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About The Plattsmouth journal. (Plattsmouth, Nebraska) 1901-current | View Entire Issue (Dec. 13, 1901)
THIS IS THE Home of the Smoking Jacket AXD THE CHRISTMAS NECKTIE In fact it's the home of Christmas Bargains m all kinds of Gents' Fine Furnishings. When you're Christmas calling, call on us. Wescott & Sons Eagle From the Deacon. The Eagle telephone company or ganized last Saturday evening- with the following officers: President, A. C Adams; vice president. F.Clements: secretary, S. A. Morrison; treasurer, O. W. Venner; board of directors, II. G. Wiggins, J. H. Latrom, A. L. Mc Donald, G. F. Keefer, Geo. Trunk enblolz, James Beardsley and Wm. Sharp. The committee will at once order supplies and get the line under way. George Keefer was elected superintendent of construction. There arc nineteen members already in the company in town, besides about ten on the farmers line. Etta Crabtree was elected to teach the sixth grade in the Weeping Water schools. She has been one of Eagle's most popular teachers, and her many County Will Not Assist. The board of county commissioners have decided that the county will m t assist the city in making repairs at the pest house At a meeting of the city council two weeks ago it was de cided to ask the county to share thr expense of repairing the building, and at the meeting of the commissioners on December 4th the matter was brought up and discussed. When it wa3 voted on Commissioner Falter voted in ravor or helping make ti e repairs and Commissioners Cox and Zink against, thus refusing the re quest of the city council. The pest house is the property of the county, having been paid for out of the county treasury, but the city has a lease on the property for ninety- nine years from the time it was built about eighteen years a?o, during the smallpox epidemic here. Culled From the Courts. The November term or district court was concluded on last Friday afternoon, and court adjourned until some time in January. The dates for holding court for the year 1902 will soon be announced. In the case of Emma F. Walker vs. Mary Fitzgerald, a tax foreclosure case involving the property at the corner of Fifth and Vine streets, the former home of John Fitzgerald, a motion for a new trial was argued and submitted and overruled. The sale of the premises to Mrs. Walker was con tinued and deed ordered to purchaser. The sheriff was ordered to place the purchaser in quiet ' possession of the premises, to all of which the defendant excepts. The hearing of the suit for divorce of Mrs. Menzie Boedeker vs. Charle II. Boedeker was continued on Friday morning. Mrs. Boedeker sappiication for divorce was denied, her petition was dismissed for want of equity, to which she duly excepts. The defend ant was ordered to pay the fees ol his witnesses. Forty days are given for the plaintiff to file bill of ex ceptions, the supersedeas bond being fixed at $50. In the case of Joseph Ilohenshall vs. Jonathan B. Quinn et al., a dispute over the dividing line between some land, the court found Tor plaintiff and Itcided that the true boundary line between the premises was where tLe tine fence stood from lfc84 to 1900. John Reich filed a petition f r divorce from AnnaM. Reich on irU; y. He alleges that he was married to the defendant in April, 1896; that on four different occasions she committed adultery with men unknown; that she is a I abitual drunkard and that often she relumed to her home and fireside in a drunken condition: that she was Shoes and Weather You want good shoes for bad weather. We have the shoes, and the weather is due and coming. Customers put off buying until in urgent need of footwear, and then rush off and make foolish pur chases. Come at your leisure, and buy good, long-time-wearing, fine appearing, splendid fitting shoes. Don t wait until you are on your uppers, but come today. Jos. Fetzer No. 411, North Side Main Street Valuable Trading Stamps Free. We give one stamp with each lOcent purchase. These stamps are valuable and can be had at many of the leading stores in Plattsraouth. Our's Is the only book store where you get stamps. Don't forget the stamps when you want dolls, books, cut glass, china, sterling silver and ebony goods. The extent of our line will please you. Lebn huff's book store. Try '-Gut Ileil" cigars, five cents. Stolen Team is Located The sheriff's office was notified by telephone message from Union on Sun day morning that a team of horses had been stolen from the pasture of Eugene Pickett near Union during the night before. Deputy Sheriff McBride attended to the matter of locating the missing team at once, and telephoned a description of the horses to all the nearby towns and requested the officers at these places to be on the lookout for them. Sunday afternoon he re cei ved a telephone message from Ham burc. Iowa, to the effect that a team answering the description of the mis;' ing one had been sold there, and after wards shipped to Kansas City. Tuesday afternoon Mr. McBride received a telephone message from Mr. Pickett that he had recovered the team at Kansas City. Thus far no clue has been obtained to the thief w ho took the horses. Twenty Pounds of Sugar for $1 At M. Fanger's Department store. To Whom It May Concern. The year 1901 is fast drawing to a close and in order to begin the new year aright it is desired that all ac counts should balance, hence all parties knowing themselves to be indebted to me will confer a great favor by calling at their earliest conveniei.ee and set tling. Respectfully, Jno. 11. Cox. "Gut Ileil," and 'Tride of Flatts moutb," five cent cigars, and '-Silver Wreath" ten cents. Manufactured by OttoWurl and sold by all first class dealers. Old Ben Hart, a well known char acter around Plattsmouth for many years, has been taken to the countj poor house, he having no visible or in visible means of support and being in destitute circumstances. -HEADQUARTERS FOR EVERYTHING Useful hi Ornamental Christmas Gifts i ,j i ... i x..cuu, uC.c a.cBiau to licar oi uerj Dr. Rose's kidnev and liver cure is aeservea promotion. guaranteed to cure all kidney and In some manner a report has been liver troubles or money iefunded. Sold circulated that the Beacon has been j only by Ge ring & Co. For the Holiday Trade L. B. EGENBERGER Ha3 a complete line of good things for your Christmas Dinner Gold Medal Carpet Sweeper. Candies, Nuts, Raisins, Mince Meat, Pickles, Celery, Fruits Christmas Candies from 5c per pound and up. An Elegant Line of Fancy Chinaware Verv Suitable for Christmas Gifts. A FEW SEASONABLE SUGGESTIONS A Pocket Book or Chateline Bag. A Fur Collarette or Muff. A Silver Mounted Umbrella. An Elegant Moquette Rug. Pair of Queen Quality Shoes. A Pair of Ladies' or Men's Slippers. After a Careful Inspection of our House Jackets SANTA CLACJS Pronounces them The Best in the Market it might be to your interest to satisfy yourself as to his judgment We are having a great run on our fIDen's Oolf Gloves anb JSos' ilDufHers FOR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. MORGAN The Leading Clothier 502 Main Street Warrant Out for Joe Brodback. The Cedar Creek feud between the houses of Pries and Brodback has broken out again, and a warrant is out for the arrest of Joseph Brod back, who will have to appear before Justice Archer and furnish bond to keep the peace toward Max Pries. These parties have bad considerable trouble in the past, and when Pries learned that the Broad be ks had another dose of trouble saved up for him he hastened to Justice Archir's court and swore out a paace warrant. A box of nice stationary only 4c at d anger's Department store. Wm. Lautenslager, an old man of bibulous habits has become such an awful nuisance around town that be lias been furnished winter quarters at the c 'Unty poor farm. He was found Nehawka From the Keglster. Last Saturday night as Geo. Rey nolds was on his way home, he caught sight of a big possum running down the road, and took after it. He man aged to get It cornered and made It captive George brought It up town, and had quite a lot of sport with the boys. It tipped the scales at nine and three-fourths pounds. L. E. Stone purchased eighty acres of land from Chas. Brandt. In the deal Mr. Braiidt becomes owner of Lester's house. Men are now at work on the new elevator, which II. M Tollard is build ing, and we hope to soon see a nice new structure which will be a credit to the town. It will be built on the same lot w here the old one stood, and will lying on Main street in a druuken ! be about the tame size. The founda- condition on Sunday and was taken to tion and the pit will soon be completed, jail. He is destitute and the county ! and then the work of the carpenters board admitted him to the poor farm, will commence. We are triad to see Imported and Domestic Sonr and Sweet Wines An Elegant Assortment of Ebony and Sterling Silver Novelties from ten cents up. sold to L. R. Ostran. For the benefit of all we will say that said report is false. No one has a single dollar in vested in the Beacon except S. A. Morrison who owns the office and build ing in which the Beacon is published. The town board at their regular meeting last Monday night, elected John Robothani to the vacancy in the board caused by T. R. Prey resigning. Mr. Prey is going to move out of town. A telephone franchise was granted to the Eagle telephone company. The members of the board enjoyed a fine oyster supper given by Cnairman Mc Donald and Clerk Venner Horses for Sale. A S, Will lias a number of horses for sale at reasonable prices matched teams or single driving horses. Discount Sale of Furniture. During the holiday season Pearlman will give a discount of thirty per cent from the present pricesofall fnmiture in his large stock. This is an unusual opportunity to buy excellent Christ mas gifts at low prices. This discount sale is genuine, and is made for the purpose of reducing stock. If you want a rocker, set of dining room chairs or table, bed room suite, or anything In the furniture line now is your opportunity to buy cheap. Shortens Line Three Miles. Three miles will be cut from the Burlington's mileage between Chicago and Omaha on Sunday next, because of new cut-offs in Iowa that will tl.en be in use. From C.iicagoto Omaha, by way of Platsmouth, the Burlington distance is 503 miles; on Sunday it wi.l be 500 miles; from Chicago to Council Bluffs, by way of Pacific Junction, the distance now is 493 miles; on Sunday It will be 493 miles. When the present cut-offs under way or planned in Iowa are finished seven. I more miles will be cut from the present distance. But the savh.u greater than mileage is the reduction of grades and the elimination of curves, toegether with the construction of the double track, which is a part of and the occasion ot the whole contract. Why Don't You Marry the Girl. You have burning the old governor 's fire and wearing out his furniture and carpets long enough. Will fix you out. SATTLEK FUKXITL'KE CO. Also toys and holiday goods. IN OUR GROCERY DEPARTMENT We bare a Beautiful Assortment of China Cups and Saucers, Berry Sets. Chocolate Jugs, Etc. The Best Assortment of Jardiniers in the City. Elegant Lamp3 from 2"c to S10.03 -E. G. DOVEY & SON- uerore ouying 3-our stove can on Ebinger Hardware company. They carry the best line on earth, such as the Radiant Home Acorn base burn ers, Quick Meal and Acorn ranges and Round Oak soft coal stoves. YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED To inspect tbe Largest and Finest Btock of Dolls, Toys and Games That ha3 ever been shown in town. Largest Variety of Every Description From Foreign and Domestic Manufacturers. Novelties Art Goods That have never before been shown in Plattsmoutb. All the Latest Books ) Linen Covered Books for Children from lc up. ARTIE: MELPS 418 Main Street, Plattsmouth guilty of extreme cruelty to plaintiff. having beaten and scratched him on vatious (.cessions, and that she is totally untitn d locat e for the children of his former wile. In the case of William J. Jones vs. the Duff (irain company the motion for a new trial was overruled on the condition that plaintiff tile remittance of Si 0 in fifteen days, the motion be- hig sustained unless such remittance bj made. The plaintiff excepts to the requirement of filing said remittance and to the conditional overruling of the motion for a new trial. In the case of 1. K. 13arr vs. Ira Tiukham et al., in which plaintiff sud lor attorney's fees, the court found for plaintiff and awarded a judgment for 8330, less 82o already paid. In the case of the State vs Joseph Sehasta the recognizance of defendant with surety was forfeited in open court and tne county attorney was or dered to bring action for said recogni zance unless defendant came into court and delivered himself to tbe officers therein within thirty days. Ullen Amas has filed a petition in district court in which she wishes a divorce Trom her i.usband, W. A. Amas. S e alleges in her petition that she was married to the defendant Decem ber 11, 1&9J; that in March, 1893, and twice during the present year the defendant has been guilty of extreme cruelty toward her beating and mis using her; that he has failed to provide for her wants and necessities and that at present be is a non-resident, being located In Missouri. She desires a divorce and alimony. The case of A. J. Beeson vs. T. Boedeker, a suit for 895 attorneys fees. was heard In Justice Archer's court on Tuesday morning. The defendant failed to appear and the plaintiff was given Judgment by default for the amount sued for. CALL. AT JAG HOUSE And Get a Good One NO HEADACHES In his Elegant Booze. Union The Red Front 515 Main Street PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA REMOVAL hudecek & Mcelroy Tailors Have removed to rooms Over Sherwood's Store ess Call and see us in our new quar- Up to and including Dec. 25th Ger- ing & Co. will sell you a "Kodak" at twenty per cent discount from cata ters, where we are better prepared than ever to serve vou. Come in and see our large line of sam ples, and leave yout order for a W9BB9 and nave them put away before they are all gone. J loifue price. Call tor a catalogue. 1 or overcoat. From tbe Ledger. The Dawson estate southwest of town was sold at auction at the court house in Plattsmouth last Wednesday bred loung was the purchaser, the price paid being $1,500. Mr. Young had no more than completed the purchase of the land when John Pearsley came along, and in a few moments they had made a deal whereby Mr. Pearsley bought Fred's forty acres, being the northwest quarter of the northeast quarter ol section 27-10-13. Tie consideration was $2,230. Mr. Pearsley has not vet decided as to when he will occupy the place. The Baptist aid society made a nice prafit on their Thanksgiving dinner and supper, the receipts being 834.05 R. E. Jones left last Wednesdpy morning for another trip to Pitrce county to look at some of the farm land in that country, and will buy if be finds a good farm at a reasonable price. Pat Murphy of Ackley, la., in at tempting to board a Missouri Pacific freight train Sunday arternoon, caught his right foot between the wheel and brake and had it severely crushed. The wounds were dressed and Murphy sent to Omaha. Murphy was enroute to Kansas City where he expected to work. Dr. J. B Uungate was down on last Tuesday and successfully defended his title to the championship silver cup in the shooting contest. B. F. Cowles meandered to the depot Wednesday, and inquiry disclosed the fact that be had packed his grip with full determination of going to Re haw ka. Silas Crosser of Murray, George Young of Plattsmouth, and Fred Crosser of Murray, passed here on the noon train last Tuesday bound, for Oklahoma. I have purchasers for farms. I have acreage near town for Kale and some ren B. WrpH. Phil Thierolf s Casino LOCAL AGENT Anhpuser-Busch Brewing Assn. IMFORTED SOUR Oberingelbelmer (red) per quart bottle, 11.50 Riersteiner (white) per quart bottle 1.00 St. Julien French Claret, per quart bottle... .75 IMPORTED SWEET Spanish Port, per quart bottle f 1.00 French Sherry, per quart bottle 1.00 DOMESTIC SOUR California (white) per quart bottle 1 .15 Stouehill, Mo., per quart bottle Z0 DOMESTIC SWEET California Port, per quart bottle t .6.1 California Sherry, per quart bottle 65 California Angelica, per quart bottle 65 Must be Sold at Once. A six room cottage in good repair. Income seven per cent, on 81,200, will be sold for $500. For sale an 800 acre farm, 400 acres under cultivation and other improve ment only 25 miles from Plattsmouth, three sets of buildings, $35 per acre. For sale 290 acres, 130 acres under cultivation, with pasture timber and water, all for $9,000 and within two miles of Plattsmouth. A farm of 400 acres, well improved for $fi0 per acre, in Cass Co. 2sebr. Ten acreage tracts, five to twenty acres each, near the city, for sale on easy terms. R. B. Windham, Plattsmouth, Reb. Nothing would be nicer or more In structive than a '-Kodak" for a Christ mas present. Gering & Co. sole agents. The board of county commissioners will select a successor to the late B. J. Ilerapel as custodian of the court house next week, and parties who want the Job should get their applica tions in early. The salary attached to the position is $50 during the summer months and $50 during the winter season. The board will not have any trouble in securing a man to accept the job. a nineteen applica tions have already been tiled. this, as It will make a better showing for Nehawka. A few men were layed off at the quarry this week owing to a slack of orders, but expect to resume work as soon as another large contract is ac cepted. G. V. Young and daughter left for Oklahoma last Tuesday morning, where Mr. Young goes to look after his farm interests. They will be gone some time The friends of J. I. Looker planned a surprise last Thursday as an honor to his thirty-eight birthday anniver sary. He was presented with a nice rocker as a token of esteem from bis many friends. Ten yards L. L. muslin only 39c; ten yards best prints only3yc; ten yards outing flannel only 39c, at M. Fanger's Department store. A squad of hunters engaged In a rabbit drive Sunday afternoon on the large sandbar in front of town. They formed a skirmish line entirely across the bar and then walked north through the willows and grass, driving the rabbits before them and out on tbe open bar near the water works pump house, where the slaughter took place, fifty-two rabbits were killed. Another Big Cloak Sale Of interest to those who have yet to boy their winter garment. We bought 150 Stylish and Extra Fine Quality Ladies' Misses' Cloaks Which we bought at GO2 on the dollar. We have received them and they are now on Special Sale. 25 Collarettes and Boas go with Special Lot Drop in and see how cheap we sell them to you. MILLINERY Prices are touching the bottom this week a big saving to you. SOLOMON & NATHAN r