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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1903

Page

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Local Briefs Roundup From Plattsmouth and Vicinity

Local notes report A C Carey Union visiting city Saturday and Henry Vick Gretna on business Friday. J H Davis Weeping Water and L C Parmelo Nehawka called on county seat. Mrs A R Smith Wymore visiting relatives in Plattsmouth. Parade of names continues with Parmele orchestra at Turner hall and a mask ball.

A.C. Carey Union Warl Bros Henry Vick Gretna J. H. Davis Weeping Water L. C. Parmelo Chicago L. C. Pollard Nehawka A. R. Smith Wymore Plattsmouth F. J. Hennings Cedar Creek Judge Newell William Baird St. Joseph Albin Parmele Orchestra Turner Hall Fred W. L.‘hnboff Geo. L. Farley the News The Press Association Hastings Charles Grimes Naha E. E. Hilton Neb Clara Dovey Copa Alpha Society Lincoln Grand Mask Hall Will Stadelman Independent Telephone Company Kearney George Rickert Catharina M. Smith Elmwood Hans Rathman Platte Mutual Insurance Company C. A. Marshall Turner Ball Max Schultz Omaha Henrietta Stapper W. H. Pitzer Co.c Nebraska National Guards Nebraska City Fred B. Wolfe Shenandoah Jow Maggie Mickle Avoca G.H. Gilmore Murray W. M. Troop R. W. Swearingen Perry Utterback I. N. Ryckman Pacific Junction Byckman Utterback Frank Baird J.T. Porter

Cattle Disease Reported in County Pasture

A seasonal cattle illness has caused cattle deaths in parts of the county. The disease, similar to outbreaks in eastern Iowa and Missouri, is linked to a black substance on damp cornstalk fodder. Authorities say it is not contagious and persists as long as cattle eat the fodder, worsening with damp, cold weather.

Iowa Missouri

Letter praising Triner bitters from Dillonvale resident

Mr W Beranek of Dillonvale Ohio writes to Jos Tuiner Chicago praising Triner American Elixir of Bitter Wine and Angelica Bitter Tonic. He claims the Bitter Wine helped his ailing wife perform household duties again and that Angelica Bitters greatly aided his stomach. He urges ladies to try Triner products at drugstores or from the manufacturer. signature and dates not shown.

W. Beranek Dillonvale Ohio Jos Tanner Tunner Triner Ashland Avenue Chicago

Mrs Kniss Hosts Feb 7 Surprise Party for Pearl

Mrs A K Kniss of Murray hosted a social gathering for her daughter Pearl on February 7. The event featured various amusements and oysters served around 10 o clock. Attendees included Isabele Young Anna Richter Hazel Cline Mesara James Mrasek Roy Cline Herman Smith Paul Richter Edward Kniss Lee Kniss James Smith Gerald Royal Alfred Dean J L Smith John Beadle and Mr and Mrs Peter Smith.

A. K. Kniss Murray Miss Pearl Isabele Young Anna Richter Hazel Cline Mesara James Joe Mrasek Roy Cline Herman Smith Paul Richter Edward and Lee Kniss James Smith Gerald Royal Alfred Dean J. L. Smith John C. Beadle Peter Smith

Showman presses libel suit over town visit

Charley faces possible jail if he does not retract statements about a show that visited the town. Atall, the showman, demands a retraction while editor Graves warns editors are not liable for truth. The piece notes warnings and possible legal action in Cass County.

Bro. Graves Union Ledger Atall Charley Cass County

Car famine on the Missouri Pacific worries farmers and merchants

The Missouri Pacific line’s car famine keeps farmers and grain men worried as business halts along the route. Some grain moves via Murray and Mynard to Plattsmouth, but elevators on the M P are full and markets scarce.

Missouri Pacific Murray Mynard Plattsmouth M. P

Divine services at St Luke's on February 15th

The Rt Rev Coadjutor Bishop of the Pirogese will officiate at Sunday evening services at St Luke's Church February 15 at 7 30. All are invited to attend.

St. Luke’s Church the Pirogese

Hay Heads to Plattsmouth for Quick Business Trip

P A Hay left the city last Friday for Plattsmouth to transact some business and, if possible, return in time for spring. The note appears in the Weeping Water Herald.

P A. Hay Plattsmouth Weeping Water Herald

Corley and Kunkel Visit Plattsmouth On County Business

J. S. Corley and T. C. Kunkel spent last Friday in Plattsmouth after leaving Thursday night and staying overnight at Union to spend the day in the county seat. The Weeping Water Republican notes the trip as a convenient matter.

J. S. Corley T.C. Kunkel Plattsmouth Union Weeping Water Republican

Bargain farm near Plattsmouth with house and orchard

A finely improved 40 acre farm within five miles of Plattsmouth Nebraska is offered at 50 dollars per acre. It features a five room cottage a good barn cow sheds 109 apple trees peach trees 400 grapes various berries and cherry trees and must be sold within 60 days. An adjoining 80 acres is also available at 30 dollars per acre. Contact BR. B. Wispacam Plattsmouth Neb.

Plattsmouth BR. B. Wispacam Plattemouth Neb

Plattsmouth Board Adopts Resignations and Appointments

Plattsmouth Nebraska board meets after adjournment with Hiram Peck resigning as justice of the peace. W H Lyman appointed to fill the vacancy, John Albert named road overseer in District No. 4. Officials bonds approved and numerous county payments recorded across funds including salaries, mdse, and road work. Meeting adjourned to Feb 4, 1903.

Hiram Peck W. H. Lyman John Albert F.G. Kendall W. L. Gordon G. W. Saxon Christ. Miller Louis Jensen G. W. Woodruff L. H. Young Wm. Leesley J. G. Schoeman S. G. Borgenreif J.P. Falter Turner Zink W. B. Banning W. C. Smith L. A. Tyson Same E. E. Hilton Paecres Lyman Kildon Anderson Rouse A. E. Walker James Sage Commissee Ee National School Supply Co Mdse G. H. Olive J. L. Barton State Journal Co J. D. McBride J.D. McBride C. V. Hay John Hirz Mrs. Yoder Herold & Son Louis Ottnat W. E. Dull Court House Minnie Carnes Wurl & Coffey County Road Fund J. H. Thrasher Aes Ieee Anes O. D. Smith L. J. Griffith Jacob Meisinger M. Andrus C. G. Sheeley

Hearing on Cannon road petition Advaced to Feb 17

Board met after adjournment with all present. The hearing on the Cannon road petition was taken up and after evidence the board adjourned the matter for advisement until February 17. A list of prospective jurors for March term of district court was announced.

Fen Cannon Road General Fund A. H. Weckbach & Co Mercantile Mutual Insures T. Qiardet Agt Nebraska Tel. Co Frank Mahannah B.C John L. Wood A. Lytton Julius Sack Fireenwaed Chag Anderson Gen. Hanson Salt Creek Joe McKinnon J. C. Lennon Geo. Landon Stove Creek Paul Marshall O. Bothwell W. Schick Chas SPP Ceena H. Rieckman John Hess Peter Eyeland Bend Precint

City council bans youths climbing trains under seventeen rule

The Monday night meeting approved an ordinance prohibiting anyone under seventeen from getting onto trains or cars within city limits. Offenders face a fine up to ten dollars per offense. Previously officers could not stop the habit of boys jumping on moving trains. Those caught may be arrested immediately.

Rube

Ideal Newspapers and the Real Plattsmouth

The piece argues that an ideal newspaper cannot exist on earth due to human flaws and the realities of reporting. It suggests editors censor much of what happens to avoid danger and asserts that only angels would publish or read ideal papers, which does not apply to Plattsmouth.

Heaven Plattsmouth

The Convicts Daughter at Parmele Theatre Monday Night

A sensational melodrama The Convict's Daughter by J A Fraser Jr plays at Parmele theatre Monday February 16th. The plot centers on Edith Gould the child of a Mississippi steamboat disaster survivor and a forged marriage scheme aided by an escaped convict who is her real father. Weary Willie the hobo adds a redeeming touch as danger and deception unfold.

Col. Gould Kentucky Edith J. A. Fraser, Jr Parmele Theatre Willie

Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Testimonial

Melbourne Florida resident H Haggins praised Dr King’s New Discovery after a free trial bottle helped him recover from consumption. The drug is marketed by F G Fricke & Co for throat and lung diseases with trial bottles offered.

H. Haggins Melbourne Fla Dr. King F. G. Fricke & Co

Grand Mask Hall At Plattsmouth February 14 1903

Lovers of "tripping the light fantastic" urged to attend the Plattsmouth Turnverein mask hall in their city on Saturday night February 14 1903. Four prizes awarded two for best costumes and two for best character costumes. After unmasking, dancing numbers followed by acrobatic feats. Spectators invited to enjoy a rare treat.

Plattsmouth Turnverein

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Cures Runaway’s Ulcer

A runaway nearly killed J. B. Orner of Franklin Grove Illinois after four years of a stubborn leg ulcer. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured the sore quickly. Also promoted are Fricke & Co drug store 25¢ and the Exquisitos cigar by Herman Spies.

J. B. Orner Franklin Grove Bucklen Fricke & Co Herman Spies

Electric Bitters Prove Life Changing Says Lan caster Man

F J Green of Lancaster New Hampshire credits Electric Bitters with curing chronic indigestion and nervous debility after years of failure with other remedies. He praises the tonic for his wife as well describing it as splendid for female troubles and a superior invigorator. Fricke Co offers the remedy at 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed.

F. J. Green Lancaster N. H F. G. Fricke & Co

Land for sale near Plattsmouth Nebraska 440 acres

Four hundred forty acres with two sets of improvements including a 12 room brick house outbuildings windmill scales orchard 80 acres fenced hog tight near a school and church telephone and free mail delivery. Priced at 60 per acre if sold by March 1903 compared with surrounding lands at 65 per acre. Write for full description. R. B. Windham Plattsmouth Neb.

R. B. Windham Plattsmouth Neb

Four Houses for Sale in Plattsmouth City Best Part

For sale. Four desirable houses in Plattsmouth City’s best part. Well improved and in excellent repair. Always rented at fair rates. A bargain is offered soon as the seller locates elsewhere.

Plattsmouth

Masculine wear shows elegance with low prices

A reader notes the beauty and workmanship of masculine attire surpasses delicate options. The items convey elegance and richness, yet carry surprisingly low prices.

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