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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1913
Page
8
A small timid crowd heard Rev Smith's talk on “Wanted a Man” at the big tent gathering. He outlined what a man is not and what he must be, ending with the call that a true man is honest, truthful, industrious, generous, and Christian before the rain arrived. An afternoon session invited all guests over 65 with transportation and bouquets provided.
A traditional, old fashioned Fourth of July event at Tulene Grove west of town on July Fourth. The Tylene brothers organize a family friendly day with peaceful amusements and an automobile shuttle running both ways to transport attendees.
Work began today on excavating for piping the city’s new public drinking fountains. They will be ready soon and provide a convenient amenity for visitors and residents needing water.
A platform dance is set for Saturday evening June 28 at Tulene grove one mile west of Plattamouth. Music will be provided by the Svoboda orchestra.
Robert Richter, a cigar manufacturer, proclaims Regatta Habana as the best. The statement highlights the brand’s quality and ties it to Richter’s reputation in the industry.
Nora Thorp daughter of E F Thorp and Lander G Barnes night foreman of The Press married in Council Bluffs Saturday afternoon. Barnes from Plattsmouth worked at The Press office in Nebraska City area. The bride is a trained nurse from Nebraska City and well liked. The groom, long time Press employee, is praised as a capable printer. Neighbors and colleagues extend best wishes for a happy life together.
The Playtsmouth Water company begins installing new mains in South Park to extend service and four new fire hydrants. Two lines will run 1000 feet south from the end of the present line near Bach's store and from Patterson avenue near Hermie street. The project expands fire protection and water access for residents at minimal extra cost.
An OCR fragment markets Dean's Regulats as soft on the bowels claiming easy operation and 25¢ price at all stores. The wording is unclear and includes health claims about causing constipation rather than relief.
Fontanella chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution held its first meeting at Sunnyside by E H Wescolls. Ten to twelve charter members attended and officers for the year were elected including Regent Mrs E H Weacomt and Vice Regent Mrs G O Paremele. The chapter selected its name honoring a historic Nebraska figure buried at Bellevue near Plattsmouth.
Mrs. Audi Sheader of Mt Maasant preetiet was badly hurt when her left hand was pulled into a gasoline powered clothes wringer at home yesterday. She escaped with skin injuries but no broken bones after medical aid was summoned and she was taken to the city for treatment.
Injuries were dressed and the woman taken to the home of her sister Mrs Thomas Sullivan where she remained overnight returning home this morning on the Missouri Pacific train. Mrs Shrader was in pain but better this morning and expected to recover quickly.
County attorney received a message from the Iowa state institute for the feeble minded at Glenwood inquiring about Albert Stevens the young man who was sentenced.
A report notes a young man jailed for three months for carrying concealed weapons. He is an inmate of a feeble minded institute and may be paroled for transfer to Glenwood for better care under institute supervision.
W Olson of Union arrived in Malatmouth to assume leadership of the Metropolitan Insurance Co formerly run by Captain Morrison. Olson, described as a fine young fellow, will relocate his family here and bring substantial insurance experience to the agency.
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