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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
2
A reader asks about rear axle noise and pinion tightness. The bevel gear shifting causes binding unless the truss rod is tightened and housing bolts secured, avoiding DIY gear adjustments. Detailed guidance warns against self-repair if unfamiliar.
A long excerpt covers chain carbon removal from cylinders, ignition points, intake manifolds, battery life, compression changes, axle straightening, bevel gear teeth, inner tubes, babbitt bearings, and crankshaft scraping. It provides practical, step by step guidance and cautions on methods and safety for vintage automotive maintenance.
The note describes a large flame issuing from the exhaust under hard acceleration or when cut off. Experts say timing, valve adjustment, or carburetor mix could be the cause, with possible carbon buildup or late spark. A visual inspection and correct timing is advised.
A resident of the east part of town was confronted by a stranger who begged for thread then used it to wrap around trees and a neighbor’s house. Detained by officers, Dan Dorell claimed no home and appeared mentally undone. He was deemed insane by an insanity board and committed to an asylum. The report also notes a state convention at Fullerton with Mrs. Charles Tully elected as delegate.
The Alliance band drew praise at the stockmen’s convention for rehearsing ahead of time and delivering strong performances. The article lauds the short-lived group’s rapid progress and notes plans for a junior band to boost city musical strength. Director Wilson is praised for guiding the band toward top-state status.
Heavy rains along the Burlington caused landslides and washouts that kept about 2,000 people away from the stockmen’s convention week. Trains ran irregularly, delaying arrivals and missed connections at Junction points. Alliance was selected for the 1916 state P. E. O. convention.
The 26th national convention of the T P A met in Omaha from June 14 to 18. Delegates described the gathering as highly successful with work completed and time for socializing. Prominent welcomes were offered by W C White Mayor Dahlman Gov Morehead and Senator Hitchcock. Delegates from Post M. Alliance R C Strong and Robert Ludington returned pleased with the entertainment provided.
County Assessor Jelinek completes 1915 personal property tolls for Box Butte with little change from 1914. Automobiles show the largest gain with 38 more units. cattle rise by 165. jacks and jennies decrease by 26. Totals: 1914 value 399,875 and 1915 value 967,590.
Gavin and family depart for the Black Hills for two weeks of fishing and camping. McCook division washouts largely repaired. Officials expect the full system to return to normal by the end of the week or the start of next. An order has been issued for the continuation of service adjustments.
Superintendent W M Weidenhamer and family depart for San Francisco to attend the exposition. They are joined by E J Straub of Galesburg and F D Weidenhamer of Sterling as they travel by rail via Portland and return by the southern route. The journey promises a fine trip.
Lloyd B. Thomas, a young Galveston newspaper man, was shot by John W. Young Jr proprietor of the Labor Dispatch. The bullet hit his abdomen after piercing the forearm. surgeons did not probe for the bullet. Young was released on a $500 bond signed by Marsene Johnson and others.
An exchange between two gentlemen shows one asking for twenty dollars and the other offering a plan to obtain it quickly. The lender cannot provide cash but suggests a prompt workaround. The scene ends with gratitude and a humorous twist involving a cat.
A narrator recalls lively floor antics including a tremens-stricken gentleman and a neighbor whose heated talk led to a near ear-biting incident. The eleven year old questions whether happiness is dull, while the speaker argues recreation keeps people from gloom.
Mrs Monte Hargraves was summoned to York at noon Wednesday by telegraph reporting her mother is seriously ill.
Five room cottage in good repair at 116 Missouri Avenue with large rooms. Rent offered at $12 per month. Asking price $1000. Contact Dr George J Hand 29-10-5690.
Classified notice announces old papers for sale at The Herald Office priced at five cents per bundle. Local residents urged to inquire at the office for bundles and availability.
A visitor asks a small girl what he has seated her on his lap for. She replies for candy. He counters with a supposedly sweeter reward a real kiss. The girl deflects, saying her papa gives candy and kisses to the governess, citing his actions.
A western Iowa resident, who struck it rich, bought a large Italian marble Venus de Milo statue for his new home. The statue arrived damaged, and he sued the railroad for $2,000, winning the case. A New York girl wavers on scarlet fever sounding in a comic tone.
A young woman new to mission work in the east side of New York comments on the monotonous and cheerless existence of tenement inhabitants, noting scarce brightness in daily life.
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