27 Feb 1903
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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1903
Page
1
The piece notes John Carignan as a leading probable pick for appointment as agent at Standing Rock, and lauds Mr. Coasrignan as popular on both sides of the river, seen as an ideal Indian agent. It also mentions local gambling tensions and a clarifying note from The Record about prior accusations and the Advocate extracts.
The Statesman questions a school treasurer and a county official about poker with school funds and fees. The piece asserts no one knows of any misdeed, notes clerk and register acted properly, and queries whether P B Schweitzer funded political campaigns using county money at the last meeting. It raises whether the county board compelled recovery of funds used for private purposes.
Senator Williams introduced a bill to bar county officers from neglecting duties or appointing deputies for pay. It would dock monthly salaries after more than three days of absence in a month unless excused and allow a two week vacation. Violations carry fines from 100 to 500 dollars.
The article extols state regulation of teacher examinations and higher qualifications. It notes increased teacher wages and argues that better-trained teachers justify longer, more costly apprenticeships. It contrasts skilled trades with teaching, praising professional preparation over short bursts of work.
The speaker notes that teaching is not a steady nine month job and urges fair wages for faithful, qualified teachers. They say they have always paid the school tax with better grace than other taxes and believe most parents share this view, especially where higher wages are proposed by the school board.
Will H. Foster, noted impersonator, will appear at the courthouse next Wednesday evening March 4. Testimonials from attendees praise his range from humorous character delineation to poignant scenes, noting his portrayal of "The Soldier of Malvern Hill" as especially touching.
Edgar A Knowles son of Mr and Mrs Gideon Knowles died Tuesday morning after a brief illness due to tonsillitis measles and a cold. Born in Emmons county seventeen years ago he moved to Velva with his parents in 1899. A quiet industrious boy he held entrusted duties and was greatly beloved. Funeral held Tuesday at 10 am at M E church with Rev Brown delivering the sermon. Interment in Velva cemetery. The Knowles family were early settlers in Glanavon school district and mourn many friends in the community.
The United States Civil Service Commission will hold an examination on March 10, 1903 at Bismarck Fargo Grand Forks and Pembina for the railway mail clerk position in North Dakota. Applicants must be 18 to 35, at least five feet six inches tall and weigh not less than 135 pounds, with no physical defects. Eligibles may be certified to substitute clerks in the railway mail service. Open to all US citizens meeting requirements. Apply to the Civil Service Commission in Washington for form 304. Nearby notice: Harry Forsyth, formerly of Braddock, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in Minneapolis and was sentenced to five years.
A Camden South Carolina newspaper extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a top remedy for coughs colds and croup. The writer cites personal family use and urges readers especially those with small children to keep it on hand as a safeguard against croup. Sold by W. H Petrie in Linton.
By the undersigned a light red cow branded low on the shoulder with three-bar 6 owner sign reads pay cash and take the animal away. The notice specifies ownership and sale terms for the livestock.
Christoph Rott a Kulm resident and former Gackle & Co. employee was killed in Ashley McIntosh county after a brutal melee lasting hours. Six Russians plotted and carried out the assault in a busy tavern scene, with several arrests and an inquest determining death from multiple head wounds.
Mrs J A Moore of North Star Michigan extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as best for coughs colds and croup for her family. Public notice states I operate a stage line between Linton and Strasburg with afternoon departures from Strasburg on Mon Wed Fri and morning from Linton Tue Thu Sat aligning with trains.
The new regular teachers examination will be held at Lintim school house on March 13 1903. Materials will be furnished. Applicants must be on hand at 8 a m. Coventry County Reaper Hinton February 14 1903.
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