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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1912
Page
7
Fragmentary local and personal notes mention individuals such as W. Stmpeon and M. H. Doyle as visitors or residents in the city. Entries reference Bert Walker returning from Grand Forks and Olson from McChurches Ferry, with mentions of T. F. Waeyx of Minot and Mikkelson of Webster in brief visits.
Ramseys big farmer from Garake visits the city while many townsfolk and visitors attend business meetings, court sessions, and social events. The week sees farm loans discussed, new students in high school, court-related travel, and trains bringing visitors from Fargo Grand Forks and Chicago.
The passage critiques modern writers who condemn the family as an institution, arguing that its flaws stem from diverse human differences. It suggests the family remains a humane center despite quirks and conflicts, with characters like Uncle Henry and Aunt Elisabeth illustrating both tension and humanity.
A humorous note from the Ohio State Journal editor Edwin A. Oliver of Yonkers Statesman is celebrated for his praise of pumpkin pie. The piece likens a bite to epic history and cheer, referencing waves, storms, and deserts as metaphor for the pie’s flaky crust and pumpkin filling. Cleveland Leader source is cited.
A female smuggler used an India rubber garment under her clothes to conceal contraband. The hollow double fabric concealed brandy, while her outward appearance suggested a very thin woman. Customs officers noted such devices as evading high duties on tobacco and spirits.
The Cincinnati Enquirer uncovers an old statute tied to early Kentucky and Virginia history. It aimed to curb meat, beer, bread, and fruit trusts and opposed wage suppression and hour limits, reflecting harsher enforcement against laborers than dealers. Kentucky has since repealed the act.
Augustus Thomas quips about amateur pearls and wall power while a rehearsal pauses for wit. Mr Thonide notes the faltering line, and Channing Pollock replies with a lighthearted exchange on stage wit and applause.
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