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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1905
Page
1
A collection of humorous sayings and observations from local writerly voices. The snippets cover relationships marriage aging optimism and social quirks with wry tone aimed at residents and everyday life in Plattsmouth.
Advert shows Havana Tag as the best 5c cigar on the market and urges readers to try a cone today and buy one.
A local notice laments cruel crimes last week including break ins and assaults on multiple homes. It reports Edward Swobwla's property damaged and a large animal killed and dismembered, and claims John Bajeck Sr. killed two pigs. Authorities are urged to identify and remove the culprits.
The Nehawka Register notes Republicans finally won a representative from the district's eastern end. Democrats rejected Judge Travis and others as candidates, urging Lancaster to nominate someone. The Nebraska City Tribune calls the Register democratic, accusing it of bias and inaccuracy.
A Todd family reunion was held Sunday at the home of E. R. Todd three miles west town. About 45 relatives attended led by A. B. Todd Denver Fred P. Todd New York Mrs Emaline Mayfield Louisville and E R Todd. Drs T. J. and G. W. Todd Omaha led local attendees with several families present. The group shared memories and a bounteous dinner.
Christian Endeavor societies from Methodist Presbyterian and Christian churches met Sunday night in the Christian church to discuss Christ the Great Physician. Cliff Wescott led the gathering with broad audience participation and a choir of Ruth Johnson Clara Baird Gladys Marshall Alice Kempster Ethel Kempster Francis Weidman and Gladys Sullivan sang an anthem.
Clint Andrus manager of the Farmers' Co operative Shipping Association sues Thomas Keckler and son, Manley elevator operator, over an alleged May 19 assault during a dispute over loading two cars on trackage leased by Keckler. Atty C A Rawls represents Andrus. Judge Sullivan for Keckler. jury found defendants guilty as charged.
The remains of Mrs Ry MacFarland who died after an operation in Omaha early Monday were brought to Plattsmouth on Tuesday evening. The casket rested at the home of H Ganke mauer, then Sattler Fassbender conveyed the body to Silver City Iowa for interment. Mrs MacFarland aged 35, married December 1900, survived by husband and one child.
Max Ploehn was brought from Omaha to Cass County by sheriff deputies after being charged with the murder of Alma Gucos two miles south of the city. He appeared before Judge Archer, pleaded not guilty, and waived preliminaries, then was jailed. He is to be arraigned before Judge Jessen at the present district term later this week.
James Woodson faced a town case with Mrs. Hattie Martin accusing him of using obscene language and threats in Plattsmouth. Woodson testified his son Thomas and police judge William Weber discharged him after a loud exchange and protests.
In Louisville Nebraska a school election shifted power as temperance supporters won two seats. J P Ellis and F H Nichols were elected to the school board, signaling a setback for the liquor license faction that has long clashed with temperance advocates.
The Plattsmouth Daily Journal is praised for value with a subscription noted at four planks per year, as stated by Louis ville Courier.
A writer criticizes local journalism standards in Plattsmouth and urges fitting careers. The piece laments amateurish papers, cites Shakespeare and parables, and promotes honest work in one’s chosen calling. A separate note covers a Thursday eve shower for Miss Myrtle Levings with many attendees and helpers.
The Creche benefit musical fantasy Enchantment debuted at the Omaha Auditorium last night. Miss Ethel Dovey of Plattsmouth starred as Titania and impressed managers with grace and a fine singing voice.
A stern wheeler steamboat named Gunther, five days out of Kansas City bound for Omaha, passed Plattsmouth last Friday signaling with a steam calliope. A large crowd gathered at Main Street to view the unusual sight as the medium sized, triple decker steamer made slow progress after leaving Kansas City several days earlier.
A graceful wedding occurred Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock as William Waldo married Dora McConnell at the home of the bride's parents, Mr and Mrs George McConnell. Rev Keiser performed the ceremony with intimate friends in attendance. A sumptuous supper followed and well wishes poured in from the Register.
The Supreme Court rules in favor of First National Bank of Plattsmouth against Francis N. Gibson and W. W. Carter as administrators of J. W. Carter's estate. Judge A. N. Sullivan prepared the brief for the plaintiffs and is praised for the favorable resolution of a long contentious case.
Examinations set at High School buildings and Court House in Greenwood Louisville Weeping Water and Plattsmouth from July 10 to July 15 1905. At Plattsmouth and Weeping Water arithmetic grammar geography and civics first day elective second day. C S Wortman County Superintendent.
Orlando Temb was in the city from Avoca Friday. Numerous residents from Avoca Mynard Murdock Union Wabash and other nearby towns visited the county seat on business or for social calls. The note includes several householders and farmers visiting relatives or awaiting news of subscriptions and a funeral. The piece closes with Mrs Barter planning a three month western trip visiting Haley Idaho Olympia Wash Portland Central Point and friends.
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