R XT Aware That < tJ p Allowipg^ A Great Opportunity to pass every day that you do not visit our bank. \ \ Success and Friends follow a bank account j V \ iOOOOOOOOCOOOOOOOOOOt I \ f We can prove this to you if you will give us( a chance. j aooooooooooooooooooog ] FIRST NATIONAL BANK . of Loup City, Nebraska . _. \ CO. f. >Iason, prest. H. B. Outhouse, Vlcc-Pres. * L. Ftansen, Cashier v A Varnishes and Enamels In all Varieties and of every kind, carried at this drug store. Here are a few that are now being used by happy housewives to beautify their homes: Mound City House Paint. M. C. Grecian Enamels. Mound City Floor Paint M. C. Flat Wall Paint M.C. To-walk on Stain M.C. Varnishes Drug Store LiO£l\olm T. E. YOUNGQUEST (Sucessor to C. W Fletcher) Exclusive Shoe Store Carries the Best and Most Up-to-date * Stock of Ladies’, Gents and Children’s Wear Ever Brought to We cordially invite you to call and inspect our stock. We will guarantee satisfaction with every sale. Quality considered, my prices are as low as found anywhere. Schwaner, the Jeweler. New line of umbrellas, gold and sterling silver detachable halidles now on display at Schwaner’s. the Jeweler. A very slight frost visited this section Monday night of this week, but too light to do damage. Everyone should attend the special sale of Graniteware at the new Ten Cent Store, Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Our people were gls.d to greet on our streets last week Mr. Louis Rein, who returned Wednesday evening from Chicago, where he had been in a hospital for treatment several months. Mr. Rein, while not a well man by any means, is very much im g proved over what he was when he left f here. Our people, with one accord, will wish him speedy return to vig orous health. The district assembly of Kebekahs, composed of the Loup City, Rockville, Sargent,-Comstock and Arcadia lodges, held their annual meeting at Arcadia Tuesday and Wednesday evenings of this week, too late to give any report of their doings in tills issue. If the sisters will hand in a write-up we will be pleased to publish same next week. S. F. Reynolds a few days since was thrown from his light wagon at ids home in this city, sustaining severe injuries, and which will incapacitate him from work for some time, lie had driven into his yard and w as mak ing a turn, when his horse made a sudden jump, cramping the wagon, and throwing him violently to the ground, striking full force on his open right hand, severely wrenching hand and arm, and his head striking on the tongue of a wagon near by nearly rendered him unconscious from the blow. As a result lie is rather badlv used up physically, but yet insists upon being up and around and at tending to business. THE NORTHWESTERN ’ Subscription to the North- | ; western is $1.50 u year j i Sius?le Copy 5 cents | LOCAL NEWS. Dr Vallier. Osteopath, Grand Island Mrs. Carlsen was a visitor at Grand Island Tuesday. A new line of spring suits and cloaks at Loup City Mercantile Co. Grandma Criss is here from River dale visiting relatives and old friends. if you have a horse or a mule to sell, call phone 20. Myrl A. Warrick. A. Spelts purchased a Ford auto last Thursday. You ought to see the line of spring cloaks at Loup City Mer. Co. John Needham went to Cairo on business Tuesday. Page Woven Wire Fencing and barb wire at bottom prices. L. N. Smith. Mrs. M. C. Mulick and Mrs. T. A. Taylor were passengers for Grand Island this morning. Big Red Millet seed for sale by Geo. Zigler at $1 per bushel. 3-27-tf Frank Brew er had business at Grand Island Tuesday. Good work horses for sale. Phone 9203. A. E. Charlton. tf Miss Lucille Erazim of Ravenna is here on an extended visit to her sister. Mrs. Gus Lorentz. No one will need to go out of town to buy spring cloaks this year, as you can get most every thing you want at Loup City Mercantile Co. My Ice Wagon starts May 1st, rain or shine. Please have your refriger ators ready. Jas. W. Conger. We pay cash for eggs delivered at UIJC blCdlBCi J . I ltavenna Creamery Co. Furniture, almost as good as new for sale at the Second Hand Store for 5oc on the dollar. A. B. Conger last week moved from i the Minshull home into the Kansink house, which they will occupy till his new home is finished. J. W. Johnson will have two stal lions at McLaughlin's barn Mondays and Tuesdays and Fridays and Sat urdays each week '5-29 R. P. Starr went to Omaha on legal business last Thursday morning, tak ing his babj boy Buster along as mascott. If you want a dray, phone A. L. En derlee. Black 6.1, or leave your order with either lumber yard or E. G. Taylor. Best of service guaranteed. Dan Carpenter returned from the sandhills last week and has rented the Mrs. Margaret Ogle farm near Austin to farm the present year. Miss Lettie Peugli left for Galv, 111., this morning to spend the summer vacation with her parents, returning to teach again this fall. Good seed oats, two kinds, pure and clean, home grown, also Stock Food and Molasses Feed, for sale by Robert Dinsdale. tf Miss Waite, teacher in the Charlton district, finished her school last week and left for her home near McCook Saturday morning. W7e are paying 27 cents cash for cream delivered at the creamery. We test and pay cash for cream. Ravenna Creamery Co. Try the Ideal Bakery for Bread. Pies, Cakes and Pastry ( of all kinds. Special attention given to orders for parties, entertainments, 6 o’clock dinners, etc. Willie Thrasher, who has been tak ing treatment at Grand Island for a number of weeks is reported much improved. He is now visiting his L7ncle Tucker near Greeley. Grandma Reiman went to Boelus Tuesday for a two weeks’ visit with her daughter-in-law. The dear old lady has been a severe sufferer for some time past with rheumatic troubles. Last Thursday night and Friday forenoon Loup City was visited with an inch of rain, which followed by the rains of a few weeks previous, give this section of country credit with about four inches. Another fourth of an inch Wednesday. 1 G.W. Colli priest returned home from Iowa yesterday noon, where he was I called by the illnessof his father, who passed away before he arrived. Our phople will sympathize with George in the loss of Ills beloved father. The council meets tonight, having failed of a quorum Tuesday and last night. They will elect various minor officials, select committees, etc. The matter of calling a special election to vote on Sunday base ball will come up, among other things. If you are in need of cement blocks see C. J. Tracy. He has a large quantity on hand fully seasoned and | ;lt prices which will make you buy as1 a matter of speculation alone, whether you need them at the present or not. He will give you an eye-opener on ] the low price of the same. Dr. O. E. Longacre and Mr. A. F. j Eisner will leave here this coming Saturday morning for a four to six weeks’ trip to tne South and East. They go direct from here to St. Louis, thence to New Orleans, where they go by water to New York City, j Returning, they will visit various points of interest cnroute, getting all the enjoyment possible out of their vacation from business cares. Mav they have one continual round of pleasure from the time they leave here until they return. About 500 bushels Early Ohio seed potatoes for sale at 50c per bushel. tf A. J. Johnson. J. W. Conger’s ice wagon began its cooling work last Thursday. Complete line of goods that go to make up an up-to-date jewelry store at Scliwaner’s. A B. & M. work train was here Tuesday morning looking after repair work. t For Sale—Sharpless Cream Separa tor. tV. J, McLaughlin. Fred Lewis of Murphy visited over last Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Lewis. Will Doner was doing some plaster ing for Tenus Biemond at Schaupps the first of the week. If you want good, prompt draying, call on C. L. McDonald, successor to Ilagood. Our Loup City boys crossed bats with Scotia last Sunday, going over by auto. Mrs. Belle Goodwin and baby are here from Grand Island visiting at the parental home. Remember my Ice Wagon only goes every other day in the month of May. .las. W. Conger. A brother of H. W. Gustafson, who had been visiting him from Hamilton county, returned home Tuesday morning. Mrs. II. Krebs went to Grand Island Tuesday to meet her sister and hus band on their way to Seattle from Omaha to make that their home. Electrician Waite lias been busy the past few days wiring the olo court house joke for juice lights. About 500 bushels Early Ohio seed potatoes for sale at 50c per bushel. tf A. J. Johnson. Select a nice parsol and have de tachable handle monogramed. at Schwaner's. Mrs. James Burnett has not been so well of late, and her condition is again becoming serioas. Rev. Jas. A. Duffy, the new bishop of the Kearney diocese, was a Loup City visitor at the home of M. C. Mulick on Tuesday of this week. Leave orders for theC.L. McDonald dray at either lumber yard,or E. G. at Taylor’s. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Simpson and little daughter. Margaret, were Grand Island visitors Monday. The Sturtevant Vacuum Cleaner, the clean way to clean. See C. R. Sweetland or phone. He has them for sale or rent. The B. & M. passenger going east mornings, commencing Monday, makes a whole lot of hustling on the part of those who go east, especially those who live in the country. The Misses Iva Henry and Sigrid Rasmussen attended a wedding at Dannebrog last week Wednesday, where Miss Rasmussen was brides maid, the ladies returning home next dav. An> one wishing carpets wove at and 18 cts. per yard. Call on Rachel Piatt, Arcadia, Neb., R. 3, Box 19, or Phone 9109. 5-22-13 Bert G. Travis, of the 5 and 10 cent store, has moved into one of the Mrs. Gardiner cottages. That brings him closer to his business than where he formerly lived near the St. Joseph church. E. M. Marvel of Route 2 was called to Giltner last Saturday by the death of an uncle, father of Mr. Rufe Wag goner. who was formerly bar-keeper for M. C. Mulick. Our people will be pleased to learn that Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Cooper have concluded arrangements to return to Loup City from their home in west ern Nebraska, and will make their home in the Judge Moon cottage. They expect to be here within a couple of weeks. Loup City is to have a new picture ahow, H. C. Ogle of Austin having piiretoased an outfit at St. Paul, and will start up in the old Chase drug store building, as soon as Jeweler Schwaner moves into his new quart ers in the old Draper photograph building. We forgot to mention last week that Jason Gilbert is here from Mar shalltown. Iowa, on a protracted visit. Uncle Jason is one of the royal old Boys in Blue whose health was completely shattered during the Civil War, but thanks to a vigorous con stitution. he is yet able to answer roll call among the few veterans of the War of the Rebellion yet living. The council met last week Wednes day, when Mayor Outhouse and Councilman Lorentz were sworn in. The following morning the council met in executive session and granted licenses to M. C. Mulick, Ed Oltmann and Mat Igqowski, but did no further business. G. C. Collipriest, being away by the illness of his father, could not be sworn in, and the council delayed further business at that time in hopes he could be with them when other business matters came before j them. The many friends of Earle Harper, son of Rev. W. C. Harper, formerly M. E. minister in this city, will be interested to know that he has com posed the m usic of a college song for his school, where he is at present a student at the Marionville (Mo.) college, in the south part of the Show-Me state. The words and music are said to be very catchy and reflect much credit upon our former Loup City boy. Earle will be remembered as being quite a talented student of music while here, and we believe has great possibilities along musical lines. About 500 bushels Early Ohio Seed potatoes for sale at 50c per bushel. tf A. J. Johnson. Miss Elizabeth Dinsdale of Palmer visited in Loup City over last Sunday. Discs sharpened by either the cold rolling or cutting process at Garner's. Prices right and staisfaction guar anteed. Get my prices and see my stock of watches before making your purchase. Schwaner, the Jeweler. The churches of this city will ob serve Mothers’ Day next Sunday with appropriate services. Special low prices on Plow and List er Lays at Garner's shop. E. F. Jones painter and paper hanger. Phone Black 74. You are always on the right road when you follow the crowd to the Loup City Mer. Co., as they have the goods. Buy your wall paper at the Loup City paint store. Wanted at Once.— Two young men of good appearance to represent a well established Chicago house. Must come well recomended. Address C. W. Barber. North Loup. Nebr. Rev. L. C. McEwen was elected a commissioner to the General Presby terian Assembly which meets in At lanta, Georgia, May lath, by the Kearney Presbytery, held at Fuller ton recently_Kearney Democrat. Dr. O. E. Longacre and Wm. Schu man autoed to Farnham, Monday, where the doctor went to visit his parents for a day prior to his extended visit to the east and south. E. A. Miner went to Grand Island Tuesday to attend the funeral of a daughter of his friend, Mr. Peter Hansen, who has been connected with him in business affairs for a number of years. Jack Pageler returned from his Texas trip last week and not wishing to be idle this summer, has rented the Elmer Youngquest farm for the coming season. .lack has a new out fit, mules, harness and wagon, and perched up on a high seat looks as though he meant biz. Notice I desire to announce that my Studio will be closed from May 10th to about June 10th. A. F. Eisner. Road Vacation Notice (Leibliart) To all whom it may concern: The commissioner appointed to vacate the oublic road crossing the n e 1-4 section twenty-six (sec 2ii) and north west quarter and northeast quarter (nw 1-4 and ne 1-4) and southeast quar rer (se 1-4) ol section twenty-five (25) all in Town fifteen (15) Range four teen (14) has reported in favor of such vacation, provided that the substitu ted roads be made passable and all objections thereto, or claims for dam ages must be riled in the county clerk’s office on or before noon of the 10th day of July,1913, or such road will be vacated with out reference thereto. Dated at Loup City this 7th day of May. 1913. L. B. Polski, County Clerk Last pub June 5 Whose Name Is In Your Gloves? SIMMONS? WE SELL THEM! We don’t care much about names alone, but | when we find one that stands for quality and t service in any article, it means something to j our customers and us. SIMMONS MEANS FINE KID GLOVES They look well, wear well, and Fit All Hands and All Purses When you want the best, ask us for SIMMONS KID GLOVES -. Loup City Ner.Co. STAR BRANM2CES ARE BETTER” Star Brand Shoes are Better We have a new and com plete line of Star Brand Shoes You have seen these shoes advertised in most all farm papers You have noticed that these shoes will stand cut ting to prove that they are all pure leather. Every pair guar anteed, we handle them in all kinds of leather and in men’s ladies and children’s, when you once buy a Star Brand Shoe you will use no othe. For sale by Loup City Mer. Co. • 1 T7 ever talk with Hid i ou •sjtirz bout our bauk account plan for accumu lating more money? Ever ask the man who is using it his reason for adopting this method? If there is any advantage, any real gain from using this plan, it is a matter of interest to you. Ask the man who knows—get his ideas. Talk witn your neighbors. If our plan will give better protection to your present in income, if it will help you to accumulate more for future comforts, you wil want to use it. We snail be glad to have you with us. Loup City State Bank t Summer Wash Goods We have got a complete line of summer wash goods which we are offering at a close price. Part of the goods is as follows: SuperaSilk Crape, at.50c per yard Krinkled Crape is one of the most durable fabrics for children’s dresses at a low price Washable Corduroy comes in two grades at.25c and 50c per yard ; Subperb Silk Voile, striped, purple pink, old Rose, blue.50c per yd Washable Silk, cheaper grade..25c per yd Ratena in all colors__ .50c to $1.00 per yd Holyoke Dress Ginghams in striped and plaids, light and dark, regular 12 1-2 grade, sale 10c Flaxon to close out in light, medium and dark regular price 20c, sale price while they last_13c One lot of ladies’ waists on counter, regular $1.50, $1.75, $2.00 and $2 50. Your choice.98c (ALL A AD SEE OUR LINE OF HOUSE DRESSES Do not forget that we handle the Henderson corsets, every one guaranteed. Loup City MercantileCo. i Loup City Infirmary of Osteopathy Dr. James F. Blanchard. Physician in charge * » Office will be in Infirmary after May 1st. All acute and chronic diseases treated successfully without drugs Patients desiring rooms at the Infirmary may make such ar rangements by writing or phoning a day or so in ad vance of coming. Rates on request. Market Week Sale x Friday, May 9, to Satuday, May 17 16 lbs. of Best Sugar for One Cent. If You pur chase the following list of Groceries. 16 lbs of granulated sugar..01 1 can of Health Club Baking Powder.25 2 can Red Salmon.'.40 1 Package Celluloid Starch.10 1 Package Gloss Starch.05 1 lb. Coffee.30 1-2 lb. Japan Tea .25 1 Bar Cocoanut Oil Soap.05 1 Package Yeast.05 2 boxes Jello.20 3 boxes Corn Flakes.25 1 lb. Cheese.25 1-2 gallon Corn Syrup.25 1 package Salt.10 2 boxes washing powder.10 2 cans corn..25 3 packages rice.25 11 box Tooth picks.05 11 box oat meal... .25 11 can of peas. 13 1 lamp chimney. 10 1 good broom.... 50 1-2 pound chocolate.-. ►. .20 1 pound soda.10 1 pound peanut butter.20 2 packages seeded raisins. 20 1 bottle catsup. .15 i Total cost. $439 Above is a list of groceries t hich a housewife uses every day and in order to get 16 lbs. granulated sugar | for One cent, every article must be taken as listed. No items changed. All groceries are listed at their regular selling prices. A. E. CHASE