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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1906
Page
5
Mrs. Andrew Winkler, with two young children, sought shelter at police headquarters reporting her husband earns $10 daily yet withholds clothing and food. She plans legal action and is under care of Matron Gibbons as she and the children face hardship.
A Chicago special reports Burlington road management forbids excessive passenger train speed. A circular by Daniel Willard directs smooth running and passenger comfort over time gains, with speedometers installed in cabs to enforce the rule. Also noted, Howard Brown of J C Brown was held up near Wabash Neb and Wabash post office robbed by burglars, with Lincoln bloodhounds tracking suspects.
Alma dispatch reports Hon A C Shallenberger the Democratic gubernatorial hopeful restocking his ranch after a cattle sale. He previously sold part of his Shorthorn herd last week. cattle sold well with a total around several thousand dollars. He is purchasing cows from various places to increase his herd again.
The Omaha World Herald reports Congressman Pollard is pressing Congress to decide if the government can reclaim 1 9401 of unearned salary he sent to the House sergeant at arms. Speaker Cannon says there may be no way to recover the funds and Pollard intends to push the issue to a judiciary opinion.
The Plattsmouth Farmers' Institute concluded with record turnout among farmers and families. Prof. Bruno of the State University lectured on insects and crops while C. M. Lewelling spoke on poultry and alfalfa. Secretary Goering praised attendance as lessons for improving Cass County crops.
The Omaha Bee nominates N P Dodge Jr for speaker and cites his pledge to support Norris Brown for senator and to rebut claims that Douglas county will abandon Brown. It notes Republicans won a governor plurality amid railroad and franchise opposition and critiques rival editorials while promoting Marshall T Harrison of Otoe as alternative. Officers for the ensuing year are elected by the D of H including C of H Mrs M V Gibson and other posts.
Farmers along rural routes are urged to aid carriers with a bushel or two of corn. The piece notes that carriers work a government job requiring management of horses, town travel, and market purchases, and the gesture would ease costs and be appreciated by the mail staff.
Public notice outlines an exception in the merchants closing agreement. From December 10 to January 1 the standard 7 30 closing rule does not apply.
Cass county farmers are warned about a swindle targeting rural residents. A stranger named Brown, Warkles and Johnson poses as a deed broker, asks for money to cover paper costs, and promises distant inheritances as he gathers funds. Officers monitor sightings and readers are advised to stay vigilant.
The Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad seeks court relief to stop Douglas County and state treasurers from enforcing 1906 taxes amounting to about 675000. The railroad has offered 500000, but officials demand the board of equalization figure for payment. A Lincoln dispatch reports pastors seek a pardon for Lena Lillie, who is serving life for husband Harvey Lillie’s murder at David City.
The piece notes in Kentucky bonds are sold to the highest bidder and the condemned must work for a set period. One bond sold for ten dollars after sheriff effort. The subject’s excessive appetite and reluctance to work draw critique.作者 argues Nebraska should adopt similar law to compel idle men to labor.
The notice states that advertising and locals must reach the office by 3 PM daily to ensure an evening insertion. It notes the strict deadline is to avoid delays for carrier boys delivering newspapers to patrons.
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