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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1912
Page
4
The notice announces subscription pricing for the Devils Lake Inter Ocean at 1.50 dollars per year. It states the annual rate and implies ongoing publication details for readers considering long-term support.
The North Dakota Better Farming association gains support as JM Hills advocates a plan allowing farmers to work their land with own tools and labor while applying his scientific methods. Early results show doubled output possible, with expansion planned next year across the Northwest. A mix of editorials mocks political and social foibles of the era, mentioning theater riots, congressional desk removals, and seasonal jokes about pensions and Christmas, all captured in a broad satirical frame.
A prominent agricultural expert argues that stock raising is essential to long term fertility and yields, while grain farming depletes humus. He advocates mixing grain growing with stock raising, rotating crops, and diversified farming as the path to permanent, profitable agriculture. The piece also touches local politics and upcoming elections in Minot and Edmore.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a person and location but lack clear names dates or events. Readable bits reference a guest and a teacher in a home setting with uncertain connection to a specific news item. No verifiable action or outcome is present in the surviving text.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses uncertain U S policy shifts on entering a war and potential export controls. It hints at forthcoming regulations specifying how goods may be shipped and what restrictions may apply, noting unpredictability until official measures are enacted.
The article discusses parcel post regulations under Postmaster General Hitchcock including weight limits, pricing per pound, and the ban on sending printed matter via parcel post. It notes a plan to issue distinctive stamps and return cards, with shipments ready for New Year’s Day.
Frustrated holdup plot at Minot. coal thieves pursued. Sheriff after tax delinquents. Two whist tournaments at Gascoyne. Woodmen of Adatis organize a band. Governor Burke may speak publicly. Davey Commercial issues special edition. rural route from Jamestown to begin in March. Anderson of Columbus injured by shotgun blast. Rising Sunday school attendance noted. Curator Fish in Fargo acquires valuable oil paintings from Fort Berthold. Indictments from Mandan. outbreak of palmy days. Some schools consider charting days for short sessions. Pennington offers cup. state-wide fights for changes loom in session. George Shobby of Meridale injured, resumes work after fall.
The Soo Mime reports Pennington plans to display a cup for the best creamery at the North Dakota Dairymen's Association meeting in February. He informed Dairy Inspector Flint of his intention, arguing the display would boost interest among creamery men. The butter show remains a staple feature of the dairy convention.
After burial in Devils Lake and shipment to Minneapolis and back, G. P. Gunderson was buried twice. His widow refused to bury him at first and kept remains in undertaker rooms two weeks. She later took the body to a Minneapolis fakir, hoping for resurrection, mortgaging furniture to cover expenses and selling burial items. Authorities had approved the reburial, but she returned with the remains and had them interred again, amid concerns for her health and welfare of her young son.
The report notes that authorities may conduct an investigation into the case regarding a lot she had purchased. The fragment indicates official scrutiny but lacks details on parties, location, or charges.
Lester Sumner of Rolette county was elected president of the Boys and Girls Institute, which closed at the Agricultural College after a productive week. Officiating officers include Vice President Albert Slater, Treasurer Venla McCaul, and Secretary George Haensel. Activities featured lectures on horses, farm devices, household science, motion pictures, and farm engineering.
Homes report they felt a most enjoyable time and expressed gratitude to the college faculty, especially Professor Randlett who supervised the event.
Grand Forks December 27 university students in the west face higher living costs due to increased fees and expanded curriculum. The cost of board and room has risen about 16 percent, but total expenses show a 31 percent increase from 20 years ago, affecting seekers after higher education across regions. Students must wary of 40 percent higher overall costs.
For sale for 2500 dollars the Cogswell residence on Hast Fourth Street offers a seven room house. Terms demand 2500 cash and a mortgage for the balance. Address M J Cognwall 2264 West Twenty third Street Los Angeles California. Or is te.
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