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Newspaper
The Bowbells Tribune
Location
Bowbells, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1920
Page
2
The Tribune condemns eight county office contest cases as foolish. It foresees dismissal in court, warns recall petitions will follow if a prejudiced ruling occurs, and argues the public will reject interference by a small faction. It deems voters likely to support the canvassing board and warns of recalling officers at cost.
A letter argues newspapers overemphasize misery abroad and criticize Americans. It urges balanced coverage that inspires constructive action, noting America should assist starving nations while tending to its own poor. The piece condemns sensationalism and urges better, more hopeful reporting.
The article argues that rural residents are not more gullible than city dwellers and that most fake stock scams target urban buyers. It notes confidence schemes are common in larger cities and that farmers are not uniquely susceptible.
A fragmented note suggests changing comic material in response to urban readers. It mentions rural stereotypes no longer holding, and jokes adapting to new audiences in a big city context. The text references Ponzi schemes and dependence on local figures, indicating a broader critique of urban and rural dynamics.
The piece urges balance in schoolyard disputes noting children differ greatly in temperament. It warns parents to treat home stories with skepticism, recalling that teachers face many viewpoints and that two sides exist to every narrative. It emphasizes listening fairly and avoiding quick judgment.
The nation reports a per capita wealth of 51.06 dollars as of the latest measure. Lee remains slightly behind, lagging by just over 49 units in the same metric.
The note suggests shirt prices stay high because numerous pins are employed in assembling Obes. It implies cost factors in production drive prices upward.
A fragment notes a cave in Mexico heated by nature and warns that homes may need similar heat if mine operators do not show concern. The remark about the average Bowbell woman suggests sharp social commentary on gender and domestic life.
Fragmentary OCR hints at local gossip about women who helped children say prayers at night and mentions Champ Clark in relation to official returns. Details are unclear and names, dates, and places are not provided.
A Bowbells resident jokes about learning through repairing his own car as a small misstep in practical knowledge. The U S shipping board reportedly paid a $600000 bill twice, suggesting possible favoritism or a lack of alternatives. A note warns women against pushing tobacco prohibition amendments, threatening an open anti-missing law stance.
A collection of humorous Bowbells observations on eggs and fortunes with a half egg invention, talking down sales agents, installment plans, loyal girlfriends, suffragettes, failed crop ideas, traveling men, and petty typographical errors in the paper.
The statement recalls Harding's use of normalcy to evoke simpler times including affordable meals in restaurants, suggesting a nostalgic link between political rhetoric and daily life such as paying a quarter for a meal. The remark frames normalcy as accessible, everyday comfort rather than grand policy.
Thanksgiving day drew crowds and skating was popular as residents gathered across Coteau. Mrs. G. I. Porter plans a Spokane move. mothers club formed with officers Clyde Morse, S Hendrickson, C B Hovland. Art Anderson, Jim Doyle and families visited or traveled, with locals hauling coal and visiting relatives.
Cor Thorson reports from Botineau and Battleview on Thanksgiving news. A snow event nearby, a surface explosion exposed ground layers, deep cracks appeared, and residents heard the roar. A large audience traveled to view the scene. Thanksgiving births and visits from locals were noted amid discussion of doctor shortages and rural healthcare.
The Nels Pladsen family and Mr and Mrs James Marougke visited Gust Lunde on Sunday. Mrs Geo Benson slowly recovers from throat trouble. People plan to attend the Battleview school program Friday. proceeds support Charley Olson’s District 10 school fund. Cor. V
The North Dakota Reform School sought an accountant and contacted a Fargo business college for a man worth 1700 dollars annually to start with. Mr A C Scott was sent. The school offers better sort positions to graduates. W C Rowerdink named cashier of Germantate Bank urges a D B C graduate presence. Write for information to F L Watkins President 806 Front St Fargo ND.
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