LOCAL AND I'EKSOXAL
Tlio Helnvenue Club will moot at
tho horns of Mrs. E. It. Mills at 7
South Maple Street Friday afternoon.
,Mlss Forn Hretornltz will loavo the
latter part of tho weok rur Omaha
where she will visit friends for a few
tiays.
' ' (Make your rocord. list more of a
tfioiuuro by adding 'Ten Llttlo Hot
tics'" and 'Wy Saliara Rose." Get
thorn at Dixon's Music Shop.
The dance glvon at tho K. C. Hall
last ovoning was largoly attended.
Tho music Was furnished by tho
Scholtz Orchestra of Denver.
Tho A. T. Johnson Department
Storo is offering ONE-THIRD to ONE
HALF OFF on nil of its millinery.
Tho Swedish Mission will hold its
next regular service at the People's
Mission Church at 7:30 Nov. 19th.
All aro welcome.
Tho Parent-Teacher Association of
tho Jefferson School will meet at tho
Jefferson building at three o'clock on
"Wednesday afternoon. A good pro
gram has been proparcd.
Missionary meeting of tho Woman's
Auxiliary of tho Baptist Church,
meets Thursday, Nov. 18th, at the
church. Hostesses Mrs. A. N. Dur
bln, Mrs. Geo Meyers, Mrs Dixon and
Mrs. Pease.
Tho Episcopal Guild will meet
Thursday morning at 10 o,'clock in the
church basement. This is to be an
all day session for work. Each mem
ber is to bring something for tho
lunch which will bo served at noon.
Tho "Woman's Home Missionary
Society of tho Methodist Church will
meet in the church parlors Friday
afternoon at three o'clock. They will
tako up tho second chapter of the
study book and review the Octobor
paper.
Tho War Mothers have decided to
mako tho Armistice Day Party and
Danco an annual affair. Tho celebra
tion this year- was a great success.
Thanks are offered by tho War Moth-
Miss Eva Hon'gland returned to Lin
coln Sunday whore she is attending
tho Stato University, aftor spending
tho weok ond with hor paronts Mr.
and Mrs. W.'V. Hoaglnnd.
Lot tho Kiddlos come to our after- i
school matlnooe commencing at 4:10"
p. m. ouch day. Sun Theatre.
Tho Mothodlst Aid Society will moot
in tho Church parlors, Thursday nf
tornoon Rt 2:80. The cntortalnlug
committee will bd Mosdnmos Lam,
Heeler, Temple and Norrall.
Don't put off Xmas shopping until
It is too late to recoivo tho correct
service and until tho stocks aro de
pleted. Dixon's salospooplo will 'bo
glad to show you ahout.
Mrs. Ed Rebhauson arrived home
tho lattor part of tho weok from Om
aha whore she accompanied hor hus
band who underwent an oporatlon.
Ho Is roported to bo doing nicely.
Chapter AK of the P. E. O. Sister
hood will moot tomorrow (Wednes
day) aftornoon at tho home of Mrs.
W. H . McDonald. Mrs. Butler Buch
anan will have charge of tho pro
gram. Some wise people aro now doing
their Xmas shopping. Wo beg of
you to do the same. Our stock is in
splendid condition and you aro wol
conio to make us a visit. -Dixon, The
Jowoler.
Tho Homo Economics Department
of tho Twentieth Century Club will
meet at tho Fireman's Hall at three
iP. M. today (Tuesday.) The subject
will be "Food Values" and Mrs. York
Hlnman is tho leader.
The Ladles Aid Society of tho Pres
byterian Church will meet In the par
lors of tho church Thursda afternoon.
This is last meeting before Annual
Fair and Supper, Dec. 2nd, and every
member is asked to bo present
Tho Nebraska College of Agriciri
turo distributes freo of charge pub
lications dealing with such subjects
as foods and cookery, foodpresorva
tlon. dietetics, textiles and clothing,
house construction, housohold equip-
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aturday Night
WILCOX DEPARTMENT STORE
WHiHiHi!liHiHiHi!M
ers to tho Temple Craft and those ' m0nt( house furnishing, household
morc'hants who so kindly helped to management, health and hygiene, rec
mako this n financial success reation, etc. Those interested should
N. M. Graham, Dlslvlonal Director agc for a nst 0f these publications
of Vocational Rehabilitation for this nnd tl,on check 0ff those desired ami
District, was in tho city Saturday, . roturil the 'list.
conferring with Miss Sarah Kelly, in
regard to tho vocational training of
some of tho Lincoln County boys who
served in tho war. Mr. Graham was
formerly Superintendent of Schools
of South Omaha.
Suit was filed in the District Court
Saturday by Lloyd B. Hazen through
Wm. E. Shuman, his attorney, against
tho Union Pacific Railroad. Hq asks
for $15,000 damages for an accident
which occurred at the round-house
in tho local yards. Tho case will
probably come up for trial some time
during tho early part of next yoar.
Tho "Skywayman" showing at tho
Crystal tonight and touiorow will like
ly, be of much public interest as It
features Lt. Omar Locklear whoso re
cent death brought sadness to his ad
mirers everywhere, ockleqr was un
doubtedly great in his chosen Held, a
pioneer of tho air whose thrilling
deeds havo helped to make ordinary
aeroplane travel seem safe and pleas
ant. His wonderful accomplishments,! Butchering."
in spite of the fact that they cventu-1 lug of lard,
ally cost him his life, have been of
real service to the public and to those
forwarding the new science of air
travel. Ten per cent of tho rental re
ceipts of this film aro given to the
widows of tho men who lost their lives
just after completing this picture
HIGH SCHOOL Jb'OOXnALL SCHED
ULE FOIt THIS YEAH ALMOST
COMPLETED.
THE HAPPINESS OF EARLY SE
LECTION. "My Christinas shopping
Is one of the pleasures of the year,"
u lady remarked in our storo the
other day. "And' sko added, "I al
ways come here to do it, and come
here early, because I know I'll find
what I want." Of course, we aim nU
ways to havo what is newest and
most attractive 'goods tho quality of
.which Is abovo question or reproach.
Hut much of the pleasuro of Christ
mas shopping is duo to this, custom-,
er's custom of doing it early. It Is
not to early now. sTho . Sign of the
Big Ring CLINTON, THE JEWELER
"GIFTS THAT LAST."
The Nebraska Collego of Agricul
ture has two publications which offer
many suggestions about b'trPchcring
on the farm. One is called "Pork and
Beef" and deals with nil phases of
killing and caring for tho meat from
these two' kinds jf animals. Tho other !
Is called "Woman's Part in Home j
It deals with the mak-
sausage, uolognn, bend
cheese, and the handling of tho var
ious other by-products at butchering
time. Both publications may bo ob
tained freo. Ask for Extension bulle
tin 52, "Pork and Beef" nnd food cir
cular No. 25, "Woman's Part in homo
Butchering"
Tho lo'cal high school team has had
a wonderful season so far with only
two moro games to bo played. On
"next Friday tho Curtis Agricultural
School will send its best men over
here to try the locals and a good game
is assured. Tho Aggies havo i bunch
of. big fellows and they are said to
be well coached although the individ
ual players aro inexperienced. The
game will bo hold at tho Fair Grounds
beginning at 3 P. M. Season ticket
holders will bo admitted without ad
ditional charge. Thanksgiving Day
Grand Island plays here.
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LINCOLN COUNTY SHOULD HAVE A
COUNTY FARM BUREAU
We would hardly try to get along
witnout a, commercial uiuu or a Uliam
LT. OMER LOCKLEAR
the intrepid daredevil of the sky, in
THE SKYWAYMAN"
The story ofktheman who knew no fear. Aviation's ' most intrepid flyer per
formsjthestunl8 whichmade him famous. An evening of entertainment that is
different. Tonight's Comedy, Billy West in "HANDS UP," Wednesday's
Comedv. "A SHOT GUNWEDD1NG.M t
Crystal Theatre, Tonight and Wednesday
ADULTS 30c CHILDREN 15c
METHODIST HOSPITAL TO JUE
CONSIDERED AT OMAHA TO
f NIGHT.
bcr of Commerce -in North Platte4-j. Tho Coinmfltco of the Methodist
Tho Farm Bureau docs for tho Farm-. Church Conference, having charge of
than the Chamber ofJho Hospital work in this state will
for tho city people'. Avlrncct' in Omnh'a tonight and it is prob
ers, even more
Commerce does for
paid secretary lins been found ncces-Tible that some action will be taken
sary In order to mako
of Commerce a success.
the Chamber regarding tho location of tho instltu
A paid , man, tlon proposed for Western Nebraska.
called the Agent has boon found neces
sary In order to make the Farm Bu
reau a success, fie looks after the-Interests
of the farmer in, a similar man
ner to the way tho Secretary of tho
Chamber of Coinmerco looks after til'1
Interests of tho city morchants and
business men. The two might be com
bine Into one office but no one man
Geo. Carey, Secretary of tho Chamber
of Commerco and John Edwards, Di
rector, left last night for Omaha to
meet with tho Board tonight. Gener
al Manager Jeffors will join them In
presenting tho merits of North Platte
as the location for such an institu
tion. Tho building will probably not
bo built for some time yet but tho
could "bo expected to attend to all thelocatlon may bo decided at any time.
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work of that office. Farm Bureaus aro
being organized In Nebraska at the I'ISTS 01
rate of one u week. "Each comprtst-s , DUCE
county. When will this fine bis
county of ours get into the game? , u, , smith, Supervisor o(
LINCOLN COUNTY PRO
SHIPPERS ISSUED
You1 will bo pleased with the iii
rangement of our store for tho Nnuvs
shopping. Dixon, tho Jowolor.
A. J. Novak of Gothenburg, was
a business visitor in North Platte
this wtiek.
Auction
Merchandise
The remains of the Nelsen & Co.
4
Dry Goods and Shoe Stock to be
Sold at Auction beginning Wed
nesday Afternoon at 3 p. m.
and Evening at 7:30.
Also All Store Fixtures For Sale
INEiLiDEiril & LU.
717 NORTH LOCUST STREET.
I k. a. sniiin, supervisor oi. Agri
culture for the Union Pacllic System,
has issued a number of lists that are
interesting and instructive. Ono of
theso Is a. list of Fruit Dealers who
havo shipped over the Uhlon Pacific.
It includes Frank Turpie, Routo 1,
North Platte; J. II . Bonham and M.
H. Woodman of 'Sutherland. -Another
list naming tho potatoo shippers
includes A. T. Yartcr, Brady;
E. W. Cokcr, Sutherland; II. J.
Griffith, Sutherland nnd II. Nichol
son, Sutherland. Tho list of Hay
shippers is longor including tho fol
lowing Lincoln County firms: Loy-poldt-Pennington
Co., North Platto;
Carl WIckslrom, Horslioy; Harring
ton Mercantile Co.,. North Platto; J.
McCullough, Brady; Murphy & John
son, Brndy; G. II. Rosentrator, Brady
W. W. Wlnquist, Brady; C. C. Carl
ton, Brady; R. Camblln, Brady; W.
C. Dolan, Maxwell; L. J. Hansen,
Maxwell; C. W. Burkland, Suther
land and John Cox, Sutherland.
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Mns. w. h. Mcdonald enter
tains TRAVEL AND STUDY
CLUB.
Tho Travel nnd Study Club met at
tho homo of Mrs. W. II. McDonald
last evening and listened to a parlor
talk by Mrs. W. P. Klllon of Wal
lace. Tho subject was "Travols In
Italy." Mrs. Klllen told of Naplos,
i Rome and Venice and showed many
views aad photographs of ruins,
scenes and buildings there Mrs. Kll
lon is planning a tour of parts of
Europo for tho coming summor and
will conduct a party of sightseers
through tho countries visited.
SAY IT WITH FLOWERS
North Platto Floral Co.Flowors.
W. Twolfth Street Phono 1023
Wo dolivor nnd ship anywhoro
Something to be
Thankful
65.-..
For
The ft. C. of L
is down, and we can furnish your
needs at a Big Saving
These Are Not Special,
But Are Our Regular
Prices
1 Can No. 2 Tomatoes y $ .12VL"
1 Can No. 2 Peas '.15-4
1 Can' No. 2 Corn .15
1 Can No. 2 Tomatoes 20
1 Gal. Can Corn Syrup 90
1 Gal. Can White Syrup 1.00
1 Pkg. Red Moon Pancake Flour .40
1 Largo Package Corn Flakes .20
1 y2 11). G. & S. Cocoa .25 ...
1 Package Wheat Hearts ( Same as Cream of Wheat) .28;.
G Packages Matches .35
1 io Lb. Package Black Pepper .25
1 8 Oz. Bottle Catsup-. ----- - .12i2
1 Large Jar Apple Butter .45
1 Qt. Cranberries .15
1 Lb. Fresh Sweet Potatoes 07 Vu
I Lb. Hand Picked Navy Beans - .10
1 Lb. Fancy Japan Rice .12 Mi
3 Pkgs Armour Macaroni, Spaghetti, Egg Noodles .25
1 Package Quaker Macaroni made with milk .15
3 Bars P. & G. Soap .25
I Bars White Laundry Soap .25
Gamble Springer
ALL 4 STORES