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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1918
Page
6
French forces advanced five miles northwest of the Chateau Thierry line and operated southeast of Osloy, taking 200 prisoners. Minor actions on the Oise and Marne fronts yielded 45 prisoners, according to the war office report.
Washington reports thirteen destroyers will be launched from American shipyards on July Fourth.
Washington reports the crew of the American steamer Californian has been landed at a French port as announced by the navy department.
Washington reports a sudden assault along the Asiaga by Italian forces aided by a French detachment results in the capture of 1500 Austrian troops including 50 officers. The prisoners are sent to the Italian headquarters at Naples for processing.
Grand Duke Michael, brother of the former czar, issues a manifesto declaring the current assembly disintegrating Russia and vows to restore order. He calls on the people to overpower the Bolsheviks and offers amnesty to all participating in the revolt.
General Pershing reports 49 names on the casualty list to the War Department today. The list indicates updated losses as of July 1 in the ongoing wartime mobilization.
London July 1 dispatch from Moscow reports German forces occupy Tiflis and begin reorganizing Austrian war prisoners.
Washington reports leaders aim to push the twelve billion dollar army bill and the five billion fortification bill before July 4. Senate draft age changes faced likely defeat. war time prohibition and sugar certificate rules affect manufacturers, eating houses, bakers, and retailers with new limits on tobacco sugar ice cream and wine regulation. Refineries told to sell sugar only on certificate after July 1.
Federal sugar conservation rules require a sugar certificate for any public seller or preparer of sugar in North Dakota. All bakers, grocers, boarding houses and dealers must obtain certificates before purchasing sugar, excluding family use. Certificates are issued after filing a declaration of the sugar amount a dealer handles. Forms are obtainable from the Federal Food Administrator at Fargo.
Mrs J Wynn visits relatives at Forman and Cogswell while Mrs R W Bassett and her daughter return from lakes in Minnesota. Mr and Mrs T G Boughton and children Barbara and Vitty leave for Fargo after weeks visiting in the city. Mrs Clarence Peterson and two children arrive from Makoti N D and stay with Mr and Mrs O H Aldahl. Alderman Oscar H Aldahl heads to Minneapolis for a short visit. Mrs Aldahl and young daughter join later. Old newspapers are for sale at Times Record office.
North Dakota will send 3100 select service men to Camp Custer Michigan for a five day period starting July 22. The North Dakota Council of Defense urges farewell demonstrations in counties and communities with speakers patriotic music parades and other features to show support for the troops. Communities failing to honor departing boys risk being labeled unAmerican or disloyal. Also selling: Harley Davidson motorcycle with sidecar 1017 model electric equipped just overhauled contact R Kenneth McFarland phone 342.
Barnes County Fair adopts the Three Heat plan from the American Trotting Association. Each heat counts toward a combined purse, with ten percent to the overall heat winner and split purses across top four finishers per heat. The system aims to improve racing effort and curb lengthy multiheat events. Scrap iron offered at 15 to 18 dollars per ton by carload from Andreas Erickson.
Mrs. O Knudson died Sunday night at 10 in Valley City after nine months of illness. She had hip injury in California travel, cancer surgery earlier, and rheumatic complications. Survived by husband and two daughters Mrs Harold F Pierce of Moose Jaw Canada and Mrs Raymond Rasmussen of Regirs Sask. Funeral Tuesday at 2:30 p m conducted by Rev W C Lyon.
On this day all children under 15 will be admitted free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. The forenoon features exhibits and amusements including the Merry-go-Round and games. At 1:30 the Valley City band takes the stage and at 2:00 horse races begin with purses of 300 dollars. William the High Diving Goat and trained animals perform between heats. The Rosards entertain with feats of strength and comedy. Merchants may close Thursday afternoon to view the sights.
Friday July 12 is Farmers Day with the 400 dollar 2 10 pacers race as the highlight and a chance to break the track record if conditions allow. The program includes a second 2 25 pacers race and a strong Farmers Race with local interest. Attend with your horse and join the big event in weekly entertainment.
The big northern state fair event will feature the first professional automobile races and a full program at Barnes County fairgrounds. Roy Repp's acrobatic automobile performs on the track while other attractions promise a five event afternoon. Enthusiasts are urged to secure dates for the racing day and enjoy the extended program.
Fragmentary plea urges broad turnout for Red Cross program at fair grounds on a Tuesday. Committee aims to attract volunteers and community support, stressing county duty and shared effort. Enduring message invites participation and asks residents to do their part.
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