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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1921
Page
1
Gov. Frazier authorizes a circular urging farmers to sell at least ten percent of their grain to meet debts. He contrasts this with past calls to hold grain for higher prices and warns against panic. He calls for calm, charitable action, urging county agents to identify sellable products and avoid foreclosures unless necessary.
Nine month diplomas of honor issued to Josephine Dykstra Bakker and Frank Saville. Pursuality pins awarded to numerous students including José phine Dykstra Anna Van Vugt Maggie Intveld Margaret Borr and others. Notices sent to twenty four uncertificated teachers to prepare closing of schools for qualified replacements. Christmas school receipts totaled about 140 dollars. many teachers not yet reporting. Urge county nurses petition signatures for county commissioners. South Prairie schools have or
Pythian Services will be held in the Episcopal church on Sunday evening January 9th. Everyone is invited to attend. Rev. Wm. Malpass will lead the service.
The Supreme Court declines to force release of state flour sales records from the Drake mill. Auditing board sought access to deals with consumer stores but records are missing, attributed to shifting custody between districts. With new terms ending, full report cannot be produced. questions arise about political influence on audits.
A student studying longevity asserts white people live longer than black people based on data from U S insurance firms. The piece critiques educational funding, school tools, and district practices while listing school standardization ranks and district tax rates.
Emmons county faces unpaid December salary checks as the Bank of North Dakota refuses to honor county treasurer issued checks. Officials blame political action and warn schools may close if teacher salaries are rejected. local banks may stop cashing county checks. The dispute raises fears of financial paralysis and anarchy.
A Boston Transcript quote contrasts tranquil life with brisk hustle in London Telegraph, noting the need to hustle like chickens to earn a few dollars weekly for expenses. The remark reflects everyday economic strain and regional attitudes toward work.
The house and senate met at noon Tuesday with L. Twichell of Cass County elected speaker 58 to 53 as independents organize. Dad Dawson of Beach chosen chief clerk. Prater of Bismarck named senate secretary by league majority. Townley remains distant as independents spar over leadership and votes.
Newly elected county officials took office amid tension as Matthews, elected in the First District, has held the post illegally since last summer. The court or state’s attorney urged vacancy and a successor. A 2 PM Friday appointment was scheduled after a vote amid league opposition and resistance.
County officials shift after nonpartisan league losses. Ed Miller becomes sheriff, Coventry defeats Lynn, Tracy reelected judge, Wagher remains clerk, Irvine defeats Steiner for register of deeds, Carley wins treasurer, Brant survives as auditor, Matthews faces replacement, league’s influence wanes as Emmons county redefines its politics.
Communion service planned at the Methodist church next Sunday evening. Those wishing to be cryptzed should contact Pastor Nathan L. Rockwell before Sunday.
Members are reminded that 1921 dues must be paid quickly or risk dropping from the Legion and losing the Legion Weekly. A list of payment agents in Strasburg Hague Temvik Hazelton Braddock and Linton covers payments to Finance Officers Otto Becker and local posts. C C Bader recently received the Victor Medal and discharge papers are advised to ensure future benefits. Major operations are listed for separate battle clasps with continued note on Page Five.
In compliance with a city ordinance the City Council orders nine strokes of the Fire Bell beginning Thursday night Jan 6 all persons under 16 must be off the streets between 9 p m and 6 a m unless accompanied by a parent or guardian Jane
Senator McCumber favors an adjusted compensation act for World War I veterans as hearings before the Senate Finance Committee signal broad backing. The Five-Fold bill offers cash pay, certificates, vocational aid, home purchase, and land settlement options, with cash payments possibly deferred to ease treasury strain.
A provocative line from Bom bon Post suggests that restraint and composure in presenting art leads to social approval. The quote frames self-control as a strategic social asset rather than raw exhibition.
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