Crusade Sparks Across Scottsbluff Headlines and Local Notes
A colorful Scottsbluff column lampoons sensational local headlines about city life and “potato whisky” in a humorous scene. The piece then lists town visits, moves, sales, and daily back-and-forth among residents including Wilder Goodrich, Arthur Blackledge, Mrs. Caylor, Carl Bowen, J. H. Lunsford, and others, ending with a courtroom quip about honesty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilder Goodrich
Geo. Cannon
Tony Row
Arthur Blackledge
Hay Springs
N. H. Beens
Caylor
Carl Bowen
Roy Howse
Alliance
J. H. Lunsford
Whitman
Mr. Dickerson
Herman
Ed Osborn
Antioch
Vampelt
Saymans Brothers
Lakeside
Hyannis
Special Agent Smith
J. H. Linsford
G. G. Nelson
Star Ranch
Jap Woodward
Brewster
J. B. McClemmit
Vern Perrin
Lee Taylor
Joe Cade
Perri Ranch
Lee Wells
Cox Ranch
Chas. Fowler
George Cooper
Doris Hunsaker
Beatrice Westover
Bertha
Marian Tyler
Martin Rochford
Ellsworth
Harry Minick
W. di. Been
No Proof of Evil in Youthful Romance
A column defends young couples enjoying auto rides and summer courtsship. It argues that affectionate behavior in dim light or on porches does not prove wrongdoing, contravening letters blaming youths. The piece claims prudish neighbors oversimplify springtime attraction and asserts flirtation needs neither alarm nor punishment.
Switch Tender and Track Walker at Freight Yards
A morning dispute erupts over a shipment at the freight yards involving a young elephant. Murphy, O'Brien, and Dugan clash over its status and billing, creating a chaotic scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saint Locey
Murphy
O'Brien
Dugan
tLife
A Sore Point Questioned in Southern Court
A judge sternly asks the defendant why he struck a man in a trial set in the South. The defendant replies with a brief, unfinished statement beginning with Your Honor, indicating uncertainty or reluctance to answer.
Registry Office Counselor Ponders Ideal Married Life
A comic exchange shows a registry manager and a domestic worker debating the right length of marriage for a peaceful home. The couple had one month of marriage while a ten year span proves too long.
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Manger
Registry Office
First Lady and Second Lady Quote on Lost Money
A witty exchange about a ten dollar gift and a second gift follows. The First Lady remarks with regret and charity while the Second Lady notes the missed chance to lose more money. The brief exchange captures light social banter about gifts and misfortune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Firestone
Tips on home-brew receipt and social odds
A quirky column notes a home-brew receipt idea and observes social tensions around drinking. It juxtaposes advice for social meetings with colorful descriptions of color perception and a shopkeeper’s odd contrast about red tones.
Plane planned to carry over 100 people
An airplane to carry over 100 people is being planned. After a while, we will be able to spend weekends in Europe.
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Europe
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Scottsblull
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Spock
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Maxwells
Jia” Espense
Akron
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General Tire and Rubber Co
Alliance Tire Works
Geo. E. Mintzer
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