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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1888
Page
2
The death of Roscoe Conkling removes a leading statesman of the era. He is praised for integrity and eloquence, with notes on his early career, Congress service, and influence. The piece contrasts his principled stance with party dynamics and reflects on its impact on national politics.
A Dakota political letter argues that admitting Dakota to the Union would solve school funding via six million acres of lands. It cites land sales generating interest to cover bonded school debt, with the main obstacle the Democratic Party’s stance and Southern influence. Senator Davis’s speech on South Dakota admission is cited as pivotal to the divide.
Dakota's push for division and two-state admission gains tempo as Sioux reservation bill advances in both houses. Debates highlight Democratic opposition to immediate statehood, with Senate discussion led by Platt and Butler and criticism aimed at Springer. Joe Rolette and Gov Sparks noted on Turtle Mountain claims amid slow congressional progress.
Amid fears that the opening of a large Sioux reservation will trigger migration, residents in Worth and Central Dakota weigh risks and benefits. The Indians must consent to any agreement, land remains largely unsurveyed, and five years of residence plus a 50 cent per acre payment are required to obtain land. Tensions between local factions linger, with Day gaining influence over departments and Church overestimating Dakota leverage.
The debate centered on a free trade bill seen as harming southern industries and northern enterprise. Proponents warned it would collapse manufacturing, slash wool and cotton industries, and reduce national revenue, while opponents argued it aimed to stifle economic progress. Mr. Kelley addressed the chamber for two hours to strong applause.
An old advertisement touts Buckten's Arriva Salve as the best remedy for cuts burns rheum corns and skin ailments with a money back guarantee and a price of 25 cents per box. It cites Bennett Horaman and Omich Chafee Bartlett as publishers or distributors.
The remedy Ager's Sarsaparilla is praised as a permanent cure for dyspepsia and related stomach liver and kidney disorders. Testimonials from BR Wild of Texas Mr Jousph Aubin of Massachusetts and C J Bodamer of Cambridgeport claim dramatic improvement after using the product.
A foreclosure action is announced by the mortgage holder under Special Laws to sell the described parcels at the Ramsey County court house. The sale, for debt and fees, will occur on a specified Tuesday near the date, with attorney fees and costs allotted. The parcel includes fractions of the northwest and southeast quarters of section 23, with parcels in the southwest and northeast quarters as stated.
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