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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1908
Page
1
A Christmas gathering at the Masonic Home in Omaha features a secret delivery of gifts from lodges and friends, a festive breakfast and dinner, and heartfelt toasts. Elder residents receive small jewelry envelopes, with tributes to Dudley, the matron, and the founders, ending with a reflective note on departed loved ones.
The Ruffner family hosted a Christmas dinner yesterday with Dr. Roy Dodge and wife from Omaha Sperry and Horace Ruffner also from Omaha Edwin G. Ruffner of Silver Creek Robi Black and Miss Harriet Kearney attended The Ruffners missed their son William and wife from St Louis who could not attend due to his involvement as a witness in a Louisiana lawsuit The gathering nevertheless enjoyed a fine day and good company.
Chas F Morton offers an eight months old bull for town service. Fee one dollar when cow is served. The bull's sire won first premium at this year's Nebraska State Fair and is an imported animal. Charles Cook.
The writer warns hunters to stay off his property or risk an accident, describing inexperienced hunters as prone to mishaps and urging respect for the land and safety.
Yesterday marked the 76th anniversary of Conrad Schlater, a well known veteran. He celebrated with his children on Christmas Day, enjoying good health and the comforts of life. Friends across the country rejoiced at his longevity and wished him many more anniversaries.
Spworth League members plan an annual New Years Eve reception at Sunnyside the home of Mr and Mrs C E Wescott on High School Hill from to 10 p m An address will be delivered by Prof Rouse of Peru a well known speaker and the public is invited to attend.
The Christmas cantata Santa Claus presented by Methodist church members drew a large crowd. Don C York and Mrs C S Johnson led notable performances with Father Earth and Mrs Earth roles. Miss Ina Miller provided music while John Benfer crafted the festive decorations and patients at Immanuel Hospital received holiday attention.
Matthew Gering returned to Newton Iowa after winning a verdict for the plaintiff in Michael J. Hughes vs Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway. Hughes of West Point Nebraska lost a leg when the Rock Island train started as he attempted to leave at a water tank. The jury awarded 15000 on a 20000 claim amid a heated defense. appeal to the supreme court is possible.
Mrs. Henry Boeck hosted her brothers and families for Christmas dinner. Present were Frank Young and wife, A. R. Young and wife, D. A. Young and wife and daughters Lena Clara and Rex. The group recalled early Cass county days while enjoying a fine meal.
Judge Travis held a brief district court session canceling the Pickett vs Gering relator suit. The case against former Mayor Gering was dismissed as moot with comments on pleadings and overall conduct. Other matters included rulings in Carroll v Elmwood and estate real estate sale in Edgerton, with bond set at 600 dollars and default against unknown heirs in Sharp case.
The Journal learns from a postcard dated Thermopolis Wyoming that Mr. and Mrs. Wilmot C. Ford of Thermopolis welcomed a six pound boy named Charles Emil on December 14. Mrs. Ford is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Walters of our city, explaining Mr. Walters unusual behavior and his new title as a Foxy Grandpa.
Advertiser Theo L. Amick of Mynard Nebraska seeks a small dwelling house for immediate purchase and removal from its lot. Anyone with a building for sale should notify the advertiser.
Former mayor Henry R. Gering was summoned to a city council meeting at Councilman Faber's office and surprised with a gold mounted umbrella engraved Presented to H. R. Gering ex mayor by the city officials of Plattsmouth Neb. President Sattler led the presentation and praised Gering for his service and devotion to the city. Councilman J. W. Bookmeyer headed the arrangements planning committee.
Notice records the sudden death of David M. Lloyd at his Murray Nebraska home on December 22 1908 aged 63 years 11 months and 19 days. It notes his birth January 3 1845 in Washington County New York and his long residence in Cass County with surviving son Albert sister Jennie Totten and brothers Jos T J W and Geo Lloyd. funeral details name pallbearers and interment at Young cemetery two miles northeast of Murray. The piece also mentions County Clerk Rosencrans return from a South Texas land trip and interest in Bermuda colony lands near Gardendale and San Antonio.
The community learns of the death of James Skoumal after illness. He was a popular Bohemian resident, member of M. W. A. Eagles T. J. Sokol, and Burlington Voluntary Relief. Funeral arrangements to be announced in Monday’s issue.
A large Christmas gathering was hosted at J. M. Roberts home with about forty guests. Attendees included Hon. W. H. Newell and wife, Jas W. Newell and wife, Mrs. Stewart of Marquette Neb, Mrs. Shopp of this city, Miss Bernice Newell, and Grandma Atwood.
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