Snow and Ice Cause Havoc on Local Rail Lines
Derailments and delays disrupt rail traffic as a cold snap and heavy snow hit the region. No. 77 and helper engines struggled over the grade and bridge, with subsequent detours on No. 15 and No. 4, while Missouri Pacific and western lines faced stalled trains and engine freezes. Weather worsened service across Kansas and Nebraska with subzero temps, drifting snow, and widespread disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralle
Johnson
Omaha
Council Bluffs
No. 15
No. 77
Oreapella
Here
la Platte
Burlington
Missouri Pacific
West
Middle West
Rockies
Central West
Kansas
Hutchison
Dodge City
Santa Fe
Nebraska
Mindem
Holdrege
Alma
Southwest
Oklahoma
New Mexico
Texas Panhandle
Amarillo
Texas
Vinci Child Cure Praised By Grateful Mother
Mrs A Tyson of Livermore California writes about her five year old daughter who suffered poor appetite extreme nervousness and fatigue. She notes the new cod liver oil extraction method used in Vinci helps with strength resilience and cold resistance. The testimonial urges other mothers to try Vinci for weak or ailing children.
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A., Tyson
Livermore
Cal
Vinci
Plattsmouth Native Supports Chicago Labor Strike
A former Plattsmouth youth active with a railroad workers group backs Chicago and Northwest strikes. Chicago Federation of Labor endorses the switchmen union action and vows support, threatening walkouts by Brotherhood members in Chicago yards if the strike expands.
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Plattsmouth
Chicago
East
Chicago Federation of Labor
Northwest
G. Dal Jones
Order of
Jones
W. D. Jones
Chicago Tribune
American Federation of Labor
Perham
Railroad Department
Chicago Railroad Telegraphers’ Organization
Local notes include geese record and town moves
Herman Weener brought in five geese from the river, setting a local record. Fred Gorder & Son prepare a new implement house south of Burns’ saloon. Mrs. C. H. Paul, sister of C. H. Phelps, dies in Omaha after long illness. funeral held November 27.
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iCourier
Reithés
Martin’ Sjogren
Potypint
Charles Kraft
Notuays
Montana
Herman Weener
Fred Gorder & Son
Burns
Chicago
National Farm Land Congress
United States Land and Irrigation Exposition
Omaha
New South
Pacific Coast
California
Puget Sound
Fire at Hotel Perkins Sparks near catastrophe
A valise owned by Paul Weber ignited from an overheated stove inside the Hotel Perkins in Plattsmouth yesterday afternoon. Guests from the adjacent Hotel Plattsmouth extinguished the blaze, saving Weber and his belongings though his clothes and other items were destroyed. Weber reportedly fainted amid the near disaster and panic among guests, especially the hotel’s young women.
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Perkins
Paul Weber
Plattsmouth
Third Street
Mr. Weber
Weber
County awards bridges contract to Glenn E Smith of Nebraska Construction
County commissioners awarded the bridge contract to Glenn E Smith of Nebraska Construction Co Lincoln. Bond awards for county officers were shuffled with W K Fox securing the county judge and register of deeds bonds at 54, and Carl G Fricke initially bid for two bonds but terms adjusted to Fox four years at 54. Sheriff bond went to J M Leyda for two years at 90 with Fidelity & Casualty.
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Glenn E. Smith
Nebraska Construction Company of
Lincoln
Smith
W. K. Fox
Bankers Surety Company
Carl G. Fricke
United States Fidelity & Guaranty Company
Mr. Fricke
Register of Deeds
J. M. Leyda
Fidelity & Casualty Company
Mrs Engelkemeier Update From Omaha Hospital Visit
Mrs John Albert and her daughter Miss Mary traveled to Omaha this morning to visit Mrs Julius Engelkemeier in hospital. Engelkemeier is recovering well and her husband arrived from Omaha last evening with positive news. Friends express hope for a swift convalescence.
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John Albert
Mary
Omaha
Julius Engelkemeier
Engelkemeier
Dr Shoop Restorative Promoted For Weak Stomach and Nerves
Dr Shoop presents a remedy aimed at strengthening the stomach heart and kidneys by targeting the inside nerves. He claims correct use improves these organs and urges trial with results expected in days. Sold by all dealers as a universal restorative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoop
Dr. Shop
Dr. Shoop
Hadas
Schneider Nomination for Plattsmouth Postmaster Backed
The president sent Henry A. Schneider’s nomination to the senate for postmaster of Plattsmouth. Backed by Nebraska senators, he has served Cass County as register of deeds for eight years and is well regarded. He is expected to make a good postmaster.
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Senate
Henry A. Schneider
Nebraska
Schneider
Plattsmouth
Cass County
Mrs Hattie Davis Leaves Wilmington Visit
Mrs. Hattie Davis of Wilmington Col has departed for Murray after spending several weeks in the city with her parents Mr and Mrs A Dill. She is the last of Mr Dills children to depart prompting a sense of loneliness for the hosts after a merry stay.
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Hattie Davis
Wilmington
Col
A. Dill
Murray
Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Ad Takes On Germ Fear
An old advertisement urges readers to fortify the body against germs with Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery. It claims the medicine strengthens vitality cleanses the system and enriches the blood without alcohol or habit forming drugs. The ad asserts a long cure record and warns against substitutes.
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Pierce
Golden Medical Discovery
Post Card Shower for Miss Katie Mebinger Hosts in Pekin
A December 5 post card shower at the home of Mr and Mrs George H Hild west of the city celebrated Miss Katie Mebinger of Pekin Illinois the visit of cousins. A large crowd enjoyed games and varied card play followed by refreshments and warm wishes for many future celebrations. Attendees included the Hilds Friedrich Meisinger and Meisinger families plus others from Pekin Illinois and nearby.
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George H. Hild
Katie Mebinger
Pekin
Ill
Hild
Phillip Hild
George Hild
Fred Hild
Jacob Hild
Louiis Friedrich
Katie
Mary Meisinger
Edward Lohnes
Louis
Emil
Willie Meisinger
Joe Bierl
Peter Hoerr
Dr Shoop Cough Remedy Promoted by Druggists
Coughs tight or tickling receive quick help from Dr Shoop's Cough Remedy praised by druggists. A safe lung healing shrub provides its curative properties. Mothers are advised to demand Dr Shoop's for safety and can give it to young children. Mrs H T Batton visited relatives ten days and returned home to learn her granddaughter was born during the stay. Both mother and baby reportedly well.
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H. T. Batton
Frank Jansen
Lost loggins sought in Plattsmouth area
A pair of ladies loggins are missing, possibly in Plattsmouth or on the way to W. H. Seybert's home. Finder should leave them at this office. The notice includes an advertisement for Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil claiming it treats croup and has eight years of use with success, endorsed by Mrs. L Whiteacre of Buffalo, New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth
W. H. Seybert
Thomas
Hair Tonic Claim Targets Dandruff and Baldness
An advertisement from The Rexall Store, Plattsmouth, promotes Rexall 93 Hair Tonic as a cure for dandruff and baldness. It asserts a microbe causes baldness, offers a money back guarantee, and lists two bottle sizes priced at 50 cents and 1.00. It credits Anna and Sabourand for the microbe theory and urges trial with refund if unsatisfied.
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Anna
Hamburg
Germany
Sabourand
Rexall 93
Plattsmouth
Rexall tSore
F. G. Fricke & Co
Fresh oysters and stews at Bareclay's restaurant
Fresh oysters offered with stews for 25 cents and fries at Bareclay's restaurant. Local eatery advertises affordable seafood fare and sides.
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Bareclay
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Frank Schlater
Louisville
J. R. Noyes
Nola
Robstown
Mr. Noyes
Elmer
Andrew Stohlman
A. Bronkow
C. H. Phelps
C. H. Paul
Board
Met
W. L. Pickett
L. W. Wakenry
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