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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1918
Page
6
The Pioneer paper of Emmons County published in Linton details rates for advertising local and contract space, composition charges, and insertion pricing. It notes circulation across the county halves and sets copy deadlines for Tuesday noon weekly.
The piece urges citizens to save for the war effort, noting national spending, widespread wages, and high prices. It appeals to thrift to ease shipping and transport costs, reduce burdens on docks and railways, and help the nation and the less well off.
Federal Food Administrator Ladd warns Northwest farmers against selling wheat under the government price. A telegram from Hoover notes that General Pershing’s request for material diverted grain ships, causing seaboard elevators to fill and slowing movement. He urges patience to ensure fall price is secured.
Traditional foods in Labrador Greenland and the Faroe Islands feature Nelndeer stew, roast water fowl, Cheurmeat or walrus stew, with coarse bread codfish cranberry jam and dried blueberry cake to aid palates awaiting a grateful spirit.
Under Provost Marshal General Crowder the National Security League plans a nationwide preliminary training program for drafted men. Local captains will organize instruction with retired officers, clergy, and physicians, to prepare registrants for camp with health, discipline, and military courtesy. Drills and competitive activities aim to produce capable, self-reliant recruits.
Sergeant Leslie Davis of Kentucky, veteran of the Philippines Cuba and Europe, tours the Ninth Federal District for Liberty Loan drives. Private moment aside he erupts when challenged about bonds, declaring patriotism equals sacrifice as tears mark his impassioned plea at Minneapolis headquarters.
Capt. Robert L. Finch reports to the Ninth Federal Reserve District that American soldiers in France lack nothing money can buy. He praises bond support for the Fourth Liberty Loan and urges continued purchases as the army grows.
G H Langford of the 102nd U S Field Artillery, returning from France with a leg wound and shell shock, declares American soldiers go over the top without rum stimulants. He notes European armies give stimulants, but says the U S Army goes over with a cheer and a smile.
Americans of German birth or descent in Faribault donate funds to the Rice County Fourth Liberty Loan committee to cover all campaign expenses. The county committee accepted the offer and adopted a resolution of appreciation.
The notice lists W. L. Nuessle and C. C. Wattam as court personnel with Judge and Court Reporter roles identified.
The notice lists candidates for aldermen by ward including names in the First Ward Wm. Gabbert and Wm. Pagel and the Second Ward P. G. Rooks Frank Meier Jr. and the Third Ward Harry Haugse H. C. Ketchum.
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