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Newspaper
The Bottineau Courant
Location
Bottineau, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1906
Page
1
Special correspondent reports primary ballot arrangement in Hastings Minnesota. Names of delegates appear in alphabetical order and straight Republican delegates are marked with an X. Local notes mention visitors and residents including Mrs J Comstock and Phil Halls with various travels and social visits.
Courtesy of Postameter Lima reveals plans for a new port facilities project intended to serve a booming city. Local notices report social events including a Grand Lodge of Rebeccas meeting, a Willow City wedding, and St John’s Day activities with dances and auctions. Community leaders and clergy speak at church cornerstone ceremonies, praising the project and a strong local farmers mutual insurance effort in Bottineau.
A libel case against editor Falconstein arises after a News article about County Clerk Bowen. The Wabsh egu m launch of a thirty foot boat at Souris with the unveiling planned for Thursday draws band contests, speeches by John F. Haskett, and a 1418 dollar fundraising result.
Nellie A Maddock daughter of Mrs Mary A Maddock of Stillwater and John P Simon of Bottineau united in marriage at St Michael's church with Father Corcoran officiating. Bride wore nun's veiling and carried bride's roses. Breakfast served at the bride's mother's home. They will live in Bottineau after July 1. Simon has taught in Grand Forks and Bottineau counties and is deputy clerk of court at Bottineau.
A poem recounts family hardship as every member contributes to support the household. The father toils from sunrise while the mother and sister squeeze earnings, the burden of debt and expenses growing heavier. The speaker vows to aid his father when grown, and to shield him from further strain. The text shifts to an advertisement for shirts and collars at Greengard’s Clothing and Shoe Store in Bottineau, North Dakota, noting prices and brands.
Leroy T. Vernon Washington correspondent of the Chicago News led a party of Congressmen to Jamestown Island near Norfolk Virginia. He described Jamestown as a buried city with only the church tower and old mansion foundations remaining. He stressed the site as the cradle of American government law and church and urged patriotic pilgrimage. An enterprise to exploit the area is under way near Norfolk with new buildings planned to boost support.
The Skoygaard Concert Company appeared under the Tuesday Club and greatly delighted a small yet enthusiastic audience. Mr Skoygaard a violinist of great ability offered classical pieces and his own compositions, with Miss Nilson on piano providing superb support. Miss Oleon contributed a mezzo soprano voice with diverse language solos, making the show a success. The Tuesday club netted about $17 added to their cemetery fund.
The trial of M O Hull editor of the Muball News for criminal libel against Ex Commissioner Carroll was held in Minot last week. The case is described as the most significant libel action under the current law, with critics calling the law a danger to press freedom and free speech.
A terse note from the Ken tware Journal says the policy will be repeated at the next session because it is so vicious in its effect. The remark highlights a strong stance on the policy’s impact and signals continued confrontational tone.
The article explains three baking powder bases: Mineral acid or Alum from clay with oil of vitriol, Bone-Acid or Phosphate via bone treatment, and Cream of Tartar from grapes. It notes cost ranges and health merits, asserting Cream of Tartar is the best and safest for reacting with soda.
The Farmers Mutual Maxbass reports the locality tops others in members and insurance with over sixty members and above $70,000 in coverage. Win Handreben and Security Bank represent the company locally. The season already shows $225,009 in force and aims to exceed $1,100,000 by season end.
Dr J A Johnson refutes widespread claims that he has sold out to the gang. He states he remains aligned with his published platform and warns that those spreading the contrary reports are circulating falsehoods.
A nostalgic verse by James Whitcomb Riley notes a girl’s doll tea set and toy house broken in childhood. It contrasts childish troubles with later life and love, suggesting the rainbow dreams of youth fade into the long ago while heaven holds future joys.
Weather caused delays at Devila Lake and Cando circuits while Bottineau races remain on schedule. The Courant denies rumors of any postponement or cancellation and notes entries have already been made. Bottineau county papers are asked to copy this clarification.
Jno W Schnitzler of Moball and Miss Kate L White wed Tuesday morning at 9 by Father Turcott at his residence. Schnitzler editor of Moball Tribune, formerly foreman on the News, married in Lansford Moball. The couple plans an extended trip to Southern California and are greeted with congratulations.
In the past week several Normal instructors were away giving commencement talks at Bowvbells Coopertowns Hope Harvey and Velva. The Atheneum Society held a short program and the Clionian Society hosted student exercises. Kate Douglas Wiggin’s Timothy's Quest was dramatized by Ana B. Her tick with Model school children. Mabel T. Corbin read on the pure food law. Weeks spoke on New Zealand education Hollis on Ontario education. Mrs Herrick's physical culture classes prepare for field day with outdoor sports and drills and class basketball uniforms.
Every Wednesday an excursion will leave Kenmare North Dakota for Statler 114 miles north and 50 miles east of Calgary Alberta Return ticket from Portal will cost 914.00 Board and berth on train will cost $1.50 per day Trip will be made in eight days We have over 200000 acres of land for sale in this district Our terms are 9.00 per acre Nine payments No payments the second year Interest at 6 percent Call on or write D H McArthur Bottineau ND
For hot weather find touch comfort in light weight underwear in plain and fancy colors in all grades. Prices range from 25 cents to $1.20 per garment at Greengard's Clothing and Shoe Store, Bottingan, North Dakota.
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