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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1914
Page
2
An address by 3. R. McKelvie urges farmers to join local Commercial Clubs. Town and country profits depend on production and distribution working together, reducing distrust, and fostering mutual benefit. Farmers gain access to markets. towns gain stable supply and prosperity through cooperative effort.
A brizght-eyed daughter was born today at noon to Mr. and Mrs. Emil Lorenz at their Bladden home. The child is the couple’s first, with both families excited by the addition and grandparents Prochaska newly moved from Wahoo pleased by the birth. The Journal hopes the girl May live to bring joy in their old age.
A pet wolf believed to have hydrophobia was killed by its owner in Plattsmouth. The animal’s head was sent to the state bacteriological laboratory for testing, but skull fractures from a clubbing prevented any test. The wolf had bitten the owner’s young son before death.
From Wednesday's Daily the Glenwood Company of the Iowa National Guard is practicing at the U S government rifle range north of the city. They praise the range as the best they have shot with wind stability from the bluffs. Company K of Corning plans a two week visit to take a course in shooting over the same range. The range is described as ideal and favorable to both regulars and militiamen. The Glenwood unit is noted as a fine group, with hopes they may return for further practice.
The Daily reports strong support among merchants for paving the alleys in the business district. A council delay did not stop momentum. petitions will be circulated to authorize concrete paving at a low cost to property owners, promising relief from mud after heavy rains and improved delivery access.
Plattsmouth Lodge No. 6 A F and A M holds installation of officers with large turnout despite warm weather. Officers installed include W M Oliver Dover S W Fred T Ramge J W Janes Loughride secretary M Archer treasurer C G Fricke I D Andrew O Moore J D Samuel O Pitman S S Harry Johnson J S O C Hudson and Tyler T S C Dabb.
The Daily notes extreme heat prompts discussion of closing stores at 6 pm to give proprietors and clerks a relief period. Merchants and shoppers weigh easier pre six o clock shopping against post six o clock options, hoping for rest time and family time amid July and August heat.
Judge Besley convened the district court to hear the water company versus the City of Wattsmouth dispute. The city seeks a bond to cover completed and planned street work to protect against trench collapse and washout, which the water company refused citing time limits. A temporary restraining order was issued by Judge Beeson as the hearing proceeds in district court.
The sudden death of R. D. Bailey, a prominent Elmwood resident, was reported from the city. He died after hurrying home before a storm, likely from heart strain, after a day attending church in good health. About 60, he was highly respected in Elmwood and his loss leaves a void among friends.
Yesterday morning a surgical operation on Miss Lulu Welsh at St. Joseph’s hospital in Omaha appears highly successful. Attending physicians reported she withstood the ordeal well and gave encouragement to her parents for her recovery.
Last evening about 150 members of the Presbyterian Church auxiliary held a picnic at Garfield Park. Attendees arrived with baskets of food and enjoyed a hearty feast followed by social visiting and a return home later in the evening.
This morning at the First Presbyterian church parsonage Rev W Herbts of Palsito and Miss Leota Frances Barton of Mnien were married. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G P Barden of Union, has studied at Plattsmouth High School and counts many friends among former classmates. After the license, the couple returned to Union for reception with well wishers.
From Wednesday's Waits a report notes vandalism at Waren & Schuldice where a large office window was Gouged harming surface glass. The article warns offenders face severe punishment and vows to bring culprits to justice to prevent further damage to storefronts.
Frank Vatlery will receive a new threshing outfit this week including a Case engine and a 3254 separator. He has substantial experience with threshing and will be on the job to manage harvest work in the district.
The SS Agnes Sociality hosts an ice cream social at the K hall Sunday afternoon and evening June 28. A concert by the Weary Willies will entertain attendees. Everyone is invited.
Dr. Edwin W. Cook state medical director of the Modern Woodmen of America returned from the east where he attended the head camp session. He described a lively convention with fierce disputes over the rate question and the re election of Plead Gonsul Talbot. Insurgent forces fought to defeat Talbot and organized leaders joined their side. the vote settled with a rate relaxation and calm afterward. The doctor then visited Defoe Michigan to see friends before returning home.
Superintendent Bignell of the Bar-Hietion plans a December effort to alert employees about dangers of trespassing on tracks. The campaign cites fatalities and injuries over 24 years with 66 percent of victims from the local area and many workers among the injured.
Clyde Genug of the Mills county bar traveled from Glenwood to represent landowners along the river in a dispute between the vil s and tithe claimants.
Mr and Mrs J P Keil left this morning for Omaha to attend the wedding of their son Carl. The Journal notes the family’s travel and wedding plans as part of local society notices.
Relatives of Miss Juliet Atwood and Dr Gob arrive in Lincoln for the wedding on Wednesday. Out of town guests from Philadelphia and Harland Iowa attend a private dinner at the Lindell Hotel Rose Room with two large tables to accommodate twenty four.
Partial OCR reads that George WH Fuller and his wife were passengers this afternoon for Omaha where they will visit with unspecified parties. The fragment provides no further names, dates, or outcomes.
Spectators plan to attend a performance titled Cine derilla in Flowerlaned at Pare mete theater. Children provide the singing portions with a large chorus supporting the production.
From Tueedas's Daily the city merchants plan a noonday closing on July Fourth to observe the holiday. The list includes A Wallart, Zuckweiler & Lulu, JW Crabill, Boog Tunney & Sons, George Thomas & Co, Lorenz Brothers, Nebraska Lighting Co, Kroehler Brothers, Warenz Schuldiee, Faller & Thiveredt, Joseph Petter, Willison Schliniciminou, Wilton Helly, Mrs Oo, Monroe, J W Hart & Son, M Fanger, Ed Wescoll's Son, BL A McElwain, Vo Verwodas, H Wer troub, Bush Avard & McLean, AL W White, Michael, etc.
Greenwood banker Meeker faced scrutiny after a brief interview with the committee on the disposition of his property. The tense exchange raised questions about the tanalion of his holdings and the board’s role in a pending decision.
Mrs Icar Gapen and her brother in law Wall Jean traveled to Omaha this morning due to Mrs Jean’s deteriorating condition after a relapse following hospitalization there.
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