Random Shots of Ambition and Upright City Work
A local note says Carl Rockey left Jan tors union No. 13 for a city sewer gang post and began duties Wednesday morning. Stories recount Fourth of July escapades near Alliance and a colored soldier returning home with a decoration drawing attention from dusky belles. Spooks Anderson briefly joined Schem beck's orchestra but left after a misunderstanding.
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Carl Rockey
Jantors’ Union No. 13
City Sewer Gang
Uncle Sam
Local residents and visitors frequent Lakeside area events
Names and movements of Lakeside residents appear across a series of short items. Harold Hudson and W D Ryland travel between ranches and Antioch while families relocate or visit. The piece notes dances in Antioch, a trip planned to North Platte and Cheyenne, and local store employment changes plus a tongue in cheek reference to France and Mont Pelee.
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Harold Hudson
Harold Speer
Antioch
George Long
Bingham
W. D. Ryland
Ethel Gould
Hoffland
Clyde Simons
Hingham
P. D. Kirkpatrick
Misees Louise
Geneva Goodrich
Alliance
Howard
Blackledge
Western Potash Co
B. M. Johnston
Dick Hunsaker
Ray Brown
Roy House
Will Cartwright
W. H. Been
E. F. Osborne
Fort Graham
Merle Gardiner
A. S. Morris
J. L. Roe
Wee Beryeynolds
Flossie Graham
Lucille Osborn
Charles Carey
Alva Ash
George Lindley
Jesse Alison Rev Bronson
Dan Thompson
North Platte
Cheyenne
Spooks Consider Denver Flight to Buy On Airplane
A man contemplates bold, impractical plans to travel to Denver by air to make a purchase, reflecting on professional pride and audacious ambitions. The line hints at ambition and risk in a newspaper brief style.
Court to rule if trousers count as contraband for hip flasks
A court faces a humorous case on whether trousers become contraband when hip flasks are carried in them. If ruled affirmative, confiscation and auction sale could drive up clothing prices and raise costs.
Real estate assessment inquiry urged by county assessor
County Assessor J. G. Keagan invites owners to review the ongoing equalizing process. The ten day examination period offers a chance to inspect valuation work and verify figures as books are studied.
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J. G. Keagan
German leaders dispute over war blame grows clearer
A fragmented discussion on who bears responsibility for the war and its atrocities unfolds among German leaders. A general claims the Rheims shelling was not military necessity as claimed. Separate notices tease dances, wireless promises, and light social commentary on prices and fashion.
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Rheims
Antagonistic Requests Challenge City Street Railway
Two opposing petitions confront the street railway company, demanding higher wages for workers while advocating lower passenger fares. The clash highlights labor costs versus public transportation affordability in ongoing negotiations.
Daylight Saving Time Winds Down in Frustrated Tales
With some regions saving daylight and others not, the sun’s routine becomes a punchline. The article uses wit to describe the social mismatch as daylight saving time continues to divide communities and seasons.
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Sol
Dark horse favored by early tough knocks in boom phase
The phrase notes that the unlikely contender gains advantage from the toughest early blows as it progresses. The idea emphasizes resilience amid initial hurdles shaping eventual strength.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Carl
Harry Highland
Vikers
Duncans
Romeo
Spooks Anderson
Schembeck
Lakeside
Eeee
Jesse Brice
F. D. Cody and Sons
J. Pierce
Elise Ash
Hallie
Ellenworth
Roy Hamrich
Stewart, Neb
T. V. Gorman
Lakeside Mercantile Company
Western Oriental
Elmre Scott
France
United States
Mont Pelee
Denver
Happy Hollow
Signor Marconi
Florence
Glen Miller
Highland-Holloway Co
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