Slnlo rilatorlonl Socloty The Alliance Herald. Official Publication of the City and County. ' ... . Largest Circulation of any Newspaper in Western Nebraska. ..i i Tt 1 ' ' ' ' ' ' -"" VOLUME XV, ALLIANCE, BOX BUTTE COUNTY, NEBRASKA! THURSDAY, N(WEMt3ER 5, 1908 NUMBER 47. ft Some Substantial Improvements in Alliance in 1908 iWJR2SiPS5BHKs ' r"'inMi lMr': X-' 'HlwiH New Burlington Passenger Station at Alliance. Cost $80,000. Finest depot in Nebraska west of Omaha i Amwo Hh.h Sr. Acnf.s' Acuh;iv Cost, $30,000. WE ASK YOU To examine our statement of con dition. People who intrust their money to a bank should know something of its financial strength. The annexed state ment speaks for it self on its strength we solicit your business. Capital . The First National Bank OF ALLIANCE. U. S. Government, State, County and City Depository Protect your valuable papers by renting one of our safety deposit boxes. These boxes cost SI.00 to SI.50 per year. They are protected by our fire-proof vault and our electrical burglar alarm. I FIRST STATE BANK HEMINGFORD, NEBR. Capital and Surplus, $15,000.00 Keith L. Pierce, Cashier Notary Public in Bank & Insurance Written & . Highest Interest Paid on Time Deposits J- Real Estate Loans, any stz, made or negotiated I FcMndi Ccisr, so.ono. I The First National Bank, CH.VKTKU NO. -liKO. At Alliiino, ln tlii Siitti' of Nebraska, it thu Ionl- (if Ihi.sIiii'n.s. September U-'J, IWK RESOURCES. Loans and Discounts ., J367.530.58 Overdrafts : 7S4.S3 U. S. and Other Bonds .... i05,8oo.oo Banking House and Pixt'rs 11,000,00 Cash and Exchange 129,442,58 S614. 557-00 LIABILITIES. . S 50,000,00 40,000.00 .. 1, 525-62 ... 50,000.00 - 473-032-37 Surplus .... Net Profits . Circulation. Donosits. . S614, 557-09 Mieraby certifiy that the above state ment is correct. S. K- Warrick, . ' Cashier. BATTLE OF THE BALLOTS Box Butte County Assists in Putting Nebraska in Democratic Column. Though National'Republican Ticket is Elected, Democrats Elect Congress man, Governor and County Officers- Last Tuesday's election was no doubt a landslide, with the democratic party unmistakably at the bottom of the rush when the returns are consid ered in a general sense, but locally and as far as the state is concerned, we have everyfreason to rejoice. With the election of Judge Westover for congress. A. C. Shallenberger governor, the leg islature and county officers democratic, we see no reason why we may not hur rah a little while the enemy is shouting itself hoarse over the victory of their national ticket. Tuesday was an ideal day for the great fight and both parties were in the field early and late gathering in the 1 voters. All the highways and byways were searched for him who possessed the right to cast a vote and the result was a heavy poll. It was evident throughout the day that the democrats were making the most vigorous cam. paign and the. ballots proved this when counted that evening. In the first ward there were cast 392 ballots while the second showed up with 293. In all the precincts in the county the activity. at the poll was so lively. I Jie official count which v tyas con,v pleted today shows that there were 1334 votes cast and W. J. Bryan re ceived a majority of 84. Judge West over made a phenomenal race, having led his competitor, Kinkaid, by 261 votes. Eugene Burton, too, rau like wild fire and Peter Jensen, candidate . - 1 .-- . . . - for commissioner, came out of the race with a decided majority. Owing to the fact that the vote was not counted till a late hour today we give but the total vote of each candidate in the comity, and will publish the official vote in full next week. Following is tho vote. Taft Eleciors , ', . . .600 Bryau Electors ,. 08 4 Prohibition Electors 20 Socialist Electors. 30 Oovernor Sheldon, (rep.) .....;..,..,. ..Gog Shallenberger, (dem,) .., ....OSJq Congressman Kinkaid, (rep)...."l ....539 Westover, (dem). , 754 V Senator ' Meyers, (rep) f . ., 597 Adams, (dem)...... C91 Representative Chase, (rep)...., 543 Johansen, (dem).' i--742 County Attorney Barker, (rep) ,. . .. . . 4SS Burton, (dem). 82B County Commissioner Fosket, (rep) ...573 Jensen, (dem) ., 729 Total number of votes cast in county I334-. Married at Bridgeport The marriage of Mr. J. H. Wehn, a well known young man who formerly lived in this city, is chronicled by the Bridgeport News-Blade as follows: "At the home of the groom's parents in Bridgeport at high noon, on Wed-, nesday, Uct. so, Mr, J. Herbert Wehn and Miss Gertrude Hinman were united in wedlock by the Rev, Geo. H. Wehn, an uncle of the groom, who arrived here the day nrevious. The groom is a son of J. W. Wehn, president of the Bridgeport bank, and occupies the responsible position of assistant cashier of that institution, and the bride is also well and favor ably known here and in Sidney, where she resided before coming to Bridge port. "Herb," as be is familiarly known, is one of the most popular and exemplary young men in this commun ity, and the News-Blade joins with a host of frieudi in extending its warmest congratulations and hwt wishes to himself and bride. May they safely glide over life's troubled sea, and, as 1 J Governor-elect A. C. Schallenberger. they approach the eventide, may they be able to look along the backward track and say in the words- of Grovcr Cleveland that their wedded life "bad been one glad sweot song." The event was witnessed by f only a few immediate relatives of the con tracting parties, and at tho conclusion of the ceremony all sat down to a gumptious wedding dinner at the home o-'the groom's parents. '. After dinner the newly wedded pair left by automobile for Lewellen, where Mr; Wehn has charge of the bank, with Garland Wehn, brother of the groonl, acting as chaffeur, and there they will make their future home. Among the out of town guests were Mrs. B. V, Reeves of. Guernsey, sister oftho groom, and Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Mils of Miuatare. Mrs. Mills is a sis tetof the bride. Rev. Jeffers Resigns ;: Pastorate of Church ' The announcement was made last Sunday ly Rev. G. C. Jeffers of the Baptist church that he would be com pelled to resign his position within the affluAdM wpu,d,departi t;i fni- lm inmi nf his Remit Geneva. N. Y. Tho motive for Mr. Jeffers' unexpected move is the result of the gradual decline in health of Mrs. Jef fers and advice of her physician that a lower altitude will prove beneficial, . It is with keenest regret that wo chronicle the near departure of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffers, who have been resi dents of this city for more than seven years. Mr. Jeffers' church work is so well known that words of praise are inadequate and his parishoners will always hold him and his estimible wife in dearest remembrance. Rev. J. H. Houston, we are advised, will have charge of the parish work on the retirement ot Rev. Jeffers and until a permanent pastor is appointed. A farewell reception will be tendered Mr. and Mrs. leffers at the Baptist church nfixt Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock at which the general public is invited. "The Missouri Girl" Return of the favorite at the Phelan opera house Monday, Nov, y, This is one of the popular plays Alliance playergoers enjoy going to see. It is a prime favorite and has never failed to fill the house because it is the kind of a play people want to see. The comedy throughout is ol the bright and spark- ling variety that brings forth genuine laughter from those in the audience. The drama is one with a strong plot and is intensely interesting. Now that the stage has been enlarged, the com pany can use its metropolitan scenery with the electrical stage effects and the moonlight scene especially is said to be beautiful. Music will be fur nished by tho Alliance orchestra. Re served seats can be had for 50 or 75 cents according to location in the house. Gallery is 50 cents and child ren 25 cents. People attending the Missouri Girl will get the full worth of their money. "The College Boy," as played by Bernard Riggs and company at the oporu house last night, was one of the spiciest plays that has been presented in this city for some time. B riggs is a clever actor and his sjipport ie likewise, oxcollant, Norton's always the largest, best and cheapest, Pest House is Entirely Destroyed Even tho old pest house east of the city, which has sheltered the contagious sick of the city for the past number of years, took a notion to eclcbrato over Iho election last. Tuesday flight, when ', it was discovered about 12 o'clock to be in flames. The building was en tirely destroyed. The origin of the fire is unknown. Tho pest house was first erected during an epidemic of small pox several years ago and has since been used for persons afflicted with epidemic diseases. Grand Island vs. Alliance on Gridiron Thanksgiving The local foot ball team, which has gained an enviable reputation, has made arrangements to play tho Grand Island business college team in this city on Thanksgiving day. No doubt this will be a lively tussle as tho Island has soma mighty fast players in their team. No doubt there will be a good attendance from that city as well as this neighborhood and the game will bo looked forward to with interest. W. E, Heinemann, representing tho Buick Motor Co.. of Flint, M ich. ,has closed the agency for the Buick line for the season of 1909 with Mr. Jas Keelcr, of Alliance, for several cotintics in the western part of this state. This popular line comprises nine different models ranging in price from $450,00 to Si, 750. 00. The model No. 10 tour ing Car will bo a 22-24 h.p, shaft driver car equipped with inagneto MMichelih tires 92 inch w)ieel base detachable tonncau or double rumble seat and will sell for $1,050.00 i,o.b. , factory. JaSSWS ii . ii.. !. tr t 11 j-1i." """ """ "H i'wi ..Jfcv.... ally observed all over the, city ' by our younger residents, who enjoy U)e pranks that make the event memor able. Several social events took place; one at the home of F. E. Reddish, where a groupe of children enjoyed a ! few hours of pleasant companionship; I also at the home of Mr. and Mrs, New I berry, who arranged a joyful time for a gathering of the younger generation. Mr. and Mrs, Phillip Nohe arrived ! here Tuesday morning from ail extend ed visit at Denver and other Colorado points and will remain for several days. Their sons are here going to school and business interests may cause them 'to remain indefinitely. Mrs. Louis Bucchsenstein and child ren returned home last Saturday from their visit in Iowa and Illinois. They had a delightful time and the boys brought with them a good supply of walnuts and hazelnuts of their picking. RAILWAY NOTES AND PERSONALS ? :"X:k-:-k:m:::":"K:::-:-x-- Win, Jappert is in the city today on business. W, lr. Akerman was in the c,ity yes terday, going west the fo)lowing morn ing. Mrs. M. E. Johnson and son left Tuesday for an extended visit with relatives and friends in Omaha. J. McNamara has been transferred from Hdgemont to Alliance as boiler maker foreman vice S. A. McMonagle resigned. Mrs. W. J. Reid left this morning for Denver to bring homo her sou, Burton, who has been confined in the hospital at that place. Eight engine crews have been as sighed to tho east end on account of the increased business and will run between Seneca and Ravenna. Wm. Artz has been transferred from Alliance to Edgeuiont as boiler maker to fill tho vacancy made by Mr. Mc Namara, who was transferred here. B. C. Anderson, who has been em ployed as clerk in the superintendent's office lias tendered his resignation to take effect Saturda-, By Mr. Ander son's resignation the Burlington loses one of its most faithful employees. Get 0 Suit this week for $12.50 NORTON'S HOLSTEN Headquarters for . , School Supplies TABLETS NOTE BOOKS COMPOSITION BOOKS NOTE PAPER PENCILS PENS, INKS ' ; . CHALK CRAYOMS COLORED CRAYt)NS ERASERS and ' S PAINTS RULERS GIVEN AWAY AT HOLSTEN'S Get a Suit this week for $12.50 NORTON'S IfrAJWAMA Of the NEW DEPOT ST. AGNES' ACADEMY NEW HIGH SCHOOL We always give you the Most of the Best for the Least W. C. Hibbs, Mgr. DO NOT OVERLOOK The largest and best line of Ladies' Suits Ladies' Coats Ladies' Furs NORTON'S Get a Suit this week; for $12.50 N'ORTON'3 . 1 .NT' -