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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1921
Page
3
Saturday’s notices report funerals for Mrs. W. F. Larson and Mrs. Lydia Pray with visits by Olga Dublin and Hattie Capwell. Absent family travel, school staff movements, confirmations, and local confirmations follow, including Bishop O Reilly and Prof. Kjerstad. Weather data show May had double rainfall and 61 percent sunshine.
Valley City baseball fans prepare to travel to Griggs County to watch a game against Cooperstown. The crowd expects a stiff challenge from a determined Cooperstown team as lawyers from the state enter discussions on federal judgeships for North Dakota. A rabbit strolls Main Street until a dog race interrupts the city scene, reflecting a lighter note amid the day’s sports and legal news.
Modern Woodmen of America lodges across the county are making plans for the county convention to be held in Valley City on June 14 at Chautauqua Park. The event, described as a picnic by some, is open to all who wish to attend.
The Commercial Club of Valley City funds a two minute camp program with a prize for the best entry. A baseball game will be a feature of the day's events and hundreds of Modern Woodmen and Royal Neighbors are planned visitors. Local merchants will decorate windows in lodge colors. A Grand theater film Inside of the Cup drew praise for its critique of religious hypocrisy among the rich and clergy, shown last night and again tonight.
Local Baptist groups plan to attend the state convention in Minot from July 1 to 17 with committee appointments for general arrangements. A large picnic is set for July 16, followed by the Young People's Union convention on July 18 and 19. A song contest offers a prize of 5 with each society submitting an original song. A weiner roast and banquet are also featured.
John W. Miller born January 14 1846 in Hersh bach Germany came to America 1869 settled Cap ter Falls Michigan married Katherine Laerndorf 1878 moved Hobart township 1879 farmed thirteen years retired moved to Valley City died after nine weeks illness survived by widow and three children Dirs Mat Kiser Mrs J D Kreamer Jacob Miller funeral at St Catherine's Church Father John Baker officiating interment Catholic cemetery east of town local friends extend sympathy
Monday’s Miss Tolstad reports from Fargo visits and shopping while local court fines surface. Valley City leads 4 0 in rain halted game with Gould on mound. Rotary luncheon set for June 7 with Tom Nugent chairing. Commencement at Green Consolidated June 14 with C E Allen speaker. numerous local trips and visits noted.
Eastin J and Spr quest Pau members visit sister Mrs Hitsman. Mrs Hitsman expected only one guest but is greatly pleased to have them all come for the visit.
Farmers across the county report good prospects for a strong crop as ample moisture returns after dry periods. Small grain is advancing rapidly, corn is growing well and should reach knee height by the Fourth of July if weather stays favorable. Constable J. O. Thane arrested Floyd Johnson of Kaldak for disorderly conduct at a local dance, Johnson fined $10 and costs before Justice Finn Oven in Fingal.
The funeral for Mrs. V F Larson will be held tomorrow with services at the residence then at Our Saviour's Lutheran church at 2:00 PM The main speaker will be J D Yivisuker of Fargo president of the North Dakota district of the Norwegian Lutheran churches He will be assisted by Rev B Strukness Nome Rev J F L Bohnhuff Valley City and Rev C Wisnaes Kathryn
Haagen Olson, a pioneer resident, died Monday morning at the Medical clinic in Valley City from kidney trouble after a long illness. Funeral services are at two this afternoon at Kathryn Lutheran Church with Rev. Wisnaes officiating. Interment follows in Sheyenne Valley Cemetery. Kathryn Recorder.
Word from Bismarck says Hans Oppegard, in hospital there, is not improving and grave tests are planned to gauge recovery. Dazey friends regret his condition and hope for better days soon. Valley City ex-sheriff, now ill, leaves friends with hopes for a swift recovery.
Chautauqua association reports rising demand for camp sites at Chautauqua park with early selection advised. Prices this summer set at four dollars per site. City lodges plan rest camps and immediate reservations are directed to secretary J Moe, with Lawrence Bohnhoff taking charge soon.
Last Friday evening Mrs Clyde Smith entertained at her home on Second avenue in honor of her sister Mrs Ross Hardwick for her birthday. Guests enjoyed whist and a luncheon. Mrs Hardwick received a silk handbag and a pearl necklace as keepsakes.
Barnes County Farm Bureau and Livestock association plan the fourth annual picnic at Chautauqua park Valley City this Saturday. About 750 Farm Bureau and over 60 Livestock members are expected with others invited to attend. Attendees should bring their own lunch and enjoy a brief program plus music and social time.
President and Mrs. C B Allen and Editor and Mrs. P Trubshaw traveled to Cooperstown North Dakota Sunday. They attended Congregational church, heard Rev O Neill, enjoyed a dinner party, then faced rainy, slippery roads on the return trip from Rogers.
Douglas MacLean, star of The Fsil ird, a Thomas H. Ince production, headlines the Grand Theatre bill tonight only. From stage beginnings supporting June Grey and others he rose to screen prominence opposite Mary Pickford and Alice Brady. His first hit Twenty Three and a Half Hours Leave elevated him to top photodramas, and The Jailbird with Doris May follows as a strong successor.
Miss Emma Steyning outlined Joseph Conrad life, noting his Polish birth, Siberian mother, and English career. She praised his language mastery and the sea tale Youth, detailing its motifs and the captain’s resolve, then summarized Nostromo and his style of vivid description over plot.
A lecturer reviews Arnold Bennett, born May 27 1867 in the Five Towns of North Staffordshire. The piece traces his literary focus on the Pottery District, his education in Newcastle, and his career from journalism to fiction, noting The Old Wives Tale and earlier works.
A retrospective on Arnold Bennett, his shift to writing in France, and his diverse works from the Five Towns series to Buried Alive and The Old Wives Tale. Critics note his blend of sharp realism and humane portrayal of everyday life, with praise for The Old Wives Tale and Clayhanger. The article also surveys Bennett’s philosophy works and Your United States, plus quotes on his character and artistic approach.
Alumni Banquet reservations must be made before Wednesday June 13 to ensure seating. Valley City residents urged to call early to avoid delays at Miss Cook’s desk. The June 1 event at the dormitory includes a code of unity with the Third Year Class slogan Bless be the Tie that Binds and references to the Normal School’s growth and future opportunities.
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