Stalwartism vs Insurgentism in North Dakota Politics
Garbled excerpt discusses the clash between Stalwartism and insurgent Progressive ideals in American politics. It emphasizes the rise of a common man’s justice, critique of corporate influence, and the long battle against what it calls McKenzieism and party machines shaping North Dakota's public life.
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Mackina
Alee
Yntyt Lige
McKensies
la Moures
Gvid
Ito
Dante
Old and New Leaders See Big Year for Devils Lake
A. B. Kerlin steps down as organizer and first president of the Devils Lake Commercial Club, handing to W. H. Horton who is greeted with unanimous support. The piece praises Kerlin for decade of progress and forecasts a 1911 as the biggest year yet under Horton's leadership, aiming to make Devils Lake the commercial center for eight to ten counties.
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A. B. Kerlin
W. IL Horton
Kerlin
Devils Lake
Building & Loan Association
Home Investment Company
Opera House
Commercial Club
Hirren
Horton
Chautauqua
Idrutyti Aimees
Democracy and power in the upcoming House session
The article argues democratic members of the House seek to balance power as democracy nears power. Champ Clark and his followers push to maintain Speaker and majority influence, with a note on curtailing the Speaker's power by appealing from Uncle Joe's decision on a motion.
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National House of Representatives
Champ Clark
Uncle Joe
Questioning Champ Clark and Democratic Power Shifts
A critical piece argues Champ Clark will soon wield power as Speaker, changing Democratic control of House machinery. It contrasts past Republican restraint with current plans, praising the Republican progressive movement as the true path to better political conditions.
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Cannon
Champ Clark
Uncle Joe
Clark
Champ
Yen Champ
Pro Ervesivy Idouk
Lepulzen
Republican Progressive Movement
Postum Advertising Sparks Press Scrutiny Across States
Consistency questions arise as Collier’s legacy weaponized Postum ads in many newspapers. Critics note editorials insult the product while papers run ads claiming Postum’s authenticity. The row centers on trust in editors versus advertisers and public reception of the fake controversy.
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Postum
Colliers
Collier's
Post
Coller
Grand Forks Herald
Fargo Forum
Postum Cereal Co
Battle Creedt
Hayette
Four Aviators Remaining After Belmont Park Tragedies
The article notes Parmalee Brookins Ely and Hamilton as the last four Wrizbe team aviators still active after Morcant and Hoxsey deaths. It questions if their deaths advance aviation, and recalls Wright Curtiss and Bleriot as earlier milestones in heavier-than-air flight.
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Parmalee
Brookins
Wrizbe
Belmont Park
Ely
Hemilton
Morcant
Hoxsey
Hamilton
Wright Brothers
Glen Curtiss
Bleriot
Uncertain Sky Risks in Early Aviation
A fragmented passage discusses the dangers of early flight, noting pilots face fatal outcomes when planes fail. It asserts aviation remains unstable with deadly potential and unpredictable winds, while acknowledging progress and the dream of safe ascents into the blue.
Devils Lake as a financial center described in local notes
The article praises Devils Lake as a growing financial hub with two banks and a strong building and loan presence. It argues for growth, broader hospitality for out of town business, and continued support for projects like Chautauqua to boost the local economy and population. It also notes legislative economy and urges community backing for regional development.
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Devils Lake
Building and Loan Association
Bismarck
Povie
Bng
Foreseeable Legislature and Marred Map Sparks in Bismarck
A raw dispatch from Grand Forks exposes a keen but rough West Bismarck beat. The piece hints at bootlegging arrests and the stalled legislative session while noting tensions in the lobby and press circles.
Hyland Boosts Progressive Cause in Legislature
From Bismarck word to local parties Hyland gains solid support as a rising legislator. Representative Hyland has impressed colleagues during preliminary organizing steps and is expected to receive key committee assignments. Ramsey County praises his selection and commitment to clean politics within the Progressive coalition.
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Bismarck
Frank Hylam
Rep. Hyland
House
Mme
Ramsey County
Hyland
Postal error leads to Sears-Roebuck catalogue in box
A grave mistake occurred when the Post Office Department placed a Sears Roebuck catalogue in the Inter-Ocean mail box. The incident centers on Fargo and highlights a security lapse with potential consequences.
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Postofice
Sears-Rosbuck
Progressive sentiment grows in state as critics reflect
The piece argues that even staunch supporters acknowledge rising progressive views. It notes that past stalwarts labeled progressivism as a craze and urges recalling how newspapers portrayed the movement, wondering how those same papers would now judge current matters.
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Thein
Opinion and notices mix in a distressed county paper
A collage of editorials on progressive politics and public health critiques runs alongside light notices and rumor about Prof Colvin taking charge of Rock Lake Ripples. Legal actions surrounding Treadwell and stalled property transfers fill the page with local names and disputes.
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Colvin
Rock Lake
Treadwell
Bip
J. Y. Brooke
P. J. McClory
Candos Starkweather Times
No Chance Debate on Referendum Across States
The Fargo Searchlight scoffs at the idea that initiative referendum and recall will spread nationwide in coming years. Miss Frances Shortridge returned Saturday to Larimore to resume her duties as teacher in the city's public schools.
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Fargo
Frances Shortridge
Larimore
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