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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1919
Page
4
The editorial urges careful honesty in life insurance affidavits. It explains how insurers verify facts to prevent fraud and ensure contracts are fulfilled. It warns that false statements can void the policy and cites the impact on beneficiaries and premiums.
The Record notes Fargo Courier News figures on the referendum. the printing bill won by 5239 votes while most measures failed to reach 60 thousand. North west counties gave the league large majorities, while Red River counties backed opponents. Emmons and surrounding counties leaned against the league amid broad tax increases and new levies.
The passage notes new taxes and eight hour law strains, criticizes the soldiers' fund fiasco, and cites Frazier and Town ley amid political shifts. It suggests unlimited radicalism may suit Russia but won’t endure in North Dakota as next year's primary nears.
The Burleigh County Farmers Press cites Kansas facing I W W intimidation over crop harvesting, with $5.00 wages and jail threats. It notes Kansas formed a vigilance committee, armed guards, and where North Dakota's Nonpartisan League opposes red flag laws and labor bills. It questions harvest outcomes for 1919.
The Western half of North Dakota faces severe conditions from drought as local banks seek help. The Bank of North Dakota cannot fully assist and urges eastern banks to aid, highlighting risks to depositors and smaller banks. The piece accuses the Nonpartisan League of political tricks and predicts labor measure fallout affecting farmers and towns.
A jury of twelve farmers found A. C. Townley and Jos. Gilbert guilty of disloyalty in Minnesota. The report notes typical partisan reaction and reflects on the era’s conditions, hinting at broader political implications.
The text questions Townley’s loyalty and summarizes the jury verdict and the concern that Townley prioritizes self interest over government interests. It frames Townley as a bankrupt then convicted conspirator and urges honest citizens to reject his leadership.
President Wilson vetoed repealing daylight saving, blocking Congress from two thirds override. The move solidifies Democratic retention of the policy, while North Dakota farmers and Record readers say they ignore the law and follow farmer time, jeopardizing farm time alignment.
In Washington July 14 a five hour house debate on the prohibition measure saw supporters liken liquor to a convicted criminal needing reprieve. Some ardent prohibitionists said they could not back the enforcement bill noting that federal rules require state action to define intoxicating liquor as a beverage containing one half of one percent alcohol.
The Wilson treaty text published in the Congressional Record shows a change extending demobilization and disarmament of Germany's forces to March 31, 1920, versus a two month limit in the earlier draft. Senators noted the Borah copy as the source of the difference.
Philadelphia July 14 Will H Hays chairman of the Republican National committee predicted a Republican victory in the next presidential election after conferring with Senator Penrose. He cited congressional economies and their impact on the people as evidence of a shifting public mood.
Public utility research researchers report food costs up 216 percent since 1896. Clothes increased 230 percent, coal 85 percent, and taxes 100 percent in the same period. Chicago July 14.
Pavere Clearing Corporation in New York reports that the New York Exchange expects fewer check certifications. Banks and exchange members anticipate this move will lower certification volumes and stabilize day to day loan markets.
Bismarck convening board reviews referendum returns on Friday. Mandan hosts Knights of Pythias convention closure. Wolf bounty cashes all 1917 balances paid. Minot reports alleyway assault details. Grand Forks elects North Dakota Gun Club president Clarence Parker. Lakota hosts US Treasurer John Burke speech. Nelson County hero homecoming at Stump Lake. Fargo reports A D U W addition contract and Nor th Dakota. Devils Lake to sell 2,500 acre farm near Bisbee for about 225000. Minnewaukan death of Sidney Spencer linked to Stillwater to Ft Totten route. Fargo insurance losses pegged at 300000 with more to come. Fargo restaurant workers accused under eight hour law. Grand Forks county organizes American Legion post with 100 plus charter members. Benson county Randvik denied license for Cranberry Lake dance hall. Bismarck reports 100000 bond requirement for Workmen’s Compensation bureau. Robert B Blakemore named manager of North Dunkoth Home Building assn. Truax farmers host 600 at annual picnic. Grand Forks crop reports near average. June hottest since 1911. corn planting stable. rye weak. Acreage steady for flax. potato area up 2 percent. Hell bomb destroys farmers elevator at Hell. Fargo Dr H A Hard noted.
The state notes posthumous Distinguished Service Cross for Glen Allin-August Hageman killed on the St. Mihiel front. Regents-A stock judging winners gain state contest eligibility. State board of equalization to begin annual meeting the first Tuesday in August. Black rust threat averted by favorable weather. North Dakota bar exam class of 14 held at the courthouse. A cattle company forms with $250,000 capital for livestock development. Wilbur Page dies after binder stunt accident. American Legion North Dakota meeting planned for October. Father Halloran reassigned to Powers Lake parish after army chaplaincy. Airedale Mutt helps save Vivian Lavine. dog dies. Warden McDonald appointed acting warden to April 30 1921. State Dairymen convention well attended with noted speakers. Grain shipment meetings seek track scales and loss prevention. Newspaper officials may continue to receive pay under designation rules. Summer school enrolls 180 with 14 instructors. Funeral for Mrs. Charles J. Fisk draws North Dakota attendance. Chief Justice Christianson among pallbearers.
Auditor Vice and Treasurer listed with names, plus Register of Deeds Sheriff State's Attorney andSup't of Schools. County Judge Clerk of Court and County Commissioners appear with names and district designations. Includes Chairman and members for First to Third and Fourth Districts.
City government officers named include Mayor Auditor Treasureur Earl Smith Justice of the Peace Don Tracy Police Magistrate M T Bargwar City Attorney A M Britts Chief of Police Scott Cameron Assessor Peter Shier Engineer A M Britts Fire Chief E D Fogle Aldermen shown by ward Win J Gabbert Chris Bosch Second Ward P G Books Frank Sternhagen Third Ward Harry Hinton Chas Paulson
Services at 10 30 Sunday and 7 30 Sunday evening with Sunday school at 10 00 every third Sunday morning Reverend Martin Vosoler pastor.
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