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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1903
Page
7
An American writer argues in New England Magazine that Western Canada especially the Saskatchewan valley holds world class wheat and grazing lands. He cites cheap soil, liberal government, and stronger yields than across the border, predicting a migrant wave similar to earlier American settlement.
An advertisement touts fertile lands as a safe, profitable investment with immense immigration to the district. It predicts land values will rise dramatically and urges buyers to act now to secure large future gains.
In a regional overview the Saskatchewan Valley is praised as the finest agricultural area in the Northwest with deep alluvial loam soil, clay subsoil, ample water, and generous rainfall. Wheat yields are high, with 1900 drought year still showing strong production across Assinaboia and Saskatchewan.
Prices range from five to eighteen dollars per acre with one fifth cash and the balance in five annual payments at six percent interest. For maps literature and particulars apply to our office or local agents. A large map shows all lands and a pamphlet gives facts for settlers and investors, including cheap railroad rates to Canada.
An advertisement urges buyers to invest as 5 000 settlers move into a district next year. It touts the land as rapidly selling, at its best, with tremendous potential and big profits for early buyers who act now.
The O Callaghans presented The Henrietta on Monday and Tuesday to strong local crowds. Cast members included Edward Elliot as a Wall Street broker and Tra D Kyle as Dr Wainright with Frank Gunn as Vanalstyne Jr. and Edward Flynn as Bertie Vanastyne, all praised for their strong performances. Nineteenth and early twentieth century era names and roles are cited with admiration as the troupe delivers a lively comedy drama. A mention of stock market flavor and social satire appears among the ensemble's acclaimed turns. The notice closes with price information for a Pocket Edition at 75 cents and a call to prepay to receive the laws.
The first session under the new apportionment sparks broad amendments to statutes and codes. The Pocket Edition of session laws will publish this year after the governor acts on measures left at adjournment, including all laws and related content.
Brown s head push I N Walker of Mandan visits early land triumphs in Rainney and Cavalier counties this week. John Kain and wife returned from a two month south vacation. Lena Wilkinson entertained high school class members last Friday. Great Northern adds storage at the freight depot for perishables. Devils Lake reps C W Greene John Nimmo L Wineman D B Townsend and S C Jones attended Grand Forks Masonic temple dedication. Silver anniversary of John and Mary Graham celebrated at Lake township home with guests and gifts. Inter Ocean joins friends in wishing them many more years. XIX Century club Social Day at Mrs J Rhuberg s featured a pleasant event with rose-lit rooms.
Pleasing pink flowers set a fragrant scene as Mrs. Miner won first prize in the drawing contest with a glove case while Miss Bailey took note paper for first prize. The meeting closed with lunch provided by Mrs. Rhuberg and social chatter among members.
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