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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1908
Page
5
A long list of Cass county residents and visitors travel to Omaha and Blair on trains 19 7 and 4 for business circus events Ringling shows or social visits. People include Mrs T M Patterson John Sattler Emil Walters Matthew Gering Claude Shumaker and many others with trains No 19 No 7 No 4 and the Burlington line noted.
Police hauled Charles Dasher into court on Saturday for foul language toward a saloon keeper. Judge Archer fined him one dollar and costs, paid to the school fund, and Dasher was released. Sam Biggs faced a peace disturbance complaint for obscene language and threats. he disappeared before filing, with police unable to locate him.
Mrs. C Barr learns of her son Lloyd Barr's death by drowning in Sabula Pa at sixteen. He had lived with his sister Mrs James Battery in Sabula since his father's death. Interment is planned for Sabula and the community extends condolences.
Local schools met all state requirements for normal training and will receive their share of a 350.00 fund. Omaha papers listed participating schools and noted a check would be sent to local secretary D. C. Morgan, who had not received it yet. Local authorities express pride in securing part of the fund.
List of uncalled letters remaining at the Plattsmouth post office up to July 5 1908 includes Miss Georgia Hutchison Miss Elizabeth Oliver Miss Mattie Schaefer Miss Jessie Willis Mrs J H Wood C O Bellew T H Cromwell Herschel Martin Elbert F Feenan Rosenthal Alfred Meyer F W Thomas Albert Ward J H and others. Please respond advertised.
A party gathered yesterday at John Meisinger’s eight miles west of town for a country outing. Attendees included Mr and Mrs John Libershal, Mr and Mrs Alva Godwin, Joe and Frank Libershal, Vic Anderson, J W Bookmeyer and Anton Kobek. Vic Anderson set a cow milking speed record and Frank Libershal won the long jump at nine feet three and a half inches. Bookmeyer chaired a toast at a lively banquet while a Vic Anderson quartet played. The group returned home before rain began, tired but happy.
Plattsmouth citizen J. W. Hickson reports twelve to fourteen years of back pain and kidney derangement resolved by Dean's Kidney Pills. He praises relief and system improvement after using the remedy from Ger ing & Co. drug store. Price 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. is sole US agent. remember the name Doan's.
A Saturday afternoon gathering at Matt Joy’s home in the First ward marked the 30th birthday of Mrs. Joy. The informal event featured games, pleasant refreshments, and guests including Mesdames Foster, Lutz, Clark, Barthold, D. Smith, W. Smith, Wales, Barker, Goos, Crosser, Egenberger, Busche, Bell, M. Lutz, D. Gibson, Manspeaker and Peters.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Benj. Beckman, noted in Friday's Journal, was held yesterday afternoon at the United Brethren church south of the city. Rev. T. K. Surface preached a beautiful sermon praising the deceased’s virtues. A large crowd joined the procession to Horning cemetery for interment.
The W. C. T. U. expresses special thanks to Mr. G. W. Osborn, Chas Troop, L. A. Moore, the young ladies who sang, and the boys who helped in making the float a success on the 4th of July.
Transfers and liens filed with Register of Deeds include J. E. Mason vs Elmira Davis with a mechanic's lien on lot 5 block 33 city for 64.20. G B Zeigler to Farmers Merchants Bank of Ashland mortgage deed on various tracts for 3100. M I Jones and wife to H E Manker mortgage on lot 7 block 37 city for 1000. George D Pearson to Geo B Zeigler warranty deed on various tracts for 3100.
The Young Men's Bible class of the Presbyterian church received a pleasant surprise when they met in a newly fitted church basement room. Mothers organized the decorating with pictures curtains and rugs while games were provided ensuring a homelike, comfortable atmosphere for the young men.
The Bible Class members praise The Mothers and Dr Salsbury for furnishing the room and bringing pleasure. The sentiment is warmly received, reflecting appreciation for their efforts and support.
Judge Beeson handed down two decisions last week that earned praise from citizens. In State vs. Gering he condemned an attack on Mayor Henry R. Gering and discharged him. In the custody case Mrs. Roberts was denied and the minor children remain with Frank Roberts. The Journal reports wide commendations for the judge's adherence to the law and the best interests of the children.
Wescott's Sons reopened last Saturday at the old stand after repairing all damage from the disaster. They aim to prevent further losses from the prior incident and are prepared to transact business though stock is not fully arranged. Friends praise the firm’s quick repairs and faith in Plattsmouth.
Grant Long his wife and three children have been visiting in the city for several weeks with relatives including S Long and other friends. They departed by afternoon train Sunday for Omaha to visit several days, then proceed to Lincoln to return home to Seattle Washington. Mr Long enjoyed Cass county but complained the recent heat was disagreeable.
Ellsworth Ball twelve years old nearly died after an accidental discharge of a 22 caliber rifle while celebrating with his younger brother west of Louisville. The ball struck his collar bone above the heart. Dr. Stuart of Springfield treated him and he rested at home with a fair chance of recovery if no complications arise.
A Friday gathering at Miss Helen Chapman’s Chicago Avenue residence offered an informal club night with song and amusements. Guests included Ruth Johnson Gretchen Donnelly Gladys Marshall Frances Weidman Josephine Johnson Laura Swartz and Fritz Fricke John Chapman Ernest Wurl Ed Scotten Milford Bates Will Fitzgerald Harold Straight.
Miss Ethel Dovey the charming singer and actress will vacation at White Lake Minnesota leaving this evening via Chicago. Her sister Catherine accompanies her to Chicago Ir where guest of F B Adams and family and her sister Alice. Adams is author of The Land of Nod and Stubborn Cinderella at Princess theatre Chicago with Miss Alice Dovey in a prominent part.
Mrs Frank Stroebe of Apples ton Wisconsin recounts a nervous breakdown relief after using Peruna. She says three bottles restored strength and health in four months with splendid color and weight gain, without sanitarium treatment. She endorses Peruna as a superior tonic. Man a lin the ideal laxative.
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