13 Jan 1886
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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1886
Page
1
J M Bradford praises Western World articles on buying small farms and home ownership. He argues the Mexican adobe is the best lid for essentials, noting its cheapness durability safety and comfort. Adobes are sun dried buns with straw, sized about 18x9.
A writer extols adobe construction as cold and heat proof and fire resistant, with thick joists and plaster finish, a roof parapet for a pleasant rooftop, and optional nursery balustrade. He argues such homes would reduce fire losses and insurance costs and endure weather, suggesting widespread adoption.
Minutes from Winchester D T December 22 1885 report grievances over unjust taxation. Members form Taxpayers Alliance, adopt articles, elect Robert Maxwell president and others. Committees to assess costs and inspect assessor books, with meetings set for January 6 1886 and Williamsport inquiry. Try Frisby's Corn Killer.
The Bismarck Tribune reports Fort Yates fire crews faced 81 degree below zero cold as cannon and trumpets proclaimed the alarm. Within minutes troops with buckets and axes defended the agency and post, destroying three H.S. Parkin homes to stop spread. Loss estimated at 5000 dollars with no insurance.
A comic tale from a printing shop features a towel, stove, editor, sheriff, and moral about recrimination. It contrasts sharp dialogue with a sheriff’s levy on the outfit and ends with a cautionary note on handling bad matters without blame. In Dakota the New Year opens with harsh weather and icy humor from a correspondent.
A Dakota code requires officers to seize animals left in freezing conditions and impose a lien for care costs. Upon conviction, violators face a fine up to 25 dollars. The piece urges officers to monitor such cases in cold weather. It also comments on Dakota's stance on statehood and political impressions.
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