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Newspaper
The Ward County Independent
Location
Minot, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1908
Page
10
Minot editorials discuss a Nebraska boy sent to reform school for swearing and a Supreme Court confirmation, arguing swearing is improper and a selfish habit. They also cover Secretary Wilson on bleached flour, Senator McCumber’s eloquence, farm checks, and ongoing county and tax notices, urging editorial action and public interest in farming news.
The piece argues for a higher ideal of farming focusing on land quality, better homes, health, and citizenship. It urges farmers to strive upward, improve routines, and support one another, while noting Falls are nothing to a top rung mindset. The Souris Messenger notes a shift toward advertising by merchants to meet reader needs.
It appears Tom Molanphy of Crosby robbed Mike Hanneghan of money to be jailed for winter. He received 30 days and lamented the judge did not grant sixty. Marlin DeWet of Crosby was arrested on horse theft charges involving a stolen horse claimed to belong to Uncle Sam. Bert Ruggles is also wanted.
A brief notice advertises a five year form loan at the lowest rates with an office located in the new Optic blog. The item highlights Grant 8 Youmans as the contact or provider and invites readers to inquire at the office for terms.
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