Numerous Omaha Visitors Reported in Plattsmouth City
A flood of business travelers and visitors were noted in Plattsmouth today. Names include Dally Gibson T M Patterson Wm Heiner John Crabill Maldon Brown I M Young Sr Adam Kaffenberger A B Fornnoff Mae Murphy and many others from Omaha Murray Cedar Creek Lincoln and Council Bluffs.
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Dally Gibson
Omaha
T. M. Patterson
Wm. Heiner
Metropolis
John Crabill
Maldon Brown
I. M. Young, Sr
Murray
Adam Kaffenberger
Near
Cedar
A. B. Fornnoff
Cullom
Harry DeLong
Lincoln
John Baldwin
Miss Gladys Duke Ill With Pleurisy Improves Slightly
Miss Gladys Duke, long ill with pleurisy, is reported somewhat improved though still very sick and bedbound for two weeks. Doctors hope she will soon regain her former health.
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Gladys Duke
Prohibition Wave Reported as England Feels Ripples
A Plattsmouth Nebraska post office notice notes second class matter and hints at political shifts as taft roosevelt references surface. The column observes England sensing a prohibition wave and remarks that some women prefer missing a wedding to a bargain sale.
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Plattsmouth, Nebraska
The Big Stick drink debuts as a new beverage
The article introduces a newly named drink called the Big Stick and clarifies it is not a soft drink. It highlights its distinct designation and notes its novelty in the beverage scene.
Anarchist Threat and Society's Response
The speaker argues that while life is sweet for the anarchist, the lives he menaces deserve protection and society is justified in using means to remove him from harm. He asserts the use of force to stop anarchist actions if necessary.
Earlystatesman agent opposed US constitution signing
A great grandfather of Robert L Gerry, son in law of E. H Harriman, refused to sign the constitution arguing it gave too much authority to the President. This may explain Harriman's favorable view of the young man.
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Robert L Gerry
E. H. Harriman
United States
Life insurance business urged to adopt new impetus
In these times of lurid anarchy the life insurance business ought to take on a new impetus.
Noiseless gun eyed to curb noise of Fourth celebrations
A proposal hints at a noiseless firearm to reduce noise during Independence Day festivities. Proponents say it could allow a quieter Fourth while still enabling celebration.
Plain talk on protecting public men from assassination
The speaker argues for direct action against threats to high officials, criticizing the presence of dangerous foreigners and urging decisive measures to secure public figures in a free country.
Massachusetts theft claim shows gumshoe business exaggeration
A report mentions HosBoes delaying a train in Massachusetts and breaking into a rubber car, with playful exaggeration about pursuing the gumshoe line of work. The fragment implies comic or dubious criminal activity without clear details or outcomes.
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HosBoes
Massachusetts
New York Women’s League Proposes Tighter Dish Water Use
A New York women’s league urges better dish water practices while members argue and delay, effectively just debating the issue for now.
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New York Women’s League
A Girl's Wardrobe Through Life Stages
A girl receives new clothing at least three times in life: as a baby, when she goes to boarding school, and when she marries. A man, by contrast, acquires new clothes only as a baby, and even then not if his gender was known at birth.
Hughes and Taft Movements Coincide With Arm Swats Trend
The article notes widespread swats across the country while discussing the Hughes movement and the Taft movement, focusing on the overall arm movement's reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes
Taft
Senator Unnamed Reprimanded Over Club Membership
Two newspaper men were dropped from a Washington club for being seen in suspicious company. The article questions the value of boosting Republican prosperity while the chaplain prays for the unemployed. The senator’s name is not specified in the readable text.
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House of Representatives
Washington Club
Taft Faces Political Drama Amid War Department Turmoil
The speech criticizes Taft for political maneuvering while accusing war department aides of neglecting essential government duties, suggesting a clash between political aims and official responsibilities.
Roosevelt policy debate divides business leaders
The article notes broad business resistance to Roosevelt's methods beyond Wall Street, even when some policies receive approval. It highlights skepticism among industry groups about executive approaches and governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Business World
Wall Street
Roosevelt
Anarchy Threatens Public Safety and Immigration Rules
The article argues that foreign anarchists menace the nation and calls for stern action. It endorses new stringent federal immigration laws to curb European inflows and strengthen government control.
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Government of Immigration From
Europe
Public demands best interests over expediency in national affairs
The public grows weary of politics and graft in national questions. It urges that expediency give way to what is best for the people who pay the freight, placing public interest first in national conduct.
Laboring Man Anxiety Shapes Republican Campaigns
As election nears the party shows growing worry over workers issues with Senator Knox contesting Senator La Follette. Employer liability bills become a focal point in the race.
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Knox
la Follette
Gompers Warns Wages Not to Fall Despite Tariff
President Gompers of the Federation of Labor argues wages should not be cut but warns labor is not shielded by tariffs like the steel trust and thus subject to supply and demand governing price.
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Gompers
The
Federation of Labor
Steel Trust
Democratic Ticket Selection Urged for County Victory
The party urges careful choice of candidates to uphold Democratic ideas. A nonofficeholder body representing business, industry, and social welfare should name the ticket, ensuring strong leadership and guaranteed success. The call stresses choosing the best men now before the slate is named.
Roosevelt Uses ICC to Probe Causes of Rail Wage Cuts
President Roosevelt tasks the Interstate Commerce Commission with finding if policies caused wage reductions for railroad workers. He hints that malefactors of great wealth like Harriman Hill Rockefeller and Vanderbilt orchestrated the panic to pressure him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Interstate Commerce Commission
Commission
Harriman
Hill
Rockefeller
Vanderbilt
School safety first in wake of theatre disasters
The author warns that mankind is careless and urges school buildings to prioritize pupil safety. He argues for wide stairways and halls, many exits, low heights, outward swinging doors, and ground level windows in younger classrooms. Building more ground-level, one-story schools may cost more but protects children.
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Cleveland
Death of George P. Marvin Daily Sun editor mourned
George P. Marvin longtime Beatrice Daily Sun and Weekly Democrat editor died from pneumonia after a period of illness. A Civil War era worker and Lincoln meeting attendee, he was described as a good man and respected citizen whose loss is mourned statewide.
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Nebraska
George P. Marvin
Beatrice Daily Sun
Weekly Democrat
Marvin
Nebraska Press Association
Lincoln
Lincoln Star
Mary's Little Lamb position in Emporia Gazette
Walt Mason tells of Mary and her white dog that followed her everywhere. The dog caused hair and fleas to cling to her clothes and trailed Mary to school provoking lively eye rolls and a puzzled reaction from onlookers.
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Walt Mason
The
Emporia Gazette
Mary
Fragmented verse scene of a harsh classroom moment
A pedagogue rises and strikes with a brick as children cry. The dialogue mocks Mary and her dog, with the teacher answering that Mary is a chump.
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Mary
Newspaper Mileage Debate Sparks Editor Opinion
The Northwestern at Loop City Nebraska argues newspaper space is private publisher property and should be saleable for cash or its equivalent. The Lincoln Star notes the stance as plausible and consistent amid reform pressures, defending publisher rights to sell space for any consideration.
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Loop City
Neb
Northwestern
Two Robbery Trial Ends in Guilty Verdict at South Bend
Homer E. Foster faced robbery charges after bail release. The district court verdict came after two days of jury deliberation with the final decision guilty as charged. The case recalls a South Bend incident where Smith recovered his money. Sentence pending. George Wittstruck sues Theo Rihn for 1000 dollars over alleged malicious prosecution. jury returns for the defendant.
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Homer E. Foster
South Bend
Roy McKinney and Clayton Rosen Visit Murray in Lantern Trek
Roy McKinney and Clayton Rosen left with a lantern in a double rig to Murray last evening to see the old town. They returned this morning travel stained and weary, having been rained in after finding ten there, and arrived in a late hour with their lantern still burning bright despite high winds and a good time had.
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Roy McKinney
Clayton Rosencrans
Murray
Thomas heads to Clayton New Mexico to inspect prospects
John E. Thomas left in the afternoon via Denver for Clayton New Mexico to view the country and meet former Plattsmouth residents. He aims to learn prospects for future development and notes mixed opinions on the area’s true value while all agree the country looks fine though somewhat dry.
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John E. Thomas
Denver
Clayton
New Mexico
Plattsmouth
Murray Church to Enlarge Under Dr Brendle Leadership
Dr B F Brendle of Murray secured subscriptions to enlarge and change the Christian church there. Under the current minister the church has been doing good work, but the present building is too small for meetings. The minister and membership deserve commendation for their efforts.
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B. F. Brendle
Murray
Birth of Eight and a Half Pound Girl at Eighth Street
Leonard Murray and his wife on West Granite Street welcome a baby girl weighing eight and a half pounds. The child and mother are doing well, and the father is recovering as expected.
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Leonard Murray
West Granite Street
Time for Action in Burlington Over Flood Preparedness
Last night heavy rainfall left three inches of mud at the Burlington coach shop, signaling urgent need for flood-prep work. Since the July disruption, council, citizens, and engineers have discussed plans and costs, urging rapid action while weather remains favorable.
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Burlington
Child Dies This Morning In Omaha Family Tragedy
The four month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Krowlick died early today after a brief illness due to pneumonia. He fell ill two days ago and, despite care, grew rapidly worse and passed away at home. The father, who works in Omaha, arrived on the Missouri Pacific train and was with his family. The funeral will be held at the house this afternoon with interment in the local cemetery.
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James Rivett
Lincoln
City
Burlington
Mary E. Foster
Omaha
Metropolis
Philip Andres
Council Bluffs
E. A. Wurl
Byron Clarke
Carrie Jennings
Sidney
Iowa
Wigginhorn
Fricke
Dora Fricke
H. E. Pankonin
Grant
Perkins County
Louisville
A. T. Fried
Little Dorothy
Mr. Fried
Ed. Rankin
Pacific Junction
Mr. Rankin
J. M. Elliott
Mr. Elliott
L. O. Ballard
Capitol City
Diller
Miss Ballard
Bort
Burt Ballard
W. W. Coates
F. A. Lundholm
Henry M. Craig
John McNurlin
Isaac Reinhart
F. Schlitz
Milwaukee
Will Henrikeesen
Johnnie
H. M. Soennichsen
Frank Krowlick
Krowlick
Missouri Pacific
Burlington officials tour line conditions by train
Running as second number one, a three car Burlington train traversed the city this morning. Daniel Willard, first vice president, rode the train and at Pacific Junction joined General Manager G W Holdridge to tour the lines west of the river assessing track conditions and other road needs.
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Burlington
Daniel Willard
Burlington System
Pacific Junction
G. W. Holdridge
Land Seekers From Clayton Visit New Mexico South
Chas Bell and Henry Ore from Clayton New Mexico arrived last evening after a land hunting trip. They found the country attractive but did not find land to their liking and departed without purchase. They spoke favorably of the Mauer boys and A L Zink.
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Chas Bell
Henry Ore
Clayton
New Mexico
Great
Southwest
Mauer Boys
A. L. Zink
Sheridan man visits after rail roading accident
J. G. Wagner of Sheridan Wyoming came in this morning to visit friends and tend to business. He has worked in the railroading business with the Burlington out of Sheridan and about two months ago lost his right hand while trying to care for a hot box on his train. He plans to consult Matthew Gering about the case for a friend at Sheridan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Wagner
Sheridan
Wyoming
Wagner
Burlington
Matthew Gering
Plattsmouth native Frank Doud visits hometown after 17 years
Frank Doud, longtime Plattsmouth resident now farming near Bloomington, attended the democratic state convention in Omaha. After the convention, he planned a brief visit to see the town again after seventeen years, visiting old friends and relatives before returning west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. J. Hilding
Omaha
Henry R. Gering
George Kalter
C. E. Bennett
Glenwood
Plattsmouth
Jon Hennings
Cedar Creek
Court House
Robert Hayes
Burlington Railway
Frau: Doud
Bloomington
Whas. E. Cook
Frank Doud
Local Resident Johnson Stricken With Stomach Illness
Mr. Johnson, a Rob ert Propst farm resident north of Mynard, is reported very sick with stomach trouble. Dr. J. H. Hall examined him yesterday evening. Once a city resident, Johnson is not in robust health, and his recovery is uncertain at present.
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