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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
1
Charles A. Ralston, night watchman at Weeping Water, was shot in a late evening pursuit by two men staying under assumed names. He died from a single bullet wound after a confrontation near a westbound freight yard. Authorities nationwide alerted, with bloodhounds and telegraph lines mobilized while search parties chase leads and rumors of capture swirl.
The Journal cannot print a communication signed Honest Working man Reader as it lacks the writer’s name. The office requires a verifiable byline for information and editor guidance, even if not for publication.
Hon R B Windham entertained relatives and friends at his North Sixth Street residence for several days. Among guests were R K Windham and wife of Glenwood Iowa Rev A Bonham and wife Miss Mary Windham and Miss Eva Windham of Omaha Nebraska R B Windham Jr wife baby son and grandson of Greenwood Nebraska and Kathryn Windham from the University at Lincoln Nebraska.
Judge Travis held a brief district court session and adjourned to Wednesday. Foreclosure decree entered in Haldeman v Murray. Gering v Leyda et al continued to next term. Henton v Woodmen of the World set for next Thursday. Trial date fixed for Matt Bozarth murder of James Dyer noted separately. County Commissioners offered a 300 reward for Charles A. Ralston murder arrest and conviction at Weeping Water. B F Hall appointed justice of the peace in Salt Creek precinct. Liberty drainage district petition presented. no action. Remaining time devoted to routine business.
County Attorney Rawls filed a complaint with Justice Archer charging Charles Hickson with assault with intent to do great bodily injury. Hickson, brought from Omaha, is jailed. Thomas lies at Waterman Block in delirious condition and is not expected to be examined until next week.
Dr. Guy Carleton Lee of Baltimore lectured on The Strength Of the People before a sizable Parmese audience. He argued reforms must proceed but avoid radicalism, noting immorality runs across classes and that neglect to read statistics fuels prejudice. The talk was engaging and instructive, leaving listeners inspired for future lectures.
The State vs Bozarth set for trial next Friday the 6th. County Attorney Rawls and Attorney Sullivan examined evidence in Greenwood. Bozarth faces first degree murder charges with an insanity defense likely.
Cass county farmers can rely on Gering's medicine wagon for winter supplies. Ed Rynott’s wagon was remodeled with a stove to keep medicines in good condition and provide a comfortable ride. Regular trips will continue without interruption all season.
Miss True South hosted a Halloween gathering Saturday night in South Park attended by numerous young friends including Miss Guinell Hamburg Agnes Anderson Thelma Denson Leon Lair and several others. The event featured original games a long memorable evening and a lavish luncheon with many attending guests staying late.
A Saturday evening Halloween party at Miss Henrietta Chaloupka's western city home featured oak leaf and Jack o Lantern decorations, music, games, and a popular supper followed by a lively charity auction. Attendees included Hermia Nevotny, Mary Nevotny, Clara Jirousek, Anna Libershal, Henriett Chaloupka, Janda siblings, and several Hiber, Hadraba, Libershal, and Janda family members among about 30 guests.
Sophomores hosted a large Halloween party in an empty Pearl and Eighth streets house. Jack o lanterns and autumn decor set a festive mood for ghostly storytelling and themed games followed by a lavish autumn feast. Mrs. Anna Britt supervised the event, which was a big success.
Last Saturday at the Aetna hotel in Omaha two laborers Gus Johnson and Frank Jets were found dead in bed from asphyxiation after heavy drinking. The gas jet was on full. The night clerk found the escaping gas at 7 am. Coroner Brewer will hold an inquest and relatives are being sought. Johnson is thought to be from Weeping Water with letters addressed there. There is no suggestion of suicide.
The High School juniors held a Halloween event last Saturday in C. C. Parmele’s North Sixth street barn. Guests passed a basement with skeletons and a grim doorway, then endured a creaking staircase to a masked upper level with games and fortune readings. Miss Anna Snyder won a fortune guessing contest, and Miss Mattie Larson topped the readings event. A luncheon followed then a traditional barn dance to conclude the evening.
Reports say two or more gunmen who killed Charles A. Ralston Sunday near Weeping Water remain at large. Bloodhounds failed to locate a scent, and detectives Malone and Quinton returned from fruitless searches as public anger and rumors rise while authorities plan a cautious, quiet capture.
Along the north side of Main Street between Fifth and Sixth streets merchants are erecting a concrete wall to safeguard their block from flood damage. Excavation is done and the wall will rise several feet above the alley level, preventing water from causing loss. The enterprise is praised as a model for citywide property protection.
In county court yesterday attorney D C Dwyer began an attachment suit against Anderson Mantooth claiming he bought Indiana real estate believed worth two thousand but found worth one thousand Dwyer seeks a thousand dollar judgement He alleges Mantooth non resident and fraudulent sale First National Bank of this city holds a 3490 00 draft or due bill payable to Mantooth attached and garnished Judge Beeson issued the order of attachment and garnishment with hearing set for November 8 There were no marriage licenses issued today.
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