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Nb. State Historical s0c. SEMI-WEEKLY EDITION EIGHT PAGES VOLUME XX VIII PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA. THURSDAY DECEMBER 10, ,190i NO 91 BIKES If E OF DIDQR RATIGHER 0 cass mm The Parties Arrested at Greenwood, the Wife Charged With t Bigamy and the Man She Married With Adultery. Last Saturday complaints were filed before County Judge Be,eson charging a woman named Florence I. Meyer alias Florence I. Smith alias Florence I. Hendryx alias Florence I. Wayen, with the crime of bigamy, and a complaint was also filed against Fred C. Hall charging him with, adultery. The complaint was filed by County Attorney Ramsey on the complaint of Charles R. Meyer, the husband of the woman. The complaint against her sets forth that they were married on April 14, 1908, In Scott's Bluffs county, Neb., and that the woman on October 30, 1909, entered into another marriage with Fred C. Hall before Justice Archer In this city, and that her husband, Fred C. Meyer, was still alive and had not been continuously absent or unheard from for the statutory period of five years. The complaint against Hall charges that he had been guilty of living In adultry with Florence I. Meyer from October 30, 1909, to December 11, 1909. Sheriff Qulnton went to Greenwood where the couple were living with Mr. Hall's parents, highly respected people of that place, and placed the man and woman under arrest, bring ing them back to this city the same evening. The husband of the erring wife came to the city yesterday from his home in Wyoming, where he has a large sheep ranch. The story of the breaking up of u home with its attendant pathetic features seems about as follows: Meyer met his wife and was married to her in April, 1908, in Scott's Bluff's county, this state, and they lived together as husband and wife in Wyoming where he has a ranch until August last, when she went to her former home In Minnesota for a visit. It was while on her way to Minnesota that she met Hall In Om aha and the couple seem to have come much attached to one another. Later she returned to her home In Wyoming and after a brief stay there she took a small child which was part of their family and left ostensibly for a visit with Meyer's sister. As she didn't return when expected, Meyer Investigated and found that she had not shown up at his sister's. He found, however, that she had left the child there. The husband at once started a search for his wife and she was finally lo cated in this city, where she had come and entered the employment of a local restaurant man as a cook. Chief Amick is said to have been largely Instrumental in locating the couple who were about the city for some little time previous to enter ing into the alleged marriage. Meyer was communicated with and asked that the parties be kept under sur veillance until he could come here to .prosecute them. The couple latei left this city and went to Green wood, where they commenced life as husband and wife. County Attorney Ramsey received a message from Meyer announcing that he would be here yesterday and the warrant was Issued and served by the sheriff In accordance with the understanding. This morning Meyer expressed a desire to meet his wife and have a talk with her and this was finally arranged, the woman fin ally being brought over from the jail where she had been confined since Saturday night, and an Interview ar ranged In the county attorney's of fice. In response to a question from . County Attorney Ramsey as to whether she cared to meet her hus band she declared emphatically she did not and stated further that she Johnnie Was tight. A pretty young schoolmarm who teaches In one of the rural districts of Cass county but resides In this city, is telling a funny Btory on her self that happened last week. She had some visitors on the afternoon In question, and she thought she would show them what a good class she had. Calling on a bright little fellow at the rear of the room she said to him: "Johnnie, if I give you two cents and your father gave you three cents, how much would you have?" would never have anything to do with him again. Questioned as to why she entered Into the second mar riage, she stated that she under stood she had never been legally married to Meyer. That he had told her repeatedly that she was not his wife but was merely his mistress, and that being the case she did not know she was breaking the law when she entered Into the other marriage. Later Meyer was brought into the room with her and the two allowed to see if they could not fix up the trouble. Meyer announced that he was willing to forgive his wife and forget the past and that he would not prosecure her nor appear as a witness against her. All he wanted was for her to go back home to the child and behave herself. It was quite evident from the young wo man's appearance after the interview that she had little use for him des pite his protestations of love and that she still clings to Hall. Hall Is still In jail and It Is said he has not seen the woman's hus band. The latter states that he does not know Hall and never heard of him until he Intercepted many let ters which he had written his wife. These letters are In the "possession of the county attorney and are said to reveal the complete plan to en tice Mrs. Meyer from her home by Hall. The woman In, the case is a rather large, heavy set young wo man, a pronounced blonde with blue eyes and light hair. She is not bad looking but still of no particular striking beauty or attractiveness. The two parties are represented In their defense by A. L. TIdd and If Is expected the preliminary hearing be fore Judge Beeson will take place today. Should the husband persist In his refusal to testify against the wife, there would be practically no chance" to secure a conviction and the same trouble would take place regarding the case against Hall, as the wife would not testify against him. The parties live In Wyoming and should they get away from here and return home it would be prac tically impossible to do anything with either of them. The husband appears to be only wanting his wife back and not to be actuated by a desire to punish either Mrs. Myer or Hall. . The hearing of Mrs. Meyer and Fred C. Hall charged with bigamy and adultery respectively, la to take place this afternoon, this having been agreed upon, between County Attorney Ramsey and Attorney Tidd for the prisoners. It is not thought the case will take any great length of time at the preliminary and It is believed the parties may plead guilty and throw themselves on the mercy of the court. The general opinion of the authorities seems favorable to giving the woman a chance to re form and to permit her to go on Dall and return to her husband, the case to be dropped If she remains with him and does not leave him again, otherwise the case to be rigorously prosecuted. At the preliminary hearing this afternoon both Mrs. Meyer and Hall waived examination and wehe held by Judge Beeson for trial In dis trict court. The bond of Mrs. Meyer was fixed at $200 which her hus band states he will give by deposit ing sufficient money In a bank here to secure bondsfen while that of Hall was fixed at $300 which he states he will be able to give. Hall was taken to jail after he had held a private talk with Mrs. Meyer while the latter was left In the custody of her husband. "Seven," promptly replied Johnnie. The teacher blushed painfully, but thought that she would try again. "You can't have understood me Johnnie. Now listen, and I will re pent the question. If I gave you two cents and your father gave you three, how much would you have?" "Seven," said Johnnie again, and with the same promptness. "I am surprised at you Johnnie," said the teacher. "How on earth would you have Bcven?" "I got two In me pock et," Bald Johnnie. 1 DUE AT FJ A Fine Time Enjoyed and the Woodman Orchestaa Won the Plaudits of All Present The dance given last Saturday night by George Horn at the hall in Cedar Creek was one of the best ever given there. Despite bad roads and uncomfortable weather there was a large attendance and everyone was more than pleased with the oc casion. The music was furnished by the Woodman Orchestra of this city, and was of the very highest order and was warmly endorsed by the dancers and by Mr. Horn. He states that It was much superior to the music furnished by the several Om aha orchestras he has had in the past and does not hesitate to re commend the orchestra for any dance. The orchestra is composed of Roy Holly, violin and manager; Anton Bajeck, drums; Stuart Janda, cornet; and Miss Pearl Mumm, piano. The music which they have been furnishing is such that the very best of reputation Is being made by the orchestra and it is in great demand. It plays tonight for the Royal Neighbors dance in this city. The party made the trip to Cedar Creek Saturday evening In a sleigh and started to return Sunday morning morning the same way but had a break down when near Fred Kehne's place and were compelled to secure a spring wagon to complete the Jour ney with. Fortunately there was no serious damage by the accident, al though It delayed the travellers a little. The members of the orches tra are loud in praise of their treat ment at the hands of Mr. Horn and the warm reception accorded their music by the dancers. Matrimonial Events. "LaBt"Saturday"'afternoon ' at the Methodist parsonage, Rev. Austin united in marriage Holmes S. Batch elder, aged 26, of Hamilton, Mont., and Miss Grace Davis, aged 21, of Scranton, la. The couple came to this city on the afternoon train Sat urday and secured the license, go ing at once to the parsonage and immediately after the ceremony, left the city for the groom's home at Hamilton. A marriage license was also is sued this morning to Tim Wooster, aged 21, and Miss Rosa Bowers, aged 19, both of this city. Theso young people are very well known here, the groom being a Bon of Frank Wooster and wife and a most estim able young man. The bride Is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Bowers and a refined and talented young lady. The many friends of these popular young people unite in extending congratulations and best wishes for a long and happy mar ried life. Mr. Wooster and Miss Bowers were united in marriage this after noon at the residence of the bride's parents by County Judge Beeson, the ceremony being performed In the presence of the immediate rela tives of the contracting parties. The happy couple departed on the after noon train for a brief trip, expecting to return to the city on Wednesday, after which they will go to Cedar Creek for a further visit with friends and later be at home In this city. Advertised Letter Lint. The following letters remain In the Plattsmouth postofflce uncalled for on this (December 13) date, and unless the same Is called for within a reasonable length of time, they will be sent to the Dead Letter of fice at Washington. In calling for same pleaso say, "advertised:" Mrs. Julia Elliott, Miss Lena Gunn, Mrs. Jane Price, Miss EIbIo Thels, Doc. Adams, Humphrey Bates, Lemuel Bishop, Chas. Dasher, W. F. Davis, Chas. Frollch, Geo. Elliott, Roy Ulcholson, Mr. l'earce, Edgar Spencer, Harve G. Turner, M. M. Turner. Mrs. Ed. .McMaken of Sheridan, Wyo., and Mth. Spencer G. rainier, her mother, of Keyston, S. D., who have been making a visit with Col. Henry C. McMaken and folks, de parted this morning for Omaha, where they will consult a specialist today concerning an effectlon of the ear. Visiting Friends. J. M. Craig, formerly of this city and vicinity but now located at Bur well, Neb., arrived in the city Sat urday evening for a' visit of several days with friends. Mr.' Craig has been engaged In farming near Bur well and has had very good success, having been blessed with an abund ance of crops, his corn crop being an especially good one this year and averaging about 35 bushels to the acre. The snowfall In that section Is fully as heavy as at this point and the roads like those here, are rough and in bad shape. PIONEER GU uiiyiisT The Funeral of William T. Cole . Largely Attended Sunday Afternoon at 2 O'clock. The funeral of the late William T. Cole was held yesterday after noon and was very largely attended, there being a great many of the friends of this respected citizen pre sent to pay a last mark of respect to the deceased. There were a great many floral marks of respect and esteem laid upon the bier, the tri bute of a large circle of sorrowing friends. Tbe funeral services were conduct ed by Rev. John T. Baird, for so many' years the pastor of the de censed. Rev. Baird preached a most eloquent sermon, one filled to the utmost with lessons drawn from the useful life of the departed, .and full of kindly cournge for the bereaved family. Rev. Baird spoke with much feeling and pathos In thus perform ing the last service for one so long his friend and so faithful in his christian devotion to the church. There were a number of . musical selections, they being the hymns which the deceased had so well liked during his life time. Despite the roads.'there was a long line of car riages forming the cortege to Oak Hill where the remains were laid to rest beside his sons who had pre ceded him to the better land. In connection with the life of the late Mr. Cole, It Is Interesting to know that he was a guard at the bier of President Lincoln when the chief executive lay dead In Washing ton, D. C. This highly Important fact Is not generally known. At the time the assassination occurred Mr. Colo was assigned along with other soldiers to serve as a guard and was an active participant in one of the great and most momentous events in the country's history. Died In Chicago. The shocking news of the death of his sister at Chicago, reached Ed. Ackerman last Saturday afternoon, the Information being conveyed In a telegram from his brother William of Havelock. No Information as to the cause was given. Mr. Acker man departed for Chicago on No. 2 Saturday evening, Joining his brother on the train at this point. In their sad berevament, the young men have the sincere sympathy of all who know them. They were much at tached to their sister whom they had not seen for sometime and this made the parting doubly sad. Homes for Two Boys. The Journal has been requested to try to secure homes for two boys, aged 13 and 10 years respectively. The mother of the lads wants them placed In a farmer's home if possible, convenient to school, where they can do chores for their clothing and keeping. Any good, reliable and re putable farmer can secure Informa tion as to the boys by Inquiring at this office. Will Ito to Honolulu. Mrs. Emma Wallace 'of 1320 South Sixteenth street, will leave on December 15 to Bpend the winter at Long Beach, Cal. She' will go with her father and mother and two sis ters. Isaac Pollard and two of his daughters, Mrs. Barnum and Mrs. Shotwcll, will visit Honolulu and then return to Long Beach for a time. Sunday State Journal. Goorgo Ilalmes and wife returned to this vicinity several days ago, af ter having been residents of north ern California for some months. They will make a visit with relatives for go mo little time before returning to their homo In the west. W QUIET There Wat No Action on the Part Good Feeling That Existed From Monday' Ially The meeting of the city council last evening was an harmonious one except for a wrangle over driving over the walk on Lincoln avenue near the shops by farmers coming to the city. During the bad weather of the past month th avenue became badly cut up and the mud was very deep. When it froze up the street was very rough and nearly Impass able for travel. Farmers and others driving into and out of the city by this route had gotten Into the habit of driving upon the walk where the footing was smooth and this has proven a great inconvenience to the travelers on foot. Mendenhall and several others of the fathers pro posed to put several posts into the ground along the walk and string barb wire on them to stop the prac tice. This proposition lead to an ani mated discussion participated In by Stelraker, Bookmeyer, Mendenhall and others and finally resulted in the adoption of a motion to put two posts into the ground at the point where the trouble occurred but not to put wire on them. Aside from this there was not much of Interest. The members were all present when Mayor Sattler rap ped for order except Dovey who was detained at his store by pay day busi ness. The minutes of the previous session was read and approved after which the reading of the several reports of the city officers was hnd. There were no communications or petitions on file. The report of the city treasurer showed approximately $4,300 in the treasury. The clerk's report showed that Dr Elster had collected the princely Bum of $14.50 during the month while 'Judge M. Archer reported six arrests and fines and costs collected to the amount of $4.00. The several fire department officers reported on the condition of CIVEJO HEALTH That is What Judge Beeson Says When You Have No Choice in the Matter. A good walk on a winter's day is something which County Judge, Bee son has always advocated as conduc tive to good health and the other day he put his preachings Into prac tice. The Judge and Will Strelght are also sportsmen of much experi ence and ability and they concluded they would take the latter's team and drive out toward Dick Strelght'a place north of the city and slaughter a few dozen rabbits for supper. They extended their trip west toward the Lawrence Stull property and intend ed to hunt along the valleys west of that place. Running up against a snow drift which they could not drive through, the Judge suggested he shoulder his trusty cannon and walk over to the valley where he would while away time In cannonad ing the wild beasts. Strelght was to drive back and come out the val ley road and pick up the Judge and the game. This was arranged and the Judge took his fowling piece and trudged off through the. snow. He wandered up and down the valley making the welkin ring with the re port of his gun and accumulating a scandalous amount of game. In fact, ho had Rip Van Winkle in his palm iest days backed off the boards as a hunter. The day waxed and then commenced to wano. The leaden sky was growing dark with the niantlo of approaching night, yet Strelght camo not. At last the Judge concluded to walk home and he did bo groaning under the weight of the gnme and scattering rnbblts hither and you to relieve his burden. Ho reached home footsore and hungry and the next day he went after Strelght. IIo found out why the looked for aid never came. After Mr. Strelght had started back ho came to a bridge which looked all right but in cros sing It, one of the horses stepped LAST EVEIIG of Any Member to Mar the Throughout the Session. the equipment of the several com panies, it being good In general, and the reports were all sent to the var ious committees for Investigation and check. Chief Amlck's report on arrests for the month coincided with that of Judge Archer, six being ar rested. This too, went to the police committee. Aside from the above matters about the only thing taken up was another effort by Councilman Dwyer to have the city attorney present at the council meeting to advise with the council and his insistence upon that official reportlug to the council on the legality of the charge being made for committment of offenders' to the Jail. This report was asked for, it Is claimed, several months ago but It has not yet been produced and Mr. Dwyer Insists upon It being brought in. The finance committee reported the following bills to go to the claims committee for Investigation: Neb. Light Co., lights $ 42.00 C. W. Baylor & Co., coal.. 8.25 Kroehler Bros., mdse 3.78 Cnss county boarding prison ers, November 28.60 The finance committee also re ported the following clulms which were ordered paid by the clerk: Platts. Water Co., hydrant rental $ 877.50 John Bauer, mdse 1.68 Ixiuls Roetter, labor 5.25 Dave Amick, snlary 50.00 M. Archer, salary. . ; 30.00 Neb. Light Co., light 1.45 Jas. Donnelly, salary 4.50 Jns. Marasek, labor 7.70 Albert Scuttler, labor.... 1.40 Neb. Light Co., lights 4.00 Public Library, ex 1.76 Olive Jones, Salary 25 00 Henry Trout, salary 50.00 Jas. Illckson, labor 14.70 W. II. Scott, labor 5.60 Into a hole and caught its hoof. It plunged about and Mr. Strelght had a hard time In getting It quiet. Ho finally did so and gently got out, un harnessing the animals so as to re lease the one caught if possible with out danger to it. Everytlme he tried to do anything with the animal it plunged and reared about and threat ened to break a leg. Finally a bril liant idea came to Mr. Strelght. He took a piece of the harness and strap ped the horses' head to the bridge. Then taking an oak fence post he pried up one of the planks on the bridge and after hard work released the animal. Tho leg was skinned up some but no bones were broken. Mr. Strelght was afraid to drive the ani mal too far and concluded to bring it home which he did, and had medical treatment for the Injured member at once. When the Judge heard the statement of the trouble he said he always believed In walk ing in the winter time as a fine exercise. Doc Young's New Htar. A grand presentation of a fine new star to Dr. H. M. Young, night mer chants' police, took place last Sat urday evening at Ed. Egenberger's. The gift was from admiring friends at the shops and was a work of art, being the finest product of the tin shop. While rather large It was pur posely made so In order that it might bo seen In the darkest night. The "doctor" has Instituted a reform In costume for tbe night men and wears the star attached to his coat tall. He was quite overcome when the room filled with his many friends and tho several presentation Bpeeches were made. He responded in a voice much affected and accepted the gift. Ow ing to lis Intrinsic value as well as the sentiment attached to the gift, the "doctor" does not wenr tho star In public but has It In Mr. Egen berger's mnmmonth stcci vault for sufe keeping. Mrs. E. C. Garrison and baby of Havelock, who have been visiting with her mother and brother at Ne hawka and Union, pimaed throuph tho city this morning on her way home.