Record flood rising on Missouri River threatens lowlands
The first spring rise of the year drives the Missouri River toward a top level while floating ice and rapid current complicate the flood. Sheriff Quinton holds a seized boat and guns from John Godenour at the island after a difficult rescue. Local rivermen watch from shore as water and debris threaten sandbars and nearby lowlands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri River
Platte
John Godenour
Douglas Street
Omaha
Douglas Arms Co
Gocenour
Sheriff's
Quinton
Missouri
Weather Bureau
Sioux City
Yankton
Dakotas
Autom obile frightens team injuring local farmer
A runaway buggy driven by farmer Charles Lovell near the city was struck by a motorist named Charles C. Parmele at the Chicago avenue Tenth street crossing near the ball park. Lovell suffered head injuries and facial cuts, while his two children escaped with only a fright. Lovell was taken to a surgeon then home. The report notes the horse team and buggy were undamaged after the crash. Also Mentioned is Frank Cook, a young Cass County farmer and leading Democrat visiting Greenwood precinct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Lovell
Mr. Lovell
Chicago
Tenth
Ball Park
Frank Cook
Alvo
W.C. Ramsey
Cook
Cass County
George Cook
Frank
Greenwood Precinct
Charley Cook
Eeity
Taft
Stohlman Among Registered Citizens at Perkins Hotel
Geo L Stohlman a solid young Cass County citizen is in the city today and registered at the Perkins hotel as he attends business matters in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. L. Stohlman
Cass County
Perkins Hotel
Hins Good Businessman Walter Vallery Seeks Supplies in Council Bluffs
The hustling nine rod man of Murray, Walter Vallery, spent hours in the city this morning en route to Council Bluffs to purchase more materials for his work. He had a good week, erecting about eight hundred feet of red and that in a territory well canvassed by others. Vallery is earnest, honest, and conscientious, and his work speaks for itself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Vallery
Murray
Council Bluffs
Waler
Mr. Vallery
Perry Marsh Takes Charge of Business in South Omaha
Perry Marsh handles business matters this afternoon in South Omaha and plans to board the mail train at noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry Marsh
South Omaha
Nebraska Lawmakers in Close Race Over Bills
Lincoln March 9 1909 reports a busy legislature week with the guaranty bank bill advancing and Jerry Howards woman suffrage bill failing in the Senate. Governors designate papers for constitutional amendments, anti treaty fights, and a push for state fair and university funding marked the session as adjournment nears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Neb
House
Senate
Bates Bill Would Ease Libel Damages Across Papers
Nebraskan publisher Bates of Cass pushes H. R. 496 to amend libel law so damages awarded to one paper could be mitigated in a reprint by another. House judiciary committee hears support that the measure is fair and should pass. Omaha Bee report outlines current law penalizing duplicative recovery and notes Bates’ effort to move the bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Hotel
Senate
Nebraska
State Fair Associaion
Jerry Howard
Pennsylvania
Bates
Cass
House Judiciary
Col. Bates
Omaha Hee
Underground Burlington crossing near Main street nears completion
Work on the new underground crossing of the Burlington at the foot of Main street is practically completed. Superintendent Hedengren and the concrete crew receive praise for a thorough job. The structure promises to carry large water volumes and provide safe riverfront access. The project, costly but expected to reduce accidents, will be turned over to the city by week’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Main Street
Hedengren
Burlington Bridge and Building Department
Death of Mildred Rhoden Aged 4 in pneumonia
Mildred Rhoden four years eleven months old, eldest child of Mr and Mrs Roy Rhoden, died after a three week illness. Funeral services were held at the Christian church conducted by Hitler L A Chapman. Sorrow and heartfelt sympathy followed her death. Elmwood Leader-Beho.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mildred Rhoden
Roy Rhoden
Christian Church
Hitler L. A. Chapman
Mildred
Elmwood
Beho
Propst Buys Farm in South Dakota Prairie
Robi L Propst returns from a South Dakota trip with a fine farm purchase described as fihe rolling prairie with excellent hollaa and good prospects. He does not plan to move away but believes the bargain may yield a large return. the land sits in the new southern western section attracting steady immigration and future settlement. Propst arrived home several days ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robi
L. Propst
South Dakota
Mr. Propst
Fowlig Ko
Propet
Dunn to Take Possession of Oklahoma Farm
I WH Dunn travels to the metropolis this afternoon by mall train on business. He recently exchanged property here for a fine farm near Oklahoma City and will depart soon to take possession. The new farm is in a good location and he expects it to be a profitable venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. WH. Dunn
Delightful Surprise for Mr and Mrs Buttery Wedding
A large group of about fifty guests gathered at the Buttery home in the Second ward to honor the newly married couple. Admiral William Holly led the procession and Municipal Light Councilman Bookneyer piloted the band through mud and slush to the residence where the bride greeted the crowd. The City band provided music both at the home and on the return trip as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Buttery
William Holly
Bookneyer
Buttery
Journal
Departure of Chancellor A Phillips to Cambridge Neb
Chancellor A Phillips left this noon for Lincoln then Cambridge Neb to assume cashier duties at the State Bank of Cambridge. Mrs Phillips will follow later visiting relatives near Weeping Water. The Journal lauds his upright, modern business conduct and dismisses the loss to the community.
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A. Phillips
Lincoln
Cambridge
Neb
State Bank of
Phillips
Mr. Phillips
Death of West City Woman Mrs Schutz
Word came this morning that Mrs Louis Schutz of the city’s west side died of a paralytic stroke at about 10:30. She was about 62, a devoted mother and roving woman with a wide circle of friends. The funeral will be held at her home Wednesday at 1 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Schutz
Wanted to Buy Livestock and Driving Horse
Loreng Bros seeks purchase of one good driving horse either single or double hitch. Also buying butcher stock cattle veal calves sheep and poultry. Local seller contact Loreng Bros for offer and arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loreng Bros
J P Falter On Mail Train To Omaha Burwell
J P Falter traveled on the morning mail train bound for Omaha and Burwell Nebraska to tend to business matters along his route through the two cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Falter
Omaha
Burwell
Neb
Change in firm H L Asemissen Son retires two members
Monday's Daily notes the retirement of Hugo and Carl Asemissen from H L Asemissen and Son and the absorption of their share by George J Klingner. Klingner, a former city boiler maker, is welcomed as a capable successor. The Journal wishes the retirees well and hopes they stay connected to Plattsmouth business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. L. Asemissen & Son
Hugo and
Carl Asemissen
George J. Klinger
Forral
Messrs. Asemissen
Mr. Klinger
Plattamouth
Receives High Compliment for Clean Bakery Plant
Mr. C. L. Herger of Plattsmouth received a clean DIL from the State Food Commission after a bakery inspection. Deputy Commissioner S. L. Maines sent a personal compliment noting the well lighted store, clean floors, ventilated work area, and absence of pests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Herger
State Food Commission
S. L. Maines
Mains
Lincoln, Neb
Plattsmouth
Neb
Harriet
MacMurphy
Work Highly Appreciated Miss Mable Davis
Miss Mable Davis daughter of Mr and Mrs Wesley Davis of Weeping Water was in the city over Sunday as guest of Judge and Mrs B S Ramsey. A leading Cass County teacher she recently received a salary increase offer from the district south of Union for the coming year.
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Mable Davis
Welsey Davis
Weeping Water
B. 8. Ramsey
Miss Davis
Cass County
Lancaster County
Misa Davie
Union
Davis
Deserter Surrenders to Sheriff Then Heads to Philadelphia
A deserter who hid in Nebraska City for about five weeks surrendered to Dr. J. D. Houston yesterday. Sheriff Flecher appointed Houston deputy and took the man to Omaha for transport to Philadelphia. Houston declines reward and will be reimbursed travel expenses. The man had been a bartender at Art Kramer saloon near Blewirth Street and Central Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Houston
Flecher
Dr. Houston
Omaha
Philadelphia
Art Kramore
Bleweith Street
Central Avenue
Nebraska City News
Mark White Hosts Frank Gobelmann Guests at Rock Bluffs
Mark White and his wife host Mr and Mrs Frank Gobelmann who have been guests at their home near Rock Bluffs for several days. The visitors express thanks for a very pleasant stay and comment on a fine visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark White
Mra
Frank Gobelmann
Rock Bluffs
Gobleman
Mark
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Chas, Lovell
Hins
Guaranty Bank
Howard
Senator Farmer
Lincoln Commercial Club
Democratic Press Association
Bryan
St. Luke's
Austin
Prof. H. & Austin
C. W. Baylor
Cecil Thomas
Guy McMahon
Persesa
Behin
H.L. Asemissen & Son
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