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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
4
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A remark attributed to Jack London about writing on impulse prompts calls for medical consultation for fits. The quote suggests potential health concerns and urges professional evaluation.
A Chicago waiter has saved twenty five thousand dollars, illustrating the old adage that all things come to the man who waits as his prudent earnings grow.
The report notes Grover Cleveland is ill and that three physicians are attending him.
A remark notes that after 200 years no progress has occurred in fish hook design or in the way fish tales are told. The statement hints at stagnant craft and enduring lore within maritime culture.
A Brooklyn man who recently died left half his fortune to a bartender. The line of succession highlights unexpected charitable bequests and the ongoing work ethic of those in service roles.
The belief that hydrophobia does not exist loses support as deaths from rabies continue to occur. The article notes ongoing fatal cases despite the theory challenging the disease’s existence.
A newspaper notes that major financial interests appear warmer to Taft. observers suggest they fear a tougher stance from the president if they withhold support. The tone implies possible political pressure shaping business backing.
The bankers understand Bryan's reference to guaranteeing one another but seek to know if presidential contenders will commit to similar mutual guarantees in economic policy and cooperation.
The report notes William Jennings Bryan was accidentally locked in the White House during the late governors' convention and suggests he may return with a latch key to the establishment next year.
The Republican National Committee announces a $150 prize for the best essay on why the party should be successful next November. Rumors say the committee may not pay, as it does not believe it will have to shell out the cash.
Depositors in the first bank to fail in Oklahoma since the new guarantee law took effect were paid in full as soon as state authorities assumed control. The piece notes that a similar Nebraska law would be highly beneficial.
A reader criticizes fashion magazines for catering to the wealthy with extreme waists and styles that do not suit average healthy people, arguing for a magazine that serves common people.
In Crackerland the Georgia governor and the Augusta Chronicle clash over claims of political deceit. The Chronicle counters with strong labels calling Smith a colossal political fraud amid a heated state campaign.
Some national politicians expect LaFollette to join the Bryan ranks this fall, a move that could siphon a large Wisconsin following and jeopardize the Republican chance at the polls.
An Indiana judge denied a liquor license despite the applicant meeting all state requirements. He cited social harms from traffic in intoxicating liquors, stating it wrecks families, leads to murder, fills poorhouses and penitentiaries, and provides fodder for the hangman.
The article recalls Sir William Crookes warning of a wheat yield shortfall and possible world famine. It notes a deficit of 400 million bushels worldwide, with the United States holding 493 million bushels in surplus. The U S could meet demand only by releasing emergency stocks for export.
The piece analyzes Taft Roosevelt tensions, party packing claims against the Republican committee, and the Democratic rise led by Bryan. It discusses possible vice presidential picks, Mitchell and Marrison, and notes Lloyd's Democratic campaign push in Washington with focus on House gains amid regional shifts and the black vote.
Attendance at the Stock Growers Association annual meeting in Alliance was light due to weather and other factors but attendees expressed strong enthusiasm. R M Hampton presided, Eugene Burton welcomed guests, Bruce McCullough delivered a witty response, and Dr. R A Ramsey spoke on Mange or Scabies.
Professor Wilson spoke on loyalty to home teachers and school at chapel. Miss Evelyn Ester left Bridgeport to teach rural school at sixty dollars a month. Enrollment rose to about 220 with strong faculty effort and plans for basketball and music classes. Local directors visit to hire teachers and praise for a proposed permanent state normal in the region.
Bonded abstractor Richard H. Watkins transfers to John C. Mc Corkle on multiple parcels with values ranging from 1,600 to 2,000 dollars. E H Boyd transfers to John C. Mc Corkle and others with several sections involved and prices cited. Edwin G. Dirk transfers to Jenette Hubbell for specified nw and sw portions valued at 1 dollar and other consideration. John Robinson to Myrtle L. Robinson lot transfer in Alliance for 2,000 dollars. Wil G. Simonson to Patrick H. Dillon and Hutchinson Co Land Co to Ludwig Kiscenana noted. Rubendall to Albert Schafer and William Wilcox to Prude Broyles Jr. with multiple lot parcels in Alliance. Crystal Picture Parlors advertised for entertainment.
A spoof column in 1908 Alliance items quotes a nameless admirer praising wit and satire. It parodies notices with quips about Liars Council licenses, jokes on Edison, local politics, elopement humor, weather and storms near Bayard and Scottsbluff, a governor’s visit, cattle killed by lightning, a racing car mishap, and a Texas girl noted for orthography, ending with an ad for George D. Darling's rug and carpet stock in Alliance.
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