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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1908
Page
5
The Lincoln Herald and The Journal endorse Mayor Brown for delegate at large to the national democratic convention. Supporters say he would be honored and reflect well on Nebraska Democrats, with Johnson and Bryzn noted as part of the cordial backing.
Last evening J C Brady of Ortonville Iowa en route to Carpenter Wyoming fell from a moving Burlington train near Pacific Junction. He landed in the ice and water below suffering minor scratches but no serious injuries and was cared for at the Perkins House. He traveled on the local freight train next morning in apparent good condition aside from the scratches.
B F Goodman and family return after a city visit while Frank and family move near Thurman Iowa to rent the W T Cole property and Samuel Tscherin will take a Starkjohn place. Chas W Irish leaves for Ashland to aid Loyal Mystic Legion of America and Mrs B F Diffenbacher of Omaha travels to Louisville. Gid Archer reports Jamesport visit and note of rising land prices and favorable crop prospects in the south.
A heavy locomotive known as Big Bill number 3116 lost a tender wheel on a switch near the Germantown hill diverting line. Four to five hours were needed to reposition the massive engine.
The funeral for Mrs. Harriet Smith widow of Horace Gardner Smith was held at Mrs. J. H. Dunn’s home with Rev. A. A Randall presiding. She was born Harriet Bates in Cohasset Massachusetts on January 9 1832 and lived in Illinois Iowa Minnesota Kansas before settling in Plattsmouth in 1880. Her surviving relatives include Mrs. E. B. Hadley and Orin C. Smith in Kalama Washington and Mrs. Samuel C. Bassett in Newton Iowa with Mrs. J. H. Dunn hosting the service. She joined the Methodist church in Plattsmouth and passed away December 23 after years of illness three years after her husband’s death.
Co L and C O Countryman of Douglas in Otoe county formerly of this county visited last Saturday to renew acquaintances and discuss business. The brothers specialize in breeding high grade cattle and plan an auction sale at their ranch near Douglas sometime in January offering a wide selection of blooded stock for breeders.
Announcements report the marriage of Miss Jessie P. Foxwell to Mr. T Edwin Phillips celebrated on Christmas day at the home of the bride’s sister Mrs Norman Richards in Des Moines Indiana. The bride formerly lived with her parents Mr and Mrs William Fox and is remembered by her local school friends who extend congratulations.
Mrs. Joseph Fitzgerald returned from Omaha where Willie Fitzgerald was hospitalized for appendix surgery. He is progressing well and his condition is fine. Friends hope for a speedy recovery and are glad he is doing so well.
Sidney Miner shows improvement at the Omaha hospital after an appendicitis operation and a pneumonia attack. Doctors report the condition was serious but has begun to stabilize and friends hope for permanent recovery.
A columnist urges preserving Santa Claus as childhood wonder against teachers who tell children the myth is false. They warn that eroding belief risks dulling imagination and suggest leaving Santa as a symbol of love and joy for children.
The article argues the recent banking panic is receding and a tight money market has bonded American interests. It promotes independent telephone companies as solid long term investments offering stable income, growth, and strong franchises with 6 percent bonds or stock.
Thomas Worrall a prominent Nebraska grain man and Democrat was found dead in his Lincoln office with an empty carbolic acid bottle nearby. A note to his wife and another to his son outline his suffering as headlines describe long ill health and a recent decision to end it all.
At the home of bride’s parents W A Cole the marriage of George Miller to Miss Orabelle Cole occurred on December 18 with Rev J H Andress officiating. Only immediate relatives attended and a wedding dinner followed. The bride, raised in Weeping Water, has many friends. the groom is son of John Miller of Alvo, a respected farmer, and they will live near Alvo.
W. W. Harris warns hunters to stay off his land northwest of the city. Any person found hunting or shooting will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
A Plattsmouth street commissioner John Janda endorses Doan's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney irregularities. He praises relief for his wife and himself and urges buyers to purchase from Gering & Co. and remember the name Doan's. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is the U.S. agent.
Wm Haberman long time janitor of the Coates block travels to Lincoln with Sheriff Quinton to receive treatment for dipsomania at the state hospital. Despite his struggles he is described as educated and capable when sober. Several others may follow if alcoholism continues unchecked. Fo ley's Honey and Tar is endorsed as safe by the National Pure Food and Drug Law and sold by F G Fricke Co.
R. B. Windham and his daughter Miss Hermia left this morning for Glenwood Iowa to attend the marriage of Paul Blatchley and Miss May Goodell of Glenwood. They will visit relatives and meet Mrs. H. H. O Neal of Macon Illinois, sister of Mr. Windham, who plans to accompany them home for a visit.
Classified brief selling five thoroughbred Poland-China male hogs. Extra fine stock offered by C. E. Cook of Plattsmouth. Purchasers may contact seller for details.
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