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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1916
Page
3
Wheat markets and local business updates share space with residents' moves and road conditions. Officials and clerks, lawyers, bankers, and merchants are cited alongside visits by doctors, photographers, and family events in Linton, Hazelton, Temvik, Strasburg, and Braddock during a busy mid spring week.
A health commission report based on 133 shops and 3,000 workers reveals chronic mercury poisoning and related conditions among fur hat makers in New York. The health department ordered 71 factories to install protective devices, provide rubber gloves, and ensure hygienic flooring and after hours cleaning with vacuum cleaners.
An article argues that sitting is an unhealthy habit for the body. It blames hollow backed chairs for curling the torso and creating abdominal kinks that hinder digestion. It cites health magazine guidance favoring lying and standing over sitting.
The Hopkinsville Kentucky Dispatch reports a record turkey drive with 500 birds moved 20 miles to a produce house. The flock was herded along roads from Wednesday noon to Sunday noon and slaughtered for Thanksgiving markets. The piece also notes 76 possums by Mack Vinson and Austin Williamson and 39 raccoons by Mike Hayes as top catches.
A messenger delivers a package to Mr Wederly believed to be a birthday present from his wife. He asks to leave the bill and promises to send a check for the amount next week.
A light exchange on a summer romance ends as one party notes the relationship contract expires automatically September 1, leaving the other to face a broken agreement and the need to move on. The dialogue underscores a formal contract versus a personal attachment in a bygone era.
Gau traded Friday for a new steam traction rig from C. J. Bieber. Embroidery Club meets May 18 with Miss Lydia Schatz. Several residents traveled to Linton on business. The Pietz family and baseball players spent Thursday in the city on business and pleasure. Families and friends hosted visits and political stops surrounding community figures and events.
A wounded Dundee soldier writes home from hospital that on his twenty fourth birthday he regained his speech. He recalls a dream about his brother John and declares he had been saying to show mercy no mercy because the others showed none to his brother who was killed.
A humorous remark notes four young lovers sitting out dances on the stairs blushing at the scene. The quip calls it a four flusing moment, implying playful embarrassment and social flirting.
A brief humorous remark recalling a visit to Paris where the speaker found English necessary to be understood. The quip contrasts language barriers with the expectation of French-only communication. The line plays on cultural stereotypes for a light pitch.
A conversational line explores how a strong willed man compels a cautious woman, joking that her pull is like iron against iron. The banter highlights clash of temperament and stubborn persistence in a tense dynamic.
A lighthearted exchange notes that a wife's enjoyment of the morning paper serial reveals her favorite breakfast spectacle. The quip highlights domestic humor as the couple references the newspaper’s ongoing story.
An advertisement highlights Dr. C Chibbs as a leading Bismarck dentist offering quality care over low prices. It positions him as the best choice for dental services, emphasizing superior results and professional credentials.
A group of children left Monday for their old home at Thornton Iowa to spend the summer. They plan to visit relatives in Steele Jamestown and across Minnesota during the stay.
The late Sir George White was famed for exercise, and while visiting Simla he surprised the crowd by running through a narrow hillside tunnel to address the assembled society. Police managed traffic as the crowd awaited a lord sahib through the tunnel.
The article discusses Germany’s response to the U S ultimatum and hints at peace ideas if the United States participates. It notes British actions after the Irish rebellion with fourteen leaders executed and Sir Roger Casement on trial in London. U S authorities consider stopping indiscriminate mail searches and urge balanced international law.
Estray notice lists a red ee calf at a farm in section 8 131 74. Owner must claim, prove ownership, pay charges, and remove the animal. Also missing pony found April 13 with brand M on left shoulder weight about 800 pounds color markings described. Contact finder to verify ownership and recover property in North Dakota.
War news remains quiet on the fronts while Mexico's border tensions persist. Zapatistas wrecked a passenger train near Mexico City causing heavy casualties and widespread destruction. General Ovregon and Gen. Scott hold private talks as details remain scarce.
The board county commissioners of Emmons county North Dakota invite sealed proposals by June 1 1916 for five bridge constructions. Projects include a 24 foot span concrete abutment bridge between sections 10 and 11 1 16 foot and 40 foot truss and steel spans with 18 foot roadways and concrete abutments located in sections 34 154 77 3 135 77 and others. limits and exact locations specified by section township range.
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