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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1910
Page
2
Gen Creel urged cash paid road taxes and contracted work funded by lowest bids. He warned current system cheats the county, calls for a county engineer and unified road plan to prevent gaps between overseers and improve overall road surface and value.
A garbled report quotes Mayor Murphy of Grand Forks urging the University Club to shield local governance from partisan politics. The writer contrasts North Dakota's civic admin with Minnesota and argues against party influence in city government.
The Grand Forks Evening Times praises boys corn clubs in the corn belt from the lakes to the gulf as a path to farm loyalty and national prosperity. It cites Texas youths aiming for 100 bushels per acre and notes broader plans to expand to wheat cotton tobacco and potatoes with lasting public benefits.
The article reviews Roosevelt's setback in New York, noting multiple campaign factors that prevented Democratic success. It argues the defeat does not end his career, maintaining his stature as a progressive standard bearer despite reduced glamour in state politics.
Fragmented OCR notes describe the influence of wealth and elite power on the 1912 campaign. The text claims the figure will be a major factor for both Republican and Democratic strategies and could determine the presidency based on his actions and reach.
The Civic Association urges Mayor McClory to dismiss Chief Barnes over alleged malfeasance and withheld information. The paper notes Barnes admitted guilt and criticizes his enforcement of the law, urging action for reform and citing mayoral responsibilities.
The Devil Lake attorney Wa Anderson delivered a notable campaign that proved the power of individual conduct even in defeat. The Inter Ocean praised the overall selection of judges as satisfactory while noting any finalist would be fit. Anderson’s reputation grows as a stepping stone to higher aims beyond public office.
The piece forecasts North Dakota in 1912 as a political struggle between Standpatters and Progressives. The Old Guard fights quietly with all means while public opinion shifts toward reform, honesty, and independence. A progressive victory is deemed essential to keep Republicans viable.
A call to duty urges local residents of Devils Lake to donate to a relief fund. The notice requests community support and outlines a donation appeal to aid those in need.
Citizens are called to support a benefit performance by the O Callaghans to fund the Grand Opera House in Devils Lake. Local donors will receive mortgages securing continued operation of the venue. Also noted are returns of Ben Whitehead to Williston state matters, and editor changes in nearby papers as the legislature approaches.
Miss May Machlin of Penn visited Mrs. A. M. Holt for a few days early this week. Mr. and Mrs. Woodbury arrived from Hornell New York Wednesday evening and will stay several weeks with their daughter Mr. and Mrs. Barl Mann.
The Inter Quesn invites buyers and readers to become correspondents in their weekly letters. They offer free supplies and emphasize a light daily role reporting local happenings. A luncheon honored Mrs. Gorder, who was gifted linen by the Guild for her service.
Local routine events include visits and family news across the Roberts district at the vrankua school and Fessenden area. A Willohebby visit to Great Falls and a trip to Forks are mentioned along with university connections and a new baby born to Mr. and Mrs. Wardrop of Leeds.
The Twentieth club members meet Tuesday to set monthly tea fundraisers benefiting the Associated Charities. Mrs George Rubberg and Miss Della Duell host and entertain, while attendees share sewing and music at a pretty street home.
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