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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1903
Page
2
The article traces the ancient practice of kissing hands as a sign of subjection or respect in early Rome. It notes emperors could grant favors by kissing mouths or eyes, and that Romans viewed kissing as a natural expression of affection rather than mere form. It also describes restrictions on kissing wives in presence of daughters and inheritance implications for betrothal and death.
Welles Calkins describes finding a newly abandoned cougar den under rock shelves by a creek. He notes the dam and kits show clean feeding habits with bones carried to the creek bench and a summer diet of game, rabbits, marmots, grouse, and a few larger prey.
The whale can be put to a great number of uses when dead, or can tgo the horse, the various parts of Which are utilized as followa: Hair of mane and tall for haircloth, stuffing mattresses and making bagea for crush ing seed In ol] mills, etc., hide and skin tanned for leather for covering tables, etc., tendons used for glue and gelatin, Besh for food for dogs, poultry and man, fat used for lamps, etc., intes tines used for covering sausages, mak ing gut strings, etc., heart and tongue for food, hoofs for gelatin, prussiate, fancy snuffboxes, etc., bones for knife handles, phosphorus, superphosphate of time and manure, blood for manure end shoes for reuse or for old iron.- Spare Moments.
The Washington Star quotes Mr. Erastus Pinkley weighing whether to take a job. He prefers to delay the decision, noting he has just bought a policy ticket and will wait until after the drawing to decide if he will be given work.
A brief vintage quote from Oslo State Journal notes a rural jest about striking a man yesterday and receiving a receipt, with the speaker chiding an onlooker for staring. The quip reflects local humor and the paper’s character.
A playful exchange between a mother and son centers on whether sugar can cure anything. Tommy asks if sugar heals, prompting a light moral or humorous moment about remedies.
A quoted line from the Atchison Globe reflects the belief that anyone could have been a great man had they read Ofty years ago. The fragment appears as a historical clipping note.
A downtown umbrella store clerk explains the correct method: grip just above the rib tips, press ribs tight against the shaft, and roll the silk to prevent twisting. The tip promises umbrellas will look shop-fresh longer and require fewer repairs.
Old Senator Nesmith of Oregon, an early settler, memorized a rare parliamentary book. At the first legislature meeting his motion to set debate succeeded, but after three days of wrangling he rose and moved the previous question, provoking laughter as the speaker claimed the rule had already passed.
A London Tatler observation contrasts English clubs with New York venues like the Manhattan and Knickerbocker. English clubs emphasize social life. American clubs prioritize business, with members seeking deals, daily planning, and business reading rather than socializing.
A New York Tribune quote describes California moonlit air as ideal for night shooting. Dry air and clear nights sharpen a hunter’s vision, making wild ducks visible at night and enhancing the thrill of nocturnal hunts for alert sportsmen.
William Miler credits Crear Borgela and Borgin as the era’s greatest practical statesmen amid a landscape of deceit poison and crime. He asserts no plan matched their mastery of public life in attaining political aims.
The Slowville hotel owner laments that all brass band patrons departed owing a week of board. A shoe salesman quips that music is full of beats as the landlord gazes out the window.
A dialogue shows Papa asking if the teacher is pleased. Toby replies affirmatively after a close examination. The boy recalls the teacher’s remark that if all scholars were like him the school would end that day.
Burroughs and Goodman exchange quips about debt and tailoring credit. Burroughs laments heavy debt while Goodman counters with a remark about the tailor’s credit for dollars. This brief dialogue captures a humorous exchange over finances.
Proprietress Miss Maggie Barry runs the Barry House in Alliance Nebraska opposite the depot offering good table board and comfortable rooms for travelers and visitors.
Multiple redemption notices detail Mary E Reed purchasing tax sales for various parcels in Box Butte County Nebraska during 1902 1908 and setting redemption deadlines mainly January 4 1909 and August 1908 with taxed lands listed by section township and range and a notice to land owners about a road opening pending damages claims in the same county.
Notice to defendant details a pending suit in Box Butte county Nebraska with claims for a tax sale redemption and property seizure. It lists names The Equitable Land Company Mary E. Reed Henry J Hoffman and W A Cordaban receiver and notes redemption deadlines and property descriptions in Alliance Nebraska.
Multiple tax sale notices relate to land purchases in Box Butte County Nebraska. Mary B Kowed and Maury F Beetle are named buyers with quarter sections in township 27 range 7. redemption deadlines are set for January and August in 1908. Also a notice to defendant Dr Webster references attachment in a civil action filed July 27, 1903, with sale scheduled August 2, 1908.
A new chemical spray named Pueranica is advertised to render all woodwork fire proof and preserve wood indefinitely. It costs little and is easily applied. ii. V. Reeves holds the local agency and will give demonstrations and figures for home use.
A Chicago Post remark questions if a figure is suitable for politics noting he can utter polished phrases that lack substance, illustrating public skepticism about political talent. The quote emphasizes rhetoric over concrete plan.
An 1890s tone quotes Alfred and a father's interference with elopement plans. The remark about honoring a watch contrasts with the couple’s earlier arrangements. The piece reflects on the limits of material wants versus social opinion.
A notice from County Treasurer Alex Mures Rad informs taxpayers that real estate on which any taxes are due will be subject to appeal under the new revenue law. The memo outlines assessment and collection changes and directs concerned property owners to act within specified deadlines.
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