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Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1908

Page

3

Tyson Suffers Broken Leg in High Speed Elmwood Road Race

A serious auto race mishap north of Elmwood left Tyson with a broken leg above the ankle after his motorcycle outran a car and struck a hill at high speed. Eyewitnesses claimed he sped like a railroad train, estimated around sixty miles per hour, before being rushed back to Elmwood for medical care. The article also notes incorporation news for the Farmers Grain and Stock Company at Greenwood, Cass County, Nebraska, with a six-year term and a stated capital of ten thousand dollars.

Elmwood M. Ts. ‘Tyson L. A. Tyson Jez Tyson Murdock Rosencrans Farmers Grain and Stock Company Secretary of State Cass County Nebraska Greenwood Charles Williams

Poultry Wanted by Clarinda Poultry Man

The Clarinda poultry man seeks to buy poultry in any quantity at payment rates of spring chickens 6 cents per lb hens 7 cents per lb roosters 4 cents per lb. His headquarters are at Zuckweiler and Lutz's store.

Clarinda Zuckweiler and Lutz Zuckweiler & Lutz

Big New Car Brings News to Cass County Crowd

Former Senator 8 L Thomas and son Walter bring home a large 24 HP wine colored vehicle from Council Bluffs after a trip via Glenwood and the ferry. The Sertine Caporis with seating for five to six, part of a Omaha show shipment, boosts Walter Thomas as local agent for Cass county.

8. L. Thomas Walter L Clare Thomas Omaha Glenwood Council Bluffs Fendhimen Pioneer Implement Company Pioneer Company Walter L. Thomas Cass County

Mrs Hufter to Visit Mynard After Rock Island Trip

Mrs Harry Hufter of Havelock arrived in the city from Rock Island Illinois where she visited relatives and friends. She will be the guest of A L Hutter and family at Mynard for several days before returning home.

Harry Hufter of Havelock Rock Island A. L. Hutter Mynard

Bold horse theft reported at Pacific Junction

A man about 25 registered as Charlie Williams from Hamburg and took a single seated Concord rig with red wheels from R A Jones livery barn to travel to Glenwood to see George Estes. He did not return by Monday morning, prompting police notification. Estes had no visit record. Mills County Tribune.

Pacific Junction R. A. Jones Glenwood George Estes Peyton Hotel Charlie Williams Hamburg Jones Mr. Estes Concord Mills County Tribune

Trio Walks Across States After Wager on Election

Three men from Miluceupotis linn Minnesota walked to Kansas City after betting on Bryan in a presidential contest. They offered $300 forfeit to travel on foot or freight train, but must work for meals and lodging. Musicians by trade they travel roughly 28 miles daily, planning to reach Nebraska City soon and Auburn next. They expected about a week to reach Kansas City and called at the office during their stay.

Emily Landford Duanlier Bites Mike Schmidt Carl Lee Paul Felder Miluceupotis Linn Kangen City Reateroy Bryan Ils Ar. Dunbar Nebraska City Auburn Kansas City

Captured Crazy Man In Mills County

Deputy Dalton detained Carl Renstein a Swede about 45 after a disturbance at a Glenwood area home. He had escaped Nebraska insane asylum and was jailed ten days as a tramp. He was later taken to Lincoln for confinement amid earlier reports of a roaming suspect alarming local residents.

Dalton Logan Glenwood Carl Renstein Nebraska Insane Asylum Lincoln George Shaw Judson Center Township

Remedy Spotlight for Stomach Trouble in San Francisco

Mrs. Mary Dowling of 228 8th Ave San Francisco lauds Electric Bitters for acute indigestion and stomach and liver troubles. The tonic purifies the blood and aids female weakness, priced 5 cents at F C Fricke Co drug store.

Mary Dowling 8Th Ave San Francisco F. C. Fricke & Co’s

Two Ton Horse Team Sold From Mills County Ranch

A large team of young horses owned by M. L. Evans on the Emerson ranch sold last week to a Sioux City buyer for 500 dollars. The team weighed 4030 pounds, a rare two ton feat and a curiosity in local horse breeding. Evans is noted as Mills County’s leading horse raiser with many fine animals.

the Tribune M. L. Evans Emerson Sioux City Evans Mills County

Burdock Blood Bitters Promises Clear Skin

An advertisement touts Burdock blood bitters as a remedy for purifying the blood and clearing the skin. It claims to restore a rosy complexion and overall sound health for women seeking better appearance.

Chamberlains Cough Remedy Promoted For Cold Relief

The text extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a trusted medicine for colds and grip, claiming quick cures and protection against pneumonia. It notes the remedy opens secretions, aids expectoration, and is safe for babies as well as adults, sold by F. G. Fricke & Co.

F. G. Fricke & Co

Correction in House members elect list noted

After celebrations for his victory, T. J. Wilburn of Atkinson found his unofficial 62 vote lead erased by official count. William A. Allen, a Republican, won the seat. Democrats lose one seat lowering their tally while the brutal majority remains 69, not 70.

T. J. Wilburn Atkinson Wm. A. Allen

More Than Enough Is Too Much

Health notice advises a nature person needs only enough food to repair waste and supply energy. Overeating is linked to stomach troubles rheumatism and kidney disorders. Suggests revising diet and using Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets sold by F. G. Fricke & Co.

Chamberlain F. G. Fricke & Co

Taunton Virginia town adopts business manager system

A Virginia town of Staunton with 12 000 residents appoints a business manager to run city purchasing contracts and municipal operations for one year. The manager reports to a council and is elected by the mayor and council, improving efficiency and cutting costs like stone contracts to seventy one cents per yard versus two dollars prior.

Taunton Hyver Staunton Virginia

Leidigh Denies Speaker Candidacy Rumor in Omaha Paper

Omaha paper claimed George W. Leidigh is a candidate for speaker of the House. Leidigh calls the report a lie, says he supports Charles Pool of Tecumseh, and asserts he never spoke to anyone about the matter.

Omaha George W. Leidigh House of Representatives Leidigh Charles Pool Tecumseh

Odd Case Opens Over Insurance Funds Sanction

In county court Attorney AM Gering sues Marie Svehla on behalf of Carl Micek seeking 545 owed by Frank Svehla. An order of attachment and garnishment is sought as Svehla is believed to conceal assets and may remove property. The case hinges on whether insurance funds to widows and orphans may be used for other purposes.

Matthew Gering Marie Svehla Carl Micek Frank Svehla Western Boheminan Protective Association Willian Holly Bohemian Lodgee Molly

Curious ties in election hint at party realignment

Unofficial state returns show prohibition party governor votes nearly 2000 fewer than four years ago while overall prohibition votes on other offices approach that year’s totals. Democratic candidate leads with some belief the prohibition vote shifts to Democrats amid temperance appeals. Teeter's prohibition bid for governor tallies 4464 votes. Four years ago prohibition electors totaled 6323. Socialists fare poorly with 3068 for governor versus 7412 previously. Total combined party vote reaches 271,296.

Prohibition Party Elmer Thomas Omaha Anti-Saloon League Sheldon Prohibition Teeter

Also Mentioned on This Page

Thomases Clarinda Poultry, Butter and Eye Company Plattsmouth Ena Ic Se Kodak Crazy Man Big Evans Presbyterian Church J. H. Salsbury W. J. Streight The Presbyterian Brotherhood Presbyterian Church of F Plattsmouth Rev J. MW. Salsbury Theos Pollock Ramsey A. Rawls J. G Hanks G. L. Farley G. L. Asemissen W. J. Warga Blo. McElwam W. m. Elster W. Bk. Cooper C. A. Phillips B. F. Shopp Wan. McCautney S. St. Shumaker P. K. Stuifner A. M. Searle J. M. Roberts J. D. Douglas J. N. Wise G. K. Staats J. H. Donnelly Jas. Robertson O. C. Dovey W. K. Fox Henry Zuckweiler W. L. Cooper C. A. Rawls W. C. Ramsey Brotherhood Garrison Frank Garrison Weeping Water Stella Robbers Wolcott Mr. Garrison Tom Washington Herald Law N Dean John Bauer
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