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About The North Platte semi-weekly tribune. (North Platte, Neb.) 1895-1922 | View Entire Issue (March 27, 1914)
torldftt SooiM 3Gfc Wuhk Wtbwt TWENTY-NINTH YEAR. NORTH PLATTE, NEB., MARCH 27, 1914. No. 19 Jjtorilt Oite Will Develop the Birdwood Water Power Mr. P. H. Dayis of Omaha is visiting North Platte today, Ho has many friends among our well-known citizens, soma of whom ho has known for many years. He is one of the men who are willing to back their judgment as to the future growth of the city with their money invested in our industrial enter prises. He is largely interested in the North Platte Electric Company. Today n reporter found Mr. Da is in the company's office here in consultation with the officials of the company. Ho expressed himself as being well satis fied with Noith Platte's prospects, tho best evidence of which is his willingness to put money in its public utilities. "There is ono thing In this connec tion that we have snid very little about, but it has an important bearing upon the issues raised by tho pending or dinance. It is this: "Thq men who are behind this measure have in view tho development of the Birdwood water power, and," said Mr. Davis, "if tho people of North Platto will show their confidence in them at the coming elec tion by their approval of the ordinance, it is proposed at an early date to send out a corns of engineers to investigate thoroughly the Birdwood proposition, a partial report on the subject having al ready been received. "This project alone, involving as it does not only"choap power for North Platte, would furnish a large surplus for pumping water npon the rich land of the Platto valley, and would of it self more than double the population of North JPlatte in the next ten years. "Engineers who have looked into the matter say that there are thousands of acres of rich, irrigable lands that can be made to yield abun dant crops, lying between Birdwood and the city of North Platte, that can be reached only b a system of pumping. Thus it will be seen that the proposed enlarged steam plant in North Platte would be a proper auxilliary to the water power on tho Birdwood. "They tell me that North Platte is making some progress from year to year as a manufacturing center. With a water power generat ing electricity for running motors in numerous factories in North Platte the fuel question would be solved. The number of factories would multiply be cause of the low cost of power. Tho present electric plant has done a little for the town in that direction, but a large installation is required for greater results. This is true of many other progressive cities, For instance, a close investigation of the situation in Omaha would discloso tho fact that there are hundreds of factories in giving employment to thousands of people, power for which is furnished by the local electric plant; and that no one factor has done so much tor the devel opment and growth of Omaha as has low rates for power furnished by the privately owned electric plant of 'that city. "As an illustration," continued Mr. Davis, "suppose a man should want to start a planing mill oi a creamery, em ploying fifteen or twenty men in North Platte. His investment could be made profitable if he had an opportunity to operate by tho electricity at the low rates the North Platte Electric Com pany would gladly name for the day load when the demands upon the equip ment are light. Thero is much in this problem that is not generally known by man who have not fully investigated. It For Instance, if tho city of North Platte, in years to come, should decide to install a municipal plant for lighting the streets and a small portion of the resi dences, vou could have well lighted thoroughfares, but unless a yery large investment should be made, such us municipalities usually and very wisely shy away from, thero would be nothing for the up-building of the industries which are the very life and sinew of a city. There is a large area west of this city which is now profitably producing a considerable quatnity of grain. With cheap power North Platte could support flouring, feed and alfalfa mills, giving employment to hundreds of men. Other lines of manufacturing would surely follow. Depending upon gasoline engines or steam plants, at heavy ex penso, with tlfe high cost of fuel pre vailing in this part of the state, nonu of this dovelopmont can be looked for. In my opinion the people will soon be alive to tho advantages of cheap power and the many uses of electricity. Local and Personal Mr. and Mrs. Langlois who were married last week, left last night for Lincoln, whero they will make their future home. The smartest dresses for ladies in crepeB and silks, at very low prices, are now shown at The Leader. Mac Wostfall, -of Lead, S. D., has been visiting friends in town this week and will remain over Sunday. He says no is getting along nicely at Lead. August Hazenkamp, a former North Platte resident, has been appointed Eostnlftster at Laramie. He went to aramie about fifteen years ago and engaged in, business and has been successful. Free Doll Patterns are being given away at The Tramp Dry Goods Dcpt., but the children must be accompanied by their mothers. E. T. Tramp & Son. Mrs. H. S. White entertained Monday evening at her home. Twelve guests were presont and a four course dinner Was served. Miss Dorothy Hinman and Helen Gleason assisted in serving. Mr. and Mrs. flerdrich of Long Beach, Calif, arrived in the city this week fpr. a visjt of several days,to look after their land interests out near Jack Morrow Flatts. Mrs. Hordrich is a sister of Mrs. Cary A. Plant, who was nn old resident of Lincoln county. Children's Coats, age 2 to 10, just arrived at The Leader. District Secretary Shoemaker, of the civil service commission, is in town to ddy. He came here to hold an examina tion, but the necessary blanks had not arrived fnyn Washington and the ex amination could not be held. Misses Minnie Lowe, Elsie Langford and Lillian Sturges had intended taking the examination for stenographer. Hendy & Ogior report tho salo of a Ford car to Mrs. Warren Kelly this week. Attorney J. G. Beeler left this morn ing for Sutherland to look after soino legal business. Morris Fowler returned this morning from Grand Island where ho spent a few days visiting friends and looking after matters of business. Weather forecast: Unsettled with probably rain tonight or Saturday. Not much chango in temperature. Highest temperature yesterday BO, a yer ago 21; lowest last night 32, a year ago 12. Mrs. Homer Huff is reported con valescing nicely from her illness. She has boon confined at the P. & S. hospi tal tor some timo taking medical treat ment. Tho finest lino of Dress Skirts, from $5 up, just arrived at The Leader. Mr, and Mrs. F. S. Payne of the Stapleton vicinity, arrived in tho city this morning to visit their sons who are attending local high school. Mr. Payne announces that as soon as school is out they will leave for a year's visit in the west and ibat they may decide to locate thnre. Special for Saturday, March 28th. Ruching 19c per yard. Now is the timo to get yourVurhing for Saturday only. E. T. Tramp & Son. George Razes and Miss Irene Arnold wero married yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock in tho office of tho county judgo. The groom is a young man twenty-ono years of age and recently purchased tho Majestic shining parlors in the McCabe building. The bride is only seventeen. v Tho couple was at tended by the bride's mother. They will make their home in this city. One lot of ladies' Queen Quality shoes, broken sizes, in tan anu black, lace and button, worth up to $4.50, your choice nt $2.39 at The Leader. The Senior girls and the faculty team met again last evening at the Lloyd opera house for a second clash for basketball supremacy. Tho final score was 7 to 6 in favor of tho faculty. The game was close and hard fought and at no time did either side havo any great lead, They played the same lineup as Tuesday evening with addition of Fay Elder as second center for the Seniors and Esther Elder the faculty. Confirmation Dresses, all sizes, very handsome styles, are now shown at Tho Leader. Walla Walla lodgo No. 5G, I. 0. 0. F. hold an exceptionally interesting meeting last evening at their halH Ninety-two members were present, and sevort new candidates were taken into the order and given degree wbrk. At tho close of the evening's work a nico supper was served to tho members. Ono of the most interesting features of the entertainment was an address given by Fred J. Warren of Omaha, formerly of this city. r "" " " "r --' " -" -a ,,' a, , ..'& A. fi.t Notice. The Eastern Star will hold a special meeting for initiation Tuesday evening, March 31st. All members and visit ing members are urged to bo present. Hattie Rineker, Worthy Matron. Anna Hosier, Secretary. rf fW VST tyr'iiiiiiiiiiiiiwiii'iiii'i . rr '''fcrrJjLjffl Only Two Weeks to Easter and for this great event you will need a Coat, Suit or Dress. The Leader has the best selections, at lower prices, of any store in town. We have an expert fitter and seamstress from Omaha to make alterations free. Special for Saturday, Monday and Tuesday, With every Dress and Suit from $10 up we will give free A SILK WASHABLE PETTICOAT. If Its a Printzess You Know the Style is Right. 'w III I Ms I Wlul r.wTl-t!'-0-.'! ? if ff80 The Printzess label inside he collar of a Coat or Suit is a style right guarantee. Behind it stands . the judgmqnt of men who follow keenly every change and develop ment in the world of fashiion who kn&w how best to express them in , forms that will be pleasing to you; that will be adaptable to your requirements. If it's a Printzess you know the material is right, for Printzess f Wool means all wool. Every detail in the construction of these garments is the work of a master tailor and is subjected to re peated examinations before it is pronounced fit for your wearing. The newest styles n Printzess are here waiting your inspection '' your approval your purchase. ' 1 1 J1 ft Wmi Nil WitElSH JSqq Visit our garment, department It will, be, a pleusuvc "to ' you and to us to show you these high-class garments. T TRAMP 6?& 9b The literary department of the Twentioth century club will meet to morrow afternoon with Mrs. John Voseipka, 215 So. Ash. Tho Royal Neighbors will meet Tues day afternoon with Mrs, Cohagen, 403 East B street. A ten- cout lunch will bo served. Everyone invited. Onion sets 10 and Yli rents por quart ntBaldock & Son, 17-2 Dr. Gainsfort, of Ugalalln, was In the city yesterday looking after business matters and called at tho office of Dr. W. F. Crook for a visit. Ho is contem plating buying a new Buick car. Miss Elva Da arrived in tho city yes terday from Sheridan, Wyo., and will remain here. Attornoy E. H. Evans was a business visitor to Tryon Wednesday to look alter some legal matters. Order a Domestic vacuum cleaner beforo spring houso cleaning time. Mrs. M. V. Mitchell, Thone Red 104. Dell Bonner expects to return to Lin coln today to resume his work at tho university school of music. He has been visiting his relatives and friends in tho city for tho past few days. The Missionary department of the Twentioth century club will meot to morrow afternoon Mrs. J. W. Payne. Georgo Mudd, of Harsher, has his right arm in a sling, tho result of having broken a bono In the elbow last Sunday whilo working with a colt. ' Card of Thanks. Wo wish to thank tho many frienOs for their kindness during the sickness and death of our beloved wifo and mother; also for tho floral ofTorings. William M. Wray and Son, ,".,. , ", ..I i-,,....,. ' ' ' To the Millinery Trade! The Leader Julius Pizer Becy &najiat$ ,Mk uiorn wj women. . -" f -" .. . .' ,"51 sasei? ttW9'VCl !f u.i worn iw women. "jsg ti-vw, - Ill I We take pleasure in announcing that our stock of Millinery is now complete in every detail, and we have on display an elaborate assortment of the best and most practical hats. We invite you to visit Nqrth Platte's only exclusive hat store before buying. Yours for business, McVicker's Millinery, at The Hat Shop, 3 doors east of First National Bank Phone Red 277. iM .' ? SO V HHHHHMn i" tail
