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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1919
Page
4
The Record, published by B Streeter in Linton North Dakota, is the pioneer paper of Emmons County established in 1884. It details postal status, display and ad rates, and advertising deadlines with circulation noted across the county.
A verse meditation on Christmas birth and universal hope. The speaker reflecting on December darkness, the birth in Bethlehem, and the ChristChild bringing peace and light to nations. The poem evokes angels bells and timeless grace, praising the heavenly gift to earth.
The Record signals the return of Christmas cheer as the publication resumes festive coverage and community notices for the holiday season. Readers are invited to enjoy local features, events, and seasonal updates shaping the town’s yuletide spirit.
The County Record editor recalls Christmases from 1916 to 1919 and laments rising taxes as Supt. Hanson publishes school tax records. He notes a 19.8 percent district levy increase, heavy state taxes, and specific burdens on Winchester and Gayton districts. He argues some districts cut levies while others face hefty boosts amid political blame.
A special session attempted to fix salaries but league bosses refused raises for county officials while approving state salary boosts. Critics note Cathro earns ten thousand dollars a year at state expense and accuse officials of apathy toward fair pay.
After the first of the year the Record will mail statements to readers not paid in advance. The independent newspaper says subscribers should pay promptly and advertisers have supported them well. The paper plans a new brick home with spring, expecting more debts but faith in greater years ahead.
The report accuses Auditor Kositzky of failing to align with Quaker ideals while the league faces salary shortfalls. Krazy Karl is blamed for paying independents, leaving many league members unpaid. A proposed law aims to shift school treasurer notices to the newspaper nearest the district, prompting debate over public influence versus league interests.
The Record notes the completion of the second volume of the Emmons County Farm Bureau News edited by County Agent H. O. Sauer. The issue contains six columns of reading matter and includes an exchange feature of likely high interest as the movement proves its value and aims for spring with ongoing bureau work.
Secretary Baker recommendations led the Senate Military committee to favor many army nominations. Among those approved were Major Generals Joseph T. Dickman James G. Harbord Francis J. Kernan for permanent rank and Henry P. McCain James R. McCrae William Graves Brigadier General Frank T. Hines to brigadier general.
An American provost guard and a Mexican civilian died after a pitched clash between American soldiers and police and Mexican smugglers at the international boundary near El Paso Texas. The incident occurred on December 20 as authorities engaged smugglers in the border vicinity.
Mrs. William Brabeck of 781 Lawson St Minnesota credits Tanlac with lifting her from a nervous breakdown to full well being. She suffered nervous indigestion and exhaustion, slept poorly, and had no appetite before taking Tanlac. After six bottles she reports renewed energy, better digestion, restored appetite, and return to housework and daily duties. Tanlac sold locally by J. F. Fitzgibbons Braddock and a leading druggist in each town.
Victor L. Berger Socialist was re-elected to Congress from Wisconsin Fifth district defeating Henry Bodenstab fusion candidate by 4 806 votes. Berger 24376 Bodenstab 19561 about 9000 voters did not vote. If House refuses to seat Berger the chair remains vacant until 1920 unless Governor Phillipp calls another election.
Arcadia Fla Dec 19 Lieut Norris 85 Bailey of Worcester Mass was killed and Lieut E B Brandenstein was injured in a mid air crash at an altitude of 4000 feet during offensive combat maneuvers over Carlstrom field
Directory of county officers includes Auditor B. H. Brant Treasurer E. T. Atha Register of Deeds A. L. Gell Sheriff Theodore Meinhover State's Attorney Geo W. Lynn Sup't of Schools H. H. Hanson County Judge Don L. Tracy Clerk of Court C F Wagher and County Commissioners F J McConville Chairman Fifth Dist Ben Matthews First Dist T P Lee Second Dist Ludwig Weber Third Dist L Duheaume Fourth Dist.
The Sixth Judicial District lists Frank P. Allen as Presiding Judge F. J. Graham as Associate Judge and Ruth B. Allen as Stenographer for upcoming court proceedings with the panel chaired by Judge Allen.
A historical roster lists city leadership and key officials including Mayor Ed Kruger Auditor Earl H. Smith Treasurer Earl H. Smith Police Magistrate T. Barger Justice of the Peace Don Tracy City Attorney A. M. Britts Chief of Police Scott Cameron Assessor Peter Shier Engineer A. M. Britts Fire Chief E. D. Fogle Aldermen First Ward Wm. J. Gabbert Chris Bosch and Aldermen P. G. Rooks Harry Hinton Thirt Ware Chas. Pasison
Sunday School at 10:00 a m Epworth League at 6:45 p m Preaching at 7 30 p m Prayer and Class Meetings Thursday evenings at 7 30 Rev S M Swaney is pastor
Mission attended from Linton on the second and fourth Sunday with high mass and sermon at 10 a.m. Rev. Fr. Sailer presides.
The Evangelical Missionary Society meets on the first Thursday of every month. Officiating officers include President Mary Butschat Vice President Fannie Bechtle Treasurer Magdalena Schott and Secretary Barbara Bechtle with Miss Albina Sautter serving as Recorder.
The Dan R Richardson Post American Legion in Linton North Dakota meets on the first and third Fridays each month Visiting soldiers sailors and marines are welcome F B Streeter Commander A H Irvine Vice Commander Beech Becker Adjutant
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