The Fatal Dose Accident
A local death is ruled an accidental fatality from Carbolic acid with testimony noting habitual medicine use. George S. Carnahan, found dead in his Elmwood lodging, had recent plans including a Stove Creek assessor post and a pool hall purchase. The Elmwood Leader Echo report questions public misimpressions and details the inquest verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George S. Carnahan
Elmwood
Echo
Mr. Carnahan
Carnahan
Cernahan
Stove Creek
Gande
Baker
News Returns From Recorder Office A Baby Arrives
The recorder’s office yielded no news until yesterday when Mr. and Mrs. Schneider welcomed a baby girl. The child, named Henry, is staying at their home with both parents reported to be well.
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Recorder
Genies
Stork
Mrs. Schneider
Henry
Papa
Painter Robert McGregor Leaves Burlington for Riverton
Robert McGregor a Burlington painter who has spent about a year in local shops departed on the fast mail this afternoon for Riverton California where he plans to make his future home He is described as one of the finest young men and Riverton is congratulated on securing such a splendid citizen He expects to work at his trade in the golden west.
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Carnahan
Mr. Jeary
Mr. Carnahan
Robert McGregor
Burlington
Riverton
California
Robert
Mr. McGregor
Golden West
Pollard Proposes Public Building Funds for Plattsmouth
A Washington dispatch dated December 12 reports Representative Pollard introduced a bill to provide 75000 dollars for the purchase of a site and erection of a public building at Plattsmouth Nebraska. It also lists pension bills for Jamies A Long Douglas Otoe county 30 dollars Thaddeus H Woodard Bethany Lancaster county 30 Elam Allen Greenwood Cass county 375 and Captain Theodore Shaffer Weeping Water 30.
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Washington
Pollard
Plattsmouth
Nebraska
Jamies A. Long
Douglas
Otoe County
Thaddeus H. Woodard
Bethany
Lancaster County
Elam Allen
Greenwood
Cass County
Theodore Shaffer
Weeping Water
Neleighs Visit From Wisner Share Holidays
Former Plattsmouth residents Mr. and Mrs. Chas W Neleigh of Wisner visited Mrs. Neleighs parents, staying overnight. Mr Neleigh left for home to run a clothing business, while Mrs Neleigh remains to spend the holidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. J C York. They report Mr A E B Neleigh doing well on the farm with a good crop this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth
Chas
W Neleigh
Wisner
A. E. B. Neleigh
For Sale Five Poland China Hogs by C E Cook Plattsmouth
Five thoroughbred Poland China male hogs offered for sale by C E Cook of Plattsmouth. Extra fine stock ready for buyers seeking quality breeding animals.
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Poland
China
C. E. Cook
Plattsmouth
Divorce denied in Cruelty Case in District Court
In district court yesterday tax sale foreclosures were settled and tax cases finalized. Ethel M. Van Horn and E. C. Van Horn faced divorce action for cruelty but the decree was refused for lack of just cause. Cruelty noted as play, plea withdrawn, continuance granted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethel M. van Horn
E. C. van Horn
Democratic Banquet Set to Hear Bryan Keynote
William Jennings Bryan will sound the keynote at a dollar dinner in Lincoln January 15 under the state committee. The auditorium event aims to draw about one thousand attendees with county chairmen and other Democrats invited. Bryan is expected to deliver the campaign’s most important speech.
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William Jennings Bryan
Lincoln
Democratic State Committee
Bryan
Obituary Tribute For Plattsmouth Cyclist John D Robbins
A Lincoln friend recalls John D Robbins of Plattsmouth who died in Chicago last week while employed by Fairbanks Morse Co. He was a noted cyclist and League of American Wheelmen official, a former Lincoln newspaper worker, and college football player. Funeral held in Plattsmouth with most family present.
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John D. Robbins
Lincoln Journal
Plattsmouth
Chicago
Fairbanks, Morse & Co
Lincoln
Nebraska
Kansas
Iowa
League of American Wheelmen
Middle West
Fairbanks Company
Bush Robbins
Grand Junction
Colo
James Patterson
Los Angeles
Cal
Warner and Smith Travel to Kansas Farm Country
C H Warner and Andy Smith departed for Kansas to view a potential farm. Warner is eager about the region while Smith accompanies him to assess the area for possible relocation and home settlement.
The Christmas Business Debate and Public Spending
A public speaker argues against Christmas excess while others defend it as beneficial for business. The essay notes that households cut personal luxuries to buy gifts for family, boosting employment and economic activity. Advertisers and local shops are urged to read Journal ads and shop locally in Plattsmouth before heading to Omaha.
Surprise Their Old Neighbor Celebration At Barker Home
Friends and neighbors gathered at Mr. and Mrs. Barker’s home to honor their departure for Tekamah in spring. The event featured food, music, games, and gifts from numerous local residents. A playful wrestling incident injured Mr. Kittrell, treated by Dr. Livingston. he returned home that afternoon.
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W. H. Barker
Barker
Tekamah
Messrs and Mesdames
Russell Todd
A. L. Todd
Wm. Noxon
T. 8. Tidd
Wm. Schutz
J. F. Clagy
E. R. Todd
A. E. Todd
Andrew Smith
August Stuhlman
W. L. Thomas
Isabel A. Rouse
A. L. Zink
W. A. Rouse
Fredolph Nord
George Stander
Wm. Kittrall
John Lish
South Bend
Mr. Kittell
Financial Rebound Slows Amid Credit Strains and Dividend Fears
The market reversed after an initial rebound as short interest depleted and call money rose, easing expectations for year-end cash payments. Banks face heavy year-end credit needs, while interior demand remains strong. Dividend reductions loom as Amalgamated Copper mines close and railroad traffic slows, with scrip replacing cash dividends cited by Western Union and Atlantic Coast Line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Clearing House
New York
Amalgamated Copper Company
Western Union
Atlantic Coast Line
Final settlement of two Weeping Water estates approved
In County Court the final settlement of the estate of David Woodard deceased with administrator S. W. Orton was disposed of. The estate of John Tastl, also of Weeping Water, was settled as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Woodard
S. W. Orton
John Tastl
Asemissen Suffering Chickenpox Delays Window Display
Hugo Asemissen of A L Asemissen & Sons fell ill with chickenpox a week before Christmas, delaying the store window dressing. Managers expect a quick recovery and a helper will complete the display in his absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugo Asemissen
A. L. Asemissen & Sons
Manley Elevator Case Moves Toward Supreme Court
Attorney Rawles, awaiting at the Burlington station in Omaha, said he hopes for a speedy favorable termination of the Manley Elevator Co. suit seeking a siding to its Manley elevator before the Supreme Court. He travels to oversee the case this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Co. A. Rawles
Omaha
Manly Elevator Company
Manley
Supreme Court
Rawles
Burlington
Louisville Horse Thief Frauds Through Lincoln Pursuit
A horse and buggy stolen near Louisville prompts a nationwide style chase. Sheriff Quinton and Adams county officers trace the rig to Hastings via a man suspected as Frank Brown, arresting him after a lengthy pursuit. Henry Petit pleads guilty in a separate case, receiving one year in the penitentiary. A Tecumseh note covers John Hasenyager taking a duties post at a North Platte station, with family plans to move after a sale on December 27.
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Fred Wren
Louisville
Sheri Quinton
Raymond
Lincoln
Uncle Sam
Wm. Laronett
Frank Brown
Hastings
Mr. Quinton
Adams County
Mr. Brown
Quinton
Sesternday
Havi
Worrel
Asylum For
M. E. Manspeaker
Hastile
Brown
Henry Petit
Archer
Petit
Wren
cArlee
Wihlen J
Rayintial
Thoril
Tar Emsler
Wheels of Justice
Tecumseh
Neb
John J. Hasenvager
Herlsman
Sub-Tate
North Platte
Hasenyager
Hyyager
Murray
James Allison
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Earth
Geo. Steele Carnahan
Will
C. H. Warner
Andy Smith
Sunny
Mr. Warner
Mr. Smith
Journal
Times
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