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" FOR REPRESENTATIVE
"thereby announce myself m a candidate
fertaeaemlnaUonfor representative from
tftemadUtrlctolNebrMkSt subject Jp tho
Will, of the De'mooratte and PeopHf Inde
feieadat voters at the primaries to be held
AjsHMT.iltl qaoaoaW.lnBDsav.
A number of subscriptions to this
eefter will expire with this Issue and
vie earnestly request that aubserlbera
will renew at once. We are doing our
Hfcat to give you a good paper with all
ifca n
jjlat
newa and your renewal will be
itly appreciated. Borne of our
Jbscrlbers are In arrears and we urge
mem to come in as soon as possible
and pay their accounts aa our expenses
ejt this time are vory heavy. We ox
aect to move Into our new location
sometime next month and this calls
for extra money. A little help from
you at this time will aid us exceeding
ly. We are looking for you to come
In or to remit by mall.
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With a fall of snow, of six Inches and
warmth' enough to melt the top so the
wind cannot blow the snow away the
prospects tor a erop of wheat are cer
tainly encouraging. This snow was
general, all over this .state and also
, "Colorado so that there Is an abundance
of moisture. Winter whfcat in prime
condition and with this snow It will
' -make a rapid start In the spring and
' aature early. The open season of the
relate fall made It possible for the fields
, .to be In perfect 'condition. All the
prophets are telllngus that next seas-
4 is to be wet and we earnestly de-
'4tre to believe these. White the farm
h.mr of this county have raised an abun
. v4ance this year their brothers to the
, ' west of us have been less fortunate.
! Here's to Nlaeteen-twelvel May. she
be wet from March to December.: '
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Looked at In the philosophical light,
there la no special reason why the
' ,frst day of January should be differ-
Vent from any other day. It is not the
-e:elMfcg$.cihe year, .fee,
day of spring, more fitly deserve tile
honor. But the wisdom of our ances
Practically, Che date makes no dlf?
ference. As a matter of fact, we used
to celebrate New Year's day prior to
17&2, thirteen days later than we do
now, ojr account of the change of the
calendar, which took effect in that
year. The Russians st.ll I preserve the
old-style calendar, and the Hebrews
4ceep a New Year's day based on the
Moelac ohrouology The date, there
fore, makes little difference, but the
day is of considerable importance. As
far back as history runs, it has been
the oustom to mark the death of the
old year and the birth of the new by
appropriate ceremonies.
The entire city observed Christmas
here Monday. The stores were dosed
and everyone spent a day of rest and
recreation. The heavy snow which
had fallen last week gave all outdoors
the r appearance of Christmas time
wHte'h seldom happens In this country,
Christmas exercises were held in, the
f churches the eventng, before and all
the little folks were remembered.
Twenty-four relatives and friends,
among whom was tho. .editor and his
wife; spent the day with Mr. and Mrs
R. C. Sohultz and greatly enjoyed the
hospitality of that charming couple.
They certainly know how to entertain
their friends so that they all feel at
home. The pleasure of this Christ
mas day will always be remembered
a one of the red letter days of our
lives. After dinner the men spent the
day in hunting and succeeded in cap
turing seventeen rabbits and a large
snunber of pigeons while the ladies ate
Webster
county popcorn and pea-
Huts which scoured
the second prize
at the farmer's Institute. They were
home grown, home roasted and home
consumed.
J. C. SLOSS
Wall Paper, Paint and
Varniihe$.
Room Mouldings, Pict
ure Framings Pictures
and artist Material.
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11m Only EzclutiYt Stow.
tors Jain the seleptlouof the day, and
Newjiiectric
LhpJMtoned
President of tne CdmnftrctM Olub,
Mllo Diamond, has a letter from Eu
gene Tilteux of Hutchinson, Kan., on
the subject of the electric riortfe' and
south road through this stater The
road runs from Hutchinson, ,Kati.'io
Franklin, Nebr. The Commercial
Olub here is, asked to present the sub
ject before the people and see what
the prospect will be to 'raise the neces
sary funds. The ordinary cost of such
roads Is between five and eight thous
and dollars a mile.
The above clipping from the Smith
Center Pioneer should be of interest to
Red Cloud people. This city would
furnish a mudh more suitable, terminus
for such a line than Franklin, because
connections could be made here to the
northern and northwestern parts of
the state via Hastings and Mrand Is
land or Aurora. A north and south
line has been needed at this place for
a long time. We suggest tout the
Commercial stub give this mutter care
ful consideration, and perhaps tho pro
moters of the' road can be induced to
come to this city. Argus.
The suggestion of the Argus is a
good one and ought to be acted upon at
once. Anyone ata'glntice can see, that
a north and south road wouldbefof con
siderable advantage to this city. This
point Is much better situated than
any town further west of us aud every
effort should be taken to have this
electric line reach Red Cloud. Every
enterprise that we can induce to locate
here helps us all aud a road of this
character would make trading condi
tions much easier for the people to the
south of us. Here is (fejaithing for
our commercial club to do and we
trust tnat they will Investigate' the
matter thoroly and act according to
the best Interests of the oity.
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Goad-Bye, Old Year -
We are about to step from the Old
Year to the New, and we are reminded
that after all 'oar fears and apprehen
sions, to many of us, It has been very
kind year. To some, we know that the
dark side has been turned, but after
all, there it a gleam of sunshine for
all If we but look fdr it. We w.ould
not forget to look upori'tha homes of
some of dur readers since" last New
Year's day, a shadow has fallen and' a
mantle of Horrow baa wrapped its in
mates in its sombre folds.
r,rhoexare like the Pty.nl
that h'ang tin the withered bougb, des-f
olate because the life and.' song went
out with the birds. New homes have
been made and old ones'have been sev
ered, but, In pur.jmward- march, it is
;'$ wJOtjto stop (and weigh the load
'eeJew ohe carries. No -life Is, all sun
shine or all storm. If New Year bringB
you prosperity, let us rejoice; if adver
sity let ,ris be brave. The sunset gate
of life will swing shut on some of us
ere the close of another year. Let us
see the record left on this side. If our
dear ones and friends leave us for the
summer land, let not the memory of
harsh words spoken by us, 'add to the
pangs of separation.
NarrM,&sWay
Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at' the
Hunter KojBlngHonse occurred theJbatfsbQuld be present. Initiatlonand
marriage of Miss Winifred Norton ttffntKfthri.i. ,, t.
Mr. Morton Smith, of Red Cloufi.
None but the Immediate relatives of
the contracting couple were present
to witness the shbrt''-ftt impressive
ceremony, which was read by Elder
Tipton. On the evening train the
happy couple left for Red Cloud, where
the groom has a home in readiness.
The Journal joins in wishing them a
happy and prosperous future. Super
ior Journal.
Tho Chief joins In with Mr. and Mrs.
Smith's many friends here In wishing
them muoh joy and happiness.
Greetings
The year just closing has boon ex
ceptionally satisfactory for us, and we
thank those whf have helped us, We
realize that our success comes from the
staunch support we have received from
those who have favored us with their
patronage, and we thereforctake this
opportunity to extend our most cheer
ful greetings for the season, not only
to our customers, but also to all.
During the coming year, more than
ever before, we shall endeavor to satis
fy those with whom it shall be our
good fortune, to do business.
Our heartiest good wishes.
A HAI'lT Nkw Yuaii.
THE MINER BROS. CO.
Otniral Merchant:
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Ratser-SlaNM Nsittals
On Christmas afternoon one of the
most elaborate weddings of the season
occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
Charles Rasser when their charralntr
daughter Miss Dolly, was united in
carriage with Mr. Tfapmas Simpson.
The house was profusely and taste
fuUy decorated to conform with, the
season of the year. Holly and' ctfrlet
mas bells wars lavishly displayed on
very vide. Promptly at three o'cleei
the young couple stepped under a
larga white oanopy and were united
in the holy bonds of matrimony by
the Rev. Goorge Hummel. After the
ceremony a most, suinptlous banquet
was served to twenty-five guests. Mr.
Simpson Is a prominent young farmer
living near Oulde 'Rock and Is well
thought of in this community. Mrs.
Simpson is the youngest daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rasser and is
highly esteemed by all her acquaint-
ences, ' The (young couple will make
thelr hetrld on tho farm north of
Oulde KoQk. They were the recipient
of many useful and valuable presents.
The Chief Joins, tho f commilulty In
wishing tho';(ncvr couple all the joy
and happiness possible, ,'
- WORE IQCAIS, '
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Fob Bale; The two , buildings otf-,
cupled by the Chief Office and E. H
Newhouse's jewelry store. Inquire of
B. H. Newhouse.
County Judge elect A. D. Ranney of
lllue II 111 purchased the residence
property of O. E. Hughes and will take
possession at once.
The Diamond Electric Vacum clean
er demonstrated in your home free.
Call Phone Red 07.
Postmaster Hackor says that the
business done at tho office this Christ
mas was the largest he has handled in
his reign as postmaster
Mr. and Mrs. Earl Danker of River
ton aud Clarence llurgess of Inavale
spent Christmas with their parents
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Burgess.
The Job Printing equipment of
the Ghltf Office is up-to-date for- all
kinds of work. Quick service, neat
workmanship and reasonable prices.
Don't forget we make farm loans,
money ready the day the title is ap
proved. '
Gabbkr, Hutchison &. Saladen.
The little four mnntha old' itlilUr
PMrV'amMra Frank Vavrlcka-whotllve
Hn.tfiH of, town ,dled Wednesday and
was ouried this morning in 'the .pity
cemetery. '
The Misses Marguerite Richardson
and Grace McCall are home from
Bladen to ,epend the holidays 'With
their parents. They teach sthobl
near Bladen. , pi
All those knowing themselves.-- in
debted to Pr. J. Wi Moanvllle,':i!wni
please call and settle same by Jan. 5,
ivj, as tuw ur.jts compelled to go south
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A very fine improved farm fortsale
on very easy payments. WorUTytjie
money, mostly smooth, close tajHtown
and eaay.to baadh. ?Dan Gibber Sk
Co. Chief olee. " :
The Y?p; Ciub dance'Heidlro'afi last'
Tuesday evening in the Masonic Hall.'
Prof.Metz's 9rcbeatra. f Ufnjshed the
music. Several ' out of f town neoDle
enjoyed the donee.. ' "'J ..,
There will be regular services at the
Baptist Church next Sunday. "Ear
nest seekers, Glad finders," is the ser
mou in the morning, in the evening,
"The Forgetiug Habit."
Jas. A. Burden, wife and Nate III
Ingsworth went to Kansas City Mon
day..1 Mr. Burden goes for treatment,
believing be has found a cure or at
least relief for his suffering. , '
The Degree of 'Honor meets next
Tuesday night. As this meeting is
thet first in the Ne.w Year every mem
otner business of importance.
Mrs. Chas. Steffen had the misfort
une of blood polsning set In her hand
caused by'hef hand coming In contact
with a rusty nail. Thongh painful.
no dangerous results are expected.
Without opiates br harmful drugs
of any kind Foley's Honey and Tar
Compound stops coughs and cures
oolds. Do not accept any substitute
For sale at Dr. Cook's drug store.
Law o See us if you wish to buy a
good farm worth the money. The lar
gest local rand list from which to se
lect. Several mighty good deals.
Dan Garber & Co. Chief Office
it
Saturday afternoon Otis Leggitt, Joe
Carr Jr., and Willie Gllhara went hunt
ing. While handling a 23 caliber pis
tol Otis Leggitt accldontly shot Willie
Gilham in the leg and he is limplnir on
one foot.
See J. H.JBalley for fa farm loan,
lie has a reduced rate of Interest and
is sole agent for Trevett, Mattls Sc
Baker who are noted for promptness
and square dealing and are always
ready for business.
We have a party ' with MOOO cash
who wants to buy a quarter with im
provements priced between 17300 and
8,9000. Also another party who wants
a quarter without improvements and
be will pay the cash if suited what
have you got to offer..
Gabbeii, Hutchison & Saladeh.
The Woodman of the World meets
every Wednesday night in the Potter
hall. This order Is setting the pace
ror all of them. There is a reason. It
will be to your Interest to investigate.
A contract with this society brings, no
sorrow nor added cost to its. aged
members. 114,000,000 snrnlua to nro-
teet'- 600,000 members. More surplus
than so percent of the old line compan
ies. A contract with theaa nojt only
proteots your loved ones, but lamieats
j should you live to be old. Ttfwor
to the wise Is sufficient. So doVi de
lay handing In yoar name.-CoaBUtM.
A Happy and Prosperaus
New
We Thank You For Your
patronage the past
A. E. ATKINS,
The Furniture Nan and
Will R. Bailey has accepted a posit-1
ion with the Crider Commission Co., !
of Knnsas City. Mr. Bailey wlllbe stock J
buyer for th's firm and we congratu-1
late him lu securing such a position.
Mr. Bailey has tho ability of a first
class business man and this company '
has made no mistake in selecting him
to look after their interests.
A memorial service will be held in
the Congregational church Sunday
evening In honour of Robert Cochrane
lately deceased. The A. O. U. W., the
Masons and the Congregational Broth
erhood will unite in conducting the
service. The following Is the program:
Mr. Cochrane as a Workman, .
, '!irj.s' QHhsm
as a dtlzafl,,,,, Cather
as a Mason, L.. U. Blackledge
as a Churchman, C. L. Cotting
The Influence of a good life,
A. A. Cressman.
What do you think of this? We have
before us an announcement from the
Grand Island Business and Normal
College of Grand Island, Nebraska,
Stating that five hundred young men
and women will be admitted ' in'- the
College next term and given the
full" course without the payment of
any iees ubiu tuey uave uuie to grad
uate, then they will be given a posltlou
and allowed to pay in monthly Install-nenta-
This school has a reputation
extending over many states and we
advise all who are interested to seud
for circulars.
Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Robertson cele
brated their golden wedding anniver
sary Christmas day having been marr
ied SO year). About forty guests,
children, grand children and friends
were present. Those from out of town
were Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kizer. Fred
Sleeper, Claude Sleeper, and Mrs.
Harvey Cole, all of Lincoln, Mr. aud
Mrs. Hude Kobertson of Blue Hill, and
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Fearu of Superior. A
sumptuous dinner was served and first
prize was given to Johuny Rasser as
the biggest eater. The guests all left
at a late hour wlshiug Mr. and Mrs.
Robertson many more anniversaries.
THE Real Estate and. Loan Agency
In the cH.iicr Office has a large list of
Improved farms fo salethat will in
terest any land -buyer orhome seeker.
A uumber of farms that will pay good
interest on the investment: several
that can be bought on easy payments
and special deals: many that will pay
their way and grow in value. These
farms are priced according to quality,
location and improvements. Their
ltst of farms is located, right here in
The Great Republican Valley Country-
the Heart of The Great Corn and Alf
oira Belt. Among tnelr list are some
of the best, farms. In Webster and
' Frauklin v Countlcsi.MfTbe Mrills . 'look
green far away' but the fur ax n lands
here are safest for investment, pro
mise the greatest rise in values and
offer best inducements to easy, thrifty
farming. Good alfalfa land Is crop-
produoing while self-fertillzlog and
never wears out. One of the best dis
tricts In the Middle West in which to
raise hogs and feed cattle. The cheap
est and best all-purpose farms to be'
found. Fertile and productive corn
and wheat land: every field is the bsst
alfalfa land: bountiful grain and hay
crops: good schools, excellent roads,
rural malls, telephones, convenient
markets and shipping facilities. This
country has every qualification neces
sary to unexcelled grain farms, dairy
farms, poultry farms.-stock farms and
feeding stations. The best land values
to be bad at lowest prices. Also a
number of excellent City Properties
listed and several good local farm
trades. Correspondence solicited.
Red Cloud People
Should' Try This
C. L. Cotting states that any one
who has oonetipstioa, sour stomach or
gas on the stomaeh, should try simple
buckthorn bark, glycerine, etc.,' as
compounded in Adler-l:ka, the pew
German Appendicitis remedy: A SIN
GLE DOSM brings relief almost' IN-
utantijY ana. Kea oioud peopi are
surprised how QUICKLY It helps.
Thto'simpie rtasor aatiseptlcuseithe
digestive organs aad draws oft theist
purities. O. L. Oottiaf , druggist. Ml
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W. S. Sense's Farm and Brick
Building For Sale to the
Highest Bidder
For Cash ,
All Bidders Are Requested to Keep Their Bids a Secret. Tell Seme to
No One. All .Bids on Farm end Brick Building Will Close at 12 O'Clock
Noos, January 2ad, 1912. All Bidders oa Same Will Meet .at the
State Bsak Between' 2 sad 3 P. M. Jaauary 2nd, 1912.
u Some one of the bidders will
presence of the assembled bidders) Then yon will all know you are"!
getting square 'deai.
My farm and brick building, are positively for sale end.wlll be sold '
on January 2nd,. 1912, to the highest bidder. I ask yon to look over and,
thoroughly, investigate both the farm and brick, building at ypnr leisure.
I purchased the faim in. 1906 at 16,600 and since that .time
have added $9,600 improvements, making the farm cost me $16,100.
I purchased the brick building in 1901 at $7,000 and since that time have
' added;$8,800 permanent improvepientsy-maklng this building cost the
$12,800. This building! rents' for T720 per year In cash. These figures'
onjboth farm ah'd' brick building do not include any raise lb real estate
values while I nave owned them. ' ,
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Bidders are requested tOvPiace all bids in a sealed enjalppe and
deposit $500 with each bid JU; eollne ibaokvd ,before;ia pjcjpck, noon,
January 2,-1912.' all sealed (blde and deposits mnst be transferred, to :4he
State-Bank of Red Cloud. -Tebraifcai vln'cafieyoa.iare the 'Ipcky,, bidder
and'fnll to take either place, you' forfeit your $500 deposit, and then such
place will fall to the. next highest bidder. ' ' '.' i . i .
There 1b a Iroee on tald brick building that expires May 17, 1914
IJwlll give a clear title to both places except the lease on building.
This farm is in first class shape. The plow land has all been
plowed 8 inches deep in the past year. Ten acres is now in fall wheat
and 15 acres fall plowed for corn. Eighty acres plow land in one field.
Twenty-eight acres in alfalfa, fine new stand. 80 acres pasture and 10
acres wiH grass meadow. Balance iu lots, yards, orchard, etc.
There are no sunflowers or cockle burrs on this farm. This farm
will make any person a fine home. Plenty of good shad,e trees, frnit
trees.lgrapes,' etc. Plenty of good water piped to ten separate places.
Excellent hog sheds and feed lots with cemented floors and troughs.
I will give to the purchaser of said farm first chance to bny any
thing I have, snch as alfalfa, prairie bay, corn, oats, wheat; horses, cows,
Implements, etc., at private sale. Also 14 brood sows that raised 127
prlng pigs and 114 fall pigs this year.
Bidders must realize that I must have something near what these
properties have cost me. I will donate the increase in real estate values
since I purchased them.
I will reserve the right to reject any and all bids if unreasonably low.
W. S. BENSE, Owner.
Red Cloud, Nebraska.
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THE .
Palace Cafe
The New Restaurant in J. H.
Robinson's old Stand.
ALL REMODELED ,
SHORT ORDERS
SQUARE HEALS
Good Cooking, Good Stnrico and Good Treatment.
Tables Reserved for Ladies. : : (
WR. CARPENTER, Prjip.
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be asked to open the bids in the
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