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Newspaper
The Bowbells Tribune
Location
Bowbells, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1920
Page
9
A commentary argues women should gain the right to propose marriage as men do. It notes changes in women’s independence during war, urging couples to decide quickly and clearly, relieving pressure on women and easing heartbreak for those in love.
The Chiou Shin Chun or Save World Army stages open air meetings on street corners in Peking and Tianjin as it grows. In under three years five corps operate in Peking and two in Tianjin with fourteen across the country toward Mongolia, organized under Salvation Army rules.
Adirondack guides debate moonlight fly fishing for trout with some claiming success and others dismissing the idea. The only certain proof lies in trying the method on moonlit waters where trout are known to feed, with a note that brown trout may take flies at night in some streams. Arthur Mimatt Malone recently caught several fine brown trout on Salmon River under moonlight.
The piece describes how a once despised farm cowbell gained prestige in the Bohemian Grove production. It notes the bell’s transformation from utilitarian to a melodic symbol, highlighting its chromatic range and symbolic payoff within the country setting.
The article recalls Ecuador’s two independence days on August 10 1809 and October 9 1820. It cites early Quito revolutionary actions at Macuela Canizares house and Captain Salipas securing bloodless victory, followed by Bolivar and Sucre aiding final triumph over Spanish rule.
A New York report describes a forthcoming masculine fashion called the blanket cape. The garment uses an army blanket with a detachable collar, a Napoleonic storm collar, and concealed buttons transforming into sleeves. It aims to keep warmth while offering pocket access and a poncho-like appearance.
Kent B. Stiles notes in Stamps that 1918 issued over 500 stamp varieties with potential near 600 as reports from abroad come in. He cites 1917 having 690 varieties and says wartime factors pushed up the count, with the United States dropping over fifty varieties while Britain leads with nearly 200 varieties.
In fiscal year 1918 the United States shipped nearly as many tractors to Mexico as to all other Latin American countries combined, Mexico’s share just 84 behind the total for the others. Mexico leads in exports due to government measures that exempt farming implements from import duties and by importing machinery at cost to Mexican farmers.
Farmer Harry B. Rosch traps muskrats on his bia farm near Prime Hook Neck Delaware. He earned L858 from black hives and 68 cents from red ones plus 16 cents per meat, totaling over $1,100, funding farm cultivation.
A reader HosEa discusses imperfections in remote romance heroines, critiquing them as lacking homely appeal. He describes a "button test" to judge heroines by practicality and charm, contrasting modern girls with classic Dickens heroines.
Frederick A. Col discusses US clipper ships in Boys Life noting peers praised American vessels as staunch and swift. Record voyages include Sovereign of the Seas 436 miles in one day Lightning Atlantic crossing in 13 days 20 hours and James Blaine 2500 tons Boston to Liverpool in 12 days 6 hours. The text notes America led early transatlantic steamship but later lost dominance as war began and tonnage shifted to lakes and coastwise trade.
An observer recalls a golfer entering a tournament with a strong start then faltering on the back nine and finishing with a disastrous eighteen hole score. The piece notes the crowd's reactions and a humorous moment involving a pink dress and a gratified spectator.
The readable portion questions wealth and income with garbled phrasing. It hints at statements about earning an income but the text is largely unreadable and contains many typos.
United States Department of Agriculture notes that Timothy hay best fed when plant is in full bloom for highest protein per acre and color quality, though cutting after full bloom increases weight per acre. Early cut lowers moisture and curing efficiency, while waiting until same-day harvest raises feeding value.
The yellowing disease of alfalfa is spreading in many growing areas and threatens yields. U S Department of Agriculture specialists study resistant strains, with alfalfa hybrids sown in the West to boost resistant stock for field testing.
There is more money to be made in pure-bred stock if the owner knows how to develop such stock properly for breeding and has a good market. If the stock is fattened for market it cannot be said that pure-bred stock is more profitable than high-grade stock of good type.
Advice on shipping poultry for breeding emphasizes using a purpose built coop large enough for birds to stand erect without injury. It stresses comfort and adequate height to protect the birds during transport.
Tips for profitable poultry work suggest geese as a viable option. The article notes raising goslings can yield steady income and recommends careful management to maximize chick survival and flock health.
In Harvey North Dakota on October 21 an open barrel of gasoline exploded when Dan Krall entered a garage with a lighted lantern. The blaze destroyed the garage a nearby gas and hay stacks and left Krall badly burned.
In Grafton North Dakota on October 21 a baby boy of Mr and Mrs Emilig lynd playing in the yard slipped into the flood water from the Red River area and drowned in a rain barrel. The child was missed when called for dinner.
Cooperstown North Dakota October 21 A young girl the daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Kalvi wandered from a visiting mother into another room and was found dead in a wash tub of water.
A. F. P. Yeager of the North Dakota Agricultural College advises storing carrots beets and rutabagas in dry sand in a cool cellar. Onions should be kept perfectly dry even through freezing if undisturbed. premature sprouting signals too moist air. Squashes and pumpkins store best in a warm dry place. a moist cellar harms them.
H L Waister of North Dakota Agricultural College reports rust damage on wheat varies with preceding crop. In 1920 wheat following rate shows 10 percent rust, after timothy 20, after red clover 20, after corn 20, after rye 40, after flax 40, after peas 50, after barley 50, after potatoes 10. The figures reflect a single year and year-to-year variation should be considered.
B A Stefanowicz Notary Public announces office in The Tribune building Bowbells North Dakota. The filing lists his credentials and location for authentication of documents and legal instruments.
Bee reports Townley’s aeroplane sighting near Plaxton and Bowbells with locals in attendance. Residents share Friday visits, church and club activities, X ray checks, and upcoming election talk as community ties grow stronger.
A social at Woburn hall hosted by Mr and Mrs Otto Nelson and Grandma Hanson for Afra Olte Nelsons eventful 84th birthday, with dancing and a late supper. The evening featured the Melby orchestra and a general welcome to all attendees.
The column lists Sunday visits among local families the Hill and Dale Glee Club meeting at the C. Berg place and many residents helping threshers. It mentions a hospitalization and operation for a Mrs. Haugered, a military funeral at Columbus, and various calls and visits across nearby towns with names like Tveten Kihle Horntvedt and Forthun family members.
October transfers include Ginsel and husband selling to Loute yeaa for 1600 SE 1-49-359-10. Charlie R Wilson and wife to State Bank Lignite NW 12-161-92. International School Dist No 1 Burke County to Clarence B son 1550 Lots 7 10 Ti 12 block 22 Portal. Patent to George Hrvaul. Martha Bexkedahi and husband to H 0 Kinkenbets Lots 5 and block 5 Patent to Andrew Morison. Harss fandy SW yt-4-26-10-04. October 18 patent to Martin Svenning 26-180-94.
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