Dangerous Fire Destroys Store and Threatens Elks Club
A late Friday fire in the Coates Block caused heavy smoke and water damage to the Elks lodge rooms and adjacent bakery on Main Street. Firefighters contained the blaze after two lines of hose, while a bucket brigade aided initial efforts. No major injuries reported but bakery stock and the store suffered substantial losses.
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Umin
Main Street
Elks” Club
Elks* Lodge
Elks
Herbert Catton
Robert Gibson
Fred Wagner
Beme
Wagner
More Fire Protection Needed in Plattsmouth
The Goales block fire last evening shows the urgent need for fire protection on Main Street. Property owners should equip every building with hoses and extinguishers and arrange proper placement to meet safety needs and state law. The fire department should inspect all buildings within the business district immediately.
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Fr. J. Streight
Goales
Main Street
Sturt
Changes in Burlington Storehouse Clerical Force
The Burlington Storehouse shifts its clerical staff as John A Johnson transfers to Alliance as chief clerk. Mat Jerousek fills Johnson’s slot, George Weidman takes Jerousek’s duties, and Gene Brady assumes Weidman’s former tasks. The promotions reflect ongoing staff advancement under storekeeper Mr. Hill.
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Burlington
John A Johnson
Alliance
Johnson
Mat Jerousek
George Weidman
Mr. Jerousek
Gene Brady
Weidman
Hill
For Sale Farms Near Greenwood Nebraska
For sale two farms near Greenwood Nebraska 160 acres each one 3 3/4 miles southeast with 125 acres in winter wheat and 30 acres meadow the other 160 acres located 134 miles west with 70 acres in winter wheat and 2 acres alfalfa contact A D Wellton or Farmers State Bank Greenwood Neb.
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Greenwood
Neb
A. D. Wellton
Farmers State Bank
Christmas Shoppers Pointers at Main Street Stores
A neighborhood shopping page highlights Fifth to Sixth streets on Main as full of Christmas stock. Krohler Brothers offer hardware and enamel ware. The Palace of Sweets stocks chocolates and confections. Delicatessena and Smith Mawzy drugstore promote gift lines, perfumes, and grooming items. Falter & Thierolf display menswear gifts. Gering & Co. offer toys, cameras, and holiday sets.
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Fifth
Sixth
Main
Aemst
Krohler Brothers
Jebo Nemetz
Smith & Mawzy
Hyler’s
Falter & Thierolf
Gering
Whiteman
Hans Albert in Hastings Seeks Mental Recovery and Return
Special dispatch from Hastings reports Hans Albert, once a famed western violinist, now in Ingleside hospital after nine months in care. Doctors note improvement from paresis with new treatments and hope he may regain mental faculties and return to music, including leading the orchestra again.
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Hastings
Hans Albert
Omaha
Tagleside Hospital
Sesterlas
Albert
Ingleside Hospital
Hiness Plesicians
West
Europe
Bonds For Extension Of Time Of County Officials
The county clerk's office is sending out bonds to county officials justices of the peace constables and land overseers to be filled and returned for another year due to changes in election laws. Bonds prepared awaiting signers.
For Sale Furniture and Fixtures in 414 Room Hotel
Advertising note offers furniture and fixtures from a 414 room hotel in good isolation. State reason for selling as best. Contact Mrs BE Harris at Medar Creek Neb for details and inquiries.
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BE. Harris
Medar Creek
Neb
Beeson Promoted to Assistant Commercial Manager in Norfolk
Thomas H Beeson of Alliance has been promoted from manager of the Nebraska Telephone Company Alliance office to assistant commercial manager for the Norfolk district. He will oversee about 45 officers in the Northeastern state, with headquarters in Norfolk, marking a significant step in his long career with the telephone business. The Alliance Times notes his departure December 1 and his prior roles in electrical work and telephony.
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Plattsmouth Rouse
Thomas AH. Beeson
Alliance
Ned
Bell Telephone Company
Mer. Beeson
Unis Icity
Allen Berson
Gownty
Dodge Beeson
Plattsmouth Company
Alliance Times
Bees
Thomas H. Beeson
Nebraska Telepilierne Company
Allianes
Norfolk
Tom
Beeson
Northwestern Rail
Crestom
Burlingten
Plattismouth
Burlington
Loreal
Avnhurn Telephone
Bell
Bie Bell
Chicken Thieves Target Hen Roosts In City South
Residents in the southern city area report repeated thefts of chickens from local hen roosts over the past week. One owner mourns the loss of several birds and fears further raids, with talk of organizing a shotgun brigade to catch the raiders.
Castoria Promotion At Ger ing & Go Store
An advertisement promotes genuine Castoria during Meguar Castoria week at Ger ing and Go with a price tag listed as 919c. The brief showcase highlights a brand sale event and product authenticity.
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Gering & Go
Large Hosiery Invoice Shocks City Merchants
A historic invoice reveals a massive order placed with the Sterling Hosiery Company of Chicago. The document notes 7,200 dozen pairs and 14,400 single items, signaling a prolific footwear surge that year and stirring local business chatter.
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Wiehe Westerndawy Bev
Weseeti
Serre
Sterling Hhosiery Compaany
Chicago
Marriage Announcement for Miss Betell McKinley and Mr White
An engagement notice reports Miss Betell McKinley of Grete te Drove G. White of Misseule plans marriage this week. The ceremony is set for a Crete venue with several acquaintances expected from Linesian-State Jv.
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Mise T
Chertrure Betell McKinley
Grete
G. White
Misseule
Crete
Mrs Kate Oliver Sustains Serious Fall On Sidewalk
Mrs Kate Oliver suffered a serious fall on the sidewalk when her foot slipped on a wet curb. She fractured her left wrist and was assisted by bystanders before medical aid arrived.
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Kate Oliver
Kate Oiliver
Oliver
Heer
Weary Willy 15 Set Off on Promised City Escape
A wanderer named George Pishker left the city after being apprehended by police in a state of agitation. Pudge M Archer confronted him and noted the man admitted plans to flee. The suspect faced possible fines and legal consequences before leaving custody.
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Willy” 15
Geerte Pishker
Pudge M. Archer
Pudge
Gieorte
Cele
Santa Claus Dominates Store Window Display
The H. M. Soennighsen store showcases a grand Christmas window scene with elaborate decorations, including a festive tree, garlands, and a grand fireplace setting. Santa Claus is presented as a central figure, drawing much street attention to the shop during the holiday displays.
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Chrisiimas
Larace
Fine Shetland Pony Stallion For Sale In Nebraska
Beautiful Shetland ponies for sale at all times and for the next 400 years unless I die. I have an extra fine stallion, the best in the state, for sale. Well broke for harness and saddle. Wm. Gilmour, Plattsmouth, Neb. R. F. D. No. 1.
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Wm. Gilmour
Plattsmouth
Neb. R. F. D. No
Public Library Sees Strong Support And Donations
A readable notice highlights generous donations to the Public Library, praising supporters and detailing how gifts will fund new programs, improve services, and extend literary resources. It notes thanks to patrons, including benefactors and volunteers, and mentions upcoming publishing and community outreach efforts.
Rumored Changes in Running of Trains on the Burlington
Railway officials discuss possible changes to Burlington line operations and schedule. Aimed at adjusting departure times and service to improve connections with Kansas City trains and mail delivery. Proposals mention a shift to earlier arrivals and modified stops for business errands.
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Burlington
Heaviest Loser Cc. L. Herger in Bakery Merger Debates
A garbled report notes Cc L Herger and Mr Warner in disputes over a bakery merger and promotions. It mentions Berger as a leading figure and hints at ongoing power struggles within the bakers and related industry factions.
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Hess
Bakers and Debatas
Warner
Berger
Emeer
Bakers
Turk of Fur
Hereer
Waener
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Coates
Journal Office
Delicat Asseum
Liance
Santa Glaus
H. M. Soennighsen
Public Library
Board of Control
Tee Deere
Brinda
Sampeen
Fee
Therimaira
Dooreta
Jopelien
Cc. L. Herger
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