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Newspaper

Alliance Herald

Location

Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1920

Page

2

Cox-Roosevelt Club to Host Speech by H B Fleharty

The Cox Roosevelt Club announces an address by Harry B Fleharty a Omaha lawyer and noted speaker on Friday October 22 at the Imperial Theatre after the first show The meeting follows a postponed Wednesday session and aims to discuss campaign issues relevant to county residents

Harry B. Fleharty Omaha Imperial Theatre Fleharty Cox and Roosevelt Club Cozant’ Roosevelt Club

State Finance Department Powers Under McKelvie Code

The finance department gains general supervision over state assessment and tax laws, county and local equalization, and access to detailed financial data from individuals and entities. Proceedings are reviewable by the state board of equalization. The piece questions whether this authority has fair tax adjustments or shifted taxes toward one property class, promising facts to follow.

McKelvie Department of Finance State Board of Equalization Finance Department Haas

Nebraska Railroads Pay Less Tax Under Civil Code

In 1919 Nebraska railroads paid $738,8123 in state taxes, while 1920 under the civil administrative code they face $696,903 a drop of $101,610. Real estate taxes rise from $4,672,606 in 1919 to $5,792,320 in 1920, an increase of $1,119,714. Governor McKelvie administers the code. railroads gain tax relief of $101,910, while real estate owners pay over a million dollars more.

Nebraska McKelvie

New York Republican Chairman Resigns to Back Cox

Herbert Parsons, county chairman of the New York republican central committee, resigns from the committee and backs Governor Cox for president. He cites Harding’s league of nations speech and other perceived faults in the candidate, including indolence and inattention to duty as a senator from Ohio.

Herbert Parsons New York Republican Central Committee Cox Harding League of Nations New York Ohio

Harding's reputation as the most restful senator noted

The piece highlights Senator Harding as the nation’s most restful figure in the Senate. In five years he missed over a thousand roll calls, a statistic described as excessive for a member of the upper chamber, while he continues to engage in public discussions and talks about his future plans.

Mr. Harding United States Senate Harding

Harding Resignation Seen Shifting New York Vote

The piece notes Labor groups criticizing party leaders and argues that Herbert Parsons resignation weakens the Republican grip in New York. It claims Harding’s past wartime conduct contrasts with Wilson’s sustained effort and credits Parsons resignation as a blow felt by Cox supporters.

Herbert Parsons New York Harding Parsons New York State Cox

Eliot Attacks Republican Shifts over War Ideals

The Atlantic Monthly cites Charles W. Eliot criticizing the GOP’s 1860 1918 ideals while Senator Harding contends the war was not fought to defend democracy or humanity. The piece argues Harding misreads public motive and Republicans oppose League of Nations by belittling noble aims.

Charles W. Eliot The Atlantic Monthly Eliot Harding Wheeling Senate Travelyan George III Germany Wilson High Seas Kaiser Great Britain Canada Western Hemisphere League of Nations

High School Notes Party Boosts Pep After Football Win

The sophomore class hosted a Friday night party with near full attendance from both football teams. Games and a 10:30 p.m. light luncheon filled the evening, while seniors preserve school spirit and the Spud feature plans. The high school orchestra is growing, and a mixer is favored after last year’s success.

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Gleeful Mies Booth Praises Girls Club Material

Mies Booth the supervisor of the girls glee club appears pleased with the year's material. The comment suggests optimism about performances and repertoire.

Mies Booth Girls’ Glee Club

The Spud Issued For First Time This Year

A brief notice notes the Spud has been issued for the year and promotes Herald Want Ad sales as a profitable choice for readers seeking results.

Democratic candidate for Box Butte County District 1

Joseph Duhon of Marsland Nebraska announces his candidacy for county commissioner District 1. He pledges to promote good roads across Box Butte County and to provide faithful and efficient service if elected.

Box Butte County Joseph Duhon Marsland Neb

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