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Newspaper

The Weekly Times Record

Location

Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1917

Page

6

Penitentiary Inmates to Make Auto Tags in North Dakota

Secretary of State Thomas Hall studies the cost of metal stamping for automobile tags at the state penitentiary. A report to the board of control will decide if production moves forward. Estimates show prison-made tags at nine cents per set, a potential saving of over 60 percent and funds could support highway improvements. The plan could later expand to road signs for the highway commission. Also note: Green Township Baptist ladies hold annual bazaar at Gust Mikkelson farm on Aug 4.

Bismarck dJuly Thomas Hall State Penitentiary Hall Board of Control Fiall Itta General Highway Commission Baptist Ladies of Green Township Gust Mikkelson

Has Both Arms Broken Falls From Haystack at Long Farm

A Long farm accident near LaMoure left Fred Long with both forearms broken when a heavy hay stack toppled onto him during stacking. His brother Will rushed him to town, where medical care was provided. He remained restive overnight but is recovering. the incident halted work on the stack.

LaMoure Chronicle Long Farm Fred Long Fred Mr. Long Will

Soldiers Guests of Catholic Society

The Catholic Altar Society entertained 150 soldiers from Company G and H at the parish hall last Monday night. The event featured khaki clad guests, national colors, and a lunch praised by all. Father Baker gave a warm welcome and spoke on Christian democracy. Captain Ritchie delivered a memorable speech amid heat and high spirits.

The Catholic Altar Society Company G Company Hf Father Baker Coptain Ritchie

Washington Sees First Draft Board Data Delayed

Washington officials await the initial draft board selections to gauge the likely rejection rate among 10 million registrants for physical defects or dependents. Early statistics suggest one in four may be rejected for disability, with industrial exemptions and dependents affecting totals.

Washington

Norway Faces Serious Food Shortage Under Embargo Threat

An official Norwegian food commission led by Dr Fridtjof Nansen arrived from Copenhagen to seek a U S Norway food import accord. The panel warned Norway must import about two thirds of grain and over half of fats, risking serious consequences if embargoes cut supplies. Nansen said about 30 percent of merchant fleet was lost to submarines, with all ships now tied to trade between Norway, the United States, and Entente nations.

Ofcial Food Commission Sev Fridtjoff Nansen Artic Explorer United States Copenhagen Norway Great Britain Nansen Amphatic Germany Dr. Nansen

District Board Has Big Powers for Exemptions

A government notice from Washington outlines that local boards decide most exemptions while district boards have final say on industrial and agricultural discharge claims. The provost marshal general states miners remain at work, and appeals to his office achieve nothing under existing regulations. Eligible men should apply to their local board and only seek district review if necessary.

Washington Crowder Coal Production Committee Wilson Diatrick Board Home Board New York City

Local Socials and Travel Notes From LaMoure Chronicle

LaMoure Chronicle reports residents visiting Valley City Fort Ransom and Lake McDonald trips. Mr and Mrs Mason and friends hosted at Sanderson home. several auto trips to Valley City and Fort Ransom. Attorney L S B Ritchie and daughter Ann plan a vacation via Dent Minnesota Lake McDonald and a Mississippi houseboat cruise.

LaMoure Mason Laura Sanderson Sheyenne Fort Ransom J. C. Dills W. J. Kirst C. . Crum Mise Mabel Nelson Valley City Eferyl Mississippi River

Eckelson Couple United in Marriage at Scouten Home

Charles R. Scouten and Miss Ethel Davies, both of Eckelson, wed at 8 p m Thursday July 19 in the Scouten home with Rev. Frank Atkinson officiating. The couple will reside on the Scouten farm near Eckelson. The bride, once employed at the First National Bank of Sanborn and later at Eckelson State Bank, is warmly regarded. The Enterprise extends best wishes for a long, happy life.

Sanborn Charles R. Scouten Ethel Davies Eckelson Scouten Frank Atkinson Central Congregational Church of First National Bank of Sanborn Eckelson State Bank

Were Married in Minneapolis Saturday

Enderlin friends celebrate the marriage of Joe S. Underwood of Enderlin and Miss Elizabeth H. Peake of Valley City at Gethsemane church in Minneapolis last Saturday afternoon. The couple spent time at Lake Minnetonka before the groom reported to Fort Snelling for Officers' Training. Joe, an Enderlin native, earned an appointment through National Guard service on the Mexican border and is expected to receive a commission soon. The bride is the daughter of Major and Mrs. A. Peake of Valley City. The article notes strong support from Enderlin friends and wishes for a happy life together. It also references side items from Tower City and Valley City society notices.

Enderlin Joe S. Underwood Elizabeth H. Peake Valley City Gethsemane Church Minneapolis Lake Minnetonka Ft. Snelling Joe National Guard Fred Underwood A. Peake

Doan's Kidney Pills Back Ailment Relief

A Valley City reader testifies Doan's Kidney Pills revived sluggish kidneys and eased back pain. Mrs. Mary Schmidt recalls dull ache across the small of the back, with ineffective kidney action, and credits the remedy with lasting relief despite occasional minor returns. Price 60¢ at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY. The State Board of Education says exams for state professional certificates run August 6 to 10 in Valley City Grand Forks Minot and Bismarck with two levels. The ad also notes Mankato Commercial College recommending trained bookkeepers and stenographers for office work.

Valley City Dean Mary Schmidt Elim Street Doan State Board of Education Grand Forks Minot Bismarck

Real Estate Mortgage Foreclosure Notice in Barnes County

Notice of default on a mortgage by Frank Nilson and Sirianna Nilson to John Arnt dated October 25, 1911. Foreclosure sale set for August 4, 1917 at Valley City courthouse to satisfy $788.83 plus costs. property: NW quarter of Section 29, Township 138, Range 58, Barnes County North Dakota.

Frank Nilson Sirianna Nilson John Arnt Barnes County North Dakota Valley City

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