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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1914
Page
4
A fragmented column mocks political rhetoric, divorce claims, and public notices with jumbled references. It notes farmers missing alfalfa work due to rain, the Democratic party, and calls for Governor Morehead’s renomination, among scattered opinions and curious asides.
Nice growing weather brings happy farmers as Plattsmouth shows steady improvement this season. Local factories run overtime to meet strong demand while merchants agree to midday Fourth of July closing and earlier hours on weekdays during the heated term.
The Journal notes Nebraska newspaper men gathering in Lin Colm with some enjoying themselves. The paper declines attendance due to business priorities while affirming it supports precedence of business over pleasure. President Wilson condemns displaying the American flag for vanity by individuals seeking attention.
The writer questions Metcalfe entering Nebraska's governors race while employed by the national administration. The move is described as resembling hogging and is likely to draw criticism from many Nebraska Democrats.
Insurgents return from the Voleda convention and must decide to submit or withdraw from the order. The piece draws a contrast with Champ Clark at the Baltimore convention, noting his continued loyalty to the Democratic Party.
A. M. Morrissey private secretary to Governor Morehead spoke to Lancaster county Democrats in Lincoln. He urged modifying the primary law to hold only county primaries that elect delegates to a state convention to name candidates. The paper endorses his view and says such laws from the start would have kept Democrats more harmonious.
The piece notes political barbs toward leaders and parties, mentions Penrose and Teddy, and reports plans for Plattsmouth merchants closing early for summer. It urges caution with fireworks and cites a forthcoming Fourth of July celebration a week away.
Uncle Samtas built the canal and cleared the zone of deadly diseases but at a terrible sacrifice of life. Nearly 2,200 workers died from accidents and fevers between May 1, 1904 and March 31, 194% in the canal effort, a toll greater than the mortalities in 1812, the Mexican War, and the Spanish American War combined.
The World notes the Democratic State Central Committee gathering in Lincoln last Saturday. It reports harmony, no Punishment, no humiliation, and lack of factionalism with all elements pressing to advance democracy. The piece hopes similar unity at Columbus as November approaches.
Citizens and officials cite improvements in health metrics and community programs that boost well being in Plattsmouth, contrasted with broader Gray region conditions. Local leaders credit expanded clinics, fitness initiatives, and sanitation efforts for the positive trend.
Treland's yeomanry lag on reclaiming lands while Mexican yeomanry face even greater delays as issues unfold across regions.
The piece argues against removing Nebraska’s state university contending that it would impose $3,000,000 in unnecessary taxation. It also criticizes fashion trends, warning of social decline and depopulation if skirts and impractical gowns prevail.
The obituary reflects on Adlat Fe Stevenson as a member of an old guard of lawyers and politicians. It notes figures like Don nelson and Dub te, highlighting loyalty over expediency and lifelong principles. Stevenson's death marks the end of an era and a respected public life.
A Sunday Epworth League union service brought Rev Drulinger and Rev McClusky together from Methodist and Presbyterian churches. Drulinger rushed to Madison to preach a funeral, and McClusky filled his pulpit with praise from the congregation. The piece celebrates church fellowship and urges continued goodwill among pastors and members.
In Omaha and the World-Herald, editorials criticize Harry Fleharty and supporters who nominated him as champion of womanhood against Father John Williams. The piece defends Williams’ decades of service at St. Barnabas and argues public debate should rest on merits, not personal attacks.
The passage criticizes half the nation’s papers for supporting suffrage yet fearing popularity costs. It labels ongoing avoidance as cowardice and deceitfulness while praising the independent editor who speaks frankly on all issues as the true servant of the people.
A Chicago agency cites a Foster campaign in Greenville showing newspaper ads directly reach homes and add about thirty six new customers, boosting Easter ham and bacon sales to around fourteen thousand pounds. A Texas salesman says rural readers respond best to papers, not magazines, for Your brand. Governor Morehead is described as approachable and popular with the common people.
The Nebraska Republican press assaults Governor Morehead while acknowledging corrupt figures around Lincoln seeking graft near election time. The governor treats the columnists as unworthy of notice and names the manipulators behind illegitimate schemes.
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