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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1912
Page
1
The report claims North Dakota leads with a 25 percent mileage increase and predicts more extensive building next year unless conditions change, underscoring a strong state advance over others in transport expansion.
The document outlines a broad farm improvement effort tied to the Better Farming movement. It notes rail lines across multiple counties including McLean Ward and Dunn in North Dakota, with distances up to 206 miles, and mentions a three year active contract to promote tract coverage in southwestern Hettinger. The piece includes quotes on economic impact and cites Thomas Cooper of the North Dakota State Hetten Warming as a key figure.
In Davis County Lowell district,grain and shipping firms anticipate harvest yields with estimates ranging from four to five bushels per acre. The Farmers Grain and Shipping Co forecasts a capacity strain as lines of trucks, storage, and transport crews prepare for an agricultural season.
A fragmented report outlines a congressional move on a bill related to President Taffie Howe. The piece lists several Republican lawmakers by state including New York, Minnesota, California, Oregon, and Wisconsin, with misspelled names and unclear roles.
Asgoding fa'dnanngihvement mulls by A. Stotlar president of Ene. Seeks investment for Lake Shore line option. Frank B. Cor s line secured option on Crear Tauqua railway as leader aims to complete start for Nusplease project. Heeiies to ensure Lake Shore link and other machinery to spur growth and improve transport.
A convention discussed forming an active Progressive county leadership and electing a county secretary. A statewide ticket will be prepared with petitions to follow, aiming to place a complete slate in the field and organize for a later convention.
Fragmented OCR text discusses Democratic strategy and potential speakers. It mentions Wilson, Bryan, Roosevelt and Roosevelt’s allies planning visits, with references to electoral votes and possible cross-state travel. The garbled content mirrors a historical political rally report and implied campaigning activity.
A Thursday event at Devils Lake features a concert by a local troupe at the opera house and a bazaar sale, with the Commercial Club and Administration joining efforts. The program, begun at 6130, promises a memorable night for attendees and participants, highlighting community efforts and entertainment in a festive setting.
Scant readable text hints at an upcoming event in September in a location resembling Boro tt. Names and exact details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Aug 16 1940 in Washington The Wool Bill faced a veto and narrowly passed the House 174 to 80 amid confusion and protests. Speaker Clark faced pressure as members claimed to vote present affecting the tally. The measure, after Senate approval, faced conference refinements and stood as a historic party-line clash.
Local voters in Pargo North Dakota weigh March primary choices amid mixed support for Republicans and Democrats. The contested election centers on presidential nominees with ballots reflecting party alignment and local concerns.
The August crop bulletin reports a marked rise in overall quality and a significant increase in production value. Early estimates indicate higher yields across key crops with favorable growing conditions noted by agricultural officials.
A damaged crop report from the Department of Agriculture outlines conditions for spring wheat, corn, and other staples. It cites corn at 80 percent of normal, estimated yield per acre at 26 bushels, and total spring wheat production around 29 million bushels, with area planted near 19.2 million acres.
Fargo August reports on August 16 with Aue are Baker proprietors of the Fargo Courier News charged with using the United States mail to detrans in a voting fraud matter. Trial set in Fargo court with misused mail and election fraud cited, Lean Weed named in connection.
Aug 16 jobbers in St Paul report rising confidence for a large crop and strong fall orders. Manufacturers note improved business, with projected gains over last year and a surge in shipments of chemicals and related goods. Relief expectations set for Monday.
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