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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1921
Page
5
Miss Lucinda Parsons sister of Mrs Arle Grant wed Ralph A Ramel of Salina Kansas at the home of Rev Stephen J Epler Sunday afternoon at two o'clock.
Guy Smith of Alliance and Miss Selma Hansan of Beaver Crossing married in Seward by Rev. Mr. Bowers on a Wednesday. The Nebraska division T. P. A. voted at its January 8 meeting to move the February 12 gathering to 8 p.m. from 2:30, with a lunch served after. Families of members invited for lunch, cards, and music.
Rev. B. J. Minort of Dickens Nebraska has accepted the pastorate of the First Baptist church in Alliance. He will arrive late this week and preach his initial sermon next Sunday. His household goods were loaded yesterday and will be moved overland, while the rest of the family stays in Bayard until relocation.
Mrs. J. S. Robbins was surprised Monday evening when friends gathered for a party in honor of her birthday. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Noah Steinman Mrs. Isabel Mack Mrs. Tom Kelly Mrs. Lair Mr. and Mrs. Dore and daughter Margaret Mr. and Mrs T Florence Atz Robert Atz Miss Leila Cutts and Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Robbins.
The B Y P U held a surprise party for Elwin Coker Saturday evening with guests Violet Henry Helen Cleveland Della and Blanche Peterson Elsie Fowler Grace White Helen Coker Harold Clark Cecil Henry Clarence Ralls and Elwin Coker. Games and music by a young violinist who recently graduated from a German music school were enjoyed.
Miss Verna Dow hosted friends Friday including Theresa Looney Janice Adams Francis Schott Josephine Wilson Josephine Wright and Ganson. A Christian church class hosts a Tuesday reception at Mrs Stephen J Epler for Mr and Mrs Woolrige. Baptist junior workers bid farewell to Jay Gould bound for Moscow Idaho. Campfire guardians planned a mothers night after meeting at Miss Josephine Ganson’s home Saturday.
Mrs Stephen J Epler entertained at dinner Sunday with guests Miss Clark Miss Jennings and 8S D Butcher.
Miss Vera Spencer entertained the D A R ladies Saturday afternoon with a dainty two course luncheon served to guests.
The Christian Church schedules a regular mid week meeting with baptismal services on Wednesday evening. The ladies circle will meet at the church Wednesday afternoon.
The woman’s home missionary society will meet with Mrs. R. M. Hampton Wednesday afternoon.
Episcopal St. Matthew's guild meets at the parish house Wednesday afternoon with Mrs H E Gantz as hostess. Presbyterian ladies auxiliary gathers Wednesday afternoon with Mrs A B Sturgeon at 1028 Laramie. WCTU meets Thursday afternoon with Mrs J T Parkhurst at 20 Cheyenne Ave, welfare program led by Mrs Henry. Rebekah lodge initiation and officer installation Friday. Hemingford chapter to be installed.
At the Imperial Theater on Monday night patrons viewed two or three reels of official U S war scenes filmed early in the conflict by the United States corps. The films are noted for their authenticity and are regarded as highly unusual for such screenings in the city.
Judge Westover ruled against Geo M Young in a district court suit against the Loer estate. Young, grandson of George M Loer, sought specific performance claiming Lucy promised him part of a Hemingford ranch if he relinquished his home. The court found no proven contract or filed agreement and noted land lease activity. expected appeal.
Local retailer Highland Holloway Company announces all day sales beginning Wednesday with door specials and discounts on featured merchandise.
John Weinell of a rural site north of Alliance sued Box Butte County for 1900 damages after a road cut through his property. The court found the claim filed after the January 7 1920 deadline and ruled for the county. Judge Westover said the claim was too late by one hour fifteen minutes.
Tonight at the Imperial the film Heart Strings stars William Farnum, adding a lovable character to his screen gallery. Hubert Bosworth’s His Own Law plays Wednesday. Flashes of Action returns by government permission for those who missed it. County Judge Tash reports 1920 cash fees total 2,264 with 2.80 balance returned after expenses.
Mrs. Nell Moran went to Lakeside Sunday. Miss Grace Shean spent the week end in Sidney. Otto Smith visits his uncle Dr. George J. Hand. Mrs. Flaherty went to Lakeside on a business trip. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Miller and Roy Miller returned from Omaha. Mrs. W. E. Cutts, who broke her arm New Year day, is improving rapidly. Fred Hill returned from Denver. Mrs. J. W. Barnes is slowly recovering. Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Jackson and baby of Iowa visit S. P. Jackson. Joe Barton of Hoffland was in Alliance for K. C. initiation and banquet. Bob Campbell and Floyd Smith drove to Alliance for the dance. Mrs. W. R. Pate returned from Denver. Miss Leota Henderson, telegraph operator at Angora, was in Alliance. A. D. Hutchinson of Angora is in city for sciatica and lumbago treatment. Miss Belva Tipple returned from Tabor Ia. Miss Julia Alice Wilson returned to Lakeside after weekend with Mrs. Higgins. Miss Lois Morley visiting Elsie Simpson. returned to Crawford. Miss Alice Boon returned from Bonner. Miss Kate Fletcher left for Newcastle Wyo to teach. Messrs. Leslie Hardy, Lyle Winecup, Charles Cahn and Mike Stevenson of Hemingford visited Alliance. Mrs. C. H. Sharp returned to Hemingford after visiting at Alliance.
Clarence Watson of Wyoming came to the city yesterday for ton sils removal. The procedure was performed by Dr. G. J. Hand.
Mr and Mrs Clay Cunningham returned Saturday from Great Falls Montana where they visited Mrs Cunninghams brother.
Alliance Chamber of Commerce announces a night and vocational school to be held twice weekly at a to be designated location. Courses include arithmetic spelling writing history and general markets with small registration fees. Competent teachers will be provided and anyone may register for more information.
A fragment notes Marinello enone line is on sale at a local beauty parlor named Cker’s, located at 13. The text is incomplete but indicates a sale event.
Railroad staff and relatives are listed with travel and leave details. Names include Mrs. A. B. Wheeler visiting Alliance, C. M. Slane resigning, Shaffer and two sons in Crawford, Frank Mackey laying off, Robert Atz visiting Edgemont, Mrs. Newberg and Donald in Maryland, Tom O Neal in Alliance, Harold Beans visiting his parents, Sam Fink planning Kansas City visit, Ralph Drent from Lincoln in town, Minnich on sixty day leave, E L Routh injured, FE B Larson and sister traveling to Kansas City, BE Dial and wife returning from Lincoln, and Drusilla Adams at Seward. Mrs Condit and husband return from Hannibal.
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