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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1910
Page
4
Devils Lake Inter Ocean is issued every Friday in Devils Lake Ramsey County North Dakota. It is the official county paper with D Mills as manager and V Brennan as publisher. Subscription price is 1.50 a year and monthly bill collection is listed.
A historical party slate lists candidates for U S Senator term ending 1911 Porter J McCumber and term ending 1915 Asle J Gronna, Representatives HB T Heigesen J B Hanns, Governor Co Johnson, Lieutenant Governor Usher L Burdick, Secretary of State worrie Reni D EK Brightbi, State Treasurer Gunder Orien t, Superintendent Edwin J Tay, Attorney General Andrew Miller, Insurance Walter Taylor, Agriculture and Labor W C Gilbreath, Railroad Commissioners P W Anderson W H Mann W J Stutsman, House members Bernt Anderson Worman Morrison, County officers B Rice, Peterman, Herman Stenseth, M A Hoghang, Dallas G Duell, County roles Marg John A, E W Gilbertson, Henley, district commissioners dates unclear.
A Duluth Evening Herald excerpt from a Wall Street letter argues political control over business harms prosperity. It credits President Taft for resisting corporate domination, praising his steady stance, restraint, and pursuit of reform to separate business from politics.
The New York Journal of Commerce argues reciprocity strengthens relations and trade with noncontiguous territories. It notes US imports and exports with Alaska Hawaii Porto Rico and the Philippines rose from 35 million in 1897 to 190 million in the past five years, with Porto Rico showing a 5.7 million rise in the first eleven months of the last fiscal year.
The Inter Ocean editorial stance avoids personal attacks and emphasizes issues. The author reflects on working with the Journal's editor, praising his integrity, reliability, and dedication to Devils Lake, noting that professional rivalry or political disagreement does not alter personal regard.
The article argues that total trade with Manila Philippines rose to 24.75 million dollars with a 2.76 million dollar yearly increase. Imports from the Philippines jumped from 9 million to 11 million and exports to the islands from 10 million to 15 million due to tariff changes. It emphasizes reciprocity and mutual benefit, noting tropical trade patterns where imports exceed exports, and stresses that reducing trade barriers expands overall trade for both sides.
The article asserts voters from all parties seek peace justice progress and equal opportunity. It notes Democrats Republicans Socialists and Prohibitionists share the same end but differ in methods and believe a political party can stay in power for a long period.
The text argues for Republican support by praising Taft era reforms. It cites Postal Savings Banks, Corporation Income Tax, new railroad regulation, statehood for Arizona and New Mexico, conservation, and tariff changes. It lauds Taft's steadiness, courage, and policy outcomes, urging voters to back Republican congressmen and senators for prudence and progress.
The piece argues lawmakers cannot vote for non endorsed candidates in North Dakota. It cites Deputy Democratic Chairman J P Lamb and declares legislators are bound by the primary law to reflect the people's will. The law removes senatorial choice from legislative discretion and obligates obedience to the voters.
The piece argues that North Dakota electors should judge legislators by service and reform and not by allegiance to Smith or Jones for senator. It predicts Nelson County will back Grenna unless a democratic shift occurs, warning Republicans who oppose both nominees will fade from local politics in two years.
The Inter Ocean faces pressure from the law firm Burke Middaugh and Cuthbert over printing and political influence. The editorial defends journalistic independence, noting no personal fight with Governor Burke and urging Ramsey county Republicans to stay aligned with the ticket. The piece questions buying influence and asserts commitment to reporting rather than vendetta.
The Fargo Forum mocks a Reno gambling tale and questions rivals as Harmony debate grows in North Dakota Republicans. It argues the party needs Tom Marshall and his supporters, warning against hostile editorial tactics and urging unity to avoid further factional strife.
The retiring library board is lauded for precise, economical handling of the Carnegie Library project. They leave the institution in orderly condition and gain public trust amid calls for opportunities shaping notable figures like Folk and Grant, highlighting how decisive chances elevate leaders.
Financial circles praise conservative policies as banks curb reckless speculation and indiscriminate investments. Authorities report ample funds for legitimate purposes while denying capital to doubtful ventures, aiding stability and permanency of current prosperous conditions across regions.
The article discusses railway managers arguing for higher freight rates as costs rise and traffic expands. It notes the claim that all railway inputs have increased and that freight business has grown, stressing the need to adjust pricing to reflect capacity and volume.
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