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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1908

Page

2

Cement Construction Showcases Pioneer Jackson Automobiles

The illustration highlights the Pioneer Implement Company in Council Bluffs as Western distributor for Jackson cars. The cement warehouse features a solid block wall and a full-length roof line with windows. Walter Thomas of Plattsmouth will handle Jackson interests and can arrange test displays in Council Bluffs.

Pioneer Implement Company Council Bluffs Western Distributing Agency Jackson Walter Thomas Plattsmouth Case County

Very Cold Clear Weather Grips Region With Thick Ice

The Daily notes continued freezing as ice piles up in the river and a frozen channel threatens ferry service. Temperatures range from two to six above in cities, with much colder readings in the Dakotas, Minnesota, and Canada. Snow and cold hurt cattle ranges. trains run on time despite weather. A near disaster is averted when O P Monroe and Oliver Gilson extinguish a closet fire at a Burlington paint shop, earning praise for swift action.

Weat Dakotas Minnesota Canadian Northwest St. Paul Minn Celles Oklahoma Kansais Prom Fran Wednewdlay O. P. Monroe Burlington Mr. Monroe Hoiler House Oliver Gilson Gilson Monroe Bowen

Fine Copper Steam Table Arrives for Daniel Store

J B Daniel receives a fine all copper steam table with three receptacles two for cold side dishes and the center for hot roasts. The piece is described as handsome and superior value. It will be installed today and in working order tomorrow with hot free lunch served.

Moniay's J. B. Daniel

A Tangerous Operation In The Appendix Removal

A satirical note describes a surgeon performing an appendix removal as a dangerous procedure. It mocks Dr. King's New Life Pillage claiming it prevents such ordeals and promotes a quiet deception. The ad touts Fricke & Co drugstore selling 256 at a price.

Nebraska City Marriage Case Upholds Mixed Race Union

Judge Travia ruled a marriage between a white man and a Negro woman lawful under local law and recognized from Council Bluffs. James Hand was arrested for Kmike With and held for trial before the district court. despite local prejudice, the court discharged the parties, noting sister state law must be recognized.

Nebraska City Travia James Hand Chiffa i Duchat

Good Cough Medicine for Children Advertised

A period-pasted health ad urges treating children’s coughs promptly to reduce diptheria or scarlet fever risk. It touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the trusted choice of mothers, claiming no opium or narcotics and safe for children. Fricke & Co sells it.

F. F. Starcher Ripley W. Va

New Transportation Chief Appointed at Burlington

George W. Covert named assistant superintendent of transportation for Burlington routes west of the Missouri River to replace O L Dickeson who moves to Chicago. Covert has served since 1888 in Lincoln Omaha and now oversees line operations as the rail system shifts leadership amid Omaha business circles praising Dickeson’s work and community efforts.

George W. Covert Burlington Missouri River O. L. Dickeson Chicago Covert Lincoln Omaha O. Li. Dickeson Dickeson Ann Dickeson Dickowen Omuha Omaha Club

Superintendent Bignell Plans Mexican Vacation Amid Big Railroad Division

Burlington Superintendent 1 Bignell leaves Saturday for a two to three week trip to Mexico his first real vacation in ten years. He oversees a major railroad division with nearly a thousand miles of track and the heaviest traffic, centered in Lincoln, keeping him constantly on the road.

Bignell Burlington Mexico Lincoln

Lecture By Mrs Bulloch At Methodist Church Draws Crowd

Mrs Bulloch delivered a lengthy historical review of the temperance movement at the Methodist church last night. Despite sharp weather an audience attended and applauded her talk while a sensational Parmele play added late seating demand.

Flooded Main and Sixth Streets Disrupt City Traffic

Mondas's Daily reports severe street flooding at Main and Sixth with inches of water and mud blocking paths. A fish pond forms at the southeast corner cutting off cross streets and prompting calls for drainage relief and street repair.

Mondas Main and Sixth Street Main Sixth Streets

Marked for Death to Health by King's New Discovery

Mrs A C Williams of Backy recalls a graveyard cough three years ago and credits Dr King s New Discovery with restoring her health after the first dose she gained 68 pounds and fully recovered The medicine is touted as a world healing record for colds lung and throat diseases and is sold with a money back guarantee at F G Frick Co s drug store Sec ond and one dollar bottles and trial bottles free.

F. G. Frick Ad Co

Local residents and travelers pass through city day

Numerous residents and visitors are noted in Omaha bound movements. Earl Clark, J H Merriam, H S Rice and Verna Leonard are among those seen boarding trains to Lincoln Pilger and Perry. Charles Spangler, Jason Fountain, J B Schroeder and others called at the Journal office. The Eastern Star and local social arrangements are also announced as plans unfold.

Order of Eastern Star Masonic Hall Wm. Schmidtmann Bertholf Omaha

Beware of Frequent Colds and Chamberlains Remedy

A notice warns that repeated colds can lead to chronic catarrh and advises seeking treatment. It promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy with a testimonial from Mrs. M. White of Butler Tennessee and notes availability from F. G. Fricke & Co.

F. G. Fricke & Co

Electric Bitters Linked to Haliday Resident’s Recovery

W C Kieatler of Haliday Ark reports long suffering from malleria and stomach issues but finds relief with Electric Bitters. The remedy purifies blood, tones nerves, and boosts energy. money-back guarantee offered by De at F G Fricke Co. drug store.

W. C. Kieatler Haliday, Ark F. G. Fricke & Co

Farmers Grain and Stock Company Incorporation Notice

Notice of Incorporation states Farmers Grain and Stock Company filed articles of incorporation in Cusa County Nebraska. Principal place Greenwood Green wood Cass county Nebraska. Business includes buying and selling grain fuel and building materials. Authorized stock capital ten thousand dollars. corporation to commence August 1 1908 and terminate August 1 1998 unless dissolved by two thirds vote. Officers include Charles Williams president.

Farmers Grain and Stock Company Secretary of State Cusa County Nebraska Greenwood Cass County Charles Wiliame

Ming Mary Troop Goods At Rilby House Block

Call and see Ming Mary Troop 5 and 10 cent goods in the Rilby House block showcasing cheap items for shoppers.

Ming Mary Rilby House

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