Views of the Slope and W C T U Fight Over Liquor Permits
A community battle in Minot pits the Women’s Christian Temperance Union against druggists, with church leaders and local attorneys crossing paths. The group mobilizes residents to oppose liquor sales while courting political change ahead of a legislative session. A minister delivers a fiery sermon urging action as ward women press for stricter liquor controls.
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Creaser
Minot
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Wto
Pete Roth
Eregalion
Hollett
Bishes
Bis
Bos
North Dakota
Parochial FePuel and Temperance Clash in Wilketon
Reports from Williston and surrounding areas describe temperance agitation led by Rev Henness and Mrs Henness, attempts to revoke liquor permits, and a carbolic acid incident involving Mrs G L Henness. A drug store defended its permit while clerics urged abolition of liquor permits. Authorities note that alcohol is the only antidote mentioned and a minister signed an affidavit under pressure. The piece also mentions local happenings including library plans, railroad work, and rural telephone improvements.
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G. L. Henness
Willstin
Menness
Acreeie
North
Dakow
Sleusess
Henness
Wilketon
Brownell
Wis
New Oil Field Found Near Edgeley Claims Vast Deposits
Ten thousand acres near Edgeley leased for drilling as operators prepare equipment and crews. Government oversight and rapid exploration plans noted, with headquarters at Edgeley and nearby towns expected to coordinate pipeline and licensing while farmers eye potential impacts.
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Edgeley
Edgetey
Perper
Kamae
Farmer Demonstrates Superior Squaw Corn Growth
Oliver county farmer Mr Smith showcased Squaw corn from his farm near the Missouri river at Poll on the Misouri, claiming the seed yields high kernel count and tall stalks. He planted the alt Squaw seed, harvested samples in Blamarek, with ripening around Sept 1 and corn benching evenly across the field.
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Sanger
Oliver
Misouri
Smith
Gernele
Oliver County
Blamarek
Mr. Smith
Seized by Sheriff in Williston Reshapes Regional Equity
A partial OCR reading reports a sheriff seizure in Williston tied to eastern regional interests. The notice mentions an equity stake, wage payments, and a large sum of money connected to Minnesota, with names such as Stewart and Lampman associated with the action.
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Williston
Easters
Lampman
Stewart
Minnesota
Counterfeit $20 Passed On Train Near Mandan Jail
A man passed a counterfeit $20 bill at Mandan depot restaurant on No. 2. Sheriff McGillis arrested him aboard the train after recognizing the bill from a clerk. The suspect denies it was counterfeit, but faces charges as the case proceeds. Nearby towns report crime and a drought strains resources as oil and minerals draw attention.
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Mandan
Marek
Staurant
Lebriser
Theney
Miose
Cbe
Manila
Dahous
Auto wreck cripples men after hill chase
In McKenzie County a collision occurred while a Williston attorney, Gar Burnea, was returning home from a murder trial hearing. The automobile suffered loss of power, overturned on a hill, and burned after a high speed escape attempt. Becker and a companion walked nine miles to safety.
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Williston
Gar Burnea
Miermey
T. S Becker Rodo
McKensie County
Shamer
McKenzie
Tus
Becker
Engineer Hart in accident at roundhouse injury
Harry Sims, an engineer on the Great Northern, was injured in a roundhouse incident at M eats. He had just brought in his engine and, while exiting, was struck by a heavy front tire that toppled onto him. Medical care was given, but the wounds require long healing.
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Harry Sims
Great Northern
M+ eats
Sims
Northiwestern
Penota
Canady
Canada
Glascaw
Mont
Hii
Canadian Territory
Gains in Bank Clearances Boost Fargo City Trade
Fargo shows a 7 percent rise in bank clearances last week with main gains in two firms while other sectors remain flat. Report notes stronger regional economy amid campaign talk and a local senator plan to stay in North Dakota this winter.
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Fargo
McCumber
Wahyolon Bow
Nort
Dakota
Tan
Tate
Fugitive Shot in Neck During Escape Attempt
Milwaukee resident Pail Koloski, a Pintander, was shot in the neck as he fled a marshal en route to jail. A second shot fired during the chase may have hit him in the head. Koloski was captured after the incident. authorities in Joewer county had no action yet.
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Pail Koloski
Bert
Bavhue
Marshal 1
Obnstwad Koloski
Olight
Excape
Feltine
Gail
Will
Koroski
Koloski
Kyioki
Milwaukee
Jowner County
Slashes Legs to Save Soul and Death Tale
A garbled report describes a Fort Totten incident involving Hehota Grey Horn. It claims a relative bought a knife and cut herself to protect Hehota while a Great Northern freight train boundary incident is noted. The piece mixes travel, legal, and railway expansion themes with unclear chronology.
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Hehota
Grey Horn
Great Northern
Cloudburst at Hettinger Floods County Office and Reservoir
A flood damaged the Adame County tech office and basement last week with losses estimated from 100 to 1500 dollars. A Milwaukee railroad reservoir upstream rose to capacity, flooding forty acres to depths of three to ten feet.
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Hellinger
Claude
Print- Inc
Adame County Tech Ord
Milwaukee Railroad
Pennsylvania Railroad completes four track line section
The railroad completes a two mile section between Yinsard and Newton Hamilton, with plans for a full track system between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
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Wien
Pennsylvania Railroad
Betwen Yinsard
Newton Hamilton
Munty
Pittsburg
Turbulent Nordic Scene Reflects Epidemics Politics and Royal Visits
The article narrates a sweeping blend of events across Norway and Europe, detailing a sharp epidemic of smallpox, a land border dispute with high crown stakes, and a push for an ambitious modernization plan. It notes royal visits, international medical figures, and symbolic projects like Karl X. Gustaf’s statue in Stockholm, while highlighting ongoing political appointments and public health concerns affecting governance and society. The text also touches on cultural figures such as a Danish singer touring Britain, framing a turbulent era with mixed domestic and international developments.
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