Reeter Pioneer Paper of the County in Linton
The Record is entered at Linton Post Office as second class matter.
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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1914
Page
4
The Record is entered at Linton Post Office as second class matter.
The article notes Europe’s powers in war, praising Belgium for delaying German plans as Britain joins, and highlights how Belgium’s resistance disrupts Kaiser Wilhelm II’s push toward Paris. It discusses the impact on Germany’s supply lines, naval strategy, and censorship, with England and Russia looming as major factors shaping the conflict.
Governor L B Hanna and his party, who traveled to Norway, have returned to the state. The delegation, including officials and escorts, completed the overseas trip and are back in their duties.
Bismarck marks Hanna’s return with ceremonies praising his Norway trip. The governor’s work is credited with guiding state prosperity through immigrant settlement and international advertising. Scandinavian home builders are hailed as key to North Dakota’s growing resources.
Commissioner W C Taylor cautions North Dakotans to beware of unauthorized solicitors and unlicensed insurers. He urges thorough investigation before spending with any insurer and advises consulting the insurance commissioner for guidance and protection.
A letter to the Record from the Hackney Land Credit Company urges citizens to take all precautions against prairie fires. Farmers are urged to build ample fire-breaks and exercise fire safety. The letter says the man who starts a prairie fire by negligence or foolhardiness should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
Money conditions and markets in this country show strength despite European trouble. Extra currency is flowing into exchange and banks will act normally soon. Grain prices fluctuate but remain strong overall. The outlook for a good crop and high prices suggests the Northwest will enter fall in strong economic condition.
The Dickinson Recorder Post reports how a basement bath by J. P. Seversl caused inches of water damage recently. The paper recalls going through the same ordeal twice and notes the shared experience.
United States to Charles E Hickenbotham Casper H Brewer Thelhelmina Nieuwendorp Oscar Petterson Hiram E Rice Warrants Deeds Andreas Kelsch Elizabetha Kelsch Lorenz Mastel Edna L Hotchkiss D J Hotchkiss Ole J Johnson George F Volk Barbara Volk Drake Ballard Investment Co Nikolaus Heisler D F Muhlenbruck Minnie C Muhlenbruck Peter L Prichard A D Kleinman Edward T Martinson Frederick Frankhauser Fried Erika Frankhauser John Bartu Hunter's first addition to Linton lots 2 4 for consideration totals and prices noted.
An advertisement notes the free ticket in every tenth sack of White Lilly flour to attract new customers. It promises that after trying the brand, buyers will continue to purchase without further incentives, noting the ticket plus fifty cents buys another fifty-pound sack.
H. Blore invites readers to inspect a selection of ninety five head of horses offered for sale at his Winona listing. Prices are advertised as right and horses are described as ready for viewing at Blore’s with opportunities to select preferred stock.
Ed. McConville and wife of Dale transacted business in Pollock. A baby girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Rasbeck. A petition to dissolve the Pollock town corporation was presented, with a special election set for the 18th. Strasburg tournament drew large crowds and 84 autos at the ball park. Lightning struck three men near Dale, killing horses and injuring the trio. Sheriff Balzer of Logan County died at Napoleon. funeral held today. School board named teachers for September. library gains 100 new books.
Sam Moen drove to Bismarck yesterday. A daughter was born Friday to Mr and Mrs Lars Green. Mrs Roy Lee visited Bismarck on Wednesday. Joe Wirth returned last week from eastern points.
Local ad promotes prompt Kodak finishing for anxious customers. Shan Photo Studio in Bismarck North Dakota invites mail orders and film submissions for quick results.
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