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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1908
Page
5
Notice calls all Alliance citizens to a May 13 1908 meeting at 8 PM in City Hall with the mayor and city council to decide on the best means to raise necessary revenue for city affairs. Urges attendance. By order of the mayor. Co. C. Smriin. Attest, W. O. Basnes. Clerk.
The examination will be held in Hemingford and Alliance on May 15 and 16 at their high schools, conducted by Miss Opal Russell and Miss Horton. Students must arrive promptly. No charges. Passing all required subjects with an average of 75 percent and no below 66 in any subject grants a diploma. The diploma ensures free high school privileges in Nebraska and eligibility for junior or state normal schools.
Reporters note that some young men consider forming a Buster Brown club inspired by a recent Mary Jane society. Details are scarce with secret signs and a club song titled Ive Got My Fingers Crossed. A California inspired muse dedicates a verse to the Mary Janes.
Royal Highlanders held a public dance at the Phelan Opera House on Monday night. Despite bad weather the small crowd enjoyed the evening with many dances and spirited participation.
Citizens of Alliance and nearby areas are urged to contact T. J. O Keefe early about attending the Democratic national convention in Denver in July. The Bryan club aims to aid nonpartisan attendance as demand for tickets grows and access may be limited.
A historical urging defends state sovereignty and individual liberty. It warns against centralized ukases and paternalism, arguing the United States should remain a federation of states with limited federal power while preserving constitutional rights and enterprise.
Dr Thomas S Baker argues against excessive tutoring and easy tasks that shield boys from responsibility. He contends overly coached youth risk creating mental mollycoddles and stunted intellects while urging more balanced schooling with real scholars and students.
Richard T Crane argues that wealthy owners who steal from society create the motive for anarchists. He notes elites denounce anarchists while profiting from ill gotten wealth. He claims recent events show rich criminals fall to disgrace, imprisonment, or death when honesty in business is ignored.
Opinion by E. B. Butler of Chicago on wealth and philanthropy. He praises Carnegie libraries and cultural centers, arguing that generous gifts aiding public education and enlightenment are valuable and deserve praise even amid criticism.
A St Nicholas article explains angle wings or thaw butterflies survive winter, waking in warm spells and sunning near hibernation sites. They endure cold, existing as both chrysalis and mature butterflies with some remaining in chrysalis longer during severe winters.
A moral discussion on police duty and risks in confronting outlaws cites Cy Warman on delaying fire and the high costs of shooting first. It notes the Dominion government and British Empire backing officers and the global reach of pursuit from Canada to Scotland Yard and Pinkertons.
A railway company counsel recalls a section hand killed by an express train. The widow sues for damages while a key witness swears the whistle had not blown until after the man fell. The witness later concedes the whistle, if timely, would favor the company, then explains it was likely for the next worker.
A. J. Macy of The Herald office offers a reward for the return of a large open-faced silver watch with an Elk's head on the back. The message notes delivery of The Denver Times to homes for 65 cents per month and directs placing orders at the Bee Hive store.
The public sale of Kentucky jacks at the Checkered Front Livery Barn by H. C. Holt & Sons of Kearney drew a good crowd. Jacks sold to R. R. Reddish 575, E. Boyer 450, Jack Lister 442.50, True Miller 400, J. Herrin 345, Wm. Kline 100. Also four Shorthorn bulls from Ed Meyers herd are for sale at ranch of Wm Welch in Bingham Neb.
For sale a dark brown Percheron stallion four years old weighing about 1600 pounds. Guaranteed a breeder and of gentle disposition. Can be seen at the former Baxter farm. For further particulars inquire there or at Phillips Livery Barn. 17-tf.
A notice posted by R. M. Hampton seeks identification of the owners of two horses branded YV on their right thighs. The estray listing asks claimants to come forward with ownership proof.
For Rent. The section and security plots 32 and 26-49 with cultivated acres. Inquire of W H Tuomas for details and terms.
All persons indebted to Everett Cook are requested to pay at once. Accounts not settled by May 20 will be placed in the hands of a collector.
Parties with cases and keys belonging to King's Place are requested to return them at once.
All parties acknowledging debt to King's Place are urged to call and settle immediately. Any accounts not settled by May 76 will be turned over to a collector.
Steam plow outfit disc and mould board plow plus tanks and fixtures offered. Inquire of J C McCorkle.
A Parisian, described as pale and hagard, sits sinking into a steamer chair as a neighbor asks about breakfast. He replies delicately that he has not breakfasted, but on the contrary, signaling distress in a restrained, tactful tone. The vignette reflects a subtle, humane moment from Everyman’s Magazine.
The name Oscar, given by Napoleon to Bernadotte’s son the first King Oscar, came from Ossian as a heroic character Napoleon admired. The attribution notes it was not for Swedish ties but Napoleonic interest in the Macpherson work Ossian.
Sealed bids will be received by J. F. Reid in Torrington Wyoming until 12 o clock noon on Wednesday May 76 for labor above foundation including prime coat on exterior of United Presbyterian Church. Plans available at Copeland's Hardware. Right reserved to reject any or all bids. G W Gamace secretary and J F Rein chairman.
For a pleasant evening's entertainment go to the Crystal Picture Parlors. Let Geo. D. Darling measure cut and lay floor coverings to save money. George D. Darling Housefurnisher offers everything for the home including freezers and squeezers for ice cream and lemons at Geo. D. Darling's store.
A witty exchange from the Chicago Journal frames a flirtatious line: Jack claims endless kisses, while the practical narrator questions what she will live on beyond romance. The quip highlights playful urban wit and dating banter.
Miscellaneous notes show lending on farm and city land credits, farm produce buys, bakery and bakery items, coal delivery prompts, dental services, and a sale of an old six room house. Names include J Rowan and F E Reddish with addresses and phone hints, plus farm equipment and buggies for sale or trade.
Advertisement notes shirt waist sale at Regan's and urges buyers to plan with S. C. Beck before spring work starts. Also seeks a 16 to 20 year old apprentice in Baker's trade, with good inducements to the right applicant.
For Sale Cheap. Household goods. Also new piano is desired. These goods are in modern house which can be rented reasonable. Call at this office, 16-11. Big new furniture delivery at Geo. D. Darling's store. See the Alaska crystal picture parlor. Coldest refrigerator sold in Alliance. Pay cash for groceries and buy them cheap of M. O. New. Largest stock of Rugs Carpets Linoleums Floor Oil Cloth Mattings in Alliance at Geo. D. Darling's. S C Beck quotes mill work tanks screens storm sash and repair work.
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