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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1908

Page

2

Jackson cars showcased at Council Bluffs warehouse

The Pioneer Implement Company builds a cement Jackson car warehouse in Council Bluffs as Western distributor. Walter Thomas of Plattsmouth leads Cass County Jackson interests and offers demonstrations or escort to the corn show to view the west’s most complete auto line.

Pioneer Implement Company Council Bluffs Western Distributing Agency Jackson Walter Thomas Plattamouth Cass County

Various Omaha travelers and local visits noted in Cass County Journal

A string of names report travel to Omaha by early trains and fast mail. Residents including Jonda Hallie Kumbala Lippert Ruffner and others visit the city. several return home by morning trains. Also reported are a Lincoln marriage license for Herman Oaken and Olive Wright and local social visits. Nearby fishing figures Patterson and Dynamite Pete bring notable catches with Henry Patterson gifting a fish.

Majoras of Lincoln City John Gilson Herman Oaken Olive Wright Engle Congrove Cass Patterson

Electric Bitters Proclaimed Remedy by Ark Resident

W C Kieatler of Halliday Arkansas touts Electric Bitters as a cure for malaria stomach troubles and general debility. The ad claims the medicine purifies blood tones nerves and restores vigor with a money back guarantee at F G Fricko Co.'s drug store.

W. C. Kieatler Halliday, Ark F. G. Fricko & Co

Burdock Bitters Health Claim Ad Promotes Wellness

An old advertisement extols Burdock Bitters as a remedy to build health and vitality. It contrasts healthful living with illness and positions the product as a key aid to staying well.

Burdock Bitters

Beck welcomes newborn daughter at six miles west

Our German friend J. N. Beck, six miles west of town, visited Tuesday with a broad smile due to a baby girl born last Saturday. Both mother and child are reported well. He added that his sister Miss Marie of Omaha was visiting at his home.

J. N. Beck Littlene

For Sale A Snap Millinery Stock Cheaper

For sale a clean stock of millinery offered at low prices. Inquiries encouraged, see Miss Goehry in Louisville Nebraska for particulars. Accidents happen but Dr Thomas Electric Oil eases pain and aids healing in emergencies.

Miss Goehry Louisville Neb Dr. Thomas’ Electric

Butchering Time Advertises Quick Services

Independent telephone number 202 lists John Murray Jr. offering urgent butchering services. The terse note signals readiness to perform various slaughtering tasks on short notice.

Independent Telephone John Murray, Jr

Merchant Makes a Call from Cedar Creek

J Wolff a Cedar Creek merchant visiting the city to attend to business. He runs a leading general merchandise store in Case County and enjoys a strong local trade. He is praised for integrity and fair dealing, and his name is respected. He called at the office during his stay.

Peter Spader Osmond Neb Mr. Spader J. Wolff Cedar Creek Wolff Case County

Marriage License Granted in Weeping Water

County Judge Beeson issued a license to Folkert B.hckel 28 and Martha Lorena Rockwell 17 both of Weeping Water. Miss Rockwell is the daughter of A. M. Rockwell of the city.

Beeson Folkert Bhckelman Martha Lorena Rockwell Rockwell A. M. Rockwell That City

It Is a Wonder Chamberlain Haiment for Rheumatic Pain

The Haiment is praised as a wonderful preparation for rheumatic pains lame back sprains and bruises with quick relief. Priced 25 cents small 60 cents for a large size. Sold by F. G. Fricke & Co.

F. G. Fricke & Co

Platte Mouth Visitor Herman Richter Spotted Monday

Herman Richter visited Platte Mouth on Monday, a brief local sighting noted by residents.

Herman Richter Plattemouth

Conserving Resources and Common Sense for Citizens

A critical op ed urges true conservation of natural resources and broader aims. The author argues for honesty in public life, stronger performance by public servants, and integrity among leaders, condemning political tricks and hypocrisy. The piece warns against relying on fake scientists and demands practical wisdom.

Congress

Court Petitions Filed For Executrix and Administrators

County Court actions include filing to appoint Mrs. Levi Rusterholtz executrix of Levi Rusterholtz estate with M. Archer attorney. Petitions seek administrator for James Dyer Greenwood estate and guardian for Dyer heirs with B. Polk representing. Final settlement in Fred Kroehler estate. administrator released and bondsmen discharged. Petition seeks administrator for Capt. J. C. White Elmwood estate.

Levi Rusterholtz M. Archer Beeson James Dyer Greenwood Dyer B. Polk Fred Kroehler J. C. White Elmwood

Trains Run Ahead of Schedule on Missouri Pacific Line

Missouri Pacific trains were all on time across stations on Monday causing passengers to be left behind. Nebraska City News notes a likely personnel shakeup as punctuality defies the usual rules and the road’s superintendent may be on vacation.

Missouri Pacific Railway Nebraska City News

Chamberlain's Salve Heals Kezema and Salt Rheum Quickly

The intense itching from Kezema and Salt Rheum is eased almost at once by Chamberlain's Salve. Many severe cases have been cured by it and the product is sold by F. G. Fricke & Co.

Chamberlain F. G. Fricke & Co

Davis Com pany's Luge and Tonight's Southern Melodrama Card

Last night the Parmele stage interrupted by a power fail delayed the show of the Davis Company. Miss Dolly Crawford entertained during the outage and tonight presents In Dixie Land with lights assured. Saturday offers The Whole Damm Family with a five dollar gold piece prize. Tomorrow night features Lady Audley's Secret. the company earns strong support from this paper.

Parmele Mr. Davis Virginia Dolly Crawford Miss Crawford Light Company Dixie Land J. Warren Davis Neht Damm Lady Audley M. EB. Braddon

Accidental Fall From Railroad Bridge In Louisville

A man from Sarpy county was thrown twelve feet from the Missouri Pacific Platte river bridge in Louisville on Sunday evening by railroad workers on a velocipede. He landed in the river channel, swam to safety, and suffered only a cold bath with no lasting injuries. The injured man's name was not learned.

Louisville Neb Sarpy County Missouri Pacific Platte River Bridge

A Dangerous Operation and a Quack Dr Kings New Life

A fragment notes an appendix removal by a surgeon and mocks a so called Dr Kings New Life as dangerous. It claims the remedy causes constipation headache delirium and malaria and sells for 25 cents at Fricke and Co’s drug store.

Dr. King F. G Fricke & Co

Also Mentioned on This Page

Cas Pioneer Implement CO Iowa Jacksons Mee T. J. Jonda Omaha John S. Hallie Mive Joe Kumbala HT. Lippert Earl Santa Clus J. Manspeaker Mies Kittle Smith Hog. Vanhorn Mr. Vanhorn Pauline Oldham Dora Moore Ed. Darker Plainview Ned P. E. Ruffner Roy Dodge Ed. Kirkpatrick Nehawka Fred H. Gorder Fred Gorder Mr. Gorder F. G. Egenberger Egenberger Mr. Smith Johan McNurlin Schuyler Cullom Dovey E. G. Dovey & Son Merchant Davis Company Luge Poultry Clarinda Poultry, Batter and Egg Company Zuckweiler & Luts Seoeraser Bevten
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