Christmas shopping note from Valley City and visitors
local brief listing residents and visitors in Valley City over the week including Mrs Kellogg from Rogers M T Chase from Winnebagoland Sanborn George Gray and family siblings Mrs Crandell and others L S Ward manager of Valley City Grocery Co shopping in Pargo Mrs Coding returning from Twin Cities Mr and Mrs Church from Harlowton Mont Mrs Pollock Fingal N D visits Rudolf Hotel A E Brink from Bismarck Duluth trip Christmas trees carloads for municipal tree CW Schrelter from Sanford Washington visitors Tejen Fargo and Dr C O P Serith in state Washington weather cold and holiday preparations noted the week ahead
University of Illinois scholarship noted for BE Shrum
A letter from BE Shrum to his parents reports his scholarship at the University of Illinois in Agronomy with graduation expected in June. Also noted are a chiropractic preference for Mr Smith, a poker raid leading to hearings before Judge Moe, the Elks dancing party with a New Year’s Frolic planned, and a general sense of local social activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. J. Shrum
W. &. Shrum
Eighth Avenue South
University of Illinois
Shrum
College of Agriculture
Moe
Elks
The
Postmaster Smith Receives Commission For Christmas
Postmaster W. W. Smith may view his commission as a Christmas present after the document signed by President Wilson reached him. The coal strike end allows stores to resume longer hours, and trains cut back will restart around Thursday. Yesterday’s No. 4 train arrived early today. Astronomers differ on doomsday predictions with some foreseeing sunrise on Wednesday signaling the end, while others dismiss such fears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Smith
Wilson
Mr. Smith
Council 605 Holds First Regular Meeting in City Hall
Council No 605 of this city held its first regular meeting last Saturday in K P hall with fine attendance. Several new petitions were received for membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Council
K. P. Hall
Sevral
Barnes County corn and potato show notes thin turnout
The Barnes county corn and potato show closed its three day run last week amid unusually cold weather which reduced novelty of exhibits though there were fine displays of corn and potatoes. Last season’s corn exhibited exceptional quality.
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Barnes County
Hemp proves a paying crop on Platou’s ten acres
A Platou farm hemp crop near the Soo line yielded 8277 pounds per acre valued at 113.80 despite pests. The fiber mill near completion adds incentive for growers to plant hemp as a profitable, helpful feedstock.
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Platou
Soo Line
Choir Banquet Honors John Alderman and Ladies Aid
The Methodist church choir was praised for its fine performance last Saturday night funded by John Alderman who donated a 25 pound turkey for a banquet. The Ladies Aid provided trimmings and about thirty five attendees enjoyed the meal, celebrating the choir’s musical services and dedication. Bro Wilds emphasized the impact of the choir on the congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E Methodist Church
John Alderman
Chuir
Alderman
Bro. Wilds
Colonel White Birthday Party At RoundTable Celebration
Last Friday evening the elosé friends of Colonel and Mrs. Frank White celebrated the Colonel’s birthday with eighteen guests at a round table set with white damask and hand painted china. A dinner served by Hazel Neilson and Mabel Morley featured a fruit centerpiece and candles, followed by music and dancing. An unread letter of congratulations from Mr. and Mrs. George A. McFarland was read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank White
Hazel Neilson
Mabel Morley
George A. McFarland
White
Richard White
George A. Fridd
Wylie Nielson
Hazel Nielson
Emma Peake
Herman Winterer
C. F. Mudgett
W. W. Smith
A. Beecher Cox
John Tracy
Ey Ac Pray
Valley City Visitors From North Dakota Come And Go
Thursday notices show Mrs Oscar Dahler of Kindred and Presler Jr of Fargo in town for shopping and insurance matters N P Nelson and wife of Darey visit Valley City with arrival last night N J Nelson from Dazey attends to business Mr and Mrs A C Jackson of Fargo NC stay as Hotel Kin guests seeking better positions and opportunities from local listings.
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Oscar Dahler
Kindred
N.D
N. P. Nelson
Darey, N. D
Valley City
A. C. Jackson
Fargo,nc
Auction sales and arrivals brighten Wimbledon visitors
Mrs W of Wimbledon ND arrives for a shopping trip and stays at Kindred Hotel. John M Watson and son of New Salem announce a Morton county horse auction at C A Anderson livery barn this Saturday afternoon. Carl Bonde and Mrs Bonde report safe voyage to Bergen Norway on November 20 and plan to reach Christiania by the following Saturday.
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John M. Watson and Son
New Salem
Morton County
C. A. Anderson
Times-Record
Carl Bonde
Mrs. Bonde
Bergen
Norway
Christianis
North Dakota Mutual Fire calendar drives local service image
The Times-Record job department prints a large annual two color calendar for the North Dakota Mutual Fire Insurance Company led by townsman D. W. Clark. The firm boasts long service, low figures, dependability and a square deal. Knights of Pythias held a big meeting last night, a large class of candidates received the third degree and planned to greet the next group. A luncheon followed the ceremony with social time after.
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Times-Record
North Dakota Mutual Fire Insurance Company
D. W. Clark
North Dakota Mutual
Knights of Pythias Lodge
Allan Paul Rowley Breaks Arm in Two Places
Allan Paul Rowley nine year old son of Mr and Mrs N G Rowley broke his arm in two places after a fall from a chair one break in elbow joint and the other above the elbow. He is recovering and hopeful for Christmas cheer.
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Allan Paul Rowley
N. G. Rowley
Allan Paul
Claus
President and vice president duel over office duties
A business discussion debated whether the president must open the office and sweep each morning. The group sided with the vice-president performing that task, while the secretary and treasurer were deemed figureheads. The vice-president plans to appeal the verdict.
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Lee Cowell
Ben Northridge
Major Ritchie
Knights Templar Conclave Holds installation at Masonic Temple
A special conclave of St Elmo Commandery met at the Masonic Temple yesterday with J D Foley C W Christianson and James Jensen of Luverne N D receiving knighthood. An ensuing luncheon followed and new officers for the term were installed including L S B Ritchie eminent commander C E Spicer generalissimo D S Ritchie captain general O H deS Irgens treasurer T Henry recorder R T Healy 8 S W James Nielson J W R L Brown standard bearer J E Jones sword bearer I J Moe warden. The gathering was marked by interest and enthusiasm.
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St. Elmo Commandery
Masonic Temple
J. D. Foley
C. W. Christianson
James Jensen
Luverne
N. D
L. S. B. Ritchie
C. E. Spicer
Rural Carrier Examination for Barnes County North Dakota
The United States Civil Service Commission announces a rural carrier examination for Barnes County North Dakota to fill Valley City positions and future rural route vacancies. The test is open to domiciled citizens meeting Form No 1977 requirements. Obtain forms from local offices or the Civil Service Commission in Washington and apply promptly.
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United States Civil Service Commission
Barnes
North Dakota
Valley City
United States
Civil Service Commission
Washington, D.C
Commission
Washington
Postal Service Plea Amid Coal Strike For Early Christmas Mail
Due to coal shortages, the mail service will be greatly curtailed as trains are unavailable. Citizens are urged to mail Christmas packages early to avoid post‑holiday congestion, with cooperation requested from the public and patrons of the office.
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Postal Service
Getchell Prairie social notes and local talks
Mr and Mrs Christ Larson and boys from Litchville ND visited the Sampsons in Getchell Prairie with the Larson boys staying to attend school. Chas Whitcher and J H Rogers family visits are noted along with Mrs Ames visiting Harvey Taylor. Multiple neighbors and gatherings referenced amid community chatter and skating basement joke being reconsidered.
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Getchell Prairie
Christ Larson
Litchville
N. D
Lloyd Sampson
Larson
Sampson
Chas. Whitcher
J. H. Whitcher
J. H. Rogers
Ames
Harvey Taylor
Mrs. Taylor
Chicago
Thad Getchell
Walter Whitcher
J.H. Whitcher
Levi Getchell
Miss Flinn
South Getchell
Valley City
J. H. White
Charles l
Harriet
J. M. White
Wm. Ronzheimer
Nellie B. Whitcher
Fred Getchell
Son Pais
Elm Grove Arm
For Sale or Trade for Land Residence on North Fifth Avenue
Special attention to trappers Fenton Hide and Fur Co. Benson Minnesota high prices and prompt returns. Just received a shipment of fresh frozen fish Canadian fish will sell at reasonable prices. Call 830 16-6th- LWP
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North Fifth Avenue
Granger's
Lincoln School
Second Avenue
Granger
Fenton Hide & Fur Co
Benson, Minm
Going Out of Business Sale on Fifth Avenue
Announcement states B. Bonde will sell all goods at reduced prices between now and January 1, focusing on trunks suitcases and handbags. items in the line of business will be offered at reductions. Located on Fifth Avenue.
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B. Bonde
Fifth Avenue
Mothers rally for safer skating location for children
Mothers urge action to fund a safer skating spot for the city’s youngsters. They argue the cost is small, would keep kids closer to home, and ease mothers worried by local kids being teased. They appeal to fathers to support the beneficial project now.
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M. T. Chase
Wintybledon
George Gray
Sanborn
City
Mrs. Salem Crandell
Henry A. Wilberg
P. M. Haneson
Nome
L. S Ward
Valley City Grocery Co
Pargo
Harry Coding
Twin Cities
L. Martinson
Leal, N.D
W. I. Stevens
Wimbledon
Me. J. Church
Harlowton, Mont
Mr. Church
Mrs. Cowell
C. W. Pollock
Fingal, N. D
Rudolf Hotel
A. E. Brink
Bismarck
H. C. Ramoth
Duluth
A. E. Moore
Mr. Moore
CW. Schrelter
Sandon
Churce Stiles
Reknivess
Tacoma
Sjoihatin
Washinton
Tejen
Fargo
C. O. P. Serith
Téjen
Right Prige Merc. CO
Winnipeg
Canada
Bottineau County
Bisbee
C. P. Peterson
Bolsheviki Senate
Peterson
Sando
Cando
Minnie Nielson
BL Presler, Jr
Fargo, N. D
Mankato Commercial College
Mankato
Minn
N. J. Nelson
Dazey
W. Smith
Armory
DR. PL
Ft.ting
Detroit Produte Co
Detroit, Minn
Antwo
Rathje
Northwest
Eidel and
Les Ardware
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