Little Interest Noted In Box Butte Special Election
Box Butte county cast only 466 votes in the special election with 129 by women and 344 by men reflecting low turnout. Alliance saw more women voters in Fourth ward, while the county’s early reporting by noon the next day was unusual. Official county totals were released Thursday by County Clerk Mounts, County Treasurer, and County Sheriff Miller.
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Box Butte
Acen
Alliance
Womd
W. C. Mounts
Mounts
Miller
County turnout weak for forty one amendments vote
Voters largely ignored public speakers urging a yes on all forty one amendments. Amendment six faced the strongest county opposition by aiming to raise state senators to fifty if the public wished. Voters misread the intent as immediate expansion. Amendment thirty eight drew little county opposition despite industry relations court plans. union members failed to mobilize a strong campaign in this county.
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Senate
Kansas
Weather and voting results show mixed statewide support
Weather in Nebraska turns unsettled with possible thunder tonight into Saturday. Across counties voters weighed amendments with No 21 and No 1 drawing minor opposition. Statewide reports show most amendments passing though No 6 unsure. No 18 women suffrage amendment drew 380 yes votes and fifty no votes including three from women.
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Alfhy
America
Sion Aa
Girls Jump Into Judo Politics With Secret Training Hints
The remark suggests female entrants approach political contests with a surprising, disciplined mindset. It portrays competitive energy and implies hidden preparation behind public appearances.
Rotary Club backs Boy Scouts council plans in Alliance
At a Rotary meeting in Alliance the Boy Scout program was explained by J B Miller. The club approved backing a local council and appointed a boys committee to form it. A slate of council members and a court of honor was chosen. Organizing sessions begin next Monday with a full council demo on October 6 at the Elks club for interested locals.
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Alliance Hotel
Rotary Club
J. B. Miller
Miller
Hamilton
C. E. S‘agle
H. P. Coursey
A. V. Gavin
Re. J. Y. Maxfield
Minor Morris
Charles Brittan
G. L. Griges
Burlington
Moss Wright
W. R. Pate
J. 4. Dixon
Court of Honor
Elks Club
Sprague and Nisely Bid on Parking Paving
The city council held a quorum meeting Tuesday to open bids for paving four blocks of parking centers along Box Butte. Sprague & Nisely submitted the sole bid of 5.56 dollars per lot, to be tabled ten days to satisfy requirements. George W. Nation pressed for septic tank rebuilding, while the council favors a government plan using settling pans.
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Box Butte
Sprague & Nisely
George W. Nation
Mr. Nation
Germany Debt Shifts After War Draws Global Attention
Report contrasts postwar liabilities showing Germany at 53 billion dollars while Allied powers tally 25 billion. Analysts debate reconstruction costs and financial burdens, highlighting international negotiations and potential economic impacts across Europe. The figures underscore a sharp redistribution of debt following the conflict.
No Past For Candidate Prompts Manufacture Of Cheerful Narrative
A provocative line asserts that lacking a candidate’s past will trigger crafted enthusiasm. It suggests political storytelling to build support for an unestablished figure and critiques media or party methods in campaigning.
Spud Association Mobilizes For Nebraska Potato Trade
C. O. Sawyer of Alliance has been named manager of the Nebraska Potato Growers Association, opening headquarters at Cox Roosevelt club in the Alliance National Bank building. A North American Fruit Growers contract will market potatoes, with a representative arriving next week to handle sales. O. D. Miller, of the federal bureau of markets, started in Alliance and will issue a daily potato bulletin through the shipping season, detailing carload destinations and prices from several districts and markets.
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Sawyer
Iluehville
Nebraska Potato Growers’ Association
Alliance O
Cox-Roosevelt Club
Alliance National Bank
Rushville
North American Fruit Growers’ Association
Kearney
Nebreska Association
North American Association
O. D. Miller
Federal Bureau of Markets
Alliance
Scottsbluff-Morrill
Gordon-Rushville
Alliance- Hemingford
Colorado
Idaho
Haneay City
Omaha
Chicago
Per- Bon
Alliance Paving Ramps Up With Rapid Brick Laying
Report notes Alliance is making unusually fast pavement progress with bricks laid at a high rate over two weeks. Concerns arise about asphalt layering and brick joint filling. Brick manufacturers’ representative claims strong protection, while another engineer says 1/8 inch asphalt is already beyond requirement and smoothing wears off with traffic.
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Alliance
Brick Manufacturers’ Association
Men to Share Women Workers' Wages Debate
A provocative question raises equity concerns as discussions consider whether men should receive wages aligned with women workers or whether pay should be standardized by role and productivity. The issue touches wage gaps and gender equality in labor markets.
Leather in Demand for Paper Costs Drives Shoe Making
The rising cost of paper spurs a shift in shoe production as tanneries adapt to cheaper leather substitutes. Industry observers note the move could affect supply chains and pricing in the footwear market.
Nebraska cattle feeding proves unprofitable in two winters
The Nebraska Department of Agriculture reports cattle feeding as a losing venture over 1918 19 and 1919 20 with costs near 14.91 per cwt for 2 203 head and losses of 3.17 and 1.69 per head. Affected feeder groups seek relief from the Federal Reserve Board, urging banks to extend credit to raise and market cattle while warn of broader harm to livestock industries westwide.
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Nebraska
Department of Agriculture
Iowa
Missouri
Illinois
Indiana
Nebrraska
Scotieblut
Seolisblut Star-Herald
Department of Agricure
United States Department of Agriculture
Federal Trade Commission
Ivesnas
Washington
Kelief
Federal Reserve Board
Reserve System
Associated Press
Chicago
West
Harding
Frank J. Hagenbarth
Salt Lake
Auto Races Highlight Carnival Week in Billings
Officials of the chamber of commerce sponsor the Westerman Brothers Toyland shows at the Midland Empire fair in Billings Montana with family oriented acts and clean entertainment. An added feature is automobile races on Saturday October 9 with three events and 75 dollar purses. Entries go to John W Guthrie by October 8 noon.
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Chamber of Commerce
Westerman Brothers
Billings
Mont
Alliance
Frank M. Petit
Carnival Company
Petit
John W. Guthrie
Ford price cuts announced by Henry Ford
Ford agents Coursey and Miller in Alliance and Hemingford report telegraphic orders from Henry Ford to cut Ford cars trucks and tractors by about 30 percent effective immediately. Touring car now 440 dollars sedan 795 dollars. Ford says war prices are over and real pre war standards should return. Wages at the plant remain unchanged for now.
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Coursey & Miller
Ford
Alliance
Hemingford
Henry Ford
Detroit
Mich
Ford Company
Potash Highway Association Set for Oct 14 Meeting
The Potash Highway Association of Nebraska schedules its annual gathering in Alliance on Thursday October 14 with hundreds of delegates expected from nearby towns. J C Moore is president and J W Guthrie secretary spearhead invitations to commercial clubs along the Grand Island to Alliance route.
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The
Potash Highway Association of
Nebraska
Alliiance
Central
Grand Island
Allance
Alliance
Black Hills
Burlington Railroad
Nebraska Good Roads
Lowry & Henry
Alliance Chamber of Commerce
J. C. Moore
Broken Bow
John M. Turner
Thedford
C. C. Campbell
Mullen
Lloyd
Chadron
Denver
Sterling
Sidney
Broadwater
Bridgeport
Morrill County
Hot Springs
Deadwood
Buffalo
Wyo
Big Horn Basin
Yellowstone Park
J. W. Guthrie
H. D. Hewitt
TIB Automobile Route Book Company
Chamber of Commerce
Paper Shortage Goes Global Risking Panic in Germany
A looming paper shortage could trigger a financial panic in Germany as markets brace for disruption. Analysts warn higher costs and supplier delays may affect industry and consumer prices amid broader economic strain.
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Germany
Mint beds spread like they have a mission in life
Mint beds keep expanding and creeping across yards and fields as if driven by a purpose beyond mere growth, spreading through soil and cracks with a curious persistence.
Fur industry stagnation threatens family cat safety
The text suggests ongoing stagnation in the fur trade provides a brief sense of security for a household cat.
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