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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1908

Page

3

Many visitors and local business calls in Omaha and nearby towns

A long list of residents and guests visiting Omaha and surrounding communities includes Miss Gladys Marshall and numerous others from Mynard, Cedar Creek, Rock Bluffs, Wabash, Murdock, and communities near Glenwood. The notes mention business and social visits, real estate actions, schooling, and travel to Lincoln and Council Bluffs.

Art E. Conant Omaha G. S. Upton Matt Gering George M. Porter Glenwood J. S. Hall W. F. Gillespie Mynard Gideon Archer Albert Scuttler Henry Horn Cedar Creek Regina Bergman E. C. Coleman Greenwood Watson Long Albert Schantz South Omaha Millie E. Buell Murdock Lydia N. Squires Wabash Chas Creamer

Nehawka Social Fair Scheduled for September 11 and 12

Nehawka residents gathered Tuesday to vote to hold the Nehawka Social Fair this year with dates set for September 11 and 12. Officers for the coming year were elected: R. C. Pollard president G. F. Switzer first vice president Mrs E. Kirkpatrick second vice president J. W. Magney secretary Ruth Murdoch assistant secretary D. C. West treasurer. Committees to be announced later and soliciting visits planned soon.

Nehawka R. C. Pollard G. F. Switzer

High Priced Cattle Sell In Nehawke Purchase

Springfield cattle buyer Charley Owens bought 38 head of Sheldon cattle at 95 dollars each in Nehawke, paying 3705 dollars total in what the Nehawke Register calls the largest sum for that number of cattle at the place. The piece notes cattle destined for packers and jokes about luxury meals for lawmakers.

Charley Owens Springfield Nehawke Nehawke Register

Fractious horse injures Nathan Sweetwood near Mynard

Nathan Sweetwood was kicked in the knee yesterday while riding near John S. Livingston’s home at Mynard. Roy Stokes’ horse struck Sweetwood’s horse in front, injuring the boy who cannot work for the present. He worked on Livingston’s farm.

John S. Livingston Mynard Nathan Sweetwood Roy Stokes Sweetwood Nathan Mr. Livingston

Where Prosperity Comes From in Republican Claims

A Chicago convention speech highlights U S prosperity under Roosevelt era policy. It contrasts production growth with rising living costs and tariff-driven price increases, criticizing Republican figures for omitting wage impact and monopoly taxes while urging farmers to seek a larger share of gains.

Chicago United States Republican Party Burrows Roosevelt Northwest

Lincoln Woman Mrs Frank Palmer Dies at Home

Mrs Frank Palmer long resident in the capital city died yesterday afternoon after illness. She was born in Knightstown Ind and was cousin to the Dovey boys. The funeral is expected tomorrow. remains to be moved to Knightstown this evening by Burlington train. George E Dovey and daughter Ella Margaret accompanied Mr Palmer part of the way east.

Chas. Reed Des Moines Iowa Council Bluffs George Hunt W. E. McFarland A. P. Campbell Heardsville Omaha State Druggists’ Association Metropolis McFarland L. G. Larson Leonard Moving Picture Theatre Fred Blunt Pinkie Wm. Hraska Agnes Bajeck Lillian Bookmeyer Clarence Owens T. E. Parmele Chicago Windy City F. D. Lehnhoff Tillie F. W G. B. Lehnhoff Tenny Berta Jackson Falls City Union G. S. Upton Christain Ross Alice Eaton A. H. Smith Norris Arthur Smith John S. Hall Frank Palmer Palmer Dovey Boys Eleanor Dovey Isaac Dovey E. G. Dovey Knightstown Ind Burlington George E. Dovey Ella Margaret Lincoln Mr. Palmer

Insurance Adjusts Storm Losses for August Wendt and W L Thomas

Four cattle on August Wendt’s farm near Murdock were struck by lightning and killed. Cass County Mutual Insurance paid the loss with J P Falter issuing the check. W L Thomas’s house had a blown chimney and windows damaged, insured by State Tornado Insurance. settlement completed yesterday through local representative Mr. Fal er.

Wendt Murdock Cass County Mutual Insurance Company J. P. Falter W. L. Thomas State Tornado Insurance Company Faler

Will Go in Business in Iowa

William Schutz, who once used the name George Wiles on a bad check, has left Plattsmouth and is heading to Pacific Junction to start a business. He has been staying with landlord Manspeaker while in town.

Will Iowa Wm. Schutz George Wiles Plattsmouth Pacific Junction

Pitman Visits Court House to Bid on Land

J W Pitman a substantial farmer from Union Cass county visited the court house today to bid on land for sale. He has been ailing but remains active in business and community affairs.

J. W. Pitman Cass County Union Pitman

Webb Writes to the Judge About Sentence Hold

Webb writes Judge Archer claiming he misunderstood his sentence for stealing shoes from John Gebhart. He says it may end July 3 or July 5 if costs are included, and requests release to celebrate the Fourth of July. Governors alone can grant clemency. Webb’s plan risks alerting the public.

Chass Webb John Gebhart Archer Sheldon Wiley Webb

Bride and groom wed in Nebraska City by Judge Wilson

John Baier and Miss Rosa Bates were married at the Court House in Nebraska City Thursday noon with Miss Mary Hansen as bridesmaid and relatives William Bates Minne and Baier. The couple, raised nearby, will settle on the Bater farm southwest of Nehawka.

John Baier Rosa Bates Nebraska City Wilson Court House Mary Hansen Minne Mr. Baier William Bates Register Bater Farm Nehawka

Local Youth Jacob Beckman Taken to Omaha Hospital

Jacob Beckman aged 18, son of Ben Beckman of Bear Murray, has suffered weeks of severe abdominal pain on the right side. Dr Gilmore treated him and the family departed for Omaha for examination and diagnosis to decide on treatment.

Jacob Beckman Ben Beckman Bear Murray Gilmore Jacob Omaha

Miller Refuses To Work After Capture In City Chase

John Miller, captured days ago after a spirited chase, refuses to work off his fine. He sat yesterday in the sun on the street with ball and chain attached to his ankle and smoked his pig as unconcernedly as possible. The outcome is watched closely to see if the city will force labor or keep him jailed on bread and water.

John Miller

Miss Celia Madson Seeks Rheumatism Treatment in Lincoln

Miss Celia Madson and her mother Mrs. Peter Madson traveled to Lincoln this morning to have rheumatism treated at the city sanitarium. Mrs. Madson has long suffered rheumatism and tried various therapies without relief. She hopes the sanitarium hot baths will bring a cure.

Celia Madson Peter Madson Lincoln

Remains to be Sent by Burlington Train Saturday

The Lincoln Journal reports Mrs. F. D. Palmer will be sent on Burlington train No. 2 Saturday to Knightstown Indiana for interment. Short services at 725 South Tenth will be held at 11 a m Saturday morning. The funeral will be private.

Lincoln Journal F. D. Palmer Burlington Knightstown Ind South Tenth

For Sale George Bancroft 1200 lb Weight Record

For sale 1200 pound weight labeled George Bancroft with a record of 2.30. Item listed with address SoEME DwusTIN Auburn Neb.

George Bancroft Soeme Dwustin Auburn Neb

Fifteenth Birthday Celebration for Master Walda

Friends gathered at his home to celebrate Master Walda mar Soennichsen’s fifteenth birthday with lawn games and a luncheon. Guests exchanged many tokens of friendship and enjoyed a pleasant afternoon together.

Waldamar Soennichsen

Another Young American Arrived

Rejoicing in Pat Eagan and wife over the birth of a son. The family, including siblings, celebrates the safe arrival. Both mother and child are doing nicely.

Pat Eagan

Carl Graves Joins Belle Fourche Ball Club as Pitcher

Carl Graves left this morning for Belle Fourche South Dakota to join the local ball team as pitcher. He is known for his ability to twirl the ball and his new team is in good fortune to have him. The Belle Fourche lineup is expected to benefit from his skills this season.

Carl Graves Belle Fourche S. C Carl

Val Gableman Returns From Weeping Water Visit

Val Gableman arrived back last evening from Weeping Water after a several day visit with friends.

Val Gableman Weeping Water Withriends

Ice Cream Social at New Methodist Church

An ice cream supper is planned for June 27 at the new Methodist church building in Mynyrd. Proceeds and event details are listed in the community notice.

New Methodist Mynyrd

For Sale Two Good Registered Shorthorn Bulls

For sale two registered Shorthorn bulls from H G Topp. Dam line and breeding details not provided in text. Notes indicate availability from a single seller.

H,. G. Topp

Shorthorn Yearling Bull for Sale in Rock Bluffs

One good yearling registered Shorthorn bull offered by Mark Whitg of Rock Bluffs. Potential buyers may contact the seller for details on pedigree and price.

Mark Whitg Rock Bluffs

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Daily Personal News Daily Journal Gladys Marshall Wyatt Hutchison City Eddie Todd Marion Armstrong The Journal Force Bellevue Freda Alex Phillip Meisinger Ben Dill Murray J. E. Wiles Elizabeth Spangler Ernest Wallengren Royal August Johnson Bert Byers W. J. Chubbach Hutchinson Kansas J. C. Cummins Ralph Mullis Gust Homan Alva Godwin L. C. Sharpe Brother Frank Wooster E. H. Englekemeier Gertie Anderson Havelock Mrs. Mae Morgan Albert Schuldice Bradley White John Kopp Miss Beema W. B. Raymond Scott’s Bluffs Ed. Donat B. C. Kerr Ithica Lillian Fitch Wade W. Windhar Fairmont E. F. Grimes C. W. Baylor C. L. Mitchell John Brandon J. E. Mason Pearl Streets White Jessie Gilmour Rachael Livingston G. L. Hawley Clinton Louis Baumann Thomas Akeson Manley Albert Stokes Mrs. Stokes Tillie Renner J. A. Murray Miss Blanche Nebraska George Kroehler, Jr Robert Kroehler Anna Welburn William Welburn Riley Hotel John Wiles Bessie Everett Benjamin John Will Kaufman Robert Beyers Hastings Floyd Chalfant J. G. Hoffine Ashland E. P. Critchfield G. G. Meisinger Jesse R. Brown N. B. Thompson Mary Karvanuk W. H. Newell Stone Company Joe Reynolds Percival C. D. Quinton Julius Pepperburg Strause Albert Clabaugh Nebraska Lighting Company C. C. Mitchell E. P. Lutz Chas. Haney A. B. Taylor J. G. Claus Lara Hasemier Jessie Robertson Positively Wescott Chas Piper Somerset York Seward Ice Cream Social
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