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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1912
Page
4
A playful question about machinery compares the steam roller to cars and warns Chicago visitors to wear a helmet and steel chest protection next week for potential hazards.
The piece notes 10 percent economy in government, discusses Taft and Roosevelt possibilities, and cites Daniel s stance on balanced ticket. It references Orozco, recalls 1884 Cleveland Hendricks victory, and questions city building needs in Plattsmouth with local civic tales.
The piece speculates on who will nominate Governor Harmon of Ohio and argues his victory could carry New York New Jersey Connecticut Ohio Indiana Texas and the solid South for Taft or Roosevelt. It claims he would amass over 300 electoral votes as celebration spreads even if voters must travel. The steam roller supports President Taft in Chicago.
The note praises honesty in politics and jokes about office seekers while mentioning that farmers are less eager for rain than two weeks ago. It proposes entertaining a couple thousand farmers on the Fourth of July.
The Journal suggests keeping Independence Day local with a genuine picnic dinner in the city park. Merchants in Flattamouth display goods in shop windows, drawing praise as rivaling Omaha retailers.
Four years after using a steam roller Roosevelt advised Taft on political tactics and Chicago shows the same force at play. Champ Clark could win Nebraska if nominated at Baltimore, attracting strong Republican and Democrat backing. The Noogevell contests are questioned as possibly framed, while Taft’s camp fears a bolt at Chicago though Roosevelt has allies in big business circles.
The piece notes Taft’s political momentum, comments on personal credibility, and a growing sense of tension in Chicago as Roosevelt supporters waver. It mentions preparations for a YMCA building and hints at economic pressures like high beef prices amid shifting political winds.
The piece argues Congress should probe Haven weather research and hints at political influence on science. It reflects rural pride, labor respect, and distrust of the rich, while Mayor Sattler backs a simple old fashioned Fourth of July celebration for Plattsmouth with music, fireworks, and speeches.
The piece depicts President Roosevelt as backed by Steel trust Harvester trust National City Bank and Rockefeller interests and questions if the people will rule amid midnight talks with Wall Street magnates. It notes alleged noise from Heney and Dixon and reports a Illinois man’s fatal car accident involving a dog.
A satirical note targets Senator La Follelle for misreading political routes. It mocks the senator for not joining the Perkins Morton Rockefeller faction and hints at chances in the Republican presidential race.
The piece argues Platismouth should acquire F. E. White lots on Main Street for a city building, noting no town its size is without a final building and urging action now. It also praises Kai J. Gain jr. of Stella as Nebraska Grand Lodge grand master and recalls Gain’s Senate service and character.
A reader notes the packing trust far exceeds government power and can levy tribute on the people. The piece highlights jealousy from money interests as major financial journals warn that rising race prices look weak next to government returns and April cattle receipts at packing centers.
How North Platte editorializes on political reform and a proposed Blue Sky Act. It discusses an attorney general who wins cases with evidence and law, and advocates for a Nebraska version of Kansas stock promotion prohibitions to curb flashy promoters and protect investors.
The piece argues about Democratic prospects at Baltimore with Champ Clark as a likely nominee. It notes Bevan's neutrality between Clark and Wilson, Bryan's support patterns, and Clark's perceived honesty and battlefield role in progressive democracy, suggesting Clark could energize the party.
The Sun of Hartwell notes a country editor’s plight likening it to a cheerful donor who “takes care of the editor.” It recalls a charter from the state to serve the town, defend the paper, and endure personal gossip and hardships for the community.
The piece notes heavy weed growth after recent rains, with weeds along Main street to the High school now tall and expected to reach a man’s head in two weeks. It urges the city to deploy mowing crews to clear sidewalks and other streets in need of cutting.
Henry Meisinger of near Springfield has bought four acres in Papillion village from Elmer Stoft for 18900. The unimproved tract lies in the northeast part near the P. W. Chapman property. He plans a neat cottage and expects to move from the farm to a quieter life in Papillion.
Posts and good bur oak wood for sale. Large supply of block wood available. For details contact Bower and Kinney, one mile south and one and a half miles west of Cullom.
W J Furlong of Rock Bluffs visited Platnsmouth today and reported heavy rain at his residence. Within three days starting Tuesday afternoon more than four inches of water fell at his home.
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