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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1917
Page
6
The 184 first graduating class consisted of Lenore Arestad Maude Bronson and Jennie Macnnder. Now Mrs L A Ramelund, Mrs Longworthy, and Mrs Elliott Barnes, they are expected to attend Alumni Day on Thursday June 21.
High School Day activities are called off for the season due to war conditions. The event at the Normal School is canceled under faculty notice after weeks of interest. The State Agricultural College at Fargo also cancels its high school day for similar reasons. The university plans to try to hold the meet despite reduced entries. No word yet on the high school declamation contest at the Norman School.
Secretary Moe of the Commercial Club reports a telegram from Fargo inviting Valley City to send a committee to St Paul on May 5 for a conference at the Minnesota state capitol. The meeting of the club board will decide, but the secretary will likely attend.
Dr Mellethin a regular MD licensed in North Dakota offers free consultation and examination in important cities on this trip. He treats without operating for chronic appendicitis stomach ulcers adenoids and several other conditions. He claims wonderful results in stomach liver nerves heart kidneys and more and invites those with long standing ailments to call. German spoken address 336 Boston block Minneapolis Minn.
Secretary Moe declares rumors false and confirms the Valley City Chautauqua Association will hold a full 1917 program from June 30 to July 16. He emphasizes wartime education, calls it a people’s university, and notes other groups are canceling conventions while urging farmers workers and business people to attend.
Valley City will be represented when an officers training camp begins in St Paul with local youths from Company G gaining service experience for commissions. Fredrickson Ramoth and Lippold plan to take entrance exams soon, Neal Tracy and Clarence Carlson have already sat for tests, and more eligible men are expected to attend when training starts.
Miss Irena Rusfeldt of Hawley Minn to Chas Maier of Eckelson wed at the bride’s aunt home with Rev Willard Crosby Lyon officiating. The ceremony was quiet with immediate relatives. The couple left for Eckelson after a pink themed three course luncheon hosted by Mrs C B Moore and Mrs E S Cole.
The Getchell Women's Club met at Mrs. Sampson's home on Thursday for Baby Week activities. Miss Clara L. Larson, a health and home extension worker for Barnes county, spoke on caring for the baby. About 35 mothers and daughters attended a social and profitable afternoon.
Statement from J. N. Hagan, Commissioner of Agriculture and Labor, urges citizens to destroy barberry bushes to prevent the spread of black stem rust in wheat. Cites Danish and U S experts showing the bush as a rust host and a public nuisance. Calls for immediate action before early June winds spread rust. suggests breaking the crown with a hoe or spade and replacing with hardy alternatives.
The Stallion Registration Board lists the inspection dates and locations in Barnes County. Examinations occur only at scheduled livery barns with horses present by the stated times. Southeast county dates arrived late for print. north county schedule shows Wimbledon 10 a.m. Friday June 15 Seals 11 a.m. June 15 Rogers 1–2 p.m. June 15 White Bros. farm 3 p.m. June 15 Pillsbury 4–5 p.m. June 15.
North Dakota wheat production dropped from 150 million bushels in 1915 to under 50 million in 1916 due to black rust. Rust spores survive on wheat stubble and spread from barberry shrubs. A law aims to eradicate the bushes. clubs should start campaigns to dig up shrubs by June. If owners resist, contact agriculture commissioner N. H. Hagan in Bismarck. Send uncertain samples to North Dakota Agricultural College botanist for identification.
To our neighbors and all our friends who kindly assisted and cheered us during the sickness and death of our husband and father we express our heartfelt thanks. Mrs. N. P. Nilson and sons.
Friday evening a small roof fire at the old Opera House block was put out by the chemical engine after sparks from the chimney. A mistaken alarm drew a large crowd to the Grand theater. Fire officials warn it is illegal to drive over fire hose and offenders will be arrested and fined.
Miss Margaret Kramer a Barnes County native and teacher of five years in local public schools died at her Helena avenue home on Thursday afternoon. The community mourns the loss of a respected educator who improved school equipment in Berea and led the primary department near Center before health declined. She leaves her mother Mrs Marian Kramer and four siblings including Mrs Matt Dries, Mrs H Persontons, Sophia Kramer, and brothers Frank, John, and Joseph.
Mrs. Clarence Isaacson and her young son left for Jamestown to visit relatives before moving to Minot where Mr. Isaacson runs the Minot Drug store. Born in Valley City she is a State Normal graduate and noted teacher and community worker.
Barnes County Poultry Association launches a program to supply free 30 hatching eggs of chosen breeds to boys and girls aged 10 to 18 who agree to hatch and care for chicks by Oct. 1. Participants must turn over two chicks to the sponsoring party and may receive inspection and guidance during summer. Names, ages, addresses, and breed preferences to O. A. Barton, M. C. James, County Agent, or Valley City Superintendent of Schools. Breeds include White Plymouth Rock, White Wyandotte, Buff Wyandotte, Buff Orpingtons, Barred Plymouth Rock.
McNeal C. James county agricultural agent announces 1917 boys and girls industrial contest projects. Participants grow corn and potatoes, tend a garden, feed two pigs, hatch and rear 30 chicks, bake bread, and sew clothing. Prizes awarded in fall based on yield and a four page written report plus an exhibit. Informations by mail to county superintendent, Agricultural College or county agent. F B McLain of Bekelson was in town Friday on business.
Arrangements completed for a finish match between Nels Moe of Plentywood Montana and the Masked Marvel at Clark's hall in Valley City. Moe trained in Minneapolis this winter and aims to thrill Valley City fans. The bout will be best two of three falls with winner take all.
Mrs John Neustaedter of 619 Maple Avenue Valley City extols Doans Kidney Pills for kidney trouble back ache and urinary disorders saying they are the family remedy. Price 50c at dealers and Dean's Kidney Pills are the same product from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
May 4 notices from Dazey list Carl Rasmus sen as caller between trains in Walum and Mr. and Mrs. A J McInnes visiting Cooperstown. Mrs A O LaValley a Valley City visitor Monday evening. Claude Kelly of Cooperstown visiting the Shearers. AR M Stee a passenger to Sanhorn for electric light meeting. Elda Peterson and Alma Olson visited Valley City Friday and returned Saturday. Eva Stowman came from Valley City for an over Sunday visit. Infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Christ Klink near Laverne died Monday at General hospital.
Funeral held in Valley City with Rev Bohnhoff officiating for an eight week old infant. Miss Sybella Cusator traveled from Valley City to James Town after a Valley City teachers meeting. Miss Margaret Sandy’s seventh and eighth graders hosted a bridal shower for a bride to be at Mrs Carl Carlson’s home. Local residents Mr M O Grangaard and L C Stowman visited Valley City and Darey respectively, with others from Rog ers Walum Dazey Tower City and Twin Cities stopping by for visits and news.
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