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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1908

Page

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Closing Exercises at St John s Parochial School

The St John s Parochial School closed its term with a full Parmele theatre audience. A burlesque operetta King Cole opened the program followed by a diplomas presentation for eighth grade graduates. The interludes featured Gipsey Zoe and The Whole Year Round with songs and drills, praised for teamwork and staging.

St. John’s Parmele King Cole W. F. Bradley John Janda Teresa Droege Hazel Plaeger Zora Smith Mary Jelinek Charles Kratowhil Sofa Sleczowski Lucile Baehr Lily Novetna Rose Janda Mary McElroy Lillian Schuldice Sophia Chaloupka Leo Walch Gipsey Zoe Reuben Rachael

A Very Wonder Full Invention Brinkerhoff Stamp Vending Machine

An exhibition at the Riley Hotel showcases F H Brinkrhoff of Sedalia Missouri with a postage slot machine that dispenses stamps and change. The machine promises honesty by returning counterfeit money and aims to place such devices in public places to serve hotel guests and city residents.

Riley Hotel Fet

Commissioners inspect storm damaged bridges near Cedar Creek and Louisville

Chas. R. Jordan and M. L. Friedrich report from a county tour that several bridges suffered damage in recent storms. They plan repairs promptly to restore the crossings to good order.

Chas. R. Jordan M. L. Friedrich Cedar Creek Louisville

Johnson hints at possible withdrawal from Denver nomination

Minnesota Governor John A. Johnson, while visiting Omaha, said his name might not be presented to the Denver Democratic convention within a week or two. He stressed Minnesota will likely back the party’s nominee and that he would support the convention’s choice if nominated.

Denver John A. Johnson Minnesota Omaha Lawrence Kan Minneapolis Bryan Taft Johnson Chicago Kansas City University of Kansas Thomas F. Ryan Nebraska

Turn to Tuiner's American Elixir of Bitter Wine

An advertisement warns of overwork harming health and urges use of Tuiner's American Elixir of Bitter Wine to restore stomach and intestines. It claims the product heals inflamed membranes and strengthens digestive muscles. Available at drug stores with Jos. Tuiner listing in Chicago Illinois.

Tuiner Jos Ashland Avenue Chicago Ilinois

Balogna officials depart for Cedar Falls and Naperville trip

Herr L Kluftinger and Herr Max Mayr both of Balogna Italy, German Consul to that country, leave with relatives to visit Cedar Falls Iowa and Naperville Illinois before returning to the old country. Mrs Paul Gering accompanies the group. Mrs Gering, son Matt and daughter Mia traveled with them to Omaha this afternoon.

L. Kluftinger Balogna Italy Max Mayr Gerings Cedar Falls Iowa Napierville Illinois Old Country Paul Gering Gering Matt Mia Omaha

Our First Cherry Pie

We thank J. T. Bates the carpenter west of town for a quart of fine cherries that made our first cherry pie of the year. It is nice to be remembered by those who know our taste for such fruit.

J. T. Bates

Safe for Safe sells unneeded safe for cheap

The Journal offers a nearly new safe for safe keeping of valuable papers. It has been used by the paper but is in good condition and for sale at a low price. Call at the office or write for examination and purchase details.

Fourth of July Meeting Promises Grand Celebration

At a Thursday meeting for the Fourth of July celebration all committees were represented and reports were glowing. Officials urged an onward push toward the biggest time in the history of the old town, with harmonious work toward success.

Old Town

Governor Sheldon Circulating as Taft Running Mate

Washington dispatch notes Governor Sheldon discussed as Taft’s vice presidential choice. Senator Burkett promoted Sheldon, claiming he is closer to nomination than rivals from Massachusetts or New Jersey, and that support could secure a convention pick if the Dolliver faction wanes.

Washington Sheldon Taft Roosevelt Burkett George Sheldon Dolliver

Serious Accident at the Shops Injures Pangburn

Last evening at the local shops a testing derrick car caused a severe hand injury to E. G. Pangburn. While lowering rails during lifting tests the sling caught, pulling his hand through a pulley and tearing flesh. He lost two fingers and suffered multiple injuries but showed some improvement today.

E. G. Pangburn Pangburn

Hog cholera cure urged by Iowa tests claims success

Dr Peters cites experiments in 30 to 40 Iowa herds showing cure of established hog cholera using a mixed injection of infected blood and immune serum. Dorsett of Washington bureau argues the problem solved with vaccine production from infected blood rather than artificial germs. The article also notes the guardian settlement for Searle Davis with Troy Davis becoming guardian as of June 11.

Peters Department of Animal Pathology The State University Dorsett Bureau of Animal Industry Washington Iowa Searle Davis Troy Davis

Increased Real Estate Valuation in Nebraska County Reports

Red Willow county real estate last year valued at 4 444 150 full value rose to 10 300 000 this year as the first land revaluation since the general revenue law. State board aims to equalize values after railroad property assessments. total Nebraska property value forecast to rise to about 2 350 000 000.

Red Willow County Junkin Lincoln News State Board Nebraska

A Good Law Proves Worth of Oklahoma Bank Deposit Insurance

The Oklahoma banking law for insured deposits faced its first test as a bank was closed by the examiner. Funds from the state insurance reserve were used to honor all demands, with no run or distrust. The episode argues for the law’s value and may boost public confidence in Oklahoma banks.

Oklahoma Insurance Reserve Fund Ballance

Burlington bridge at Fremont reopens after repairs

The Lincoln Journal reports the Burlington bridge at Fremont is open to traffic after repairs completed last night. High river water caused one pier to fail and two spans to sag, slowing progress and requiring flat boats from Omaha to Fremont and rail transport for workers. Passenger trains used the Northwestern line, perishable freight moved via Omaha Road, and dead freight held until reopening.

Burlington Fremont Lincoln Journal Missouri Omaha Northwestern Lincoln Omaha Road

Geologist Leon Pepperberg Assigned to Milk River Survey

Leon Pepperberg from Washington DC with the government geological survey visits his parents then heads west to Livingston Montana to lead a surveying gang on the Milk river project.

Leon Pepperberg Washington, D. C Government Geological Survey Livingston, Mon

Edwin D Crites Among Forty Five Bar Applicants

Edwin D Crites of Chadron son of Judge Crites was examined by the state bar commission for admission to practice law in Nebraska. Born January 29 1884 in Plattsmouth he holds a bachelor of arts from the state university and is regarded as one of the state’s young attorneys. The Journal congratulates his merited success.

State Bar Commission Nebraska Edwin D. Crites Judge Crites Chadron Edwin State University Plattsmouth

Non-Partisan Sketch of Bryan in Book Form

A. L. Gale and G. W. Kline announce a forthcoming Lincoln Star produced life portrait of William J. Bryan. The nonpartisan authors promise a truthful, comprehensive and complimentary career review with photographs. Price is 41 and orders may be sent to Lincoln.

William J. Bryan A. L. Gale Lincoln Star G. W. Kline Gale Mr. Kline United States Bryan Lincoln

Caution Against Ads Promising High Pay For No Experience

The article warns readers to distrust ads claiming high salaries with prepaid cash and expenses for inexperienced workers. It argues experienced applicants exist in ample supply and that offering large pay to novices suggests either folly or foul play by the employer.

Tom Harry California

Windham Heads to Chicago for Republican National Convention

Robert B. Windham sails to Chicago for about three days to attend the Republican National Convention and press for the nomination of J J Doliver for vice president. He will then travel to Ann Arbor Michigan to visit the law school he graduated from in 1872.

Robert B. Windham Chicago J. J. Dolliver Ann Arbor Mich Law Windham

Coal Possibility Seen In Bohemian Catholic Plot

Charles Kradowhil digs a well on the Bohemian Catholic church lot and after passing blue granite and a dark shale resembling coal, he reports about four feet of shale with deeper digging likely to reveal coal. He seeks help to haul away dirt and rock to determine if coal exists.

Charles Kradowhil Charles

Also Mentioned on This Page

ST. John’s School Clara Janda Janda H. J. Altrogge Marie Fitzgerald Hermie Chaloupka Brinkerhoff Postage Gov. Sheldon Senator Burkett E.G. Pangburn Fremont Bridge
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