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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1911
Page
2
A hostile letter questions Judge Pollocks North Dakota prohibition tour and calls his statements misleading. It argues border states show mixed results, cites saloonlike clubs, blind pigs, and liquor travels, and claims prohibition has caused more conflict and little mitigation of alcohol issues.
After bans advocates claimed a Texas win by twenty five thousand in a statewide prohibition vote, local option supporters prevail by about seven thousand. Prohibitionists face renewed battles with Maine resubmissionists as they push for sums of law nationwide, signaling an extreme fight to keep the measure in a key New England state.
North Dakota railroads emphasize the importance of the upcoming North Dakota Industrial Exposition in Bismarck during September and October. Northern Pacific, Great Northern, and Soo officials will transport all exhibits free of charge, reducing costs for exhibitors and encouraging premium competition.
The piece argues reformers repeat past practices once in power, noting Weatherhead and Bohonik as examples and criticizing hypocrisy in political turnover. It shifts to agrarian and aviation topics, praising winter rye resilience and noting rapid aeroplane progress from Blériot to Johnstone. It covers U S congressional reapportionment, North Dakota’s third congressman, and Canada’s prorogued parliament with reciprocity as a campaign issue.
A North Dakota capitol alert notes nearly a dozen newspaper men are housed inside the Bismarck capitol. The memo praises their competence and wages, then jokes that Representative Johnson will howl about newspaper graft when told.
The secretary of state reports about six thousand smoke wagons licensed in North Dakota, claiming the state leads all states in this ratio of machines to population.
Lobsters and crabs are described as having teeth in their stomachs to finish chewing after grabbing prey. They bite with claws and swallow half chewed food, letting the stomachs complete the process while they seize new targets.
A Spokane Spokesman-Review fragment argues against women adopting harem skirts and suffrage style, promising to smash the fad if his wife wears them. The tone reflects early 20th century gender tension and fashion backlash.
Letter from John Smith describes a vast army encampment and parade near San Antonio in July, naming regiments, artillery, engineers, signal corps, aeroplanes, pack animals, and a 700-member civilian support staff. He recalls Major-General Carter, two battalions of engineers, and a July 4 band performance at Electric Park, noting heat and the proximity to political events in Mexico.
Operator Allen recently dropped a fossil molar fragment at the Medora Herald office. Discovered in a Horton gravel pit at nearly two hundred feet depth, the tooth measures six inches crown to root and five inches wide. The fragment shows enamel, nerves, and fracture structure, inviting guesses on its full size.
Elmer Bodin of Rolson discovered a flint lock musket in good condition near the state line dated 1809 on the barrel and marked Parker Field Co. The gun has been fired several times by Bodin who notes the working parts are in excellent shape. Its long resting place on the prairie invites speculation.
Washington reports fifteen families from cholera infected nations arrived in North Dakota over ten days. Wells county took two of them, total six this year. Eleven cases quarantined in New York, three in hospitals. Immigration bureau watchfulness reduced recent U S entries. The Subtlety of Him appears in Harper's Weekly.
A Washington Star quip notes a single flaw in a Chinese cook. The joke hinges on whether the chef sings while cooking or groans from a burn, reflecting on voice and work.
A Cleveland Leader clipping quotes a controversial remark on captivity and punishment, arguing the act is not torture but pursuit. The exchange questions civilized behavior and justice in the context of Native relations and moral standards.
A mower operator on Miss Anna Simonson's Camp Creek place uncovered an old army rifle while haying. The rusted weapon, embedded in earth and likely twenty five years buried, is believed to have been carried by General Custer's men during Indian fighting. The finder plans to keep the relic as a keepsake.
The piece records a rainy day, mentions K C Wingum inspecting a large crop, and jokes about grain checks. It notes John Holsti as chief rooter for the White Socks and details social chatter about summer school, travels, and neighbors. A Highland ball-tossers match ends 2 to 1 with a rematch set August 13. Oscar Winsum returns from Bryant with a buzz wagon and plans for further festivities.
Poor roads force farmers to sell grain quickly before higher prices later, making marketing difficult. The Litchville Bulletin argues that only uniformly good roads, not regulation by societies, will ensure fair prices and timely disposal of grain.
Receiver’s Certificates list several United States transfers to individuals including Kundert Buckholz Moch Johnson Schneider Britton Becker with various land fractions and lots in ranges 25 16 70 25 120 74 28 133 74 2 126 78 20 126 78 80 12 71 25 129 75 and 15 129 7s Warranties show transfers from Skinner to Burr Oak School District Henderson to Henderson Boynton to Wach Wenzlatt to Gelner Lovell to Crowley Waldemar Wenzlaff to Dalke Crain to Becker Krause to Pietz and Krause to Vietz Weber to Weber Tempel to Waldemar Wenzlaff multiple Temvik lots values ranging from 1 to 34 000 with total price notes. Also Ford delivery advert and repairs by F B Irvine.
Mandan Pioneer notes the Bismarck Tribune editorial praising North Dakota butter makers for high premium quality while urging more production. Morton county buttermakers win prizes at Fargo interstate fair and Grand Forks state fair, spotlighting county leadership in product quality and inspiring local farmers.
Taken up by the undersigned on his premises a red and white spotted heifer about a year old with no brand. Owner may reclaim by proving ownership and paying charges. Located a mile and a half southeast of Hague. Joseph Sahli. Hague North Dakota.
A mare described as very pale in color is offered by Stephen Silk at Pollock S D. The horse bears LA on the left shoulder and another indistinct brand on the right shoulder with a cross-like mark on the right hip and a possible ID brand on the right hip. Ownership requires proof of property and payment of charges.
The notice states a board reserve on all bids and requires furnishing a bond and bid that will be accepted under the proviso. Dated July 26, 1011, by order of the Culley School District.
Notice for teachers and principals to attend a forthcoming examination on a Thursday in November or August. The document mentions sections, certificates, and lists topics including drawing, agriculture, science, and domestic arts. Names a county superintendent and references yearly scheduling changes.
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