Rise of the village smithy and political reform talk
Washington letter notes Jim Tawney’s rise to influence on the International Joint Commission and his critics. It discusses the initiative and referendum movement led by Senator Owen, remarks on inauguration plans, Barrett’s diplomatic moves, party realignments, and a proposed Republican convention to unite progressives and moderates, with support from Governor Hadley and figures like La Follette.
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Smith
Jim” Tawney
the Forge
Appropriations
Congress
Minnesota
Taft
International Joint Commission
Washington
Canada
United States
Congressman Cooper
Middle West
Messrs. Tawney
Joe” Cannon
Tawney
Clapp
Poindexter
Bristow
Norris
Dixon
Cumming
Hadley
Senate
LaFollette
O. K
LaFollete
A Cure for Eczema Remedy Ad by F J Brennan
Eczema sufferers urged to use Meritol Eczema Remedy with claims of rapid relief. Exclusive agent F J Brennan promotes the product as a solution after other treatments fail. Advertisement dated 1892 March 6 to 27.
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F. J. Brennan
Sand Hills railroad talk and community farming notes
Local letters describe residents moving livestock to Billie Archer’s, trips to Alliance, and visits among Westleys and Elliots. Writers urge railroad construction through the sand hills, predicting a bumper 1912 crop and noting people moving back toward home life or Canada to seek work. The piece highlights plans for weekly meetings to drum up support and rail access benefiting Sheridan County farming.
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Alliance
Canada
Sheridan County
Endorsement for Meritol Pile Remedy by W H Holmes
A Decorah Journal reader proclaims relief from piles and hemorrhoids after using Meritol Pile Remedy. The testimonial notes rapid improvement after starting the treatment and claims no recurrence, with F J Crennon listed as exclusive agent Ady-3802-Mar-27.
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W. H. Holmes
Decorah
Journal
F. J. Crennon
Ady
Pioneer merchant of Alliance a Row an Corner figure
Jerry Rowan, born Homer Michigan in 1871, grew up in Nebraska and Box Butte county. He founded a small feed and coal business in Alliance on May 22 1903, bought Pilkington’s feed firm two months later, expanded to an elevator in 1909 and coal in 1911, building a thriving grain and coal enterprise known as Rowan Corner. He traveled from Minnesota to eastern Nebraska before settling in Alliance where he built enduring local ties.
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Jerry Rowan
Homer
Calhoun County
Mich
Columbus
Nebr
Thomas Rowan
Box Butte County
Snake Creek Valley
Howan
Minnesta
Nebraska
Old Box Butte
Hot Springs
Moses Wright
Pine Ridge
Alliance
John Pilkington
Gregg
Pew
Supt and Mrs FEBE Young Travel to Chicago
Supt and Mrs FEBE Young left last Friday for an airport trip. They planned a day stop in Omaha then proceed to Chicago where Mr Young attended a railroad officials meeting. Young had recently returned from Omaha for an eye examination.
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Febe
Young
Omaha
Chicago
Patient Recovers After Eye Trouble Surgery
The subject thought headaches arose from optic issues but a specialist found otherwise and recommended operation. She underwent the procedure to remove the cause and is now recovering, still experiencing some aftereffects.
Milk sow buyers call for listings at 4410
The Herald notes three inquiries last week from parties seeking to purchase milk sows. People wanting cows for sale are asked to call 4410 with a description, price, name, and phone number.
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Herald
Nebraska Press Association Annual Session Opens in Omaha
The forty first annual Nebraska Press Association gathering meets in Omaha June 2 to 4 1912 with newspapers men and women speaking to promote the state press. A memorial service for departed members is planned at the Rome hotel and sessions will be held at the hotel with round table discussions and informal talks by leading editors and printers. Omaha and South Omaha offer generous hospitality for the event and the program includes talks on improving Nebraska.
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Mann
Campbell
Kansas
Fitzgerald
New York
House
Mir Fitagerald
Ria T¢ Nebir
Nebraska Press Association
Eyry
Nebraska
Omaha
Rome Hotel
Monnlas
Cough Medicine For Children Advertised In Paper
A dated advertisement touts Chamholaday Cough as a safe pleasant remedy for children. It claims no harmful substances and offers ease of use, noting it is a favorite with many families and available from dealers.
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H. M. Bullock
F. M. Broome
U. S A
Block
Bruce Wilcox
U. S. Land Office
H. H. Bellwood
Holsten
Orie
F. J. Petersen Res
Petersen
Geo. J. Hand
Harry P. Coursey
D. EE. Tyler
Jas. P. Maxfield
Brennan’'S
H. A. Copley
Alliance National Bank
J. P. Hazard
Paul W.thomas
Phonel75 Alliance
Oliver McEuen
Hemingford
Clyde H. Tavenner
Washington, D. C
Senaor Owen
Owen
Oklahoma
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Arizona
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Republis
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Gold Dust Twins
L. M. Scott
Lakeside
Alliance Herald
Eunice Burnett
Cheyenne Ave
Dierks Lumber & Coal Co
Dray
DYE & Owens
Box Butte Ave
Clemant
Metts
Bob Westley
J. W. Dennis
Westley
Billie Archer
K. Squibbs
G. W. Eliott
Mrs. Eliott
R. W. Westley
Nettle Westley
Vic Covalt
Clarence Morgan
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