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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1913
Page
8
Patrons express disappointment as electricity was not turned on during the day. The company delayed service due to a staff absence and sunshine, drawing public skepticism about its commitments and intentions.
Mrs Henry Moekenhaupt of Sterling Nebraska returned home after visiting Cedar Greek to oversee a monument over her mother’s grave. The handsome marker from Mason Harran of Tecumseh was placed in Cedar Creek cemetery as a loving token to memory.
The Sons of Herman held their annual election at the hall. All officers were re elected for the coming year due to broad satisfaction with their service. Herman Tookotter president Adolph Greise secretary Peter F Goos treasurer Max Price trustee for three years. The group is a leading German society in the city and surrounds.
Iva Smith of Point Blank Texas reports curing a liver complaint after using a 25e box of Chamberlain's Tablets. She says she is completely cured and recommends the remedy to everyone. Sold by all dealers.
A neat show window at the Felger shoe store displays the latest shoe lines including Christmas slippers. The windows are attractively arranged with festive decorations, inviting customers to enter and purchase fashionable footwear. The store emphasizes carrying the best and latest styles sourced from markets nationwide.
Electric Bitters touted as curing stomach liver and kidney troubles weak nerves lame back and other female ills. Testimonial from Eliza Pool of Depew New York claims drastic improvement and urges all suffering women to try the remedy. Each bottle guaranteed priced 50 cents and 1.00 distributed by Bucklin Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
Classified note advertises white Wywan roosters for sale with contact Julius A. Pitz and a phone inquiry. Mentions stationery in the Journal as a destination.
A city banquet featuring Rev. FL. M. Druliner assailed complacency among young men with a call for stronger church leadership and upright living. Speakers stressed body mind and soul balance, civic duty, and public participation, praising the Young Men's club and closing with a musical finale.
A Woodman Hall meeting promoted ballot for women with Mrs. F. M. Hall of Lincoln speaking. Miss Jessie Todd presided, Dr. W. Foster spoke, and editor explained the local ballot. The group formed the Union Equal Franchise League and elected officers: President Mrs. Nettie Stanton, Vice President J. T. Reynolds, Secretary Treasurer Miss Jessie Todd, Auditor D. W. Foster.
An old public notice touts Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment claiming to cure itchiness and skin eruptions including eczema. Geo W Fitch of Mendota testifies of long suffering with eczema since the Civil War and success after one box. The maker guarantees results or refunds, price 50 cents, available at druggists or by mail Pfeiffer Chemical Co Philadelphia and St Louis.
The Journal reports advertisers are actively promoting business in the area. Local shops push specials as readers respond, boosting commerce and community engagement amid ongoing market activity.
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