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Newspaper
Fargo Forum And Daily Republican
Location
Fargo, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1908
Page
3
A garbled promotional note mentions a cough remedy sold in assorted quantities at Blan. It references a line from a company likely titled Liew Pint Company and Cincinnati, with uncertain details about price or guarantee.
Mrs. R. B. Petit of International Avenue reported last evening at 3 o clock that three rings valued about 100 dollars were stolen. One ring had a diamond setting, another emerald, the third a plain band. Three men, about 22, weighing 135 pounds, visited a second floor room to rent, promised to return, but did not. All were dark complexions, two wore coats black and brown, one had curly hair. The trio seemed unfamiliar. the woman suspected strangers in the city. Also notes an Arts and Crafts sale set for December 1 on Broadway Plano Building room 5.
In Cass County North Dakota a citation and hearing are set for December 9 1908 in Fargo court to review the final account of William J Clapp as administrator with will annexed for the Bridget Quann estate. Respondents Nelile Anglim Annie Harrington Mary Shaffer Katherine Quann Margaret Dudeaux and Harold Tobin must appear and may file written exceptions.
Cleveland pair eloped to Butte Montana and were brought back to Jamestown. Charles Reiff, facing criminal assault charges over an alleged underage bride, posted a 5 000 bond and will appear before Justice Bigelow. The case ties to Elk fraternal circles and a postponed Elks wedding plan in Butte.
Edgeley Muir reports a blizzard near Gackle trapped a driver and a teacher in a sleigh. With feet and hands frozen, they sheltered in a straw stack until dawn, then walked to a nearby house for aid. Both are under doctor care in serious condition after a miraculous survival in severe storm.
Francis H. Dillon the complaining witness in a blind pigging case against three Kenmare men is accused by Atwell, one of the alleged piggers, of perjury. Atwell says Dillon never bought beer at the place and a complaint charging Dillon with perjury was dismissed after State's Attorney McGee declined to authorize a warrant.
Alfred Blaisdell issues charters for Linnelly Nanson Mercantile Co of Ray and Golden Valley Telephone Co of Beach plus several churches and small concerns across North Dakota including Purgo Park River Doc Purgo Purgo, Driscoll Creamery Co and Rand Bros Shoe Co Grand Forks as well as St Pauls Norwegian Evangelical Congregation Dogden and other congregations in Den Altin Granville Bowbells Havana Buford and Oakes with changes from Turtle Lake to Oakes ND
In Kimball North Dakota on December 7 a trio tied by blood and ceremony joined in marriage within seven days. Former Senator John Wilken wed Erma Stevenson at Chamberlain, followed by his daughter Mixes Lena Wilkes marrying Guy Frick from the same city. The sequence inspired Wilkes to travel to White Lake and bring home Lucy Vice as his wife.
Local residents discuss relocating the state fair between Grand Forks and Fargo. Both towns are praised, but critics argue that moving the fair undermines a stable state fair association and prefer settling the institution in one city.
Knute Thompson, employed as a driver for Hone Tea Company, is charged with embezzling about 200 dollars from customers. He was arraigned before Judge P. McLaughlin and held on five hundred dollars bond awaiting preliminary hearing. Thompson admitted spending money for making change and was found drunk at a Minnesota saloon when arrested. Previously, he faced a similar accusation over a cloak purchase later ruled in his favor by the jury.
Arthur Dittmer aged 25 died at the farm home near Goshen church yesterday morning from quick consumption. He was injured in a 1910 football game at the agricultural college, and later sought diagnosis in Rochester, Minnesota. Funeral will be Sunday afternoon at his parents’ home.
Fragmentary text suggests a historical report with place names Bismarck and Sephee Geht. The readable portion hints at a reopening and an event time or date, but many words are garbled. No clear actions, people, or outcomes are recoverable.
Reports indicate a light snow between Underwood and Minot, but no major delays are expected. The rotary will be brought to the city today and based on a double crew of six men will establish headquarters hereafter.
Drayton resident A. McCrea was in Grand Forks to discuss his possible candidacy for speaker of the North Dakota House. A former representative-elect, he served in the 1903 and 1905 sessions and is described as a popular member with a notable following for the speakership.
Jamestown North Dakota December 7 local lodge of Elis observed the annual memorial service at the lodge hall. Attorney Geo A Bangs of Grand Forks delivered a nearly 20 minute address. A large civic turnout witnessed a program including opening ceremonies prayer memorial address and closing ceremonies by the trio Ave Maria and others.
From Bismarck North Dakota a correspondent reports that Johnson is expected to win on the first ballot as Republicans align behind him. Anderson, a Johnson backer, doubts need for a rally while supporting Wolbert as speaker choice.
North Dakota news includes reflections on political endorsements in the northern state and Red River valley, details on legislative anticipation from Bramarck librarians, and chatter about incoming lawmakers. Social items note a Detroit wedding party for Alza Barrett and Dr. Charles Lewis Chambers, with plans to reside in Bismarck after February.
Graves received a verdict for 480 dollars against H. Sleeper of Mohali in a land commission dispute. Graves had sued for 2800 dollars alleging Sleeper made several land sales while Graves was invested in the Mouse River Land and Logo Co. with Sleeper.
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