Local notice from Plat tsmouth Nebraska
Post office entry indicates R A Bates as publisher with classification as second class matter. Filing shows Plattemouth Nebraska postal designation and date alignment for publication record.
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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1907
Page
4
Jon Cannon Questioned as Revisionist Name Echoes Quote
A sharp line mocks Jon Cannon calling him a revisionist while noting the famous line about a rose by any other name. The remark plays on identity and perception.
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Jon Cannon
Oil Prices and Rockefeller Referenced in Talk
A reader notes that women prefer proposing to presuming and disposing and remarks men should be agreeable. The text hopes Rockefeller won’t raise oil prices until Texas is paid sixteen hundred thousand, reflecting tariff and supply concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockefeller
Texas
May queen in furs and looming June bride frost footwear
The Baltimore news laments the cold weather attire forcing the May queen to wear furs and fears the June bride may need Arctic over shoes.
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Baltimore News
Army worms halt trains in Missouri and Kansas
Army worm outbreaks have disrupted rail service in Missouri and Kansas, halting trains and delaying progress in the region. The pests interrupt schedules and affect transportation operations across rail lines.
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Missouri
Kansas
Rattling warning on a harsh drug name Hexamethylenetramine
A quip links the difficult name Hexamethylenetramine to severe human effects, urging avoidance of the drug as one would avoid a rattlesnake in Australia. The comment uses vivid, cautionary tone to critique its safety profile.
Night shirt remark stirs Auburn Granger editor
Auburn Granger editor criticizes a person in a night shirt as a bizarre daylight anomaly, sparking curiosity about the source of the remark and its sensational reception in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tun
The
Auburn Granger
Isthmus Canal Fraud Sparks Public Outcry
Critics accuse a prominent promoter of deceit as dirt and mismanagement surround the canal project. Backers warn the scheme could collapse by the next decade if corrections are not made.
Burlington Reveals Pouss-Holder Lineup
Burlington has filed its list of pouss-holders and shows a handful of people who do not have to walk, though it is not as strong as last year.
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Burlington
President's Illustrated Panam Canal Claim Debunked
The journal notes the claimed Panam canal illustration in a sweepstakes prize entry as dubious and likely fake. No verifiable evidence supports the claim, and the piece remains unsubstantiated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jornal
Grass widow proverb echoes in Times crop note
The New York Times mentions a proverb about sowing wild oats and reaping a grass widow amid expectations of scarce vegetation this year. The remark adds a tongue in cheek take on agricultural prospects and seasonal uncertainty.
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New York Times
Cortelyou as Roosevelt’s Possible Successor
The speaker questions why George B. Cortelyou is not proposed as Roosevelt’s successor. The text notes Cortelyou’s long alignment with the Roosevelts’ system of statecraft and politics and asks for consideration of his candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George B. Cortelyvou
Mr. Roosevelt
Mr. Cortelyou
European travel writing sparks blonde beauty hype
Henry Watterson praised continental blondes during his European tour last winter. Now General Kuroki reports on American blond women, implying more observers will soon praise them and suggesting the peroxide industry could need to expand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Watterson
Europe
Kuroki
United States
Newspaper as a business and news withholding ethics
The quote argues a newspaper is a business and should not be asked to suppress news to appease individuals. It compares press restraint to requests to a banker or lawyer and emphasizes that withholding information risks the paper’s own viability.
Andrew Carnegie's Daughter Becomes Poems in Her Hip Disease
Andrew Carnegie notes his daughter faces hip disease that may leave her as a cripple. He remarks she remains cheerful and artistic, her rooms filled with designs she creates herself. Her poetic temperament and happiness contrast with her illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Carnegie
Statement on Harry Orchard confession actions
A comment asserts that if Harry Orchard’s confession is true, he should have been executed long ago.
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Harry Orchard
Ducks Season Extended despite Lamentable Spring
There is a lone consolation in a lamentable spring. The duck season has been pleasantly prolonged, offering bird hunters extra time to pursue waterfowl.
West leads in real sensations says Boise trial wipes Thaw
Quote notes Boise trial dominates discussion as New York’s Thaw trial fades from prominence. The speaker asserts the west sets the pace for major publicized events and trends.
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Boise
New York
West
Harriman Declares War on the Steel Trust
The query asks if E. H. Harriman has declared war on the Steel Trust and whether President Roosevelt purchased stock in the trust. No verifiable information is provided here. historical records show needs for focused sourcing to confirm such claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriman
Steel Trust
President Roosevelt
Orchard and Thaw Tell Plain Tale of Crime
Harry Orchard and Evelyn Thaw present a direct account of the events, while public sympathy remains quiet and absent as time passes without visible mourning or tears for Orchard.
Doctor Long Faces Fresh Controversy Over Roosevelt Reply
The note suggests Doctor Long must finish and send his reply to President Roosevelt or risk being pulled into a new controversy he cannot read and revise in time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doctor Long
Roosevelt
Knox boom as GOP nomination stalking horse for rough rider
The passage questions if the Knox push for the Republican presidential nomination is another stalking horse maneuver for Theodore Roosevelt. It suggests Taft’s rally was too transparent and implies a new decoy may be used.
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Knox
Tax humane society seeks clerks holiday amid water task
A Lincoln humane society secures water for dogs and asks for a holiday for clerks. It hints at future demands to extend privileges to married women equal to hired girls, reflecting its officious stance.
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Tax Humane Society of Lincoln
Man Checks Pockets for Last Summer Suit Writ
A witty remark notes the instinct to search pockets for forgotten money when a man reaches his last summer’s suit. The speaker adds they have not yet needed to retrieve such a suit and are not even sure they own one.
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Ans Exchange
Governor’s Distant Hope Delayed by Delay in Paci fic Junket
The writer consoles the law to be hung soon by noting the governor will seek a reprieve after returning from a junket to the Pacific. The governor is expected back after the condemned man has likely died, if the current plan proceeds.
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Pacific
Democratic Party to Focus on Defending Rights and Self Government
The party vows not to promise all things next year but to use its strength to finish fights for the people’s rights. It pledges action against onerous tariffs and for defense of state and local self government, or pursue both objectives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Wisconsin Republicans Rally Behind La Follette for President
Wisconsin Republicans back Senator La Follette as reform-minded nominee. The stance aligns with reform talk and places La Follette as the closest to Roosevelt ideals among possible contenders. Nebraska reformers urged to support La Follette.
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Wisconsin
Senator LaFallette
Roosevelt
Nebraska
LaFollette
Nebraska rail commission clash over control of transport
Chairman Winnett tells the Lincoln News the United States should take full charge of transportation both intrastate and interstate. Commissioner Williams argues the state must retain its rights over common carriers.
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Nebraska Railway Commission
Winnett
Licoln News
United States
Williams
White House to Give No Reply to Dr. Long Demand
The Kansas City Journal asserts the White House will not reply to Dr. W. J. Long's demand for proof or apology. It denounces the president for discrediting Long and argues justice requires addressing the plea from the author.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City Journal
White House
W. J. Long
Cow Vaults Over Moon in Extraordinary Feat
A playful rumor suggests a cow performed a remarkable leap over the moon. The remark contrasts such tales with a light jab at the president for not commenting on makers of nursery rhymes and animal feats.
Decrease in Young Men Enrolling as Preachers Noted
The Brooklyn Eagle reports a forty percent drop in young men enrolling to become preachers. It laments no similar decline in other professions as the field grows crowded, while demand rises for skilled workers, better pay, and improved talent in the pulpit and at the bar.
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The
Brooklyn Eagle
Eminent Gentleman's View on Rail Regulation
A letter argues against regulating railroad traffic by law and for letting supply and demand set rates. It notes that modern trusts destroy real competition as monopolies parcel out territories and gauge prices to what people will bear, especially in freight and expressage. The piece concludes that railroad regulation is a difficult issue, though railroads have made it necessary.
George W Lineger Dies After Dying in Omaha at 73
George W Lineger, a leading Nebraska Mason, died at his Omaha home after peritonitis following a plea at the Masonic temple for a $2000 grant to the Masonic Orphans Home in Plattsmouth. He helped secure the home’s Plattsmouth location and was a frequent visitor to support infirm brothers. He was 73.
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George W.lineger
Omaha
Metropolis
Masonic Temple
Grand Lodge
Ilome
Plattsmouth
George W. Lineger
Orchard’s Remarkable Story in Boise Trial
The Boise trial of Alfred Horsley alias Harry Orchard explores a conspiracy and murders tied to Miner strikes between Colorado miners and the Western Federation of Miners. Orchard portrays himself as a murderous figure, while prosecutors promise corroborating witnesses to verify his tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boise
Idaho
Alfred Horsley
Harry Orchard
Colorado Miners
Western Federation of Miners
Orchard
Holmes
Philadelphia
Democratic tariff ideals and state rights in 1908 contest
The piece argues Bryan may be right that tariff will not be the sole issue in the 1908 election with Democrats favoring a revenue tariff and selective protection while Republicans shift toward Democratic lines on tariff and broader trust and imperial cautions. It predicts Democratic emphasis on state rights, constitutional protections, and inland waterways, alongside checks on presidential powers and imperial commitments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Congress
St. Louis Republic
Roosevelt
City Curfew Enforcement Prompts Hope for Nightlife Cure
A strong curfew enforcement stance could curb late night prowling by youths and prevent ruin. The question remains whether city officials will strictly enforce the ordinance.
Kansas City Celebrates 235 Ounce Baby
A Kansas City family announces a baby weighing 235 ounces at ten days old, a size the mother’s love matches in care and pride. The humorous boast notes she could carry the infant in a handbag during shopping.
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Kansas City
Summer Shift Begins After Weather Delays
The notice records the summer shift starting June 22 at 9 am and spring work beginning March 21 at 1 pm. Winter delayed acceptance, with several weeks needed to finish due to bad weather. It hopes no further delays occur.
Louisville Courier-Journal hints at dark horse presidential bid
The Louisville Courier-Journal drops a coy remark about a dark horse candidate for the presidency, saying it has a democratic figure up its sleeve for a future reveal. Marie Henry of Louisville relays the grapevine about guessing who might emerge.
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Tur
Louisville Courier-Journal
Marie Henry
Louisville
Controversy Alleged at Chicago University Over Rockefeller Canonization
A St Louis observer claims Chicago University preaches Rockefeller worship as divine, denying the Golden Rule would topple the institution within forty eight hours. No official denial is made and oil influence is implied.
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St. Louis Divine
Chicago University
Rockefeller
Kodol Promises Quick Relief for Stomach Troubles
An advertisement touts Kodol as a simple harm free remedy that goes to the seat of the trouble after meals. It claims to strengthen digestive organs supply natural juices digest what you eat and to improve how you feel with a money back guarantee. Sold by F G Fricke Co.
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F.G. Fricke & Co
Special Pay Day Millinery Sale in Plattsmouth
All ladies misses and children trimmed hats offered at half price. Phenomenal bargains never seen before in Plattsmouth. Sale begins June 12 across the street from the post office at Mrs Jouitian store. DwreEr.
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Plattsmouth
Jouitian
DwreEr
Grand Ball at the T. J. Sokol Hall Saturday June 15
The City Clerk warns merchants to pay occupation tax by June 15 or face attachment proceedings. Henry Gering and W. Elster, City Clerk, note the hall’s improvements. The T. J. Sokol society hosts a grand ball Saturday evening June 15 celebrating the hall’s beauty.
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Henry Gering
T. J. Sokol Society
T. J. Sokol Hall
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