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Newspaper
Grand Forks Herald
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1920
Page
5
Grand Forks Herald argues private groups and governments alike burden public bodies with mounting tasks. It contends that efficiency should improve first in existing duties before adding new ones, criticizing ongoing overloads and calls for reforms to reduce waste and mismanagement.
Judge Robinson denounces three bills passed by the last Legislature, charging they empower governor control and foster political graft. He opposes the sheriff law and the extension of the absentee voting rule, arguing they benefit the current administration and harm others. He frames the laws as mischievous and stirs league members to reconsider hidden motives.
Townley refuses repeated challenges to face Langer on stage, prefers sole meetings with Winnelt, and accuses Langer of corrupt motives. He argues Langer refuses to take orders, calling it a capital offense, while Townley doubts any joint appearance will occur. Townley calls out alleged corruption and treason against those acting independently.
Franklin D Roosevelt, as acting secretary of the navy, writes a public letter urging major reforms in government administration. He claims present methods are cumbersome and wasteful and notes resistance in supporting reforms. The letter reflects partisan tensions and advocacy from within the administration.
Minnesota voters faced a tight primary as Townley aligned factions and the Nonpar tisan League challenge Shipstead. Early returns suggested Shipstead would likely secure the nomination, though results were incomplete. The opposition’s scattered support and internal divisions risked diluting a united anti League vote. The outcome hinged on consolidating independents, with only partial counts available as press time.
A reflective verse by a golfer admitting imperfect skill and stray shots. The speaker stresses humility, denies theatrics after lucky breaks, and praises friends who help, while acknowledging faults and occasional fortunate outcomes.
In a rugged river cabin setting a girl, her mysterious guardian, and the feared Red Mask entwine amid a plot of hidden fortune. The Pearl Hunter debates fate and inheritance as a letter reveals a wealthy heiress link, while danger and a looming fortune drive tense actions and loyalties.
The text records a fractured dialogue attributed to Guy Oymer praising labor figures while lampooning the wealthy on Fifth Avenue. It references Tommy Jones, a disrupted scene of mischief, and unnamed locals debating class and propriety, with quirky exchanges about tomatose, kitchen work, and idle chitchat.
Augusta Maine June 21 Frederick A Parkhurst led the Republican gubernatorial race with early returns from the Maine primary. John Pite trailed and Governor Carl Miliken sought re election in third place Louis A Jack lagged. In the first district Republican congressional results favored Joseph W Binin with Carrol L Beedy and Horace Mitchell behind. Democratic side had no contests for governor or congress. Incumbents Wallace H White Jr in district 2 John A Peters in district 3 and Frank G Hersey in district 4 were renominated without opposition.
Police say a highly organized thieves syndicate operated with traveling salesmen across central Kentucky. A carload of sugar and fresh ears were stolen in a night near the Southern Railway yard during a miltenmen strike. A car merchant faces charges of receiving stolen property as arrests count thirty suspects. The alleged value reaches about 125000 dollars. Three suspects have been charged.
The Hague June 21 The former German empress is in very serious condition and the former crown prince Frederick Wilhelm has been summoned to her bedside As rdham June 11 The former German crown prince with Wieringen officials accompanies by sightseers moved toward Doorn leading to notes of concern Picketers Set for Democratic Convention in San Francisco June 21 Women will carry banners urging action on trade relations reform as announced by Miss Lucy Branham of Baltimore upon her arrival
The essay discusses a mythic red flower causing Denmark's formation through ancient geological upheaval. It warns of social strife in Norway and across Europe, citing unions, strikes, and calls for socialization, and notes emigration trends to the United States amid unrest.
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