Drayton Echo and Northern Dakota News Summary
In a slice of 1899 newspaper content the Drayton Echo reports on veteran welcome plans for North Dakota soldiers returning from Manila, census supervisor for Hawaii Alatau T Atkinson noted, Cass Lake Minnesota land sales set for November 1, and a humorous note about a state Enforcement League head shifting to goat ranching in Turtle mountains. The Porto Rico port customs figures are also provided.
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Drayton
North Dakota
San Francisco
Frisco
Manila
Pacific
Hitchcock
Cass Lake
Minnesota
Hermann
Lindlie
Enforcement League
Turtle Mountains
War Vessels Reclaimed Worth 6 Million for U S
Lieut Hobson reports from Manila bay describing his work on Spanish vessels sunk by Dewey. The warships already reclaimed will be worth about 6 million dollars to the United States.
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Lieut. Hobson
Dewey
Manila Bay
United States
Dark Horse Darkens 1900 Presidential Forecast
The piece surveys looming 1900 presidential contests amid war’s shadow, noting many expect 1896 candidates to run while hints of a dark horse emerge. It also promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a top remedy and comments on local North Dakota newspapers and editors.
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Hostetter
Editorial Roundup Critiques North Dakota Papers
The Washburn Leader editor Fairchild earns praise for Stray Shots but could improve dull lines. Park River News is well printed with strong ads. Wil son’s politics draw criticism. Sheldon Progress notes Mayor Johnson’s efforts amid Fargo druggist sessions. The piece ends with a nod to Brother Lampman after the excursion.
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Fairchild
Park River News
Wilson
Eight Room House Vacant on East 5th Street
In the public eye a eight room house on east 5th street will be vacant September 1st. Enquire of Ww. Hurst.
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East 5Th Street
Ww. Hurst
Electric Bitters Prove Cure for Chronic Skin Ailment
Dr. D. B. Cargile reports Mrs. Brewer cured of scrofula after years of sores and suffering. The ad touts Electric Bitters as a superior blood purifier and remedy for eczema, tetter, ulcers, boils, and running sores. It stimulates organs, aids digestion, and builds strength. 50 cents. Sold by C. W. Greene. Guaranteed.
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D. B. Cargile
Washita
I. T
Brewer
C. W. Greene
Attend College This Year at Grand Island Normal College
Educated youth urged to pursue business normal and shorthand studies at Grand Island Normal College in Nebraska. Fourteen years of leadership with high demand for graduates. low expenses. board $1.50 weekly. one year tuition credit available. free college record or 6 cent catalogue on request to A. M. Harces, president, Grand Island, Neb.
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Grand Island Business and Normal College
Western States
A. M.harces
Grand Island
Neb
Teachers examination schedule in Devils Lake 1899
The regular examination for teachers certificates will be at the court house in Devils Lake North Dakota starting Friday August 25 1899 at 9 oclock a m. Candidates must bring legal cap paper pens and ink. Reading Circle exam will be held Saturday August 26 1899 at 9 oclock a m. County Superintendent L B Fancuer announces the schedule.
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Devils Lake
N. D
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The
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Fashionable Tailors
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Rams County
Nsonovan, Proprieto
Smale
Ager
Official
the County
Alatau T. Atkinson
Hawaiian Islands
Atkinson
Dole
Hawaiian Star
Honolulu
War Department
Porto Rico
Hassing
LaMoure County
Taylor
J. H. Sinclair
A. P. Jones
Griggs County Sentinel
Jones
Frank Potter
Cass County
Democrat
Casselton
Lounsberry
Charley Stone
Charley
James Foley
Bismarck Tribune
Prairie Breezes
Jimmy
Eugene
M. B. de la Bere
Shelldon Progress
St. Paul
Dela Bere
Mike
Tuttle
N. P
Mandan
Bismarck
Grafton News and Times
Washburn
Sheldon Progress
Johnson
Fargo
Lampman
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