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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1920
Page
2
Readers confront taxes fatigue and veteran cries for reform as editorials attack Victor Berger and praise practical Americanism. The piece notes Valley City farmer meetings drawing large crowds as public interest spikes amid legislative talk and drought relief questions.
The Pedpes Opinion column notes Attorney General William Lunger led a controversial prepared speech in Valley City attended by hundreds, including farmers and women. It criticizes state leaders for farmer taxes, wasted funds, and a costly political apparatus while urging voters to elect a governor who serves all people and upholds American values.
Editor reports local citizens reconsidering the league program after exposure to Bill 4 and a state constitutional amendment. The piece condemns socialism, atheism in libraries, and political overreach while urging voters to focus on morality and stable government. It notes that many formerly supportive men now back conservative, home-focused governance.
A Washington writer argued General Wood is a strong candidate, citing his courage, patriotism, energy, and administrative achievements in Cuba and the Philippines. The piece urges nominating him for his proven actions rather than perceived aloofness, praising his public service and character.
A letter criticizes biased coverage of North Dakota bank failure in Literary Digest and Nonpartisan Leader. It argues for fair reporting, noting editor bias against the governor, state bank examiner, and farmers opposed to the league. The piece cites Townley affiliated papers and accuses authors of supporting socialism.
A feature about a devoted mother and her child unfolds in Break the News to Mother. Gertinde Berkely stars as the mother, delivering a range of emotion from smiles to tears in a small town drama praised for its human, homely appeal.
The Getchell Prairie Ladies Aid met with Mr. and Mrs. Chas Whitcher on December 11 with several present. They planned the next meeting for New Year’s Day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J H Whitcher. Various locals and teachers return home for holidays, including Miss Flinn from the South Getchell school to Devils Lake, Gussie White from Valley City, Helen Harper from Faribault, and Ella Getchell from Oriska. Several others visit relatives in Valley City and Grand Forks, while Levi Getchell is ill at home.
A note to the Times-Record from O. P. Ener son says he and Mrs. Ener son are staying in Hot Springs Arkansas and will bathe immediately. They expect to depart for Pasadena California in about two weeks following the baths.
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