadelphia
Nixon
Alice Dovey
Plattsmouth
Neb
Golden Rod
Plattsmouth and
Vacinity
Bob White
Parmese
Sudden Death Of Jacob Stull Reported In Oreapolis
The Journal notes the unexpected death of 44 year old Jacob Stull from heart disease on August 12. He collapsed in a buggy with his wife nearby after hitching to start a river trip. Funeral held at his home with Rev. Baird officiating and Oak Hill cemetery interment. Pallbearers named include Soennichsen, Kidow, Buttery, Miller, Kunzman, and Henry Miller.
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Jacob Stull
Stull
Platte Bottoms
Oreapolis
Jacob
J.S. Stull
Lawrence
Henry Stull
O. P. Monroe
Baird
Presbyterian Church
Oak Hill Cemetery
H. M. Soennichsen
Lyman Kidow
M. J. Buttery
C. A. Miller
Fred Kunzman
Henry Miller
Eagles Picnic at T. J. Sekol Hall Draws Big Crowd
The Eagle society held a successful picnic at the T. J. Sekol hall on Sunday. A large, orderly crowd included many out-of-town Eagles and the event netted $150 above expenses.
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T. J. Sekol Hall
Taken With Cramps In Littleport Bridge Crew
A bridge crew member near Littleport suffered cramps and a cholera like attack on Thursday night. Mr Gifford advised Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and after several doses the man was able to resume work the next day. The Elkader Iona Argus notes the medicine as reliable and urges purchase from local druggists.
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Wm. Kirmie
Littleport
Mr. Gifford
Chamberlain
End of Bitter Fight Ends With New Discovery
J F Hughes of DuPont Georgia describes a long struggle with an abscess on his right lung. After all seemed lost he used Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption and recovered quickly. It conquers coughs colds throat and lung troubles and is guaranteed by F G Fricke Co druggists with trial bottles free.
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J. F. Hughes
DuPont
Orange Blossoms Celebrate Shultz Cory Nuptials at Episcopal Church
A wedding ceremony at the Episcopal church united Mr. Nathan Shultz and Miss Frances Cory of this city with Rev. Burgess officiating. Attendants included Miss Florence Cory, Mr. Ernest Wurl, and young nephews Natie and Bertis Shultz. The couple planned a September 1 home return after a wedding luncheon and a brief trip to Sax City Iowa. The article closes with a verse about merged dawns and two clouds becoming one.
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Episcopal Church
Nathan Shultz
Frances Cory
Burgess
Florence
Ernest Wurl
Little Bessie
Natie
Bertis Shultz
Omaha
Peterson
John Cory
Plattsmouth
Ten Town Commandments for Plattsmouth
Local ordinance-like guideline urges Plattsmouth residents to support town industries, advocate for community improvement, and vote with town interests in all elections. Emphasizes unity, loyalty to the town, and positive promotion over criticism.
Porter antiseptic healing oil advertises instant relief
An old line promotes Porter antiseptic healing oil promising instant pain relief and healing for both humans and animals. The ad notes a price of 25 cents and emphasizes quick efficacy after application.
Pittman and Walker sell Murray grain business
J. A. Walker of Murray said Pittman & Walker disposed of their Murray grain business to Jones Grain Co of Nebraska City for 7000 dollars cash in hand.
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J. A. Walker
Murray
Pittman & Walker
Jones Grain Company
Nebraska City
Breach of Promise Suit Dismissed In South Omaha Court
Miss Jennie Carstens, once a Plattsmouth waitress, sued Ole B. Ackerly a Union Stockyards stock buyer for $10,000 claiming payment of attentions under a promise to marry, but the case was dismissed after a stipulation filed in the district court last week.
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Jennie Carstens
Plattsmouth
Ole B. Ackerly
South Omaha
Omaha
Community Fears Flood Repeat After Friday Scare
Last Friday a scare in the community suggested another flood as sewer efforts limited water on Main Street. Fire alarms drew residents to the street but the anticipated deluge did not materialize, leaving many relieved after a tense evening.
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Main Street
Visiting Cass and Sarpy teachers praised by Plattsmouth
Plattsmouth hosts Cass and Sarpy county teachers for a week long institute with over 200 attendees. Lectures by General Gordon Dr Ott and Superintendent Coughlin drew large crowds as locals provided meals and hospitality.
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Plattismouth
Cass
Sarpy
Plattsmouth
General Gordon
Ott
Coughlin
Miss Greves
Warvey
Miss Street
Wortman
Miller
Hickson Held After Preliminary Forgery Hearing
Harry Hickson faced a preliminary hearing before Judge Kroechler on forgery charges. The judge bound him over to the next district court term in a bond of 8500, which Hickson could not furnish, and he was returned to jail.
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Harry Hickson
Kroechler
Hickson
Jal
Sheriff McBride Nominated Again In Local Election
Sheriff McBride receives GOP renomination push after strong tenure at Log Rolling event. The Greenwood Enterprise notes he is a tough candidate, expected to be difficult to defeat.
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Sheriff McBride
Mr. McBride
Greenwood Enterprise
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