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Newspaper

The Weekly Times Record

Location

Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1920

Page

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Memorial Home to be built in Fargo for pioneers

Rev Ele of Fargo in city to represent North Dakota Children’s Home Society. Memorial Hall will be established in the new building with relics and biographical information for pioneers. Hazel Miner Corner to honor the brave girl of 1920 near Center, Oliver County. Fundraising has reached nearly $1000.

Fargo North Dakota Idren Wakota P.tal Tae Pre Heny St. Paul Minn Center Oliver County

Barnes County Farm Bureau Eyes 1500 Membership Goal

Barnes County Farm Bureau officers estimate 1500 members may join as weekly drive starts. W. E. Grant of Cuba Township notes this is a low estimate and canvassers, aided by a daylong effort, plan three meetings in Getchell Nome and Hastings with 2 pm and 7:15 pm sessions. A Valley City school for canvassers and an extension representative from the Agricultural College will attend all events. Executive committee members include A. J. McInnes president Vernon Grant vice president Howard Willson secretary treasurer and E. H. Emery R. A. Wegi Darey Dies Jas Thoresen and Mrs Nick Runck.

Barnes County Farm Bureau W. E. Grant Cuba Township Valley City Getchell School Nome Hastings Extension Department The Agricultural College Barnes County Bureau American Farm Bureau Federation A. J. McéInnes Vernon Grant Howard Willson E. H. Emery R. A. Wegi Darey Dies Jas Thoresen Fingal Nick Runck Leal

Schedule of Bas Basketball Games for Valley City High School

Valley City High School announces a basketball schedule with games at Valley City Deg. 17 Benbow January 7 Leal January open February 4 Casselton February 3 or 5 Bismarck February 25 ee pa January 21 Jamestown January 28 Bismarck January 29 Mandan February 11 Jamestown February 14 Casselton.

Valley City Benbow Leal Casselton Bismarck Ee Pa Jamestown Mandan

Valley City High School Opens Season with Win Over Wimbledon

Valley City High School defeated Wimbledon High 40 to 13 in the 1920-21 season opener played in the new gymnasium. Captain Larsen led Valley City with solid shooting and passing as Coach Fagin mixed lineups. Next game is against Sanborn on February 17.

Valley City Wimbledon High School Gmnasium Valley Wimbledon Larsen Fagin Sanborn Ber

Farmers Rally for Farm Bureau in Barnes County

A City Hall meeting drew about sixty farmers under Barnes County Farm Bureau to learn about the bureau and its benefits. Several signed up, others planned to consider it. similar meetings were held in Getchell with twenty six attendees, and further sessions were planned in Nome and Hastings amid growing farmer support. Ward County recently reported 90 percent support for the bureau.

Barnes County Farm Bureau Farm Bureau Getchell Leeting Nome Hastings Ward County Minot

Enerson Aims for San Diego Trip This Winter

O B Enerson plans to depart Monday for San Diego California with Mrs Enerson joining. The move aims to balance winter arrangements as weather in North Dakota remains a concern and there is hope for positive outcomes with spring expectations and travel.

O. B. Enerson San Diego California O. P Feela North Dakota

Armistice Day Letter From Ghazir Orphanage Beirut 1920

L.G. Moultrie writes from Ghazir Orphanage in Beirut on Armistice Day 1920. He notes Harding’s victory, worries about the Townley Lemke Brinton ticket in North Dakota, and describes caring for about 750 orphans with 100 plus staff. He explains shoe-making, clothing, schooling, and Near East Relief aid, plus weather, a broken wrist, and plans for a Thanksgiving community dinner in Beirut.

Ghazir Beirut Syria Harding North Dakota Townley- Lemke-Brinton Near East Relief Henry Valley City

Runner accuses Police Chief in Cooperstown liquor case

Cooperstown N D December 11 Harold Rayndal jailed on liquor sale charge says Chief N Jones took 11 bottles from his car days ago while records show only one bottle surrendered to sheriff. Rayndal, well known locally, claims he arrived November 27 with 18 bottles and sold part. Jones reports taking two bottles, one full one empty, with an eyewitness confirming the exchange.

Cooperstown N. D Harold Rawndal N. Jones Jones Rayndal Equity Cooper

Subscriptions Cut Off for Arrears Imminent

A note warns subscribers in arrears will have service halted until payments are settled. The message stresses timely settlement to avoid disruption and reflects ongoing collection efforts by the service provider. Local officials or the company name are not specified in the readable text.

Red Stocking Club aids Florence Crittenton Home

Fund drive for the Red Stocking Club at the Florence Crittenton Home in Fargo supports clothing for girls with babies rather than toys. Members contribute any amount to H. W. Geary, the treasurer, aiding girls aged about sixteen to seventeen living at the home. Local notes mention K. S. Ramsett and Zack leaving for Fargo to pursue new work.

Pargo Red Stocking Club Florence Crittenton H. W. Geary Fargo N. D K. S. Ramsett Fingal Zack The Peoples Opinion Courierews

Bargain Offered In This Trade Card

An ad offers a ready to wear bathing suit in exchange for a pair of skates. The seller notes the signer’s name is missing and jokes about warm weather returning and King Winter. Cautions about Christmas shopping timing and clothing choices follow with light humor about weather. Mr. S. P. Brown visits the Times-Record office from Browndale Ranch to request delivery to Potsdam for three months. The PEO sisterhood plans a meeting at Mrs. J. Van Houten’s home on Monday evening December 13 at 8 o'clock.

Winter 8. P. Brown Browndale Ranch Carey Times-Record Times- Record Potsdam Brown T. R New York Mr. Brown P. E. O. Sisterhood

Farm Bureau Drive Gains Ground In Barnes County

Barnes County farmers rally behind the Farm Bureau with 14 canvassers visiting each township. Early results show high signup rates in Cuba 84 percent Uxbridge 65 Stewart 70 Brimer 80 Rogers 82 Ashtabula 90. Meetings today at City Hall and Getchell School set to explain the movement and affiliate plans with Americans Farm Bureau Federation.

Barnes County Farm Bureau Cuba Uxbridge Stewart Brimer Rogers Ashtabula Getchell School Americans Farm Bureau Federation Barnes County Farm Bureau Peranent BE. F. Ladd The Agricultural College J. N. Anderson Equity Exchange Congress Valley City Getcheld School Nome Hastings Andrew Davidson Jack McDonald Hobart Township

County Jail Not Comfortable Squib Sparks Trial Note

An article recalls Paul Gottlieb describing county jail conditions while in solitary confinement after bail set at 3000 dollars. He was released and awaits trial at the January district court term.

Paul Gottlieb U. S Ritchie

North Dakota Flood Control Association Meets in Fargo

The editor is invited to an all day annual joint meeting of the North Dakota TriState Flood Control Association at the Commercial Club Rooms in Fargo on December 16. Several speakers will discuss practical angles and the engineers report on field work and flood control projects from the past year. The association is represented in this county by Peake and Fletcher.

North Dakota Tri-State Flood Control Association Fargo Commercial Club Rooms Sobd Peake Fletcher

Bound Over To District Court In Shooting Case

Paul Gottlieb faced district court after being bound over on a complaint by W A Jarvis for shooting with intent to kill. The gun, a big forty five, was carried while traveling, and the defense claimed the shot was accidental when his coat dropped. The judge set bail at 3000, and Gottlieb remained jailed while awaiting trial. The article notes his loquacity on the stand and mentions alleged whiskey running and a wider gang involvement in illegal traffic. The editor calls for cleaning up the whiskey trade and for public officials to uphold the law.

Paul Gottlieb W. A. Jarvis I. J. Moe Gottlieb District Court States Barnes Minot North Dakota Gootlieb

Do Your Christmas Shopping Early

Christmas season reminders urge prompt mail and careful handling of packages. Postmaster Smith plans same day delivery for local parcel post on Christmas day to prevent delays, and patrons are asked to use return addresses, proper packing, and avoid leaving mail in lobby desks.

Smith

Fire damages residence on maraemer morning at least 1

Damaged the residence of R. B. on maraemer morning to the extent of about 1. While endeavoring to start a fire in the kitchen Tango with the aid of kerosene Mr. Cox set the flames, which spread through the room before the fire department arrived. The blaze was subdued by water and chemical foam, causing much interior damage to the kitchen and its contents.

R. B Maraemer Cox Bae Fire Department Wimbledon News

Last Hope Is Farm Bureau President Urges Reform

Usher L. Burdick, elected president at a North Dakota Farm Bureau Federation meeting, calls for a square deal in agriculture and cost transparency. He argues the American Farm Bureau Federation is key to reversing decline, ensuring fair production costs, and keeping youth on the farm.

Usher L. Burdick Livesekman Ar Piles North Dita Farm Bureau Federation America American Farm Bureau Federation

Inter Mural Bas Ketball Starts At Junior High

Eight teams formed league under Coach Fagin with early games showing rivalries. Illinois beat Northwestern 8 to 2 while Purdue defeated Chicago 8 to 2 with captain Eberly keying late plays. Minnesota, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio State had forfeits. Two round robins planned before inter class schedule. standings follow.

Fagin Illinois Northwestern Purdue Chicago Eberly Minnesota Wisconsin Indiana Ohio State Northwest Ohio State

Valley City Schools Announce December Holiday Schedule

Valley City public schools begin two week vacation Friday December 17 returning January 3. Normal school also closes December 17 and resumes January 4, as Mondays are not held. Most students and teachers plan to leave the city for holidays with relatives or friends.

Valley City

Farmers flock to join Barnes corn farm bureau drives

Meetings at Nome and Hastings saw about 90 percent of attendees express willingness to join the Barnes corn farm bureau, which will affiliate with the National Farm Bureau of over 1,000,000 members. County Agent Calhan praised the strong county response as drives continue statewide.

Barnes Nome Hastings Calhan Bureau National Farm Bureau

Dance Event At Elks Home Draws Large Crowd

A winter dance at the Elks home attracted a large audience with lively music and festive atmosphere. The event featured a popular program and showcased community efforts to support local activities.

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V.C.H.S Moultrie Runner Furn Bank of Valley City Burl Carras, J. Earley Theo Faust Last Hope IS IS Farm Bureau Ing So~ Ector Mreieitot Rosea Elks
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