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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1912
Page
4
The Devils Lake Inter-Ocean reports Mayor McClory narrowly won re election over Alderman Miller with 339 of 639 votes. The paper urges a business like administration and cleaner city governance, addressing supporters of the incumbent and calling for a higher standard in city affairs.
The report shows La Follette leading Roosevelt across numerous counties with strong northeastern support and Taft trailing. County by county results highlight La Follette dominance in Griggs, McKenzie, Pembina and Rolette, while Benson Bottineau and others show mixed but favorable splits for La Follette over Roosevelt.
The piece recalls Rob Lafollette’s strong showing and theReal Progressive principles amid a brazen attempt by a stalwart gang to obscure the endorsement. It notes the significant vote and a stinging reaction to the alleged manipulation in North Dakota political discourse.
Williston North Dakota March 22 H B Hreen was drilling a well on the Todd place Tuesday afternoon when the crank of the swamp pump struck his upper jaw tearing badly. He was taken to Wittenberg hospital where doctors treated his injuries and he shows some hope for recovery.
In New Salem North Dakota on March 22 Henry Klatt a four year old girl sustained a severe nasal injury when a drawing knife stuck in the ceiling fell and cut her nose. A doctor was summoned at once for treatment.
North Dakota lands are poised for a spring boom as buyers and land seekers mail inquiries to Agriculture Commissioner Gilbreath. A Wisconsin businessman notes westward sellers and expects many to come west to buy two to three sections of good level prairie land suitable for traction engines, preferring land with few stones and easy clearing. More buyers may follow if conditions are right.
Sargent W A Cacciola of the United States Infantry is in the city today to instruct Company M of the North Dakota National Guard in a new drill. On Monday Captain G H Williams and Captain J H Praine will inspect the unit. Next meeting will arrange the Raster ball hosted by Company M.
The Theatre Company from New Amsterdam presents Rex Beach and Eugene Presberg’s The Barrier at the Grand Opera House. Norval MacGregor stars as John Gale with Grace Johnson as Neeia, supported by Lee Miller George Cleveland Max Steinle and others. The production preserves the Alaska atmosphere and strong characterizations from the novel.
In a fragmented excerpt the speaker notes curiosity as a defining trait. Aunt Maria proclaims curiosity as her strength while the narrator hints that the trait spans to the average person, implying a shared fascination with images and knowledge.
A local ad notes the Charles Theatre promises unusually good motion pictures today and tomorrow. The theatre has a history of entertaining programs, and this week’s offerings are described as above the average.
Washington reports the Interstate Commerce Commission suspended proposed hay transportation rate increases by northwestern railroads from March 21 to July 13. The plan would raise charges on shipments to Chicago and eastward receiving points in South Dakota North Dakota Minnesota Wisconsin and Iowa. Existing rates are 0.50 to 0.375 cents per 100 pounds with proposed increases of 0.01 to 0.0812 cents per 100 pounds averaging about 15 percent.
Freddie Welsh, challenger for Ad Wolgast's lightweight title, is in Winnipeg and says the first strong boxer to meet Wolgast will likely beat him after his recent illness. A Saskatoon bout with Young Koselek is discussed as a possible next match.
Roe be D. R. Chase visits Devils Lake. Tokio schoolhouse hosts a social and Easter events. Citizens travel to Devils Lake. primary election turnout dips. Chas Hopkins returns to farm duties. Township meeting elects officials and splits district into two road districts with named overseers and conciliation board members.
Laurdas J Wehe declares as Republican candidate for nomination as States Attorney at the June primaries. He pledges equal government measures, security, and contentment in business and social relations.
In a past case detective Leonard Kelp recalls a hoax elopement at a suburban mansion. A butler and maid attempted escape with jewels hidden among lingerie. The detective seized the suitcase at a city railway station, exposing the ruse as a staged elopement by the bride’s sister and friends, turning it into a lighthearted caper.
Samuel L Copeland of South Pasadena California walked into the county attorney's office in Fargun Falls Minnesota at 11 o clock Saturday accompanied by two ministers and surrendered. He previously confessed to robbing a Moorhead bank in broad daylight and said he would serve his sentence after returning to Minnesota for surrender.
Pres M Thompson of the Commercial club H H Kemper and Major J S Murphy visited Drady to attend a large meeting of local farmers. The group formed a lively club modeled on a commercial club and focused on Better Farming association plans. The discussion centered on farm problems with no political talk.
Morris Smith, proprietor of the Fashion Shop, promotes progressive business by offering a full spring and summer style line. The store, described as the area's largest of its size, held its first formal opening last Saturday, inviting patrons to visit in Devils Lake for exclusive fashions ahead of Mother's Day season.
In Jamestown on March 22 coroner A W Guest identified a man found near Medina track, using 20 identification marks on his clothes and a notebook naming John Nintz of Milwaukee Wisconsin. A Medina jury ruled death by fall from a train or strike by one, suggesting attempted ride theft. No word yet from the Milwaukee address.
The annual interuniversity debate between North Dakota and South Dakota will be held in Vermillion on March 22 to April 1 16. South Dakota presents George A Rice A H Hasche and C J Jasperzen with Raymond Sheldon as alternate. North Dakota fields Theodora Torgenson Albert Wold and Samuel Halpern with H A Muckoft as alternate. The recall of judge remains subject to change.
Notice to creditors warns of claims against the estate of Anders Christophersen of Minnewaukan Ramsey County North Dakota. Executors John Christophersen and Andrew Anderson require claims with proper vouchers within six months of first publication dated March 15 1912. First publication March 82 1912.
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