Western Canada land boom attracts settlers at new prices
The 1919 land rush in Western Canada shows strong demand for fertile, productive farms. Buyers seek open prairie lands selling at twenty to forty dollars an acre, with sales volumes reaching thousands of acres and large tracts exchanging hands near Regina and Moosejaw. The boom follows postwar food demand and the promise of viable crops including corn in coming years.
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Western
Canada
Western Canada
North Dakota
Italy
France
Belgium
Great Britain
United States
Regina
Moosejaw District
J.B. Cameron
Victoria
B. C
John Logan
She Knew Her Father Life Quote on Marriage Request
A brief Life magazine style exchange shows a woman pressing for permission to marry as she asks her suitor about speaking with his father. The dialogue contrasts expectations with parental authority in a concise, reflective moment.
Boschee's Syrup A Fifty-One Year American Remedy
A brief ad claims Boschee's Syrup has served U S cough and lung illness sufferers for fifty-one years across the nation. It promises a restful night with less coughing and easy morning expectoration, supporting natural healing and recovery. Made in America and sold for decades.
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Boschee
United States
America
Adyv
Man Seeks Answers Beyond What He Knows
A thoughtful figure reflects on the limits of knowledge and the constant desire to learn more, suggesting a lifelong pursuit of understanding and curiosity beyond current awareness.
Midwinter Fair Dates Set For Langdon Area
Langdon schedules midwinter fair on March 11 12 and 18 with events announced. Grenora seeks toll-line extension to Minot via Northwestern Telephone. Grand Forks honor roll grows to 47 WWII dead. Mandan hosts breeding sales March 27 and June 8 under North Dakota Breeders' Sales.
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Langdon
Grenora
Northwestern Telephone Company
Minot
Grand Forks
Mandan
North Dakota
Dickinson
Dickinson Lodge
Fargo
A. T. Cole
John Vetre
Drayton
State Association
Indy
Astute
Forman
Sargent County
United States Volunteer Army
Philippines
North Dakota National Guard
Williston
Missouri-Yellowstone Pure Breeders’ Association
Stewart Lockwood
North Dakota Agricultural College
John Cole
Welsh
Witcik
Orpheum Theatre
Cole
Osnabrock
Bismarck
Langer
State Supreme Court
Burleson
North Dakota Legislature Passes Major State Program Bills
The sixteenth assembly in Bismarck completed key measures including creating an industrial commission and Bank of North Dakota, funding mills and elevators, and enacting tax and insurance provisions. Governor Frazier pledged to call a referendum on emergency acts where needed.
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Bismarck
N. C
Sixteenth Legislative Assembly
House
Senate
Frazier
Industrial Commission
Bank of North Dakota
Commission
North Dakota Mill and Elevator Association
Lynn J. Frazier
League
State Affairs Committee
Senate Committee On
Minnie Nielson
North Dakota
State Bonding Department
Joint Taxes Committee
Joint Committee On Taxation
Freezone Promises Easy Corn and Callus Removal
An advertisement promises quick relief for corns and calluses on feet with Freezone. A tiny bottle costs little and requires applying drops to affected areas to lift away the skin without soreness or irritation.
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Freezone
Milk Taxed Life Asks About Bilton’s Finances
A remark questions Bilton’s wealth citing his claim of living on a milk diet. The quote appears in Life magazine style commentary critiquing frugality and status with a sharp aside.
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Bilton
Traveling Gossip on the Rail Sparks Talk
In this brief item readers hear that a woman’s chatter travels the train car and influences conversations, with a witty remark that her words set the tone for the ride. The exchange suggests a social dynamic aboard the journey.
Force of Birth and Nutmeg State Baseball Banter
A playful exchange notes a player hailing from the Nutmeg state and boasts about his delivery. The quip ties birthplace to pitching style with light humor.
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Knights of Columbus
University of North Dakota
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L. T. Larson
Drady
Here
Beach
L. W. Richards
L. W
Peter Gollet
St. Valentine's Day
Amidon
Halliday
Paul
Nick
Tom Baer
W. P. Chestnut
J. P. Hardy
Fargo Commercial Club
Anthony Walton
P. M. Casey
Lisbon
M. V. Boddy
State Union of the American Society of Equity
Sheldon
Ray Fender
Alex Fender
Navy
C. V. Ferguson
Williams County
Devine
Minnesota
Northwest
Portland
Devils Lake
Fort Totten
Peter A. Olson
Ole Olson
Olson
Pershing
Toul
Thomas Hall
James A. Little
North Dakota State Railroad Commission
Charles K. Elmquist
National Association of State Railway Commissioners
State Capital News
Capitol
McCarten
Ettestad
State Historical Society
Hall
State Hall
Farnsworth
Doan
T. A
Buckhannon
Jean
Sagette
Dean
Milburn CO
Buffalo
J. H. Rindlaub
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Cascara
Mr. Hill
Rawleigh
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St. m. Farge
Dekota
Ice Onces
Kodaks
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