Deserters Captured After Missouri River Crossing
Two U.S. Army deserters, Frank Stortz and Carry Hymer, were captured near Bartlett Iowa after escaping with armed guards. Wade the guard was aided by Al Haney and others in recapturing them and returning to Fort Crook. Wade remained a fugitive until recaptured with the deserters.
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Council Bluffs
The
World Herald
Pt. Crook
Main Street
Martin
Frank Stortz
Carry Hymer
Port Crook
B. L. Wade
Company L
Twenty-second
United States Infantry
al. Haney
Hartlett
Lovwin
Stet
Hymer
Wace
Wade
Stotz
Fymer
Wintismouth
Fort Crook
Plattsmouth
Puacific Junction
Haney
Thomas Long
George Hianey
Charles Traverse
Community honors Antone Hludecek as they bid him farewell
Antone Hludecek and family plan to move to Omaha in a few days. A surprise gathering at their second ward home featured vocal and instrumental music and social merriment. Attendees included Charles Vesely Antone Bookmeyer Frank Vitamvas Antone Trility Frank Hajek Louis Jiran John Janda Vac Bookmeyer John Svoboda J J Svoboda Mrs Hardrata Mrs Palecek and Ed Donat.
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Antone Hludecek
Omaha
Charles Vesely
Antone Bookmeyer
Frank Vitamvas
Antone Trility
Frank Hajek
Louis Jiran
John Janda
Vac Bookmeyer
John Svoboda
J. J. Svoboda
Hardrata
Palecek
Donat
Little Red Riding Hood Charm at South Park School
May Tutt assisted by Hilda Barwick and Miss Koffman trained a South Park girls class for the juvenile play Little Red Riding Hood performed at the Putt residence. Over a hundred parents and neighbors attended and praised the show as a success. Sixteen girls acted with Beulah Miner Grace Barstow Oma Gibson and Jessie Skelsie in leading roles while cakewalks singing and Sherwood orchestra provided interludes.
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May Tutt
Hilda Barwick
Miss Koffman
South Park
Putt
Sherwood Orchestra
Beulah Miner
Grace Barstow
Oma Gibson
Jessie Skelsie
Thank you note from Anton Hudaceer to Plattsmouth neighbors
In grateful words Anton Hudaceer thanks friends and neighbors of Plattsmouth for uniform courtesy during residence and for calls showing good will and regret at the family's departure from the city.
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Plattsmouth
Anton Hudaceer
Judge unites Robert Rakes and Hannah Mc Culley in marriage
Last evening at 8 30 at Oliver Rakes residence in the fifth ward Judge Archer officiated a marriage between Robert Rakes and Hannah Mc Culley both well known young residents of the city. A large number of friends witnessed the ceremony and offered congratulations.
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Oliver Rakes
Fifth Ward
Judge Archer
Robert Rakes
Hannah McCulley
Grapes for Sale Advertised by Wurl & Coffey
Local advertisement offers grapes in any quantity with orders to be left at Wurl and Coffey or called in at telephone 162.JuLis Prrrs.
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Wurl & Coffey’s
Telephone
Plattsmouth Hosts Grand Gala Day September 1 1902
Plattsmouth prepares for a grand gala day with announcements claiming the event to be the biggest time in the town's history. The program promises ample entertainment and an immense crowd expected on Monday September 1 1902.
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Plattsmouth
Plattsmouth Labor Day Parade Promises Large Civic Celebration
A Labor Day event in Plattsmouth on Monday September 1 features a 2 PM parade led by the B. and M. band, cash prizes totaling 15, and various sports. Promoters tour Mills and Cass counties with posters to draw crowds, praising local business leaders behind the celebration plan.
Scholarships Awarded to Top Eighth Grade Students Statewide
County Superintendent Smith announced Wabash Scholarships for top eighth grade averages across the state. Winners include Ednad Tighe, Harold Leach, Lara Hasemeier, Minnie Bailey, Josephine Mueller, Arthur Young, Murray Kniss, Blanche Worley, Aaron Pailing, Ruth Marshall, Grace McLain, Pearl Smith, Willie Van Every, with awards following in order of standing at Plattsmouth, Weeping Water, Elmwood, Louisville, and related institutions across Nebraska and nearby Iowa.
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Smith
Ednad Tighe
Manley Harry Wilkinson
Weeping Water
Harold Leach
Lara Hasemeier
Greenwood Minnie Bailey
Alvo Josephine Mueller
Elmwood Arthur Young
Murray Kingsley Kniss
Blanche Worley
Aaron Pailing
Greenwood
Ruth Marshall
Grace McLain
Elmwood
Pearl Smith
Louisville
Willie van Every
Wabash
Plattsmouth High School
Weeping Water High School
Elmwood High School
Louisville High School
Weeping Water Academy
Plattsmouth Normal and Business College
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln
Bellevue College
Bellevue
Lincoln Business College
Omaha Commercial and Business College
Western Normal College
Shenandoah
Iowa
Fremont Normal School
Grand Island College
Beatrice Business College
Travel sale to Denver and Colorado Springs announced
It's Cool in Colorado. From August 1 to 14 and 23 to September 10 the Burlington Route will sell round trip tickets to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo and many other Colorado points at extraordinary low rates. J Francis General Passenger Agent. Perfumes of all odors at Gering and Co's store.
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Burlington
Denver
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Colorado
J. Francis
Death of John Robbins Sr in Plattsmouth
John Robbins Sr died last Saturday from internal hemorrhage after a Friday night hernia operation. Born in McArthur Ohio he was 65 and a Civil War veteran of the 11th Ohio Heavy Artillery. He lived in Plattsmouth since 1878 and worked as a contractor and builder. Survived by wife two sons Bushrod Denver and John D Chicago and three daughters Mrs Richardson Mrs Patterson and Emma. Funeral held Monday at 11 with Rev Youtzy and Rev Baird. G A R conducted grave ceremony. pallbearers named.
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Plattsmi
John Robbins
John Robbing
McArthur
Vinton County
Ohio
11Th
Ohio Heavy Artilery
Plattsmouth
Robbins
Bushrod
Denver
Col
John D
Chicago
Will Richardson
James Patterson
Kingfisher
Okla
Emma
D. A. Youtzy
J. T. Baird
Bushrod Robbins
Funeral services for Steven A. Davis held at family home
Funeral services for Steven A. Davis were held at the family residence with Rev. Asa Sleeth officiating. A large gathering of relatives and friends attended. The procession moved to Mt. Pleasant cemetery for interment after visiting his mother seven miles south of Mt. Pleasant. Assisting mourners included F. E. White and others.
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Steven A. Davis
Asa Sleeth
Misses Street
Marshall
Edward
Wiles
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery
F. E. White
S. Waugh
C. S. Polk
Geo. M. Spurlock
H. M. Gault
W. H. Newell
Wet Week Delays Harvests Yet Boosts Corn Prospects
A cool wet spell kept eastern counties three degrees below normal and western areas one degree low. Rainfall generally exceeded an inch, with two to four inches in many eastern and southern parts, while northwest saw under half an inch. Haying slowed and some hay was damaged. thrashing continues in the north and grain damage occurred. Corn has grown well and should yield large, though ripening requires warmth. soil and pastures are in excellent shape for plowing and seeding.
Bridge Celebration Promises Grand Time for All Attendees
A grand good time is assured for everyone who attends the bridge celebration next Monday.
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Grand Bridge
Labor Day Openings In Plattsmouth Bridge Celebration
Plattsmouth celebrates Labor Day Monday with a new wagon bridge over the Missouri River by the Plattsmouth Pontoon Bridge Company. A morning parade follows with races of all kinds and tug of war events between Mills and Cass counties and between Iowa and Nebraska youths. Prizes honor Mills county’s heaviest and lightest man as the I. and M. band plays and bridge passage is free all day, drawing a large crowd.
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Plattsmouth
Mills County
Cass County
Iowa
Nebraska
Drowned Nebraska Railroad Official C P Olson
Charles P Olson of Lincoln Neb drowned when he fell from the Mary Hill steamer near Burlington Iowa during an excursion. The body was found at Montrose twenty three miles below Stirlington and will be brought to Lincoln with funeral plans to follow.
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DorLineton
Iowa
Mary Hill
Charles P. Olson
Lincoln
Neb
Burlington
Olson
Mr. Olson
Hurlington
Nebraska
Western
Burlington Road
Tle
Nel
C. P. Olson
Bridges
Montrose
Stirlington
Two youths arrested in Nitka assault case facing charges
Sam Lindsey and Harry Wickson were arrested in Louisville by Marshal Spence and jailed in this city after being found in the area. Lindsey confessed to fighting and was fined five dollars plus costs. Wickson sought a trial as to his role, which a judge postponed. Both men claim intoxication and say Lindsey struck Nitka, while Wickson denies involvement.
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Sam Lindsey
Harry Wickson
Antone Nitka
Louisville
Marshal Spence
Sherif Mcbride
Archer
Lindsey
Hickson
Nitka
Hicckson
Married at Murray Millinger and McDonald wed at home
Williard L. Millinger of Bethany Nebraska and Grace V. McDonald were married at high noon Wednesday at the bride’s parents home in Murray. Rev Swander performed the ceremony. A large number of friends attended and a sumptuous wedding feast followed. The Journal extends best wishes for long life and happiness.
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Williard L. Millinger
Bethany
Nebraska
Grace V. McDonald
Murray
Swander
Gering & Co Advertises Finer Root Beer for Prominent Mug
The notice proclaims our root beer is finer than ever and invites customers to enjoy a mug. Gering & Co. markets a refreshed beverage offering with an emphasized quality claim to attract patrons.
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Gering & Co
Home Visitor Excursions Via Missouri Pacific Railway
One fare plus 2 for the round trip to Ohio and Indiana. On sale September 2, 11 and 2%. Return limit thirty days. To Indiana, Ohio and other points in Central Passenger association territory. On sale October 2, 3, 4 and 5. Return limit November 3. Through fast trains. Best equipment. For full information see local agent. Cons. E. Stycies, A. G. P. A.
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Missouri Pacific Railway
Ohio
Indiana
Central Passenger Association
E. Stycies
M P railroad to sell round trip tickets in August and September
The M P railroad will offer round trip tickets for 75 cents on August 21 24 27 31 and September 3 7 10 14 and 17 with return valid for the day after the date of sale. Fall term at Plattsmouth Normal and Business College opens next Tuesday with strong attendance and praise for Prof Lessemann and wife as instructors. Chamberlins Stomach and Liver Tablets offered as a free sample at drug stores for relief of bad taste and associated ailments.
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M. P
F. Stoutenborough
Plattsmouth Normal and Business College
Lessemann
Plattsmouth
Chamberlin
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U. S. Army
Missouri River
Bartlett
Traverse
Journal
Rakes-McCulley
Zuckweiler & Lutz
Sixth Street
Main
Pearl
Gering &Co
Stephen A. Davis
Morgan
Larson
Fairmont
Havelock
Art Crissmanlis
Monte Streight
W Plattsmouth
Mr. Crissman
Guarlinothon Northern Division
Active Power Department
Round House
Northern Division
Wymore
Sheridan
Tyree Pt Alliance
McCook
Havelock Shops
Baldwin Locomotive Works
Philadelphia
Burlington Iowa
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