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Newspaper
Fargo Forum And Daily Republican
Location
Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1908
Page
2
Louie Hetop denounces The News for libel over Fargo pavement contracts. He defends creosote sidewalks, cites bid prices from Fargo and Aberdeen, notes a single bid on North Broadway, and asserts his long Fargo business record. He claims no improper ties and invites factual review of contracts and prices.
A fresh group of students entered Dakota Business College this morning. Prospective pupils may visit the campus to explore Practical courses in bookkeeping shorthand or telegraphy guided by experienced instructors.
The St Paul Dispatch highlights Henry C Hansbrough of North Dakota as a longtime congressman and former printer. The piece notes he is among the oldest members, a founder of North Dakota statehood and author of irrigation, army anti canteen, and liquor exclusion laws, while remaining widely popular in both houses.
Grand Forks North Dakota December 7 sleet storm damaged Tri County Telephone lines near Niagara delaying repairs due to lineman shortage. Company reports property damage over 1000 dollars and reflects widespread impacts of the weather.
A clipped narrative describes the American fleet landing in Fargo amid public interest and friendly welcomes abroad. It highlights reception in Australia and Sydney with Admiral Perry and Berry, governors, bands, and a grand parade as American ships enter bay and officers are escorted by local troops.
A new trust company formed in Fargo Sunday afternoon with a capital stock of 190000, mostly subscribed in under an hour by local businessmen. Principal stockholders include Max Stern, Alex Stern, and James Kennedy, with stock held entirely by North Dakota residents. The organization plans to open soon once fixtures arrive, with ownership and directors to be decided at a stockholders meeting.
The North Dakota Methodist is a new Jamestown based monthly edited by Rev. J. G. Morrison and business manager Rev. J. W. Ogden. It aims to serve Methodism across the state Fargo district, sharing district news, superintendent updates, and plans to promote revival work and the veteran’s fund. It also features notes on the Sunday school movement and camp meetings to advance religious activities. SAY GIRLS Tell your sweetheart you would bke nothing better than nice canary bird from Hew Hart's, He will have to pay me from $8 to $10 for a bird, but if he has the real love for you that he eays he hag he will not heale tate a moment to present you a bird for Xmas.
The United States announces examinations in North Dakota on January 13 to fill mail clerk positions in all state post offices where city letter carriers work. Similar exams occur in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Montana, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Washington, Wyoming. Additional tests on January 6-7 1909 target draftsman and land related clerks with salaries from 100 to 1600 annually, with further posts in the interior and lighthouse boards. Examinations also anticipated for marine engine draftsmen and inspector roles. All Fargo locations for exams with contact details for more information.
Otto Gross and James Hedges buy the Magic City Democrat from Minot partners and will operate the newspaper in the future. Gross has served as job man at The Optic while Hedges managed the composing room's ad alley, signaling a leadership shift in Minot N D.
Prof H T Botley of the Agricultural College reports rapid progress in spraying machines. He notes farmers will gain more practical devices than last year, with models from North Seer College influencing designs. New pumps deliver 140 to 300 pounds pressure and improved spray systems suited for heavy field work.
On Tuesday evening December 8 at 8 30 pm in Stone's Music Hall Mme Frieda Langendorff, a renowned prima donna mezzo soprano, will perform as the third artist in the Fargo College Conservatory recital series. The programme includes arias from Le Prophete, Tannhauser, Samson and Delilah, and selections by Rubinstein and Beethoven, highlighting a varied vocal show.
Two more young men entered the Dakota Business College school of telegraphy and railroading this morning. The department is popular and filling rapidly. Prof. Nusbaum is a master in teaching telegraphy and has no superior.
City officials gather for a regular monthly council session tonight likely to run late. Special items include proposed changes to two ordinances: speed limits for automobiles and fines for houses of ill fame, with other routine and urgent business slated.
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