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Emmons County Record

Location

Linton, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1921

Page

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Local Team Beats Hazelton 5 to 1 in Linton Schedule Game

Hazelton loses to Linton 5 to 1 as McGordon pitches the county twirler shows strong form. Monday Strasburg defeats Linton 11 to 1 amid miscues. Wood for Linton steals second and Becker later hits drive.

Hazelton Strasburg Linton McGordon Pollock South Dakota Lintonites Thompson Bechtle Kurtz Earl Woods Anderson Linsen Wood Russell Otto Becker Fairchild Braddock Napoleon Bismarck Mobridge

County Play Day Program Highlights

The program lists events for Thursday June 9 from 10:00 to 12:00 featuring races and contests, a picnic dinner in the park, music by the Linton Band, a 1:00 to 2:30 ball game Hazelton Junior Team versus Linton Third Team, and an eighth grade commencement by State Superintendent Minnie J. Nielsen. It also notes a 3:30 ball game Linton against another team and moving pictures for children.

Linton Hazelton Minnie J. Nielson

Elevated Uintah Railroad Runs Through 9000 Foot Mountains

An elevated railroad from Cols to Watson Utah spans sixty two miles crossing the Atcheo n mountains over 9000 feet high with 75 percent curves.

Uintah Cols Watson Utah Atcheon Mountains

Ex-Chamber Leader Warns of Hidden Death Toll in China

E J Cooper former Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce president says conditions in China are far worse than reported and believes deaths are two to three times higher than recognized. He notes no greenery until reaching the Yangtze River.

China Yangsze E. J. Cooper Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce

Nine Month Diplomas and School Awards at Kintyre

County school notes list nine month diplomas of honor for Cecelia Nieuwsma and others, Punctuality Buttons for three months awarded to several students, and a new Victrola funded by school activities. It highlights outstanding attendance, a Vic trola purchase, and renewal rules for elementary and professional certificates with renewal options and reporting reminders.

Cecelia Sadie Nieuwsma Bakker Miles Florence Marion White Annie Sundahl Kintyre William Wolverton Lavina Heinrich Alma Elsie Klaudt Ethelyn Green Katie Wildermuth George Bosch Peter Schweitzer Winchester Hattie C. Fetterley Glanavon Sidney Wolf Mildred McDonnell Mervin Scott Williamsport Ruth Olson Mildred Urevig Frank Schott Edward Kist Martha Dockter Linda Klaudt Marion Miles White Herman Ronning

Hazelton Faithful Support to Courier News Drive

Roy A. Yeater of Hazelton reports funds from Emmons county supporters for the Courier News and the recall fund. Contributions total several donors including M. Rush R. D. Shea Ben Mathews and E H Brant with allocations split between Courier News and recall efforts. McConville is noted with a six month subscription mention.

Courier News Nonpartisan League Emmons County F. J. McConville Roy Yeater Roy M. Rush R. D. Shea Courier Ben Mathews F. . McConville Pollock S. D E.H. Brant Roy A. Yeater Hazelton N. D

Study Finds White People Live Longer Than Black

A student researching longevity claims whites live longer than blacks, basing results on data from various U S insurance companies. The finding reflects preliminary analysis and calls for further testing across broader populations.

Play Day June 9th Eighth Grade Diplomas and Contests

Eighth grade diplomas will be presented to those who pass the examination during the county Play Day on Thursday June 9th. Contests begin at 10:00 am with athletic events, a noon band concert, and an address by Minnie J. Nielsen. A post-program ball game follows.

Minnie J. Nielson

Notice of Hail Loss Filing Instructions 1921

Farmers bankers and others should note that hail loss notices for 1921 are filed in duplicate. Do not tear duplicates from the original as both must be sent to the Hail Department Bismarck North Dakota. Use new blanks and note insured dates June 1 for winter grains and June 10 for spring grains.

Bismarck N. Dak

County stock judging practice for youth

As announced, several community practice sessions are scheduled before the county contest on June 22. Both boys and girls aged to be announced are invited to participate in the series of practice events.

Attendance Notice for Livestock Judging Sessions

12 and 19 should attend the nearest livestock judging session. Options listed: Monday June 6 at 2 30 p m at John Cleverins Westfield. Tuesday June 7 at 2 30 p m at C E Pearsons southeast of Braddock. Monday June 13 at 2 30 p m at Jacob Rays east of Linton. Tuesday June 14 at L H Koons southwest of Hazelton. Come and learn how to judge live stock.

John Cleveringa Westfield C. E. Pearson Braddock Jacob Ray Linton L. H. Koon Hazelton

Farm Bureau to Hold Seven Community Meetings Next Week

Fifteen bills will be discussed by the county executive committee at seven Farm Bureau meetings. A July referendum will let members vote after forming informed opinions. Public is welcome. members must attend one meeting: June 8 Klabunde Hall Hazelton 2 30 pm, June 8 Opera House Breddock 8 pm, June 9 Temvik 2 30 pm, June 10 Moch School Dakem 2 30 pm, June 10 Hull School 8 pm, June 11 Rensker School Westfield 2 30 pm, June 11 Grange Hall Dale 8 pm.

Farm Bureau Klabunde Hall Hazelton Opera House Breddock Temvik Moch School Dakem Hull School Rensker School Westfield Grange Hall Dale

Chautauqua Set to Feature Linton Event and Star Talent

Linton prepares for a fine Chautauqua as James L. Loar’s advance representative collaborates with local organizers. The lineup includes humorist Dr H W Sears, Chicago Ladies Sextet, Paul Sunshine Die Trick, and Adams family health program. Ticket options include Adult Season, Children’s Season, and six-session Commutation tickets with a 10 percent war tax.

Linton James L. Loar H O. Sauer C. J. Enders A. R. Corwine A. R. Pomerance J. A. Lang Ed. Graf J. R. Volk F. B. Streeter M. Barger A. N. Junge Chas. Gillespie H. W. Sears Chicago Ladies’ Sextet Paul “Sunshine Dietrick Adams

Poppy Sale by Linton Girls Nets Legion Profit

Dan R. Richardson Post of the American Legion reports a successful Memorial Day poppy sale in Linton. Nine hundred poppies in two sizes were sold, with about fifty small cloth poppies sold to aid a French orphan association. Stand locations included W. E. Petrie and Bazar stores and a booth in the square between the First National Bank and post office.

Dan R. Richardson The American Legion Legion French Orphan Association W. E. Petrie and Bazar Booth First National Bank

Poppy Sale Yields Over $100 for Memorial Day Fund

The public reception of the poppy sale was praised as a contribution to the Memorial day program. Expenses will be paid from sale proceeds with any balance to the Legion treasury. More than $100 gross was raised by the effort led by Mrs. F B Streeter and a group of girls.

Legion Treasury F. B. Streeter Violet Fogle Verda Fogle Ruth Irvine Zona Smith Nyla Atha Alma Bechtle Aurelia Ruede

Beaver Valley Garage Sold to Fort Yates Buyer

A deal closed this week transferring Beaver Valley garage ownership to O. M. Baumann of Fort Yates. Baumann, an experienced Fort Yates garage operator, plans repair work and a full line of parts while adopting a new name for the business. The Linton group previously owned the site and managed operations with Obermeier and Bechtle at the helm. Baumann left for Fort Yates yesterday for a business trip and expects to move his family there after securing a house.

Beaver Valley O. M. Baumann Fort Yates Ft. Yates Messrs.Obermeier Bechtle Baumann

White breaks rule in giving N. D. bond endorsement

Washington message clarifies Col. Frank White did not issue official Treasury endorsement of North Dakota bonds. Mellon authorized statement that White’s remarks were for canvassing bond buyers only. White admitted lack of knowledge about federal rules and said the state bonds are strong with sinking fund safeguards.

Courier-News Washington Frank White United States New York State of North Dakota United States Treasury Department North Dakota North Dakota Bond Sales Headquarters, After Secretary of the Treasury Mellon Colonel White Treasury Department Mr. White Gilbert and Wadworth White Department Bank of North Dakota Nonpartisan League

Woodmen Picnic at Dale Rescheduled to June 10

The Dale grange hall hosts the Woodmen picnic on Friday June 10 instead of Saturday June 11. The Dale camp of Woodmen promotes a lively celebration with a strong turnout expected from North and South Dakota communities.

Dale Grange Hall Dale Camp of Woodmen North South Dakota

Memorial Day Parade Draws Thousands in Linton

Three to four thousand people attended Memorial Day exercises in Linton led by the Dan R. Richardson post of the American Legion. The parade proceeded to the cemetery where graves of soldiers from all wars were decorated. A wreath for the unknown dead was laid as Taps sounded and a firing squad fired. A short program near the courthouse featured prayers, music, and remarks on the post colors, with a ball game and movie show in the afternoon.

Linton Dan R. Richardson American Legion Franklin Bertheau Lincoln A.H. Irvine Herman Bertheau Court House Legion Luchs Nora O'Donnell Ruth Gillespie F. B. Streeter Malpass A. C. Wagher

Post Office Sells Government Securities and Savings Certificates

The postmaster explains that all government securities may be purchased at the post office except the $1,000 Treasury Savings certificates which can be ordered by the postmaster. He notes that $5 Savings stamps and the $25, $100, and $1,000 Savings certificates yield 4 percent interest compounded quarterly to maturity and can be cashed anytime with accrued interest. Unlike Liberty Bonds they are not subject to market fluctuations and are always worth more than the purchase price.

Fourth of July Seeman Park to Host New Merry-Go-Round

The Seeman Park Fourth of July celebration will feature an 11 ton, electric lit merry-go-round owned by Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Bohlman of Wishek. The crew consists of four operators and the ride will arrive a few days before the holiday and stay for a couple after. The program also includes eating contests and swimming races for boys and girls, emphasizing kid friendly fun.

Seeman Park H. L. Bohlman Wishek

Darkness Creates Blind Goldfish in Ogneff’s Dark Tank

The New York Herald reports Ogneff kept goldfish for years in absolute darkness with ample space and food. The outcome was total blindness as rods and cones vanished from the retina.

Ogneff New York Herald

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