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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1908

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Perilous Missouri voyage ends with rescue

A party aboard the Shamrock drifted five miles below Rock Bluffs after the boat failed near a sand bar. They cried for help through the night until friends found and rescued them at three thirty in the morning. The incident prompted relief and relief parties to applaud the safe return to the city.

Momlay HH. DD. Travis Robertsen Peerstyech Shamrock Earl Travis Exst Robertson Thin City Bella Sschnider Gladys Peturuine Wolne Evers Burliuston Bridge Rock Bluffs Judge Travis Hobertson Mark Witte Rock Init Mr. Wobits White Iernine Missouri

Return from Western Trip Reports Flood News

From Granada Colorado Cass county men led by Dmily J. C. Richey and CC C Parmele returned after investigating flood reports on the Arkansas River. They learned bridges and property losses totaled thousands but their ranch escaped damage due to its location.

J. C. Richey CC. C. Parmele Granada Col Arkansas Cass County

Sale of Automobile Between Local Residents

Monday Thelry Walter L. Thomas sold his automobile to William York of Louis Ile. The car, formerly owned by Walter and Senator 5. L. Thomas, was a good machine. They agreed on a bargain to permit Mrs. Volk to acquire a larger model. The transfer occurred today with plans to visit Lincoln tomorrow to select another larger auto. Both parties express satisfaction with the sale.

Walter L. Thomas William York Louis Ile Walter Lincoln

Boy Killed by Horse in Weeping Water

Special from Weeping Water reports an 18 year old son of Chris Shoemaker eight miles east of town was accidentally killed by a horse this afternoon. He rode to the pasture to drive in a team when another horse, in playful mood, chased his horse causing him to fall. The horse trod on his head, killing him instantly.

Chris Shoemaker

Murder Verdict In Second Degree For Bozarth Case

The jury finds Matt Bozarth guilty of murder in the second degree in the killing of Jas Dyer at Greenwood. Defense had argued insanity, and a motion for a new trial will be filed later.

Matt Bozarth Jas. Dyer Greenwood Journal of

Death of George Hargiss in Otoe County

George Hargiss a respected citizen living three and a half miles south of Union died Friday night after a brief illness of pneumonia. He was forty one and survived by a widow and sister Mrs Henry Reuman. He was cousin to Senator elect Banning and second cousin to J M Leek. Funeral held yesterday with large attendance and many floral tributes as the community mourned his loss.

George Hargis Citigen Union Otoe County Hargis Henry Reuman Banning J. M. Leek

Kodak Fesseene & Co. Receives Noted Attention

Kodak Fesseene & Co. draws notice for its innovative work and industry impact. The article highlights the firm's profile, market influence, and potential future developments within the sector.

Annual S. S. Convention Promises Busy Schedule

The two day Southern State convention features Indiana speaker C D Veres presenting practical insight. Morning sessions include a class map contest. afternoon shows a spelling contest. Rev A A Randall will discuss the saloon in politics. Delegates from Weeping Water travel by auto with several locals attending.

A. A. Randall C. C. Parmele D.C. Morgan

Escape From Asphyxiation at Gas Works Lamp Trial

George Brooks narrowly escaped asphyxia while workers connected a new Boulevard gas lamp in a trench. Supervisor Claybaugh watched the scene and coordinated timely rescue as fumes overwhelmed Brooks. Friends congratulate him on the close call and fortunate survival.

George Brooks Seventh and Vile Streets Trnweh Srpit Claybaugh Shdan Wan Clayhauech George

Governs Yourselves Accordingly Policy Change at Journal

The Journal announces a new deadline for news items at 3:00 PM. Forms will close promptly at 3:50 PM and no submissions after that time will be printed. The aim is to deliver the paper to every doorstep by 6:00 PM.

Spectacular Flames Tops Majestic Theater Program

Times notes a strong Majestic Theater showing last Saturday with Manager Walker presenting Spectacular Flames a vibrant colored picture praised by the audience. Two humorous shorts Prospective Heirs and The Vacuum Cleaner drew loud laughter and a sensational picture also rated well. Walker promises another funny bill tonight expecting good attendance.

Majestic Theater Walker

Four men bound for trial in Singlington depot burglary case

In Justice Archer's court four men William Riley John Owens Michael Neeson and William Murphy were arraigned on breaking and entering charges over a Burlington depot car loaded with William Bairds household goods. Bail set at 300. unable to post, defendants remanded until spring term.

Singlington William Baird M. Archer William Riley John Owens Michael Neeson William Murphhy Rawls A. N. Sulivan Manspeaker Marshal Fitzgerald Rainey Caiming Burlington Bridge Pickett Johnson Burlington Guy McMahen McMahen & Sons Baird Ols J. R. Denison Clyde Jones T. J. Hickson CC. H. Wilson Justice Archer

Autumn country excursion reveals Liberty county’s harvest beauty

The article tours Cass county's Liberty area praising harvests and scenery from Missouri river bluffs to Weeping Water valley. It notes corn yields around thirty five to forty bushels per acre with some fields forty to sixty bushels, strong wheat and alfalfa, and calls for road and bridge upgrades after spring floods. It concludes Liberty is a premier portion of the county.

Wade Piven Eich Nebraska Feenst Nature Man Cass County Old Liberty Missouri River Dunbar G. W. Garrison Missouri Iowa Plattsmouth Omaha Lews Bluffs

Long Sleepwalker Affects Schroeder Family Daughter

Last Monday night Fred Schroeder's daughter, living six miles from town, walked in her sleep to Ed Betts's home. She has heart trouble and after awakening suffered convulsions and near death. Parents summoned, she was taken to Lincoln hospital on Tuesday.

Fred Schroeder Ed Betts Lincoln Eagle Beacon

Hunting Party Enjoyable Gathering at John Warg Home

Yesterday a hunting party near Rock Bluffs enjoyed a fine rabbit bag and scarce game. Host John Warg fed the guests with a full meal and genuine sweet cider. The party included Anton Koubek Tony Kanka Joe Kanka Jim Ptacek Jim Novacek John Jouranek Geo Gobleman Pape and Councilman J W Bookmeyer.

John Warg Rock Bluffs Mr. Warea John Anton Koubek Tony Joe Kanka Jim Ptacek Jim Novacek John Jouranek Geo. Gobleman Pape Counecilman J. W. Bookmeyer

Mrs. Christiansen Leaves Deadwood After City Visit

Mrs. Chris Christiansen of Deadwood and Mrs. Benfer left the city this afternoon after several days of visiting and handling business. Mrs. Christiansen traveled with Mrs. Benfer who intends to visit her son W. C., editor of the Black Hills Reporter at Lead, Dakota.

Chris Christiansen Deadwood Benfer W. C Black Hills Lead M. D

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