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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1906
Page
1
A collection of humorous maxims and social observations from Plattsmouth notes warn about manners and morals. The piece cites dating, marriage, finances, and public decorum, including vows, behavior in streets, and the risk of anonymous scandal letters prompting private detective action.
The thirtieth annual Grand Army of the Republic encampment in Nebraska closed in Lincoln with public installations for G A R officers and the Women’s Relief Corps. New department and corps officers were announced and installed, and a smaller turnout followed by a ceremony in the auditorium.
W L Pickett, longtime Burlington agent at this place, has been seriously ill with heart trouble. John Mayfield will act as his substitute at the depot. The community respects Pickett for his gentlemanly manners and social qualities, and neighbors hope for his speedy recovery.
A freight car derailed on the Missouri Pacific line near Mynard Nebraska delaying traffic for hours. Northbound passengers did not reach Ne Nebraska City until this afternoon. Myward is the first station this side of Plattsmouth. No injuries were reported.
A Ashland lightning rod salesman donated a rod to the German Lutheran church near Murdock. He balked at the steep steeple, so Jane Koop painted the ball and mounted the rod herself, with the salesman relieved upon his return.
Royal Arch Masons held a special convocation to admit three new members. After ceremonies, members and guests joined a banquet prepared by St. Marys Guild. Toasts were given by H. J. Helps, Senator Geo L Sheldon, Dr. Livingston, Rev. Burgess, and attendees including Byron Clark and George Thomas. Ex county commissioner W J Banning attended as guest of honor.
The infant son of Dr Geo W and Mrs Todd died at their Omaha home on Thursday afternoon May 17 1906 at about six months. The funeral was held yesterday with attendance from the Todd family and many friends.
The home of Mrs Wm Herold hosted a Friday evening gathering in honor of Miss Ferne Hager of Lincoln. Miss Dora entertained at a five o clock tea with twelve guests, decorated rooms, a three course luncheon, and guests lingered for social time before departing.
In the south part of the city near the B and M shops residents awoke to gunshots. Oscar Bledge and James Jones were arrested for disturbing the peace after an incident with Mrs. H W Carey. They were jailed and to be arraigned before Judge Archer at 3 this afternoon. A new supply of garden seed bulk and field seeds is advertised at Asoms sen and Louck's.
W B Ellis, identified with many aliases, was arraigned in county court before Judge Spafford. The charges include forgery and uttering a forged instrument. Ellis pleaded guilty to uttering a forged instrument and denied the other counts. Preliminary hearing set for May 25 at 10. Ellis was held in jail in default of bond.
A young American eagle was discovered in a Trout window display at Billy Barclay’s saloon. The bird, about two weeks old, drew interest from locals who debated its identity as an eagle. An attempted capture led to the death of its mate, found on the Pickler farm south of town.
Judge Day delivered a decision Friday finding the issues generally in favor of the defendant and dismissing the plaintiffs petition. It held no fraud by Polk and that the Kentucky deal was made by all parties on equal footing with no undue influence. The court’s lengthy statement reviewed the entire case and applicable law. The prior trial judge had limited attorney fees to 2500 dollars, but the supreme court reversed and remanded for a new trial.
A new train official titled Train Auditor began duties last week on the Burlington line. He boards trains unannounced to collect fares and emblems, recording all sums. The Hastings branch report notes the auditor will run several trips and compare records with regular conductors, aiming to ensure straight reports.
Dr McArthur who left the city months ago to find a new site inspected multiple places including Hock Springs Wyoming. He has decided to locate in Vedic Creek in this county near Char Creek, an area described as surrounded by a fled Carini Comey. The Journal notes a medical sign and Foster departed from there.
Officials report both Jos and Kastle badly injured with recovery described as extremely doubtful. Authorities declined further details pending medical updates.
Joseph Kastle of Plattsmouth or Cedar Creek, about 40, found unconscious beside Bartlington tracks east of the station after an apparent collision with a Burlington switch engine. Skull fracture suspected. he died later if not stabilized. Reports place him in Eight Mile Grove and nearby towns. he had recently sold property and was living with his second wife.
Beautiful services marked a large congregation as Rev Salsbury delivered the graduation address for the Miami Township High School class. He urged preparation focus and cooperation, praising youth and urging moral effort, ending with America sung together and a Benediction.
The German Lutheran church will be dedicated Sunday May 26 with Rev John Baumgardner Jr of Chicago preaching at morning services Prof Weller preaches at 230 followed by Rev Ollenbach of Lincoln in English and Rev Jung of Louisville in the evening All are invited Asomissen Louck advertises Quick Meal and Mound Oak Steel Ranges at competitive prices.
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