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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1906
Page
4
No paper tomorrow Thanksgiving note and wartime cue
The brief item notes no issue tomorrow due to Thanksgiving and reminds readers to remember the date and stock coal if affordable. It references wartime interest in the Philippine Islands and cites Turnkey as a soaring symbol, comparing him to the American eagle.
Farmers Institute Meeting at Mart Portsmouth December 7 8
The Farmers Institute invites all farmers to attend a two day session at Mart Portsmouth on December 7 and 8. Officials emphasize practical demonstrations and timely advice for crop and livestock care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Institute
Martsmouth
Advertising timing tip for holiday trade
Do not delay ads into holiday week if you want full trade. Plan campaigns early to capture customers and maximize reach and sales opportunities.
Interstate commerce bill may affect passes and circus tickets
A witty note suggests a tax measure could impact travel passes but cannot threaten circus tickets, expressing relief in a light, observational tone.
Thanksgiving Tomorrow Be Thankful In Any Case
A reminder to observe gratitude on Thanksgiving Day even amid uncertainty. The message encourages adopting a thankful mindset and making the most of the holiday, regardless of individual doubts or circumstances.
Wheat Raisers Seek Tariff Help Amid Price Hovering
Tax wheat raisers ask how protective tariff aids them as local market prices hover around 60 cents a bushel while republican stand-patters search for a clear answer.
Football season ends with fewer deaths and injuries
The season closed reporting 14 deaths and 160 injuries, down from 24 deaths and 200 injuries last year. Authorities suggest new rules have reduced brutality and improved safety in the sport.
Capture of lone bandit on passenger train marked danger
A report describes the capture of a lone bandit during a robbery of a passenger train running between St. Louis and Kansas City. The incident underscores the need for stronger traveler protection against such depredations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuk
St. Louis
Kansas City
New York church adds vaudeville to evening worship
Some eastern leading churches advertise with music and short sermons. A New York church goes further by including a vaudeville performance in the evening worship. It pays to advertise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
New York
Tur merchants launch earnest Omaha holiday advertising drive
Tur merchants of Omaha begin a 20 day ad campaign offering special inducements for holiday shoppers. Plattsmouth merchants could follow suit on a smaller scale, urging immediate advertising to capture upcoming trade before it moves elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tur
Omaha
Plattsmouth
Call for young men to lead in changing times
The article urges the youth to study past achievements and innovate. It argues the world needs energetic, purposeful young men and warns against clinging to old-fashioned, stagnant business methods as progress accelerates.
Tur Farmers Institute Friday and Saturday
Announcement of a Tur area farmers institute scheduled for Friday and Saturday December 7 and following day. Readers are asked to remember the dates by their presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tur Farmers’ Institute
Christmas Bargains Spark Early Advertising War
The holiday season prompts merchants to start advertising their Christmas bargains now to attract shoppers and boost sales. Early promotions set the sales tone for the season.
Thanksgiving Day Reflections in Early December
The reader notes Thanksgiving's end and December arrival with musings on gratitude as taxes loom deadline in the month. The brief remarks frame seasonal observance and civic duties in a reflective tone.
New Orleans Reportannounce Blanche Walsh Marriage
A New Orleans dispatch announces the marriage of actress Blanche Walsh with the note that Miss Walsh was in the city at the time, highlighting a coincidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxteans
Blanche Walsh
Miss Walsh
Polar explorer Peary returns heavier after polar voyage
River finds Peary back from polar terrors twenty pounds heavier. The busy explorer hints at wanting to keep the competition away as he resumes activity and public interest returns to his perilous journey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peary
Senator T11.MAN Pushes for First Trust Magnate in Stripes
The senator asserts the Republican administration is sincere only if it assigns the leading trust magnate to a stripeed role, arguing for a symbolic gesture as proof of reform.
Storm Signals For Journal Editor Foretold By Coal
The Journal editor uses coal as a weather barometer noting rising supply or prices to gauge an approaching storm rather than relying on rheumatism or coins. The line pairs humor with a newspaper trade reference.
Grafter’s War tempers at Lincoln as applicants exceed openings
The excerpt notes many applicants battle for limited Lincoln winter positions. It laments grafting persistence on a cold August day, implying ongoing, unscrupulous activity around securing posts. The tone reflects a friction between job seekers and grafting practices in the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Counterfeit Ten Dollar Note Stirs Editor Concern
A new counterfeit ten dollar bill has appeared and could be passed easily on an editor. The article notes that someone unused to ten dollar notes in years would struggle to tell the fake from the genuine.
Republicans worry promise versus delivery in incoming legislature
The text warns Republicans that promising and delivering are different, urging vigilance as the new legislature arrives and suggesting readers may have been deceived again.
Missouri Returns Show Shifting Party Edge in 1904
The 1904 election outcome in Missouri favored Republicans by an average majority of 16,013, while the November 6 results gave Democrats an average lead of 10,252. The data offers material for commentary on party fortunes and possible reflections on the mysterious figure of comfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Governor Davis Seats Senate for Awakening in Republican Rank
Wares Governor Davis of Arkansas takes his seat in the United States Senate on March 4. He expects the Senate to lack an old fashioned row and instead seek an awakening of the conscience of the Republican majority toward popular interests across the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wares
Davis
Arkansas
United States Senate
Railroads and government ownership debate vs William J Bryan
The piece argues some attack William J Bryan for supporting government ownership of railroads as a last resort if railroads fail to provide a square deal. It notes President Roosevelt has urged Congress that government ownership could be the ultimate remedy if needed. The author asks why denigrate Bryan while praising Roosevelt’s stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Bryan
Roosevelt
Congress
State officers face bills for urgent telegrams to publish notices
After missing the constitutional amendment deadline some state officials pushed bills to telegram publishers to rush extra editions. Publishers who printed extras now plan to bill for those services, amid criticism that taxpayers subsidize the graft and rush to profit from the error.
Tax prediction by W. A. Poynter on election outcome
The passage mocks W. A. Poynter for predicting Sheldon’s landslide loss and suggests he would have fared better backing Shallenberger. It notes the commentator’s poor judgment compared with his time as governor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Poynter
Sheldon
Shallenberger
Penitentiary Printer Cites Diverse Occupations
A Pennsylvania style note reports that the Ohio state penitentiary printery has suspended. It notes over twenty bankers lawyers and many other trades are represented among inmates and staff while printers are described as god fearing and law abiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
Ohio State Penitentiary
War department pay act for Col. Bryans Nebraska regiment
The article praises a tardy justice act by the War Department granting pay due to members of Col. Bryan's old Nebraska regiment. It argues volunteers who were kept from the firing line deserve full compensation for their service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department of Claims
Col. Bryan
Old
Nebraska
Spain
Inaugural Plans Stir Debate Over Gov Elect Ceremony
Mr. Suetnpon faces choice between a ball or simple oath as governor elect. Mickey avoided a dance at his inauguration, earning notoriety while many Republicans anticipate festivities at Suetnpon's retirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suetnpon
Mickey
Farmers Institute Draws Dense Attendee Turnout
Next Friday and Saturday December 7 and 8 mark the Farmers Institute dates with many farmers visiting town. Merchants should ensure a pleasant, profitable stay by offering courteous treatment and extending Plattsmouth’s welcoming spirit to encourage frequent visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Institute
Plattsmouth
Tariff Critique From Secretary Shaw Affects Trade Views
Secretary Shaw acknowledges the tariff hinders American trade abroad while lawmakers insist surplus goods must be sold overseas. Farmers, contributing much to surplus, back a policy that limits access to inviting foreign markets on reciprocal terms. The farmer bears the consequences of tariff decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaw
Declared catalog houses misgrade spices deceive buyers
The speaker denounces catalog house spice grades as deceptive claiming twelve grades exist yet customers buy cheap products at near retail prices. An expert is needed to detect genuine quality and avoid being misled by catalogue listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catalogue Houses
Roosevelts Ship Subsidy Contrast Hints Policy Clash
The piece argues the Roosevelt administration pushes a ship subsidy while opposing rebates, claiming both favor transport firms and burden small shippers and taxpayers. It notes Secretary Root and Secretary Shaw traveled to Kansas City to secure support from the Trans Mississippi congress, which voted narrowly, with the slogan “No rebates, no subsidy, no special favors.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Root
Shaw
Kansas City
Trans. Mississippi Congress
Oklahoma elects Democratic slate to constitutional convention
Oklahoma and Indian Territory residents repudiate federal officials by electing nearly all Democrats to the constitutional convention. The result signals a solid Democratic delegation to the next Congress with two senators and five representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
United States
Nebraska Election Returns From State Official Counts
The State Official Wote shows results for United States Senator Brown Thompson. Governor Sheldon Shallenberger Green. Lieutenant Governor Jadkin Goucher. Secretary of State Jadkin Goucher. State Auditor Searle Canaday. State Treasurer Briaty Babodck. State Superintendent MacBrien Watson. Attorney General Thompson Abbott. Land Commissioner Eaton Wolfe. Railway Commissioners with various vote tallies.
Dangerous Precedents in Roosevelt Administration Critique
Ex governor Durbin argues President Roosevelt oversteps constitutional bounds by pressuring Congress and tilting power toward the executive. The piece compares Roosevelt’s actions to past presidents and warns of risks to tariff policy, western interests, and court independence amid party tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Durbin
Indiana
United States
Congress
House of Representatives
Cannon
Ways and Means Committee
Republican Party
Andrew Jackson
John Marshall
Moody
Supreme Court
John Adams
Legacy of a President’s Precedents May Haunt Successors
The passage warns that the president’s aggressive policies risk overreach if future leaders abuse them. It argues he may regret his own acts as his successors continue to rely on forceful, not prudent, governance.
Encouraging Election Trends Signal Democratic Gains Across States
Final returns show Democratic gains in New York New Jersey Rhode Island Minnesota North Dakota Missouri and Oklahoma with Democrats winning state offices and increasing congressional seats. The piece argues for unity on essential policies and better organization to secure turnout and fair counting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Assembly
Roosevelt
New York
Rhode Island
Minnesota
North Dakota
Missouri
Oklahoma
Kansas
Congress
Republican Congress
Tillman warns against pampering negro vote in Chicago
Senator Tillman says race war cannot occur in the United States but warns that white voters will resent Republican effort to appease Black voters in Chicago to win close states. He argues such politics will polarize voters and harm the Republicans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillman
Chicago
Arizona Cast Few Votes On Joint Statehood
The article notes only 15 percent of Arizona voters backed joint statehood. It suggests Rough Riders largely followed the president’s advice while cowboys resisted being dictated to from Washington, reflecting regional attitudes toward federal guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona
Rough Riders
Washington
Youngsters appreciate Christmas soon after Thanksgiving
The article notes that youths are more grateful than older people for Christmas arriving quickly after Thanksgiving Day, highlighting the seasonal sentiment.
Interstate commerce ruling on land agents and passes
The Interstate Commerce Commission declares land agents who conduct rail line excursions and sell lands are not employees riding on passes. Notices go to Burlington local agents outlining this rule. The commission’s decision stands as law and targets agents locating farmers along railroad lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Hartshorn vs Melntire appeal over rent judgment
The district clerk filed a transcript in the case of Jos. L. Hartshorn against Chas H Melntire and others. Defendants appeal from a judgment and costs awarded by Judge Archer. Suit sought $110 for rent of a house occupied by defendants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. L. Hartshorn
Chas
H. Melntire
Archer
Scott's Emulsion trade mark and global reach
The image of a man and fish signifies strength and purity for Scott's Emulsion. Cod liver oil surpasses other fats in nourishment, and the product offers full value without taste. It claims to aid weak children, thin people, and those suffering wasting conditions worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Smallest Constable in Nebraska's Otoe County
The Otoe precinct elected John Elrod as constable last month and he is the state’s smallest constable at thirty. He previously served as deputy assessor, while Sheriff John Donovan is noted as the tallest officer in the state, creating a humorous contrast in Nebraska City News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otoe County
John Elrod
Otoe
John Donovan
Nebraska City News
The Little Red Nickel That Kept Louisville Moving
A red colored nickel in Louisville circulates for over ten years, helping a child with peanuts a baker with bread coal for a man groceries for another and support for the church. It passes through many hands including the Courier and printer before vanishing from Louisville. The tale urges a lesson about responsibility and local circulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Courier
Dean's Ointment Cures Obstinate Skin Ailments
Advertises Dean's Ointment for hives eczema itch and salt rheum. Claims to cure the most obstinate cases and urges sufferers to buy from all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
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Plattsmouth Journal
Plattsmouth, Nebraska
R. A. Bates
Puntisien
Adwccoadel
Japan
Philippine Islands
Turnkey
Wote
Secretary of State
Brown
Thompson
Hopen Green
Jadkin
Goucher
State Auditor
Searle
Canaday
Briaty
MacBrien
Watson
Attorney General
Eaton
Wolfe
Neies
Railway Commissioners
Fovw Zample
Drumeista
Ayer
Ayer Co
Lowe
Wana
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