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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1909
Page
4
Tromas B Sukuweov announces candidacy for the Democratic and People's Party nomination for Sheriff of Box Butte County subject to the August 17 1909 primary. He asks for support from voters in the county.
County Judge L A Berry seeks the office in Box Butte county as a Democrat and Peoples Independent candidate for the upcoming term. He plans to run in the August 17 1909 primary election and pledges to qualify and serve if elected. Dated July 19 1909.
Frep H Mountaine announces candidacy for re election as Treasurer of Box Butte county subject to Democratic and Peoples Independent voters at the primary election set for Tuesday August 17 1909.
To the voters of Box Butte County Au Wikar declares for a square deal to the taxpayer and affirms his candidacy for Sheriff in the Republican primaries on August 17 1909.
Carvey M. Cox announces his candidacy for the office of Sheriff of Nox Butte County subject to the will of the Democratic and Peoples independent voters at the primary election to be held Tuesday August 17 1900.
A candidate announces for county treasurer of Box Butte County on the Republican ticket. The entry states intent to run in the August primary with a personal note from Joan Pinxixaton.
The notice announces the Republican primary election for the Box Butte County Superintendent of Public Instruction seat to be held August 17. Candidate Ona E. Puitries is listed as contesting the re election status under the supervision of the County Superintendent of Public Instruction office.
The Herald of Ashkosh reports a 1912 population target of 1,200 for Devel county. The note says 1,200 will make a good little town if they are all live ones.
Interest groups and local supporters concede that the Union Pacific line may extend into the North Platte valley this year, with residents of Goring and surrounding towns hopeful for the project.
The county option does not equal prohibition. It allows more voters to decide the liquor use question in a community. Many supporters of county option oppose prohibitionist labels and favor public input in the decision.
The Herald reports John Pilkington has entered the Republican nomination for county treasurer. An old-timer of Box Butte county he once ran business in Alliance and has broad voter acquaintance. If the treasurer race shifts unexpectedly he could prove faithful in office.
A Nebraska court ruling declares the nonpartisan judiciary law unconstitutional on a technicality unseen to the naked eye, prompting renewed calls for a truly nonpartisan system and raising questions about legal reform.
The text argues that partisan decisions may secure or jeopardize reelection of partisan court members. It notes growing Republican dissatisfaction with machine tactics and suggests more Republicans will reject party-controlled processes in future elections as public will increases.
The piece argues higher costs for suits, overcoats, shoes, and meat next winter are not traders fault but the Aldrich tariff. It claims protection will slash the workingman's dollar to about 30 cents and cheers the tariff as a safeguard.
Ora E Phillips announces his candidacy in the primaries for Box Butte county superintendent. The local paper notes his faithful service to the county schools and regrets that current party rules prevent a nonpartisan bid despite broad approval and no opposition to his reelection.
Mr. Bryan urges President Taft to sign and push constitutional amendments for an income tax and direct election of Senators. He notes Taft's openness and asks if now is the moment to present a second amendment for popular Senatorial choice. Bryan pledges effort to help secure ratification, seeking Taft's decisive leadership and public confidence.
A state W T U leader argues public sentiment drives prohibition, urging continued crusade to create political will for enforcing laws. She cites towns where electing officials who back enforcement improves compliance and urges W C T U to keep promoting the cause through columns, editorials, and sermons.
The text urges holding mass meetings to back law enforcement, private and public discussion among friends, and distributing literature to create a public sentiment favoring enforcing prohibition laws. It stresses electing officials who support enforcement, persistent activism, and patience as key to long-term success.
Nebraska state politics stir as State Senator M L Feiss of Valley County writes July 1 1909 to Thomas Darnell of the Anti Saloon League outlining positions on county option strict law enforcement and public expenditure economy Feiss asserts he does not plan to run but mounts a clear agenda for the Republican field and the state electoral debate.
Nebraska, state of schools, boasts the highest literacy rate and plans to increase educational facilities. The legislature reduced other expenses but did not cut any appropriation for education at its last session.
An editorial notes Nebraska’s trend of increased appropriations for education despite cuts elsewhere. It praises the state’s literacy record yet argues for broader goals: reading with comprehension and broader schooling up to college level, to continue education as a growing state objective.
The Allied Temperance Forces of Nebraska met in York July 8 and 9 1909. After a long debate delegates agreed on immediate county option followed by state wide prohibition. The convention adopted the plan Friday morning with near unanimous support and a reminder that united action strengthens the temperance cause.
Deputy Labor Commissioner Maupin details Nebraska as a growing manufacturing state alongside its strong agricultural base. He notes $151 million in manufactured goods from Nebra ska-raised materials in 190, with wages over $20 million, and lists a wide range of products from automobiles and cigars to machinery and furniture, illustrating diversification beyond farming.
An Nebraska article urges farmers in Box Butte County to shift from shock threshing to fall plowing. Deep plowing improves mineral availability, creates soil water reservoirs, reduces erosion, and spreads workload. It also notes disking before plowing to soften crust and prevent wind drift, while warning about insurance and fire-water issues tied to new sewer work.
The home of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Keegan two miles east of Alliance welcomes Mrs. M. Keegan of Byville Kansas and Edward Keegan of Axtell Kansas for a several weeks visit. This is Mother Keegan’s first trip away from home in a long while and well wishes are expressed for an enjoyable stay in Box Butte county.
We thank the many friends for loving deeds and kind words during our recent sorrow. We feel our loss was our loved one's gain and pray through our falling tears that God’s will be done. Mrs. Nellie Heath and families express gratitude for support.
The Frontier Carnival in Cheyenne Wyoming runs August 18 to 21 with promises of the biggest event yet. For a detailed program contact secretary F H Barrow, reserve rooms with Edward F Stable, and buy reserved seats after August 7. The Box Butte County Fair in western Nebraska is described as the biggest and best ever.
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