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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1911

Page

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Steamboat Chester Traverses Missouri River Route

The Chester steamboat, part of Walter S. Dickey’s private fleet, passed Boonville and Arrow Rock with minor delays and a planned stop at Glasgow. Pilots note a faster run later, expect a nearly 100 mile delta and possible Kansas City landing by Wednesday morning.

Boonville Chester Kansas City Star Port Lupus Jefferson City Glasgow Glasgow Band Company Kansas Gity Kansas City Delaware

Install Officers at Masonic Lodge Meeting

From Tuesday's Daily the Masonic lodge installed officers after the regular meeting. Installed were Oliver O. Dovey W M William A. Robertson B W George W. Thomas J W Carl G. Fricke treasurer M. Archer secretary Oliver Hudson 8 D Nelson Dean J D 8 Ray Smith 8 S Fri te A Fricke J E and Thomas S C Dabb tyler.

Masonic Lodge W. Y. Leonard Oliver Dovey W. M William A. Robertson George W. Thomas J. W Carl G. Fricke M. Archer Oliver. Hudson Nelson Dean J. D Ray

Missouri River trade expands from Kansas City to St Louis

River traffic grows on the lower Missouri with regular trips from Kansas City to St Louis and onward to New Orleans. Discussion notes potential river improvements and repairs to enable broader navigation from Omaha, urging business leaders in Omaha to lead a successful Missouri river segment.

A Pleasant Trip to Union and Return

From Monday's Daily the Journal publisher accepted an invitation from Mr. BK Hl Schulhof for an automobile trip to Union. The visit showcased Union's prosperity with new brick buildings and planned railroad side tracks. Schulhof, a piano tuner, travels Cass County and seeks piano clients, referencing strong guarantees of his ability.

Journal BK. Hl. Schulhof Union Schulhof Alvo South Cage Cass County

Newbranch Family Set to Move to Plattsmouth

Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Newbranch and daughter Miss Grace will relocate to Plattsmouth where Grace will teach in the public schools. They have lived in Lincoln for twenty years. Grace is described as an accomplished lady and the family is noted for ties to Mrs. N C Abbott and Harry Newbranch, editor of the Omaha World-Herald. The community is promised a cordial welcome.

O. P. Newbranch Grace Plattsmouth

Lost Vehicle Reward Notice Between Manley and Rock Whigs

Finder will receive reward by notifying C. Gale in Mynard Nebraska. This item appears as a lost notice dated 6-15 with location hints between Manley and Rock Whigs.

Manley Rock Finder C. Gale Mynard

Fred Maines Convicted of Assault and Battery

The state’s case against Fred Maines for robbery ended with a verdict of assault and battery. The jury spared him a robbery conviction, while two co defendants had their cases moved to the December term. Maines faces penalties and possible damages to Parker for aiding in the beating.

Fred Maines Joseph Schmaterer Frank Roman Meier Louisville Maines Parker

Mrs Swearingen in Jail in Sidney

Mrs. Swearingen of Sidney is jailed after her bondsman withdrew. Convicted two years ago of assault with intent to do great bodily injury to A S Williams, she shot at him during a real estate dispute. Fined 2500 or 150 days. appealed and has been free on bond pending state court ruling.

Swearingen M. Swearingen Sidney John Horsley Percival A. S. Williams Williams Hamburg Ramsey Cass County

Miller Buys River Boat at Plattsmouth Move

Henry Miller of Florence arrived on No. 4 and bought a boat from Tom Tsner. The craft went to the river this morning and Miller returned with supplies before departing for St. Joseph Missouri.

Henry Miller Florence No. 4 Tom Tsner

Brinkmans Return From Lincoln Visit

Mr and Mrs Brinkman came back from Lincoln on the afternoon train today after a brief visit with friends.

Mrs. Brinkman Lincoln

Parole Law Praised After Thrall’s Release in 1904

Judge Travis reports paroling Fred Thrall from Union after a drink-related conviction. Thrall expressed gratitude from Omaha to Plattsmouth, detailing steady work at Brandeis store and a monthly judge visit, citing the parole law’s positive impact.

Travis Fred Thrall Union Thrall Omaha Neb Plattsmouth O. K Brandeis Mr. Ramsey Rain South Seventh Street

District Court action grants defense fees in four criminal cases

Judge Travis approved $35 fees for Dwyer in the State v Perry and State v Booker cases and $35 for Rawles in State v McGauley and State v Maines. A petition by Dwyer for Nichols vs foyer seeks to enjoin disposal of crops until rent is paid. trial set for next week.

Prin Daly Travis Perry Booker D. O. Dwyer McGauley Maines G. A. Rawles Maintiff John W. Nichols G. W. Foyer

Will Test Evidence In County Court Case

The county court heard the case of James N. Jordan et al. versus J. Lawrence Stull. Evidence was presented and arguments made by W A Robertson for the plaintiffs and A J Tidd for the defendant. The judge reserved decision for three days, will view the land with hay stacks and wheat before ruling.

James N. Jordan J. Lawrence Stull W. A. Robertson A. J. Tidd

Grebe Brother Announces June 6 Marriage

William Grebe receives word from brother Joseph of his June 6 wedding to Margaret Fleming of Oakland. Joseph, a Plattsmouth native and skilled machinist, is son of Mr and Mrs George Grebe and works for the Southern Pacific Railway after a year on the Pacific coast. Many friends in this city offer congratulations.

William Grebe Joseph William Margaret Fleming Oakland Joseph Grebe Plattsmouth George Grebe Southern Pacific Railway Company

Fetzer and Wisconsin visitor seek business at courthouse

Mr. Charles Fetzer of near Louisville with his Wisconsin nephew visited the city today to attend to business matters at the courthouse.

Charles Fetzer Louisville Wisconsin

Burlington Officials Here In City Visit

From Tuesday's Daiby, Mr Torrey of Chicago superintendent of motive power, A W Wavy chief clerk to the superintendent of the Omaha division, and James Emmerson road master were in the city today in a special car attached to No 15 this morning and looked after business rosters at the local plant.

Burlington Daiby Mr.Torrey Chicago A. W. Wavy Omaha James Emmerson City

A Tribute of Respect to the Doctor

The doctor enters private spaces unseen and heals both bodies and souls. He remains a steady, compliant figure on committees, guiding public work with calm nerve and rare gratitude. His service often goes unpaid yet earns a higher nobility, increasing opportunity for further service.

Missouri Pacific Plans Fast Train Between Omaha and St Louis

Superintendent De Bernard announced in Omaha that Missouri Pacific will debut a fast train this fall linking Omaha and St Louis with a six hour and a quarter run, about three quarters of the current time. Renewals between Omaha and Avian are to finish by July with 85 pound rails laid on the high line to Omaha from Kansas City, ballasting to finish this fall using Joplin material and Platte river stone. The rebuilding time for the low line via Weeping Water is not yet set.

Kansas City Chester Missouri Mississippi New Orleans St. Louis Jefferson City de Bernard Missouri Pacific Omaha Avien Plattsmouth Nebraska City Joplin

Horse Returned After Legal Demand Near Murray

Constable J Rh Denson delivered an order at Mr Mice home near Murray to return a large driving horse belonging to Hex Young. The horse had been joined by Rex to his father in law who refused to surrender without an offer. The animal was returned to its rightful owner with all parties satisfied.

Toewlay J. Rh. Denson Mice Murray Mr. Rice Hex Young Rex Mr. Denson

Omaha Visitor John Kopin Returns on No. 24

John Kopin visited Omaha this morning and returned on train No. 24, according to station records. He traveled for unspecified business and arrived without incident.

John Kopin Omaha

Rail Road Building Activity in Nebraska

Nebraska railroad activity shows modest gains with Union Pacific advancing about sixty miles of new track and two extensions North Platte river line to Gering and Cathoway to Gandy. Missouri Pacific and Rock Island focus on maintenance, detentions, flood protection, and track upgrades while overall yearly totals may lag past decade highs.

United States Nebraska Union Pacific Missouri Pacific Rock Island North Platte River Northport Gering Cathoway Une Gandy

Bishop Elect to Arrive in Lincoln July 19

Father William Bradley announces the arrival of Bishop elect Tihen in Lincoln for July 19 with a religious installation and civic reception to follow. Wichita Bishop Hennessey will conduct the consecration with a party of priests.

Lincoln William Bradley Wiclita Kansas Tihen Cmpany Hennessey Wichita Lene Ales Father Bradley

Perkins Hotel Dining Room Repainted by Shultz

Landlord Cory of the Perkins hotel funds a dining room unpapering and painting project by artist C N Shultz. Upon completion, Cary aims to feature one of the neatest dining rooms in the city.

Cory Perkins Hotel C. N. Shultz Cary

Candidate Announcement for Steand District Commissioner

We announce CG. M. Seybert of Louisville as candidate for commissioner from the Steand district subject to Democratic voters will in the primary at Auwis.

CG. M. Seybert Louisville Steand Auwis

Mr James Stander Moves Through City on Business

Mr James Stander of jou ville arrived in the city to handle matters and attend to business for a noted period.

James Stander jou =ville

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Lower Main Street Little Rock Arrow Rock Chester al O'Elock Unique Walter S. Dickey Dickey Missouri River Ed Schulhof Missouri Pacific Plans
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