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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1903
Page
5
Mr W T Melvin narrowly escaped serious harm when his horse and top buggy derailed near the Plattsmouth hotel after a collision with a moving train. He was jerked onto the sidewalk and fell striking his head but Cummins found only bruises and minor injuries, a remarkable escape from disaster.
Plattsmouth local briefs report Gut Weil as Elgar favorite and note visits from residents including Dr. Marshall and Mrs. Batton. The itemized column lists renewals, new subscriptions, weddings, travels to Denver and Saint Louis, saloon plans for Eugene Opelt, and health notes amid Democratic convention activity and G A R reunion coverage.
Some merchants in the city weigh a citywide move to cash transactions as the proper and sole acceptable mode of doing business. Proponents say it benefits both merchants and customers and will bring general satisfaction once buyers and sellers adjust.
The Louisville Courier notes a calm surface with an unmistakable undertone as Gerine & Co. faces a crowded market. The piece signals strong, mixed sentiment about Le returns and stock levels, hinting at underlying tensions in a seemingly stable scene.
A cautionary tale warns against curious acts at mail boxes. It notes thefts and vandalism lead to government action and possible court punishment, urging readers to mind their own business and avoid prying.
The Plattsmouth Tribune urges selecting a long standing business college and promotes the Omaha Commercial College in Omaha Nebraska as a leading national reputation. It notes graduates from twenty four states and one foreign country and offers a free “Rtoo of Positions” upon request. Fall term opens September 1 with work for board possible.
Jade W Windham celebrated Wade Windhams twenty first birthday with a large surprise party at the Windham home in North Sixteenth Street Omaha. Guests from Omaha and Glenwood Iowa attended enjoying music games refreshments and welcoming Wade home after his evening train arrival. Involved hosts entertainments and a vocal performance by Eva Windham highlighted the cheerful event.
The article touts Chamberlain's Colicholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as uniformly successful for bowel complaints in children and widely used by druggists. It also promotes Wurl Bros. Gut Heil cigars.
Conrad Guthman returned yesterday morning from a visit to Denver and the Black Hills country. Z. W. Shrader renewed for another term at Cass county headquarters. J. M. Meisinger renewed for another term. The Journal notes Tom Murphy will move to Lincoln to work at a stationery supply house, leaving A. C. Helps' store.
Burlington announces Sept 7 sale of round trip tickets to Lincoln including State Fair admission at five cents each way. Special stub trains will run between Lincoln and fair grounds during the event. Details through agent W L Pickett. Dentist notes two offices with Dr Frank L Cummins and Dr E D Cummins.
Light skeletons found on the farm of W. H Barker south of Plattsmouth during plowing on Thursday. Teeth gathered from a hill washed by recent rains led to the conclusion that the remains are those of Indians.
On September 1 8 and 15 and October 6 the Burlington provides round trip tickets good for thirty days to many Indiana and Ohio points at a fare one third lower. An excellent opportunity to visit old friends in the east. Ask the ticket agent for more details.
An old advertisement touts Ayer’s Pills as a cure for constipation headache and dyspepsia. It promotes the product as a liver remedy priced at 25 cents and available from all druggists.
The school system announces opening days for the upcoming term with the high school starting Monday September 7 and all grades beginning Tuesday September 8. Pupils and patrons are urged to enroll during the opening days. E. L. Rovse superintendent.
John J. Patton, a leading citizen of Patton Alabama, reports a violent diarrhoea attack was cured after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He bought a twenty five cent bottle and after three doses was entirely cured. The remedy is offered by all druggists.
Fare of 4.56 to Hastings and return via Burlington Route on account G A Reunion. Tickets available August 31 to September 5, valid to return September 7. Inquire at nearest Burlington agent for more details.
An old advertisement promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promising full cold cure in one day. It notes a money‑back refund offer if not effective and includes E. W. Grove’s signature on each box priced at 25 cents.
Special notice states a cider mill will operate Wednesdays and Thursdays each week for the upcoming season. Wendell Heil advertises a farm for rent 320 acres four miles west of Plattsmouth with 3 to 5 year lease terms and the owner will be in Plattsmouth on August 29 for inquiries.
Officials from Cass County back out of a planned Labor Day return baseball game with Ulis City officials after a prior in county game. Nebraska City News notes locals had prepared Argo grounds and organized a royal welcome and quality game before the cancellation.
Last week was warm and dry with mean daily temperatures 3 degrees above normal in the east and 6 degrees higher in the west. Rainfall ranged from half an inch to just over that in central areas, with other counties seeing light showers. corn growth, threshing, stacking, and alfalfa cutting advanced despite some hail in rainiest counties.
From my place on August 7, 1005 a horse mule with two small cy brands on the left jaw and a dark back was found with a halter. It is 3 years old and weighs about 0 pounds. A reward of 5.00 is offered for its recovery. Information to Andress Win Purror Nehawka Nebraska.
An aged ruler’s energy contrasts with modern youth, who suffer fatigue from weak nutrition. An ad claims Triner's American Elixir of Bitter Wine restores digestion, blood purity, energy, and vigor, with a sale pitch for a three-year-old well-broken colt.
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