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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1911

Page

3

Valuation Disputes Over Omaha Line and Deathless Divorces

The Nebraska railway commission reports a split between state officials and the company on the Chicago Minneapolis St Paul and Omaha line valuation for taxation. Dodge County faces an inheritance tax ruling restricting taxation on mortgages owned by non residents, and Hulda Anderson's divorce from Axel Anderson is affirmed. Frederickson judgments confirm a $9650 plus interest damages for assault and conversion. Grogger licenses and bishop consecration plans are noted along with Wichita diocese events and Lincoln priests' attendance.

Dodge County Nebraska Anderson Lincoln The State Railway Commission Chicago Minneapolis, St. Paul Omaha State Board of Assessment Railway Commission Assessment Board Hulda Anderson Axel Anderson Douglas County Supreme Court Davenport

Nebraska Eagles Convene in Columbus for State Meeting

Visiting Nebraska Eagles gather in Columbus for the sixth annual state meeting with Grand Island hosting next convention. No state officers have been elected yet except two Omaha men, Joy Williams and J. M. Tenner, named for the state presidency.

Columbus Neb Nebraska Eagles Grand Island Omaha Joy Williams J. M. Tenner

Camorrist Trial Delayed By Counsel Absence In Italy

In Viterbo Italy June 15 President Bianchi adjourned the Camorra trial until tomorrow after defense counsel Alessandro Licy failed to appear and then withdrew amid accusations of witness tampering. Alleged Camorra head Alfano and associates face murder charges in the Cuoccolo case as prisoners express frustration at the delay.

Viterbo Italy Alessandro Licy Bianchi Gennaro Cuoccolo Signora Cuoccolo

Knox Presents Voucher in Day Portrait Case

Secretary Knox testified before the House committee on expenditures in the state department and produced a long missing voucher for 2450 dollars. The artist had received 850 dollars, leaving 1600 unaccounted. Chairman Hamlin said the voucher looked doctored, while Knox protested and Hamlin cleared him of suspicion.

Washington State Knox House Committee On Expenditures State Department Hamlin Knox

Veterans Parade in Muscatine Reviewed by Governor

Delegates to G A R department encampment in Muscatine hear business talks by local groups. Absent commander H A Dyer Mason City is represented by Newman. Governor Carroll reviews the parade as speakers include W P Hepburn Colonel Dave Palmer Congressman I B Pepper and Mrs Jennie Lo Berry Cedar Rapids.

The Jennie Lo Berry Cedar Rapids

Riverside park protection plan discussed with War Secretary

Secretary Holmes of the Sioux City Commercial club and Commissioner Whitley testified before Secretary Stimson on safeguarding Riverside park and adjacent riverfront properties from Missouri river erosion. Representative Huly Bard attended the hearings.

Washington Holmes Sioux City

Travelers’ Protective Association Decides Not to Send Committee

Philadelphia June 16 The annual convention of the Travelers Protective Association of America decided not to send a committee to Washington to oppose the parcels post act as many members are already in Washington ready to fight the bill. Charles Hopper of Omaha will be elected president.

Philadelphia Travelers’ Protective Association of America Washington Charles Hopper Omaha

Senate to Present Silver Service for Taft Anniversary

Washington reports that on the twenty fifth wedding anniversary celebration of President and Mrs Taft on Monday senators will present a magnificent silver service. All senators signed the contribution list.

Washington

Yates Likely to Be First Witness

The senate Lorimer committee will begin testimony on Thursday June 22. Former Governor Yates of Illinois is likely to be the first witness called.

Washington Senate Lorimer Committee Yates of Illnois

New York City plans subway system at 257 400 000

A report notes New York City plans a new subway system costing 257.4 million dollars. The item appears among other federal and local notices including judicial appointments and legislative actions from various states.

New York City

Heike in the Witness Box Seeks Sugar Trust Secrets

The House sugar trust investigating committee cross examined Charles R. Heike, secretary of the American Sugar Refining Co., on the Havemeyer era and recent sugar customs frauds. Heike said Havemeyer ran the business with no direct notes of board discussions and denied close confidential ties. He cited the merger as a cost reduction measure.

Washington Henry O. Havemeyer House Sugar Trust Charles R. Heike Edwin F. Atkins Mr. Havemeyer Holdinga Heike Havemeyer

Mrs Emma Manchester Re elected Supreme Guardian

Rochester N Y June 15 Mrs Emma Manchester is re elected supreme guardian by the supreme council of the Woodmen Circle with one dissenting vote. The outcome is said to clear her of charges filed by Elizabeth Sears of Omaha. Miss Alexander of Texas was elected supreme clerk.

Rochester Supreme Council of the Woodmen Circle Emma Manchester Elizabeth Sears Omaha Sears Miss Alexander Texas

Nurserymen Converge in St Louis for Convention

The thirty fifth annual convention of the American Association of Nurserymen opened in St Louis on June 16 and runs for three days. Delegates plan motions opposing Congress passes of the Howard bill to quarantine all seedlings and imported stock from France and other countries linked to the brown legged moth origin.

St. Louis American Association of Nurserymen Congress France

Hospital Destroyed by Fire in Nevada Missouri

June 15 report that the state hospital industrial building No 3 at Nevada Missouri burned. Thirteen employees were inside asleep. one badly burned while the rest escaped uninjured. Loss estimated around $20000. Cause unknown.

Nevada, Mo State Hospital For Iname

Free Methodists In Session Begin Quadrennial Conference

In Chicago on June 15 the thirteenth quadrennial conference of the Free Methodist Church of North America opened. Five bishops will preside over sessions and new bishops along with a church executive committee and other officers are to be elected during the gathering.

Chicago Free Methodist Church of North America

Grain and Provisions Market Prices Chicago June 14

Closing prices report for wheat corn data and meat products. Wheat July 884c Sept 87%c Dec 88%. Corn July 54% Sept 56% Data July 85c Sept 9y. Pork July 15.26 Sept 15.10. Lard July 8.17 Sept 8.32. Ribs July 8.22 Sept 3.17. Cash prices No 2 hard wheat 800c No 2 corn 54%c No 2 oats 36% 36%c.

Chicago

Market Report Chicago Cattle Hogs and Sheep Prices

Cattle receipts 18 000 steady to strong with prices for beeves 5 15 to 6 10 western steers 4 75 to 5 70 stockers and feeders 3 80 to 5 05 cows and heifers 2 45 to 5 85 calves 6 00 to 8 00. Hog receipts 20 000 steady with best 5 95 to 6 25 mixed 5 05 to 7 27 heavy 5 85 to 6 25 rough 5 25 to 6 00 pigs 5 60 to 6 15 bulk 6 15 6 25. Sheep receipts 20 000 10e off natives 2 50 to 4 15 westerns 2 75 to 4 15 yearlings 4 00 to 4 00 lambs 4 25 to 7 76 60.

Chicago

South Omaha Livestock Receipts June 14 Summary

South Omaha cattle receipts total 8 400 with beef steers at 5.45 to 6.05 and cows and heifers 2.50 to 6.00. Calves bring 5.00 to 7.75. Sheep receipts 6 700 with wethers 5.90 to 6.04 and lambs 6.60. Mixed grades and heavy offerings listed with varied prices.

South Omaha Nebt Owen

Girls Enjoy a Picnic by Burlington Bridge

A large group of young people gathered near the Burlington bridge for a picnic followed by outdoor games and a mosquito chorus. After supper at 6, the party watched boats and lights, sent off newlyweds Mr and Mrs Gibson, then dispersed with names listed among the attendees.

Burlington Bridge Burlington Station Mrs. Gibson Missouri Points Tuey

New Ready Made Dresses At M Fangars

Advertises a fresh line of ready made ladies and misses dresses at appealing prices. Promises stylish options with affordable costs to attract customers.

M. Fangar's

Guests of Superintendent Abbott Visit City

Mr and Mrs Keen Abbott of Onaha stayed in the city yesterday as guests of Superintendent Abbott and family. He mailed two photographs to the publishers of his new book A Melody in Silver for advertising in London with the Putnam company. His last book is selling remarkably well and received a column and a half review in last Sunday’s State Journal.

Keen Abbott Onaha Abbott Gily Putnam Company London The State Journal

Alteration price sale at M. Fanner offers savings

A promotion at M. Fanner highlights current alteration price reductions. Shoppers are urged to take advantage of the lower rates now available.

M. Fanner

Basket Meeting Postponed Near Mynard

The basket meeting planned at Mr. George Snyder's home northwest of Mynard is postponed to Sunday June 25 due to Mrs. L. D. Haford of Omaha being unable to attend. Attendees are urged to take notice.

George Snyder Mynard

Burdock Root Bither Cures Long Dyspepsia Says Walker

J. 4. Walker of Sumbury Ohio reports years of indigestion and loss of appetite. After using Burdock Root Bithers he claims his symptoms were relieved and appetite returned.

J. 4. Walker Sumbury Ohio

Mirror screen to elevate Majestic theater show

Majestic theater manager A M Sehlaes ordered a mirror screen to be installed tonight at great expense. The device, used in leading city cinemas, promises 300 percent clearer pictures with lifelike depth and no eye strain. Sehlaes, a tireless promoter of the latest improvements, says the screen must be seen to be believed.

A. M. Sehlaes Majestic Theater Schlaes

Unload Some Fine Cattle at Turlington Yards

Kunsmann and Ramee, hunting meal merchants, yesterday brought in and unloaded twenty nine head of two year old heifers at the Turlington yards. The cattle are bound for the block and will be moved to feed yards north of the city to be slaughtered for the trade.

Excise Board Tihen Kunsmann & Ramee Huntling Turlington

Dean's Ointment Offers Quick Skin Relief for Children

Promises instant relief from eczema sores and itching with a claim of quick cure and child safety. Advertises through druggists as the trusted choice for families.

Dean Drugelsia

Forest Rose Flour Promoted as Top Grade by Dealers

A local advertising pitch urges readers to ask their flour dealer for Forest Rose flour claiming it is among the best grades. The fragment urges trying a sack to be convinced and mentions dealers endorsing the brand.

Millinery Sale Still Dropping Prices at Fangers

Last chance this season to buy hats as prices remain low at Fanger's millinery. Shop now for discounts before the season ends.

Fanger’s

Fishers Return Home After Visit in Council Bluffs

Mr and Mrs W Fisher of Council Bluffs return home this morning after visiting Mr M W Thomas and wife for a time.

Mrs. W. Fisher Council Blu Re M. W. Thomas

Wayne Moore Dies After Touring Car Crash Near Waterloo

Wayne Moore died at Clarkson hospital from injuries after a touring car overturned west of Waterloo. Five injured including three young women and Lem C. Hill. Moore, 28, from Red Oak Iowa, had married Mina Grace Connor seven months earlier.

Omaha Wayne Moore Clarkson Hospital Waterloo Wolz Fremont Lem C. Hill Ter Grand Wolf Mr. Moore Clarkson Red Oak Mina Grace Connor Joseph Connor Tate

Maple Valley Firemen's Tourney Opens in Bae City

The Maple Valley Firemen's association tournament opened in Bae City with an estimated attendance of 6,000. Three excursion trains from Sioux City and other western points arrived. The meet features races tests of skill with fire apparatus and athletic events with fifteen towns represented.

Bae City Maple Valley Firemen's Association Sioux City

South Park Hitters Edge Red Sox 7–6 In Comeback

The South Park Hitters defeated the Red Sox 7 to 6 in a Sunday game. Harry Winscott doubled and Elmer Hallestrom hit a homer in the seventh to clinch the win as the Hitters moved to five and one. Batteries were Bulin Winscott for the Hitters and Poisall Grassman for the Red Sox.

South Park Red Sox Methodist Presbyterian Harry Winscott Elmer Hallestrom South Side Bulin Winscott Poisall Grassman

Reed land pasture listing near Lovey Mile Grove precinct

Land listing describes pasture for Rem with Norton at quarter of section 5 in township 1 percent range 12 and northwest quarter of section 34 in township 13 range 12 known as Reed land near Lovey section to Might Mile Grove precinct. WHll rent for three years at 300 dollars per year. Pasture suitable for farming in parts. Contact telephone W. D. Wheeler Plattsmouth Nebraska.

Norton Lovey Might Mile Grove W. D. Wheeler Plattmouth Neb

Reed and Lorenz Sign with State League

Ernest Reed and Ralph Lorenz have signed contracts with the state baseball league and will go to Fremont to join the team. Reed will be catcher and Lorenz will be a left fielder. Reed previously managed the Lincoln Stars last season.

Ernest Reed Ralph Lorenzen Contragte State Baseball League Fremont Reed Lorenzen Lincoln Stars

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Company Frederickson Micrd Flinn H. E. Frederickson Flinn J. Henry Bonacum Wichita Hennessey Camorrists Licy Muscatine Missouri Mrs. Taft Yates Lewis University City, Mo Julian Mack National Charities Conference Charles I. Curtis Clinton Minn Taft Foster W. Brown Tennessee Porto Rico United States John J. Jenkins Chippewa Pally Wis Aldrich Ohio State University Bonator Brown Hin Bi Indiana Court of Claims Thin Dil Sugar Trust House Faille American Sugar Refining Company Mrs. Manchester Supreme Council Free Methodists Chicago Board of Trade Plattsmouth C. E. Wescott Misses Zelma Alice Hazel Tuey Garnet Florence Gary May Ola Grook Hermine Eien Windham Berita Jackson Etha Crabill Elizabeth Kerr Goldie Noble Amy Gook Muriel Bartheld Grace Dalton Mildred Balser Cecil Hawkenbury Georgia White Kibel Leyda Clara Austin Bess Edwards Plattemouth Joewitt Munryer Tremmirer Pitty City Jegineer Mayoral Council An. Pasco John P. Sattler Superintendent Abbott Majestic Sac City State League
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