Numerous Omaha visitors noted in daily column
The Friday Daily Journal lists many residents and guests traveling to Omaha for business and social visits. Names include Mrs T S Will Newton Will L F Sallee Ray Travis John McQuestion and more with Waterloo and surrounding towns mentioned. The piece also notes weather worries about an ice crop and ongoing travel to cities like Glenwood Havelock and Lincoln.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. S. Will
Omaha
Newton Will
L. F. Sallee
Ray Travis
John McQuestion
Mrs Frank Buttery Taken To Omaha For Appendicitis Operation
Mrs. Frank Buttery was taken to Omaha this afternoon by her husband and Miss Amelia Heisel to undergo an operation for appendicitis at St Joseph Hospital. She had delayed surgery seeking medical treatment, hoping for relief otherwise. Her brother Joseph Needley had a similar operation years ago with recovery. friends hope for her complete restoration. Mr Buttery and Mrs John Busche accompanied them to assist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Buttery
Omaha
Amelia Heisel
St. Joseph Hospital
Buttery
Joseph Needley
Battery
Mr. Buttery
John Busche
Organize for Work Reclaims City Sunday School Children
Newly elected Christian Sunday school officers and teachers plan an aggressive city campaign to reclaim over a thousand city school children not in Sunday school. They urge local groups to focus on home mission and unite Sunday schools across the city to enroll more children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Sunday School
St. John’s School
Reclaim Ther
Frog in Stomach Said to Cause Soldier Death
The Lincoln Journal reports Logan Suddith of 1629 O street died at 7:20 pm after a frog expelled from his stomach, believed to have been swallowed months earlier in Indiana. He was sixty one and served in Company C of the 134th Indiana volunteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Journal
Logan Suddith
O Street
M. Suddith
Indiana
Will Give Chicken Pie Supper at Presbyterian Church
The Ladies Auxiliary will host a chicken pie supper on January 14 in the church basement. The same committees from the previous supper will again serve in the same roles. Various locals including O. B. Carter and C. W. Hayden from Omaha and Miss Gertrude Steiner visiting from Omaha are mentioned in city-bound movements and visits throughout the morning and afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Presbyterian Church
Will S. Soper
Omaha
Gertrude Steiner
Herman Martin
Mark White
Rock Bluffs
C. W. Hayden
F. L. Rhoden
Near Murray
M Archer Insurance Ad Promises Fire and Wind Coverage
M Archer offers property insurance against loss by fire lightning and wind storms with Se Farm as backing or partner noted in the ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Archer
Falls Under His Horse
Master Roy Thompson faced a frightening mishap when his horse tripped over debris at the Missouri Pacific depot. The horse fell with Roy pinned beneath, both struggling to rise until his father rolled the horse away. Roy sustained sprains to his knee and ankle but freed himself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Thompson
Missouri Pacific
Roy
Express Companies Face Mandamus Over State Law
Lincoln dated January 2 reports the railroad commission orders the express firms Adams Wells Fargo American United States Pacific Great Northern to fully disclose their business as required by state law. AG instructed to file mandamus suits and penalties from 500 to 5000 dollars. Pacific praised for compliance. A motion seeks a 25 percent rate cut on non Sibley law items. hearing set for January 15 before the commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Railroad Commission
Adams
Wells Fargo
American
United States
Pacific
Great Northern
Williams
Railway Commission
Commission
Small town glove factory spurs growth then moves on
The Nebraska City News argues that a local glove factory in Plattsmouth helped the town by creating jobs and boosting progress, but the owner removed the operation to Omaha after expanding capacity, claiming need for better rail service. The piece condemns this as a poor return for the town’s support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth
Omaha
Nebraska City News
Doctor Sells Out to Dr Walker in Nehawka Transfer
Last Saturday a deal completed lets Dr A E Walker of Murray take over the Nehawka practice from Dr E B Wilcox. The transfer, planned for about the sixth, follows Wilcox’s move to join his uncle in Oskaloosa Iowa for a more lucrative partnership. Wilcox expects to depart in ten days. Walker, known in Union for a successful practice, is described as a home grown local.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Walker
Murray
E. B. Wilcox
Wilcox
Nehawka
Oskaloosa
Iowa
Walker
Union
Nehawka Register
Who's to Blame For Newspaper Burying Of Scapegoats
An aggrieved citizen blasts local papers for printing lurid scraps about public life while downplaying ordinary moves. The piece questions media incentives and who benefits from sensational coverage.
Veterans seek pension bill support from Congressman Pollard
Local old soldiers petition Congressman E. M. Pollard to back the Sherwood bill granting Civil War veterans a dollar per day pension. About fifty signatures collected at the gathering.
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E. M. Pollard
Politicians Eye First District Nominations in Nebraska
The Lincoln News reports a crowded field may form for the First Nebraska district GOP nomination to challenge E M Pollard. George E Tobey and Will Hayward are seen as likely nominees with Hayward possibly resigning as state committee chair. Debate grows on a Nebraska direct primary for national delegates.
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Lincoln News
Pollard
Barton
Aurora
Grand Island
Lincoln
George E. Tobey
Burkett
Will Hayward
Nebraska City
E. M. Pollard
Nebraska
Hayward
Republican State Committee
Lancaster County
Washington
Victor Rosewater
Omaha
Switch to be built at Manley grain elevator site
Lincoln January 3 A Missouri Pacific order requires construction of a switch to the Manley Co-operative Grain elevator. The railroad commission sets January 15 for cost estimate and January 25 for cash funding before sidetrack work begins. Grain firm was previously refused sidetrack access amid claims of excess elevators, appealing to district court and seeking relief from the commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Missouri Pacific Railway
Manley
District Court
Railroad Commission
Penny lodged after child swallows coin at Cedar Creek
A Cedar Creek family reports their little daughter swallowed a battered penny and suffers great agony. The penny, run over by a train, was picked up by the child at the Givens home while visiting Mrs. Wolff and Mrs. Givens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wolff
Cedar Creek
Mrs Joseph Smith Improving From Illness
Mrs Joseph Smith of the south part of the city has been very sick with heart trouble but is now somewhat improved and gaining from day to day. Her many friends will be pleased to hear of her improvement.
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E. W. Cook
Salem
Iowa
Joseph Smith
To Which Do You Belong
A reflective piece contrasts two kinds of men based on how they treat a horse, urging mercy and restraint. It asks readers to consider whether they act with thoughtfulness or cruelty when handling the animal.
The Reason Why Country Merchants Must Advertise
A call to country merchants to boost sales through advertising. The piece argues mail order houses dominate by selling, while country stores keep quiet. It urges merchants to use goods, price, accommodations, and brains to attract customers.
Editorial Says New Year Reminder Frames Time and Death
Choice Editorial argues the birth of the New Year reminds of Father Time, noting a man can run a store without advertising. A humorous line questions courting risk, and an Ohio man dies of heart disease after drawing four aces in a poker game, described as a happier death.
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Ohio
Minnesota Governor Johnson condemns tariff as tax on masses
The statement “The tariff is a tax upon the masses for the benefit of the few” reflects Governor Johnson’s view on tariffs. He frames tariffs as a burden on everyday people while aiding a narrow elite, emphasizing the policy’s distributive impact.
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Johnson
Minnesota
Two Advertisers Duel for Market Share and Cash
A concise remark contrasts proactive advertisers with passive ones. It argues that active spending drives business success and growth, likening revenue impact to a buzzing saw. The line emphasizes the payoff from bold marketing efforts over hesitation.
Roosevelt Calls Present Financial Trouble a Panic
A remark contrasts a critic's view of today’s financial trouble with President Roosevelt calling it a panic, noting Teddy Roosevelt’s authority on matters.
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Roosevelt
Teddy
Standard Oil Fails to Pay $29 Million Fine
The government has not yet collected the 29 million dollar penalty from Standard Oil. The company adapts its product pricing daily to respond to fluctuating conditions and potential emergencies.
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Standard Oil Corporation
Minnesota Governor Johnson Defines Tariff Stand
Governor Johnson of Minnesota states his position on tariff policy and national issues, highlighting a contrast with New York Governor Hughes.
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Johnson
Minnesota
Hughes
New York
Cabinet Reels From Treason Fear Over Candidacy
Secretary Cortelyou has fully recovered from the grippe, but the cabinet remains affected by the belief that attempting to nominate more than one administration candidate for president is treasonable in spirit and consequence.
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Cortelyou
Temperance Moves Across Regions Highlighted by South
A confidential look shows Georgia Oklahoma Alabama and Mississippi adopting prohibition in the past year. The north drives agitation while the south supplies most practical temperance efforts and results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Oklahoma
Alabama
Mississippi
North
South
Local Habitual Drunkard Law Mentioned for Plattsmouth
A New York law postulates posting the name of a habitual drunkard in saloons and drug stores and forbidding liquor with jail penalties. The note wonders if such a law would curb drinking in Plattsmouth.
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New York
Plattsmouth
County Officials Assailed by Anonymous Critic
A letter denouncing county officials as notable blatherskites is dismissed as the work of a chronic kicker with no real substance. The Journal treats the critique with scorn and prints no heed to its warnings.
Nervous Prosperity Spurs Grippe Rumor in Washington
A Washington specialist labels the latest epidemic among Washington officeholders as nervous prosperity. Few avoid the grip illness, while those fearing placement on the Personal Affront list may disguise symptoms or motives.
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Washington
Argentina Prepares Warm Welcome for U.S. Warships
The piece notes Argentina plans an ample reception and lively frolic for arriving American warships. It emphasizes cooperation under the Monroe Doctrine and other policies while noting Argentina sells wheat to U.S. customers at favorable prices.
Nebraska Senators Clash Over Omaha Postmaster Nominee
The Nebraska senators clashed over the new postmaster appointee Thomas who supported Burkett and Brown in the legislature and thus earned a reward. There was demand to keep Captain Palmer for a second term, but patronage dispensers favored replacing him with one of Burkett and Brown's aides without cause.
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Nebraska
Omaha
Mr. Thomas
Burkett
Brown
Captain Palmer
President Roosevelt and Free Trade on Forest Products
The article cites President Roosevelt urging no tariff on forest products including lumber. It argues farmers paid the tariff for lumber but gained no benefit, and claims the president aligns with long standing Democratic arguments against such tariffs.
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Roosevelt
Congress
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Herbert Josselyn
Metropolis
W. T. Kuncl
Baker
L. B. Egenberger
J. P. Faler
A. B. Hass
Oreapolis
George W. Thomas
Little Son
George Snyder
Mynard
Marie Kaufman
Silas Long
Glenwood
J. W. Gamble
Mrs. Helps
Wash A. Young
Dr. W. Hamilton
J. H. Salsbury
John Bergman
George Ballance
Havelock
Fred Patterson
Journal
George Rice
Nelizh
David E. Rice
Joan McCarthy
Bellevue
John Monroe
Mary Twes
Bertha Evers
Craig
W. R. Leonard
Minneapolis
Dora Thorne
H. M. Craig
Mr. Craig
Omaha Glove Company
A. M. Searle
Fred McElwain
Searle
Hiram Walsh
Wm. Barclay
C. M. Seyberts
Mt. Pleasant
Gotlieb Spreich
Stanton
John McNurlin
Con
Vallery White
J. S. Hall
L. B. Bown
Hamburg
Lillian Kolarik
Crete
Burl Ballard
James L. Gray
Julius Neilson
W.B. Porter
T. S. C. Dabb
Emily Morrison
Edna
E. S. Critchfield
Internal Revenue
Frank Jensen
Newman Grove
Tillie Ploeger
A. E. Stephenson
R. A. McClannehan
Curtiss Moore
Henry Donat
Michigan
Wisconsin
John W. Evans
H. G. van Horn
van Horn & Gibson Music Store
Eva Reese
S. Braggs
G. Garrison
Promise City
Annie Chapman
Lulu Brockway
Gloversville
O. B. Carter
Letz
Todd
Geo. N. Dodge
Ione
Helen Dovey
Chicago
Chas. C. Hennings
Ferdinand J. Hennings
Dr. Wilcox
John Smith
John Jones
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