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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1914
Page
4
Reported from San Luis Potosi that a large force has demanded the surrender of Mexico City from President Carbajal. General Oberezon is said to command troops near El Salitre, with authorities announcing the move from headquarters.
Washington Aug 1 The five members appointed by President Wilson took the oath of office at the Treasury department and began work under the new currency law. Plans to take over the system and open reserve banks for business within weeks are underway ahead of the board’s first formal meeting set for Thursday.
Ottawa reports Canada acquired two American built submarines from Calle. Crews and full equipment transferred. vessels now in Victoria Harbor. Canada tightens security, orders expulsions for German and Austrian consuls and aliens. German reservists in Canada to be arrested and held under guard until war ends.
A Valley City reader, Janis McCurly, shares a testimonial endorsing Dean's Kidney Pills as the remedy for backache and kidney trouble. The letter urges residents to read statements from local citizens and decide for themselves. It also notes recent careless shooting in the city and calls for police vigilance to prevent accidents.
A letter from Billy to his father praises a Granary plan and storage yard gear. He recounts visiting Mr. Jeffrey at the hunker yardh and describing a Sumatra smoke and a promising crop ahead. Billy extols quality lumber and the feature list of Granaries, stressing economy and readiness for grain storage.
Notice that Oscar Moshey and Sophia May Mosher defaulted on a mortgage to Wells and Dickey Company dated October 28 1908. Foreclosure sale set for September 28 1914 at 2 PM at the Valley City courthouse, Northeast Quarter of Section 11 Township 143 North Range 59 West. Amount due 1584.13 plus fees. mortgagee paid taxes and prior loan, included in the debt.
Swedish Lutheran services will be held next Sunday at 11:00 in Valley City and 4:00 at Hobart in the Norwegian Synod church. English services follow at 7:45 in the Synod church. Ernest A. Martell, pastor, preaches. Miss Sadie Thomas substitutes at Riverside hospital during Miss Canning’s absence at Yellowstone Park.
Flotsam and wreckage wash ashore south of the Golden Gate amid reports of a German cruiser sighting. Brass plates indicate a British vessel’s origin though officials doubt the Rainbow’s involvement. British gunboats Shearwater and Algerine are noted as the only Royal Navy ships in Pacific waters. Also mentions local school grounds upkeep by Messrs Dedrick and Severson and citizen appreciation.
Instructions from Wilbur J. Carr outline a method to transfer funds to Europe using a certified check draft or postal money order payable to the chief of the Bureau of Accounts at the State Department. Include the recipient’s full name and address, then the consulate will convert to local currency or issue a U.S. warrant for the recipient.
Washington reports data from Ambassador Page in Condon showing fewer Americans want repatriation. About 5,000 aboard ships homebound, but many now prefer to stay. Secretary Garrison says those wanting to return may be about 30,000, and doubts a rescue voyage will be needed as commercial ships may suffice.
Officials and capitol employees welcomed Governor Hanna with a decorated veranda and capitol band. E J Taylor delivered the welcome, the governor answered. The Saturday night reception was the city’s biggest event, with 2000 in attendance. The band Company A and citizens joined the executive mansion function, with speeches by the governor General Williams and others. L F Smith of Western Auto visited from Mandan to inspect Paige cars for 1915.
Local notices highlight Chamberlains Tablets praised by Mrs Rosie Rish for stomach trouble relief and note sales at Siegfried Pharmacy. Also reported are several residents leaving summer school events to visit family in Illinois and North Dakota, with others returning home for vacation.
The article argues rifle shooting can become a popular national sport by building a versatile range with three butt sizes at 25, 10, and 100 yards, shelter for year round use, and a club house. It recommends handicapping to level play, varied contests, weekly sweeps, and team breaks of clay disks to engage members and spectators.
A discussion on keeping prizes affordable to avoid turning matches into “pot hunting” events. Emphasizes amateur sport values, electing a club captain, and including new shooters. Notes women and girls can actively support clubs and benefit from range activities, with social events aiding community spirit. Miss Golda DB Nelson to study in Los Angeles after a Japanese luncheon hosted by Mrs. H. G. Arnsdorf. Also mentions L L CanteloU of Clarendon using Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with reported cure.
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