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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
2
The piece argues assessors receive only three dollars a day and must pay for travel, making the post unattractive. It notes vacancies across the state and difficulty filling the important, responsible role due to wages not matching the workload.
A Fargo based association reports resident and non resident hunting permits issued in 16 states and total receipts. The 1905 and 1907 figures are given, with allocations to state district wardens county wardens and auditors. The piece calls for reform abolishing district wardens and shifting duties to county wardens with direct reporting and fee retention.
Fragmentary note describes a historical organ and lake linked to religious practice, citing origins in Greek empire era and connections to banners and devotion. Poor readability limits precise facts.
A minister, about to read a hymn, stops to apologize for a forgotten notice. He then humorously stumbles through a misread line about a judge, prompting amusement from the audience and a playful relief at the lapse.
The text argues vowels are the main challenge in English pronunciation and calls for standardized vowel sounds with correct intonation presented in an intelligible and easily understood form. It reflects a Country Life ideal of simplifying pronunciation.
A misquoted Twain remark circulates praising genius as an old lady in Mannibal who knows more than he can find and spills vittels on his clothes, shared as a humorous banquet aside in New York.
A large audience enjoyed a varied program of instrumental duets, a reading, a solo, and a moving picture. Rev. N. Wood and Mr. Stoddard organized the event, with Mrs. J. N. Peterson introducing the opening number. Myrtle Wood Peterson excelled in the canvas reading, while Elie Wood and Miss Marchant impressed at the piano. The pair plan another performance at Renaing’s schoolhouse on September 4.
A list of Democratic county committee members by town includes Burr Oak A H Stennett Denhem Ror Yeater Livona Chas Lunsford Gayton Jas Loney Hampton Hal Steadman Braddock F H Cotten Cherry Grove E E Clark Hazelton S E Brindle Liwan Andrew Hansen Tell Aotoo Grunefelder Omio Carl Roman McCulley T F O'Brien Dakem John Horner Exeter Adam Kraft Hague Peter Schmalz Linton Wam Pagel Strasburg G J Baumgartner Westfield A N Baumgartner Union Adolph Kabusreiter Emmonsburg W B Lee Winona John Pistie Putnam F A Sherwood Glanavon Ben Whitney Buchanan Il B Bossert
Geneseo North Dakota bank was burglarized last Wednesday with the vault blown and windows shattered. Between 2.20 and 2,500 dollars in cash and papers stolen, prompt discovery by early risers. Insurance covers loss. North Dakota Backers Association offers 300 reward per participant.
A kindergarten program showcased Patsy and Emmy Lou imitations with strong elocution and study behind the humor. Mrs Peterson and Master Cromwell Owens impressed with vocal finesse as the audience enjoyed moving pictures and songs like Silver Threads.
Secretary of State Blaisdell calls rail companies to license passenger ticket agents under sections 4300 and 4311 with $5 fees and posting requirements. The law carries fines up to 500 dollars or a year’s imprisonment for noncompliance. State seeks number of agents selling tickets without licenses. The notice reflects demand for enforcement and added revenue. Named references include North Dakota statutes and local government notices.
A patient arrives at a London hospital with a badly poisoned leg. The London surgeon orders immediate amputation, noting there is no other option. The patient shows relief that the head is not involved.
London Chronicle notes changes on the moon surface especially at Linnaeus crater. Some astronomers claim the white patch diminishes due to hoarfrost melting at sunrise, while frost deposition and melting occur elsewhere on the moon.
The Musical World recounts Donizetti’s Naples Conservatorio director Sigismondi railing at exaggerated orchestration in an Otello score. He storms out shouting a hundred and twenty three trombones as Donizetti reminds him of first second and third trombones.
A New Orleans Times-Democrat report quotes Lt Marlinspike describing Japanese tattooing on his arm and neck. He claims Nagasaki work required nineteen hours and that tattooers drink blood and lick ink as they work.
A Russian speaker extols women of Russia praising beauty wit industry thrift and partnership with men. He claims Russian women balance intellect politics and patriotism, argue they are born diplomats and revolutionaries ready to sacrifice for country.
The convent rite in Vienna on St. Leopold’s day features sliding down a huge wine cask first filled in 1711. The custom comes from a cooper’s tale of drunken return home and his wife forcing him to slide as punishment.
The Boston Advertiser argues that cleanliness matters more than chemical purity in food. It asserts salt may contain other salts and still be healthy, and corn bread with some wheat flour is better than pure cornmeal, but nonclean food can be more dangerous than adulterated products that lack germs.
A kind hearted slum girl visiting the country sees a mother hen about to shelter her brood and shouts harshly at the bird asking how it dares sit on the chicks. The scene contrasts a child’s blunt remark with the hen’s protective act.
A heated exchange erupts as a man defies a chaperone with a bold threat to kiss the woman, drawing a sharp objection from the chaperone who cites propriety. The Boston Transcript notes the public exchange and its social tension.
The New Orleans Times-Democrat notes that a widower resembles a baby in infancy, with months of crying followed by months of sitting up and attention. The piece highlights the ongoing challenge of managing a second year alone.
A noted Indianapolis gossip remarks that half the world is unaware of how the other half lives. An observer responds that lack of knowledge is not the reader’s fault, highlighting discreet chatter among local social circles.
(No coherent factual content available in the readable text. Unable to extract a meaningful news item with identifiable people, places, or events.)
In Kielland's view Napoleon embodied the last glamour of war, with peace as a pause between wars. He contrasts princes and scientists, noting that modern war profits from machines and industrial efficiency, with admirals reduced to button pressers in iron boxes.
The New York American contends Hannibal was the greatest general known, noting the second Punic War as his near singlehanded triumph against Rome. He led raw levies against highly trained foes without help from Carthage, illustrating a singular genius overcoming tremendous odds.
Jade’s value in China arises from its perceived virtue to bring luck and even cause land to be seized for fine finds. Collectors snatch the best pieces, while public markets rarely see them. Jade’s green tint also makes skin look whiter, making color more valued than quality.
Georgette Leblanc wife of Maurice Maeterlinck on tour in a French town faced weak support for her husband play. She confronted her manager after the mangled verses and unclear lines. The manager replied that great writers are daily murdered in the same way.
A London Graphic quote argues that London surpasses Paris in beauty wealth culture and art yet English residents rarely express passion for their city. It contrasts French enthusiasm with understated London appreciation.
A brief dialogue shows a smaller man accusing harsh terms and a larger man warning against a third term. The exchange ends with the big man stepping back without further remark.
A cartoon caption shows a drummer asking about bed stuffing at a hotel. The landord replies with pride that the best straw in Hull county is used. The drummer notes the straw is connected to the camel’s back joke, ending the quip with Puck’s punchline.
A Louisville Courier Journal snippet quotes a humorous exchange about a man pleading behind a door. The line suggests a misunderstanding about engagement and marriage over a dollar, reflecting light newspaper whimsy.
A wry exchange notes a mother’s wakeful nights and a man’s lighthearted joke about his newborn. The dialogue hints at balancing happiness with newborn care as life adjusts to parenthood.
Notice to creditors states the administrator of the estate at the village of Emmone and Ni ' ote must present claims within five months after publication. The notice names the administrator and references Wentfeld and a court involvement.
The readable text provides a garbled catalog of names, brands, and body part references, including Allen H W, Baker, John J and Baumgartner Joy, Davis Bros, Doerschlag Lewis, Fischer Jakot Fy, Brand on Gravink H W, Hoon, Huse, and Marchant. It resembles a damaged ledger of people and items with scattered notes about horses, ribs, and body parts.
The readable text lists several names such as Mandigo W W Brads Ue Mikesell J W Morford M Bh Uauptey and references a left hip injury and rock sidelining curves, but details are incomplete and ambiguous.
A fragment lists owners and brands for cattle and horses from multiple names in Winona and surrounding areas. Brands shown include 4 on right or left hips and shoulders, with notes on ribs and left side. Entries mention Winona, Westfield, Gayton, and other towns, indicating a livestock branding inventory or sale catalog fragment.
Notice from the Department of the Interior lists Rosalia Wudtki of Linton North Dakota filing final five year proof for Homestead Entry No. 1903 in Te Apet Township 122 N Range 7 W. The proof will be made before Charles B. Carley county judge in Linton North Dakota on September. Witnesses include Friedrich Schneible of Emmons Daniel Jobb of Emmonsburg Karl Ronschiler of Emmonsburg Michael Weber of Emmonsburg and M H Jewell Kester.
Notice is published by the United States Land Office at Bismarck. Wingas mn Hi fart of Strasburg North Dakota filed for a homestead entry dated August 2, 14 seeking final five year establishment before L. A. Weatherby United States commissioner at Linton North Dakota on October Nats. Claimant witnesses include Charles Melor Vincent Miller Jacob Hofart and Nob Pallations Braun all of Strasburg. M. H. Jewell No 2007 ten ses the
The text shows scattered names and places including Aberdeen and Larvik with social visits and guests. Mentions Mrs Jol Hazelton Miss He Mr ant daughter Braddock and Mrs Cha CA. tute in L Joseph during a Saturday visit. The fragmentary nature limits detail.
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