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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1911
Page
4
The Devils Lake Inter Ocean discusses how the Grand Forks Herald presents the drunkenness case in Cowan proceedings. It argues justice is undermined when liquor influences judges and questions whether a 'good fellow' judge can impart fair rulings.
A local paper declines to publish a suspicious ad from the United Doctors group claiming they will appear in nearby towns. The editor recalls a past ploy by the same entity and states they will not publish fake or graft claims. Reliable local practitioners remain to attend to patients without importing dubious “advertising” groups.
A North Dakota urged farmers to plant corn to boost land value and improve future crops. The piece argues corn can dry wild oats, improve soils, and raise profits, citing regional shifts and neighboring states' progress. It also critiques local politics and praises Commercial Club president Horton for backing a forthcoming music festival in Devils Lake.
The Fargo Courier News quotes a senator stating they will not be drawn into a gamey stance by house members and have seen the attitude. The piece implies some lawmakers began with fixed views and intend to hold their positions to the end.
A jumble of opinions and events from Omemee Herald covers judges and state politics, farmers potential Canada moves, a Devils-Simpson tie, and upcoming St Paul Symphony news. It reports delays in baseball practice, public interest in a Grand Opera House April 26 production, and Charles Klein’s new drama inspired by a sea voyage.
The upcoming visit of the St. Paul Symphony Orchestra to Devils Lake is hailed as a pivotal event likely to start an annual music festival. It aims to foster local taste, inspire home talent to form a possible regional orchestra, and attract out of town patrons, signaling a promising future for the city as a musical center.
Rev. A G Bailey describes harsh conditions in Devils Lake where enforcing the prohibition law is difficult due to officers’ positions. He urges wholesome regard for law and criticizes political influence in the Cowan case as public opinion weighs in on justice.
In February 1902 Sam Goldberg and Wm Colburn pled guilty to maintaining public nuisances under a complaint by States Attorney W M Anderson. They await sentencing as Judge Cowan has not passed sentence. The record by Clerk Stew Seth of Ramsey County was cited in Bismarck this week. The defense credited the Fargo Courier News and Grand Forks Herald for influencing impeachment of Judge Cowan, with North Dakota residents showing concern through indignation meetings. Grand Forks has begun questioning the United Doctor situation as doctors face inquiry before the Judge.
A Devils Lake delegation reaching Bismarck on Thursday faced criticism over their weather mindset, while the political trio expands with Senators Simpson and Martin joining the ranks formerly led by a triumvirate.
In a playful note a reader jokes about an antiquated Bastar bonnet featuring ear tiffs. The line nods to vintage headwear and quirky regional style.
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