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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1913
Page
1
A distressed local letter describes a 20 year old man, accused of a crime against his wife, and alleges biased prosecution. It cites a county judge, emergency meetings, and public petitions urging clemency, with details of the alleged crime and the ensuing legal process.
Fragmentary transcript shows Justice Ay Munger of Nebraska presiding in Falls City due to an extended federal term. References mention Norin Black for governor, and personal ties affecting patronage and candidate support. The piece cites the Inter Ocean as the source for sale bills and local political maneuvering.
Washington lists Senator McQuumber nominating Herman B Halland of Argo as principal and Donald Palmer of Manning with Victor B Wallin of Washburn as alternates for Sergent to the Naval Academy. Arthur W McLean of Devils Lake is named as principal for appointment to the Military Academy at West Point with Paul Ms Jerrell of Thermage and Charlie J McDowell of Norma as alternates.
A notice promoting Edison talking pictures, to be shown December 1st and 2nd, praised as a revolutionary motion picture invention with sound and voice. It highlights public fascination, widespread articles, and the potential shift in distribution and traveling lectures.
An open meeting of the Mothers Club will be held Tuesday at 8 o clock in the Commercial Club rooms. All mothers and interested residents are invited. Program includes instrumental solos and discussions on what teachers expect from parents, home help for schooling, and book selections for children.
Miss Marthe Rustad resigns from her Clerkin store position to travel with her sister Mrs Sather. She will be a guest at Stark during Thanksgiving week as they plan a trip abroad. Thanksgiving guests included Mr and Mrs A Carlson and family at Charles Ferry with Carlson’s brother Paul visiting from Saco Maine.
Fragmented text discusses economic hardship and unemployment, urging sustained industry and prosperity. Mentions "continuous employment," enterprise, production, and impacts on banks and merchants. Concludes with a call to preserve opportunity amid crisis and social strain.
A rambling clipping recalls the idea of perpetual peace and righteousness while detailing the Ramsey county murder case. Carl Behnkee and George Moriarity were found not guilty after a hard fought trial, with jurors and two skilled lawyers highlighted for their efforts.
A local discussion urges an organization of merchants to study individual business problems, improve farmer support, and create efficient supply chains. Emphasizing profitable markets, better transportation, and timely delivery, the plan seeks harmony between agriculture and commerce through coordinated effort.
Readers were told of a forthcoming homecoming event titled Bills, with performances and celebrations planned for December. The notice mentions holiday programs, officials, and community groups coordinating the activities, aiming to draw attendees to a series of concerts and ceremonies.
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