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Newspaper
The Bowbells Tribune
Location
Bowbells, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1909
Page
4
The Tribune invites readers and friends to have the paper mailed to any U S address for 1 50 per year with weekly Bowbells news and tributary items. Subscribers may change addresses as often as needed to stay informed during winter travels in the east or visits with distant friends.
An editorial argues that political assassinations in Russia India Korea and China hinder reform and strengthen autocratic rule. It warns that violence delays evolving government and that Congress members should pursue inquiring dispositions amid ongoing investigations.
The five convicted employes in the New York federal court received suspended sentences until next month. Judge Martin urged them not to shield those responsible for the sugar short weighing frauds. Reports say prosecutors aim to reach higher officials, with over 8 million dollars diverted from government revenues already paid by three importing firms.
The Utah Dreadnaught joins the fleet with 21 825 tons and 20.75 knot speed, armed with ten 12 inch guns and sixteen 5 inch guns, signaling powerful maritime strength. Fraud cases loom as conspirators fear long prison terms and plan confessions to reach higher-ups. Copenhagen University debunks Cook's North Pole claim, calling him an imposter and fueling Danish anger over the polar saga.
The piece notes another Thaw appeal denied and warns that vigilantism faces legal limits. It contrasts Thaw’s efforts with the law’s reach and questions the impact of private justice on public order. It also mentions U S aid to Nicaragua and a bread rather than bullets strategy, urging restraint.
England remains tense over Germany as world events unfold. Canada shows hints of independence while Russia grows concerned about Japan eyeing Korea. The new year seems to intensify historic momentum.
The text lauds a growing U S Navy with the Utah as its flagship and hints future larger ships. It argues America must build both quality and quantity to match the nation. The piece notes a Copenhagen error and urges collective reflection on 1909 mistakes to avoid repetition.
The text describes Colonel Roosevelt planning an African expedition where he will encounter native tribes to demonstrate real physical stamina and resolve. It suggests a strong press corps will accompany him to bolster his claims beyond doubt.
GEO M Dunning writes from Spokane Washington that he and his family are settled at 3127 Riverside Ave in a rented blacksmith shop and six room house. He notes a thriving city life and describes prices for potatoes and flour while reporting solid early business and a merry Christmas wish to Bowbells friends.
Morning service will study The Formula for Happiness and the evening service focuses on The Passion for Sin with special music. A mid week meeting on Wednesday night will discuss The Practice of Prayer. All are invited to bring Bibles and bring strangers or those unused to worship.
Three acre plot in the west part of the city with a good well and barn for eight head of stock. Once stood the Fred Auffarth house, the old Nels Leershov home, destroyed by fire long ago. Desirable property for a nice home. Inquire of T. B. Hurly. tf
Prof G F Ruediger of the State Public Health Laboratory at the University of North Dakota reports the D Bystedt well water is free from disease germs. No body-temperature bacteria found and only harmless room-temperature bacteria present, indicating no typhoid fever risk.
A Tribune reader scolds a person who sent a flirtatious card by mail and urges forgiveness at year’s end while calling fortune hunters and flirtations hypocritical. The citizen signs off as a concerned reader.
Shareholders can buy lignite coal at 1 80 per ton in lots of 5 to 10 tons from the Farmers Coal Mine. Coal is always on hand and of mining quality, with no waiting. O P Hanson Maniges signs the notice.
All persons knowing themselves indebted to Donovan Bros Hardware are requested to call and settle as creditors insist on having their money. Do not wait for a statement to be sent you. Donovan Bros Bowbells North Dakota.
A note from W. P. Nestler requests help locating a red Irish letter with a solid leather collar engraved Co. L. Waldo Minneapolis. A finder should contact J. E. Tate Bowlis or Nestler Bros. Flaxton. Also mentions Preventives candy cold cure tablets advertised with four advantages and sold by Donovan Drug Co.
Weekly list of unclaimed letters includes C. R. Gleason and Mrs Gallagher among names. Others: Richard Lawson, Miss Alice Larson, Miss Edith McGlenn, Albert Olgen, Miss Lillie Peterson, Miss Bertern, Kohn, Wim. Instructs readers to claim promptly by directing mail to correct R F D or box number.
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