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Newspaper
The Ward County Independent
Location
Minot, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1908
Page
1
Senator Knute Nelson spoke at the Jacobaon Opera House in Minot to a large audience of farmers and admirers. He praised tariff reform, criticized Bryan and imperialism, and urged support for Republican candidates including Governor Burke’s successor.
A portrait of Knute Nelson, longtime Minnesota political figure, born in Norway and raised in poverty in Alexandria. The article recalls his military service, rise in state politics, and a humorous anecdote about his hat, plus notes on recent prison news and local lawmen.
The poem mocks Swanson for his political ambitions and partisanship. It suggests he seeks a mayoral or commissioner role and jokes about his long running focus on political battles. It portrays voters as scornful of Swanson and hints at future losses after election.
Minot’s squad routed Wiliston’s team in a merciless 40 to 0 victory. The Minot boys played well while Wiliston appeared unusually weak, with only two ends and a fullback showing potential. Concurrently Edna Carroll’s stage portrayal of We Are King drew strong crowds, praised for clever dialogue and production value. A Sawyer bank cashiers’ encounter with night prowlers ended with a shotgun firing but no injuries.
A damaged notice says the Mouse River bridge on Belgea avenue was condemned, a sign was removed after $300 in repairs, then reappeared to frighten farmers. Officials urge ignoring the sign as the bridge is sound.
The Fames Gordon and Ferguson fur sale for ladies and gentlemen will be held at the New York Store on Friday and Saturday October 30 and 31.
Edmund Carroll stars as Hector King with a strong supporting company in a refined humorous drama praised by the Toledo Blade. The production, directed by A W Cross, promises one of the season's best attractions as Carroll, a Whiteside favorite, headlines the show.
Emma Yoder finishes in Nichols district school as Mrs Sellers plans an eastward departure. Evelyn Fox returns from visit to relatives in McKenzie county. A hard times social hosted by the Christian church at the Wilton Perry home. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Burns last week. Bellevue school announces a new barn structure. I e Mast serves Baden parish duties. Elizabeth Yoder stays with Mrs Mast during absence. A quiet home wedding unites Edne Gordon and Earl McAlister with many congratulations. A shower honors Blanche Wehe of Grand Forks and EF H Ray. couple to wed at the bride’s home. Mrs J J Larsen on sick list. Brethren church hosts instructive Holy Land picture meetings. Arthur and Grant Perry travel to Williston for a Minot game. David Frantz family moves to new home purchased from O V Sellers. Mr Frantz to hire watch. Sept Allen of Morb alta region assigned to Northern Division. Supt Nixon goes to Montana Central. Elion to the Northern division. Leveredge Hamick McDonough named in district posts. Delightful reception for Senator Knute Nelson at Do Johnson home after his address. Republicans from northwestern state attend. luncheon served by Mrs Jokesom and daughters. cigars enjoyed. Mr Johnson and wife praised as entertaining hosts.
Incomplete text from an Independent item mentions C S Johnson of Westhoye describing a pitch of pipes from wells into Westhoye ten miles away and earnings from pipe work. Details are garbled and may refer to water infrastructure.
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