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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1887
Page
4
A local retailer touts the Silk Dress as a draw for customers while slashing Woolens and Underwear prices to beat competition. The store promises cheap underwear, the best Black Dress goods in the city, and urges inspections before buying elsewhere, hinting at holiday presents availability.
The Devils Lake Dakota paper reports on election proxies from Aberdeen with six of seven Democrats, notes Manitoba railway progress with 942 miles built, and discusses a Texas panhandle murder tale of seven bodies near the Kelly family home. It also mentions a South Dakota report on dignified proceedings at a convention and an envisioned Cimarron territory led by Bill Springer.
The piece criticizes President Cleveland and the Democratic stance while detailing a Senate debate led by Senator Call to admit Utah as a state amid polygamy concerns. It notes House actions to create a Texas panhandle territory and contrasts with large populations waiting for statehood across North Dakota South Dakota Montana Washington Idaho and others while tariff reform is urged.
A Pioneer Press review contrasts 79 congressmen’s letters on Dakota division and admission with Gov. Pierce’s editorial. Sixty-four favor division, 11 oppose, four undecided, highlighting support for statehood by the people’s vote and urging fair treatment of Dakota’s case. The piece defends the territory’s resolve and dignity amid political debate.
The Intar-Ocean reports that Devils Lake merchants likely earned over 1,000,000 in 1887 based on grow receipts though exact figures are withheld. If 10 percent profit holds, residents gain about 100,000 in cash or capital. Prospects for 1888 look bright with planned water works, banks, a city hall, new brick stores, residences, and possible railroad services, if citizen unity and capital align.
The piece attacks Democratic editors for alleged hypocrisy on protection versus free trade. It accuses the party of fraud and violence to gain power, while praising Carl Randall and condemning the Bee editors for partial coverage. It argues tariffs influence district alignments and party loyalty in the South and West.
Special correspondence notes a quiet grain market with farmers in easier standing than last year. Two elevators operate locally and a Farmers alliance may run another next year. Railroad and freight activity remains strong, with plans for a creamer and cheese factory and rising competition in lumber coal and machinery. Local residents travel to Iowa Canada and Illinois for winter, while Christmas events drew modest turnout and a correction on license misprint.
The first wedding of the week occurred yesterday at St Pauls Church with Bishop Gilbert presiding. William Kid ward Hunt wed Nottia Parker Rusanoy of this city, followed by a reception at Mrs Northalls Merriam Park residence before departing for Moorhead. Prominent society members attended in formal attire as organ music styled the ceremony.
A cluttered Devils Lake newspaper page offers real estate notices and promotions. Listings invite buyers to acquire lots from railroad interests, with mentions of a free delivery bank notes and a seller named Jomn O Laox. Other items promote household stoves, silverware, clothing, boots, maple syrup, and seasonal sales with guaranteed best prices and easy credit.
In Ramey county Dakota the probate judge orders a hearing on Charlee Bude's petition regarding the estate of Alvin Weiermuller. The notice directs that the petition be heard at Devils Lake on the 28th at 2 o'clock and requires due notice to interested parties.
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