Minot arrest over defalcations in post office matter
Deputy reports B Schwirtz was arrested on charges of defalcations involving the Minot post office deposits. Details describe a missing postmaster and investigations. mention of bail set at 6000 dollars and the long absence from duties, with related domestic and local official associations noted.
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Henry
Ieee Pais
United Staton
Jack Duis
Uaitel Biates
R. H .Hopkins
Hedring
A.F Brenner
Minot
Bobwirtz
Ind
St. Paul
Post Poice
Alhundred Pa
Montana
Ira
Celebration Turns Riots After Langdon Wedding
In Langdon North Dakota on December 16 a wedding between Miss DeCredne and Mike Krom sparked a local celebration. A mob of young men gathered at the Paree farm near Mowbray, demanded entry, received cash, and attempted entry. as admission was refused the porch and windows were damaged and brakes broken. The disturbance drew local police action and led to arrests.
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Yita
Ey Kremers
Hannah
Cupid Wins His Case In Court
In Devils Lake North Dakota on December 16, Anna Reed and Ernest Johnson wed after a breach of promise suit. The jury and two judges attended, and the foreman collected funds for a wedding gift, a handsome bun.
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Cupid
Devils Lake
N.D
C. W. Butt
C. M. Cooley
Anna Reed
Ernest Johnson
Government inspectors to check real estate deeds in capital city
In Bismarck rumors spread that federal inspectors are surveying real estate transfers and revenue stamps. Reports claim transfers show nominal or one dollar consideration to evade fees. Officials warn those involved risk serious prosecution as Uncle Sam tightens revenue crime oversight nationwide.
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Bismarck ND
Bismarck
Effert
Sam
Miakas
Polegats Raigded for Market Ban Grows
Unclear text reports a Bisgierck, North Dakota event where Polegats raig ed for market. Mentions Mr Hubbard breeding pole cats for poultry, with odd references to American farmers and prairie life, but the fragmentary account provides few concrete facts or dates.
Death saves young man from the pen in Minot
Jack ONeill, convicted of first degree robbery at the current district court session, died in a Minot hospital from pneumonia. He and another man faced highway robbery charges near Kenmare last summer. His death prevented imposition of the remaining sentence. Before dying he gave a true name Howard Clayton Stuart and claimed his mother was Edith Perkins, living in Los Angeles, with no contact for three years.
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Minot
N. D
Jack O'Neil
Kenmare
Howard Clayton Stuart
Edith Perkins
Los Angeles
Wan 3 Wanted on Serious Charge in North Dakota
Mandan December 16. George Pogt an Nan threshing hand faces white slavery abduction and a statutory offense in the first degree in district court before Judge Henley. He and partner John Smith are accused of kidnapping 15 year old Katherine Fischer of Werner near Golden Valley. Smith is jailed on bail while Pogt is sought with description: Italian born, medium height, dark hair and eyes, burn on right cheek, wearing corduroy or satin trousers tan shirt and cloth cap. A reward is offered by Mercer County authorities and Post is still at large, with evidence pointing to white slavery and Smith’s confessions.
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Mandan
N. D
George Pogt
Henley
Werner
Mercer County
Post
John Smith
Golden Valley
Katherine
Fot
Joan Fischer
Fischer
Rere
Tej
Peatntary
Hals
Olean
N. Y
Mercer
Smith
Sentenced for aiding alien enemies in North Dakota
Jacob Temm of Taétevar was arrested three weeks earlier by mounted police on a charge of aiding interned Germans and Austrians into the United States near Noonah. He received two months in a Dominion penitentiary. Temm operated an underground railway between Canadian and American border towns to move supposed alien enemies to safety in the country. Trial at Ostegan revealed some supplied escaped prisoners claimed Russian citizenship and others originated from Europe, sympathizing with various causes.
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Hich
Ostegan
Pointe
Europe
Hants
Tierney Attacks Wife in Fargo Home Slashing Threats
In the early hours Tierney assaulted his wife with a razor in her bedroom, slashing her throat and injuring her ear. The attacker fought back as neighbors called to help, leaving Tierney jailed as doctors say the wife will recover. Olker’s injuries are not serious. Throgof’s children were placed in care.
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Iesaxon Vieépisty
Chay ‘Oiker
Jey
Oiker
Tierney
Tigi
Olker
Fargo
Farmers catch grain thieves after long chase in North Dakota
Two young men were caught stealing grain from J. H. farm near Mott, driven off by a long chase across miles and later captured again after escaping. They were taken to Dickinson, then New England, pleaded guilty and were sentenced. Authorities believe they stole hundreds of bushels in the district this fall.
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Mott
N.D
J. H
Dickinson
New England
Hanna denies senatorial candidacy rumors in North Dakota
Governor Hanna, while leaving Bismarck for a mission abroad, denies rumors he has agreed not to run for U S senator. He says rumors are baseless and upon return will make a formal announcement outlining his principles and platform for support.
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Bismarck, N. D
Bismarck
Hanna
United States
Europe
North Dakota Supreme Court Nullifies Tax on Money and Credits
The North Dakota Supreme Court declared unconstitutional a decade old measure by Burgett and Westdahl that aimed to tax money and credits. The ruling states the act falsely targets property values and lacks proper authority under the state constitution. The decision means the current tax system remains intact and the challenged provisions cannot be enforced.
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Biemarck
N. D
Forth Dakota Supreme — Court Insteight
Burgett and Westdahl
Supreme Court
Marriages Highlight Bowbells Local Society
Two stories of Bowbells nuptials detail Mae Beck and Rudolph Ma’s wedding at the bride’s home in West Bowbells with Rev. Spence officiating, plus Herman Johnson and Evelyn Remington’s ceremony attended by family, followed by meals and social hours. The grooms are noted for craftsmanship, reliability, and community standing. plans include travels to Minnesota and Colorado Springs to visit relatives before settling at home in Bowbells.
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Mae Beck
Rudolph Mahoney
West Bowbells
B. W. Spence
Anna Beck
Bowbells
Sinco
Bowbelly
The
Tribune
Béstian
Esther
Remington
Yayorab
Bowbella
Elgin, (II
Pargo Busiéss Coll
Bowbelle
Minneapolia
Soo Staton
Aorman
Herman
Moma
Hansen family sells estate and leaves for Oregon
HH Hansen of the city sold all personal property at public auction on Wednesday and leaves for Junction City Oregon to establish new home. The sale attracted many local buyers and yielded good prices. the Hansen family has long resided nearby and enjoys broad sympathy from friends as they move from Burke County.
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HH. Hansen
Junction City
Oregon
Hansen
Burke County
Girl Changed Mind Man Takes Poison
Fargo, N. D. Dec. 16 John Tweet a prominent farmer near Sheldon died at St. Luke's hospital after drinking strychnine. He walked in seeking help and died within hours. Despondency believed to be factor. He was to marry Miss Christine Johnson of Bergen Norway. engagement ended when she cancelled plans after arriving in the country.
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Fargo
N. D
John Tweet
Sheldon
St. Luke's Hospital
Sands
Ald
Twedt
Mise
Christine Johnson
Bergen
Norway
Sheldon Friends
Ranch Woman Crushed To Death
Omissions report a homesteader and ranch woman of Oakdale country crushed when her horse rolled on her while rounding up cattle. Family searches followed her disappearance. Earl Aldrich found her body later. No bones were broken.
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Shindede
N. O
Aliee “ Dérgun
Oakdale
Ax Hors
Earl Aldrich
Bowbells News Roundup From Stanley to Minot
Bowbells Prairie Alf Thompson return from Stanley early last week. An oyster dinner at Herman Hansens drew a large crowd. Jacobsona visited Tom Torkelvons. Anna Sorlle visited Finkes. Alfred Thompson and spouse visited Ino teau. A surprise party honored Herman Hansen with a tasty lunch. A curiosity sociot planned Friday at Bystedt school house taught by Miss Horne. Teachers Evans Emmond and Bevins to Minneapolis and Minot for Christmas. Thompson bought Fred Hanson s cutter. Martin Thompson visited Knuts on weekend. Danish Lutheran youth held practice at Rasmusens Thuyad last week. Peter Hansens called at Anes home Monday.
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Alf
Thompson
Stanley
Herman Hansens
Jacobsona
Tom Torkel
Vons
Anna Sorlle
Finkes
Alfred Thompson
Inoteau
Bystedt
Miss Horne
Miss Evans
Miss Emmond
Miss Bevins
Misses Evans
Emmons
Minneapolis
Miss Bevine
Minot
Trysye Pijelldahl
Alfred
Fred Hanson
Martin Thompson
Knutson
Folka
Danish Lutheran Church
Allie Emarain Fights Polio Recovery Near Home
News item notes Allie Emarain, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Emarain north of town, suffering from polio and receiving care as friends rally to support her recovery along the road.
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Allie Emarain
Bob
Wathin
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