World War Veteran to Receive a New Wooden Leg
Scottsbluff marshal Pendergast, a World War veteran who lost his leg, is set to obtain a new wooden leg for Christmas. Nebraska American Legion Adjutant Frank B. O’Connell pledged strong action if bureau chiefs lagged, saying they will pursue the matter to ensure the leg is provided.
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Church workers ousted over Fremont union walkout
Members of the First Methodist church in Fremont were removed from their jobs on the new church under a week of labor strikes tied to union rules. Pastor F E Hull had secured the work for congregants who funded the project, while masons and carpenters remained at the site despite the dispute.
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Corn Eaters Club to Be Formed in Lincoln
Lincoln chamber of commerce plans a corn dinner and the formation of the Corn Eaters Club of America during a January 4 event. Delegates from farm organizations will attend, and initiates will receive corn eaters buttons pledging higher corn product use.
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Lincoln Chamber of Commerce
Corn Eaters Club of America
Red Culture
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Chambers of Commerce
Middle West
Oil Excitement Reaches Kimball and Weld County
The Midwest Co operative Oil association seeks to block 144 square miles of leases in northern Weld county Colorado and southern Kimball county Nebraska and aims to develop oil under rent difficulties according to an officer.
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Midwest Co-operative Oil Association
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Bridgeport Postmaster Removed From Office
Bridgeport Postmaster removed from office amid rumors of a cash discrepancy. Ex-postmaster Earl Stouteville claims no definite figure exists, citing multiple accounts. Henry H. Smith appointed to run the office pending a Washington appointment. Officials say government losses are not expected.
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Stouteville Brothers Back Tent Offer for Government Posts
Bruce Wilcox secured a temporary postmaster appointment to fill the unexpired term through June. The Stouteville brothers Mr. Stouteville and J H Stouteville stand ready to back every tent arriving for government service.
Consolidated Scottsbluff Lake Alice School Inches Toward Closure
After an all day session the district votes to close the Scottsbluff Lake Alice school after January first. High school and four teachers will be released. About $19 000 is needed to run the nine months, about $5 000 more than tax receipts at the 100 mill limit.
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Loatt Pebantion
Ingon
Seward Chamber Opposes One Cent Gasoline Tax
The Seward Chamber of Commerce and a special legislative session condemn Governor McKelvie's plan to levy a one cent gasoline tax. They argue farm and commercial interests face financial strain from low farm prices and high taxes, calling the extra session costly and unnecessary.
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Seward
Unwarranted Special Session Criticized in Letter
A letter denounces a proposed special session as undemocratic and notes no public sentiment survey was conducted. The author argues the civne tax and salary cuts are camouflage for reviving funds for a new capitol, while accompanying anecdote about rheumatic illness and a veteran adds local color.
Tanlac Promises Real Relief Seen In Ad Claim
An advertisement touts Tanlac as a medicine that lives up to its claims. F. E. Hol- is noted in connection with the promotion, suggesting a promotional medical product notice from a historical period.
Alive and Kicking with Uncle Moses and Aunt Sally
Uncle Moses speaks of his wife Aunt Sally’s enduring spirit despite age and temperament. Neighbors note Mose’s pride in Aunt Sally’s cantankerous ways as they exchange greetings about her condition.
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Long game and dubious quotes in a quirky note
A jumble of lines cites ancient chess origins in China and India. It notes a large sum at the Philadelphia mint and a misworded line about mint beds and fees. The piece ends with a quip about love and a young couple.
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India
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