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Newspaper
The Bowbells Tribune
Location
Bowbells, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
4
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The Sixtieth Congress began its final session at noon Monday with three months remaining. Leaders aim to cut national expenditures to a minimum while pressing unfinished business such as postal savings banks and a permanent currency system. The President's message was read Tuesday and both houses began routine business with determined notes for results.
The article condemns renewed feuds in Kentucky that slaughter family foes without regard to age or sex. It calls the feud barbarous, lawless, and unfit for a civilized nation, urging states to suppress it to preserve the country’s good name and civilization.
From Des Moines a discussion arises over demanding feminine juries and judges to try women. A suffragette advocate argues granting this would test a new principle, reversing old roles where man is hunter and woman the hunted. The piece reflects on England's suffragette movement and questions the old maid problem in the U.S.
The era’s holiday mood fades as Europe and Asia show rising tensions and grievances. The War Department notes decreasing army desertions, hinting patriotism’s growth, while public figures face reform, marriage, and financial disputes. Admiral Evans rejects a Los Angeles housing gift, reinforcing Fighting Bob’s steadfast stance.
A historic reflection notes the British House of Lords increasingly acknowledging modern reform. The piece suggests even the venerable chamber shivers at the prospect of change when reform demands it.
Despite progress and attacks, Santa Claus business survives as tariffs are said to be adaptable to any rate form. The old stand and the love of children keep his stock and trade alive, with confidence in continued operation and the ability to tack on to free lat.
With Christmas in sight Congress shows cautious stance on holiday measures. Lawmakers discuss budget impacts and potential relief steps as the season approaches, signaling a chance for limited action before year end.
The commission appointed by the President to study farming life and conditions reports a 28 percent return on farming investments. It cautions against the superstition tied to the feared 23 mark that prompts some farmers to quit.
Warships from the Netherlands sail along the coast of Venezuela as tensions rise over a previously dismissed ultimatum. The episode hints at a potential escalation following Castro's earlier recklessness.
Hon Champ Clark identified as Democratic leader on the house floor with the congressional minority backing his distinguished promotion. The report notes his prominent role in legislative proceedings and party leadership discussions.
A new shell game is being planned in New York centered on a corner idea using hen fruit as the prop. The item hints at a playful scheme with local curiosity and potential novelty value in the urban scene.
J E Murphy of Fairview Farm offers twelve fine Poland-China hogs including two boars for sale. Due to illness prices attract, terms: tax one year credit to responsible buyers. Located on east end of Main street Bowbells. Must close within two weeks.
Modern Woodmen held a Tuesday night meeting naming officers for the coming year. Chas Sheneman was chosen W C, W J Love as W A, McCusker and Dille as trustees, Howard Corey as Watchman, Benj Tob as Sentry, A Mas as Camp Physician, with A Limburg and J W Lenfest also listed in officer roles.
Cabbage, celery and onions at low Lyons prices. Norman Anderson operated Wednesday for severe appendicitis by Dr Limburg. Home made bread for sale at Sullivan's after Dec 12. J W Ingison’s coal mine flooded after workers cut into old workings. a 600 foot pipeline to the lake was laid and the mine resumed operations, costs absorbed. Mittens and gloves at Lyons. Mrs F F Gerrard clarifies runaway team incident, attributing actions to her husband’s employee who freed and returned horses to Harms barn. purse found near the scene did not belong to the rescuer. Get fruits at Lyons. Lipton coffee now 35c at Lyons. A baby boy born to Mr and Mrs Gray Rogers in the hills. E H Mittelstadt left Soo depot for Crary. Miss Hattie Martin received a letter from Alfred, LaMoure County, describing a severe blizzard there last Thursday.
Carey Mahoney left here last evening for Wonewac Wisconsin to visit his aunt and family, then to Muncie Indiana and later to Florida for the winter, returning for spring farm work. Rudolph Mahoney left Tuesday for Eugene Oregon to join L C Lair’s photography studio, planning this as his life work with a good salary. The Tribune and friends wish him success. $1,200 to loan on first mortgage security for 3 or 5 years.
Letters for Blewette James Conboy Miss Kate Bee Ny 0 Switzer & Son remain unclaimed at Bowbells Post Office. Callers should refer to advertised letters and direct mail to the post office box number or door number.
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