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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1901
Page
2
The article notes rising post office receipts in Devils Lake boosting the postmaster salary from 1800 to 1900, while Larimore's division saw a cut from 1700 to 1600. It argues this shows growth and urges collective effort to advertise North Dakota for further gains.
The Harvey Herald urges North Dakotans to boost the state's image in letters to friends and relatives. By praising local opportunities and sharing personal successes, residents can effectively advertise North Dakota at little to no cost. Sharing positive notes may spread through networks to attract others to move or invest.
McGahans Palladium a new Bismarck weekly is praised for its advertising and lively news editorial content. The issue touts regional growth, land price rises from four to thirty dollars with settlers and newspapers fueling expansion. Devils Lake attorneys Middaugh and Maglone join the legal community amid notes on local lawyers and a quip about how lawyers lie after death referencing Senators Hansbrough and McCumber and a pardon for Alex McKenzie.
The article recalls Charles F. Cagelow of Devils Lake as the first cash subscriber to The Palladium. It notes Alec’s memory for favors and mentions politicians with senatorial ambitions who will not receive his assistance in replacing any of these gentlemen.
Advertiser Adbert M. Powell, a bustling immigration agent of Devils Lake, presents a fine Ramsey county map. Devils Lake plans an oil mill and town boosters rally for growth. Hon. Geo W. Davis praises The Palladium and Governor and Mrs White will attend the Chautauqua next month.
Train service from Devils Lake to Chautauqua runs June 15 and 16 at 2 3 5 and 7 PM with return at 2 30 3 30 5 40 and 8 15 PM Fares are 25 cents round trip 15 cents single Children under seven ride free Also a Rag Time Social at Woodman’s hall June 19 Admission 25 cents The Presbytery of Minnewaukan installs Rev S Stone at Bottineau churches June 11 Officials from Waddle Hunter McIntyre attend Souvenirs available at Huesgen’s Grand Forks Land Office notices of final proofs for settlers Reckelberg and Serumgard with dates and witnesses listed Register H Kent
English actor Arthur Roberts performing Captain Crosstree in Black Eyed Spraw at Glasgow toppled scenery during a drunken entrance. He apologized to the audience noting that in Glasgow they always bring down the house. The Chicago News reports the incident and the actor’s remark.
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