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- nwuienwi m ' STl ?4 t' i iM 'II i & IpW iV 1 w 1 HHMIHSHflFiit i WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN. THOUSANDS CHEER BRYAN Trip Through Western Nebraska One Continuous Ovation to the Great Commoner. PEOPLE TRAVEL MILES TO GREET HIM With Wisdom, Eloquence and Fearlessness, the Champion of the Common People's Cause Pro claims a Rightful Inheritance Wrested from Them by Injustice and Greed. "BRYAN, BRYAN," everywhere. Amid a whirlwind of applause, Hon, William Jennings Bryan made bis tri umphant tour throughout western Ne braska this week. It was a trip long to be remembered as the most important in the history of public men expounding important ques tions. That the pride of Nebraska was cheered and feasted as no man has ever before been treated was evident and he and his company were most ex pressive in thanks for the magnificent receptions at every pjpint and the warm friendship and hospitality accorded them by the people of all parties. It was a remarkable trip in one respect and that was the glad hand of good fellowship extended as, it never was before. Even Mr. Bryan was dumb founded over the frankness with which hundreds of others than his party fol lowers met and talked with him on the issues of the day. Even as the official Republican organ of Alliance put it in Tuesday's report of the meeting here, fully one-half of the audience at the Bryau meeting were Republicans. So it was everywhere, the same. Party lines seemed entirely eliminated on Mr. Bryan's trip. That the distin guished visitor enjoyed the trip was evident, and as the special train carry ing hiin and his associates sped over the beautiful green prairies of this sec tion of the state, an expression of com plete contentment overspread the ora tor's manly countenance. He gazed through the car window over the land scape like one in deep admiration of a pleasing picture. Mr. Bryan and party, composed of Edgar Howard of the Columbus Tele gram, Arthur Mullen, president of the Bryan Volunteers of Nebraska, Sec retary Gruenther of the same oiganiza tion, and Official Reporter A. P. Sprague, Sundayed at Valentine where Mr. Bryan was the guest of Hon. A. M. Morrissey, who will represent this district at the democratic national con vention as delegate. His time Sunday was spent in delivering two lectures on topics of a religious nature, namely, "The Prince of Peace" and "Signs of the Times." Early Monday morning the party started for Chadron by special train, arriving theie at an early hour. Here Mr. Bryan was the guest at break fast at the home of Judge A. W. Crites. Shortly after, Mr. Bryan found him self in the midst of an audience of great numbers iajjta opera house to whom he spoke on the issues of the j day for two hours. It is reported that his arguments brought forth the ap plause of the audience so vociferously that it was feared at times the roof of the building might bo raised. A speeial train awaited the distin guished party at Chadron to convey them tq Crawford, a delegation from the la((er place headed by the Fort Robinson band being present. Judge Westover was among the prominent men to accompany Mr. Bryan to Craw ford. It was about 12:30 when the train rolled into the town, the depot platform swarming with humanity who stood out in a drenching rain eager to get the first glimpse of the distinguish ed visitor. When Mr. Bryan stepped from, his car it seemed as if the surg ing mass of people would swallow him up before he could be hustled into a vehicle awaiting him. "Bryan, Bryan," everywhere. Bands played, engines screeched, men cheered and the clap ping of thousands of hands echoed through the rain: ' An elaborate program was mapped out by the committee at Crawford for the reception of Mr. Bryan. Follow ing an address at Syndicate opera house, his party was escorted to the hotel, where a sumptuous banquet was tendered him, Mayor C. H. Chase de livered a brief address of welcome and 1 State Representative George M. Adams acted as toastmaster. Mr. Bryan spoke briefly, thanking the people for the hearty reception. He took occasion also to recommend to the people the Bryan Volunteers, under whose auspices the present state tour made, and said that organization was the foundation of success. The menu card was headed with a portrait of the honored guest and be neath it was a picture oi the White house, with a significant inference con necting the two pictures. And still it rained. The streets were crowded with an immense throng await ing the hour when Mr. Bryan would appear at the city park south of town for his principal speech. Though the thoroughfares and roads were literally covered with mud and water, the crowd tracked on ankle deep in slush to get a seat in the ampitheatre in advance of the speaker and party. It is estimated that 4,000 people listened to the dis tinguished Nebraskan at this place. Mr. Bryan's speech included a review of the financial condition of the coun try, the banking system, and other is sues "that wiil 'be important 'questions in the coming national campaign and which will bo fully put forth by the democratic party. At the conclusion of Mr. Bryan's speech an informal reception and hand shaking took place in which thousands surged forth eager to grasp the hand of the noxt president. The hour had now arrived for tho trip cast over tho Burlington railway and the delegation that arrived from Alliance by special train in the morn ing took charge of Mr. Bryan and they were escorted to tho depot where at 4:19 p. m. tho special started on the trip to Alliance. The special train consisted of six coaches, well filled with people from this city, Hcmingford, Marsland and Belmont. Tho first stop was made at Belmont which was for but a few mom ents, Mr. Bryau going to the rear plat- lonn turn snaking nanus witn tue peo ple who had gathered at this point. When Marsland was reached quite a large gathering of people were waiting to welcome the special and hear Mr. Bryan in a short talk, which was along lines of general governmental affairs. Ho complimented himself on the fact that he was a citizen of the great state where he observed so much thrift and energy and he paid a compliment to tho people ot western Nebraska that indicated that he held them near and dear to his heart. Mr. Bryan is a typ ical Nebraskan and he is so proud of the fact that he never loses an oppor tunity to speak of it. Hemingford was the next stop. Here Mr. Bryan had tho pleasure of address ing several hundred people. He Bpoke tor fifteen minutes and graphically ran over important questions of the day that aro being daily expounded through the democratic press and of which he is the father. Being somowhat late, Engineer Dav enport and Conductor Armour turned thein looso for a hurry-up trip to Al liance. It was after six o'clock when the train pulled into the depot platform amid tho cheering of thousands of voices. The Fort Robinson band ac companied the delegation and joined in tho tumult in honor of the occasion. Muddy streets and crowded sidewalks was tho condition of affairs here as elsewhere and the delegation finally crowded its way to the Hotel North West where quarters had been secured for Mr. Bryan and his party. An elab orate supper had been prepared and was in readiness when they were ready for the repast. Tho menu was elab orate and the tables in the dining room of this popular place were engaged by all who were able to secure supper tickets, The fact that tho weather for several days before the event was rainy and windy, kept many from attending the speech, yet it is estimated that there were several thousand out-of-town vis itors in town. A delegation from Bridge port, Scottsbluff and Mitchell arrived that day to escort the party over the Guernsey line the next morning. There is no doubt that Alliance took the lead in way of preparation and ar rangements for the important speech Mr. Bryan was to make on this trip. The question of where to accomodate the great numbers that would be here perplexed the committee. An out-door gathering was the only thing to be con sidered, uo building in the city being able to hold the crowd. This obstacle was happily overcome when Dr. Bell wood anuounced that he would tender his residence and beautiful lawn for the purpose. It was just the thing, and Dr. Bellwood was particularly gratified that he could in this way show his appreciation for the great Com moner, whom he has always held in the highest regard. Not only this, the genial doctor appointed himself a com mittee of one to see that the place was put in the best of order for the occasion. Ho even deuied himself the pleasure of the trip to meet Mr. Bryan along with the other boys from here, to look after the arrangements. It never rains but it pours. Manager Lawrence of the electric light plant was asked if lights could be secured for the occasion and he too broke forth in a desire to show what he could do to show Bryan that he was a good fellow, and the way he trimmed up the grounds with electricity was grand, Owing to the threatening weather the electricians were not able to get to work till late in the afternoon, but they nevertheless strung electrical bulbs that brought forth Bryan's name and the word "welcome" most conspic uously. The Bellwood residence was arrayed in hundreds of lights that lent a most euchanting appearance. It was a good job and the committee feels gratified with the efforts of Mr. Lawrence. The Becond story of the residence had been reserved for the band and shortly before eight o'clock they ap peared but not before the spacious lawn and far into the streets the people crowded for desirablo positions. Though the night was chilly and damp when the military band opened up with one of tho popular pieces tho audience for got all else but the sweet strains and cheered the band boys lustily. Shortly after eight o'clock Mr. Bryan was brought to tho houso and escorted to the lower balcony where ho made nis spcecii. hc was surrounded by a number of Alliance people, besides others from abroad which included Mr. Garrett, democratic aspirant for lieutenant-governor, who was also a member of the Bryan contingent. After an invocation by Rev. J. L. Vallow of the M. E. church, the dis tinguished speaker was introduced by Mr. Robt. Graham in a few words. The approach of Mr. Bryan on the piattorm was neraiucu oy great ap plause fiom the audience and the kind ly expression of the man so near to the hearts of Nebraskans whoso favorite son he remains gave warmth to the hearts of the audience despite the chilly, damp wind that swept over them. Mr. Bryan spoke for over two hours and covered the field ol questions per taining to governmental affairs com pletely, Imperialism, which today is sapping the vitality of the nation in the Philli pincs was most explicitly explained bv Mr. Bryan. How the wealth of the nation was being expended for islands 7,000 miles away. The question of plutocracy and democracy was explain ed most thoroughly. How the former held for the rich only, while democracy was the doctrine of all the people of a nation. The tariff which today threat ens the republican party and on which they are divided was a prominent sub ject and, of course, the question was presented from a democratic stand point, as the party has always advo cated a lowering of the same. The spirit of the speaker was noticeably aroused when he reached the all-absorbing discussion of combinations and trusts. Hero Mr. Bryau appears as a gladiator, his voice rising in fearless defense of the American people. He jumps at this serpent which today is striking at every home and thunders out in no uncertain tone a warning to the people to beware of its poisonous bite. It is the destruction of the gov ernment, the spirit that is preparing the way for plutocracy and serfdom. Mr. Bryan included in this question that of government by injunction. How laws were applied to disarm the labor ing class at the behest of the rich. A Ifbrse thief could demand a trial by jury, but a poor man whose nght3 were circumvented would be cast in prison if the petition were proposed. Shame upon the court that would so throttle liberty and justice. The passing of the recent emergency currency bill by congress' was spoken of by Mr. Bryan as an injustice and he held the domi nant party responsible for the same. This bill is in the interest of Wall street bankers and gamblers who can now use the government treasury as a common purse in time of need. He endorsed the banking system now in vogue in Oklahoma, which secures the depositor with a reserve fund taxation. The labor question received its im portant consideration, and Mr. Bryan urged employes of railroads and other corporation to stand up for their rights and repulse intimidations for it was the people and not the combinations who, after all, were their helpmates. A corporation cares only for the poor man's vote, and after that has served its purpose he is cast aside or discharg ed on the least pretext. Mr. Bryan concluded his speech by deuying the accusation that he was at tempting to array the rich against the poor. But he wanted to act as a peace mediator between the two so that they might become acquainted with each other without waiting till they crossed the river of life to become introduced on the other shore. He wanted to see a getting together ere that time and if he has his way about it the task will be accomplished. After the speech Mr. Bryan was sur rounded by hundreds of people anxious to express their approval of the prin ciples he expounded and to shake his hand. It was the conclusion of a strenuous day for the "Peerless Leader" and while his voice showed signs of huski- ness, he performed his task well and the genial smile imparted to those who met him will not soon be forgotten. After the speech and reception, Mr. Bryan was piloted to the Elks club where an informal reception took place. He then repaired to his room at the Northwest Hotel, expecting to leave on the early morning train for Bridgeport in company with his associates and the delegation in whose company he was to travel. A meeting of members of the Bryan Volunteer club took place at the North west hotel late Monday evening at which President Arthur Mullen and Secretary Gruenther outlined the cam paign to be inaugurated by the club in state during the coming campaign. Mr. Gruenther as secretary has the matter well arranged, and the party's interests will be ably taken care of under these two gentlemen's leadership. MEMORIAL DAY Is Honored by Veterans of the Grand Army and Many Other Patriets. iiacn recurring uecoration Day is sadder than the ono that went before. There are fewer of the old heroes in line, and the frost and weight of tho years that have passed since the titanic struggle between brothers show plainer upon those not yet called than ever he fore. Soon there will be uo one to say even "missiug" when the roll is called. All will be "keeping the silent bivouac of the dead." Will Decoration Day then be forgot ten? Will the memory of these depart ed heroes perish from the earth? ,Will their children, in the struggle for place and power in this selfish world, forget the respect, honor and veneration they owe their parents for preserving this Union and making it the greatest Na tion on earth? Forty-odd years have passed since the close of the great civil conflict, and the memory of the services and suffer ings of that strenuous period is yet burning in the minds of tho surviving participants. And they will bequeath it as a sacred heritage and obligation to their children. No. Decoration Day will not bo for- gottqn as long as love, honor, patriotism and liberty endure, Decoration services were held in Al liance on Sunday this year. At 3 p. in. a procession was formed at the opera house corner of soldiers of the civil and Spanish-American wars, and proceeded to the cemetery in vehicles. The twenty-eight soldiers' graves there were dec orated with flags and flowers. A union memorial service was held at the Baptist church Sunday evening, presided over by Dr. H. P. V. Bogue, of the Presbyterian church. Rev. G. C. Jeffers, of the Baptist church, pray ed, and Rev J. L. Vallow, of the Meth odist church, delivered an appropriate oration. Music was provided by two quartettes composed of Mrs. J. O. Thomas, Misses Kate Bogue and Ruth Aspenwall and Acheson. Jas, H. H. Hewett, Frank Pearson F. H. Strout and Wayne Zcdiker. JRAILWAY NOTES AND PERSONALS X Ji .Pj ! tt iti if ..ti.f.jt..?. J-----..- t. .9. .9.. 9. -. .. ...-- . . TVTVTV TVTtt VV'rl TiTTT H V I rT C, U. Grothe and A. T. Fi(t spent Sun day in Denver, returning today. Mrs, Frankie Stewart Is on an extended visit with relatives at Louisana, Mo. Mrs. J. V. Reed and daughter Ruth are visiting at Deadwood with relatives. Superintendent Birdsell is making an inspection trip over the Deadwood line this week, Superintendent Lyman of Sterling passed through Alliance Tuesday enroute to Lincoln. Chief Clerk Holden of Sterling was in the city Wednesday to attend lha wedding of F. A. Hively. Brakeman C. F. Yockey and wife are visiting friends and relatives in Scotts bluff this week. Mrs. W. S. Metz returned to Alliance last week from an extended visit in the eastern part of the state. Mrs. M. O. Joder and daughter depart ed on 44 Tuesday for Madison, Wis., to visit her parents and other relatives. Engineer Bales and Fireman Joe Raby have been transferred to Ravenna on the new run between Ravenna and Broken Bow. Steve Tupper, an old-time employe of the road at this poiut, is in the city this week visiting friends. Mr. Tupper is now agent at Hardin, Mont. Conductor W. J. Hamilton and W. J. Pool returned Sunday from Omaha where they were initiated into the fourth degree of the Knights of Columbus. Engineer D. Landrigan and wife are visiting friends in Falls City, Neb. Mr. Landrigan attended an initiation of a class of Knights of Columbus there last Sunday. Frank Potmesil who has been employed in the master mechanic's office the past year, has left the service and will make his home on his ranch northeast of the . Ok city this summer. C. P. Hamilton, the genial baggageman who has been employed at this station for some time, has been transferred to Lincoln where he will assume his former position as express messenger between that city and Ravenna. The "devil" has had another spasm, and the following is the THAT NEW AUTO poetic result: Did you ever see an autoist Who didn't trust to luck? Just see the way the editor Rides around in his new Buick, A-buckin' in the sticky mud And a-sbyin' at a post Next thing we'll bear of that machine A-seein' of a ghost. It sure is an iraposin' sight To see him sittin' there With nothin' in the world to do And not a bit o' care. But, Geel it is a risky thing A-drivin' it alone, For the way it "jiggers" sometimes Fairly makes a fellow groan. Postmaster Tasb, wife and daughter Nellie and Miss O'Keefe composed a party who autoed to Hemingford Dec oration day to attend memorial services. The attendance wa3 large, nearly 120 vehicles being in the procession to tho cemetery. An interesting address was delivered by Rev. Vallow, the M. E. pas tot of this citv. Tho people of Hem ingford and vicinity always manifest much interest on such occasions and it is a well known fact that no town in the state can boast a better or more patri otic class of people than those who re side there. Whenever an educational meeting is held or any public man of note comes to the countv to speak, Hemingford is well represented. Wo almost forgot to say that the editor acted in the capacity of chaffeur on the trip, which was made either way in an hour, Mr. Tash rendering such valuable assistance as opening gates, carrying water, watching the speedometer and the telegraph poles along the road. Wo didn't oven run out of gasoline on this trip. Arthur Mullen, president of the Bry an Volunteers of Nebraska, returned yesterday from Scottsbluff to which place he accompanied the Bryan party, and left on the afternoon train for Bro ken Bow to attend to some business matters before returning to his home at O'Neill. Ho reports a splendid meet ing at Scottsbluff, about 8,000 people being there to hear the great commoner. W. P . Stephens, better known as "Billy Speed," is in the city again and busy writing signs on the windows of business houses. He's tho best in that line that ever struck Alliance, his work being artistic and he's sure got the speed. Mr. Stephens is different from the average traveling paint artist, as he is temperate and provident and gentle manly in appearance and deportment. REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS X Y HEfOnTED UT y A.-F. DALDBIIKIE, Bonded Abstracter JL James Q. Kennedy to Ida J. Ralls, lots 5o and 51, Co. add to Alliance, 450. J. D. Workman to Frank Gugskey, lots I and 2, blk 5, Wyo. Ave add to Alliance, $70. Charles A. Anderson to Chicago, Burlington & Quincy R. R. Co. south 150 feet of lot 8', blk Y, Sheridan add to Alliance, ?1200. Fred H. Mollring to R. M. Hamp ton, lot 5, blk 1, 1st add to Alliance, Nebr., $1050.'- - F. E. Holsteu to Chicago, Burling ton & Quincy Ry Co. so. 150 ft. of lot 1, blk 6, Slier1, add to Alliance, Nebr., $G50. F. M. Knight to C. B. & Q.' Ry. Co. So. 150 ft of lot 2, blk X.-Shcrl-dan add to Alliance, Nebr., $G50. James Dobrey to C. B. & Q. Ry Co. So. 2 ft. of lot 7, and lots 8 and 9, blk 5, Hitchcock, Hills and Snede kers add to Alliance, $400 and lots 3 and 4 and n of lot 5, Shcr. add to Alliance, Raymond Bros. & Clark Co. to C. B. & Q. Ry. Co. lot 2, and s of lot 3, blk 0, Hitchcock, Hills & Snede kers add to Alliance, $175. Lincoln Land Co. to C. B. & Q. Ry. Co. lot 6 and s of lot 5, blk Y, Sheridan add to Alliance, Nebr. Notice to Taxpayers ' This being- re-assessment year, the Board of Equaliza tion willmeet on June 9, 1908, and remain in session until all adjustments are made. All persons having grievances must appear at this time, as no adjustments will be made after this meeting adjourns.,, x By order of County Board. 24-2t Notice to Advertisers The Herald will be issued on Thurs day forenoon henceforth, so that deliv ery to city subscribers may be made by the regular mail carriers early in the afternoon. Copy for advertisements must be in not later than Wednesday forenoon to insure publication. (( Lost Small gold locket with initials "L. C. T." engraved on front. Reward for return to Lloyd C. Thomas, room 20, Rumer block, Alliance. 24-2 For Sale An extra good four-year old dark brown Percheron stallion. Enquire at the Phillips livery barn or address J. A. Keegan, Alliance. at The John Hague Co., hardware, heat ing and plumbing, also tin and galvan ixed work, For Rent A 4-room quire at Herald office. house. In- 4j .r I U .1 Vfr. -. y. . 1 - '' 3"f -ft. k SJi. S" n r' -$k'$k
