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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1920
Page
6
A Lincoln commentary rails at the city’s reputation as a holy place amid a reform era. It notes faculty and students rally to curb temptations while debates touch on university protection, campus culture, and municipal backlash against provocative events and carnival sponsorships.
Fragmentary reminiscence notes past student efforts with unclear outcomes. The passage hints at memories of actions and their perceived lack of lasting surface success, leaving uncertainties about what was accomplished.
Reformers once argued students should dance only one night a week. An order to restrict activities followed, boosting business at Bullard and drawing more patrons to the Sixteenth and O venue. Supervision increased with chaperones everywhere, marking a notable victory for reformers.
The writer reflects on Lin coln’s dislike of certain civic conditions from church Sunday minimalism to a recent dispute over cat licensing. A brief Journal article prompted these thoughts.
The piece recalls years of carnival controversy in Lincoln linked to coastal bathing dress reforms at Capital Beach and measures against traveling shows. It notes public officials' harsh views while arguing that moral judgments apply to many locals as well, and that carnival travelers include both good and bad individuals.
The piece notes that people enjoy carnival sights from Zoro the wild girl to mud eating, merry-go-round rides, and the lovers tub. It mentions the ferris wheel and mixed views on shows, jazz versus orchestral music, the dance of veils, and a lecturer’s performance, concluding that many kinds make up the world.
The article exposes a carnival firm seeking American Legion support to pressure the city council. It offered the veterans five percent of net proceeds and at least $400, arguing the legion needed funds. It warns many merchants fall for fake advertising schemes, despite limited work by endorsing groups.
A new book outlines a treatment for leg sores from varicose ulcers promising healing without pain or surgery. Readers may obtain it free by writing a card or letter to Dr H J Whittier at Suite 19 1109 McGee Kansas City Missouri.
For sale a nine room modern house in the best town area. Priced right with good terms. See Nebraska Land Company.
The line notes that men's trousers worn at the side rather than the front are considered unsuitable in an era of revolving doors, reflecting a fashion stance of the period and its practical concerns.
An odd classified fragment notes sale terms from Nebraska Land Company about two room houses. It mentions prices and terms and hints at a local real estate listing. The piece also contains stray comments about social behavior and a remark on Herald subscription cost.
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