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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1907
Page
2
The Emmons County Record recalls national Fourth of July celebrations with humor about noisy festivities. It notes the lasting significance of historical events tied to Philadelphia in midsummer 1836 and the enduring memory observed by people nationwide.
The Bismarck Tribune notes Indiana judges ruling that people lack power to regulate liquor traffic, contrasting with the Indiana Supreme Court’s swift reversal of Judge Christian’s peculiar decision when the case reached the higher court.
The Times and Gov Burke unite against the initiative and referendum on direct legislation. They view it as democratic, while iron-clad prohibitionists and county option licenses oppose it. Polls suggest voters favor direct legislation if the matter goes to a vote.
The American Bankers Association urges the Interstate Commerce Commission to regulate express companies engaged in domestic and foreign exchange. It calls out high rates, limited plant investment, and reliance on drag line haulers. It notes unfair competition with banks over money orders and cites a North Dakota bill attempt as educational groundwork.
Rates will not be almost confiscatory but will be restricted to the transportation tasks for which they were chartered, ensuring the scope of service aligns with the original charter.
A July 1 law makes marriage licenses valid only within the county of issuance when both spouses are from North Dakota or one resident and one outsider. It bars outsiders from obtaining licenses here and eloping, though the author may not have intended such a restriction amid a flood of bills.
On Devils Lake last week a clash unfolded between initiative and referendum advocates and staunch prohibitionists. Governor Burke argued against the amendment and Democratic platform planks, while Ueland and Professor Aaker defended letting the people amend the constitution about every ten years.
The article notes rising U S tension with Japan over incidents in San Francisco and previews possible war risk. It cites Washington orders to move nearly all Atlantic fleets toward the Pacific, plus a discussion of Japan's military strength. It then shifts to state law on dams and fishways, detailing required fishways and penalties for noncompliance.
The piece notes Japan's proximity to the Philippines and potential foothold risks, but Manila dispatches show Filipino support for the United States over Japan. It argues the United States' manpower and wealth would deter Japan in a prolonged conflict, urging calm, sensible counsels to avoid war.
State law enforces penalties for unlawful fishing devices and empowers peace officers to seize gear. Beaver Creek, a sizable stream feeding Red Lake into the Missouri, once offered good fishing before dams and traps were built. Warden Mahaney notes potential return of quality fishing if obstructions are removed, amid strong public support for enforcement.
Six teams compete in a five day tournament at Pollock July 23 to 26 with prizes of 100 for first 75 for second 60 for third and 50 to the four remaining teams. Round robin style schedules list Eureka Ashley Pollock Wishek Linton Fort Yates across days and times.
One black mare about three years old with a star on the face and about 1000 pounds. A bay mare, three years old, star on the face with left hind foot white and about 1000 pounds. Owner to call, pay charges, and remove. Resides on Sec 11, Twp 129, Rye. Post office Pollock, Ia. George W. Rickman.
Sealed bids are invited by the Emmons County Board of Commissioners at the county auditor’s office in Linton North Dakota until 2 p.m. on August 6 1907 for furnishing and constructing two steel bridges. One bridge spans Spring Creek in section 27 township 133 range 76 24 feet span 6 feet above water. the other spans Buchanan Creek on the south line of section 14 township 135 range 78 24 feet span 12 feet above water. Plans must be furnished with bids. The board may reject any or all bids. Dated Linton North Dakota July 8 1907 J G Prris County Auditor
Notice is hereby given that Franziska Your formerly Franziska Gilas has filed notice of intention to make final proof for a claim in Emmons County North Dakota. Proof will be on August 21 before P G Rooks at Linton. Witnesses include Klemens Fix Stephen Volk Villis Moser and Joseph Volk all of Winona North Dakota. M H Jewell Register.
Official minutes report a May 18 1907 special meeting of the board of trustees to levy a six mill village tax on all taxable property. July 11 107 regular meeting approves bills including justice and marshal fees and arrest costs.
A New York girl's parents seek treatment after an eye strain diagnosis but see no improvement. The piece notes rising medical views linking eye trouble to many ailments including headaches nervousness melancholia insomnia and even St Vitus dance.
A middle aged man asks for mail for the Murphys at a north end sub post office. Clerk denies all Murphy requests including Jane Anne Bob Terry Pat Dennis Pete Matt Edward and others. A hopeful plea to check for P. J. Murphy ends with surprise. The scene highlights bureaucratic whimsy in a Columbus Dispatch item.
George Goldadre, claimant, files five year final proof for land in Emmons County North Dakota. Proof to be before Judge Charles B. Carley in Lincoln North Dakota on July 5, 1907. Witnesses include Bernhard Jaeger Joseph Hauer Frank A. Kuehn and Joseph Eberle of Hague. M. H. Jewell, Register.
United States LAN v Ofvice in Bismarck announces final proof for GEORGE W. McALLISTER on N W 4 of Rec 25 Twp 190N Rye 7W with July 23, 1907 as appearance date. Witnesses listed: Fred L. Andrus Peter Knudsen W H Andrus Hi W Tracy M A W Jewell Keister.
United States Lane Office announces that KEIGRI BICHLER has filed for commutation final proof for his claim in Emmons county North Dakota. The proof will be made before I G Rooks at the district court clerk's office in Linton on August 21, 1907. Attending witnesses include Karl Schreiner George Bichler Jakob Moffatt and Veter Licl of Strasburg. M H Jewell Register.
A white nine year old gelding branded PP on the right shoulder, from Streeter North Dakota, is believed in the Linton neighborhood after two other horses were found there. A liberal reward is offered for information leading to recovery. Contact M Klingman Streeter ND.
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