Delegates to National Conventions in Sixth District
The Herald urges voters in Nebraska’s Sixth District to back Charles H. Tully for Republican and Karl D. Mallory for Democratic delegates to the national conventions. It cites Western Nebraska representation and notes A Barnett may win in the Fifth District. It highlights A B Wood as alternate Republican delegate candidate and Keith L. Pierce for the Progressive Party delegate.
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The
Herald
Charles H. Tully
Karl D. Mallory
Tully
Mallory
Nebraska
A. Barnett
McCook
the Herald
Alliance
A. B. Wood
Gering Courier
Keith L. Pierce
Hemingford
Progressive Party
Pierce
Take interest in politics before unfit leaders rise
An Omaha Nebraskan column urges every citizen to engage in politics and inform themselves on issues and candidates. It criticizes the habit of claiming politics is corrupt yet contributing nothing to improve governance and calls for the public to participate in shaping local and state affairs.
Two Sides in Public Debate Promised by The Herald
The Herald states it will publish contributions from both sides on public issues during the campaign. It asserts truth gains from open discussion and will host reasonable-length letters.
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Herald
Biddle Brigade Volunteers Felt Ready to Fight
The claim states Anthony Drexel J. Biddle called for recruits and 2,400 young Philadelphians were “members of Biddle's brigade and ready to fight for Uncle Sam,” but no enemy or foreign threat is specified in the report. The piece questions who the brigade would oppose if not foreigners.
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Anthony Drexel J. Biddle
Biddle
Uacle Sam
Uncle Sam
Disapproval of Armament Schemes and Debt Burden
The text argues for level headed citizenship to oppose munitions manufacturers and opportunistic politicians seeking to saddle the nation with debt. It cites Colonel Anthony Drexel J. Biddle's Philadelphia brigade as unlikely to be needed, urging civic expression of disapprobation.
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Anthony Drexel J. Biddle
Philadelphia
The People Competent to Decide
With a well informed citizenship the rank and file of the people are competent to decide public issues and are entitled to the privilege of doing so. In America we do not need political dictators or monarchs. True democracy favors direct citizen decision on government questions. Experts may help with details but the common people's intelligence and conscience are better to decide right principles than representatives of minority factions or special interests.
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Omaha Nebraskan
Richard L. Metcalfe
America
Misrepresentation Criticized In Nebraska Prohibition Debate
The Nebraska Prosperity League misrepresentation campaign against prohibition is rebuked as several cities vote dry or shift from wet to dry in a wave across the state. Governor Clarke of Iowa and Governor Capper of Kansas are cited regarding letters to Rev. Carns and Archie Gregory, offering supportive statements about prohibition.
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Nebraska
Nebraska Prosperity League
North Platte
Sidney
Bridgeport
Chadron
Valentine
Fairbury
Giltner
Hamilton County
G. W. Clark
Iowa
Arthur Capper
Kansas
Omaha
Clarke
Rev
J. B. Carns
D.D
Alliance
Governor Capper
Archie Gregory
Judge James R. Dean for Supreme Court at Broken Bow
Former Supreme Court justice Judge James R. Dean seeks election in Custer County as a candidate for the state high court. Appointed in 1909 by Governor Sheldon, he is praised for a splendid record, merited opinions, and strong standing as a man and lawyer in Nebraska.
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Custer County
Dean
Supme Court
Sheldon
Nebdbranka
Kenn
Aldrich Courtship of Reform and Nebraska GOP loyalty
The piece recalls Chester H. Aldrich as a record of reformer governor and a strong Republican candidate for U S Senate with achievements in lowering travel and freight rates. It highlights his convictions and readiness to defend positions along with praise from local papers and opponents of machine politics.
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Nebraska
Aldrich
Thhey
Aldriel
Albion News
McKelvie for Governor
S R McKelvie is presented as best suited for governor due to legislative service in the house and as lieutenant governor. The piece asserts his practical knowledge of state government and his reputation for integrity and public service, calling him the Popular Candidate.
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S. R McKelvie
House of Representatives
Cd Ley Beeetdy Polimeree
Maisie
Subscriptions Increase for Welcome Sign Drive
This week two more donations were recorded toward the Welcome sign project with Royal Neighbors contributing 5 and the P. N. subscribing 10. The added funds boost the campaign total as community supporters respond to the effort.
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Royal Neighbors
City of Alliance Seeks Bid for Water Sprinkler Team
Notice states bids for a man and team to operate water sprinkler equipment in Alliance Nebraska. Bids close at 8 p m April 11 1916. City reserves right to reject any or all bids. Carter Calder City Clerk. Atlas Rooms 50c and up. 16-41-6733.
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Alliance
Nebraska
Bida
Carter Calder
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Near
Box Butte County Dry Federation
James R. Dean
Supreme Court
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W. F. Stoecker
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Nebraskies
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George Fleming
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