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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1909
Page
4
The Plattsmouth Journal lauds the Democratic candidates for city council Sattler Fiscke Elster and Archer praising their service to the people and their view of Plattsmouth as best in Nebraska. It attacks the so called citizens ticket and urges a vote for the Democratic slate as representatives of plain people.
The excerpt describes Republicans pressed to align with Democrats due to leadership decisions. Longtime party fighters face reduced chances as an unjust deal forces acceptance of Democratic dictation, a painful consequence for loyalists.
The piece questions the push for a nonpartisan citizens ticket, arguing three parties Democrats Republicans and Prohibitionists dominate and that independents lack proven governance ability. It challenges claims nonpartisan candidates offer better administration and presses for accountability in city affairs.
Campaign message urging vote for John P. Sattler as mayor, emphasizing experience and capability to lead the city.
Carl G Fricke runs as a successor candidate following the tenure of R W Clement aiming to continue leadership and serve the community.
The appeal highlights Dr. W. B. Elster’s tenure as city clerk with best kept records in years, urging votes in his favor based on efficiency and accuracy.
A brief musing on political branding asking whether a "citizens" ticket holds virtue or if a different label could equally inspire trust and reform. The tone questions how naming shapes public perception and legitimacy.
The message urges support for M Archer citing a long record and time tested experience as the sole qualified candidate for police judge.
L. W. Lorenz campaigns for the board of education promising devoted attention. The candidate presents himself as a live business man ready to serve in the position.
Bookmeyver seeks third ward council seat stating he represents the people’s interests. Schulhof runs in the fourth ward praising his council record and faithful service.
The World Herald reprints a New York Herald account describing a thousand strong crowd in Wall Street diverting attention from a woman attacked by gawking men. Police struggle to disperse, she faints as ticker tape and cheers fill the street. The writer rejects Wall Street culture and reiterates Western prejudice.
A brief political message urging George E E Dovey as a clean representative for the first ward council seat. It endorses him as a businesslike and upright official and asks voters to support his candidacy.
D. O. Dwyer runs for council in the first ward. Officials praise his record as a clean upright citizen and say his short time on the council shows he is with the people.
A bid for the Fifth Ward council seat by Fred M. Rezner emphasizes his clean honest businesslike record and commitment to representing ward residents in the council.
The speaker notes with irony that despite many capable Republicans, none are named for the top ticket or other key offices won by Democrats. The comment implies historic or strategic omissions in party leadership choices.
The state legislature nears adjournment as several party pledges are fulfilled and the remainder expected to be completed before adjournment. The speech frames this as representing Voters desires and party duty.
The text notes that not all objecting Republicans are discontent office seekers, highlighting that many had never held office or had become successful officials and winning candidates.
Governor Shallenberger urged the legislature to pass a bill prohibiting stock watering, arguing it serves the public and stockholders in corporations and should become law.
John Hallstrom seeks a seat on the board of education presenting himself as a capable leader and devoted family man with strong interest in high citizenship and local school improvement.
The Nebraska City News notes Plattsmouth Republicans lost identity in the spring election. A convention declined to name their own ticket and endorsed the citizens ticket, largely comprising men previously labeled as Democrats.
Citizens note widespread anger as current leaders push a ticket under party control. The ballot could widen divisions and bring minor appointments from disgruntled Democrats, risking the party’s stance and public trust.
J E McDaniel filed a petition with the Plattsmouth city clerk seeking a one year liquor license for malt beer spirits and wine to operate from a building at block 33 in the fourth ward of Plattsmouth Nebraska. The filing appears dated March 22 1809 and notes required resident voters signatories.
Notice to the public that Peter Coos filed a petition in the city clerk's office of Fiatta Mouth Nebraska seeking a license to sell beer wine and spirits for one year. The building at lot twelve block thirty is the proposed location for the sale in a clearly described urban area.
A petition filed in Trattamouth Nebraska dated March 24 1909 lists Peter Goos as applicant for the request or action noted in the document.
Ed Egenberger has filed for a malt beer liquor license in Martsmouth Nebraska to operate at the east half of lot 12 in block 28 in the first ward. The notice is signed by free-holders and county authorities with the applicant's Nebraska residency stated. March 22, 1809.
Notice to the public that H. B. Rand has filed for a one year liquor license with the Plattsmouth city clerk. The application lists E Rand as applicant and cites a building on lots 11 and 12 in block 27 first wardPlattsmouth Nebraska. Hearing date March 17 1808.
Ed Donath files in city clerk office a license application for malt, spirituous and vinous liquors for the parcel Lot 12 Block 29 in the First Ward of Plattsmouth Nebraska. Hearing set for March 12, 1909, with freeholders of the city and residents of Nebraska to be notified.
Adolph Gelse filed in Platte City Clerk’s office a petition for malt beer and vinous liquor license. The application seeks permission to sell at a Platte Town address in the West half of lot six in block 172 in the Fourth Ward. The filing is dated March 22, 1909.
Notion given that PFO Fricke & ave filed their petition. The fragment records a legal filing action by the named party and references an involved firm, indicating a formal petition submission within the proceedings.
G Fricke & Co apply under Nebraska statutes with Plattsmouth city clerk for permit to sell malt and spirituous liquors for medicinal mechanical and chemical purchase. Building location shown on lots 1 and 2 in block 24 in Plattsmouth. March 22, 1909.
Notice states Gering & Co has filed for a permit to sell malt and spirits for medicinal and chemical use in Plattsmouth Nebras ka in a building on the west half of lot 12 block 28. March 22 1909. Also notices creditors meeting for the estate of John Th Messinger in Cosa County Nebras ka on March 29 and September 29 1909. Emma Bauer traveling to Omaha today via mail train.
The California Fig Syrup Co presents a full statement of ingredients to win physician trust. It claims strict, exclusive manufacturing methods ensure purity and uniform laxative effect. It notes California figs flavor the product while medicinal ingredients come from beneficial plants and urges buying only the genuine article through leading druggists.
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