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Newspaper
Bismarck Weekly Tribune
Location
Bismarck, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1900
Page
10
A collage of poem fragments on music and truth contrasts with a chaotic 1908 style political campaign spoof. It juxtaposes artful musings on harmony with a satirical volley about Bryan McKinley Roosevelt and other figures, plus local era notes on a North Carolina court ruling and Fargo machinery orders.
The passage discusses women’s role and Lydia E. Pinkham from Lynn Massachusetts as a recognized source of women’s health advice. It emphasizes the historic trust in Mrs. Pinkham’s remedies and the availability of her guidance.
A contest notice from the Department of the Interior details a protest to Homestead entry No 2 in North Dakota. The claimant cites military service in wartime and maintains rights to abandoned land while opponents petition for legal action and publication notice. Attorney A T Patterson signs as counsel in the Land Office matter.
James Regan a convict at the state penitentiary attacked Warden Boucher in the cell room as he tried to escape. The warden suffered a forehead cut two inches long requiring stitches after being overpowered. Regan was later confined to his cell. Dr Matehan treated the wound and the warden resumed work with mild soreness.
Valley City settlers Megers Beleal and Howe cultivate a large truck farm using river water lifted by windmill into a storage tank and distributed through trenches. They grow 5000 celery 8000 cabbage three acres of corn onions radishes beets and more. A Fargo firm has offered to buy their entire yield, with low running costs and modern tools, suggesting wider use for nearby water sources.
A Jamestown resident in Washington letters to North Dakota farmers advising against westward migration. He cites irrigation limits for wheat, high land prices from 3 000 to 4 000 dollars per 160 acres, alkali soil, and poor water quality. He notes good mountain water, eight mile water hauls, costly wells, and deep drilling to access water for crops.
The text notes low wages of two dollars per day during harvest and mentions a range of costs for mills or gasoline engines. It advises finding a good local place to stay in North Dakota and warns that the West is difficult for the moneyless, with plentiful laborers and health concerns guiding migration.
George Phelps of Fargo shares an engaging account of an eleven day journey through Yellowstone Park with an independent camping party led by Bill Jones. The narrative covers camp life, sightings of deer and elk, side trips to geysers, religious services, and encounters with staff and locals, including a meeting with Helen Gold and a ride on Yellowstone Lake with Captain Waters.
John Bell father of Mrs. Thomas Pettigrew died in Jamestown at age 2 in the Canadian pioneer era. Born August 1808 on Isley island in the Scottish Highlands his family hailed from notable old stock. He sailed to Canada in 1833 aboard a sailing vessel spending seven weeks and three days at sea. He homesteaded in the bush contributing to a prosperous Canadian region before moving to Dakota with other Scottish settlers.
In Lincoln Nebraska on July 20 William Jennings Bryan released an official statement on the Chinese question. He says he has no doubt the administration will protect lives and property of Americans in China and that Congress may act if the Chinese government fails to act in good faith. He adds it should be clear the aim is trade and missionaries preach the gospel of love.
Governor Beckham received a nearly unanimous renomination by the Democratic state convention in Lexington with the event held at about 8 this morning. The nomination was described as practically unanimous and confirms Beckham as the party’s candidate.
A testimonial from A J McCay of South Seventh Avenue describes long standing skin irritation and itching. He credits Doan’s Kidney Pills and Doan’s ointment for relief after purchasing from Trepanier Co and notes the product is sold by all dealers for 25 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is named as sole US agents.
A Cass county farmer reports in a Minneapolis Journal survey that wheat prospects are poor in this township despite strong state crops. He notes hot weather and blight lowering yields, with 400 acres plowed up and many fields yielding three to four bushels per acre. Corn and fodder look better, but overall state and county yields may be near three bushels per acre instead of six.
The passage notes flax crops plagued by a disease with a fungus that can persist in the ground and infect next year. Prof Bolley of the agricultural college warns farmers to obtain seed from other fields and send diseased plant samples for examination.
Burleigh county Independent-Democratic voters call a delegate convention at Baker’s hall Bismarck for August 10 at 2 PM to nominate candidates on the Independent Democratic ticket for county and legislative offices. Precinct delegates are listed with voting sites and counts. the county committee secretary R A Yeater signs the notice dated July 24 1900.
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