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Newspaper
Oakes Weekly Republican
Location
Oakes, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1895
Page
2
The Republican prints praise for state exchanges and the newspaper boys of North Dakota. It notes many voluntary commendations from across the state and even from opposing papers, expressing appreciation for well conducted exchanges and the up-building of the state.
A western mine owners and moneyed allies pool up to 60 million in silver bullion with about 10 million of their own, borrowing the rest in New York London and San Francisco. They store bullion to boost prices aiming to force government coinage policy for a potential 50 to 75 million gain, directing the campaign from the Plaza Hotel in New York.
A lengthy editorial mocks reformers and agitators who push money policy debates, arguing that public welfare should trump private interests. It cites Senator Cullom, attacks demagogues, and warns against chasing moonshine policies while urging citizens to back policies benefiting the nation.
The Oakes reference ARGO Forum session featuring Av Usui and dependent Axsimes, quoted material draws attention to forum debate and community response. The fragment notes key speakers and the event setting, signaling ongoing discussions and engagement.
RS Tousley reports Western Womanhood has completed its first year and begins a new phase with renewed energy and steady excellence. The little magazine lives up to its name and deserves homes in the West. It offered one year for 85 days sent to Towerity before July 1.
A vintage advertisement offers a hundred dollar reward for any catarrh cure failing with Hall's Catarrh Cure. It features endorsements from J J Cheney and Toledo wholesalers West Truax Walding Kinnan Marvin, asserting Cheney, trustworthy and financially able. Wall's Catarrh Cure is described as internally taken to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials are free.
W W Leers of Ellendale transacted business at the east end last week. Mrs S H Lord and Steve Duntor were Oakes visitors Friday. Many from the area attended the Gualpi picnic last Saturday. Mrs J C Moore closes a term of reloal in Adamson district this week. Jack Lily is in town after working at Gumph for a month or two. Road work plans include gravel for Male Street. Mrs J M Folson visited Heels recently, guest of Mrs Joseph Burtlett. Arthur Parkins ended a 2000 mile trip seeking work. Two horses belonging to Charles Clark were damaged by barbed wire fences.
Mrs Charles Clark entertained friends last Thursday while her daughter visited from Minnesota. The school elected G M Baker director replacing John VanHorn. Funeral for Mrs Jacob Fonger in Ludden cemetery follows a brief diphtheria illness. A Lawn Fete at Allen's Grove near Ludden is set for June 22 with a program, refreshment stands, and a Duke Heckt clubs exhibition.
Mrs Jut Bush of Straubville visits Fargothie while John Phimister spent last Sunday near Kidder. The Straubville W T U elects a final slate next Saturday. Grom spoke at the school house Monday evening. School election Tuesday passed quietly. C W Foust chosen director, J W Straub improving with Dr Patterson. Public temperance meeting to be held at the school house next Sunday morning with Mrs J Blair to attend.
In Fullerton and surrounding areas residents report varied events from grain loading plans by the Soo Line to postponed Children’s Day and schoolyard banking moves. Local gossip mentions Porter House Allen’s visit, Fargo musings, Tom Hailey’s Ellendale trip, and Archies courting misadventures. Community remarks include seeding progress, Fourth of July prep, and temperance lecturer Taylor’s modest reception.
The note lauds a resident who tends roads and fences in school lands, praising his economy and neighborly conduct. A milk white horse from Clement, driven by a local youth, caused a brief scene before neighbors intervened. A local farmer near Lera is criticized for road work and punctuated remarks, with talk of county action if needed. Rail travel promotion follows.
An excerpt discusses the word economy, contrasting popular misuse with origin. It traces definitions from managing domestic affairs to sparing expenses, clarifying distinctions among parsimonious penurious and stingy. It highlights prudent spending for value, citing buying quality at fair price over cheap goods.
An advertisement claims tobacco can be cured by using Baco-Curo a vegetable remedy. It promises to permanently end tobacco craving without willpower, guarantees a cure with three boxes or offers a refund with interest, and lists price and mailing options from Euroko Chemical Manufacturing Co in Linco rrosse Wisconsin.
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