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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1920
Page
2
A dense North Dakota political roundup covers Roosevelt and Cox rhetoric, Brinton and Waters disputes, senator Baer’s independent bid, Ickes backing Cox, and editor Diesem taking the Minot Daily News helm. It notes woman suffrage momentum in Tennessee and North Dakota, teaching shortages, and debates over campaign funds and economy.
The Republican Congress pushed for sound business methods and enacted measures to reform railroads and shipping, develop water power, rehabilitate injured soldiers, and promote vocational education. Efforts to repeal wartime powers faced Wilsonian opposition, while debate over the League of Nations delayed action on many plans.
The Grand Forks Herald questions the honesty of North Dakota leaders and media figures who praised Jim Waters Brinton and Townley while accusing them of misleading farmers. The piece contrasts bank roles and business ventures with claims of patriotic citizenship and asks if farmers see through the camouflage.
A Chicago speech linked Franklin D Roosevelt to Theodore Roosevelt, noting their fifth cousin relation and suggesting use of the Roosevelt name to attract voters. The piece mocks political tactics and references Dewey, Manila, and other figures while weaving in era-era politics and headlines.
In an interview Warren GC, the Republican candidate for the 7 gain, asserts that if the government and supporters had sufficiently explained American ideals and liberties to incoming foreigners, misinterpretations of the Constitution would lessen trouble in the country. The remark reflects the views of a portion of the public.
In Jamestown and surrounding North Dakota scenes the Roosevelt name is used to frame the campaign, critics debate Franklin D Roosevelt’s role and policies, while Harding is attacked as a leader. The piece notes a push for bipartisan effort to combat socialism and calls for focus on state issues amid national debates.
Litchville Bulletin reports Steve Kohn harvested 45 acres yielding 1350 bushels of grain, an average of 30 bushels per acre. The tally reflects a strong yield for the season and showcases efficient threshing results.
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