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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1914
Page
4
Devils Lake Inter-Ocean notes its mailing address and classification as Second Class Matter under the Devils Lake, North Dakota post office system. Publisher B Reynolds is listed as publisher.
An essay contrasts dreamers with practical men, praising vision over mere wealth. It cites examples from history and literature, arguing that progress comes from those who pursue ideals, not just cash. The piece recalls a Mississippi river vantage and warns North Dakota settlers to heed broader opportunities beyond profit.
The Fessenden Free Plans notes state that North Dakota faces a coming real estate boom and an awakening in eastern attitudes toward the state. It predicts an immigration wave and business growth as promoters anticipate rapid value increases and broader interest in North Dakota opportunities.
The city commission president A L Johnson introduces ideas to improve theatre safety and boost attendance at the Charles theatre. The piece notes ongoing Christmas ads and local merchants' concerns while critics question the newspaper's advertising role and its past business relations.
Pacific coast notices warn of crowding. officials urge caution as migrants consider pathways to North Dakota amid growing interest in relocation and settlement opportunities.
A fragment notes unusual interest by Devils Lake capitalists in eastern corporations while home firms reportedly pay in food dividends. The text hints at financial ties and local economic actions but lacks full details or names.
Devils Lake notes relief in ore labor rent supply as workers recently released find new employment. The town highlights resilience amid workforce shifts and seeks steady paths for those let out to secure income.
Ramsey county kept up on his share of automobiles with the rest of the state with 401 having been registered from this county.
A fragmented letter from Devils Lake describes early farming life, neighborly trust, and shared labor. It praises resilient farmers, their steady spouses, and practical help as spring arrives, noting awkward speech yet strong community bonds and a push to work together.
A Mohall News editorial argues laws must be enforced at home, urging jailing of wholesale alcohol traders. It contends prohibition creates unfair advantages for evaders, corrupt morals, and demands communities ensure adherence and real justice.
The Mohall News condemns gambling dens and street vice in towns. It argues that beautiful schools suffer when communities tolerate disorder and lawlessness, urging progress toward upstanding, forward-moving values and resistance to harmful trends.
After a rocky period the Mid-Winter Fair association reports revived enthusiasm for next month’s event. Organizers say renewed life and growing public interest aim to surpass prior two fairs and restore momentum for the institution.
A brief notice notes a local resident presses a point about home trade and urges continued emphasis. The fragment hints at civic debate centered on economic policy and public attention.
Minot North Dakota January 9 Sam Martinson once branded a marked man by workers and denied jobs now plans to return to the North Dakota state penitentiary after a recent sentence for passing forged checks. He had previously been confined for a year after Judge Woodward imposed the standard term rather than the maximum. His downfall began amid alcohol and poor choices leading to repeated legal trouble.
Mantinson, freed months earlier for good behavior, found life harsh at Hebron briquetting plant. Taunts drove him to drink and consideration of the state asylum. He forged checks of about $10 in Minot before being captured in Bismarck. Deputy Sheriff Dougherty transported him back for trial and plea. Judge Leighton to preside as plea entered.
North Dakota Improved Seed Growers announce a January 13 deadline for seed exhibits at the Pure Seed Laboratory. Growers may submit samples of wheat oats flax barley corn potatoes vegetables and garden seeds from any rural post office. The event will reveal germination purity and commercial scores with a published list of winners and sellers. D. Agricultural College hosts the association and H L Bolley serves as secretary treasurer. Mercer of Larimore a pioneer nursery man attended the city gathering Wednesday.
The Inter Ocean editor laments factional politics in Devils Lake and argues for a sustained Get Together spirit. He notes political rivals tear down efforts year round, hindering city improvement, and urges former foes to unite beyond elections to favor civic progress and community welfare.
A party of Mayville normal students traveled to the city this week. Among them were Edith Wilson Mary Law Jer Edith Smit Aletha Weeden and Jacquella Brown all of Hausboro.
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