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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1906
Page
3
The mayor with five Plattsmouth businessmen plans free street entertainments each Saturday to draw regional visitors for the end of season. The scheme aims to revive local commerce and mirrors successful efforts in Illinois and Iowa.
Joy McAlwatn recounts escape from a devastating quake in Ohio and Ontario slept in streets for days while loss of trunks and belongings occurred. He vows to return home and thanks Mayor Gering Bas Pusnowim and Plattsmouth residents for their generosity amid the disaster.
The Wolfe Stock Company staged Carmen to a full house on Friday night at the Parmelo. Frank G. Long as Don Jose Libengon Grace Huff as Carman and Nellie Long as Delores delivered notable performances with vivid acting and careful costumes. The third act's mountain ravine scene impressed with sensational acting and striking electrical effects.
Weeping Water Herald reports Avoca village officials granted licenses but warns that no license will be valid without a proper petition. The required number of freeholders to sign is thirty to legally authorize a saloon, threatening the spring operation status.
A drowned man near Mason City is identified by a brother from Kulo Nebraska as Jog Mason, a teacher. The body, found after two men attempted a river crossing on April 21, was viewed by a coroner who deemed an inquest unnecessary. The incident connects to Mr Collian of Brownville Nebraska, with rumors the body lay underwater about twelve days before release. The report also comments on Nebraska Republican politics and calls for party reform following the Omaha election.
Foley & Co Chicago originated Honey and Tar as a throat remedy. Due to its popularity many imitations with similar sounding names appear. The genuine Foley’s Honey and Tar comes in a yellow package. Sold by FG Vricke & Co and A. T. Fried.
The Louisville Courier argues it is unfair for traveling grocery agents to sell woods in town without paying occupation tax while local grocers pay and must cover cash for the privilege. It notes dealers evade tax by taking orders in advance and delivering later.
A remedy touts Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar to ease congestion and tickling. It promises to drive the cold from the body via the bowels and is sold by F. G. Fricke & Co. and Gering & Co.
A garbled excerpt discusses thinness in children and adults with unclear references to health tests. The fragment mentions lean living, possible dietary concerns, and general health indicators without coherent context or identifiable persons or organizations.
The horse owned by Jake Huecbler had its eye damaged by a kick. A tumor grew and threatened the animal until Dr. Alt Barnes operated. The tumor was removed and the horse is recovering under Dr. Karnes.
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