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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1912
Page
8
Gygone reports damage to a windmill on the Dah Jen farm and substantial losses to grain in shocks. A.M. Powell estimates cyclone and wind damage in Ramsey county last Saturday night will total at least 60000 dollars, possibly rising to 70000, with insured property at 200 dollars.
The article reports on Greegan's resignation and outlines support for Roosevelt and Sweet, with Mayor Sweet highlighted as a strong progressive candidate for governor. It notes Sweet will campaign after Friday, Creegan's intent to stump statewide, and party leaders emphasizing energetic speaking and platform influence at the Fargo convention.
Last Friday the Republican state ticket candidates were endorsed by Progressives except for L. D. Hanna and Gil Breath, who ran for Commissioner of Agriculture and Labor. The move marks a split in endorsements affecting the slate’s unity and future political alignment.
The 94 institutes showcased a poultry plant on a flat car and exhibits illustrating main farming facts from various departments. Towns contributed $50 each to fund the train, with follow-up meetings in ten towns. Topics included clover, alfalfa, dairying, stock, and general diversified farming, drawing many questions on practical farm matters.
The report shows Dakota leads North West in flax yields with 34.1 bushels per acre, above 24.4 last year and 28.4 in 1906 to 1910 averages. Planted areas total 37,000 acres, with final production estimated near 1.29 billion bushels, up from last year’s 160 million and 174 million in the 1906-1910 period.
A satirical review targets politicians and media, noting campaigns use backers and gimmicks while urging labor, suffrage, and soil reforms. It critiques Congress spending, party promises, and the beer of pork barrel economics, with comments on labor, education, and industry shifts amid wartime inflation.
Barney Cinnamon a well known prize fighter was arraigned in Fargo police court on a disorderly conduct charge after an incident at a vaudeville house. Grace Finch of St Paul alleged he struck her in the face after venting fighting remarks. He posted bail and is to appear in court tomorrow.
Farmers prepare exhibits for the state exposition at Bismarck. Griggs county census shows a 24 gain over last year. Barnes county reports no hail damage all season. Whistles blew at Valley City when Roosevelt passed. Washburn held a market day drawing many farmers. Editor Lee of the Walhalla Mountaineer installs a typesetting machine. The Raleigh fair will be Sept 25 and 26 with varied attractions. Bootleggers follow threshing crews in some areas. Two Divide county commissioners face charges for padding bills. A reported robbery at Bisbee turns out to be imagination. Judge Winchester has named new citizens in McLean county. Florence Crittenden home in Fargo raises funds by tag day. Park River electric plant runs all night during busy season. Bismarck businessmen gain new friends on the automobile trip over the slope.
A fragmented 19th century advertorial creature features Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for digestion and biliousness. The text mentions Bunters and a general warning against neglect and derangement, urging safe, easy relief and the destruction of property in a vague regional tale.
Passamaquoddy Indian tribe members in Eastport Maine are marketing winter basket results. One heavy basket suited for herring handling at sardine factories sells well. Attempts to machine replicate the basket fail due to shorter lasting quality. Ash supply for basket making comes from Aroostook County.
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