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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1906

Page

4

Plattsmouth Journal Notice Fragment

Plattsmouth Journal from Plattsmouth Nebraska shows a fragmentary notice naming Bates and a postal storage reference. The unreadable text suggests a postal or legal notice context but lacks full details or dates.

War hero Theodore Roosevelt wins Norwegian Peace Prize

Iconic figure Theo dore Roosevelt honored with the Norwegian Peace Prize for his efforts in promoting diplomacy and ending conflicts. The announcement highlights Roosevelt's long career in public service and his international leadership.

Theodore Roosevelt

When Our State Rights Are Taken Away

A reflection on national sovereignty citing Roosevelt I and Prime Minister Root as counterweights to centralized power. The line underscores concerns over erosion of state autonomy and the potential for imperial or executive overreach in governance.

Roosevelt I Root

Rough waters arise for Bellamy Storer as Treppy braces in ride

The passage remarks Treppy as a rough water and rider, noting Bellamy Storer’s likely belief that trouble has followed to this point.

Treppy Bellamy Storer

Modesty Martyr in Philadelphia Street Scene

A Philadelphia woman refused to pull up her stocking in a crowded street, losing $100 to preserve modesty, a gesture praised as a martyr's stand.

Philadelphia

Pernars Seeks Scientific Kitchen Prep for Teachers

Pernars, a Pennsylvania school director, proposes applying scientific methods to meal preparation for teachers who have not met expectations. He argues such an approach could boost morale and efficiency in school kitchens.

Pernars Pennsylvania

Get Rich Quick Advice Sparks Peddlers Trust Plan

Rockermiune urges an ambitious soap seller to form a peddlers trust as a swift path to wealth. The quote frames a persistent habit as an inescapable factor in the venture.

Rockermiune

Quote on tax and crime deterrence sparks reform talk

A voice declares that criminals escaping punishment by cash will face a new order, insisting no trust criminals have yet been sent to the penitentiary and urging tougher justice. The remark links payoffs to stripes warning of broader reform.

Linwiwors Minister Hypnotizes Congregations

A minister in Linwiwors claims the ability to hypnotize his hearers while the state seeks ministers who can keep congregations awake. Differences in longitude may explain the variance in attention.

Linwiwors

Federal control of California schools sparks heated debate

The speaker condemns President Roosevelt's push for federal takeover of California public schools, warning in a strong national context that such a policy could cause revolution and ultimately lead to paralyzing despotism across the United States.

Roosevelt California

President oversteps on disbanding troops says the paper

The article argues that despite constitutional limits the president acted to disband a battalion of negro troops without congressional power. It asserts a lawful path existed to address those with guilty knowledge of the Brownsville murder, which the president ignored with audacity.

United States Army Navy Congress Brownsville Russia

Roosevelt Aims to Send Congress Power to Dismiss Officers

The text argues that granting the president sole power to dismiss any army or navy officer would corrupt service and make it a mockery, claiming even honorable soldiers would fear the unpredictable whims of a nonmilitary executive capable of incalculable harm.

Roosevelt Congress Army Navy

Ax editor laments trying to please all subscribers

The editor recalls earlier days of running a paper, admitting readers’ tastes are diverse and impossible to satisfy. He states the aim is to please oneself, noting even pleasing a spouse constantly is nearly impossible.

Roosevelt handiwork admired by Mrs Storer and Bellamy

Mrs Storer states that she and Bellamy helped make Roosevelt, reflecting on their complacent view of the outcome and their influence in the process.

Vatican Denies Storer Asked Favors in Ambassa dor Note Case

The Vatican and a lawyer deny Storer sought favors or carried the ambassador’s note to Rome as investigators probe the veracity of the alleged plot.

Vatican Storer Rome

Republican lawmakers voice fear on approving their own pay raise

The article notes Republicans in Congress showing timidity about granting themselves a pay raise without public consent. It highlights political pressure and worries over voter reaction as a central theme of the debate.

Congress

Ex Senator Burton Plans Book on Downfall Allegations

Former Kansas senator Burton vows to write a book detailing his alleged downfall and to honor those he says caused his political ruin. He hints at naming individuals he believes were responsible.

Burton Kansas

Wisconsin lobbyist as model for Nebraska legislature

A writer from Wisconsin described as a “people's” lobbyist crafts all bills for the legislature and earns a high salary, prompting the writer to suggest Nebraska adopt a similar paid professional to influence lawmaking.

Wisconstn People’s Lobbist Nebraska

Christmas Advertisers Offer Fresh Bargains In Journal

Tim readers should peruse the advertisements before buying Christmas goods. Go direct to advertisers to secure brand new merchandise at great bargains. No old shop-worn stock for this season. The fellow who keeps and does not advertise.

Tim The Journal

Local Seer Predicts Mild Winter From Autumn Equinox Winds

An elderly resident forecasts a gentle winter based on wind direction at the autumnal equinox observed over several years. He asserts the prevailing southeast wind signals a mild season with most winter winds blowing from that direction.

Secretary Hitchcock’s Fight to Shield Public Property Ends

The article praises Secretary Hitchcock for uncovering 500 land fraud indictments and convicting ninety defendants, crediting him with safeguarding public property from corrupt interests. It notes his exit from the cabinet as due to being too zealous and suggests more discretion might have extended his tenure.

Hitencock Hitchcock

Complacency Over Secretary Shaw and Bankers in Hard Times

The nation shows calm about Secretary Shaw and bankers amid stringency. Farmers move cash through banks to the treasury while cotton and grain farmers wait for funds. The secretary plans to deposit 10 million in banks and another 10 million in bonds, boosting Christmas money, with more money sought if needed.

Shaw Treasury

Hout pay trade opens as buyers scan for bargains

Market observers report brisk activity as shoppers pore over the paper for discounted prices and deals. Retailers note rising foot traffic and renewed selling pressure across categories, signaling a healthy consumer mood.

Is This Season of Cheer or Grin Fears?

Fragmentary remark notes holiday spirit and social expectations. The line suggests pressure to appear cheerful and concealting inner feelings during a festive period.

Women Misinterpret Men’s Christmas Gift Preferences

A fragment notes that some women believe men in the household value slippers as Christmas presents. The line hints at gendered gift expectations without broader context or figures.

Roosevelt Demands Could Create Want Column in Record

A satirical note suggests that if President Roosevelt continues to press for reforms, the Congressional Record may need a dedicated want column. The remark reflects public frustration with ongoing demands and the push for legislative action.

Roosevelt Congressional

Silent Casa Hangs On Until Elections

A cautious mood settles as Casa remains asleep and the defeated party faces a long wait until the next elections when honor and political fate may shift.

Casa

Philippines Seeks 120 More Teachers Amid Invasion Fears

The government aims to hire 120 teachers to strengthen public schools as tensions rise with a potential Japanese invasion. Officials warn of strain on education and rally support for rapid recruitment to protect schooling in crisis times.

Tax Philippines

Spelling Confusion Sparks Widespread Wire Mixups

When puzzled at the national capital about spelling there is little cause for wonder that ordinary mortals get their wires crossed on this proposition.

Farmer's Winter Promise of Joy and Comfort

A farmer, in early winter, imagines the joy of abundance with barns and smokehouses full. He looks forward to weeks of solid comfort, savoring the security of stored provisions and steady rural routine.

Connecticut girls kill big snake with hat pins

Four Connecticut girls surrounded a large snake and stabbed it to death with hat pins, prompting the Fremont Tribune to remark that if Eve had a hat pin she might have spared others from trouble.

Connecticut Fremont Tribune Eve

Christmas Waiscoats Plea From Washington Ladies

A Washington letter notes Mrs. Roosevelts and other prominent women making waiscoats as Christmas gifts for husbands. The piece observes husbands wish wives would not knit them, and that Christmas joy is often dulled by New Year bill totals.

Washington Mrs. Roosevelt

Pollard Vindicated Says Lincoln State Journal

The Lincoln State Journal declares Congressman Pollard thoroughly vindicated. It adds Nebraskans deserve similar vindication for the Old Journal through payment of 55000 to the state treasury before any discussion of vindication is proper.

Lincoln State Journal Pollard Nebraska Old Journal Treasur

Roosevelt backs income tax in message to Congress

The president argues for an income tax in his message, challenging Republican papers that criticized Wm J Bryan for supporting one. If Bryan is wrong on this issue, Roosevelt may share the same error. Bryan could sue Roosevelt over infringing on the party platform and echoing its core points. The message reads as strongly democratic in places.

Roosevelt Wm. J. Bryan Bryan Congress

Congressman's Duel Over Spelling Sparks Capitol Fight

A dispute erupts as Congressmen clash over spelling standards in a large appropriation bill. The House committee backs Webster over Roosevelt, risking a veto clash with the president. A resolution to resolve the dictionary row hinges on Speaker Cannon and loyal leaders.

DI Armond House Committee On Appropriations House Roosevelt Cannon

Secretary Root Speech Sparks Protests in New York

Demonstrations of disapproval followed Secretary Root's revolutionary speech in New York on Wednesday night. The protests argue that a heady president and a cabinet officer who holds the constitution in contempt would be powerless to alter the institutions that have made the United States wealthy and powerful in little more than a century.

Root New York United States

Progressive Merchants of Plattsmouth Advertise Bargains

Read the advertisements of Plattsmouth merchants who invite you to come and see their goods. They offer bargains not found elsewhere, so visit and patronize those who courteously ask for your trade.

Plattsmouth

Secretary Shaw Warns of Disaster After Prosperity

Secretary Shaw issues a stark warning on national prosperity urging those who still pray to seek divine salvation for the country. He declares complete disaster is bound to come after unparalleled prosperity and expresses grave concern about the Republican Party’s direction.

Shaw Republican Party

Proposal to admit Chinese workers to solve domestic labor

The article argues that letting in Chinese immigrants would fill domestic servant roles, noting the belief they are capable cooks and house servants. It contends this would not compete with American labor since Americans only take such work when forced.

Merchant Ad Offers Ratpaste Turpentine Candies Oysters

A neighbor’s local paper carries an ad for varied goods including ratpaste turpentine mixed candies nuts oranges bon bons fresh oysters celery cabbage and figs in pound boxes. The dealer invites requests if a desired item is not displayed.

Indiana man dies with 2500 tacks by bedside

A cigarette fiend died in Indiana recently with a box of 2,500 tacks by his bed. His sole regret was leaving them behind for someone else to smoke.

Indiana

Kansas Congressman Opposes Salary Raise

A Kansas congressman argues against increasing congressional salaries noting current pay exceeds what nine-tenths of members earn locally. He urges given members a chance to prove themselves before any raise.

Kansas

Mail carrier may accept gifts on routes for Christmas

A mail carrier may accept Christmas gifts when not solicited and, if he has made friends on his route, he should be the luckiest man in the county.

National house grants raises to top officials despite gift hesitation

The national body weighed Christmas gifts as raises for members but approved higher officials’ increases, choosing a graceful gesture for the latter while delaying broader member benefits.

National House

War aid appointments expand president's military household

Three more war aids for the White House have been appointed. The president's military household has grown toward royal court proportions.

White House

Affectionate Letters in Tucson Season Brightens Kin Ties

The proper season in Tus is ideal for writing heartfelt letters to relatives who can support and respond, strengthening family bonds as spring approaches.

President to Persist With Simplified Spelling in Private Letters

The president will maintain simplified spelling in private correspondence to illustrate consistency in approach. This stance signals a continued preference for plain language in personal notes and informal communication.

Storers Decide Not to Occupy Washington House This Winter

The Storers will not stay in their Washington residence this season as the quarters are deemed too cramped for them. They have ended their winter occupancy plans and will likely seek alternative arrangements.

Washington

New Missouri Pacific Time Table to Start Next Sunday

Nebraska City News reports a new Missouri Pacific timetable with a morning passenger train between the city and Lincoln, connecting at Weeping Water, and an afternoon Lincoln to here run. Lincoln departures and arrivals are 3 15 PM and 6 40 PM, boosting regional service. Emperor William threatens dissolution of the Reichstag if it does not assist his army amid Roosevelts prerogatives.

Missouri Pacific Lincoln Omaha Weeping Water Nebraska City Nebraska City News William Roosevelt Reichstag

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