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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1913

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Plan to Make Plattsmouth Beautiful By Expert Lawn Advice

Local interest rises as K A Wart Steinle a tree surgeon from Omaha arrives to discuss forming a Plattsmouth branch of a beautification service. He offers free lectures to civic groups and will help reclaim littered vacant lots and establish miniature parks and landscaped lawns citywide.

K. A. Wart Stemle Heaha Yessterday Steinle Omaha Twentieth Farmin Sixteenth Jackson Streets Dr. Steinle Fe Muller Nebraska Park Tree & Floral Company Ie c Cmpany der. Steinke

Stop Viewing the Remains Campaign in Plattsmouth

A Plattsmouth minister launches a campaign against viewing the remains at funerals calling the practice morbid. He argues relatives incur more grief and the habit invites curiosity at church aisles. The Nebraska City Press notes the minister’s stance.

Plattsmouth Nebraska City Press

Doctor Fricke Returns From Germany

Dr Albert Fricke of South Janaha returned home yesterday after accompanying his parents to Germany last spring. He remained to study at medical schools there to learn new theories in the profession. He enjoyed the visit and came back refreshed to resume his work.

Albert A. Fricke South Janaha Fr. G. Fricke Germany

James Higley Claims Plattsmouth Home in Trouble Again

James Higley, named in a State Journal notice, asserts Plattsmouth as his home amid ongoing troubles. He has prior forgery issues and health problems. Lancaster County jail inmates James Higley and Bill Williams contracted smallpox and were moved to the pest house. County Physician Olson described both as light cases and efforts to prevent spread continue. Higley has previously been held after pleading guilty to forgery on December 3, with health issues noted. he previously suffered a crushed rib and a deformity in his right arm. He stated his home is Plattsmouth.

State Journal Plattsmouth Citiens Highles James Higher Bill Williams Lancaster County Olson Higley Plattsmouth

Woodmen of the World settles Emil Meisinger policy

W B Rishel visits John Meisinger near Cedar Creek to finalize the Emil G Meisinger Woodmen of the World insurance. The article notes prompt settlements and quick claim payments by the Woodmen, praising efficiency and aiding membership growth.

W. B. Rishel John Meisinger Cedar Creek Emil G. Meisinger Woodmen of the World Woodmen Woodmen of

For Sale 42 Acre Farm Near City Limits

42 acre farm near a town of 3,000 with large orchard and 20 acres in fall wheat. No waste land and three wells. Six room house with electric light and good water system. Wabash railroad point employing 200. Price 8000 or 7500 cash. Details from M Duxbury 322 Cor 4th and Granite Sts. 42-2-2wks-d&w

Wabash Railroad M. Duxbury 4Th and Granite Sts D&w

Parmele Visits Local Family During Louisville Trip

T E Parmele of Louisville arrived this morning aboard the Schutter to spend the day with relatives in town.

T. E. Parmele Louisville

Many Officials to Be Elected Next Year

Secretary of State Wail announces 177 state, congressional and legislative offices to be decided in 1994. County officers also on the ballot due to the biennial election, with a August 16 primary and July 20 filing deadline. Fees range from 5 to 50 dollars. university regents and presidential electors free.

Wail Rity United States Congress Breaster Supreme Con

McKinley Company Wins Ten Year Louisville Light Contract

The Louisville village council approved a ten year lighting contract with the Omaha and Lincoln Railway and Light Company at two dollars per light per month. Five street lights will be added on side streets while Main Street lighting shifts to the Commercial Club for a park system. The deal, aimed to power up before Christmas, may lead to Main Street property assessments for poles.

Basham Huntington Omaha and Lincoln Railway and Light Company Louisville Courier

Local Shopper John Krager Visits City for Trading

John Krager from Mynard spent several hours in the city today, inspecting merchants and taking advantage of pleasant weather for his trading excursion.

John Krager Mynard

Widow Buys Stock of Goods on Main Street

The estate of the late O. P. Monroe sells his stock to his widow, MK Peoples administrator. Mrs. Monroe will continue the business on Lower Main Street with furniture, stores and assorted articles, seeking continued patronage from former customers.

O. PF. Monroe MK. Peoples Monroe Jower Main Street

Finch Tracks Two Diamond Rings Missing In The Kitchen

Mrs. E F Finch misplaced two diamond rings valued at 175 dollars while baking. A thief likely entered during kitchen chores and took the rings from a buffet drawer. A Jeweler in Columbus reported a suspect trying to pawn one ring, and Finch travels to the metropolis to recover the jewels if the man returns. a purse with 33 dollars lay forgotten in the same drawer.

E. F. Finch Howse Lhe Kitcher Mr. Finch Oombhia Finch

Weather Delays Electric Light Extension Into City

Persistent bad weather disrupts the river crossing and tower work for the Louisville and Red Oak electric line. Completion near Pacific Junction advances, but Missouri River tower components arrive late. The company keeps all day Sunday service, praised for convenience to homes with electricity.

Electric Light Company Louisville Red Oak Pacific Junction Missouri River Burlington Bridge Light Company

Whiting Paper Line Promoted for Christmas Gifts

The Journal office highlights the Whiting line of paper and new initial paper and correspondence cards as premier products. They promise a handsome and appreciated Christmas present, noting the items are very latest in design.

Journal

Improvements at Burlington Station Upgrade Delayed by OCR Errors

Burlington station gains new lighting and signaling upgrades including two large electric lights and a high capacity current device. A 24 hour service from Red Oak Junction improves visibility and safety for travelers, with enhanced waiting areas and sealing capacity.

Alex Oelniebt Red Oak

Fragmented Gazette Entry Reflects On Past Mistakes

A disjointed passage recalls someone alert to past errors and the need for reform. The text urges better things for the community and self, noting spared persons and a call for decisive action, with a continuation reference to another page.

Man Found Dead on Burlington Right of Way near Louisville

A man was found dead with possible injuries on the Burlington right of way east of the Natrona quarry near Louisville. Identified as Edward Barker, investigators noted signs of violence and the county coroner was notified. Stander and Stender undertakers to handle arrangements with a funeral service planned in Jonestown.

Burlington Louisville Sataridasa Skale Wear Burlington Rreset Otway Natronalfeone Levesieville Fdwant Barker Mel Stander & Stender

Mrs Paul Morgan of Has Springs Arrives for Visit

Mrs Paul Morgan of Has Springs Nebraska arrived this afternoon on No 24 and will stay here for a time with her parents William Ballance and his wife.

Paul Morgan Has Springs, Neb Will William Ballance

Death of Mrs Florence Dovey West

After weeks of suffering Mrs Florence Dovey West dies at about two o clock. The article notes the family, her former name Mix Dovey, her husband Mr Piet West, and mentions a forthcoming funeral with details about arrangements and the bereaved household.

Imrs Florence Dovey-West Piet Cheux Mr. West West

Great Change in the Weather Saturday Night for the Better

A local weather notice reports a sharp but brief shift to milder conditions Saturday night with warmer air replacing recent cold spell. Forecasters note a temporary rise in temperatures followed by expectations of more favorable conditions for the upcoming weekend.

Unclear OCR fragment from Murray area travel note

Fragmentary text shows names J. 4 Sthypader and Fiesier of Murray traveling from the city to Murray after a few beers. Details are garbled and no clear event or date is established.

Fiesier Murray Murrar

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Nebraska Park Albert Fricke James Higley State Con Gressional and County Offices Mkinley Company Aij Mao le Cain Holly Nomarech Frappe George H. Falter Fuller Jesse B. Perry Ford Automobile Perry Als Adda Talion Pace Eietit Wewks Cari Weel Mrs. Weer Wae
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