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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1913
Page
13
Edgemont gains business after artesian water strike improves local prospects. The Heerline Irrigation Company of Morrill uses only water for irrigation, dispelling any belief they produce alcohol.
The Gordon Journal credits readers in Gordon and the North Western railroad area for five fine halftone storm scene cuts. It asks local businessmen to show appreciation by providing extra patronage to cover the costs of securing the images.
The Nebraska legislature nears adjournment with state papers signaling dissatisfaction from the public. Observers note that several members started with a view that the people are chumps, a notion widely resented by citizens.
States tired of looking down on Utah may adopt similar reforms. A mother's pension bill passed by the legislature provides ten dollars a month for one child and five dollars for each additional child if the mother stays home and cares for them. Supporters say it helps families and keeps children with competent mothers rather than removing them.
The writer questions suffragists in England and America, urging public denial of any ties to lawbreaking. They argue the cause suffers if advocates fail to declare opposition to violence and criminal acts. Reputations and the suffrage movement alike hinge on clear, public repudiation.
The Herald argues local newspapers should devote space to editorials on current topics though not as much as metropolitan papers. The Riverton Review notes two papers never publish editorials, avoiding opinions on any subject.
The Herald explains it must use twelve pages to fit reading matter and advertising while eight pages would omit much. The editor notes steady growth and the need to print more content without extra cost, echoing a friend’s saying that a good soaking rain weekly beats two light showers.
The Lincoln Daily Star argues that spring municipal election returns show broad support for Sunday baseball. It notes the issue’s novelty and pending legal test as the basis for its assessment of statewide sentiment on Sabbatarian concerns.
The text discusses how broad regional support does not necessarily reflect the overall state sentiment. It notes variation across towns and cautions against assuming a uniform view from local majorities.
The text contrasts reputation and character noting that good character can yield a bad reputation and vice versa. It cites truth tellers who seem prevaricating and liars who appear sincere, illustrating complex moral impressions, ending with a reference to Sweet Clover as forage.
City council proceedings record the April 7 1914 meeting led by Mayor Barnes with present councilmen Snyder Sterns Moliring and Vaughan. Minutes approved. Police magistrate and city treasurer reports for March are received and summarized with specified fees licenses and balances.
City officers reports accepted for record. Council approves securing 3000 more fire insurance on City Hall and 4500 disability insurance for Water and Light plant. Water meters to be repaired or meters shut off after ten days. Salaries approved for mayor clerk treasurer street commissioner and others. Advertisement for Dr King’s New Life Pills included.
John E. White died April 35 after a long illness. He was born March 25, 1833 in Washington county Pennsylvania. He married Elizabeth Skiles on September 8, 1863. she died eleven years earlier. Eight children were born to the couple, four survive: Mrs. A D Rodgers, Mrs. Maud Merritt of Alliance, George White of Mingo Junction Ohio, and Robert White of Cincinnati. He joined the M E church in 1868 and later moved to the Christian church in 1878, where he remained a devoted member until death.
The Rodgers Merrit and Merritt families thank friends for help during illness and burial of John E. White. Gratitude to hospital sisters for kindness and care. thanks also to Rebbeccas Royal Highlanders and all who sent flowers.
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