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Newspaper
The Bowbells Tribune
Location
Bowbells, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1911
Page
4
A Bowbells Tribune item notes weekly publication in Bowbells Burke County N D with rising ad campaigns and pricing. It humorously quips about winners in poker, the post office surplus, letter writers, a plane propeller incident, and social observations on marriage trends and bread laws.
A deadly Chicago motorcycle race leaves one dead, another mortally injured, a third seriously hurt, and several others narrowly escaping disaster. The event marks a grim chapter in speed culture as a modern Moloch of danger.
Weather rules urge calm as heat climbs into the nineties and public safety worries rise. Traffic and air travel hazards multiply from cars to planes, while water risks persist. In New York, a policeman faces damages after clubbing a man who kicked in his own door, a case tied to domestic tensions.
North Dakota farm statisticians report corn expected as a heavy crop for the year with most farmers likely to grow corn. Analysts note widespread planting and favorable conditions across the state according to St Paul Dispatch summaries.
The text argues that moving corn production northward benefits farmers who sell by producing high value crops. It notes North Dakotans can raise good corn though not Iowa or Illinois yields and compares profit to grain farming. Minnesota eyes the belt's extension as a lesson for southern neighbors.
The piece argues that inflated coronation prices for London hotel rooms and window privileges deter American visitors and threaten transatlantic patronage. It notes hotel suites at high weekly rates and pricey flats, suggesting creators overreached and Americans resist extortion, while acknowledging many Americans may skip the event as a fleeting spectacle.
A column questions legal process focusing on a hypothetical indictment for horse theft. It uses quotes from a U.S. Supreme Court justice to argue that clear questions and judge discretion better serve justice, contrasting American delays with English courts and criticizing evasive trial tactics.
A terse report notes an apparent crime exposure incident as authorities log routine activity. No injuries are reported and no suspects are named. The event occurred in a quiet moment with minimal detail and no immediate arrests.
Discussion in the Illinois legislature centers on a new act to prohibit and punish publishing detailed statements of crimes and executions. Supporters argue it curbs sensationalism, while critics claim it hides corruption by blocking reports on treasury plunder, beef trust thefts, and graft.
In Bowdells country seven corn planters and thirteen cultivators were sold to local farmers over recent weeks. In St Paul Mrs Charlie Kopriva visited agents and enjoyed a Sarah Bernhardt performance before more than seven thousand at the St Paul Auditorium.
Postmaster Tscharner's Newport store and the local post office were burned last Saturday morning about 9 30. Fire originated on the second story and destroyed stock except for about twenty percent salvaged in mud and rain. Tscharner carried 5000 in insurance and faces heavy losses as records and mail for the office were destroyed. He plans a new building and stocking soon. Washington reports Fort Berthold open formation for Indian preservation. Ryder Plaza Minot and Bismarck named as registration points with Minot chosen for better police facilities. Opening time not yet set.
Gardeners in Bowbells report cut worms invading numerous gardens causing concern. A leading gardener described large worm numbers and urged immediate control methods. Entomologist F L Washburn recommends Paris green mixed with bran and molasses above a foot from plants, or using boards to trap worms for morning removal.
Louis W. Dale, previously sentenced to ten years as an accessory to the Gina Lien murder in Minot, was pardoned by the state pardoning board. Dale, after an appeal to the Supreme Court failed, is reported to be dying of consumption and has only a short time left to live.
June 6 at 4 pm a Polish laborer Steve Wasna 21 was killed on Albert Suzack farm nine miles north of Minot when crushed under a heavy steam plow. Judge Murray removed the remains to Weagant's parlors. The man received multiple fractures across neck back arms legs.
Reports from Devils Lake say the city will host the state Socialist newspaper with Arthur LeSueur as editor-in-chief and H. B. Fultz as business manager. Grand Forks and Fargo favor Devils Lake as the central location and the Minot Socialists have aligned. Subscriptions and stock solicitations have begun and the publication may start by July.
Wesley Peters, owner of Bowbells Feed Mill, left Wednesday morning by car for Frobisher Sask where he will spend about a week visiting his father C. J. Peters.
The Farmers Mine will not sell coal before July 1 1911. Annual meeting scheduled for the last Monday in June, June 24. O P Hanson is Manager.
Unclaimed letters listed for the Bowbells post office week ending Friday June 9 1911. Recipients Abbott R A and Ralph Abbott Mrs Ralph Hagen Erland Hougen and Erland. Callers must say tadvertised and refer to R F D or postoffice box number for prompt delivery. Postmaster Huruy signs notice.
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