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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1916
Page
4
Decoration Day Observances and Public Opinion
A reader survey notes Decoration Day observance could be stronger in Plattsmouth while other cities see crowds at events. Editorial remarks discuss gold reserves and praise Democratic governance, with comments on Irish, British, and German tensions and the U.S. banking system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth
Republican militarism debate over navy and army plans
The piece weighs Democratic and Republican positions on a 1917 defense bill funding a standing army up to 296000 and a strengthened militia. It outlines navy appropriations including five battle cruisers, four scout cruisers, and twenty submarines, with support from naval figures and Admiral Peary. It contrasts calls for preparedness with charges of militarism and cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Military Affairs Committee of
House
Washington
Republican Party
Democratic Hill
Atlantic
Europe
Sims
Nevada
Peary
New York Times
United States
Naval Affairs Committee
Senate
World-Herald
Army's Business Warns Against Civilian Social Service Use
The piece recalls Senator La Follette proposing army social service roles in peacetime and road building. It argues the army’s core duty is fighting and that peacetime service would erode readiness. It notes soldiers work hard for lower pay and emphasizes ongoing training for commissioned officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator la Follette
Prohibition Stirs Parish Council and Clergy Reflections
In Omaha a long tribute to Father John Williams and Dr. Mackay praises their honesty and service despite disagreements over prohibition. The piece also notes Henry D estabrook’s withdrawal, Ford’s rumored trip to Europe, and a fruit outlook predicting strong yields except peaches, with Billy Sunday’s take on stinginess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Thomas
Episcopal Council
Father John Williams
Mackay
Mr. Thomas
Dr. Mackay
Father Williams
Father John
Mulder
Omaha Nebraskan
Billy Sunday
Kansas City
Moses
Billy
Paper line to be found at the Journal office
Note states the paper line will be found complete at the Journal office and invites readers to come in and see.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass County
Journal
Young farmer J. E. Meisinger visits family in Eight Mile Gro
J. E. Meisinger a leading young farmer from Eight Mile Gro precinct spent the morning at his home with his parents Mr and Mrs Conrad Meisinger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Meisinger
Eight Mile Gro Precinct
Conrad Meisinger
Itch Scratch Ointment Ad Promotes Relief
An old ad touts Dean's Ointment for eczema and itching. It sells for 50 cents a box and claims scratching worsens the itch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Simon- Pure Benjamin Franklin Lightning Rod Ad
Call on T. W. Vallery or write him at Murray Nebraska for the Simon Pure Benjamin Franklin lightning rod. This notice appears in the period ad fragment dated April 24.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. W. Vallery
Murray
Monkly
Hotel Berger for Sale in Murray Nebraska
The Hotel Berger of Murray Nebraska is offered for sale with a favorable price for quick action. For full particulars and terms see Mrs J W Berger at the hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berger
Murray
Nebraska
J. W. Berger
Pasture Land Ad Offers Blue Grass Shade and Water
Small notice seeks pasture stock for pasture use near Plattsmouth Nebraska. Inquiries directed to Howard Graves Plattsmouth or via Murray exchange phone 1605. Listed as 5-11-lmowk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Graves
Plattsmouth
Nebraska
Murray Exchange
Agent for Monuments Promotes Glenwood Works
R. L. Propst is the agent for the Glenwood Monument works and offers to call and show samples to anyone desiring monuments. Call telephone No. 4012.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Propst
Glenwood Monument
Pratt's stock foods carried by C. E. Hartford
C. E. Hartford advertises carrying a full line of Pratt's stock foods, highlighting availability and selection for customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pratt
C. E. Hartford
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