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Newspaper

Oakes Weekly Republican

Location

Oakes, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1894

Page

3

Prohibitionists hold steady while critics doubt promise

In a northern state scene the writer attacks Fait of Menango for promising county votes from the populist convention. He praises true prohibitionists in the Republican fold, notes the era of prohibition is enduring, and cautions against windward doctrines while urging loyalty to honest government.

Menango Republican Party Debs Falls Fair Dickey County North Dakota H.J. Mallory

Pants stolen from Old Jones of Ellendale in Bismarck caper

A pair of specially made pants for Old Jones were stolen by a group from Oakes during the convention day. Jones, briefly clad, was robbed as he tried to button up. Ellendale friends supplied pantelets and he recovered dignity. W Oakes of North Dakota seeks more details.

Old Jones Ellendale Bismarck Oakes Brainard Bucklin W. Oakes N. D

New Flour Mill Rising in Oakes by J H Rapp

J H Rapp advances a substantial mill project in Oakes with the ground secured. Foundations laid and materials moved for a one hundred foot site along the C N W Ry to Second Street, plus an adjoining elevator for wheat storage. The venture proceeds independently, with strong capital and community backing expected to ensure early success.

Oakes Second Street Rapp

Prohibitionists to Convene in Fargo July 31

Prohibition State Mass Convention set for Fargo Court House on July 31 at 10 am. Backers urge rally of about 3000 votes in the upcoming election and demand nominees with proven records who will uphold and enforce the prohibition statute law. Leader M. H. Kill calls citizens to vote for lawfulness and against those aiding law breakers.

Fargo Court House M. H. Kill N P. S.C. Com

Oakes Celebrates July With Praises From Yorktown Col

Col Roff of Yorktown sends a Fargo Forum letter lauding Oakes for its rapid growth. He praises land choices by the James River, the city’s solid development, business houses and neat homes, and the town’s ability to attract settlers and create a thriving home market.

Col. Roff Yorktown Fargo Forum Oakes James River James River Valley

Oakes Republicans Elect Delegates to County Convention

Republicans in Oakes held a caucus to select delegates for the county convention in Ellendale. Attendees describe the slate as tax paying and conservative, aimed at backing a farmers and business community ticket. Delegates: 1st ward Chr Gorder W Howland J M Given. 2nd ward M N Chamberlin J M Reynolds Erdward John Scott Major Baldwin T F Marshall. Norway H S Nichols J G Reeves. Ro Verdale Alva Brown Will Hutsinpiller. Bear Creek M J Anderson Wm Mills.

Oakes Ellendale Dickey County Gorder W. B. Howland J. M. Given M. N Chamberlin J. M. Reynolds Erdward John Scott Major Baldwin T. F. Marshall H. S. Nichols J. G. Reeves Norway Alva Brown Will Hutsinpiller Riverdale M. J. Anderson Wm. Mills Bear Creek

Estray calves reported in North Dakota notice

Came to my premises June 28 one norse calf about 2 years old with a white facial spot and a bit of white on a hind foot. A P Robinson Ludden North Dakota. Also one brindle calf about four months old with rope on when taken up. Owner may get by proving property and paying expenses to Swanson section 28 131 61.

A. P. Robinson, Ludden, N. D Penses Ana Swanson James McDonald Grafton City Plankinton Reform School McDonald Masonic Fraternity North Dakota Wenzel Heller Ludden Murray Chicago

Local notes and market briefs in Ludden area

A collage of town news items from Ludden North Dakota includes merchants advertising goods and prices such as 25 lbs dried grapes for $1, 3 lbs dried apples for 25 cents, and 40 cent tea now 35 cents per pound. Local visits, farm updates, and injuries appear alongside travel plans and community notices.

Pigs Seized on Verner Premises

Taken up. Two black and white pigs about six months old were taken up on my premises. Owner can have same by proving property and paying expenses. C. A. Hample, Verner.

C. A. Hample Verner

Facts Worth Knowing and Local Market Notes

No to bas suaranteuc cure for tobacco habit in any form. Tomatoes corn string beans and peas 10c per can at Howland & Goodrich's. Pimples Boils and other humors of the blood may break out in warm weather prevent it by Hoods Sursuprilla. Rock salt at Koerner's market. California canned goods 2 cents per can including peaches and pears Howland & Goodrich.

Oakes Howland & Goodrich’s Koerner's Market California Howland & Good Rich

Bankers Loan and Investment Co seeks managers nationwide

Real estate and life insurance loans offered with long term terms and reasonable interest. Prompt collection service across the United States and Canada. Local and county managers wanted. Also a railway note: Wisconsin Central Lines run two fast daily trains linking St Paul Minneapolis Chicago Milwaukee and Wisconsin points with connections east or south. Information via ticket agent or Jas C Pond Milwaukee.

United States Canada Bankers Loan and Investment Co Milwaukee Wis Wisconsin Central Lines St. Paul Minneapolis Chicago Wisconsin Canadian Jas. C. Pond Gen. Pas

Haller's Corn Cure Promises Fast Relief and Value

Advertises Haller's Corn Cure offering instant relief from corns with easy application. Claims one bottle provides enough to kill forty or more corns, priced at 25 cents for ten dollars worth of comfort. Guarantees money back if not beneficial through dealer 8. L. Harris.

Haller 8. L. Harris

Stray Gray Mare Reported Missing at Fort Ransom

A gray mare about 1000 pounds and six years old is reported missing from Fort Ransom last Sunday night June 24. The horse bears a heart branding on the left stifle. Notify Wright North Dakota or W H Watts with any information.

Fort Ransom Wright, N. D H. Watts

Haller's Barb Wire Liniment Praised by Nebraska Stockman

Mr Ned Hindley of Washington county Nebraska reports it as the best liniment on the market after witnessing severe wire cuts in horses he claims were cured in three weeks. He recommends it to farmers and stockraisers and notes it is sold and guaranteed by L Harris.

Ned Hindley Washington County Neb L. Harris

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J.H Rapp H. & G. RF. Murray L. Devendorf Howland & Goodrich Harris’ Drug Store James Scott South Dakota Prof. Hood Grandin Nichols Bros Chester Gus Sipples James McManus Fargo C. S. Brown Grand Forks Great Northern A. A. Woodward Tompson, N. C Erick Holm W. B. McCarthy Chas. Newell and Hamilton Ontario Scott B. H. Durham LaMoure Nichols Jennie Soo Waukon Town Lovell Plaindealer Ransom County Lisbon R. M. Given Capt. Davis Mr. Given Col Thomas Nicholson Nicholson Nicollett Avenue 4Th Street Bittman’s Messrs Dougherty & McRoberts of Hecla Crawford Will Crawford C.G. Howard Soq Harry Bretton Union Deputy R. F. Murray St. Mary’s Hospital Northern Pacific Section Edward Bly A. P. Slocum E. J. Rarapaugh Mrs. Chas Stevens Mrs. Stevens Mr. Stevens H. Brooks Doctor Eaton Western Recorder Reval Hans. P. Lowe Star Restaurant A. Bunber City Restaurant W.H. Marsh Berg Oakes, N. D
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