Nebraskan Torpedo or Mine Ambiguity Spurs U S War Alarm
Washington reports mixed signals on the Nebraskan after damage off Ireland. British admiralty says torpedo strike, but the captain’s note casts doubt. officials weigh potential German submarine actions amid tensions over Lusitania. London and Paris dispatches detail Italian and Austro Hungarian maneuvers, and Italian front progress with prisoner counts and aerial actions near Meaux and Douai.
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United States
Ireland
Ambassador Page
Skinner
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Wilson
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Lusitania
Lansing
State Department
Great Britain
British Admiralty
Carib
Evelyn
Italy
Trieste
Austrian War Office
Condino
Tyrol
East Festubert
First Army
Frank Dick Appointed Wimbledon Postmaster
Wimbledon news reports Frank Dick, a city resident and Democrat, has been appointed to succeed A. J. Swartwout as postmaster. Dick, a longtime grain buyer for Royal Elevator Co., may hold both jobs with help as needed, while Miss Rosetta Wright may stay on and Miss Mary Dick will take over duties as she learns the work. Swartwout’s commission expired earlier this month and he notes rising crops and futures as he plans on his farm.
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Wimbledon
Frank Dick
A. J. Swartwout
Royal Elevator Co
Rosetta Wright
Mary Dick
Swartwout
Certificate of Co Partner SH Northwest Land & Loan Co
Walter B Dickson Alfred C Johnson and Theodore G Johnson certify they form the Northwest Land and Loan Company with principal business in Valley City Barnes County North Dakota. Notary Theodore G Lindland witnessed on April 9 1915 with commission expires Sept 22 1 020. First published May 27 last June 17.
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Walter B. Dickson
Alfred C. Johnson
Theodore G. Johnson
Valley City
North Dakota
Northwest Land & Loan Company
Barnes
Walter E. Dickson
A. D
Theodore G. Lindland
Walter G, Dickson
Lindland
Barnes County
N. D
Granger Land Co. seeks settlers in central states
Clifford Grangereft began a tour Thursday morning to attract settlers in Iowa Illinois and Missouri for the Granger Land Co. He plans to spend a couple of months promoting land sales and settlement opportunities in the region.
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Clifford Grangereft
Iowa
Ilinois
Missouri
The
Granger Land Co
Valley City Mutual Fire Insurance Company 1915 abstract
The North Dakota Commissioner of Insurance certifies the 1915 abstract for the Valley City Mutual Fire Insurance Company. Financial details cover income of 62 118.69, losses 24 481.08, total disbursements 63 959.01, and assets totaling 90 881.80 including mortgages, cash, and allowances. The report dated April 1, 1915, confirms the original filing and seals by W. C. Taylor.
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Pease
BAMAL
Eye
Bank of Valley City
North Dakota Mutual Fire Ins Certifies Authority to 1916
W C Taylor Commissioner of Insurance certifies that North Dakota Mutual Fire Insurance Co is empowered to transact authorized insurance business in North Dakota through March 1, 1916. The certificate is dated April 1, 1915 and signed by J B Salder, a visitor from Jamestown.
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North Dakota Mutual Fire Ins. Co
North Dakota
W. C. Taylor
A. D
Bismarck
CROP PROSPECTS BEST IN YEARS IN NORTH DAKOTA REPORTS
Grand Forks reports from R F Flint state crops commissioner praising ideal conditions across the state with the Red River valley holding ample moisture and the coming acreage likely to be the largest in state history. In Devils Lake Ash er L Burdick asserts he seeks the Republican nomination for governor, reflecting a heated primary season. Public notice follows on school district border transfers set for June in Valley City with officials outlining move amid county education proceedings.
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Grand Forks
North Dakota
R. F. ‘Flint
Mr. Flint
Red River Valley
Devils Lake
N. L
Asher L. Burdick
Williston
Burdick
J. H. Frame
Grafton
Republican Party
State Issues 20 000 Auto Licenses in Bismarck
In Bismarck on May 26 the state reported that automobile license tags applications had reached 20 000 and were rising. Authorities estimate 23 000 to 25 000 licenses may be issued by season's end. Motorcycle tags total 1 024 with expectations of at least 1 500 issued before summer ends.
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Bismarck
N. D
Kathryn Loses To Eastedge In Hard Fought Ball Game
Kathryn faced Eastedge in a Sunday baseball game losing 14 to 11 after a quick visitor rally. Kathryn rallied in the middle innings but could not overcome the early deficit as Eastedge built its lead. The article also notes Sanborn Enterprise writer Tom Smith aiding road work and D B Bush of Minneapolis visiting Valley City to review land propositions.
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Kathryn Recorder
Kathryn
Kathrynites
Eastedge
Boatedge
Hastedge
Sanborn
D. B. Bush
Minneapolis
Valley City
North Dakota land to be sold at auction in June
The North Dakota state land department will auction 63 000 acres in six counties during the first two weeks of June. Stanton 9000 acres at 12.50 to 16. Manning 11 000 at 12 to 25. Dickinson 14 000 at 12 to 25. Bowbells 3500 at 12 to 18. Crosby 17 500 at 12 to 25. Williston 8000 at 12 to 92. Purchasers pay 20 percent cash with four payments every five years. Five dollar contract cost. six percent interest. None sold below appraised value.
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Bismarck
North Dakota
State Land Department
Felows
Stanton
Mercer County
Manning
Dunn County
Dickinson
Stark County
Bowbells
Burke County
Crosby
Divide County
Williston
Williams County
Would Stop Printing of State's Blue Book
A restraining order was issued to stop the secretary of state from delivering the Blue Book printing to Knight Printing. E H Dummer sues Thomas Hall alleging the printing contract was awarded without bids and without proper board input. Hearing set for June 1 in Judge Nuessle's court.
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Bismarck
Hall
Knight Printing Company
General Miles Passes Through Valley City on No 8
Retired General Nelson A Miles once lieutenant general of the U S Army rode train No 8 through Valley City on Thursday evening. He paused to greet Major Black a Civil War and Spanish American War staffer who has hosted him during past visits. Miles had hunted with locals about 15 years ago.
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Nelson A. Miles
Army of the United States
Valley City
N. P
Major Black
Black
Gen
Miles
Gen. Miles
Hastings High School Graduates Hear Rev Getchell Address
Due to the illness of Prof. Wernett, Rev. H. B. Getchell spoke to Hastings High School graduates Thursday evening on the subject Habit, delivering a forceful address in the emergency.
Paige 36 Car Overhauled and Painted by Dr E A Pray
The 36 Paige automobile has been thoroughly rebuilt and repainted by Dr E A Pray. The car is described as in fine condition with detailed work completed on the engine and body.
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Paige Auto
E. A. Pray
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