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Newspaper
The Bottineau Courant
Location
Bottineau, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1908
Page
4
The Bottineau Courant lists subscription prices for three months at 80 cents, six months at 76 cents, and one year at 1.60. Advertising rates show 10 cents per inch with special position and legal rates.
A dense list of political candidates for national and state offices appears, naming presidential electors and congressional hopefuls, followed by a party editorial arguing that judiciary should be apolitical while noting both candidates are partisan. The piece critiques Burr and suggests partisan bias limits cross-party support.
The notice advertises school and university lands in Bottineau County North Dakota offered at public auction. It details sale start times, bidding method, payment schedule, and required fees, with conditions from the board of university and school lands and notes on interest, deferred payments, and sale rejection rights.
Charles Hopkins Clark of the Independent lauds William Howard Taft as a strong and gentle candidate with spotless reputation. He asserts no doubt about Taft’s honesty and suitability, noting a quarter century before the nation with Taft prepared by nature, training, and experience for the presidency.
The piece argues the senatorial race should not become a factional contest. It notes M N Johnson and Thomas F Marshall have insurgent ties, calls the fight personal, and urges voters to back one of two capable patriots for United States senator without party or boss influence.
Cuariis Morwoop protests editor of the Courant and Willie Holbein is cited in the Westhope Standard claiming Dave Carlson conducted a Cummins organ in Iowa. Bottineau files hold Carlson’s Iowa records. Morwood and friends may locate any single entry confirming a Cummins organ before the group buys the best hat in North Dakota. The matter is small, but records should be straight.
The Nebraskan’s chances for the presidency were damaged after a Denver platform draftman Gov. Haskell of Oklahoma, treasurer of the Democratic National Committee, was linked to a trust connection and accused of prostituting influence.
In an ongoing dispute, Bryan continues to back a subsidiary of Standard Oil while urging a resolution. He attacks Haskell yet hopes the issue clears up, though national committee members plan to seek Haskell's resignation.
Hearst independence party announces presidential and vice presidential nominees will have electors on the ballot in North Dakota this fall, joining five other tickets. The ballot will span about two by three feet, with six candidate columns including individual nominations, and Bottineau county ballots printed under contract by The Courant.
President Roosevelt praises Taft as the broadest and most unselfishly brave man, saying he will carry the spirit of the constitution in his blood. He notes the American people will affirm this choice on November third.
Governor Burke declares he will not recede one inch from his enforcement stance amid a raid by Burke and Andy Miller during the early administration. The remark sparks discussion on safety and political resolve.
The Towner Tribune reports rising support for M. N. Johnson in the senatorial race. It states he is not backed by any political machine, will form no machine if elected, and has always been for the people, a stance described as enduring and unaltered by age.
J Bissu of Williston is appointed assistant attorney general with a focus on enforcing the liquor prohibition. He will start in Ramsey and Rolette counties where violations are reported to be numerous.
The Towner Tribune notes travelers praise Mc Henry, Pierce and Mortineau counties as the best in the state this year with many adding that they likely average the best every year. The remark frames a lighthearted, optimistic view of local travel quality and county reputation.
Judge finds in favor of Mrs. Mattie M. Davis in the Cass County election contest against Davis and Riley. The court states fraud claims were not substantiated. Over a hundred ballots were challenged amid the case.
The changes in the primary results alter the nomination outcome with Mrs. Davis holding a 54 vote majority. Mr. Riley may seek an independent bid. The Grafton Record is sold by E. H. Pierce to Col. Grant S. Hager of the St. Thomas Times. The paper loses the Hits and Mrs. man yet gains a North Dakota based editor who pledges to stay locally.
Joan Burke questions who remains at Bismarck and in the governor’s office as he tours the state denouncing Republican officials for neglecting official duties.
The paper is asked to publish a list of premises closed by Governor Burke under the blind pig law and the dates of closing, reflecting ongoing enforcement across the state. The request notes the governor’s stated effort and selective success.
Public sale on Thursday October 8 1908 at 1 30 pm at Dougald Martin farm east of Lomber, selling seven cows five calves and lumber from the estate of the late Frank W Seidel. Terms cash on sums 10 and under, over that amount payment by note with 10 percent interest until October 1 1908. N C Wegner administrator. Berthiaume Auctioneer.
Miss Lamb secured a stenographer post with Minot Optic in Minot. Ed Strom joined Dwight Mill. The college received eight job offers this week from two banks, an attorney's office, two general stores and a stationery company.
Sheldon the Optical specialist will visit Kramer on September 15 Newbury on September 16 Upham on September 17 Russell on September 18 Eckman on September 19 Lansford on September 20 Mowatt on September 21 Mohall on September 22 23 Maxbass on September 24 25 Westhope on September 26
The Bottineau post office lists uncalled letters dated September 19 1908 including Frank Camann Iver Ingvald Haabnes Bob Mills Torger Torgereen Misa Alma Fredrick and others. If not claimed within 15 days they go to the dead letter office. Postmaster Ole Roland notes readers to subscribe to the Courant.
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