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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
3
A blaze at Armour & Co. oreo and beef cutting departments in South Omaha Tuesday destroyed property valued at 325000. Fireman Don Denny was killed by a falling wall as the company and Omaha fire teams battled the flames. three hose companies aided until the fire was brought under control by 1 o clock.
Jay Matteson, the pithy driver for L B Egenberger, was thrown from a runaway wagon Tuesday morning. He returned to a physician yesterday and fainted while his wounds were dressed. He is weak at home with two seriously sprained wrists and additional bruises, and will be confined for several days.
The Journal reports the drowning of Robert Root with few details. Remains will be taken to the home of his brother in law Richard Davis at Union. Funeral will be Wednesday at 11 o clock at the M E church in Wyoming precinct Otoe county with interment nearby. Root, son of the late Anderson Root a pioneer, was born in Otoe county. He lived in Murray and on a Woolsey farm before moving to Wheatland Wyoming and Palmyra. He is survived by his wife and no children.
The state Populist central committee gathered at the Linde hotel in Lincoln and set August 16 at 2 p.m. for the state convention to be held in Lincoln. About thirty members attended and twenty one of Nebraska's ninety counties were represented. A five member committee was appointed to determine representation, proposing one delegate per county and four delegates per 100 votes for J J Points in 1904. The meeting adjourned after authorizing Chairman W Meter and Secretary Bb A Wal fath to issue the call, with no stated antagonism to Mr. Bryan and support for him for president.
In county court a case of assault and battery is filed by F Shewe against Ronold Woitzel, claiming the June 5 assault on Mrs M Woitzel near Murdock. The complaint states the defendant struck the woman causing her to fall.
Georgie Shrader, age one, son of Joseph L. Shrader, suffered a left arm fracture between the elbow and wrist after falling from a carpenter's work horse on a porch near Nehawka. The horse slipped, throwing him from the porch with force that dislocated the arm.
In the area west of the city Isaac Wiles and Luke establish a growing reputation as cattle breeders. A few days ago they sold a two year old Red Polled heifer for 200 to Mr. Charles Grant after he visited several of their herds in nearby locales.
A Louisville special reports a local capitalists company has opened a sandstone quarry two miles south of town on the Missouri Pacific road. The stone will be used for building and rip rap, with plans to install machinery to cut it into building squares. The Missouri Vacitic will construct a switch to the quarry.
The Nebraska City News notes the carnival split opinion but agrees it livened up streets and drew new visitors to the city, with many people coming who normally do not visit.
Charles B. Murphy, a Plattsmouth native now resident in Long Beach, has assumed the duties of plumbing inspector. A experienced plumber with work history at Smith & Adams and the Pacific Electric crew, he is described as a man in his early thirties who spent six years in Colorado mining camps. His appointment followed strong personal effort and solid recommendations to the board of trustees.
A community urges residents to abandon factions and work as one family to raise property values and progress. It warns that discord, envy, jealousy, and hatred hinder growth and urges harmony to show neighbors what a large, harmonious town can accomplish.
A woman told her doctor she could not have the operation because Monday is wash day and the week is filled with ironing, missionary meeting, cleaning, baking, mending, and children's baths. She suggested trying Sunday after dinner if time allows.
New stock offered at lowest prices with a special sale of trunks valises suit cases and telescopes. Also the town's most complete line of screen wire screen doors and window screen frames from Asemissen and Louck. A noted ad line ends with a legal proverb about innocence.
A man unknown to locals arrived before dawn and offered a horse for sale via a plan to lure buyers. He claimed a Nebraska City purchase and sold the animal for 15 dollars before fleeing toward Omaha. The horse remains with Henry Sanders, while the man is unaccounted for. Police investigate possible link to missing horse from Greenwood sale.
The police judge heard three cases this morning arising from payday Tuesday. Louis Reinhackle and Bert Bledne were arraigned on disturbing the peace and plead guilty with fines and costs. George Lindsay faced intoxication and disorderly conduct charges, fined 825 plus costs.
A stubborn blaze rekindled in Armour and Co’s oleomargarine department in South Omaha after burning since Monday night. Fire departments battled the flames as losses mount, with estimates around 175000 for building and stock. building at risk, stock damage likely higher, and insurance coverage confirmed.
Governor Mickey fixed July 6 for a hearing on charges against Max Colin a notary public of Nebraska City. C K Butterfield cashier First National bank Hamburg Iowa filed the complaint. The case relates to transactions tied to disbarment proceedings against John Watson.
The advertisement extols DeWitt's Witch Flare Salve as the best with imitators proving its superiority. It claims usefulness for burns scalds chapped skin eczema tetter cuts bruises boils and piles. Sold by Fricke & Co and Gering & Co.
County assessor Teegarien reports higher totals for county property and Martsmouth city. Figures show increases over last year with totals in millions and thousands. board of equalization now hearing claims and complaints to adjust valuations.
At noon on Wednesday Miss Ethel Birdelia married Clyde McClain of Twin Falls Idaho at the home of Mrs O J Smith. The ceremony featured two solos by Mrs Clara Wescott and a wedding march by Miss Dora Swearingen. The couple left for Twin Falls to begin their life together. The bride taught in city schools and the groom previously managed an Independent telephone company office and now runs a ranch near Twin Falls. Attending were relatives from Weeping Water Lincoln Louisville Newton and Omaha. A Nebraska City dispatch notes disbarment charges against Attorney John C Watson, alleging coercion and false statements in the Hatterfield Catron case and related deeds. Judge Jessen has not fixed a hearing date yet. The Weeping Water temperance town reports weekly liquor shipments amid social concerns.
Mrs J Spies celebrated her daughter Marie Louise's tenth birthday with a noon lawn luncheon for seventy children. Guests, including Gladys Duke and Nora Livingston, enjoyed music, recitations, penny on the donkey, and a grand luncheon with a two horse lunch. Out of town attendees included Francis Neitzel and Gerald Fitt.
A special sale of muslin underwear advertised at a local shop offers discounted garments for women. The notice highlights affordable prices and a limited-time event with emphasis on everyday essentials.
The Boston dedication drew over 40,000 Christian Scientists from around the world. Six services were held to accommodate all, with Mrs. Eddy delivering a lengthy address on core tenets. The debt free temple stands as a major continental structure amid oppression and ridicule.
For sale an Ao Al organ in good condition. For particulars call on Mrs. Bertha Peterson at third and Granite streets.
Nebraska postmasters met in Omaha with strong turnout. Mayor Dahlman welcomed attendees and Postmaster Sedgwick of York gave a witty reply. President Palmer gave the annual address while letters of regret came from Nebraska senators, six congressmen, Cortelyou, Degrand, Hitchock, and Vickery.
The Pintismouth Journal reports Democrats nominate Goering for state treasurer while Party leaders urge dropping Babe Babcock from Nebraska City. Hastings Democrat notes a strong alternative in Dr. Babcock. Also advertised is a 300 acre pasture near Murray with running water and shade, listed by Edward Graves.
An advertisement claims a sick stomach needs rest and that Kodol for Dyspepsia digests food for the stomach, relieving indigestion and returning the stomach to health. It urges trying Kodol, sold by Fricke & Co and Gering & Co.
We wonder how the fellows who carried the keg of beer up the track Sunday evening would like to see their names published in the paper. The Weeping Water Republican suggests they should quit the booze business, especially on Sunday, as friendly advice.
The note states we have no involvement with the Ebinger Hardware Co. accounts, specifically distancing from Asaucars and Loven. No further details or actions are provided.
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