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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1914
Page
4
The article urges Linton residents to back an electric light plant, noting eastern interest and a crucial meeting for townspeople. It also recounts the Cobequid wireless rescue off Nova Scotia, where Marconi’s invention saved over a hundred aboard after S O S signals prompted distant ships to race to aid the sinking ship.
As primaries loom, several potential candidates are groomed to challenge Gov. Hanna. Attorney General Andy Miller is reported to eye Gronna’s U S Senate seat. Burdick appears aimed at the governorship, with speculation of rivalries among the field and a possible challenger who could topple Burdick.
The article recalls Guglielmo Marconi and the wireless telegraph as a groundbreaking invention. It credits him with a gift to humanity beyond convenience, highlighting its daily life saving potential and the ongoing gratitude and reminders of this achievement.
A promotional piece extols Peruna for grip and post illness recovery. It cites Mrs. Jane Gift of Athens Ohio and Mr. Victor Patneaude of Topeka Kansas, claiming rapid relief, renewed strength, and eventual cure. The text notes liquid Peruna and tablets, urging readers to ask for a 1914 almanac.
The trial of two German officers ends with the court-martial finding them innocent of power usurpation. The piece argues the German government bore responsibility for the incident, noting the military culture that demands obedience and public demand for penalties. It cautions against scapegoating and reflects on Alsace Lorraine sentiment.
Market observers predict a slump in prices due to a flood of South American beef into American markets. Beef and grain could fall five to six cents in Minneapolis, aided by a Democratic tariff program. North Dakota farmers may benefit from lower prices but wage the same for purchases, with Canada and South America set to gain from the change.
A fragment states Huerta's army in northern Mexico crossed the Rio Grande and is now in the hands of U S troops. It notes government bonds failing to pay semi annual interest and uses the phrase watchful wailing to describe the ongoing delays.
The Pollock Progress notes the Ferry Ida operates daily across the river linking Winona and Fort Yates. The line humorously suggests the boat should run on skates.
The report praises the warmth of the Bismarck community and the overall hospitality at the event. It notes that the summer meeting will be held at Valley City and that attendees will need to travel there.
The Emmons county Record reprints a retiring editor’s farewell letter from Fargo Agriculture College President J H Worst. He recalls taking the paper since its first issue, praises Frank’s editorship, and salutes Emmons county’s pioneer settlers, hardship, and ongoing interest in local affairs.
Peter Schell of Strasburg North Dakota reports three head of horses strayed from his place about December 1. A bay gelding with white facial spot 1100 pounds five years old. a bay gelding no brand 1200 pounds twelve years old. and a black mare four white feet white face no brand 1500 pounds fifteen years old. Reward five dollars for information leading to recovery.
The statement shows assets including overdrafts secured and unsecured 8 112.220 95, U.S. bonds 6,250, notes 15,069, and cash items. liabilities list capital stock, surplus fund, and undivided profits. Deposits total 844,006 26 with time certificates 118 000 0 and cashier's checks outstanding 317,727 00. Officials F J Pletz cashier swears to truth. notary K C Lynn expires 1917. directors J D Meier Vorlander.
Reuel J. Grain cashier swears the bank statement is true for Emmons County North Dakota. The document lists loans and discounts seventy nine, etc with figures for overdrafts warrants stock and tax certificates capital stock paid in and surplus funds. It notes dividends unpaid and taxes payable with the total assets and liabilities summarized by the cashier and undersigned directors.
Newspaper men gathered in Bismarck for the North Dakota Press Association annual mid winter meeting hosted by Manager McPherson of the Tribune. The two day event featured business sessions with talks on publisher welfare, a banquet, a dance, and city sightseeing.
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