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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1914
Page
2
The Valley City Times Record lists its editor and manager as L P Hyde with a 91.60 annual subscription, plus notes about post office entry in Valley City North Dakota. The text references city and county newspaper status and the paper being a second class mail publication.
A letter by Miss Candis Nelson from Valley City State Normal extols rural education, urges higher preparation for teachers, and critiques one room schools. It lauds training, cites Beasley and others, and argues against cradle-to-college complacency. Barn es County auditor Candis Nelson praised for diligence and integrity amid political pressures.
In a formal Times Record column Charles W Nel announces his candidacy for reelection as county auditor. Support from state auditor Carl Jorgenson and other officials is noted, with praise for Nel's experience and merit. Friday's issue will detail editorial comment on his bid.
An editorial on fierce competition in business and community life. It argues that cities grow through unified effort, with the local Commercial Club as the vehicle for competition resolution. It notes the rising value of newspaper advertising and cites industry voices on reaching local consumers via newspapers.
The article promotes O M Roe for re election as Register of Deeds in Barnes County. It notes an audit by the state banking board found his books in splendid condition and his official business well kept. It underscores his strong local support and probable endorsement at the polls next month.
The New York Tribune excerpt advises against stopping a pneumonia cough early. It warns amateur cures and cough remedies may worsen by locking secretions and confusing symptoms. Emphasizes prompt treatment, preserving strength, and preparing for the crisis to prevent pneumonia from advancing.
Valley City's Chautauqua in Barnes county rapidly rises from small beginnings to a major event. Alex Karr and the board predict a banner year as management and crowds grow, with agricultural child welfare and artistic experts praising its standard of excellence. The State Normal school is highlighted as the state's leading institution in this effort.
Denver Wood, a convict serving 13 years for murder, was allowed by Governor Hanna to travel alone to Montana to be with his dying mother. He returned after the funeral, completing the two mile night return to the penitentiary, illustrating loyalty amid crime and temptations.
Announcement lists Col W P Tuttle of Dawson as a congressional candidate. Valley City residents may feel slight jealousy since Congressman Young resides there yet Tuttle is described as liberal and hardworking, built from farm roots, and worthy of voter consideration. Valley City Civic Improvement League backs him with strong local support from progressive women.
SAM J. AANDAHL announces as a Republican candidate for sheriff of Barnes county subject to the June primaries. He pledges full-time service if nominated and cites many years of residence, business and legislative experience in the county as qualification.
United Press reports a special train carrying 400 Americans departs Mexico City for Puerto Mexico to be met by ships, arrangements by the Brazilian legation. U S mediation efforts continue as Huerta’s status remains unsettled. In Barnes County North Dakota, Sheriff candidates James Kelly and Casper Winkler announce Republican nominating bids for the June 24, 1914 primaries. Also notice ads seek market potatoes eggs and butter, plus a horse is advertised for return.
Henry E Nelson announces his candidacy for County Auditor on the Republican ticket. A Barnes County resident for 34 years, he cites 4 years as county auditor clerk and nearly 1 year as deputy county treasurer. He pledges to serve the people satisfactorily if nominated and elected, June primaries.
R F Flint declares as Republican candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture and Labor, subject to June primaries. Announcement notes age 43 and date May 15.
A set of 1914 campaign notices from Barnes County North Dakota announces candidacies for county commissioner register of deeds county auditor and reelection, with dates June 4 and June 24 primaries. W P Tuttle seeks Republican nomination for Congress in the second district. A church convocation in Fargo is also noted with Reverend Moultrie and two ladies attending.
John Neustredter, contractor and builder, begins his role at the 1914 Chautauqua Assembly grounds with his family moving into commodious tent quarters. Secretary Alex Karr relocates to oversee grounds work and auditorium construction while the Eastern Star holds a large meeting led by Minnie Erskine of Fargo. Between 65 and 70 members attend as plans proceed for better inter action and facilities. Card of thanks expresses appreciation for flowers and kindness after a bereavement from T. Faust and J. Faust of Winnipes and Edmonton.
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