09 Apr 1897
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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1897
Page
1
District Court in Illiamseport invites inquiries on Homestead Filings and Final Proofs. Final Proofs and notices are prepared carefully, with prompt answers to inquiries from distant parts of the county. Work can be completed to suit convenience for returning residents.
Stravus comments tease about Edi Davis and Winship as local figures. Major Parrensonr of Bismarck is re-elected last Tuesday without opposition, seen as strong endorsement amid abuse. LaMoure Chronicle now run by Warren & Taylor after sale. Environs TuTr e and Packard deny Macdun flooding claims. Bismarck Tribune reports no church services due to heavy snow. Sam Small could preach to melt drifts.
A TRE statement asserts the First National Bank of Bismarck is in an exceedingly sound and prosperous condition. It notes regional contrasts with Fargo and Grand Forks, where safer storage measures are more emphasized.
Eighteen veterans, all one-armed, called on President McKinley to protest the Cleveland administration's treatment of former soldiers. They had been discharged from government positions without charges, during the war years when the country relied on their service.
The Great Cesar of the Grand Forks Herald mocks the Reynolds Enterprise editor with contempt. He displays little respect for country newspapers in general, while the Reynolds publisher seems content despite potential mortgage issues.
A fragmentary notice notes Allison’s versatility and an Independence Day oration in Billsport. It mentions Williamsport and Winona as possible future town venues, with a reference to Robert delivering a very good oration at Billsport.
In town and out features multiple residents and visitors including attorneys Lyon Philbrick and Mr. McCrory with business at Judge Rowerdink’s, plus local officials and a court hearing in Williamsport. Weather and flood impacts around Mandan and Buchanan Valley noted, along with farm sales and a legal suit over estate administration involving Mrs Parker and Mr Parker. Ground feeds offered by Fred Ground and Robert Dickson announces grinding service in Williamsport.
A coroner's inquest in Kulm Monday night found John Daly died from a pistol shot fired by John Burgatt in self defense after Burgatt's altercation with Daly. Witnesses testified to a looming confrontation and Burgatt firing once as Daly sought revenge, ending Daly's life instantly.
Permits for the right to cut hay on school and state lands for the season of 1697 will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder for cash by the county treasurer at the court-house in Williams-Port on the 1st day of May, 1697.
University and School Lands Board authorizes a sale at 10 am with a minimum bid of 2.50 per quarter-section. Gro H Warrens, Land Commissioner. Also notes a Woodmen of America social dance on Friday evening April 28. Other items list sale of work-horses and a public feed-mill service by M. Russ and F. D. Surry respectively.
An old advertisement recalls Castoria across life stages from baby to adult motherhood. It emphasizes reliance on Castoria for children and extends brand trust to future generations, using a nostalgic voice to link care and growth with the product.
Emmons County treasurer H W Aven states a delinquent tax bill for 1895 and earlier requires filing a list with the district court clerk. Judgments may be entered against property and owners, with sheriff sale to satisfy debts. Delinquent taxes may be paid before filing at 7 percent annual interest, then full interest and costs after filing, and 2 percent monthly interest after judgment.
The undersigned will be at the county seat on the first Monday of each month to attend to any business pertaining to the duties of his office. Respectfully, C. Row Eerpimg, County Judge.
The undersigned will take cattle to herd for the season at 75 cents. A full blood short horn bull will run with the herd. Describes good range and ample water facilities. G M Manpiao
A reprinted debate from Kalama zoo Gazette and Michigan Farmer discusses shoddy wool fraud and tariff policy. The exchange argues shoddy sold as wool damages prices, but opinions differ on tariffs. It cites concerns about shoddy and tariff effects on the U.S. wool industry.
A Kansan extols mortgage as a force for action and discipline. The author likens it to the hour glass, a brave soldier, a sand bag, and Providence, arguing it compels labor, sharpens effort, and binds families to debt, while noting its burdens when kept in another’s hands.
The Dowagine Drill with chains the Tricycle Sulky Plow with breaker attachment and a Disk Harrow are in good condition. They can be seen at the County Building when snow clears.
For over fifty years Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup has been a trusted remedy for teething pain. It soothes the child, eases gum discomfort, relieves wind colic, and helps diarrhea, with a pleasant taste. Sold by druggists worldwide at twenty five cents a bottle. Be sure to ask for Mrs Winslow's and not any other.
April notes from Glenaven report Peter Leonard returning from Bismarck after A. B. court and query about F. B. monkeying around. Remains of B. S. Seymour moved to Dale Cemetery for interment. Lew Loutzenhiser's shack flooded with eight inches of water and a bed aboard a dulcimer playing A Life on the Ocean Wave. Dale Cemetery Association names new directors Isaac Allen president O. L. Bales secretary G. W. Tracy treasurer Gid Knowles A. M. Steasing. Messages praise Misses Cash and Annie Petrie health, Carson’s return from Bismarck, and Frank’s river business. Auditor Braddock’s rough trip to Dakem by sled and snowdrifts. Reader jokes about 91 head of lost horses and possible jackrabbits carcasses along the river bottom. April fool warnings.
The April 6 report notes the river ice breaking near Glencoe around 4 PM with crowds watching the rising water. Local items include a new building in Corbin's addition, a comical mule tale, stock and hay news, school plans, and various community updates across Emmons County.
Official proceedings document minutes of April 5 1897 and April 6 1897 meetings. Appointments include road supervisors John Biddlecomb S D Cummins and insanity commissioners Dr David Carson H A Armstrong. Items cover publication designation for delinquent tax list buyouts fox bounty and county salaries. Adjournments set next meeting for April 7 1887.
A resident announces plans to run a cattle herd at their place for the coming season. The notice notes a change of ownership or name from Burleigh to another, mentions water sources, and states that the stock will not be corraled.
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