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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1921
Page
6
A country correspondent recalls a long trip and slow return to normalcy. The writer notes limited improvement in condition, reserves nurses, and jokes about a wartime life while recounting a former printer who fell on hard times after quitting the trade.
A narrator raised with the belief that mountains lie only in the Rockies discovers the Black Hills around Sylvan Lake as a striking, nearly mountain like landscape. The piece notes a sense of awe at this new geographic feature and hints at the namer's blunt temperament.
A vintage ad promoting Nature's Remedy NR Tablets to halt laxative abuse. It claims NR cleanses digestive and eliminative systems, improves digestion, appetite, liver function, and kidney bowel action, with a 25 cent price per box and druggist guarantees.
The article notes the state could boost tourism by promoting mountain scenery, though it laments the absence of a timber line and urges authorities to act to acquire such features. It implies government action could leverage natural attractions for economic benefit.
The excerpt reflects a nostalgic, rose tinted view of Sylvan Lake with mixed feelings about friends and a desire to avoid open ruptures. It warns against omissions and urges restraint while acknowledging lingering happiness and dreamlike thinking.
A writer dismisses Syvan Lake as disappointing beside rugged mountain lakes. Tourists flock to signs like The Devil’s Cauldron and seek views from distant places, but the scenery often falls short of true mountain lake beauty.
The narrator contrasts Syl van Lake with Broncho, noting Syl van Lake’s name fits perfectly. It describes the lake as a quarter the size of Broncho and a landscape almost surrounded by sheer cliff walls. The scene is presented as beautiful, with a nod to old philosophers marveling at nature.
The article notes Sylvan Lake as part of a new South Dakota state park of about 32 000 acres with a developing road system from Cus ter. Tourists crowd the cottage glen near the lake as plans for roads and hotel services promise a strong tourist economy despite limited access and rough travel conditions.
A passerby recounts a man sliding down a mountain path his foot slips and something gives way causing him to walk with a sideways posture and an averted face.
A short vacation pitch praises Sylvan Lake Hotel and Mrs Peters for fair fishing wood food and pleasant company. The piece likens it to Aunt Marys visit and notes many honeymooners among guests, suggesting hospitality comes naturally.
The piece notes a capable hotel cook who delights guests with bread and pies. It describes the friendly pavilion staff and their homey atmosphere. Harney Peak is praised for its height, with locals taking pride in its prominence above nearby peaks. The tone wryly encourages travelers to exaggerate as a joke.
A narrator recalls early eagerness to scale a mountain, followed by waning energy as day trips arrive from the road. Visitors arrive after long drives, their tired strides and peeling skin signaling fatigue and diminished zeal, though the evening adds a merry note to the auto tourist scene.
The group discusses the campfire and hears tales carried by the wind, reaching a point where the speaker feels they know enough without climbing. They remark on the weary journey, mention the view toward Hot Springs, and question the value of laboring in the sun to glimpse the town, while noting hotel guests remain friendly.
A hazy sketch of travel impressions through rose tinted views. The narrator recalls climbing smaller rocks and enjoying the experience, noting that visitors can go as far as they like and remain under the spell of the rocks.
Deference to Col. Frederick W. Galbraith Jr national commander of the American Legion rises worldwide after his fatal Indianapolis auto accident. Posts in St Louis wear crepe armbands and blue ribbons while Illinois posts observe silence and drafts of regret resolutions flow to his widow.
A scheduled Order of Eastern Star meeting is announced for tonight and will include an initiation ceremony.
PTOVIESS presents a childhood tale as Breezy Eason stars as a street waif who flees a harsh stepfather. He meets a tramp gang, is rescued, and adopted by a kind lawyer. A shattered romance is renewed and outlaws are captured by the boy’s clever actions.
A young American girl pursues singing success in The Great Lover. The world famous tenor known as The Great Lover becomes enamored as his numerous affairs draw attention. The play is described as a pippin.
Viola Dana plays a clever adventuress who relies on striking sartorial style to gain social entry in the entertaining picture play Blackmail. Her successful ruse drives the plot and promises stylish intrigue.
Members of the American Legion in Louisiana Mississippi and Florida report success in barring Mennonites from settling there and state the group will move to Mexico. Legion members opposed the settlement citing religious exemption from military service.
The American Legion backed measure for servicemen in Oregon was sustained by a three to one vote in a recent referendum. It provides for a $15 payment for each month of service.
Mr and Mrs M P Ryan traveled to Grand Island to celebrate Independence Day. They enjoyed the holiday in the city, taking part in local gatherings and observing the Fourth with friends and family.
A dialect scene features Rartus warning of a raised fist and a boyish threat, with Sam replying that it would bring endless watermelons chickens and pork chops to bloom. The exchange centers on a moment of tension and a suggestion of consequences.
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