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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1915

Page

2

Labor Commissioner's Opinion of New Law

State labor commissioner F M Coffey interprets compensation law clarifying when benefits begin and who may select medical care. He explains that compensation starts on the fifteenth calendar day after injury and outlines employer liability for medical services within twenty one days not to exceed 200, with provisions for refusing care and for employee examinations.

Dempster Mill Company Beatrice F. M. Coffey

Doctor Selection Dispute Highlights Employer Review

A physician chosen by the employer becomes central to a dispute as contention arises over the attending physician’s error. The case centers on who assigns medical oversight and how the error impacts patient care and accountability.

Wescott Returns From Elmwood Epworth League Convention

E H Wescott returned home last evening from the Tecumseh district Epworth League convention at Elmwood. The two day meeting was the largest and most enthusiastic in the district with Rev E A Wachtel presiding and praise for Elmwood hospitality. Seven Plattsmouth delegates attended as Rev Peter Van Fleet, former Mynard and Plattsmouth pastor, visited and enjoyed the gathering.

E. H. Wescott Tecumseh Epworth League Elmwood E. A. Wachtel Mynard Plattsmouth Peter van Fleet

Court House Girls Enjoy Another Outing

From Saturdays Own last evening the court house girl employes and friends enjoyed a picnic in the wooded grove near the standpipe. A large campfire was built and coffee brewed while venison and other foods passed among the jolly party. The gathering faded into twilight as they headed home.

Tubbs Sells Fine Short Horn Stock to South Omaha Firm

Last week Proctor of the South Omaha Horse and Mule company traveled to Mynard and bought four young Shorthorn bulls and one heifer from Joseph Tubbs. Tubbs has built a notable herd of Shorthorns and focused on securing high quality cattle.

Proctor South Omaha Horse and Mule Company Dundy Joseph Tubbs Mynard Tubbs

The New Overland Car With the Knight Motor

Wales Overland Co prepares to unveil the 84 model on July 17 featuring a Knight motor. It will be the first car with this motor under 1500 dollars and aims to be a landmark in the line. The Knight motor, long used in high end European cars, becomes affordable due to Willys Overland Co Production. Recent sales include A G Cole Model 80 John Bergman Jr Model 80 Frank Bergman Model 82 John Hirz Model 83 John Buechler Model 83.

Wales Overland Co Knight Willys Overland Co Overland A. G. Cole John Bergman, Jr Frank Bergman John Hirz John Buechler John Bauer

Greatly Benefited by Chamberlain's Liniment

Mrs Florence Slife of Wabash Indiana praises Chamberlains Liniment for sprains bruises and rheumatic pains. She reports great relief and recommends it highly. The advertisement claims prompt relief and wide availability.

Chamberlain Florence Slife Wabash Ind

Aged Nehawka Lady Died After Long Illness

Elizabeth Cunningham aged 78 years and 6 months died Friday evening June 18 1915 at the Nehawka Home after a prolonged illness. She was born January 18 1837 in Corydon Indiana and married Robert W Cunningham May 20 1861. She leaves nine children and eight grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 pm at the Nehawka M E church, conducted by Rev Isley.

Our Village Elizabeth Cunningham Elizabeth Mauck Corydon Indiana Robert W. Cunningham Ed Conrad Pawnee Oklahoma Charles Forest Nehawka Isley Nehawka M. E Israel Nehawka News

Granddaughter Brings Joy to A W White Family

A W White smiles at news of a new granddaughter born yesterday to Mrs J C Theggson of Nebraska City. The baby, a daughter of Mr and Mrs White, and the mother are reported to be doing well, and the grandfather’s happiness is described as profound.

A. W. White J. C. Theggson Nebraska City

Fined for Disturbance at German Home Dance

Last Saturday a German Home dance ended in disorder. Andrew Babb Jr and Frank Blotzer Jr were each fined five dollars and costs eight for drunk and disorderly conduct. George Murray received twenty dollars and costs. A local youth Gilmore was involved and faced potential fines. Officer Max Pries detained troublemakers to preserve peace and prevent further incidents.

Judge Archer Andrew Babb Frank Blotzer George Murray Gilmore Viciity of Murray Max Pries

Funeral for John Nickolitti Set for Tomorrow

The funeral service for John Nickolitti will be held tomorrow at 10 o'clock in the morning at St. John's Roman Catholic Church in this city.

John Nickolitti St. John’s

Becker to Drive New Hudson Auto Home From Omaha

P T Becker departs for Omaha to secure a 1916 Hudson automobile for personal use. As Cass county Hudson agent he has already sold many Hudson cars and expects to drive the new machine home today.

Omaha P. T. Becker Becker Cass County

Two Men Killed When Train Struck on Sharp Curve

Two men were killed when a west bound passenger train struck them as they fled over the west bound track from an east bound freight at Swallow Hill. One victim was a tramp. the other, John Nicola­litti, Italian section hand, died later at Burlington surgeon Dr. Livingston’s office. Coroner’s jury to convene. The stranger’s motives and identity remain unclear.

Swallow Hill John Nickelitt John Schiap- Ducasse Father Shine Nickolitti No. 70 F. Pipioy Franklin Avenue Toledo Ohio Brendel Streight Undertaking Rooms Chicago

Large attendance at A O U W meeting greets new master workman

Members of multiple lodges gathered at Lodge No. 84 to welcome Frank L. Anderson as master workman in a ceremony that highlighted the need for raised rates. Speakers including Grand Recorder Evans and ex-Congressman Silas R. Barton addressed fraternal aims and member concerns as representatives from Plattsmouth, Trenton, Lincoln, Car Creek, Union, Weeping Water, and Nehawka attended.

Ancient Order of United Workmen Lodge No Frank L. Anderson Frank L. Evans Silas R. Barton Grand Island Nebraska Anderson Order E. C. Phillips Evans U. S. Congress Plattsmouth Trenton Lincoln Car Creek Union Weeping Water Nehawka

Mrs. F. L. Rhoden Leaves for Omaha Operation

Mrs. F. L. Rhoden departed for Immanuel hospital in Omaha this afternoon to undergo an operation for a long illness. She was accompanied by her husband, her father G. W. Shrader, and her sisters Mrs. Wolff and Mrs. Charles Creamer. Friends countywide wish her a smooth recovery.

F. L. Rhoden Omaha Immanuel Hospital Rhoden G. W. Shrader Wolff Charles Creamer

Ray Maren Injured by Falling Ice at Washington Avenue Ice House

This morning Ray McMakeh sustained a severely mashed ankle when a large cake of ice fell from a chute while he helped load ice into a wagon at the ice house on Washington avenue. No bones were broken and he is resting. recovery will be brief.

Ray McMakeh Washington Avenue Ray Lee

Bank of Cass County Sponsors Free Movie Tickets

The Bank of Cass County distributed 500 free movie tickets to visitors from out of town during a Saturday entertainment event. The theater was secured as a free attraction after a band concert, with the bank praised for supporting community hospitality.

Bank OF Gass County The Cass County Bank

Bayless Family Returns From Pacific Exposition

D. H. Bayless wife and daughter and Miss Leona Brady returned Saturday from a several weeks trip to the Pacific coast and the exposition. The Bayless family remained for a Sunday visit with Mr and Mrs John Brady. One daughter staying with the Bradys will accompany them to Watson Missouri.

D. H. Bayless Leona Brady Pacific Coast Exposition Bayless John Brady

Restored to Good Health by Chamberlain's Tablets

Mrs. Otto Gans of Zanesville Ohio says she suffered four years with stomach trouble losing weight and strength. After taking two bottles of Chamberlains Tablets she recovered and feels well again. Obtainable everywhere.

Otto Gans Zanesville Ohio Chamberlain

Plattsmouth Lodge 6 Installs Officers Friday Night

Last Friday evening Plattsmouth lodge No. 6 A F and A M held its officer installation with a guest ceremony. Oliver C. Dovey was installed as W M with Chester W Baylor William J Streight Carl G Fricke treasurer Neel Archer secretary Hiley G Brooks S D Michael Mauzy J D Thomas S C Dabb tyler.

Plattsmouth Lodge No. 6 A. F A. M Oliver C. Dovey W. M.chester W. Baylor S. William J. Streight J. W. Carl G. Fricke Neel Archer Iley G. Brooks S. D Michael Mauzy J. D. Thomas S. C. Dabb Tyler

Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy

Remedy touted as reliable and essential for families especially in summer. Claims quick relief without delayed access and urges broad availability.

Chamberlain

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EH. Wescott Epworth GOURT Gattle Old Settlers A. W. White Rejgices Germar the Order Balak & Co Ray Maren Rosenwald & Weil Wescott’s Sons Manhattan Miter
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