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cb Stale Historical Soc raoutb Journal VOL. XXXIII. PLATTSMOUTH, NEBRASKA, MONDAY, APRIL 27, 1914. NO. 34. Platte THE DEATH OF JOHN G. BOONE, A FORMER RESIDENT Former Plattsmouth Man Dies at His Home at Logan, Iowa, Last Monday. From Saturday's Dally. The ne.s has just lxvn re ceived here today uf the death at his home in Licau, Iowa, of John C. Itiiunr, who fop years was on of the prominent figures in tin -i t of Plattsmouth up to the 1 1 r 1 1 - f hi- removal to Iowa about sixteen years api, where he has since resided. Mr. Hoone while a resident of this oily was engaged in the barber business, and coming: here shortly after the civil war, built up a most lucrative business in the city and for years resided al his home on vet Granite street and was one of the most energetic citi zens of this city. While Mr. Boone was a resident here he made many friends by his quiet and law-abiding position as a citizen, and while he was not of tlie same race as a majority of the residents here he was in every way a model man and his death will be learned with regret by his friends, who during; the years of his residence in this city learned to respect and admire him. The following- from the Liean Gazette gives a short ac count of the life of this most useful citizen and tientleman: John Columbus Boone died at his home in Logan on Monday evening-, April 20, aged 73 years and 7 days. Mr. Boone was born at South Bend. Indiana, April 13, 1841. He was a veteran of the civil war. enlisting- in Company K, 13th regiment. I. S. infantry, and reived during- the last thirteen months of the war. On Septem ber 21. 1871. he was married to Ann E. West at Glenwood. Iowa, and to them were born three children. Mrs. Alice M. Sceaver of Buxton. Iowa; Mrs. Nellie G. Woodard of Chicago, 111., and Mrs. Ota O. Bruce of Buxton, Iowa. His wife and Mrs. Sceaver and Mrs. Bruce were at his bed side when the summons came. Besides his wife and daughters, he leaves two grandsons. Mr. Boone was a member of Fuller post. Grand Army of the Re public, and at the time of his death wa commander of the port . Funeral services; were held at the Baptist church Wednesday afternoon, being- conducted bv the pastor. Rev. Callaway, the body was laid to rest in Logan cemetery. and the THE JOURNAL PUBLISHER IS THE POSSESSOR OF A "DETROITER" AUTOMOBILE The publisher of the Journal, R. A. Bates, Saturday received a line new livepas..enger 'De troit er' automobile from the T. II. Bollock company, and the new machine is a beauty and is equip ped in every way with all the latest appliances that makes the joy of auf omobiling-. This is one of the leading- makes of cars handled 'by Mr. pollock, and a similar car was also received at Omaha Saturday which will be sent to Lincoln, where William Jennings Bryan, the purchaser, will have it taken to his home, "Fairview," near that city. The secretary of state was in Detroit recently, and looking- over the machines, decided on the "De trotter" as the car that best suit ed him, and accordingly ordered one, which was sent to the Ne braska agent, Mr. Pollock, and will be sent on to Lincoln. For Sale. First-class alfalfa seed, at my farm, 5 miles north of Nehawka, Z. W. Shrader. 3-30-Gwks-w Matters in the County Court. From Saturdays Dany. This morning- in county eour the petition for the probate of the will of the late William Led dy. deceased, was brought up for hearing in the court and I he ap plication for the appointment o I he w idow. Mrs. William I.eddy and a sun. John Leddy, as the x- eculors of the estate and th prayer of the petition was grant ed by the court. A hearing- was also had in the court on the claims in the estaU of David Stettler. deceased, who died at his home near Alvo a few months ago. THE OLD WAT SOLDIERS DEAD Grand Army Post to Try and In terest Citizens in the Decora tion Day Services. The time is fast drawing near when the celebration of Memorial lay will again be before our peo ple and the citizens of Platts- mouui siioiuu maKe an eiiort in see that it is observed in a man ner fitting- for the heroes dead whose service was offered so freely for their country, and now when the far clouds hover over the republic it is fitting- that the day be more than usually observ ed. In the past few years this event has not been carried out with the spirit of former years, save among- a few individuals who look .after their own loved ones who are sleeping" their last long sleep in Oak Hill cemetery, and see that their graves are kept green and that a flower of mem ory is placed there on this day sef aside by the nation as a day of tribute to those gone before. The years that have thinned the ranks of the Grand Army of the Republic has caused the general public to loe sight of the spirit of the day which the old veterans did so much to foster when they were here, and in justice to tfie little band of heroic men here. who during" the civil war were at the front, the citizens and other organ izat ions should arrange to take hold of the observation of the day and see that the proper honor is paid Ihe memory of the old soldiers of both the blue and gray who sleep in the cemetery here, and to concecrate the day to the cause for which it was in tended. The Orand Army post here ex pects to take the matter up with the Commercial club to see if they cannot be induced to take part in the observation of the day. and if their efforts are successful there will be an observation of the day here thai will loner be remember ed as a beautiful tribute of a grateful people to its defenders. FANGER DEPARTMENT STORE AT MISSOURI VALLEY GOMES HERE The depart ment store of Ibis city has just closed a deal where by they secure the entire stock of dry goods, clothing- and gents' furnishings, as well as the mil linery stock of the M. Fanger store of Missouri Valley, Iowa, and the goods are being- moved here, where they will be placed on sale soon. The stock of the Missouri Valley store will be of fered at such extraordinary low prices as to be in the reach of everyone, and there will be one of the big-gest opportunities ever offered for the people of this city to secure bargains at bed-rock prices, as it is desired to close the stock out at once and not carry anything- over. This is a chance that will be looked forward to by the careful buyer and the advance announcements of the sale will be given in a few days through the columns of this paper. REMEMBERING YODNG W OF GREAT PROMISE IS DROWNED Son of Former Plattsmouth Lady Drowned in Mississippi River at La Crosse, Wisconsin. f'rom Saturday's Dally. vesieruav the news was re- cejed here of the death by drowning- at La Crosse, Wiscon sin, of Fred Sprute, jr.. the son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sprule, si of Farminglon, Minnesota, who was a young man of rare prom ise and was but 11 years of agt wiien death terminated Ins career and at the military academy w hich he w as al tending" be was an immense favorite with 'all with whom he came in contact. He was a member of the rowing team of the school and it was while encaged in the work of .'wing- on the river that he met his death, his boat being- over turned while out in the Missis sippi river, and although every lfort was made to locale the body in the river, up to the time of the sending- of the message to this city there had been no tract- found of it. The mother of the unfortunate young man was for merly Miss Anna Beins, residing' a few miles south of this city. where the mother of the ladv. Grandma Beins, still resides. The leepest sympathy of the friends of the familv will be extended i he sorrow-stricken relatives over the loss- of this most esti mable young man. JOHN WUNOERLIGH OF NEWKI. NEBRASKA FILES FOE SHERIFF From Saturday's Oaliy. This morning John Wunder ich. one of the mo-t prominent residents of Aehawka nrecmcl. filed his intentions with the niiiily clerk to become a candid ate for the office of sheriff of Cass county on the democratic ticket at the coming- primary lection in August. II is un necessary to sav anvthing in support of Mr. Wunderlirh as a man among- the people who have nown him for many years, as I here is no act of his that can be pointed to with anything- but pride, and he has in the locality where he has resided lor rears a reputation for intergily and luiinr that few men in the county possess, and being a man of the people thoroughly understands the needs and feelings of his fel ow men. His filing makes four for the office of sheriff, as F. R. Cunningham and Sheriff Ouinton, who is serving his seventh year in the office, are the republican candidates for the office, while R. C. Bailey of Ml. Pleasant pre cinct has filed for the democratic nomination. Delightfully Entertained. From Friday's Pally. A large number of the mem- ers and friends of the Ladies id society of St. Paul's church alhered at Ihe pleasant home f Mrs. Hans Seivers yesterday afternoon, in spite of the dis agreeable weather, to participate in a social time, this being- their regular monthly social meeting-. Social conversation, grames and the like furnished plenty of amusement and made the hours pass all too rapidly. At the proper time excellent refresh ments were served, which further augumented the pleasures of the afternoon. . - . Automobile Owners! I have just employed a me chanic who is an expert on self- starter magnetos, etc. Bring in your car if you have any trou ble. All kinds of reDairing so- icited. Smith's Oarage, Plattsmouth. 4-18-lwkd-lmowklv Coming Here for Thirty Years. J Ins morning r red 1). .Mcear of New York City, representing Ihe Thomas Landau company of that cily, was here in the in terests of his celebrated line of clothing and calling- on the tirm of Faller - Thier.df. Mr. McXear is an old man at the.business and has been making this cily for (he past thirty years, but thinks that al no time has he found things appearing more prosperous than at present, and the appearance of the city has greatly improved. While here Mr. McXear called at Ihe Journal ollice for a few min utes' social conversation. IMPRESSIVE CER EMONIES AT PRES- Rev. H. G. McClusky Installed as the Pastor of the Presby terian Church. From Friday's Daily. Last evening the official in lallation of the Rev. II. G. Mc Clusky into the pastorate of the First Presbyterian church took place at the church al 8 o'clock with verv impressive ceremonies that marked the assumption of the rows on the pari of the new minister, as well as the members f the congregation. The service was presided over y Rev. A. F. Perrv of Nebraska City, as moderator, and this rentleman delivered a very im pressive sermon helming- the e- asion of the taking up of the work of the church ih-ere. by Rev. McClusky, and he was followed in lis address by Rev. J. II. Sals- ury of Auburn, who gave the barge to the new pastor and outlined the responsibilities that would be assumed by him in the discharge of bis duties as the pastor of the church here. Rev. Rudolph Caughey of the West minster church of Lincoln was present at the services and gave the charge to the members of the church in a manner at once pleasing an impressive. During the services the splendid choir of the church gave a most, pleasing anthem that added much to the beauty of the service and was enjoyed thoroughly, as this musical organization is one of the finest in the city and its of ferings are always of the highest standard of music. The new minister. Rev. II. O. McClusky, has only been here a short time, but he has won for himself a warm place in the hearts of the members of his church and they are delighted with their good luck in having secured him to preside over their church, and his sermons have proven most beneficial to those who have had the pleasure of hearing them, and there is no doubt that under his pastorate Ihe church will continue to thrive and grow as never before. The new minister has also been leceived most cordially by the public in general and feels very much pleased with his new loca tion here. Here From Alvo. From Saturday's Daily. S. C. Boyles, the Alvo banker, was over today looking after some business affairs at the court house, and While here he gave the Journal a brief but very pleasant call. Be reports Alvo all o. k. and the farmers in that vicinity preparing for corn planting, and that the wheat crop could not possibly look bet ter. He says our old friend, Jake Shaffer, is just, as fat and sassy as ever, and just as jovial. Uncle Alex Skiler, is holding his own the best he knows how, and while he is getting up in years, he wants to live as long" and a little longer than Jake Shaffer. B TT EMM CHURCH Farm for Sale. 904 acres, one-half miles north of M. P. depot. For par ticulars see J. V. Elliott. 4-lG-tfwkly AN ENJOYABLE MUSICAL EVENT AT "SONNKSIDE" D. of A. R. Enjoy a Rich Musica Treat at the Home of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Wescott. From Saturday's Daily. Oiie of the most pleasant am thoroughly enjoyed musica events of Hi" season was given last evening at "Sunnyside," tin beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs E. II. Wescott, on High Sehoo Hill, when Foiitanelle chapter the Daughters of the American Revolution entertained at musicale which embraced selec tions from some of the leading musicians of the city. The pro gram, as published, was carried out and every number was en joyed to the utmost by the large number of guests that filled the Wescott home to overflowing", and all were enthusiastic in their praise of the splendid program that was offered for their enter tainment, and those of the Plattsmouth public who have had the privilege of hearing" these artists before can appreciate to the fullest the delightful pro- gram that was Daughters of Revolution. The Wescott offered by the the American home was dec- orated in a manner appropriate to the patriotic character of the society giving the entertainment, a large American flag decorating the handsome Colonial porch of the home, while throughout the rooms American flags lent a most pleasing touch to the spirit of the occasion, and Ihe thought that has inspired the organiza tion of this society throughout the nation that of the pre servation of the memory of the war and the brave men who gave our country independence, and Fontanell chapter, though only a year old. has done a great deal here to stimulate the interest in the revolutionary period of our country's life. The chapter here has offered a gold medal to the pupil of the High school who de livers the best declamatory ad dress on the early history of our country, and in the seventh and eighth grades has offered a cash prize for the best papers on Ihe subject of Ihe America nrevolu tion. The society here now has a membership of some sixteen and an equal number of papers at Washington for membership, which will nearly double the present . regular membership. The ollicers of the order here are: Mrs. E. II. Wescott, regent; Mrs. C. C. Parmele, vice presi dent; Miss Leona Brady, sec retary: Miss Madeline Minor, treasurer; Miss Ellen Pollock, historian; Miss Alice Tuey, chaplain. These officers have been unceasing in their efforts for the upbuilding of the society. At the close of the meeting dainty refreshments were served to the company and a most gen erous silver offering received. Murray, Avoca, Eagle. District meetings of the Cass County Sunday School associa tion will be held at the three places named above on the fol lowing dates: Murray, May G; Avoca, May 7; Eagle, May 8. These meetings are for all Sun day school workers of every de nomination. A strong program has been prepared for each place. Arrange to attend the meetings nearest to you. Watch for future announcements. Accounts Must Be Settled. There are still a great many accounts due the estate of Aug ust Gorder that we must insist upon being setteld at once. This notice is final, and if same is not paid within a reasonable time, the accounts will be placed in other hands for collection. Fred Gorder, Administrator. Moves Out to Wyoming Ranch. From Saturday's Daily. Yesterdav afternoon Perry Marsh and son and laughler de parted for Upland, Wyoniin; where they will locate on a ranch near that place, and Mr. Marsh will remain there for some time. :ssisting them in getting settled in their new local ion. Several days ago three carloads of cattle and horses were shipped there by Mr. Marsh, and these shipments were accompanied by the father of Mr. Marsh, who will assist in preparing the new ranch. FATHER SHINE TO AIO THE HIS TORICAL SOCIETY His Labors and Research Have Been Recognized in Many Sec tions of the State. The Rev Father M. A. Shine of this citv, who is noted through out the west as one of the lore most historians of the early his- torv of the middle west, and who is great iv interested in researcn work covering the Indians and earlv settlement of the state of Nebraska, has just received Ihe following letter from the N raska State Historical society at Lincoln : Lincoln, April 2 i, 191 . Dear Father Shine; The historical society is goin o undertake this year to propa ale many of the varieties of corn, iteans, iiim ikuis. etc., useu y the Indians, the seed for. which has been gathered by Mr. Gil - more. We are also going to utilize some vacant ground that we have adjoining our new building for growing plants and shrubbery, i tative to Nebraska, and especial- ly such as were used by the In dians for food, medicines, per. fume, elc. e would like to interest our riends, especially those at a dis. lance from Lincoln, in helping ii' gather desirable native plant; ami snruns nr inis collection. 1 1-1 t J It I There are a number of things eculiar to your section that we would like to have, and if voti can get them for us or have someone lo j who will be interested, we will be glad o have them shinned 1 our expense. Of course what done will need to be done soon, We would like especially to get from vour section some of the following: Columbine. fern irairie phlox, woods phlox. I un- lersfand there is a family in Mattsmouth that has n great ouanlitv of the wild phlox: or Sweet William. Thanking vim in advance for your co-operation, I remain very cordially vours. Clarence S. Paine. AH persons interested are in vited to donate specimens of the anove piants. j'jease atiacn a card with your name and address, and Ihe name of the plant do nated, and leave al mv residence on Oak street. In this way un necessary expense for the his torical society can be avoided bv laving all specimens shipped in one consignmed. Yours respect fully, Rev. M. A. Shine. Wedding at Court House. From Saturday's Daily. The arrival home of County Judge Ueeson yesterday was signalized by the appearance at lis office in the afternoon by a couple from South Omaha who lesired to be united in the holy tonds of wedlock, and the judge, in his usual impressive manner, . . . . . i performed the ceremony that was o unite for life these two happy icarts, a"nd the young people, af- ter the ceremony, departed for their home hanpv as two larks. he judge also issued license to George E. West and Miss Emily .audergreen, both of Louisville, who will be married there to- morrow. The Soulh Omaha couple, who were united here in marriage were Mr. Fred P. Bush and Miss Eva Pearl McDonald. I BURGLARS ENTER THE ZUCKWEILER 8 LDTZ STORE The Safe Opened, but Very Little Money Was Found Do Not Miss Anything Else Now. From Friday's Dan. That there are some amaleur burglars abroad in the cily was evidenced this morning when on opening the store on Sixth street E. P. Lutz, of the linn of Zuck- weiler tYLutz, discovered that Ihe large safe of the firm in the dry goods department had been open ed and that the contents were strewn over the entire back part of the store. The safe was not locked on the combination last night, it being a habit to only turn the lock, and anyone could open it that gained enl ranee to the store building, as it was used principally for the purpose of toring the papers of the firm so I hey would be safe in case of fire, and there was only in the neigh borhood of 3 in cash in the safe, so that from Ihi- source the linn did not suffer much of a loss. To the authorities the work seems that "I some boy or boys who were familiar with the store and the means of entrance and exit, as the entrance to the place was made through a window in the west side of a small slore room located on the west end of the store building, and from here the partv or parties made their way into tlu main store room and d" business with the uroceeuen n I safe, and then made their escape from the building by Iippiuu Ibaek the bolt and opening the door leading into Ihe alley. As soon as he discovered that the store had been visited bv the burglars Mr. Lutz began to look i around to discover just what. damage had been done, and in bis search found a pair of socks lying- on Ihe floor in the back room, where they had evidently been dropped by the burglar in his flight, and from this ii would seem thai there had been several I articles taken in addition in me I ( 1 al . 11-1. it nionev from the safe. At first it was feared that a large number of notes held bv the firm had been taken from Ihe safe, but they were found later on the floor, where they bad been thrown by the burglar in his search for money. The sheriff was notified MO' Mr. Lutz a few minutes after the discovery of the condition of I the safe, and Chief of police Rainey, who was on the street. hastened to the scene and a thorough search made and every effort is being made o locale the party or parties doing the deed. FORMER PLATTSMOUTH BOY AT THE MERCY OF THE MEXICAN GREASERS From Saturday's Dally. Among the list d Omaha peo ple who are left in Mexico Cily at the mercy of the butcher of that republic, lluerta, appears Ihe name of Oermaine Towle, well known in this city, where he was in charge of the Journal here in 1900 and a part of l'.MH. Mr. Towle has been engaged in newspaper work lor years and has always been of an advenler- ous nature, having had consider- able experience at Ihe front dur- ing the Spanish-American war. and he will doubtless see all tlu ... adventures he desires in lh Mexican capital, where the mobs are reported as threatening tin lives and properly of all Ihe Americans there Farm for Sale. Farm of 121 acres, 5 miles northeast of Union; 14 acres hay land. 20 acres pasture timber. rest in cultivation; well improv- ed. Price right if taken soon. Address Miss Etta Nickels, Mur- ray, Neb.