Life and Leisure in the Fatherland by Conrad Sculater
A travelogue description of German life in Munster and Westphalia. The writer recalls Sunday churchgoing, military parades, country parks, and family picnics with music, refreshments, and social chatter. Winter ice carnivals on the Aa river draw thousands for sleigh rides and skating with evening festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Many
America
Germany
Lovelock
Uley
Munster
Westphalia
Geromany
Conrad
Weather Recap Shows Deep Rain and Flood Effects Across Counties
Over the past week eastern counties averaged 4 degrees below normal with rainfall exceeding 2 inches, often 3 to 6 inches, while western areas were 1 degree below. Continuous rain halted field work and widespread replanting is likely due to washouts and flooding, with corn damage and uncertain overall loss pending next two weeks' weather.
Summer Session for Teachers at Western Normal College
Teachers invited to summer session at Western Normal College Shenandoah Iowa opening June 5. All branches of work for all grades, state examination at close, eight weeks. Board room and tuition 26 430 dollars. Books rented. J M Hussey president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Normal College
Shenandoah
Iowa
J. M. Hussey
Porter’s antiseptic healing oil listed for man or beast
An antiseptic healing oil advertised to relieve pain instantly and heal at the same time for both people and animals. Price is 25 cents.
High School Class of 1903 Bids for Commencement Program
The Weeping Water Herald critiques the class of 1903 for not allowing home printers a bid on their commencement programs. The paper notes the desire for Chicago firms to handle the project and suggests local printers could have produced a better, more artistic card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Inter-Ocean
Record-Herald
Weeping Water Herald
Plattsmouth Man John Likewise Marries Nora Dasher of Grafton Neb
The Blizzard notes the marriage of John Likewise of Plattsmouth to Nora Dasher of Grafton Nebraska. The couple faced extended courtship but wed, with wishes for long health prosperity and a large family in the years ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth
John
Nora Dasher
Grafton
Neb
Nebraska
Editor's Narrow Escape Cure by a Small Bottle
In opening Oklahoma to settlers in 1889 the paper editor faced severe diarrhoea from bad water and heat. A neighbor gave Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, and after a big dose the patient slept and soon recovered. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Fortune
Chamberlain
Death of Joseph Keppel in Portsmouth
Joseph Keppel died from stomach cancer at his home in Portsmouth on a Monday afternoon. A long-time resident, he was well respected and a member of the A. O. U. W. Funeral services were held yesterday at 2:30 p.m. at St Luke's Episcopal Church conducted by Rev. H. B. Burgess with many lodge members in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Keppel
Mr. Keppel
Martsmouth
Iie
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
H. B. Burgess
Move in the Proper Direction on Plattsmouth Flood Plan
City leaders led by Mayor Morgan visited Omaha to urge the BK & M railroad to send an engineer to Plattsmouth. General Manager Holdrege welcomed the move and pledges an expert without city expense to survey, estimate costs, and propose flood prevention works.
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Morgan
R. Bb. Windham
James Herold
F.F. Darrow
Omaha
G. W. Holdrege
Holdrege
Plattsmouth
Soldrege
L’lattsmouth
Nebraska
Memorial Day Rain Disrupts Honor Rites in Nebraska
G A R post and Woman's Relief corps failed to lay flowers due to heavy rain. Memorial services at Parmele theatre featured Hon Geo M Spurlock presenting a silk flag and Hon Matthew Gering delivering a renowned oration. The Liberty flag fluttered over the courthouse and many public buildings as banks and offices closed for the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. R. Post
Woman's Relief Corps
McConkie
Representative Hall
Matthew Gering
Matt
Nebraska
America
Bond Reduction Sought for Creston Robbery Convict
Frank Baird of Creston Iowa seeks bond reduction from 10000 to 5000 while awaiting a new trial. He was convicted of robbery months ago and sentenced to sixteen years in the penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Baird
Creston
Iowa
Baird
A Burn Never Burns or Beast
A brief item notes price at 25 cents for an unspecified item titled A Burn Never Burns or Beast, indicating a small sale or advertisement in the periodical. The fragment provides minimal readable context and lacks clear names, dates, or locations.
Advertising Holds the Key to Modern Business Growth
The article argues progress demands modern methods and constant truthful advertising. It cites farmer audiences, local papers, and large campaigns as essential, noting Wanamaker and Barnum as examples and praising the British consul for recognizing American merchants’ newspaper spend and gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plattsmouth
Cass County
John Wanamaker
Philadelphia
Constipation Relief Ad Promotes Liver Health Pills
An old advertisement claims Ayer's Pills cure constipation headache and dyspepsia by restoring liver health. It highlights 25 cent price and availability at all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
Graduation Poem Urges Wise Students to Take Center Stage
A rousing verse invites graduates to share new discoveries in physics science music and art. It praises their mastery and wisdom and calls them to step forward in filmy dresses to claim their moment on stage.
Rural route carriers urged to seek higher pay
The Journal received a letter from Mynard arguing rural route carriers deserve higher salaries. The piece notes route ads drew many applicants, yet current pay remains inadequate. It urges petitioning Congressman Burkett and predicts Cass county will see increases soon, as Uncle Sam pays by worth.
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Mynard
Burkett
Iowa
Cass County
Sam
Horses Rescued From Rising Missouri River Herd Heads Inland
Frank Schlater and Ed Fitzgerald own about eighty horses grazing on river bottom land north of a pumping station. Sunday morning floodwaters rose several feet trapping the herd. They, with others, worked through the day and into Monday to move every horse to safety on shore as the river then began to recede.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Schlater
Ed. Fitzgerald
Mr. Schlater
Frank
Missouri
A Sove Never Matters Heals Pain Instantly
An old ad notes A Sove Never Matters relieves pain instantly and heals at the same time for man or beast. The price is listed as 25 cents.
What Do Men Get Out of Life A Cranky Town Chorus
A critical sketch portrays a class of cynics who dampen enterprise and block community efforts. It argues these men hoard money, gossip, and obstruct public good, never supporting libraries or churches, and questions what they gain from life.
That Throbbing Headache Cure Ad
An old advertisement touts Dr King's New Life Pills as a quick remedy for headaches and other ailments. It claims the pills purify blood and improve health, priced at 25 cents with a money back guarantee if not cured, sold by F. G. Fricke & Co. and Atwood's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
F. G. Fricke & Co
Nebraska course offers summer class for teachers in agriculture
The Nebraska legislature requires teaching applicants to pass a soil and agriculture exam starting July 1 1938. The University of Nebraska’s summer session June 12 to July 25 offers a course in elementary agriculture for teachers with lectures on soils tillage plant growth livestock nutrition and related labs.
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Nebraska
University of Nebraska
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Lincoln
JH. J. Smith
School of Agriculture
Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy Promotion
Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is praised as a dependable and pleasant remedy, especially for summer diarrhoea in children, claimed to save many young lives. It also notes Chamberlain's Pain Balm as an antiseptic liniment for cuts bruises and burns that speeds healing. Sold by all druggists.
Microbe Killer Disinfectant Claim for Eczema Cure
The ad claims a microbe killer and disinfectant that cured eczema and other diseases after others failed. It notes accidental discovery and offers the product for 1.00 postpaid from Gro I Lawton in Memphis Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gro. I. Lawton
Memphis, Mo
Bucklen’s Amnic a Salve Ad for Burns and Wounds
A remote family faces accidents and injuries in a harsh setting and stores Bucklen's Amnic a Salve as a remedy. The ad claims it is the best on earth and lists a 25 cent price at F.G. Fricke & Co's drug store. Also mentions Exquisitos as a delicious smoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atwood’'s
Bucklen
F.G. Fricke & Co
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