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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1913
Page
8
The Cartercar friction transmission with bail-in-oil drive avoids common gear transmission problems. It eliminates clutch universal joints and bevel gear drive. Two main working units keep it simple and economical as the car glides away like an aeroplane without a sound or a jar.
The article argues that the old fashioned sliding gear transmission is costly to build and maintain, unreliable in use, and noisy. It notes limited forward speeds, high lubrication costs, and compares its upkeep to the Cartercar Friction Drive.
George Holliston drove the Cartercar down Main Street and up the Bank of Mass County steps then repeated the feat at the Riley hotel. Local Carrear reps Kroehler Brothers praised the car’s performance and ease of operation as a leading machine in the market.
Miss Charlottte Templeton of Lincoln arrives with the new library catalogue prepared by Miss Florence Waugh. She will meet the mayor city council board of education and library board at the library this evening to review and explain the catalogue and its service improvements.
Mrs. M. I. Manspeaker departed this afternoon for Jacksonville Florida to represent Nebraska at the national Woodman Circle convention. She is one of five members who will ensure the state's slate is well represented at the meeting. The trip spans a long route and will take several days.
Rev Allan G Wilson shows marked improvement after a nervous breakdown caused by long service. He breakfasted well and is expected to be up and about soon as nerves recover, bringing relief to his devoted work and supporters.
Friends express sorrow over an unfortunate attack on Thursday as the community mourns a harmed individual. The note highlights the impact on close companions and the sorrow felt by those who knew him.
This morning Mr. and Mrs. J. AR Rumertield welcomed a baby girl. The mother reports the new Miss Rumertield is thriving while father Bud expresses happiness. Relatives and friends are sending congratulations on the family’s fortunate arrival.
A house on the Joe Brandt farm about three miles southwest of town burned last Friday evening with the blaze first seen around 01h0. Mr. Brandt, at the barn yard, found the fire and could not save the structure. Little household goods remained as most were moved earlier. The cause is not from a faulty flue. The plate formerly owned by John Nichols had recently been bought by Brandt. Insurance covered part of the loss.
The district court granted Mary Ann Streight an absolute divorce from Thaddeus A. Streight after hearing the evidence. Mary Ann Streight, a resident near South Bend, was deserted years ago and has since accumulated substantial property, seeking the decree to protect her interests.
A brief offer from Midland Investment Co listing cheap land in the Big Gamas Prairie suitable for wheat, alfalfa, fruits and stock raising. The ad invites written or direct contact at 1210 P Street Lincoln Nebraska.
Pitman and Al Bartlett of Murray traveled on Missouri Pacific No 16 to Omaha and spent the day here after a brief stop during their journey.
The Missouri River rose several feet with the current becoming swift and turbulent overnight. Riprap damage reported across the river and ongoing concerns require constant vigilance to protect railroad work near the bank as heavy rains push the rise higher reaching Pierre and threatening further increases.
The Dysart estate land sold at auction under AL Tidd the referee. The sale total was 14725 dollars eleven dollars and 24 cents per acre. Forty acres went to H L Hanson. sixty acres to Fred W Young. The sale arose from a partition suit by Louisa Bay and Albert M Bay against Nancy J Dysart et al.
The city plans a fine new permanent walk on the west side of City Hall along Fifth Street to improve appearance and provide mud free access to the hall, reflecting the advancement spirit of local business people and citizens.
George M. Hild and Philip Hild came to the city yesterday for a few hours to attend the funeral of Mrs. Ohlenhausen.
Friedrich Mrs Martin, once reported improving, grew worse with a sudden bad spell and remains in very poor shape. Family and friends express concern but hold out hope for a rally and recovery from her illness.
We express deep gratitude for the love and support shown during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother. Our thanks extend to all friends and neighbors for kindness and the generous moral tributes at the funeral. Fred Ohlenhausen and family.
Mr and Mrs Frank Powers of Childran Oklahoma arrived in the city for a visit with relatives and friends. Mrs Powers is a daughter of Solomon Long and sister of J A Dong. Mrs Nora Sullivan of South Oma ha also visits and the party traveled to Lewishon cemetery to see their mother's grave and to view the old home near Rock Bluffs.
Ek M Pollard reports a Nehawka orchard populated by seventeen year locusts. He seeks guidance from the state department on effective control measures to protect the trees and reduce damage from the noisy insects.
John Roddy of Union visited the city to handle business in the district court, meeting officials and attending a scheduled proceeding. Details of the case or outcome were not disclosed.
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