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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1909
Page
4
The Plattsmouth Commercial Club presses for building an interurban rail line to bring rural precincts into closer contact with Plattsmouth. The piece argues the route will move farm products to market, raise land values, and spur capital investment if the city pushes the project.
Lincoln reports say some Nebraska Democrats may join Republicans to defeat a banking guaranty. The Nebraska Democrats pledged to enact such a law and demand party loyalty. The Journal urges keeping the platform promises and opposing any alliance with bankers and anti democratic betrayals.
A writer argues that lynching of Black individuals reflects Southern terror and fear for white families. They claim Black progress toward citizenship is slow, and white Southern resolve to punish violent crimes remains rooted in outdated ideas of racial hierarchy.
The article argues the interurban project can be built with capital if prosperity and industrial revival arrive. Capital will seek profitable fields, and the Waterurban field in the thickly settled part of the state is suggested as the best option.
The text argues that banks face runs from rumors and moral hazard, suggesting deposit insurance as a remedy though uncertain. It questions harsher penalties for bank slander, warning such moves could chill discussion. Public information and opinion are seen as the best safeguards for bank stability.
State Senator Peck of Westboro Missouri declares he will forgive his daughter Nellie Peck who was found repentant in Omaha. He cites the Prodigal Son parable and vows to stand by her regardless of her story. The column praises parental forgiveness and protective care.
A Colorado legislator proposes sending bills to the Supreme Court for advice on constitutionality before passage. The plan aims to curb unequal access to legal review, arguing that poor citizens suffer if laws are presumed valid while rich interests can challenge them. Critics warn it could create delays and empower lobbyists to push imperfect laws.
The World Herald notes that after the legislature disbands there is no chance to reenact laws and questions lawyer-dominated legislatures. It supports a prophylactic approach to unconstitutional laws as a cureless problem.
Adam God, held in county jail on a first degree murder charge, announces a new peace treaty offer to the criminal court. He previously offered amnesty and now pledges to quit preaching, apologize to police, and pray for two slain officers if judged.
Attacks on the Omaha water board are expected to intensify before May 1 to defeat municipal ownership of the water works. Efforts will push to minimize the plant’s value and persuade the public that the city would be victimized if it buys the plant at appraisal or negotiated price.
A World-Herald editorial urges municipal ownership of water plants to lower rates and improve service, arguing privately run systems gouge customers. It links the Omaha debate to Plattsmouth conditions and calls for strong local Democratic clubs to sustain party principles amid East West divisions.
Harry Wilson of Waynetown Indiana says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is unequaled for croup and also helps colds and throat troubles. Given at onset it can prevent an attack and is used successfully in thousands of homes. Sold by F. G. Fricke & Co.
I M Ward of Elmwood arrived from Omaha and visited the Journal office to review the latest methods of producing hens. He is a representative Elmwood citizen and business man who appreciates practical business propositions.
P. T. Becker drove in from the west of the city and, with others, rode the early train to Omaha to spend the day.
Notice is hereby given that the creditors of the estate of John B Meisinger deceased will meet the executors in Platte mouth Nebraska in county court room on March 20 and September 29 1900 at 10 o clock a m for presenting claims for examination and allowance One year is allowed for creditors to present claims from March 2 1900 and the executors one year to settle the estate Attest March 1969 Dwyer attorney for estate
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