01 Apr 1885
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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1885
Page
1
In Winona the division election drew intense tactics with both sides claiming success. Douglas with substantial funds faced tax payers mobilized to defeat the division. Voters were allegedly persuaded and discouraged by rumors and fines but Williamsport backed its allies, and final tallies followed.
A long writer, William W. Wade, defends county unity and taxation plans while criticizing anonymous comments in the Rec ORD. He argues for practical improvements like roads schools and bridges before courthouse plans, and calls for signed letters to reveal writers' identities and interests.
A fragmentary account depicts political rancor around a Winona election with references to Douglas, Nat Presho, and scuffles over registration. It notes coyote voting attempts, a drowned government mule, and a quip about cranks southerners while praising minority voters and cautious polling adjustments.
The Reading Circle gathered at Mr Armstrongs office last Thursday evening with many members absent but those present enjoyed reading Evangeline and the Acadian tale will be concluded at the next meeting. Papers on general topics will be read and Snow Bound will be discussed. The next meeting will be at Squire Elliott Campbell's residence at the usual time tomorrow evening and full attendance is desired.
See these prices for thirty days at Little Repair Shop. One and a half inch curtain poles five feet long come in wali nut ash ebony or manokany complete at 75 cents. The same pole in brass is $2. Kitchen tables $1.75. 75% breakfast tables $4. Woven-wire waitresses $4. Solid comfort springs $2.50. B B Wood seat chairs cents good cane-seat chairs 75 cents to $3. Per everything in the furniture ring at bed-rock prices Rank M Searles Meigs and Fifth Sts Bismarck D T.
Parker and Parkes successors to Peterson and Veeder announce D. T. Remington sewing machines at 25 dollars, down from 45, available at Searles. The notice highlights a limited-time price drop and location in Bismarck.
The Winona edition of the Gladstone Express revived division talk and misstates facts about George A. Peters of Bismarck. Peters is Emmons County Surveyor and a long-time resident by Long Lake Creek near Williamsport. Ed Hodgkinson carved an insect figure for a Home Rule piece, foreshadowing further political clashes as plans for future bouts unfold. Subscription runs $2 annually in cash or barter.
March 30 column reports William Robinson’s house to be raised this week with Mr and Mrs Hugh Stevenson moving in upon completion. News from Capital City notes lively rounds and gold rediscovery chatter north of the city. Mrs Frank Smith dies March 24 leaving a husband and three children. Er vening fieldin and Bates travel with farm supplies toward Emmons county. Correspondent Bergey ill, McCrory in Bismarck hauling supplies, cattle prospering on hills with no hay this spring. Public mood hints at a fair election with no vote buying observed. William Gardner, McMesser, Gus Martin, Patterson and Kane bring supplies to Winona via the Green Grocer.
Governor Giupert A. Pierce designates the third Wednesday and April 15 as Arbor Day to honor tree planting and home beautification. The proclamation urges territorial officers and schools to observe the day, noting a $2 per acre reward for cultivated land kept for three years, except certain trees. Also mentions Thomas Kelly’s birthday celebration with friends last Sunday at his home.
Departed this life at her home in Bur leigh county on March 24 1885 of consumption Mrs Stacey Smith wife of Frank D Smith in her 30th year She leaves a loving husband and three little girls and is mourned by all who knew her The poem expresses faith and farewell with a blessing for the children in Glen Coor March 29 A Fuienn
A traveler between Fort Yates and Bismarck found a skull on the prairie near Gayton with hair and skin still attached. The scalp and facial skin have dried and cling to the bone, preserving hair and ear adornments. The skull is now with Dr. Williamson in Bismarck.
This item advocates sewing machines as essential economy and describes finding a reliable dealer. It promotes Mr. J. Brady of Bismarck as a trustworthy seller offering wholesale or retail machines with needles, attachments, oils, shuttles, and parts. It notes prompt repairs and warrants service. Otto Fischer, agent at Bismarck for Franz Falz Brewing Co., offers special rates to Emmons county dealers.
A long list of town notices, personal updates, business ads, and local happenings in Bismarck area. Mentions furniture at cost, Arbor Day date, marriages, elections, improvements, and farming tips. Several names and places appear, including Searles, Franz Falk Brewing Co, and Emmons county residents.
A Sioux Falls Leader piece urges settlers to choose Dakota with railroads, markets, schools, and churches. It notes flax can yield first year if sown by June and broken early, and dairy with a few cows provides butter sales. It advises investing in settled land now rather than government lands when funds are limited.
A sturdy dug out style stable built into a steep hill by Mr. John Goughinor of Buchanan offers dry warmth and perfect drainage. The structure uses Dakota dirt for walls with dressed logs and plaster, plus a dirt wall door to a large underground cellar suitable for storing rutabaga and other vegetables. The design promises efficient insulation and ease of access for hill claims nearby.
A zealously phrased regional notice hopes for sun to melt snowbound towns across Jows Illinois Indiana Ohio and Michigan. It envisions a land free of floods and cyclones with bright homes schools and churches, inviting settlers to the Northwest.
For sale seed millet and Hungarian seed at one dollar fifty cents per bushel. Also some choice seed corn offered by J. L. Bourmiscen.
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