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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1913
Page
4
The piece extols winter vacations as wiser than summer trips, noting farmers can vacation by staying home, hunting, target shooting, and visiting relatives. It contrasts warm-season travel with winter farm leisure and ends with political observations about a $50,000 verdict in Omaha and currency bill politics.
The notice urges sending Christmas presents early to distant friends to guarantee delivery. It warns that a week before Christmas the mails and express companies will be heavily crowded, making on time delivery impossible for many packages.
A sharp exchange notes the weather bureau handles broader territory than the critic claims. The discussion highlights agency reach and regional forecasting responsibilities across multiple districts.
A fragment suggests a joke about an Ohio engineer’s baby weighing twenty five pounds possibly being weighed on ice man scales. The sentence hints at a humorous image without confirming any real event or person.
The article notes the high loyalty of President Wilson's cabinet and calls for democratic senators and congressmen to show equal fidelity in supporting administration goals.
Thanksgiving was generally celebrated in Plattsmouth with residents expressing gratitude for life and safety, noting that every one had something to feel thankful for despite limited comforts.
A reflective piece urges extending kindness to the living to gain ongoing cheer and reciprocal warmth while they can appreciate it.
Socialists propose making packing houses public but argue boosting cattle supply is the wiser path to lower porterhouse prices.
Advertisers seek the holiday shopper by placing notices in the Journal. The merchants urge readers to watch the advertising columns for invitations and special offers during the Christmas season.
Post Office Department announces that postmasters and their assistants must lick stamps upon request this holiday season. This policy applies to Christmas patrons, with the department urging compliance by local offices and staff.
The year 1913 fades as a year of many catastrophes with numerous events noted. The reflection recalls the exit of 13 and the era’s hard lessons, while looking toward the new year.
The piece notes tax complexity rises with income and wealth and cites The New York World that 14 killed and 175 injured in the football season so far. It argues for safety as a fallback if true understanding remains elusive.
A person sent a box of exes from Michigan to Postmaster General Burleson. He returned them, stating accepting presents at per dozen prices violates law. Hyannis, a 300 resident town, launches a daily paper by Charles K. Bassett at 25 cents a week, aiming to secure ads and subscribers though big-city revenue seems unlikely.
The holiday season boosts retail, urging merchants to prepare for heavy demand. Caution is urged on extending credit as many holiday shoppers pay later. Train sales staff to tighten the credit end and watch accounts closely during the Omaha Trade Exhibit.
George W. Berge writes to Auburn friends that he would run for governor if his Democratic associates prefer it. He is described as popular statewide and possessing the qualities for a strong chief executive.
Government officials file suit in Baltimore alleging the American Can Company induced acquisitions to keep firms out, forced exclusive purchases, and fixed prices. Public sentiment favors busting combinations to lower living costs.
Thomas A. Edison, famed inventor, toils late at night on electrical research, ignoring doctors and family urging rest. He argues that habit and diligence sustain health, contending overwork harms only those who neglect other aspects of well being, while noting many people become habitual loafers rather than true workers.
In Plattsmouth forty years ago White and Darragh bought 45 loads of corn one day and 52 the next, while Totten's family in Omaha faced a rival for the West Point cadet ship. Dr Livingstone served on the examining board.
Fox the express man remains active and interrupts the Herald, claiming we described him as sheepish after buying a quarter of mutton at HattUs. His slate stall remains at the express office for Lown delivery orders.
Ik E Grey of Fremont former district attorney for the Third judicial district was in town last week and called at the Herald office.
Mr. E. Sage, noted Nebraska leader man, reports selling fifteen carloads of his celebrated leaders in the South Platte country this year while demand still exceeds supply.
S Reetor and J Cox of Weeping Water Gass county Nebraska shook hands with the Herald Monday Two better men domt live in the valley of tears
The auditor notes census returns show a population of 222 392 and six counties not yet heard from. Cass ranks fourth, with Lincoln and Omaha leading in Lancaster and Douglas counties.
Fool, an enterprising young boot and shoe man, has given up that branch and gone into the grocery business with Wii. Woolrull, esq., and we wish Messrs. Wondrull & Pool a big Dool of success.
A young emigrant’s son was struck by a wagon wheel just west of Eight Mile Grove and severely injured. Dr. John Black was summoned and provided medical aid to ease the child’s distress.
A strawberry and ice cream festival will be held Saturday evening June 13 at Parmelo's hall under the Ladies National Temperance Society. Full notices arrived too late for publication.
A whirl wind five miles south of Weeping Water on the 10th tore the roof from a barn owned by A A Johnson. It ripped out an end, hurled a rafter to the road and into the house, breaking weather boards. Six horses were inside but unharmed. Mr Johnson provided the details.
Henry Bens, genial proprietor, continues to run the Platte Valley House with good humor and hearty meals. Regular patrons praise his hospitality and the tasty dishes.
A column observer jokes that coal merchants stockpile heavily as if winter will persist for a full year, reflecting higher demand and lingering cold expectations.
A comic skit features Foster and Shannon in a snowbound romance gone awry. The sleigh horsed by Brown and his sister’s paramour leads to a humorous dispute over control and a public humiliation at Am. Lazenby’s drops, ending with the sleigh repaired and cheers.
Otoe county officials announce a ballot decision on issuing bonds to extend the Northwest Arkansas Railway route toward Weeping Water. The move aims to improve transportation and local commerce by linking communities and rail access.
Citizens of Brownville Nebraska City and nearby towns push for a consolidated river outlet through the O M and P rail route and the construction of a north south trunk line to boost trade. They warn against delaying until the Capitol moves and urge immediate action despite any obstacles or costs.
The St Marys Guild holds a Christmas shop in the Hotel Riley block Friday and Saturday with dainty booths. Stork and vine booths display baby items and needlework, a Japanese tea booth, and a rustic retreat. Items cost 5 cents to 5 dollars and refreshments plus luncheon are offered to support the guild’s charitable work.
The advertisement touts Tuiner's American Elixir of Bitter Wine to cleanse and strengthen the digestive system for those who feel nearly well and suffer loss of appetite. It claims effectiveness for stomach liver and bowel issues with constipation and lists Jos. Triner as importer and Chicago address. Also promotes Triner's Liniment for stiff muscles and joints and notes drug store availability.
The big Christmas shop operated by the ladies of St Marys Guild will open tomorrow at 11 a.m. in the Hotel Riley block and will stay open all day Friday and Saturday. Don’t miss it.
The Christmas shop run by St Marys Guild will operate Friday and Saturday in the Hotel Riles Block. It will offer dainty articles for Christmas and a range of prices. Refreshments will be served Friday at the shop.
The market promises full operation for a Sunday dinner event with discounts on Christmas articles. Shoppers are urged to drop in and time the visit to maximize savings on seasonal items.
The Big Christmas Market is set for Friday and Saturday at the Hotel Riles block hosted by St Marys Guild. Attendees can browse a wide array of novelties and keepsakes at modest prices with careful preview of items before purchasing.
A fragment from SS W Matthews Augusta Maine asserts a complaint about a labor statistics communication. The misspelled note hints at dissatisfaction with the source or content and is presented as a public statement from a commissioner in Augusta.
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