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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1907

Page

8

Local Notes Highlight Births Marriages and Accidents

Birth announced for a boy to Mr. and Mrs. Henry In helder on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. William Murdoch announce engagement of daughter Mabel Marie to James Madison DeLezene with wedding planned at the family home on December 26. A five-year-old breaks his left forearm after a barnyard accident. another boy, Theodore Stander, injures his forehead while coasting. J. A. Ellers of Dunbar takes charge of the Speaker Hotel, planning renovations and a name change. An article praises South Dakota’s mining and landscapes, and a curing tale credits Dr King’s New Discovery for a child’s recovered health. druggists Fricke & Co. selling 50c and $1.00 bottles with trial bottle free.

Henry Inhelder Wm. Stohlman Omaha William Murdoch Mabel Marie James Madison DeLezene Chas. Ahl Theodore Stander C. A. Richey Courier South Dakota Mound City E. D. Clapp Mrs. Clapp Dr. King F. G. Fricke & Co

Nehawka Local Notes and Town Happenings

Plattsmouth visitor Ray Denson stayed with Mrs. Hanson. Frank Trotter reports full rheumatic cure after Burlington Junction Springs. Dr. Slattery of Lincoln treated Mrs. Straub and queried land price at $100. Ralph Opp’s depot setback caused a wreck and oyster loss. Nehawka Stone Co plans injunction over large shipments. Smallpox scare with a misdiagnosis. Wilcox treated patient. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy praised by Geo. Springs, N.C. observers.

the Keister Ray Denson Plattsmouth Ralph Opp Missouri Pacific Peter Opp Mr. Bullock Nehawka Stone Company Cunningham Hansen Dr. Wilcox

Doan's Kidney Pills Bring Relief for Plattsmouth Woman

Mrs M S Burk of Plattsmouth reports rapid back pain relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills. She suffered kidney complaints for years, with severe attacks that once kept her bedridden. Her husband bought the pills at Gering & Co.'s drug store, and she credits them with removing pain and urinary troubles. Sold by dealers at 5 cents. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo NY, agents for US. Remember the name Doan's.

Plattsmouth M.S. Burk Corner Third and Dyke Streets Dean Gering & Co Doan Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo New York United States

Stander Visits Rev Jung in Texas and Keeps Louisville Ties

James Stander visits Rev. and Mrs. G. Jung near Taylor Texas. The Jungs report good health and a strong German school and church, while missing Louisville friends. They praise productive land but mud hampers farming in wet weather. locals anticipate better times and ample living.

Texas James Stander G. Jung Taylor South Louisville Jung Germany Kew United States

Supreme court limits malt extract as intoxicant in Luther case

The Supreme Court ruled a judge cannot assume malt extract is intoxicating. John A. Luther, a Harlan county druggist, was fined for selling malt as intoxicating liquor. He may prove the malt extract is harmless. The offense rests on selling intoxicants without a license. Also advertise Chamberlain's Slave for skin diseases by F. G. Fricke & Co.

Supreme Court John A. Luther Harlan County

Greenwood Improves Says Guardian Visits County Court

E B Craig of Greenwood attended a settlement in the county court regarding Elmer Barnett who has reached adulthood. He noted Greenwood has improved more in the past year than in the 20 years since he moved there, and praised the town as one of eastern Nebraska’s prettiest.

E. B. Craig Greenwood Elmer Barnett Craig Nebraska

Death by own hand of Omaha businessman

J Frank Carpenter, secretary of the Carpenter Paper Co in Omanha Neb, shot himself after supper following seven weeks of insomnia and illness. He helped build a large wholesale paper business with his three brothers and had recently overseen a new eight story warehouse and a home for his family.

Omanha Neb J. Frank Carpenter Carpenter Paper Company Carpenter Oklahoma Wyoming

Pollard Earns Key Agricultural Committee Seat

Ernest M. Pollard of Nebraska’s First district joins the agricultural committee, a post the Herald says he has long coveted and understands scientifically. Though not the strongest Nebraskan in Congress, his life study of agriculture supports the belief he will advance Nebraska interests.

Ernest M. Pollard Nebraska Agricultural Committee Herald Pollard Congress

Married at Akron Colorado

Newton Will and his bride of one day surprised the Akron community by returning to the couple’s home after their wedding in Akron. They will reside in Akron this winter where Mrs Will operates a millinery store and decide their future after the season ends. The couple had previously sold their western ranch interests. The Journal extends congratulations.

Newton Will Akron Lena Gilcrest Will Newton

Mrs J M Young to Attend Albia Wedding

Mrs J M Young and her daughter Mrs Ralph Godwin left this morning for Albia Iowa to attend the wedding of Miss Maude Ethel Eastlake and Wm Peter Sen tomorrow. They expect to be away three or four days.

J. M. Young Ralph Godwin Albia Iowa

Bates Suffers Bad Thumb Cut at Parmele Theatre

T. J. Bates, who recently completed a scenery dock at Parmele Theatre, cut his thumb very badly while handling unloading duties and will be out of work for an extended period.

T. J. Bates Parmele Theatre

Wreck on Missouri Pacific near Howe blocks passenger flow

A Friday wreck near Howe on the Missouri Pacific rail line involved a freight train breaking a defective rail. Twelve cars, eleven loaded with coal, piled in the ditch but no injuries occurred as the engine and waycar stayed on track. The passenger train was redirected via Falls City to Nebraska City with a mail and passenger train combination sent to meet it.

Auburn Howe Missouri Pacific Railway Falls City Burlington Nebraska City

Donelan Funeral Held After Tragic Loss in Lincoln

The funeral for John A. Donelan was held from A. W. White's residence at 2 pm with Rev. Canon Burgess delivering the address. Mrs. Donelan's grief kept the service quiet as friends from Weeping Water arrived by special train. Donelan, born in 1872 and aged just over 35, grew up in the city, worked in banking in Weeping Water, later moved to Lincoln for treatment after a series of appendicitis problems. The remains were interred at Oak Hill cemetery.

John A. Donelan A. W. White Canon Burgess H. D. Reed F. A. Reed J. W. Calvert A. G. Wellenseth 5. D. Switzer Orlando Tefft CC. E. Tefft Co. W. Bish W. D. Bish H. J. Davis J. B. Hungate E. T. Marshall W. S. Barnes J. R. Sherman BE. S. Rexford J. W. Teegarden Floyd Wolcott H. B. Wolcott J. W. Woodford J. M. Woodford C. E. Day J. H. Andrus J. I. Curly S. F. Gerondit Oak Hill Cemetery

Horse accident injures Chas Barnard near Will Jean farm

At Charles Jean's home three miles SW of town, Chas Barnard was kicked and crushed by a horse while butchering with the Jean families. The horse fell on him, dislocating his left shoulder and tearing gashes on his forehead and face. Dr. Livingston treated the injuries and reduced the dislocation. He remained in pain but thankful for the outcome.

Charles Jean Chas Barnard Mr. Barnard Will Jean Jean Frank Jean Charlie J.S. Livingston

Coal Satisfaction Signal In Kitchen Music Offer

A sign promotes easy coal ordering from the local office and yard. It claims the Trenton mine output is unmatched and peerless, noting the fuel we handle has no superior anywhere and is equal in few places.

Trenton

Passed Examination After Foley Kidney Cure

James Donahue of New Brittan Connecticut reports after trying several remedies and doctors for diabetes he failed to improve until using Foley's Kidney Cure. After two bottles he improved and five bottles cured him completely and he passed a life insurance examination. Foley's Kidney Cure claims to cure backache and all forms of kidney and bladder trouble. F Fricke and Co.

Abraham Brown Winterton N. Y F. G. Frick & Co James Donahue New Brittan Conn Foley Fricke & Co

Improved Order of Red Men Grow Membership in Omaha Area

The Improved Order of Red Men reports steady growth with a large class admitted last night earning degrees and becoming “Big Indians.” Local and South Omaha members, including Thomas Walling and Emil Walters, assisted, with refreshments served after the ceremony. A Dean’s Regulats promotion appears amid the piece.

Thomas Walling Emil Walters Adolph Wesch A. G. Bach Walter Godenour Perry Utterbach W. Kruger Chas. Richards H. G. Bat

Women and Health in Marriage and Motherhood

A vintage health feature extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for women, claiming it strengthens weak organs after marriage and childbirth. It cites benefits for nursing and expectant mothers, notes no alcohol, and touts extensive endorsements. The article warns against overreliance on miracles and discusses other Dr. Pierce products and claims of professional backing. It frames pelvic health as central to appearance and vitality, urging readers to seek recognized remedies.

Esas Pierce Dr. Pierce R. V. Pierce Invalids Piasco Medion” Aeies Kibaray

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