Hemingford Ledger Attacks Assessor Countered
County Assessor John Pilkington defends his work against a Hemingford Ledger critique. He states real estate was last assessed in 1919 and 1923, explains biannual reassessment rules, and notes corrections to under or overvalued properties. He adds the Ledger misstates book handling and clarifies the countywide plan for next year.
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Hemingford Ledger
John Pilkington
Irish
Hemingford
Pilkington
Alliance
Omeeee
Pilkinm
Pilkins
Pilkingston
Clarge
Alliance Announces Three Day Buying Event
Merchants in Alliance plan a three day buyers carnival on November 21 to 23 with free entertainment. The event features Hitchy Koo, a Raymond Hitchcock musical comedy, plus bargains across merchandise. The organizing committee promises a refined program and added incentives to draw visitors to the city.
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Raymond Hitchcock
Alliance
Jeffers Leads Morrill County Raid on Hidden Still
Chief C. W. Jeffers and Sheriff Ray Newman raided a small ten gallon still hid in an old barn south of Edgeport. Two men named Pete Brown and Slim Norris assisted. the operators were not active when found but were preparing to run.
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C. W. Jeffers
Ray Newman
Morrill County
Edgeport
Pete Brown
Slim Norris
First Real Snow of the Season Blanketed Alliance Area
The first real snow of the season is reported in Alliance with precipitation starting Monday evening and continuing all day. Despite warm temperatures causing rapid melting, the fall is heavy enough to be noteworthy across western Nebraska. Reports from Begwood indicate widespread coverage but no material travel delays.
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Alliance
Nebraska
Alliance Runs to 23 14 Victory Over Scottsbluff
Alliance defeated Scottsbluff 23 to 14 on Scottsbluff field in a hard fought game. Dailey starred with long touchdown runs and Joder and Dailey received commendations for leadership and key plays as Alliance built a halftime lead and held on.
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Alliance
Spotted
Iast
Scottsbluff
Lottebtuff
Dailey
Joder
Chrisman
Twies
Garvin
Grain
Ley
Cross
Allinnes
Scottshluik
Pickett
Roland
Wyatt
Love
Chteroat
Harrison Maten
Risman
Fowler
Purdy
Dorman
Verde
Alliance Citizens May Have Opportunity to See General Foch
O Neill residents may welcome Field Marshal Foch commander in chief of the Allied armies during World War I. A visit to Rosebud and Pine resources is planned as part of his U S tour. The American Legion meets in Sioux City this week and organizers hope to bring the general by special train to Valentine then by auto to visit.
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O'Neill
Field Marshallech
Rosebud
Pine Ri
Marshal Koch
Aas City
Northwestern
Valentine
O’ Neillionier
Salvation Army Drive At Benailla Camp Ends With Strong Tally
The Salvation Army drive staged last Saturday by Benailla campfire members and guardian Mrs T W Cross raised about 800 dollars in estimates, though final returns from the canvass are not yet available.
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Salvation Army
Benailla Campfire
T. W. Cross
Guardian
School Board Building Plans Debated At Chamber Luncheon
The Alliance school board discussed bids for a $200,000 portion of a $250,000 bond issue at a chamber luncheon. Some business leaders urged delay, while board members and Lions Club President R Harper advocated proceeding if needed. Chair J S Rhein presided as bond firms spoke and Fred W Harris defended timely construction to avoid regressing the school system.
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Alliance School Board
Chamber of Commerce
J. 8. Rhein
Echool
J. S. Rhein
Glen Miller
Messrs
Cliffe
Omaha
Newton
Denver
James
Bryan
Lincoln
Nelson
Chicago
Fred W. Harris
Harris
R. Harper
Lions Club
O'Brien Palmer Suits Heard in County Court
Sam O'Brien Antioch attorney sued Frank Palmer rancher in county court. O'Brien won 190 for one suit and 75 for another after a rare dual-role trial with five jurors. The commission included six jurors, and one was excused as a volunteer fireman.
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Sam O'Brien
Antioch
Frank Palmer
O'Brien
Palmer
Tash
iNer
Bill Bicknell
Simon More
Ren. Lesage
Ed Henry
W. H. Harper
Harper
Jm Lparg Vapine Eatags
Nebraska Weather: Snow Tonight and Cold Midwest Low
The forecast covers Nebraska with cloudy skies and snowfall across portions tonight. North and east sections expect colder air, while western areas rise in temperature by Wednesday.
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Nebraska
Memorial Service for the Legion Armistice Day
Memorial services will be held at St Matthews Episcopal church at 10 a m Friday November 11 in honor of soldiers who fell in the world war. The Alliance post of the American Legion will attend and meet at the city hall at 0 30 a m. Ex soldiers urged to wear uniforms but welcome in civilian clothes.
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St. Matthews’ Episcopal Church
Andrew Dodge
Alliance Post
American Legion
Alliance
Legion
District Veterinary Inspector to Operate From Federal Building
Postmaster Robert Graham received a Treasury letter authorizing room No 240 on the second floor of the federal building for the bureau of animal husbandry and district inspector J M Stipson USS W for headquarters and city operations in this district.
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Robert Graham
Edward Clifford
Secretary of the Treasury
Federal Building
Bureau of Animal Husbandry
Department of Agriculture
J. M. Stipson
USS. W
Moonshine case yields $1000 fine and one month jail
Tom Gray, captured distilling moonshine on the old Clough ranch near Alliance, pleaded guilty on one count in district court before Judge Harry Stauffer. He drew a $1000 fine and a month in the county jail, with a potential longer term if costs are not paid.
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Tom Gray
Clough Ranch
Alliance
Tash
Rushville
Harry Stauffer
Omaha
W. H. Wentover
Gray
Miller
James Glandon
L. 5
Wright
Hemingford
Glandon
New State Reformeer
Illiam Maunier
Iller
Udge
Cain
Armistice Day Service at St Matthews Episcopal
Memorial service scheduled for Friday November 11 at 10 a m at St Matthews Episcopal Avenue will be attended by attendees from Dodge. Dean A. DodgE is listed among the invited participants.
Alliance School Bonds Sell Above Par Boosts Building Plans
The Alliance school board awarded 200000 of the 250000 bonus bonds to C W McNear of Chicago at 103 03 per 100 with a 6 ending premium. The sale drew 81 bids as investors from nine firms competed, and the board indicated construction funds would be used once city rates ease, with public review planned.
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Alliance School Board
C. W. McNear Company
Chicago
Frame
Hastings
Grand Island
Coffmans Smith-merson Company
St. le
West
C. W. McNear
Lincoln Trust Company
U. S.trust Company
Mc- Near Company
U. S. Pany
McNear
Lincoln
United States Company
Sonnet
McNear Company
Herald
Chadron
Mont
Unable to Find Man Who Passed Worthless Checks
George Powell searched Grand Island for Jack Taylor who passed several worthless checks. J A Hunter was summoned to serve on the federal grand jury after leaving Sunday forums.
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George Powell
Grand Island
Jack Taylor
J. A. Hunter
Sunday Forum
He Aho
Federel Grand Jury
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Vance
Imperial Theatre
Jeffers
General Foch
Alliance Chamber of Commerce
Foch
Minor Morris
John Guthrie
O’brien-Palmer
Habrcounts LN
Hood
St. Matthews Episco Ave
Asegcote
Dodge
Dean
Alliance District
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