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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1909

Page

2

Democrats Name City Ticket At Plattsmouth Convention

Plattsmouth Democrats held a large convention in the council chamber with harmony across wards. John Sattler won the mayoral nomination, Carl G. Fricke secured treasurer, W. B. Elster and J. S. Livingston named for judges, and L. W. Lorenz and J. W. Egenberger chosen for school board. City central committee appointments were set, with Fred M. Reasoner highlighted.

Plattamouth City Council Chamber Leyda Fox John M. Leyda F. G C. Egenberger John Lutz John Sattler D. O. Dwyer Dr. J Livingston W. C. Tippens Blatter Sattler Dwyer Lutz Carl G. Fricke Clement Archer Mr. Clement L. W. Loreng Mr. Fricke Pricke Fricke W. B. Clement Foresty John Lute W. B. Hister Elater Democratic Party A. N. Sullivan Elster Citizens” Movement L. W. Lorenz J. W. Egenberger

Primaries Select Ward Delegates and City Nominees

Large turnout in first ward primaries with Dwyer named chair and Fricke secretary. Delegates chosen by acclamation. city central candidates Dwyer and Maury for short and long terms. Second ward nominating contest settles on Adam Kurtz over Lorens. third ward names Fox chair and Rookmeyer nominee. Delegates to convention listed for each ward and central committee picks finalized.

Dwyer Fred M. Reasoner Fifth Ward City Central Committee New City Committee Fritz Fricke W. C. Tippens L. W. Lorenz Emil Walters W K. Fox John Schulhof Frank Liberahal Fourth Ward John Cebulhof W. B. Elster M. Archer R. W. Clement Aug. Tartseh Anton Nitka George Dodge H. E. Rand Pat Egan Schulhof D. O. Dwyer Livingston Fritz A. Fricke 0. Dwyer Wm. Hassler Thomas Walling Wm. Barclay John Cory J. H. Donnelly Adam Kurtz L. W. Lorens Giford C. G. Fricke J. M. Leydh Hert Tulene Jacob Tritsch Jos. Hadraba Chris, Uhrrich F. G. Reenberger Albert Scuttler Wm. Hohlshuh L. W. Lorensz Adam Kurta J. W. Tulene Frank McElroy W. H. Miller Third Ward W. K. Fox Charles Grimen J. W. Rookmeyer Ed. Donat Wm. Folly J. J. McDaniel L. Herger L. G. Larson Joe Wares Bennett Chrinwelwer Pod Vallery Jon Varga J. W. Bookmeyer J. W. Graseman J Tt. Kelley Frank Kalasek W. BB. Roemnerans

Funeral of Mrs William Wohlfarth

The funeral of the late Mrs. William Wohlfarth was held yesterday at St Pauls Evangelical church at two oclock. An immense cortege of sorrowing friends and relatives attended including A O U W D O H M W A Royal Neighbors Odd Fellows and the German Frauenverein. Floral tributes came from many groups and personal friends. Rev F J Longhurst delivered the sermon praising her quiet home life and devotion to family and God. The cortege proceeded to Oak Hill for burial as sunlit rays touched the east. Pallbearers were M Hees Wm Otterstein Jeki and Frank Neuman.

William Wohlfarth St. Paul's Evangelical Church D. of H Odd Fellows German Frauenverein Burlington F. J. Longhurst St. Paul's Church Oak HI M. Hees Wm. Otterstein Jeki and Frank Neuman

Thanks for sympathy and floral tributes

To the many kind neighbors and friends and the members of the sev eral lodges who so signally showed us their sympathy in the last illness and death of our beloved wife, moth er and sister Mrs. William Wohlfarth. We desire to return our heartfelt thanks and we do especially desire to thank them for the very handsome floral tributes.

William Wohlfarth

Miss Dorrington Crowned Queen of the Occident in Manila

Former North Nebraska girl Miss Helen Dorrington has been chosen Queen of the Occident at Manila’s carnival with Miss Julia Ageacaolll named Queen of the Orient. The crowning was witnessed by thousands and followed by a ball. The Manila Cable-News notes Dorrington is daughter of Colonel and Mrs Lafayette A. Dorrington and a regal beauty. Her father, a former judge advocate and military officer, helped lead the municipal government in the Philippines before returning.

Helen Dorrington North Nebraska Manila Philippine Julia Ageacaolll Manila Cable-News Oc Eident Lafayette A. Dorrington Miss Dorrington Nebraska Philippines Evil Life World-Herald Dorington Ithia City

Mystery surrounds missing houseboat after river search

Authorities fail to locate the houseboat and its two traveling musician occupants after a failed river hunt near a high bank. Reports differ on the craft and details, with local officials noting uncertain ownership and the pair likely headed south toward St. Joe or Kansas City.

World Herald of Omaha World-Herald Hentons Jud Shannon Pacific Junction the World-Herald Charles Powell Rainey Mesage Fred Black Mr. Black James Ault Chief Rainey St. Joe Kansas City

Pool Colbert land deals in Cass County drawn to notice

Pool and Colbert of Weeping Water closed two Cass County land deals with Dr F M Andrews. he sold 160 acres near Manley to August Stander for 17400 dollars about 108.75 per acre, and bought 120 acres near Weeping Water from D Dwyer for 8300 dollars about 62.25 per acre.

Pool & Colbert Weeping Water Cass County William H. Pool F. M. Andrews Manley August Stander

Dry zone declared as Sunday alcohol ban enforced

Nebraska City News reports residents warn that the red light district will see no intoxicants sold or given away Sunday and every Sunday thereafter, in line with police orders.

Red Light Nebraska City News

For Rent Cottage and Cottages in Windham Prospect

Windham Investment Co offers a neat in town cottage on half an acre of fruit trees for rental and two additional four room cottages available nearby.

Windham Investment Co

All Who Would Enjoy Good Health and Laxatives

Practical guidance on right living and timely use of remedies, touting the California Fig Syrup Co. as the source of the genuine Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna. The ad emphasizes simple, wholesome remedies and urges buying the genuine product through leading druggists.

California Fig Syrup Co

City Sues Over Electric Franchise Bond in Plattsmouth

The City of Plattsmouth sues Earl C. Wescott and sureties C C Parmele and Thomas E Parmele over a 1907 electric lighting franchise and a $3500 bond. City Attorney Ramsey vows to press the case vigorously, aiming for trial at the May term. council discussions of compromise are rejected.

Ramsey Earl Wescott Plattsmouth Earl C, Wescott Chas. C, Parmele Thos. E. Parmele Earl C. Wescott Wescott Charles C. Parmele Thomas E. Parmele C. C. Parmele Thomas EB. Parmele Nebraska

Bargains In Real Estate Across Multiple States

A real estate listing offers 5 to 15 acre tracts near Plattsmouth with cottages in Townsend and other additions. Over 50 local opportunities plus improved properties in Nebraska and surrounding states. More than 100,000 acres unimproved for investment. describe desired locality and property.

Plattsmouth Townsend Dukes Young and Hays Wise Thompson Clark's Stadelman South Park Orchard Hill Nebraska Kansas Oklahoma Texas South Dakota North Dakota Wyoming Colorado

Windham Investment Co. advert Plattsmouth Nebraska

Plattsmouth Nebraska advertisement for Chamberlain's Salve to treat skin diseases including eczema tetter salt rheum and barber's itch. Itches and smarting relief is promised with quick results and reported eye cures. Sold by F G Fricke & Co.

Windham Investment Co Plattsmouth, Nebraska F. G. Fricke & Co

County Court Quiet with Routine Work Report Due

Court operations were largely routine with a single matter on the docket. The guardian of Leona Edgerton filed a report set for examination and hearing Friday morning. no marriage licenses were issued.

County Court House County Court Guardian Leona Edgerton

Rooster Found Between Liberty Chapel and Parsonage

A rooster found on the public highway between Liberty Chapel and the parsonage is up for claim by description and a 25 conta fee. Call Platts, phone 202.

Liberty Chapel Platts

Mall Train Passengers Plan Omaha Visit

Mra Margaret Fiala and Miss Nemeta were on the mall train at noon en route to Omaha to visit relatives for several days. Miss Nemeta expects to return this evening while Mra Fiala will stay longer for several days.

Mra Margaret Fiala Miss Nemeta Omaha Fiala

Dr J Coates Resigns Medical Directorship in Y M C A

Mr and Mrs Edwin Jeary entertain their son in law Dr J Coates and family in Mexico City. Dr Coates, Y M C A medical director for two years, resigns effective March 1 to pursue postgraduate study in New York and later practice in the western United States.

Edwin Jeary A. J. Coates Mexico City Mex Coates Lincoln Y. M. C. A Miss Jeary Mexico J. Coates Board of Managers New York United States State Journal

Chamberlain's Liniment Praised for Muscle Pain Relief

A historical catalog entry touts Chamberlain's Liniment as a superior remedy for muscular and rheumatic pains and soreness. It claims effectiveness for back pain and deep muscle pains, offered in 25 and 60 cent sizes by F. G. Fricke & Co.

Chamberlain F. G. Fricke & Co

Also Mentioned on This Page

Democrats John P. Sattler First Ward Cp Dwyer M. Mauzy Vorthran Frank Libershal J. W. Barwick A. G. Bach, Jr Frank O'Neill Wm. Shea Wm. Gravette Wm. Mendenhall F. M. Reasoner William Wohlpfarth Herman Wohlfarth Freda Wobhlfarth Otto Wohlfarth H. M. Sonnichsen Hans Paashh John Wichman Claus Ploehn George Ploehn M. Fanger Nebraska City A. D Chas. C. Parmele Thomas Parmele, Surety Bank of the Bank OF
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