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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1908
Page
3
The Avoca area notes show residents visiting relatives in Omaha Utica and Weeping Water. Local improvements include a cellar excavation and furnace prep while a painter decorates a saloon building. Ice cream social at the Christian church raised funds as Henry Dunkak recovers from an elevator injury.
A historical profile of Avoca in Cass and Otoe counties highlights key figures from its founding era, including Orlando Tefft and J. B. Carter, plus early public buildings, banks, churches, and services. The piece notes Avoca’s population, shops, schools, and its role as a growing community hub with a newspaper promotion for local business support.
A note describes a pattern for compiling the week’s news while attending to additional column work. It indicates balancing reporting with other newsroom duties and planning for upcoming editions.
Herman G. Wellenseik of the Bank of Avoca is appointed by Governor Sheldon as delegate to the National Good Roads convention in Chicago. The governor’s appointment is stated as correct.
Tom Straub, from a respected Cass or Otoe county family, earns universal praise as a trusted dealer of automobiles and farm implements. He is well known and liked in the community and offers a square deal in his business.
An advertisement extols Ora E Copes as a popular druggist who thoroughly understands his business. The copy invites readers to visit him, praising his accuracy in prescriptions and declaring him the right man in the right place.
John Schmidt known as John has operated in Avoca for about two years and has developed a meat market offering fresh and salt meats poultry and bread. His untiring efforts have created a business any owner would be proud of and he remains a dependable source for meat products.
The Bank of Avoca began in 1882 under David Beam, later sold in November 1906 to the present owner who moved it to a new building in September 1907 and claims one of the state’s finest equipped establishments. Cashier Hermann G Wellensick, a Nebraska Law School graduate, is now in charge. See the bank’s ad in this paper.
B C Marquart & Co a historic general merchandise firm in Avoca traces its roots to 1872 when the Marquart Brothers opened a store. After the 1880 death of the junior partner B C Marquart took over and the firm became B C Marquart & Co L J Marquart later joined bringing the current trio of B C L J and M C Marquart with a continuing local ad on this page.
Dunkak and Maseman run a hardware store acquired from the Graham estate after purchasing it from B. C. Marquardt. Louis Dunkak, longtime local farmer and senior member, partners with George Maseman, previously a clerk at Marquardt’s. They have rapidly advanced since taking control.
Avoca defeated Dunbar 13 to 6 in the season opener with Avoca's offense overpowering the visitors. The score by innings reads AVOO8 5 2 0 1 0 0 5 0 x 13 and Dunbar 6 with batteries Gruber Cochran War nick Wilson and Smith. Umpire Vincent Davis of Weeping Water.
The Journall reports a visitor’s tour of the home of the genial store keeper GG. C. Marquardt. His residence is among the finest in the village and perched within a touch of California with tall shade trees, rose bushes, ferns, and a wide variety of plants planted by Mr Marquardt.
An old farmer recalls Nebraska drought years and grasshopper damage. He notes 1875 late planting yielded exceptional corn, averaging 75 bushels per acre, with strong cattle feed value. He urges farmers not to lose heart and to trust Nebraska soil.
A drunk Omaha tailor caused a disturbance this morning after leaving a saloon. On the street he resisted arrest, was taken to jail, and is now awaiting sobriety.
A Greenwood cemetery monument unveiled despite rain and changed plans. Hon. E. M. Pollard spoke at Stradley’s Hall on slavery and war, followed by the dedication at the cemetery. Mrs. J. W. Barr led fundraising. Gov. Sheldon unable to attend. Congressman Pollard spoke again. The Bedford stone statue stands twelve feet high.
In Nebraska county court the final settlement of the Addison P. Weston estate was heard. The will provided a six hundred dollar annuity to his sister Cyntha A. Orves during her life. Mrs Orves died in late winter, closing the matter after the will was filed in 1895 and the final settlement was made today.
An Old Folks meeting at the Methodist church drew many seniors from all denominations. Mrs. Bradford, a resident of the Masonic home, died last evening. Carpenters building the Mynard Methodist church left for the site, joined by Robert Petty who recently recovered from a head injury suffered during framing.
Margaret Sargent returns home to find her mother slain and Joe Ford, a known gambler, dead beside her. Both victims bear gunshot wounds and a revolver lies in Ford’s hand. Ford left a note indicating motive driven by jealousy. Ford once lived in Plattsmouth and is remembered by locals.
The article notes the ferry approach and a bridge south of the big bridge being out for two seasons. It warns Iowa farmers and river travelers cannot reach town, urging officials and celebration organizers to fix the roads before the Fourth of July.
Pocket theft occurred on a train when Pocket Picked in Lincoln and his invalid wife were boarding to leave after visiting the sanitarium. A thief slipped into his pocket and abstracted twenty dollars in a dense crowd before escapes could be made.
The Nebraska state railway commission notified all telephone companies they cannot charge messenger fees on long distance calls when the called party is reachable by telephone and no messenger service is required.
Uncle Abe Rupley thought a haunting captured him but found a nest of kittens in the undertaking room. He denies ownership and blames Roy Upton's incubator for the feline influx. In other news, the gas company began laying mains on Sixth Street between Pearl and Vine to clear the way for upcoming paving crews.
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