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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1910
Page
2
Mayor John P. Sattler designates Wednesday June 24 as Weed Day urging Plattsmouth property owners to cut weeds on streets and lots. If ignored, city will do the work and levy costs via taxes. officials plan a city canvass to enforce the weed ordinance and street alley cleaning before July 4.
Plans were made for a Bohemian T J Sokols class of about twelve members to perform a half hour exhibition drill in street parade on the Fourth aided by the M W A band. Led by Prof Louis Jiran the drill follows national turnfest style with athletic uniforms and gym suits. A German Turners drill may follow. both acts feature fancy, noncompetitive evolutions. Jens Peterson broke his collarbone when thrown from a pony on the way to the picnic. Jacob Domingo later escorted him to town for treatment.
Nehawka residents share visitors from Denison Texas Portland Oregon and Detroit Mich while others plan trips to California Oklahoma and Portland. Local dentist Dr Newell opens Friday office. reunions and travels underscore a lively community scene with family ties and optimistic outlooks.
Ed Egenberger's delivery team escaped a brake release near the Ice House at Burlington station. The frisky horses dashed along Main and Fifth streets, sparking a scare as Frank Svoboda boarded the wagon to regain control. No serious damage occurred and Egenberger calmly retrieved the team.
Public notice offers Dr. Shoop Rheumatic Remedy with a free trial test and a complimentary book. Read how Rheumatism pains are quickly killed by the liquid or tablets. Send no money and receive the book from Racine Wisconsin. All dealers.
Community readers are invited to place help wanted and sale advertisements in the Journal. Contact office for rates and deadlines to reach local customers.
J. H. Wiese of South Omaha visits the city to review post office plans and site. he doubts the $50,000 appropriation suffices and worries about obtaining earth for filling. He expects strong local competition and notes bids may be adjusted to fit limits. Meanwhile a large social shower for Miss Lenora Edna Tighe near Manley draws many friends and handsome gifts.
Mrs Heenan and George B Smith arrived in the city from Cheyenne Wyoming to visit D B Smith and family. The young man is a grandson of Dan and his wife and is described as a bright boy.
Has a Cut Elbow, Frank Rebal, employed at A. J. Trillery's barber shop, injured when his right arm struck an electric fan while cleaning windows. The boy, son of Street Commissioner Rebal and nephew of Mr. Trillery, fainted but was revived. a surgeon dressed the gash. Not considered dangerous, recovery expected in days. Also notes a testimonial and a train-bound Bellevue visit by Henry Beeck.
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