05 Sep 1902
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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1902
Page
1
Public instruction chief D. B. McMillan sues L. Stockwell alleging a dispute over authority and policy implications. The case, filed this week, centers on governance issues within the education department and potential administrative overreach.
A Republican platform lauds the prosperity from protective policy and foreign trade, praises President Roosevelt and McKinley, commends state officials and congress members, defends army record, attacks Democratic critics, and calls for election law amendments to regulate public franchises and utilities. The document emphasizes good government, enforce of laws, and reform in election procedures.
A Republican delegate convention for Emmons County will meet at Linton Court House on Tuesday September 193 at 1 pm to select officers and set county representation. Caucuses occur at polling places across precincts on Saturday September 4 1902 between 8 am and 6 pm standard time.
The THR reports the Mandan state fair begins on the 23d with strong crops, grain, livestock, racing and other fair features. It notes the fair is growing in popularity as a meeting place for local residents and the state's progress attracts broader interest.
In a weekend notice reflecting on Civil War figures, Claib Jackson of Missouri is recalled as a southern sympathizer who favored neutrality and gathered state militia at Camp Jackson. The piece notes loyal German rifle units in St. Louis and details the dubious neutrality plan as a rebel camp.
A spring raid formed German regiments under Lyon Sigel and Blair marching to Camp Jackson. On May 10 Kelley’s men were away and the pseudo-confederate camp fell with prisoners paroled. The event cemented Missouri’s Union status and marked Sigel’s death.
John Wana maker lauds newspapers noting their columns overflow with business ads. He says a well patronized paper attracts capital and labor, builds up towns, and that those who ignore town papers injure themselves and the community. He emphasizes newspapers as a strong force for local growth.
Mr Borror speaks in favor of Chamberlains Cough Remedy after three years of bronchitis and sleepless nights. He tried doctors and medicines with no relief until his wife found a bottle. The remedy is sold by W E Petrie Merchant in Linton North Dakota.
A Bismarck dispatch reports the commissioner of agriculture and labor will pursue alleged violations of the pure food law by manufacturers of packed goods such as baking powder catsups jams and preserves. Tests at the agricultural college found adulterants in preserved strawberries lemon extract and blackberry jam including anline dye ploric acid starch coal tar dye and glucose, prompting likely enforcement actions.
A New Albany resident recalls using a cholera remedy during a long bicycle trip after sudden illness. He reports two doses kept him well on the road, and another dose cured a later dysentery attack, with the medicine sold by W. E. Petrie in Linton. Meanwhile Fargo collector Gag plans to sell estate assets due to chronic rheumatism, including a Fargo house, a 65 by 300 lot, piano and instruments, a 16 carat gold watch, and other property totaling about 3125, with a sale at Stone’s music hall on the evening of November 15 and a luncheon with Evie attending.
Tickets for an November 15 social in Fargo cost $1.00 with prizes including a $1,500 home on the Red River. Sponsors include J. A. Johnson ex mayor C. A. Wilson ex sheriff and H. Rasmussen ex clerk of court. Jamestown’s Contractor Cook seeks workers for the McKenzie branch grade progress, planning 32 miles done with two steam shovels and 50 Indians, aiming for 45 miles total through fertile country. rails may reach Williamsport this fall.
Glencoe North Dakota June 11 1902 Alex MacDonald declares candidacy for State Senator Twenty sixth District subject to approval of Republican Legislative Convention.
A series of formal notices from Emmons County announce candidacies for county offices. P J Witter and Frank B Invine seek Register of Deeds. Cons Coventry enters for County Superintendent. J G Parris runs for re election as County Treasurer. Notices dated Aug 1902 from Linton and Dale.ND.
A series of notices from Emmons county announce candidates for county offices including County Auditor G A Hero seeking re election. Judge Jas A Corbin announces candidacy subject to Republican convention. Register of Deeds candidate P B Schweitzer also seeks another term.
A candidate for Palinty Judge seeks party support as the Republican county convention proceeds with nominations. The notice dated Sept. 2, 1902 lists L. Bales as filing entries and indicates formal action pending at the county level.
A group of mares and foals strayed last fall near Hampton North Dakota. Brands noted include left shoulder marks like C and J with variations, M C and H B on left hip, L X on left shoulder, and others. Distinct descriptions cover color, facial markings, and injuries from wire cuts. A reward is offered for information leading to recovery.
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