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Newspaper
North Platte Semi Weekly Tribune
Location
North Platte, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
8
The notice lists subscription terms for Ira L Bare editor and publisher with cash in advance options, including monthly and initial payment details, and indicates the paper is a county or regionally circulated publication in North Platte, Nebraska.
In the December 11 1908 issue North Platte reflects on idle money and labor, cites strong building year, and predicts 1909 improvements. It notes Carter savings bank bill in Senate, Bryan’s influence on Nebraska politics, and a planned educators committee to seek county option support with a tied Senate seen as deciding Bryan’s vote.
County board adjourned, approving refunds for protest on assessed value and several road and bridge payments. Notable items include refunds to M Kuhns and N Walker, bridge and road work authorizations, and multiple sundry claims. adjourned to December 8 1908 with continued sessions at Hastings.
Patrick Grady protests a 1908 personal tax of 2.00 due to an assessor error in Hinman precinct. The notice cites various county expenses and salaries including Sundry items, Ek. T. Trump merchandise 45.00, W C Elder 121.66, and W Western Union Co tax correction authorized. Adjourned until tomorrow.
Temple Real Estate & Insurance Agency advertises a five room modern house with bath and electric lights, five blocks from downtown in the south part of town. Immediate viewing urged as the rent amount is expected to secure the first applicant. Rooms 1 and 2 McDonald Building.
Union Pacific officials in Omaha announce that starting December 10 all passengers on the railroad must show tickets before boarding trains. The rule has already been adopted by the Burlington, Rock Island, and Missouri Pacific lines, though strict enforcement details are unclear.
Frank Ledgerwood lost a work horse on Puckerue Island last week while Sam Warnock lost a bay single driver last Sunday from a suspected unknown cause. Mrs Minnie Marcum visiting Ike Smith in Gable Wyoming this month. Mrs Maggie Kyle of Farnam grew critically ill at her uncle Duke Trembly's home. her mother arrived Saturday to care for her until home. Duke Trembly transacted business in North Platte Monday and Tuesday. The Friday dance at John Rohren’s drew good attendance. Lawrence Wilson tipped his buggy when it ran onto a bank on the way home from North Platte last Friday. Sam Warnock and Will Shaner visited North Platte early in the week. I C Smith’s new house nears completion. Mrs Bertha Livingston and Miss Olive Decker hosted Mrs Frank Drake Friday and attended Rohren’s dance. Elmer Chase narrowly lost a work horse after breaking through ice in Hox Elder slough in Rohren’s pasture. A number of new speccaieee items have been secured by Chas Yale for the 28th edition of a forthcoming auction. Patrons may await the annual oblation at Keith next Monday evening.
For sale at the Experimental Sub-Station. Duroc Jersey boars at 15 dollars each. Twenty five head of yearling steers and heifers mostly Aberdeen Angus. Brome trans seed of 1908 crop at 10 cents per pound. Kherson oats for seed at 60 cents per bushel. No more winter wheat for antes. W P Swyrome, Supt.
A Christmas drive appeals to speed lovers and fashion enthusiasts alike with new harnesses from a grand wreck of up-to-date, well made gear. For drivers of good horses, nothing tops a harness gift from this collection.
Barb wire offered for sale at Hershey's store located at the corner of Fitch and Locust Streets. For inquiries call 15.
The Charles H Yale Company marks its 26th annual Oblation event titled The Everlasting with a day of ceremonial offerings and acknowledgments reflecting long standing community ties and corporate tradition.
Clinton city presents the Devil's Auction with all new acts and the season's best lineup. Tickets go on sale as organizers promise an upgraded experience and enhanced seating options for attendees.
Real estate values and conditions are changing and our advice helps friends. We highlight desirable vacant lots in the west end and modern priced dwellings nearby that are bargains.
Buchanan and Patterson advertise carriages with a written guarantee for every purchaser. They promise a satisfying ride with any style, built with careful attention to construction and finish that adds personal comfort. The message targets buyers seeking value and dependable quality in transportation.
Frederick Manvell of Maryland reports buying Newbro’s Merpicide on April 6 and using it to combat baldness. He claims by July 2 his hair growth is thick and luxuriant as promised. The pitch describes the product’s “elf principle” and a claim to destroy dandruff causes, offered by Herpicide Co. with samples and pricing.
Notice in Lincoln County district court that guardian Shewry Hiom seeks leave to sell real estate of minors Name Hania and Joseph Wangteon. Pursuant to court order dated December 1, the property to be sold at public auction in North Attle on a January 49 date at 1 pm central time, description includes parcel in Township County.
D B Carlisle offers at public sale on December 17 at the former John Baggott farm three miles west of the state experimental station. Sixteen head of horses and mules thirteen head of cattle farm implements household furniture 600 bushels of corn 1900 catalpa trees and other articles. Terms all sums under 5 cash all over that amount one years time on approved security ten per cent interest.
The secretary of state is reminded that applicants may file claims for state bounty on coyotes. The message, issued by Elliott, County Clerk, notes the legislature soon convening and the power to appropriate funds for the bounty.
Taken up on premises in the northeast quarter of section 34 township 15 north range 80 Lincoln county Nebraska. A light red bull about 18 months old weight about 500 pounds no brand visible. Stray taken up about the middle of June 1908 by Maurice Breen.
Taken up seven calves two heifers and five steers five and one half miles east of Hershey ten and one quarter miles west of North Platte. Parties owning same can have them by proving property paying cost of notice and their keeping. Daulas Williams.
North Platte shoppers learn that our Ready to Wear Department offers stylish, well made cloaks and suits at equal or lower cost than rivals. Fall is best to purchase winter coats and outfits to gain benefits in workmanship and appearance. Our line remains complete.
Mutual friends seeking a treat will find our cigars finest with five centers as good as rivals ten centers. Our ten centers are at the head end of all cigars and smoking North Platte made cigars supports home industries and helps build a stronger North Platte.
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