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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1909
Page
4
In a town where knockers are unpopular the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth is noted as a backdrop to a civic vote. Alliance plans to approve bonds and fund sewer system work without delay, seen as a foregone conclusion by observers.
A photo-engraving of Hon. W. J. Bryan is displayed over the Herald editorial desk inviting readers to view the likeness. The caption notes the unveiling in the office as a feature for readers to enjoy.
The Envoy February number from Chadron Academy is praised as well edited neatly printed and a credit to the institution by its student editors.
The Broken Bow Republican voices concern that the city police force is too small in numbers. A single officer on duty from noon to midnight fails to deter burglaries affecting Custer county’s county seat stores.
The Weiner Brothers completed a 28 by 40 foot barn with a hay mow on their farm ten miles northwest of Alliance. The project signals permanence and development and is seen as a sign of prosperity for the area.
Citizens of Nebraska welcome the decision to hold the National Corn Exposition in Omaha. The first annual event, staged in December in the metropolis, drew strong praise and organizers anticipate an even larger and more attractive fair next time with broader exhibits and greater public interest.
T J O Keefe returned yesterday from a trip to the eastern part of the state. He visited friends at Omaha and Lincoln and boasted of prospects for a normal school in northwestern Nebraska. More details will appear in another column.
Courtesy of County Clerk Mounts, the grand jury expenses totaled 459.60 with 591.40 for witnesses, summing to 1951.00. The article notes the method to estimate each taxpayer's share via the assessors' books.
The Daily Drift of the Lincoln Journal jokes about Nebraska City residents over the Burlington station there being less commodious. The humorous complaint laments railway facilities and reflects local sentiment toward train service.
The piece argues Burlington’s James J. Hill prioritizes cost over upgrading depots, citing Alliance’s new facility as a contrast to Nebraska City. It lampoons the small station here, describing crowded waiting rooms and cold discomfort, and predicts a bigger, modern depot may come only with economic relief and broader travel demand.
P J Knapp, who bought land near Berea from J C McCorkle, arrived from Madison Nebraska with his family and two carloads of belongings. He becomes a Box Butte county resident and plans large scale farming, sod turning for others, and potato crops, signaling local agricultural growth. He also joined the Herald’s subscription list and advertises a cracker demonstration at Alliance Grocery Co on February 13.
The Herald publishes a commemorative issue marking the 100th anniversary of the Great Emancipator. It praises his patriotism and immortal name while stressing that honoring his martyrdom means upholding equality and truth.
Death came at five o clock last evening at the Hill home to Mrs. Hill a pioneer woman aged nearly 61. Illness with pneumonia for over a week preceded the end. She leaves husband Mr. Alex Hill and several children as mourners. The family lived on a Lox Butte ranch before moving to town. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at Maly Rosary church with Father Mc Naewara officiating and a solemn requiem mass at 0:30.
Robert Graham and T J O Keefe return from Lincoln where they met with legislators about a bill to establish two additional state normal schools in western Nebraska. House roll No 327 proposes $125000 in funding and leaves site selection to the State Board of Education.
A resident of Alliance Iowa writes to urge Hon. Broome as mayor on the Wet ticket. He disputes editor claims and defends dry town policies, praising sidewalks and cement walks while criticizing business and law enforcement. He supports a public fight over liquor policy and urges political action.
An 11 year old Tad Lincoln fled Ford's Theatre to the White House after his father was shot. He found Tom Pendel, an executive mansion attendant, crying out in shock and exclaimed that his papa was dead. Pendel comforted Tad and helped him to bed in the martyr president's chamber. Pendel later marked forty five years of service at the White House.
Community members in Alliance discuss leveraging a town boomer as a useful resource on selective occasions while emphasizing steady support from booster groups. The call to action invites residents to participate in coordinated local efforts.
Federal grand jury reconvenes after a four day recess to investigate alleged timber frauds in southeast Oklahoma. About fifty witnesses from Tallina and Grant in the Choctaw nation are to testify as a special examiner pursues evidence against large timber companies said to have mined Indian lands and used pine timber.
Berlin papers note the visit of King Edward and Queen Alexandra as a significant event with potential for easing tensions between Britain and Germany. Officials welcome the royals in a formal mood, while skeptical that the meeting will yield immediate tangible outcomes.
The Senate held memorial tributes for William Boyd Allison, Iowa senator, who died August 4 1908. Senators Dolliver and others spoke with unusual warmth, marking a departure from ordinary obituary tributes in tone and length. Also noted were the death in Paris of French actor Coquelin Cadet, brother of Benoit Coquelin.
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