Local Tales Mix Nation and Nonsense
A quirky report cites Judge Johnny Cowan urging law officers to arrest all citizens who own spirit thermometers. Commissioner Evans of the Pension Bureau has resigned. Jeffreys Cowan of the Bloody Circuit will hold court for Judge Winchester at sites on the Missouri Slope. Ex‑robber Jim Younazr, paroled by Minnesota, seeks marriage as he grapples with freedom.
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Johnny Cowan
Evans
Pension Bureau
Jeffreys Cowan
Bloody
Winchester
Missouri
Jim Younazr
Minnesota Pardon Board
Sunken gold and river quest amid personal crisis
A fragmented passage speaks of misplaced energies and a bid to pursue sunken treasure described as gold laden cow down the river, amid a personal crisis. The odd phrasing hints at a metaphorical struggle and a risky venture that tests judgment and resolve.
Credit Raopgs Dies as Boer War Causes Figure Laid to Rest
Credit Raopgs, the man chiefly responsible for influencing British policy toward the Boer republics, has died and was laid away to await judgment.
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Credit Raopgs
South Africa
Sound of Delarey Name Sparks Irish Descent Claim
An exchange notes that the sound of General Delarey’s name suggests Irish lineage. The writer recalls a prior account stating the famed patriot commander is of French Huguenot descent and that his name in French is De la Rey.
Wheeler fitness for mayor questioned by bank raid tale
The Grand Forks Herald notes readers would doubt Dr. Wheeler’s mayoral fitness based on his alleged actions during a Northfield Minnesota bank raid by the James-Younger gang. The fragment suggests he killed bandits in a raid about a quarter century ago.
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Grand Forks Herald
Dr. Wheeler
James Yor
Northfield
Minn
Senator John Nie Cowan Seen Top Prohibition Slate
The writer recalls meeting Senator John Nie Cowan at a state convention on the Slope delegates ticket. The event showcased Cowan as a potential representative of a prohibition state amid efforts by Hanebrough’s solid men.
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Johnnie Cowan
Cowan
Slope
Deskin
Hanebrough
Moist Ground Promises Best Crop Start In Spring
The piece notes that a moist spring aids initial grain growth, but ongoing seasonal rains are crucial during crop development. It adds that snowmelt often runs off if the ground is unfrozen, limiting immediate benefits to crops.
Northern Pacific Turmoil at McKenzie Slough
The Northern Pacific faces disruptions at McKenzie slough as trains stall and mail delivery falters. After days of confusion, authorities deploy a launch to transfer passengers and freight, while service slowly resumes on the eastern route to Winona and Milwaukee stations in Northern South Dakota.
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McKenzie
Northern Pacific
McKenzie Slough
Winona
Milwaukee
South Dakota
Charley Kupitz
Lehi
N.P
Local Notes and Community Happenings from Pollock Area
Letter to the editor from Winona Dakota reflects on home ownership and local growth. Community items include church services by Rev. Sheridan, Woodmen meeting, a dance at Lowepfisher's hall, spring farming work, school returns, cemetery association elections, a runaway incident, and health issues from a farm injury.
Emmons County North Dakota Promises Prosperity Ahead
A letter extols Emmons County North Dakota as a land of opportunity for settlers. It highlights wheat and corn as leading crops, growing stock and dairying, abundant summer forage, affordable railroad land, and rising land values. The writer, A. Olson Rupr, expresses confidence that the twentieth century will bring enduring prosperity and a strong pioneer spirit.
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Emmons County
North Dakota
Pastal
A. Olson Rupr
Lessons from the Storm for Livestock Managers
The Dickinson Press warns the recent storm shows that after mild winters stockmen may take unsafe risks. It advises not wintering over 2,000 sheep in one band and cautions cattlemen who crowd or risk raids by predators or escape attempts.
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Dickinson Press
Safety Preparations Highlight Chapter Stock Preparedness
The article notes that many items are already prepared and their stock always comes through the chapter in splendid shape, emphasizing consistent readiness and reliability of the overall process.
Local items note visits and a murder arrest
Maurits and Henry Van Soest visit from Hull Tuesday. Arthur Beaver comes from the Beaver country. Sven Johnson and Mat Kvalevaag visit from Larvik. Mrs Keebler moves to homestead. Lew Loutzenhiser travels from Dale. Ben Whitney and Joe Allen visit Glan Avon. Ed Braddock attends penitentiary board meeting in Bismarck. About twenty land-hunters arrive from Brad dock. Smith, accused of killing farmer Anton Hylinger in McLean county, has been captured and jailed at Washburn. robbery cited as motive. Frank Irvine visits Glan Avon. Mrs W L Bales health discussed. Cad Logue's buggy sinks in Beaver river amid flood. a mail carrier is asked to be informed if found. Williamsport marriage noted for Sote Bibelheimer and Matilda Klinger. Tom Kelly in town. N P surveying crew involved in a big blizzard. crew camps near Horton ranch and Spring creek line likely chosen over Beaver route. The Record corrects wagon-maker initials for L S Carley to refer to Mrs C. instead. W G Carley’s shop nears completion and will serve as church space next Sunday.
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Maurits
Henry van Soest
Hull
Arthur Beaver
Beaver Country
Sven Johnson
Mat Kvalevaag
Larvik
Mrs. Keebler
Tuesay
Lew Loutzenhiser
Dale
Ben Whitney
Joe Allen
Glanavon
Lanton
Ed Braddock
Bismarck
Penitentiary Board
Braddock
Smith
Anton Hylinger
McLean County
Washburn
Frank Irvine
W. L. Bales
Pean
Cad Logue
Beaver River
New Orleans
Linton
Herreid Picayune
Sote Bibelheimer
Williamsport
N. D
Matilda Klinger
Campbell County
Ueecay
V. E. C. Oeder
Tom Kelly
Tom
N. P
Edgeley
Horton Ranch
John Barry
Spring Creek
Murphy & Leonard Stock Ranch
Beaver
L. S. Carley
W.G. Carley
W. G. Carley
Sheridan
Black mare listed for sale near Linton ND
A one year old black mare with a white hind foot and white forehead spot is offered near Linton ND. The listing notes weight about 12 miles southwest of Linton and 22 miles north of Stiles' Ranch with good buildings and water on a half-section two miles south of Linton by W. J. Marchant.
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Linton
Stiles’ Ranch
W. J. Marchant
N. D
Hay for Sale in Williamsport North Dakota
For sale, 200 tons of hay available. Located on sections 30 and 31, Township 134, Range 16. Contact Colson at Williamsport, North Dakota via post office box mar2l apt.
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S. Colson
P.O. Williamspurt
N. D
New York Life Reports 1901 Policy Counts and Amounts
The document lists 1901 business by life companies including New York Life Equitable of New York Mutual of New York Northwestern of Milwaukee Germania and others with new policies and amounts. It notes figures filed with the Commissioner of Insurance and cites C D Epier as special agent. First publication March 21. Last April 2.
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New York Life
Equitable of
New York
New Mutual of
Northwestern
Milwaukee
Germania
Eer
York Life
Glen Freeeeee Ceeeeeaee Mutual of
Uitable of
Record profits of New York Life rise from 1898 to 1901
The notice cites New York Life Insurance Company showing policy holder profits: over 14 million in 1898, over 19 million in 1899, over 23 million in 1900, and over 29 million in 1901. Special agent C D Edica of Bismarck is listed with publication dates February 8 to April 4.
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New York Life Insurance Company
C. D. Edica
New York Life Insurance Co
Bismarck
N. D
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F. H. Cotton
General Merchandise
Braddock, Nor Dae
Snyde Drug Store
J. F. Snyder
Thomas Jones’ Postoffice Building
W. E. Petrie
E. E. Semling & CO
Monarch
Hanson
McKibben
SWEET
ORR & CO
Seuc
ING & CO
Smarck
Emmons County Land Office
Hackney-Boynton Land Company
Edward Braddoce
Linton, N. D
Gayton
Emmons County Record
D. R. Streeter
Pioneer Journal of the County
the Bacardee Lieton Post
Makgen
Winora
Dakota
Epteceopal
Jamestown
P. L. P. Stag Urank Streeter
Pronver-bearee
Petrie
Kari
Denettay
Bascellagtee
Arthur Honstais
Fide Birepter
Tterson
Irvine ¢ Horton
Fred Pfaff
Nee W. Gariey
Jerusalem
Holy City
W. G. Camrey
Columbia
Will Loutzenhiser
F. A. Sherwood
Catt
Seymouur
Dale Cemetery Association
Ole Oleson
Charles Coventry
Lew Loutzehiser
Walume
Pollock
Shuckey
A. B.C
Len
Lito
Norra Daxora
Shepard, Braddock
J. W. Vee
Nazis von
Fred Junge, JR
Qau
Commissioner of Insurance
Capitol
C. D. Epier
Bismarck, N. D
Laxp
BisMarrcg
Otice
Charles 8. Lane
United States
District of North Dakota
Anna 8Stiles
Anna Carls
John McCrory
N. D. Oe Laberge
Eee i. Db
Boolaycok
Eran Dd
A. C. McGillivray
Register
Binmarick
Jethro J. Yoana
Siaton
Tou
Towpeblo
Thomas K. Braddock
Mannes B. Breck
Ilarsopore
N.D
Arthur Wescott
Li Linton
McGillivray. Register
Earth
Wasa
U. S
Bouwina Ocleveringa
Ouneblo
Stephen Hulzenga
Westfield
Moss
Tescoa Acta
Mmons County
North Rth Dakota
Teaton
A. D
Charles J. Lane
CO Or
Grifith Jones
Margaret Space
Paste Griffith Jones
Mons
North
Kote
Senor Tee
Amacy
Ube
Midistratrix
Sald
O County
Margaret Jon Aanlaleszterte
Biyusnce
TL N. D
Sven
Jer
Charies
Lommioder
North Reat
Uinton
Don
George Guerbert
Noreswess
Aus
Pit
Fell
Lock
A. Polluck
Greebert
Potock
D. A.C, McKilliveay
Ross
Ence
Semple
the Forum Printing
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B. Sraxarsn
Cgotzi and Co
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