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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1921
Page
4
The Courier News condemns careless railroad crossing behavior and urges mutual caution by the public and rail crews. It surveys A C Townley’s nonpartisan league policy shift, noting leadership tensions, recalls, and potential future influence on state politics amid wartime and payroll concerns.
The group argues it cannot again electorally sustain strictly nonpartisan officials, while not declaring it dead. It seeks practical legislation benefiting all Kansans, including Ganners, and to push such laws through leaders who are pragmatic farmers. A.J. Alive Larence Shiily of Mitchell Dak is named as a candidate for governor, a move seen as unlikely to win.
The state banking board in Ceru will reduce the number of receivers handling closed banks. About 80 receivers will consolidate duties and focus on asset realization, eliminating roughly 85 positions and saving about 350 dollars daily in legal salaries. The move favors stockholders over those removed, signaling increased economy.
The Devils Lake Journal notes Britain seeks to end the Anglo Japanese pact as key Allied positions converge with the American delegation. Britain aims to reduce submarine allotments and may push a tripartite understanding with America on Far Eastern issues, easing American diplomatic burdens.
Miss Mary Downey, librarian and director of the state library commission, spoke before the Community Club in the Commercial Club rooms. She described the county library movement, its national history, and how county libraries serve rural and urban areas, with book loans by auto and parcel post at no cost. She praised North Dakota’s potential and urged support from club women, teachers, and the public to push legislation for county libraries. Valley City noted as launch point for the campaign, with steps toward organizing county support.
Wednesday’s Daily Say it with Music notes V M S 7 op H M Stroud of Wimbledon visits Valley City to handle business. County commissioners meet on routine county business. Elmer Cowdrey travels to Garrile ND and will be away until Friday. Mr and Mrs Harley McLain visit from near Eckelson. Mrs Peterson from Rochester reports rapid improvement and plans to return home soon. Richard Biginus, caretaker of Congregational church, suffers appendicitis but showing signs of recovery. C W Julian United States Tire Company rep visits City, staying at Hotel Kindred. Rev N C Skauge Twin Valley orphanage manager attends to orphanage matters.
H R Topping of the state highway commission at Bismarck is in the city today to oversee road building operations in the county. A B Cox, who has been in Bismarck, returns to the city and will stay at the Rodell Hotel to complete business before relocating to Bismarck. Rob Jobston of Jobston Manufacturing company of Owatonna Minnesota, jewelers, visited Valley City yesterday for business and attended the Rotary luncheon.
Workmen install window shades at the post office improving light control for employees. Bill DuVall Jr. a carrier, is out sick with flu while Bill Sr. continues delivering papers. Home Economics club met at Mrs. Matt Krogh’s with a productive session. John Bloomberg’s wife at the local telephone office plans a two week vacation to the Twin Cities. Harald Webster covers during Bloomberg’s absence. Postmaster W W Smith notes Mrs. Smith will return from San Diego by December 12 while her ill mother Mrs. Ridgeway shows improvement.
The piece describes a social evening with fancy work and a luncheon, noting three golf enthusiasts lured by pleasant weather to the Country Club after the event. It highlights gifts received, social activities, and a shared passion for golf among local citizens.
At a Waldorf Hotel Fargo meeting, Tom Calnan was chosen as president of the North Dakota County Agents Association. The article notes discretion in naming individuals and mentions golf in North Dakota in December and a large upcoming selection within the association.
About a dozen men reported for the first practice at the college gym with veterans Tracy Bowen Cook Bakken and other last year stars present. The group worked out and prospects look bright for a stronger team than last year. Meanwhile the People’s Society of Lie Seaydinagian M. G. church plans its animal sale at the church parlor this evening with a short program and lunch. all are invited to buy Christmas gifts.
A Hatton Free Press letter condemns weekly influx of outside sellers of liquor praising home industry. The writer claims many stills exist locally to produce and urges supporting local production and keeping money in the community.
Mesdames Lee Ferguson and R. Simpson hosted a 20 guest 41 30 luncheon at Mrs. Simpson’s home. Bridge yielded high score for Mrs. Joe Jones and consolation to Mrs. Burt Stern. Later Mrs. Christianson and Mrs. Harry Upton hosted card guests with six handed euchre and high score prize to Mrs. C. C. Anderson. An enjoyable luncheon and good time were reported.
Announcement from Governor Nestos confirms A B Cox of this city as his permanent private secretary. E B Cox, son of A B Cox, has served in the role since the inauguration. Friends praise the selection, citing Cox's wide experience and familiarity with state affairs.
The council reports a reduction in residence rates by one cent and a four tenths cent cut for commercial lighting, with power rate lowered by one half cent and steam heating at ten cents per thousand BTU. The move signals administration efforts to act in residents' interest, though the change is modest.
A thrilling Curwood production with mystery and a striking love story set among snow, wolves, and huskies. Featuring a Royal Northwest Mounted Police sergeant, the film promises gripping adventure and danger. Showtimes Friday and Saturday at the Grand.
A dozen ladies celebrated Miss Kate Paddon’s birthday on Fifth Avenue with singing and entertainment, followed by a luncheon for sixteen and departure of guests at a late hour. Howard Bakken, former North Dakota basketball player, coaches Hebron high school, whose team a fourth straight win over Taylor 34 to 1, is anticipated as strong this season.
The high school basketball squad prepares for Friday night’s home opener against Wimbledon as the team aims to build on recent strong showings. Rumors put them as state title contenders, inviting public verdict on their prospects. The same evening features the good roads banquet at the Rudolf Hotel with about 60 attendees enjoying a solid program and talks on state road work led by Secretary Holbein.
An association outlined its organization and reported strong results. Senator Mees of Mandan discussed a constitutional amendment to create a highway commission to secure state and federal aid for roads. Senator Moes and Prof J B Meyer spoke approvingly, with town leaders praised for the gathering’s success.
The focal chapter held a well attended meeting to elect officers for the lumberage year Pred Calby was re elected Noble Grand for a third term J Wredrickson was reelected secretary for a fourth term and TA Brown was chosen Vice Grand After elections initiations were conducted and a luncheon was served Brother Mc Pherson spoke to the group The Odd Fellows are a lively city organization with pleasant meetings
Dr. B A Pray announces a telegram from his son Russell arriving in Los Angeles after a six month journey as wireless operator on the S. B West Henshaw. He visited major Pacific cities in China Japan Hawaii and the Philippines and plans a short stop in Los Angeles before returning to Valley City. Russell has overcome long illness and is praised for his determination to succeed.
Rotarian members held their weekly luncheon at the Rudolf Hotel. Hank Sampson and Bob Simpson led as chairs with Gene Pegg and Len Ward assisting. Members entertained through stories songs dances and similar feats, producing a lively and well enjoyed gathering.
Tuesday local visitor notes include Mrs. Walter McDonald in Hazelton Mrs. Anderson and Judge Knauf of Jamestown in town for business circle. District court reviews Bordwell v Darkenwald over sheep damage near Leal with judgment to plaintiff C J Lee v Krug rent case decided. Northern Pacific cashier R C Richards seen with a happy smile despite the day's routine.
A baby boy was born to the Richards family at Valley City Clinic. Mother and son are doing nicely and the father is receiving congratulations from well wishers.
In fine weather, merchants urge residents to visit town with a suggested advertisement. They note yesterday's crowd was light and promote strong values to boost business this weekend.
Abe Sturt Dick Dahmen L Wold and Hal Diyight visited Carrington last Sunday and enrolled ten new members for the Valley City U C T Council. They plan to return late January to initiate the new members as Carrington prepares to host neighbors and showcase renewed activity.
The Nuens and Anderson partnership has dissolved with Mr Nuens taking over the business and continuing to serve customers. Mr Anderson is retiring due to a long standing leg injury and wishes a full recovery and success in his future endeavors.
A warm current under the mill dam weakens ice downstream making it unsafe for skating. Despite recent mild weather the ice is fragile, and officials urge discontinuing skating on the cleared area at the State Teachers College footbridge until colder conditions restore safety.
Secretary Halbein of the Good Roads Association reports a July 1921 peak in state road work with 1600 men and 1200 teams, excluding a Bismarck bridge project. The operation included numerous machines such as 425 jump wagons 30 tracks 36 slip scrapers 50 blaze graders 56 elevating graders 20 concrete mixers and two steam shovels. Road work touched almost every county and plans for more federal aid are in motion.
Next Tuesday afternoon December 13 Valley City hosts a 4 p.m. program at Lincoln School with Judge Englert speaking on Our Children and Closer Cooperation of Parents and Teachers Miss Sanderson presents Child of Peculiar Temperament, as the Education and Child Welfare Department of the Community Club extends a cordial invitation to all parents and teachers to attend
Sheriff Engebret Larson saw a poorly clothed, one armed man on the platform. He advised the man to seek warmth at the courthouse where care could be provided. A prisoner named Pat Murphy gave the man his eye, and Murphy later fell ill. he was moved to Riverside Hospital for treatment.
Veterans call off tonight s session after reports of early practice by high school and college squads. Valley City s Legion team aims to field a strong lineup this season after a solid showing last winter and has drawn requests for games from outside teams. Neil Tracy, a Eaton star, broke his ankle last summer but jokes he ran a rabbit three miles last Sunday and believes his ankle will hold for basketball. The schedule is expected to be released soon.
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