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Newspaper
Bismarck Weekly Tribune
Location
Bismarck, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1891
Page
4
The North Dakota scene features tax bills and railroad payments, appointments, and political maneuvering. Mentions of Governor’s confirmations, county bonds reorganization, and legislative debates on taxation, education, and public funds. References to Senators McGillivray and Millerpool and Representative Hansbrough.
A year in review shows Burleigh County content with growth and stability. Mayville normal school funding passed the House by a solid margin after a rocky two week path. Laws on timber culture and pre emption were repealed. Receiver Wisher instructed not to accept further filings. Dan Williane likened to long serving warden of Bismarck penitentiary. praised as faithful and model. W.E. Dodge highlighted for political clout and rail matter insight. Colonel Dodge portrayed as an effective lobbyist aiding legislators with practical guidance.
The second legislative session closes with progress in public works such as bath houses and municipal gains. Despite clashes among regional factions, personal antagonisms are limited, friendships formed, and officials worked to avoid ill will from unpopular measures. The session is praised for its commendable conduct and earnest effort for the commonwealth's welfare.
The article argues that repeal efforts and the current ironclad prohibition measures will fail to end the ban within two years. It suggests enforcement will falter, convincing many supporters to switch sides, while if strict enforcement succeeds, high license opponents will be scarce to oppose.
The North Dakota penitentiary appoints a new board of directors led by Meworge A. Van Horn with Frank Donnelly, Charles E. Stowers, W. H. Robinson and Joseph A. [name fragment]. The retirement of Warden Williams signals a leadership transition for the institution.
Selection of Colonel Robinson and Charles H. Stowers as prison board officers, a secret ballot for warden choosing Clock Haggar t over Dan Williams, and notes on Haggar's deputy role. Local reports include bids for county bonds, weather summary, Governor Burke reception, and various advertisements and letters to the editor about health remedies and business schemes.
A garbled 19th or early 20th century advertisement collage touts cures and tonics. It lists Ihaan der Weyde as president of a national medical society and promotes Angostura water, Dr Siegert and Son remedies, Winglow's Syrup, and various youth and teething aids. The text imitates dubious patent medicines with dubious efficacy claims and a Boswell-like address in Brooklyn.
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