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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1908
Page
2
The paper reports Mrs. Gunned arrested and convinced Syracuse police it was a horrible mistake. Miss Belle was arrested in Chicago last week. It mentions a Prosperity club organized by thieves and railroad plans to raise freight rates.
The piece notes Republicans fear Democrats may hurt their own chances by nominating Bryan. It argues for robust democracy, praising Marie Henry Watterson's phrase Democracy unterrified and undefiled as a standard to defend the country.
The article notes President Roosevelt’s judgement favors five leaders, all Democrats, who he regards as the greatest in the country.
A toy pistol caused a boy to suffer lockjaw from an injury, though the weapon itself only makes small noise. The incident highlights the potential danger of玩玩具枪及其造成的伤害。
A well known newspaper correspondent reports President Roosevelt opposes state autonomy. he seeks to annihilate state rights rather than abridge them. The remark portrays a stark expansion of federal power and central authority.
A political commentary urges Republican newspapers to stop chasing Bryan's national convention strategy and instead concentrate on winning in the upcoming fall campaigns. It emphasizes practical electoral work over factional maneuvering.
A Kansas Republican questions party unity by asking if Taft supporters would back Booker T. Washington if the President favored him, implying loyalty hinges on presidential preference. The remark probes political alignment and potential cross-endorsement.
Plattsmouth residents show Cass County readiness to aid stricken communities within our borders. The county seat emphasizes helping local people first, then others.
The passage urges prayer against further trust busts after Roosevelt’s meat trust action. It notes fresh dressed beef quoted at 70 cents per pound by Omaha packing houses and questions the actual selling price behind the quote.
The President joked to Conservators delegates and Congress members that without a permanent waterways commission he would take matters into his own hands. The remark underlines the President's desire for a lasting commission and hints at possible executive steps if legality allowed.
President Roosevelt expressed that William Jennings Bryan is the strongest man available for the Democratic nomination. The remark raises questions whether he is guiding policy with insight or using a political strategy.
The Hearst party announces a national convention to be held in Chicago on July 27. The Independent League claims it will hold the greatest political convention in the country. The piece questions how Hearst candidates will appear on Nebraska ballots and argues that Roosevelt era Hamiltonian doctrines say states have no rights to challenge national authority.
The $3,000,000 trust company in Ohio has shut down its operations as creditors confront a policy dispute. Authorities note the firm’s doors are closed and customers face unresolved deposits amid the policy controversy.
Public focus on the president's move after yesterday's clash with Congress. commentators question the viability of defiance when legislative bodies fail to act decisively.
A quote expresses optimism that once street lowering and the government building are finished the area will be competitive, implying benefits despite receiving less than others. The remark frames local progress as a sign of being in the swim.
Public sentiment favors Bryanism as Republicans across the country express support for William Jennings Bryan's presidential bid this year. The trend reflects a broad shift in political alignments and party endorsements.
A columnist argues that a dysfunctional civil service protects incompetent staff and should be replaced with a better system to improve efficiency and accountability.
Local residents argue the town should receive larger state funds for a government building. They note nearby towns get 75 000 to 80 000 while Plattsmouth has only 50 000 and urge fair consideration.
Rumors swirl that Roosevelt’s latest jab at Congress will provoke a strong response though skepticism remains about Congress’s resolve. The piece frames cynicism toward political theater and public trust.
With May 30 approaching, townsfolk are urged to join veterans in decorating graves. The piece notes the fading number of old soldiers and warns future memory depends on flowers placed on Memorial Day.
The Kansas City Post notes that William J. Bryan commands broad Democratic trust by speaking plainly on issues, including his support for restricting negro suffrage. The piece urges office seekers to reveal their positions publicly on this pivotal question.
The piece argues meat costs are up 29 percent from a year ago and links Roosevelt style trust busting to wider hardship. It suggests labor supporters of the Republican label cheer then and fear a future of consuming less if a new Roosevelt era enforces more busting.
The piece notes Judson Harmon of Cincinnati, a former U.S. attorney general under Cleveland, is nominated for Ohio governor by the Democrats while state convention delegates are selected for Bryan at the national convention. It also cites criticism of Bryan from Dr. Miller and commentary on local newspaper coverage and Republican opposition, including political calculations in Nebraska.
Daylong items report numerous residents and visitors in Plattsmouth including B B Daniher Mrs James Chalfant Mrs J H Johnson and I S Hall. Mentioned are travels to Omaha Lincoln Murray Weeping Water and Louisville with multiple social visits and business matters at the county office court house and Burlington lines.
Voters condemn the current Republican Congress as a fraud ridden gathering at the seat of government. Thousands in the west plan to back the opposition to remove entrenched officials, tired of salaries and added handouts totaling 7 500 and 2 500 dollars, and graft.
The article reviews House Roll No. 254 pushed by J. H. Knowles to curb Mayor Gering. It notes the 1907 Nebraska Legislature specifics, including 79 Yeas from 100 House members and one Nay by independent John Marlatt.
D W Greenslate longtime Elmwood resident died Saturday morning May 9 at Blythesdale Missouri after several days of sickness that developed into consumption. He is buried at Elk Creek cemetery Decatur Iowa beside his daughter Opal per his wishes his family at his death included his father mother and brother Dean with Bertha Ellis and Fern arriving later. Dell left teaching four years ago for farming and had been improving until a cold last year ended his health. Elmwood Leader Echo extends sympathy to his sorrowing relatives.
Carl Musick sustained a serious foot injury at the Burlington machine shops when a reverse lever fell from an engine onto his foot and ankle. He was treated by a physician and will require a layoff for some time before returning to work.
C T Richards arrived this morning with the assessor's books from South Bend having completed the work far quicker than usual. Mrs Richards is described as genial and a hustler in whatever she undertakes, a good man for the place.
A single dose of Dean's Regulats eases mild to habitual constipation. The remedy is sold as a 25 cent box and recommended by druggists.
Last Saturday afternoon sparks from the VanCourt quarry engine set a barn near the boarding house ablaze and damaged a table by the power house. Charley Snyder alerted locals, Mrs. Rood helped contain the blaze, and Olaf Lundberg and workers saved the stable near the powder magazine, preventing a catastrophe with 200 kegs of powder as wind fanned the flames.
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