Chautauqua Sunday Draws 1800 for Major Hunt Talk
Crowds from county districts and beyond gathered at Chautauqua on a hot Sunday afternoon to hear Major C. E. Hunt speak about his France trip and North Dakota troops. The Municipal band, readings by Dorothy Jagd, and patriotic songs preceded Hunt’s informative account, touching on troops overseas and the first and second regiments’ bands. Secreary Moe aided the event, while local incidents such as J. Whitcher’s hay-field mishap added a note of humor to the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnesounty
Chautauqua
C. E. Hunt
France
Dorothy Jagd
W. T. Craswell
Knute Brenan
J. B. Meyer
L. B. McMullen
Florence Hedstrum
Major Hunt
Gove
North Dakota
Ritchie
Cane
Henry
Secreary Moe
Funeral of Ernest Myhre Brings large local turnout
The funeral for Ernest Myhre was held at the Congregational church with escort by the Uniform Bank K P Elks and G A R members. President George A McFarland delivered the obituary address praising the late citizen who died while in government service. Burial followed at Woodbine cemetery. Rev Danielson led the service and Martin Somdahl acted as funeral director. A large crowd gathered to honor a young man known for his manly qualities and good citizenship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest 0. Myhre
Congregational Church
Uniform Bank K. P
The
Elks
George A. McFarland
Woodbine Cemetery
Rev. Danielson
Martin Somdahl
North Dakota Troops in Service Noted by Times
The New York Times lists North Dakota troops among brigades and divisions now in active service along with other national units. It names the 27th and 77th divisions and the Sunset Division, detailing their origins and roles as the nation mobilizes for battle. The Times-Record editor urges local readers to share home news to improve reporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
North Dakota
Marchn
Sth
John E. McMahon
Guard
National Army
New York State
John F. O'Ryan
77Th
Camp Upton
New York City
Long Island
Hudson River
Far West
1St Corps
Hunter Liggett
Times- Record
Light Always Ready No Danger of Fire
A concise public notice advertises constant lighting safety with no major fire risk. It promotes affordable daily costs of only a few cents, emphasizing reliability and low expense for households. The brief missive frames lighting as a safe, economical choice.
North Dakota Constitution Amendments Referenced by Resolution
A concurrent resolution proposes amendments to North Dakota constitution sections 121 of Article 5 and Article 6 regarding electoral qualifications. It calls for publication, legislative submission, and voter approval at the 1920 general election, detailing residency requirements and eligibility for United States citizens and citizens of Indian descent voters.
Changing Name of State Reform School to State Thain ing School
To amend Section 21 of Article 19 of the Constitution by omitting the word Reform and by adding the word Semi Chapter 86 Session Laws 1917.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Reform School
State Thain~ing School
North Dakota constitutional amendment on state institutions locations
The proposed measure, passed by both houses, relocates state institutions within North Dakota. It designates sites for government, university, normal schools, and hospitals including Bismarck, Grand Forks, Fargo, Valley City, Devils Lake, Mandan, Jamestown, and near Grafton, detailing land grants and endowments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merton
House of Representatives
North Dakota
Senate
North
United States
Bismarck
Burleigh
State University and School of Mines
Grand Forks
Agricultural College
Fargo
Fourth
Valley City
Barnes
School For the
Deaf and Dumb
Devils Lake
Sumney
Mandan
Venithy
Guy le Mayrine
Jail
Congress
Mayvi
Jamestown
Tutum
Grafton
Walsh
Interio
Little Girl Breaks Arm In Store Fall
The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Dreyer fell from a stool at Anderson Clothing Company on Tuesday and fractured her arm below the elbow. Dr. A. W. Macdonald treated the injury and reduced the fracture. the child is progressing as well as can be expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H. Dreyer
Anderson Clothing Company
A. W. Macdonald
North Dakota Amendment Proposal on Constitution Read
The Senate and House submit a proposed amendment to Article 11 Section 17% of the North Dakota Constitution for approval at the next general election. It details the process for qualified voters and the Legislative Assembly to act under Section 202 provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moe Dakota
Senate
State of
North Dakota
Constitution Amendment on School Funds and Farm Land Loans
The notice describes amending Section 162 of Article 9 to prevent investing school funds in bonds of other states and to authorize loans on farm lands up to half their value. It references Chapter 94 Session Laws 1917, and lists a district or act identifier No. 165-Lathrop.
North Dakota School Funds Amendment Proposal Text
Amending the Constitution to invest school funds only in state bonds or related securities. The proposal sets limits and types of investments including school corporation bonds, county and township bonds within the state, U S and North Dakota bonds, and federally backed mortgage notes. Approval or rejection to occur at the next general election per Section 202.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
Bti Dakota
Sena
United States
Board of Appraisal
North Dakota Secretary Certifies Constitutional Amendments
State of North Dakota Garleigh county secretary of state certifies that the attached amendments are full true and complete copies proposed by the Fifteenth Legislative Assembly and to be referred to the Sixteenth Assembly. Dated at the Capitol in Bismarck July 6, 1941.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garleigh
Thomas Hall
North Dakota
Binmarck
Summons in Barnes County District Court
County of Barnes suit against Olof Olson and unknown heirs or claimants to Lots 3 4 5 6 in section 24 township 140 range 60 Barnes County North Dakota. Defendants urged to answer within 30 days or default judgment will follow. Notice also states no personal claim against defendants. Published July 25 to Aug 29. Also classified notice listing a seven room modern house for sale at 3500 with terms to suit by E B Cole.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archie Miller
North Dakota
District Court
Valley City
N. D
Lee Combs & L. S. B. Ritchie
Barnes County
Combs & L
B. Ritchie
Them's Our Sentiments Poem About a Caged Eagle
A poet laments a caged eagle in a park, contrasting confinement with freedom. The verse appeals to patriots to free the bird, invoking liberty and ancestral heroes who pursued freedom beyond mountains and skies. A stray line questions another animal, a lone owl and Bruin, addressing the doctor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tam
Bird of Freedom
Grand Theater to Show The Unbeliever Film
The Grand will screen The Unbeliever this Friday and Saturday, the Edison Studios adaptation of Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews. Stars Raymond McKee and Marguerite Courtot, with Marine Corps cooperation including scenes at Quantico. The production is described as thrilling and sensational, praised by critics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Theater
Edison Studios
Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews
Raymond McKee
Marguerite Courtot
United States Marine Corps
Marine Cantonment
Quantico
Virginia
Valley City Man Endorses Doan’s Kidney Pills
John M. Koehn of Ninth Avenue and Third Street reports strong relief from backache headaches and dizziness after using Doan’s Kidney Pills. He notes the remedy strengthens kidneys and eases cold related kidney issues. Price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY distributors approve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley City
John M. Koehn
Ninth Avenue
Third Street
Doan
Dean
Mr. Koehn
Foster-Milburn Co
Mfers
Buffalo
N. Y
Harvest activity and social notes in Sheyenne Valley
In Sheyenne Valley harvest is in full swing with frequent local visits and work assignments. Residents like G O Aas, John F Henrikson, Jens Rensby, Melvin Rensby, Henry G Aas, and Carl Henrikson are noted for harvest labor and errands to Kathryn Fingal and Valley City. Community events include church services on Sunday Aug 18 at 3 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. O. Aas
Kathryn
John F. Henrikson
Julius Henrikson
Joe Michen
C. Nelson
Melvin Rensby
Henry G. Aas
Jens Rensby
Hilda Opsahl
Clara
Agnes Aas
Oscar E. Aas
James G.thoreson
Helma Henrikson
Valley City
Carl Henrikson
Esther Henrikson
Ida Aas
James G. Thoreson
Sheyenne Valley
Martha Olstad
Valley City Man Tires of Life in Minnesota Pasture
The Minneapolis Journal reports Valley City North Dakota resident Christ Meeling found dead by hanging in a pasture near Senator Knute Nelson. Meeling fled his home June 17 claiming intent to hang himself, ending a six week manhunt. He leaves a wife and seven children. locals say he is not known in Alexandria, Minnesota, and readers with information are asked to contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis Journal
Alexandria
Minn
Christ Meeling
Valley City
N. D
Knute Nelson
Meeling
Jone
Barnes County Boy Is Wounded in War News
A telegram from Leal confirms Sergeant Howard D. Ege former Leal public schools principal who enlisted in 1917 and served in Battery F 17th Asto has been wounded. Phone note says no details yet and local friends express concern as the war touches home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard D. Ege
Leal
Eeve Svery Serio
W G Crocker Named Sugar Distribution Director in North Dakota
W G Crocker of Lisbon has been appointed director of sugar distribution under Dr E F Ladd federal food administrator for North Dakota and assumed duties yesterday. Known as Uncle Will to teachers and pupils, he has long published school magazines and primers. The department will process thousands of applications from merchants and dealers, with all state sugar allotments handled through his unit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Crocker
Lisbon
E. F. Ladd
North Dakota
Uncle Will
Mr. Crocker
Rotary
Valley City Junk Buyers Advertise Scraps and Prices
An advertisement from Valley City Ron and Metal Company seeks scrap metal including rubber, copper, brass, and iron. It promises prompt responses, invites inquiries on prices, and urges callers to press ahead before selling. The snippet also notes a July wedding in LaMoure, detailing Mr Harry A Scovel and Miss Elizabeth Memnick as newlyweds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley City
RON and Metal Company
Harry A. Scovel
Elizabeth Memnick
LaMoure
N. D
J. 5S. Wilds
the Methodis
Episcopal Church
Minnesota
la Moure
Scovel
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Ecubien
Oot & Bowne
Brocmfield
M. J. Arar
J. H. Whitcher
Bose
Barnes County Implement Company
J. Hi
Ernest
Myhre
Lalley Electric
Rudolph Geselius
Licht
Sixteenth Legislative Assembly
Senate of the
Tate
Legislative Assembly
United Stat
S—Harria
Lathrop
State OF North Dakota
Fifth Judicial District
Olof Olson
Cole
Peyton Broad Rea
P. B. Gravely Tobacco Company
Danville, Virginia
J. E. Featherstone
Bruin
Denzal Wharton
Oriska soBenday
Otel
W.G. Crocker
A. P. Anderson
Forsyth
Ment
Bowie
Mr. Anderson
Theetts
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