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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1920
Page
6
Report notes random remarks about General Pershing missing an Alliance invitation while Mark Woods is described as throwing a pass while the scene remains unclear. The fragmentary text lacks verifiable details or context for a fuller summary.
The piece notes Mark has entered politics and should embrace the role with cheer. It jokes Pershing could appoint him ambassador to Russia. It recalls ninety seven calls to the telephone office on New Year’s night from people alarmed by whistles and rumors of a fire and a peace treaty misunderstanding.
A collage of quirky observations and snippets notes up to December 14 recount peculiar foot lore and drunken myths. It cites actual cash receipts of 11 185 91 and freight costs 3 768 62 with coal handled 2 126 500 pounds across 2 261 loads.
A man vows to quit smoking but is seen after a year with a large black cigar. The column tone mocks resolutions and notes others pursue vices, while a bachelor targets pursuit and hints at grooming changes.
Members of subordinate lodge No. 168 I C C F express sorrow for the death of Robert C. Watkins, son of Mrs Jennie Watkins and brother of Miss May Watkins. They extend heartfelt sympathy to the mother and sister, authorize copies for the family and minutes, and request publication in an Alliance newspaper. Alliance Neb Dec 17 1919.
County records list marriages performed by County Judge Ira E. Tash on December 24 through December 29. Couples include Horn and Kline. Pierce and Mrs Mary L Young. McCully and Marie Montgomery. Kissett and Vivian Bunch. Santos and Helen Hughes. O Keefe and Helen Schott. Young and Grace Carlson. Harris and Iva Willard. Claud Green and Bertha Sprackeln. Frank S Jesse and Bessie Jones.
Invoices for carloads of coal arrive slowly but outlook shows the city may end the coal business by week’s end. Checks covering over half the coal bought have been mailed as the city manager and Mrs. Givens await the final bill.
A brief line from American Legion Weekly features a father greeting his son back from the war. The father jokes about his son’s scratches, saying he stopped scratching after leaving the trenches. The quip highlights war veterans’ humor.
A dated adage notes a suitor should rethink his tailor if his beloved does not favor his choice. It also remarks that time equals money and warns against wasting effort chasing borrowed funds.
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