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Newspaper
Golden Valley Chronicle
Location
Beach, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1916
Page
5
The piece describes sheep as a misled creature with a constant head cold and a perpetual need to wipe its nose. It notes the sheep alone can wear all wool clothing year round and praises its talent for getting lost in snowstorms, inspiring numerous painters to depict sheep at work in snow.
T N Roble declares candidacy for nomination as county treasurer on the Republican ticket for the June 28 primary. He asks voters for their support and signs sincerely.
Bert Palmer announces candidacy for sheriff of Golden Valley County subject to Republican primary voters in June. If nominated and elected he pledges to perform the duties of the office to the best of his ability.
Geo F McCloskey of Sentinel Butte North Dakota announces Republican bid for Sheriff of Golden Valley county. He states the nomination depends on the June 28 1916 primary and commits to personal attention to the office if he is nominated and elected.
Mr. McDonald, a North Dakota product, has led the state Educational Association and now serves as president of the National Association of State Inspectors and Superintendents of Rural and Consolidated Schools. He is the only North Dakotan to hold a national education post and is endorsed by the Non Partisan League.
The voters of Golden Valley County are urged to consider Litt C. I. Crone as a Republican candidate for County Treasurer in the June 28 1916 primary. Crone notes six years residence in the county and five years as a bank official and assistant cashier, pledging efficient economical administration if nominated and elected.
A candidate announces for the Republican primary on June 28 1916 in the 39th Legislative District covering Bowman Billings Golden Valley and Slope counties. The speaker pitches a farmer friendly record and local state interest.
J. D. Halstead runs in Golden Valley County as a Republican for sheriff subject to June 2016 primaries. E. E. Noble also seeks the Republican nomination for county treasurer and asks voters for support.
Tom L Smith seeks Republican nomination for county judge at the June primary. He asks for support and assistance, expressing appreciation in advance.
A candidate for representative in the 39th district, comprising Slope, Golden Valley, Billings and Bowman counties, seeks Republican primary support on June 28 1916. He notes seven years on a homestead near Amidon and extensive study of local needs, pledging beneficial legislation for the region.
A political notice announces S. A. Smith seeking re election as sheriff at the June 28 primary and promises an economic, fair administration. It also includes J. W. Page urging support for re election as Register of Deeds in Golden Valley County North Dakota for the June 28 primaries in 1916.
Obert A. Olson of Bowman North Dakota announces his candidacy for Representative from the 39th Legislative District which covers Slope Golden Valley Billings and Bowman Counties. He cites grain and stock farming experience and leadership in cooperative societies and the Bowman Equity Society, pledging to push pro farmer measures if nominated and elected.
A Golden Valley County settler announces his candidacy for State Senator from the 39th district comprising Slope Golden Valley Billings and Bowman Counties. He notes his ten years on a homestead and accepts the Nonpartisan League endorsement. He pledges to support farmer measures in North Dakota.
Martin A. Egan announces candidacy for School Treasurer of Beach School District No. 3. Election date June 6. Seeks voters' support.
Mandan North Dakota May 24 stepping back about six feet from William Osterman the man he had tried to collect ten dollars Fred Winters alleged bad man fired one shot at him from a .32 caliber revolver Osterman died instantly the bullet struck him above the heart The shooting occurred near Hebron at Jack Crowley ranch Crowley and Pat Costello saw the murder Winters covered them with a revolver but Crowley rushed inside took a Winchester rifle and held Winters until he surrendered Winters described as wearing a high hat wool chaps and dangling spurs and for a year had been gambling along the Mandan Killdeer branch line Osterman 23 a single homesteader came west from Hancock Minnesota The body to be shipped there Winters is held on first degree murder charges.
Winnipeg May 24 provision for families of American soldiers with the Canadian expeditionary force was endorsed by a patriotic fund conference today. Herbert Ames, chairman, noted about 6000 men in the Canadian expeditionary forces came from the United States and more aid would be needed for their families. Among the prominent Winnipeg men reported killed at the front is Captain Frank E Gane, professor in the classics department at Manitoba College.
Sunday school begins at 10:00 A M at Carlyle Opera House with preaching at 11:00 A M Preston Church offers Sunday School at 2:00 P M and preaching at 3:00 P M Ollie Opera House hosts preaching at 7:30 P M under Pastor Rankin Iva F Rankin.
Congregational Sabbath services announced with morning worship at 11:00 a m and evening service. Midweek Bible study and prayer meet Wednesdays at 8 o'clock. Pastor George N Keniston invites all to worship if not led elsewhere.
The trial of C. Cole for forgery in Bushell's court concluded with remand to the District Court after the defense failed to produce the purported payee. The forged check, drawn on Farmers and Merchants Bank of Beach for 40, was used at E. E. Peterson store to pay for goods. Prosecutor S. J. Leahy led the case, defense was B. S. Thrasher.
An old county agricultural ad promotes Kill-Em-Quick gopher poison at one cent per acre, praising its sweet taste and odor that attract gophers to eat it. The product is claimed to be safe, with a refund if it fails, available in Beach by Louis Harth. Also noted are artifacts found by John Thelin near Devils Lake dating to redman crafts.
Readers urged to secure seats early for The Ne'er Do Well after many missed chances for Damaged Goods. Local theater listings note high demand and limited seating.
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