State Baptists Rally For Youth Work In North Dakota
The Dakota Baptists announce a statewide Young People meeting in Fargo on Friday and Saturday. Leaders Bev ry Geo Webb and other dignitaries plan a vigorous program to mobilize church youth across the state for stronger work and greater cooperation. Local units hold a campaign meeting at Mrs. Babcock’s home to organize support ahead of the September event.
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Dakota Baptists
Farge 5
Promios
Bevry
Geo. T. Webb
Chi
Calon
America
Babcock
Jon
The
Young Salon
North Dakota
North Dakota Lignite Leads Coal Supply Discussed
The United States Geological Survey notes North Dakota produced 247 760 short tons of coal in 1907 valued at 560 199 up from 42 071 tons and 12 76 per cent in 1906. Mines employed 662 men for 22 ½ days with average output 619 tons per man. lignite beds span 35 009 square miles with 31 249 miles containing workable beds. output lags Pennsylvanian and West Virginia coals but holds future for power and gas producer uses.
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North Dakota
Geological Survey
E. W. Paker
United States
State Geological Survey
M. R. Campbell
United States Geological Survey
Union
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Great Lakes
Vrania
North Dakota labor boom eyed for 20000 jobs this fall
A Fargo contractor predicts work for 20000 men in North Dakota and surrounding states this fall. He cites Jamie Keshedy and Lavine as top employers with hundreds of workers in Fargo Cass County and beyond, saying rail projects will drive demand and ease farmer hardship. The Labor Commission report is highlighted as supporting public welfare.
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Uons
Taborers
North Dakota
Jamie
Keshedy
Fargo
South Dakota
Minnesota
Ps. Lavine
Cass County
Forced to Bleach Flour Faces Miller Opposition
Reported remarks show millers in several states opposing forced oxidation of flour while claiming it harms trade and consumer health. Advocates argue bleaching makes flour whiter, with disputes over safety and nutritional value.
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Sevanet
Mission Lake Survey Spot Noted by Experts
Experts inspect Devils Lake area with Dr. Young of the North Dakota team and Brannon noting a suitable site near Devils Lake for a fresh water survey station. They identify Mission Lake as a favorable location for the project due to its water quality and accessibility.
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Devils Lake
Dr. Young
North Dakota
Missions Lake
Brannon
Democrats Challenge 30 Percent Nomination Rule in North Dakota
Attorneys Meyers De Puy and Casey travel to Grand Forks to test a 30 percent vote requirement for nominating Democrats at the primary. They seek to cite County Auditor Anderson to show cause why those who failed should not be on the ballot. The case aims for district court ruling then appeal to the state supreme court. Democrats argue the percentage is unconstitutional as too high.
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al- Neg
Jeff Meyers
H.C. de Puy
T. D. Casey
Grand Forks
Templeton
Anderson
Fire saves five lives in Fargo street rescue
Fargo firemen describe how Driver Neal Gaberil hurled the hook and ladder into a trolley pole to reach a woman and four children stranded on a corner near Northern Pacific avenue and Fourth street. The wagon clipped the pole, the rig toppled, but Gaberil swung to safety and escaped injury.
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Fargo
Neal Gaberil
Fargo Fire Department
Northern Pacific Avenue
Fourth Street
Gaberl
PASS ON COUNTY RETURNS North Dakota equalizers accept most figures
County boards of equalization returns accepted by the state box of equalization with few changes. Total land assessed value shows a notable rise from last year due to increased acreage on tax roles from homestead lands proved upon and state school lands sold.
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North Dakota
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Tornado Hits Mandan Causing Major Damage and Losses
A Mandan tornado last week caused about 50 000 in damage across the city. Widespread destruction included three story brick hotels losing roofs, trees uprooted, windows shattered, and a baby briefly hurled from a carriage. Fort Lincoln saw extensive damage to Company H quarters with verandas and roof sections blown away. The storm extended into South Dakota and damaged crops in the region. hail drifted up to two feet in places.
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Mandan
Interscenn
Demars
deDhoneys
Nadie Eaboone
Fort Lincoln
Company H
South Dakota
Thanto
Dickey
Logan
Mehitash
Toma Wilt
Thix
Fire destroys Mohall hotel in devastating blaze
A major fire swept through a Mohall hotel, severely damaging a second floor room above the kitchen. Firefighters battled the blaze as most guests fled or saved little. losses include extensive boarders possessions and a damaged building, with estimates around ten dollars in claims.
Civic league to hire spotters over alcohol law violators
The Civic League of Minot plans to hire spotters to monitor drug stores for violations of legal requirements on liquor sales. The league, formed last April, raised funds to employ workers who will target stores and report suspected infractions. The effort follows a period of political activity and scrutiny of municipal affairs after Mayor Clark’s term and changes in gambling enforcement.
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Civic League of
Minot
Clark
Clyle Teague
Clare
Jeanie Haw
Cityo Metals
Clvic League
Irrigation Projects Advance Across North Dakota
North Dakota irrigation nears completion with Williston and Bowman county works finished or near done. Engineer Atkinson notes about 1,000,000 acres could be irrigated with adequate water, easing drought risk and boosting western county prosperity as flood control and drainage through Mouse River drains proceed.
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North Dakota
T. Fl Atkingon
Waadburn County
Bowman County
Stote
Bismarck
Mouse River
Boy 13 Now Murderer After Fatal Horse Fight
A 13 year old boy killed his father during a dispute over a horse's death. The elder man locked the shed door and the boy forced entry, fired through a window with a double barrel shotgun, wounding the father in the leg who later died in Minot. The boy is held on murder charges.
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William Rorasewic
Rusalan Hying
Med
Murnter
Eureka township to receive telephone extension soon
The Minet Telephone company plans an extension four miles north of Eureka township south line. After talks with committees Nels Selfors John Lee Helmer Lee Prof J Watson and C B Wolverton construction will start within thirty days.
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Minet Telephone Company
Eureka Township
L M. Davis
The
Telephone Company
Mesars
Nels Selfors
John Lee
Helmer Lee
Prof
J. Watson
C. B. Wolverton
Une
Decision Upholds City Tax Plan in Ward County Case
Judge Gown of the district court rules that the city’s withdrawal of Harrison township from Minot remains illegal. The decision states the city will pay township taxes on properties, including a $100,000 parcel, while Minot loses tax revenue. City plans to appeal.
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Mint Bosiiens
Harrison Township
Gown
Distriet Court
Minot
Lk Dechwinn
Gas Discovery Reported Near Mohail Farm
A new natural gas find is reported near Mohail with experts noting gas under a bore in the area. At L. P Stromewold’s farm an artesian well shows gas at 200 feet with a flame at the pipe top when lit and a preliminary measured pressure.
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Mohail
Bole
L. P Stromewold
Fragmented North Dakota OCR Chronicle Notes and Weather
Readable fragments describe North Dakota county concerns including water, farms, and infrastructure. Mentions Minot Williston LaMoure and Ward counties, river and weather impacts, elevating plans, and farm policy debates. References to hospital water supply and county division issues appear amid scattered place names and dates.
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Ricaunt Seloetter
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Whitasis County
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Biren
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Eluthine Onnne
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Leor
Cana
Mares
Yhat County
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Banat
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