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Newspaper
Grand Forks Herald
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1918
Page
5
Fragmented OCR text mentions Rand Forks North Dakota and local notices about former addresses and month terms. The Associated Press copyright notice appears, indicating republication rights and local dispatches. The readable portion lacks cohesive events or names to form a full news item.
The report claims Townley decried Minnesota’s election as fraudulent after Lindbergh’s defeat, alleging dishonest officials and a manipulated tally. It notes Burnquist’s large victory less susceptible to such charges and suggests Townley may persist in claiming a stolen outcome.
Reports from the university commencement highlight two keynote themes. Dr Kane denies political control of the institution during his presidency, while Dr McLean of the University of Manitoba recalls prewar calm and wartime disruption. He notes students now go to school with gas masks yet continue their studies.
The text describes a hard fought war battle ending in German defeat and praises General Foch for his leadership. It notes the attacking party’s failure to achieve objectives, massive but wasteful casualties, and the need to prevent further reckless actions while continuing careful defense.
A rough line from the New York Times reflects on a failure in the war and praises Foh for actions taken, noting the cost and impact while leaving the exact numbers and details unclear.
The Minnesota election returns show Governor Burnquist renominated and Lindbergh rejected after a vigorous campaign. The piece credits loyal patriotism and orderly government, denounces Townley’s agitation, and notes strong support for Senator Nelson despite doubts from the gubernatorial race. It highlights a mandate for democracy, national unity, and war effort alignment.
A historical column argues North Dakota faces a pivotal primary to decide whether to reject a Townley era political machine. It contrasts Minnesota’s experience observing that model, noting concerns over seditious conduct, dictatorial authority, and state funds misused. The piece predicts North Dakota’s decision next Wednesday as a test of reform.
Fragmentary OCR text references a Lutheran church head and a father, mentions reformed glaments, and an imperial shareholding tied to a 1307 date and an international conference. The garbled lines leave key names, places, and events unreadable.
A historical proclamation defends the Ministerium of Pennsylvania as an early American church. It emphasizes its loyal role in founding the nation, its patriots at revolutionary battles, and its commitment to United States government, liberty, and Protestant values during wartime. It pledges renewed support and allegiance to American ideals and institutions.
A fragmented listing shows names connected to a loyalty ticket including attorney general candidates and several legislative hopefuls. Readable items name Adolph and Sonason along with district mentions, reflecting a political slate.
The article notes women of the district organization purchasing loans totaling two million dollars. It mentions about 1,580 subscribers and references county affiliations and a fourth district division, indicating broadened credit access and support for local borrowers.
The morning dispatch from Washington lists 144 casualties with statuses: killed in action, died of wounds, died in accident, wounded severely, wounded slightly, missing in action, and prisoners. Notable names include Edw. W. Power, Thane V. Coltra, and Gordon Kammerlin among others, with units and hometowns across New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and beyond. The report catalogs soldiers from Corporals to Privates, noting airplane and combat incidents and identifying several individuals by rank, unit, and city.
Washin June 18 report lists 130 names and 40 deaths or wounds from a June 16 action. Included are Sergeant Ja A. Petterson and Privates Frank Aianege Bert G. Taylor and many others from multiple states. The page notes actions received in acton and casualties by rank, with several thus identified as killed in action or wounded.
The report lists congressional candidate G Vick slated to speak in Mayville on Thursday afternoon about enforcement finance, while Willow City schools head Harry B Polk is to report for duty end of the month. County draft inputs outline service details for Camp Dodge on June 24 and local office reopenings in Minotot after June.
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