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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1915
Page
2
A newspaper reprint discusses mixed American views on World War I with quotes from E. W. Howe. It argues German efficiency stands out in industry and society, contrasting Kaiser authority with British and French relations, and citing maritime and railway efficiency as pivotal factors shaping the conflict.
A dated quotation argues that national aims should mirror German efficiency and simplicity while condemning militarism. It advocates treating Germans with fairness and practicality, hoping for humiliation rather than destruction, noting their effectiveness in war and industry.
Across the state individuals have secured farm property loans from the state school fund, totaling over a million dollars. The article notes that eligibility requires a clear unencumbered abstract, land improvement, and residency, explicitly excluding foreigners from applying.
Pitcher Eddie Histed received a telegram Wednesday announcing his mother's serious illness and left for New Boston Illinois. John Olmsted and Isaac Boscher drove him to Mobridge where he caught the Milwaukee flier. In his brief stay here his quiet, gentlemanly conduct earned him many friends.
The August teachers examinations occur at the court house this week. Max Kruse and Carol Kruse earned certificates for three months of perfect attendance. Sigurd Kolfstad of Kintyre earned a common school diploma after completing May work.
Even Noyes and Bert Greer are building a house for John Renchler Jr. Mr and Mrs Buck were callers at the Longwell home. Mr Mausehund has two young men from South Dakota helping in the harvest. Floyd Bedsaul has sold out to Ed Weller and plans to move back across the river. The Farmers Union will meet at the Busby schoolhouse on the third Saturday in August, the 21st.
Members are requested to be present at said meeting. Mr Longwell and family visited the Earl Noyes home for supper last Sunday. Paul Mausnhund lost a fine horse to heat. The weather remains fine and harvest sounds fill the air. Small grain is heavy this year. Elmer Jarvis had a runaway with his team at Hartford P O, breaking the buggy after striking a fence. only one wheel remains.
Glen Turner of Linton started a stir after being fined for speeding. He pressed H C Lynn to close a drink shop, then urged sheriff and Wallace Kyes to seize alcohol found at the Seeman and Kruger elevator sheds near the stock yards. No arrests reported.
Frank Volk of Emmons county, living southeast of Hague, died early Sunday after consuming strychnine. Authorities ruled death accidental, noting no known despondency. Volk, a Russian-German pioneer, left a large, prosperous farm and a prominent Hague residence.
Records show the county auditor detailing receipts and disbursements for the year ending June 30 1915. Totals cover various accounts including taxes licenses salaries and miscellaneous expenses, reflecting the county’s financial operations and budgeting priorities.
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