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Ktb. state Hilton, C4J So be patteitioutb Journal. SEMI-WEEKLY EDITION EIGHT PAGES VOLUME XXX PLATTSMOUTI1, NEBRASKA, MONDAY MAKCH 6, 1911 NO 19 I1 JILL NEBRASKA FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF HER SISTER STATES The Legislature Should Not Hesitate One Moment in Appropriat ing Money to Advertise Resources of This Great State. Whether the (arts about Nebraska which must be published ' broadcast to attract investors and settlers are to be placed before the people interested in an intelligent and systematic man er during the next few years, seems mow to depend on what the finance wnimittce of the present legislature does with house roll No. 189. This is a bii. by MeKelvIe of Lancaster to rlace $25,000 in the hands of the state board . of agriculture, which board is to create a bureau of pub licity and immigration and hire a competent manager. This movement was started by the State Association of Commercial Clubs and has the endorsement of hixty-flve clubs In Nebraska, including the largest ones in the state. Following this the commercial clubs secured the support of 112 Ne braska newspaper and the Nebraska Press association put its approval on the bill as an organization. Then the real estate men of the state followed. The Omaha and Lin coln Ad clubs, composed of men who know the good results of systematic advertising, took the matter up and have been working to secure some euch measure which would make Ne braska the equal of the states sur rounding it. This publicity and Immigration bureau proposition seems to have friends enough, but in the mass of legislation pending seems to have Veen lost sight of for some reason. The finance committee will be told what other states are doing. Mis w)url passed a similar bill two years ago, and when it was learned the funds were not available, Governor Hadley took the matter up with some big business interests and they con sidered it so Important that the banks of St. Louis and Kansas City ut up the money and the work was atarted. Get 1,(M)0 Immigrants. Minnesota has an immigration de partment, and Just a year ago an Omaha pubkJty and promotion man-lne degired. ager was hired. As a resut of an ex penditure of J 12,000 more than 19, 000 people were brought to the state of Minnesota. This i3 a known fact from keeping track of the household goods on the St. Paul transfer, and Gorernor Eberhart of Minnesota is now after an appropriation of ?50, 000 per annum. North Dakota ha3 spent $20,000 in the past two years and has secured 6,000 settlers as a direct result of the expenditure. It is well known thnt Kansas spends from $15,000 to $20,000 per annum and is getting results. Iowa business men are demanding $100,000 for the saire work and will raise about half of it by public sub scription. The finance committee will be told that west of Nebraska states are spending from $25,000 per annum upward, and in California an assess ment Is made to enable each county to have $10,000 for advertising and immigration work. While the amount asked In Ne braska seems 6mall in proportion to what other states are doing, the promoters and immigration agents who have been in the game of mak ing states and cities known, say $25,- ' 000 will be sufficient to organize the bureau, collect better agricultural and industrial statistics and put out some needed publications. The rail roads of Nebraska have offered to take these facts when compiled by the new bureau, and give them tremendous ctreualtlon. The Union Pacific company now has the names of 125,000 inquirers about land3 in the states along its lines and wants more about Nebraska. It will be urged by those Interested that the measure Is no party Issue, of benefit to no particular clr.ss, but one which will bring settlers to the state and attract the attention of in vestors promising everything from farmers with less than $1,000 of per sonal wealth to men who will build the Interurban railroads so much to Will Visit Filoiuls in Iowa. From Thursday' Pally Last evening Miss Mildred Fore man of Salem, Iowa, who has for soni9 time bom visiting at the home of A. J. Ingrim at Arvada, Wyoming, came In on the Burlington evening train and visited at the home of M. S. Briggs until the arrival of No. 10, the midnight train of the Burlington go ing east, when she continued lier journey home. Miss Crete Briggs ac companied Miss Foreman as iar as Chariton, Iowa, from whence she went to Indianola, Iowa, where she will visit with friends for some two weeks, and upon her return will be accompanied by her grandmother, Mrs. Joseph Ozbun, who will make an extended visit with her daughter, M"s. M. S. Ilriggs, and family. m STULL " I W. C. T. II. EDO TV INSTITUTE Large Number Present and Most Interesting Meeting Held at the Methodist Church FORMER CASS COUNTY GIRL MARRIED AT GRAND ISLAND Much to the surprise of our itizens, Miss Adda Rockwell was larrled Wednesday, February 23, 1911, in Grand Island, to Mr. Joy iipple, a young man who ha3 been .uite devoted in his attentions and a frequent visitor to Weeping Water. Miss Rockwell, as the Republican recently announced, departed for her fcome in Lamar, Neb., but it seems topped at Grand Island to visit, and H was there that the notion took fast bold on them tobecome man and wife without delay. The wedding took place at the M. H. parsonage and only a few wit nessed the ceremony. The bride expects to go home soon nd make her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Rockwell, a visit and then re turn to Grand Island to reside. She toas already become acquainted with iw many of the people at Grand Island that she Is very much attached to the rtty. While we know but little of he groom, he Is a flno appearing young man and has a host of friends in the hope-to-become capital city of the state. The bride is a Cass county girl, and the family up to a year ago resided here, when they purchased land in Chase county. She Is a re ined, sensible young lady, educated for home duties and her every ac quaintance here is a friend wishing them a Joyous and prosperous mar ried life Weeping Water Republican. (ruiiripu Graves. We note from the World-Herald of this morning that Harry Graves of the Union Ledger is the happy father of a bouncing baby girl. The stork has been very kind to Iiarry in depositing at his home a daughter Instead of a son. Attorney C. L. Graves, by the advent of the little lady, becomes grandpa, and It Is our guess, when the news was first received, he ran to the rain barrel and yelled down Into It with all his might, "Grandpa! Grandpa!" to hear how it would sound. May the little lady live long and always be happy. Born and Reared in TKi3County Where He Has Hosts of Sorrowing Friends. From Thursday's Pally After an illness of two weeks with pneumonia, Henry Stull died at his home, three miles north of this city, at near the hour of 2 o'clock this morning. The deceased was born July 12, 1870, on the farm where he died, having lived all of his life within Cass county. His illness was due to a cold contracted in watching by the bedside of his ascd mother, Mrs. Fred Stull, who is now past 76 years of age, and recently has been-seriously ill. About eighteen years ago Mr. Stull was marlred to Miss Slrena Taylor, and of this marriage six children sur vive, their names are: Slrenn, Fred die, Nettie, Henry, Ray and Alva, the youngest being about C years of age. Mr. Stull's wife died over five years ago, and lie was married a second time about four years ago to Miss Mattle Hlgley, who survives him. The deceased 13 survived also by his aged mother, two brothers, Fred of Jennings, Louisiana, and J. Law rence Stull of Plattsmouth, and two sisters, Agatha Stull of Spokane, Washington, and Mrs. Amelia Monroe of Plattsmouth. The absent brother and sister were notified by wire early this morning and arrangements for the funeral and the day and hour, as well as the place of burial, will be announced after hearing from them. Mr. Stull was an Industrious, hard working man, straightforward and honest in all his dealings, and, hav ing grown to manhood in this vicin ity, had- a large circle of acquaint ances in and about Plattsmouth, where he will be greatly missed. Moving to tlio Country. William Otterstein and family, who bave been residing on Winterateen Hill for the past several years, were engaged In moving their household effects to the John Bergman farm near Mynard yesterday, at which place they expect to make their home for the coming year. Mr. Otterstein was a pleasant caller at this office this morning and asked us to con tinue sending hlra the daily, but to wnd It In the Mynard bundle, In order that ho might keep posted on the dally happenings. LAW PERTAINING TO GIFT ENTERPRISES NOT PASSED Mr. R. M. Schlaes ha3 been In vestigating the passage of the bill preventing the giving of prizes vfith tickets and the like and finds that the statement that the bill had passed and had been signed by the governor was a little premature. The bill has not yet passed the senate, and when it does pass, the probability la that there will be no emergency clause at tached. Until such a law is passed and takes effect the manager of the Majestic will present each lady buy ing a ticket for the show on Tuesday evenings with a silver spoon identical with those heretofore presented to his lady visitors. ScKInIi legislation. Few people are aware of the fact that some of the legislation that gets upon the statute books was put there out of personal spite. Ono law that may be found there seeks to make newspaper subscriptions uncollecta hie if the paper Is sent after the time for which it was ordered, no matter whether the patrons receive It or not. Such a law would not likely stand the test of the courts, because It violates a fundamental principle of equity. It was fathered by a man who had had trouble with one of the editors In his homo town over an overdue subscription account. FAREWELL RECEPTION BYLOUIS!IILLEiW:C.U A few days ago the ladies of the W. C. T. U. of Louisville gave a re ception for their president and sec retary, who are soon to leave the vicinity. Mrs. Miles, the president, goes to Fullerton, Neb., and the sec retary, Mrs. Sumstrlm, to the western part of the state. The farewell was held at the home of Mrs. Alloway, who was assisted In entertaining by her daughter, Myrtle. A very In teresting program, consisting of In strumental and vocal solos and speeches by different members of the organization. It was Red Letter day and the program was turned over to Miss Shryoek, the Red Letter day president. Luncheon was served and a general social hour enjoyed. Dur ing the course of the reception a set of silver fruit knives was presented to Mrs. Miles and a silver fruit spoon to Mrs. Sumstrlm. Visiting at tlio ltosoiK'i'aiiH Home. Mrs. E. T. Hughes and daughter, Gretna, of Patte Center, Neb., are visiting their sister and auntie, Mrs. W. E. Rosencrans, for a few days. It will be remembered that some time ago Aunt Cora, after having visited at tho Rosencrans home for a day was chaperoned to the depot by Rosey to take the train for Omaha. Fifteen minutes later she found that Omaha had either left for parts unknown or something else had happened, as the brakeman hollered, 'Taclfic Junc tion." After a few hours of peace and loncBomeness In the city she was able to catch another train to her destination. From Friday's tlnlly. The first County Institute of the present year was held In this city yes terday at the M. E. church. Several of the officers of other unions failed to bo present on account of change of the date from last week, but some of them sent in their papers, which were read by Mrs. L. A. Moore, among which was an excellent paper by Mrs. Sunstrum of Louisville and ono by Mrs. Dr. Butler of Weeping Water. Rev. Cade gave the morning Invoca tion and a short but eloquent talk, which was highly appreciated by tho unions, as he complimented them by saying that it did not interfere with the usefulness In church work, but added enthusiasm for reformatory measures. Mrs. Kerr pave a very pretty speech of welcome to the visitors, which was responded to by the county president, Mr3. Miles. Mrs. Stribling of Louisville read a paper on the L. T. L. and the necessity of com mencing the education of the child at the cradle and on to the adult if we would secure good Christian tem perance citizenship for the future, which was hearily endorsed by all. Mrs. Klrkpatrtck of Nchawka then took tlio floor and rehearsed what had been already done and laid out the work for the coming convention In the fall. We must not forget the delightful service of our, musical friend, W. A. Howard, who led tho singing of temperance songs and sang several solos and one duet with Mrs. L. A. Moore, who presided at the piano. After the dosing of the morning ecssIoii, with the benediction by the pastor, the ladies, all carrying baskets of good tilings, invited the entire audience to their headquarters at the home of Mrs. Jennie Schlldkneeht, fc a delicious luncheon was served, with hot tea and coffee, aud during the Intermission before tho afternoon session the ladles enjoyed a good visit with each other. -The most interesting topic of tho afternoon was given by Miss Annie Heisel, well known and popular teacher In the city schools, on the methods used in teaching the little ones scientific temperance, having re lation to health and morals and plyslology In the higher grades for the purpose. Mrs. Klrkpatrick read a very witty paper called a handful of leaves, taking off the sterner sex in relation to her department of suf frage. Mrs. Vandercook followed In a more serious tone on her depart ment of medical temperance and Its effects on inheritance. Miss Margaret Thomas gave a very Impressive read lng about a railroad tragedy in con sequence of the Intoxicated engineer, and as each alternated with some good old fashioned singing of Mr. Howard, In which could be heard every word beside the music. The afternoon passed all too quick ly and it was supper time, but not be fore they had listened to a very able address by Rev. Austin, telling them what they should do before and after they had gained the right to vote. The evening program was kindly donated by home talent, with which Plattsmouth is so bountifully sup plied, and the members of the union are greatly Indebted for the musical part contributed by Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Wescott, Mr. and Mrs. II. S. Aus tin, Mrs. Mae Morgan, Mrs. Arthur Troop for her violin solo and several others whoso names we failed to get We owe obligations to Jessie and Marie Robertson, Mildred Cummins Vest Douglass and Miss Maude Kuhney for their readings. The members of the unions thank you ono and all for so kindly giving us so much pleasure. Rev. Ratcllffe offered the Invocation and Rev. Austin pro nounred the benediction at the after noon session. (ih'8 to Chicago. ( Councilman D. O. Dwyer departed , this afternoon for Omaha, where he boarded the Northwestern for Chi cago to look after some important business matters of a legal nature. Saturday night Mr. Dwyer will at tend a banquet at tho La Salle hotel, given to the alumni of the Northern Indiana normal college, of which Mr. Dwyer Is a graduate. Mr. Dwyer at tended a similar function ten years ago, when there were 500 sat down to the table, and he expects a much bigger attendance at the present affair. TR01 S AMY Is Cut Down in His Young Man hood by Pneumonia. From Frlilny'B Pnlly. Oscar llalstroin, the 19-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Ualstrom, residing on South Sixth street, died this afternoon about 1:30. Tho young man had only been sick a few days, first beginning to compalin on last Saturday. It was supposed at first that ho had a hard cold, but soon a physician was sumoned, who pro nounced the disease pneumonia. His condition was not considered danger ous until yesterday, since which time It grew steadily worso until tho end rame at the time above stated today. He was a member of tho Y. M. B. C. of the M. E. church and was at Sunday school ono week ago last Sun day, and when taken sick last Sunday had started to Sunday school, but be fore reaching the church felt so badly that ho returned to his home. PROSPECTS FOR WHEAT AND FRUIT Many Are of the Opinion That the Prospects Are Very Bright for Both. In spite of sundry pessimistic forecasts with reference to crop and fruit prospects, those who are in close touch with the situation throughout this section are feeling very sanglne. In speaking of the present eonditlou, the Trade Review of Lincoln says: During tho last week thero has been widespread rainfall throughout . the entire territory west of tho Mis souri river, a rainfall that In tho Da kotas became a heavy fall of snow. So far as Nebraska and Kansas are concerned the mid-winter storm was most welcome. For months there has been a deficiency In the rainfall and tho protection of the great winter wheat crop demanded moisture. While for tho crops to come nothing could bo more propitious for tlio pitt ing In of crops In tho spring that the present rainfall that has put tho ground In fine condition. Winter wheat Is going through now tho ti mo of seeding. Between this and the middle of March nothing but excessive heavy freezing can Injure It. The more common danger of drought and high March winds has been wiped out by the heavy rainfall. If tho March winds come they will find the ground so saturated that tho roots of the crop will be protected and the moisture Is sufficient to start the early spring growth even If rain fall does not follow for some weeks to conic. It Is worth noting also that the Oscnr had been an enipolyee of tho Burlington for some, working In the J largeness of the corn crop of the Year local shops. Ho was a clever young man, possessing a bright mind, apt In lenmlng and remarkably Intelligent. Ills disposition was kind and penerous and ho had acquired a large Ircle of young friends who will deep ly mourn his untlnie death. Oscar Is survived by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. John Ualstrom, one brother, Elmer Ualstrom, and one sister, Alpha. The funeral will occur Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Methodist church. THE SOCIALIST IEIG VERY WELL ATTENDED From FrMnv'H Pally. The socialistic meeting at 1 oates hall last night was well Attended by an enthusiastic audience. The orator of the evening, ex-Mayor John C. Chase of Haverhill, Mass., entertained and Instructed his listeners for an hour and thirty minutes In a most pleasing manner. The speaker of the evening was preceded by Mr. Charles Martin, who Introduced Mr. Chase in a twenty minute speech. Mr. Martin reviewed the conditions of tho laboring people of the past and present and touched up the political .parties which have shaped the policies of government, In "Charlie's" own realistic fashion. Mr. Chase was then Introduced as a socialist who had been for two suc cessive terms mayor of the city of Haverhil, a city of 40,000 population. Mr. Chase Bpoke on the "Philosophy of Socialism and Its Possibilities." The lecturer's manner of delivery was pleasing and he proved himself to be a strong reasoner, Indulging In no abusive language, but appealed only to the sense of Justice of hla listeners. At the close of the lecture a social ist local was organized with a mem bership of twenty-one names append ed to the list, with a prospect of mak ing it 100 within a very short time. The only office chosen so far was Charles Martin to the office of sec retary and treasurer. There will bo another meeting one week from last night at the council chamber, and other announcements will be made later as to the further perfecting of the organization. greatly depends on the way It Is planted and the conditions of tho ground at the planting season. Tha work of preparing the corn ground will not bo delayed at all this coming spring because of lack of moisture. The fiiut crop, which has becotno an important factor In the annual pro duction of Nebraska, has not ns yet received any Injury. The coldest weather that we hav had the present winter has come at a time when fruit could stand If without injury. FRANK BOYD REMOVES TO ABUSA, 101 The Journal regrets to chronicle the departure of one of Plattsmouth's old-time and highly respected citizens, Frank Bojd and family, who have decided to make a change. Mr. Boyd has leased his residence prop erty for a yar'and is loading a car with his household furniture aud other personal property. Mr. Boyd Is moving to Anamosa, Iowa, where his eon, Roy, has been employed In a garage for a year. Mr. Boyd and son have purchased the garage, wlilcn will be operated by Roy. Mrs. Boyd will reside in Anamosa and look after the house keeping for her son, while Mr. Boyd will go to Arkansas and look up a real estate deal which he has been considering for some time. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd have been resi dents of Plattsmouth for thirty years and have a large circle of friends In this vicinity who will be sorry to have them go away and will ever wish them success In their new home. Witli Kclwaid Itynott Co. Earl Hassler, who graduated from the Crelghton School of Pharmacy last Week, has accepted a position as prescription clerk In the drug store of Edward Rynott & Co., starting In today. Mr. Hassler's many friends here will be pleased with the an nouncement that he Is to remain In the city, and with his ability and genial disposition will undoubtedly make a success In his chosen profession. Mm. .Joel Aiulei ws Very Low. Mr. William Barclay returned last evening from Friend, Neb., where he was called a few days ago by tho critical Illness of his mother, Mrs. Joel Andrews. Tho condition of the patient, on Mr. Barclay's departure from Friend yesterday, was not much changed and his mother was still very low and not expected to recover. F. E. Doty went to Omaha on the Ah Much Your Fault as Ours. Occasionally we. are unable to give full particulars concerning some. Im portant occurrence and the oversight Is not always the fault of the editors. When a marriage license Is Issued wo can easily ascertain the fact from tho county Judge's records, but as to tlmo and place of solemnizing the marriage we are quite often left In the dark. If our friends would take the time and pains to call us over the 'phono and Impart tho necessary information we woud feel deeply grateful and tho public would gain correct knowledge. In County Court. Judgo Doeson was engaged today tn tho hearing of a petition for the appointment of an administrator for the estate of the late Levi C. Pollard of Nchawka, who died about Ave years ago. Mrs. Tollard, the peti tioner, was In court, represented by Attorney C. E. Tcfft of Weeping Water. The cstato Is composed of a large amount of real estate iu this and other counties In Nebraska, Tho morning train today, where he was J court fixed the time of hearing claims called on business. at April 4 and October 4.