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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1918
Page
6
Wartime transport activities have used up many tires and rubber from Samarra and other sources. Production will be temporarily curtailed to conserve scarce tire material. Citizens are urged to maximize use of existing tires and plan for reduced mobility as supplies run down.
William Laughlin aged 85, father of Dr. C. A. Laughlin, died Thursday likely from heart failure. A Barnes quarters resident since 1880, he was last seen leaving the house between seven and eight last night. His body was found in the yard this morning. he had not been sick and had visited downtown yesterday afternoon. He was highly respected by friends.
Notice to farmers of Barnes county from J. H. Sampson offering to handle all their stock at seven dollars per hundred with payment of expenses. Claims experience will yield better prices and safer delivery to market. Also mentions Fred Schmidt at Valley City factory ill with erysipelas and hopes for a quick recovery.
ALLEY-LIGHT is electric light for the farm offering instant room illumination without lamps or matches. Simple switch operation, no fire risk, and economical at a few cents a day. Valley Light promises electric power for pumps and light machinery, backed by seven years of farm use and free on-farm demonstrations. Call Rudolph Geselius in Valley City, North Dakota, phone 2.
The annual picnic of the Pure Bred Stock Breeders of Barnes county was held Wednesday in Chautauqua park. About two hundred attended as the Valley City Municipal band provided music. President Martin Conlon Eckelson secretary T X Calnan treasurer Walter Emery and an executive committee led the event with plans for a larger gathering next year.
The annual Free Methodist camp meeting of the Free Methodist church of North Da kota runs June 20 to June 80 inclusive in the city park. Rev. A. D. Zahniser of Treenville, Til, is the principal speaker with other conference ministers in attendance. The gathering aims to build God’s cause and salve sinners, inviting all to hear the transforming power of God and the Bible truths expounded. The Times-Record thanks the city park commission board for use of the park.
Tells the Truth from Bismarck North Dakota June 14 1918. State Treasurer PSoun Steen explains the Des Moines Mutual Hall and Cyclone Insurance Company trust fund of 25000 dollars earned 1250 in interest while invested on bank on demand certificates. He describes attorney general opinion and court ruling favoring the insurer and notes ongoing supreme court appeal. He urges officials to determine rightful claimant and asserts no personal fault in the two year delay.
Valley City residents back Dean's Kidney Pills for kidney and backache relief. Mrs. A McFadyen of Elm Avenue reports sharp back pain relief after using the pills, with many family members experiencing benefits. Price 60 cents at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
H J Olson of Embertson Olson Company brought a Fordson tractor from Jamestown, arriving in town at 3 30 pm after leaving Jamestown at 10 am and dining in Sanborn. The unit is touted as simple yet efficient, the first in Barnes County, with plans for a carload soon. Emberson Olson expect many more tractors. five hundred are being sent to the state at cost. Engine power pulls fourteen inch breakers at a strong pace across plowing depth.
Director John Tracy delivered the Liberty Loan Honor Flag to Mayor Moe for the city after surpassing the third Liberty Loan drive target. The mayor plans to fly it from City Hall under the Stars and Stripes on the Fourth of July and other special occasions before mounting it in the council chamber.
The Country Gentleman argues for straight-out Americanism amid wartime pressure, condemning the nonpartisan league leadership for antiwar sentiment and internal dissension. It cites Townley and league organizers, warns of disloyalty, and urges unity with patriotic support for government.
The Times-Record editor has received a card noting the safe arrival overseas of Chas W Hahn in the 10th Field Artillery, American forces. Hahn, formerly a valued Times-Record employee and Valley City Courier contributor, was known for his tenor voice and active local involvement. Residents recall his public spirited nature and hope he helps defeat the Kaiser.
Our heartfelt thanks to those who assisted us in our beloved father’s sickness and funeral. We especially thank Rev Danielson and sine Danielson for the beautiful music. Mrs Jamea Hanson, Mr Jens Hanson, Mr Martin Jensen, Mr eter Jensen express gratitude to all who supported us.
Washington announces drastic draft rule changes. Married men since May 18 1917 are reclassified, with exemptions limited to those married before Jan 15 1918 and dependent children born or unborn by June 9 1918. Local boards ordered to reclassify cases accordingly.
John Steen a farmer and state treasurer seeks the governorship. He has served in the legislature and as county treasurer, advocates progressive farm policies, and supports war program funding on a cash basis. The notice urges voters to vote for Steen and cites integrity and experience.
Fragmentary report mentions Mrs Chas Lewzader and son Paul Wood with uncertain details about a fan and star at a location. Unable to determine clear event, place, or outcome from the readable fragments.
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