Fremont Leaders Named in Local Organization
President George Howe of Fremont presides with Foret as Vice President H A Graff of Seward as Second Vice President Jacob P Hoffman of Ord as Secretary E A Miller of Kearney as Secretary and Fred Alexander of Scot tbius as Treasurer in a regional association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Howe
Fremont
Foret
H. A. Graff
Seward
Jacob P. Hoffman
Ord
E. A. Miller
Kearney
Treasuer
Fred Alexander
Scottebius
Publicity committeemen list by Nebraska towns
Names of publicity committee men are provided for multiple towns including Beatrice Fullerton Ord Schuyler Snyder Stromsburg and others with a note that departments should forward names as publicity men are appointed. The list includes individuals such as Halletectt Frékes Broonfield Alvin Blowdorn Joe Johnson Lima Ames Thomas Chapman Oglesby and Whitney along with several others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. Halletectt
H. Frékes
Broonfield
Harry Henateh
Pranklin
Alvin Blowdorn
Fete
Frast
Joe Johnson
Frank Lima
En Sar Ames
Es Lyith
McFarlahdes
Bampton
Alvin Garsemanna
University Place
Lewie A. Thomas
Fullerton
John C. Chapman
Ulyeces
Oglesby
Neligh
Jay Ames
Ord
O. P. Cromwell
Verdigre
H. H. Bruce
Overton
James M
Pullen
Schuyler
F. W. Sbonka, Jr. Snyder
Geo. W.meyers
Stromsburg
Wesetenius
Tilden
R. G. Whitney
Open letter from W. Riddel on Nebraska Volunteer Firemen
An open letter dated July 23 1914 from W. 8. Ridgell Lincoln Nebraska addresses members of the Nebraska State Volunteer Firemen's Association. He praises cooperation with the Governor and urges support for favorable legislation that benefits volunteer fire departments and asks members to share suggestions.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Nebraska State Volunteer Firemen’s Association
Vernor Morehead
State Association of Volunteer Firemen
State House
Alliance Fire Truck From Anderson Company Demonstrated
A cut of the Alliance Fire Department's new Anderson Motor Fire Truck outlines a Kissel chassis built by Kissel Car and assembled with Goodyear tires and electric lighting. The unit includes a 200 foot chemical hose reel, dual by-pass system, and full tool set. Delivery is imminent as nearby departments praise the model.
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Anderson
Alliance Fire Department
Ohe
City of Alliance
Anderson Coupling & Fire Supply Company
Kansas City
Andersen Company of
Omaha
C. J. Andersen
Andersen Company
Kissel Car Manufacturing Company
Kissel
Kansas
S. O. Harpster
Alliance
Goodyear
Lake Superior
Sterling
Colo
Merth Platte
Nebr
Lightning Strikes Hem ingford Home. Fire Suppressed
The Ward residence at Hem ingford was struck by lightning on July 27. Fire crews saved the home from total destruction by using the chemical engine after the hose failed to reach. The Kadlick family had recently occupied the house. Mrs Kubat resided elsewhere. Insurance reportedly covered both house and contents.
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W. H. Ward
Hemingford
Hay Springs
Mike Kadlick
Mra. Kybat
Crete
Red Cloud Fire Dept Plans Fund for New Hall
The Red Cloud fire department seeks funds to build a hall to house meetings and equipment. The city currently pays rent for their quarters.
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Red Cloud
Plainview Fire Dept Siren Whistle Installed Townwide
University Place firemen celebrate in Havelock Times noting Plainview’s new siren whistle, one of the latest makes, audible throughout the busy town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plainview
University Place
Havelock Times
Firemen Contest Highlights Gala Days Visit
The event featured Hose cart races between Havelock and University Place with wins for Havelock in the 100 yard dash and University Place in the 169 foot 36 second dash. A 400 yard relay went to Havelock in 47 seconds and a 20 minute water fight ended in a draw. Convoys enjoyed a watermelon feast at the engine house and a lawn social with music, as University Place firemen planned to participate in the August 14 15 Fremens contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havelock
University Place
Bethany
Fire hose and equipment for sale advertised to cities
A city advertisement urges fire departments to purchase fire hose and equipment. The notice also promotes hand extinguishers for cars homes yards schools and other facilities.
Firemen Celebrate Joint Picnic by North Platte and Lexington
North Platte and Lexington fire departments held a joint picnic Sunday with about 135 attendees including 35 Lexington men. A noon and evening feed, hay rack shuttles, entertainment, and a North Platte Lexington ball game were part of the day.
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North Platte Tribune
Lexington
North Platte Department
North Platte Triumphs In Extra Innings T 11 To 7
In a late showdown North Platte pushed ahead to win 11 to 7 after eleven innings. The tied 7 to 7 score at the end of the ninth inning set up the dramatic extra frame.
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North Platte
Fullerton Department Fights Fire at Electric Plant
The Fullerton Department battled a blaze at the electric light company plant and saved the facility thanks to rapid response and teamwork. The fire prompted quick action by firefighters and priority protection of essential electrical infrastructure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fullerton
Electric Light Company
Fremont Auto Truck Saves Ice Plant From Fire
The Fremont auto truck responded Monday evening to a fire at the artificial ice plant of the Fremont Ice and Sand Company and quickly stopped the blaze that threatened the building. Damage was about 150 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schuyler Department
Fremont Herald
Fremont
Fremont Ice and Sand Company
Kearney Leads Nebraska in Volunteer Fire Safety
The Kearney volunteer fire department is ranked highest in Nebraska for fire prevention and efficiency. Improvements since buying the automobile fire truck and upgraded alarm and water systems have reduced losses and time to scene, earning praise from officials and visiting agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kearney
Nebraska
Reorganization Underway for City Volunteer Fire Department
The local volunteer fire department plans equipment upgrades and a future city hall and engine house. Old members listed include J A DeWaters and J H Grosvargor with new recruits such as Harry Sims and W C Mower joining. E A DeWaters remains chief with Oscar Oberg president and Fred Kuhn treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freduhn
J. A. DeWaters
R. M. Mitchell
A. E. Houser
Carl Travis
Frank Coykendall
Fred Jeffers
John Powell
J. H. Grosvagor
H. B. Bogardus
Oscar Oberg
Walter Wilkins
George H. Houser
John McAllister
Harry Sims
C. B. Moss
R. W. Nowlin
W. C. Mower
M. J. McDougall
W. H. Kellermeier
Charles Wentz
Fred Beltner
H. @. Grosvenor
George A. Ross
W. ®. Collins
T. C. Larimer
Harry Stewart
A. W. Applebee
J. J. Tryner
Doc” McCoy
B. 8
Ed L. Hedges
M. Larson
H. E. Toof
C. Otto
Guy Huffman
Joe Gilson
L. Baldwin
E. A. DeWaters
George Houser
Fred Kuhn
Aurora Lumber Company
Veterin
Seward
Talmage
Ice Plant Destroyed by Fire in Guide Rock Neb
Fire of unknown origin destroyed the Ice Plant behind Fred Watt's meat market in Guide Rock Nebraska this afternoon. Loss estimated at 8000 dollars with half insured. Red Cloud chemical truck responded but fire under control before departure. Nearby residents and Ed Cady, owner of a nearby nation store, suffered stock losses as flames threatened his building.
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Guide Rock
Nebr
Fred Watt
Red Cloud
Ed Cady
Nation
Fire destroys Grand Island dry goods store
The P. Martie & Brother dry goods store at Grand Island was nearly destroyed by fire on July 21. The building measuring 60 by 132 feet suffered extensive damage, with total losses estimated at $95,000, partly insured. City equipment battled the blaze for hours until extinguished.
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Grand Island
P. Martie & Brother
Spalding plans three day celebration announcement pending
A Spalding department will announce a three day celebration soon. The Argosy plant at Ansley burned recently causing about $5000 in losses.
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Spalding
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Board of Control
Harry Houser
Chairman
Jacob Goehring
B. W. Parkhurst
Ray Frost
Stanton
Thomas Jeffrey
North Pintte
Nebrasak
Lloyd C. Thomas
State Publicity
Ridgell
State of
Fire Commission
Petersburg
Lioeyd
Fremon
Dremon
Score
Louie Yoken
Chief Anderson
Joe Julick
Neck of the Woods
Ludwig
Hose Co. No
Third Ward
Methodist City
Wesleyan University
Dallas Johnson
Hook and Ladder Company
Farnam St
Aurora Department
Aurora Republican
Aurora Fire Department
Argosy
Ansley
Fire Department
Columbus
Farnan Street
Omaha, Nebraska
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