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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1915
Page
12
The American National Bank reports growing confidence in commerce and finance driven by large army orders, hopes for early peace negotiations, and a robust U S banking position. It urges habits of living within income and saving with a bank showing strong condition. Capital and surplus listed at several amounts totaling $121,167.49.
Fargo May 4 The selection of Troyer of Duluth as police chief triggers protests from many applicants for the post. Commission members face pressure to block the appointment as several contenders are deemed highly qualified. Confirmation is set for Wednesday and if approved Troyer starts May 15.
A crowd gathered at Mrs. A. B. Kramer’s home for a Sunday afternoon gathering. John Lindort and John W. Kramer visited Valley City. Berea boys practiced baseball recently. Angeline Kramer returned from Washington D C to her home. Helen Nackel and Leo were in Valley City then back home. Marie and Angeline Kramer visited their sister Mrs M H Lindorf. Sussana Kramer returned home after assisting with housework. Mrs J D Kramer and Margaret Kramer visited Mr and Mrs C M Nelson.
Philadelphia officials announce the Liberty Bell will depart Philadelphia on July 5 for a cross country trip to San Francisco. The journey includes stops at several major cities along the way by a special train.
The ideal site for a farm flower garden is along the lawn edge, hedge, or near shrubs at the south edge of the property. Plant beds should run along the lawn edge or rear of the house, with corner of vegetable garden usable for added display. Use bulbs for spring to October bloom, followed by hardy perennials and annuals for late summer and fall color.
Mrs Stroud Hollinshead Mrs Nelle Smith and the Misses Baillie welcomed Auxiliary Guild members of the Congregational church on a rainy Wednesday afternoon from 4 to 7. Over 50 attended the sewing and visiting event held at the Baillie residence on West Fifth street with May baskets served for plates.
Wanted to hear from owner about a good farm for sale and cash price with description. Respond to D. FP. Bush in Minneapolis Minnesota.
Pneumonia was the leading killer in North Dakota in January through March, with 116 deaths from pneumonia and 37 from tuberculosis, 39 from cancer, and 15 from appendicitis. Fargo saw 955 total deaths for the period, with births and resident versus nonresident counts noted. The Normal Double Male Quartet, joined by the Goodsell Trio, left for Hannaford to perform at schools and public events, with a schedule through Hannaford, McHenry, Leal, and return home Sunday. The ensemble, drawn from the Normal school Glee club and led by Dean Goodsell, features Mrs. Goodsell on accompaniment and Ben Goodsell in a prominent role, with listed performers and a detailed program of vocal and instrumental pieces.
Prof E F Ladd was unanimously elected president of the board of education. George Guthrie was reelected secretary at the regular meeting. Ladd will name his committees after consultation with board members, and a committee to revise the salary schedule will be appointed.
Washington May 6 The state department has replied to the German ambassador s complaint that the German steamer Odnenwald was attacked when it tried to leave San Juan Puerto Rico without clearance The reply is not published but understood to rely on military and port authorities reports showing how the Odnenwald was warned not to leave the port and how she fired blanks and a solid shot across her bow before stopping
Hillsboro Special School District to hold a May 11 bond election amid strong local support. Superintendent Almen and teachers conducted a visiting week, inviting parents and friends to visit schools. Large turnout showcased demand for new classroom space and solidified public backing for the bond measure.
Devils Lake May 5 J A Strong plans a 60 acre potato field after successful past yields. He seeks 500 bushels seed potatoes and favors fall harvest profits over spring seeding. Two years ago he and C E B West harvested 6 200 bushels from 34 acres, the region's largest potato field. West will plant nearby land this year.
Miss Eleanor Towne a Fargo teacher spent Friday through Sunday with her parents Mr and Mrs Frank Towne at their Fargo home during a brief family visit.
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