Great Northern line progress halves fall work in Bowbells
Steel laying on the Great Northern line near Bowbells continues with a 60 man crew, about half a mile daily, aiming to reach the Canadian line within weeks. Grading for the Grand Trunk has slowed due to worker shortages, with officials delaying fall through-traffic and plans for mixed trains to Niobe or the Canadian line to assist farmers. Other notes cover local business signs, lighting upgrades, and the near completion of the Albert Corey residence near Wall Park.
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Statement of Principles by Andrew A Bruce for Supreme Court Judge
Andrew A Bruce argues a judge should serve the law and not override the will of the people. He highlights reform through voters, openness of his record, and cooperation between courts and legislature. The letter accompanies a county ballot note describing a general election with many candidates and a long ballot.
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Halvorson speaks here Saturday at Minot court house
Halvor L Halvorson mayor of Minot and Democratic nominee for congress spoke to a large audience at the courthouse. He opposed Canadian reciprocity and argued repeal if elected. He defended tariffs as protection for infant industries then and now, urged Missouri river navigation at federal expense, and favored direct election of president and senators. He noted Democrats hold the majority in Congress and urged ND to send at least one Democrat to Washington to act with them.
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Kenmare Chairman Gray in Grave Condition at Fargo
Gorge M. Gray, chairman of the Republican state central committee, lay near death in Fargo after illness and an operation. His condition fluctuated from day to day with brief improvements, but he remained in grave danger as his wife and relatives gathered.
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Chicago
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Minot
Supreme Court
Burglar thwarted in Baden safe caper over $1700
In Baden North Dakota October 28 amateur burglars pried open the Falk store door and attempted to crack a safe but failed due to lack of explosives. They reached the cash area but withdrew before securing $1700 in cash and papers including money held by the elevator manager. Local report notes one suspect fled after partial tory damage and authorities investigate.
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Falk
Park and Endreson Lead Independent and Republican Tickets
Fred Park campaigns for county auditor on the independent ticket promising full term dedication and economical administration. Dick Stainhofer seeks reelect as sheriff praising his past service. Endreson, runner for representative, praised for qualifications and reform credentials as he again faces voters urging support for clean politics.
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Fred Park
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First Blizzard Hits Bowbells This Week
A severe blizzard began Monday evening in North Dakota, bringing heavy wet snow to Bowbells with larger falls near Minot and Williston. Wind eased by Tuesday night, leaving most snow melted. farmers face delays in threshing and potential losses as several trains carry home workers to the east.
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Bowbells
Court to convene November 18 with jury summoned
The district court term postponed to Monday November 18. A jury will be summoned and all docketed cases cleared. Notable items include North Dakota versus two men accused of robbing an elderly Portal man, plus several criminal and civil cases. A county seat election contest likely not pursued after recent Supreme Court ruling. The Ladies Altar Society of St. Joseph's church plans a meeting next Thursday with Mrs T M Donovan.
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T. M. Donovan
Noted Minot Attorney Visits Bowbells for Client
Attorney E It Sinkler of Minot, a leading criminal lawyer, visited Bowbells yesterday to attend to a client’s interests. He praised a university Lyceum show by University Girls, and his visit drew many local friends. A Halloween dance at Bowbells Opera House entertained a large crowd. Attorney C To Pierson showed a new horse, denying a trade.
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Bowbella
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Horrible Death for Thresher in North Dakota
A thresher named Anton Germaine of Antelope was killed when his shoulder and hip were crushed after his body was caught in a threshing rig wheel. He died a few hours after reaching a Dickinson hospital. A long obituary-like note highlights his 30 years as a territory settler and education at Northwestern College.
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Hecht Attends Educational Meet in Grand Forks
County Superintendent C H Hecht returned from Grand Forks where he attended the annual meeting of the state Educational Association. He reports 38 of 49 county superintendents were present and cites calls for cooperation with the Legislature, teachers and patrons to improve rural schools. Hecht notes topics include visitation, term lengths, consolidation, public gatherings, and revisions to the 1912 School Law, praising guidance from Ex-State Supts Stockwell Olson and current State Superintendent Taylor. He aims to apply insights to Burke county schools to raise student outcomes.
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Grand Forks
Mate Educatonal Association
Burke County
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Olson
Minnesota
Taylor
Farm profits and rural life discussion urges farm home upgrades
States Attorney Fred Andrews was at Forts on Duslees yesterday afternoon. A speaker at an Iowa rural conference argued that if farmers invest as much in improving farmhouses and outbuildings as they do in moving to towns, rural life would improve and depopulation would slow. The piece notes retired farmers often struggle with city life and proposes home upgrades, better roads, and autos as solutions.
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Fred Andrews
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