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Wahpeton Times

Location

Wahpeton, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1908

Page

10

State News Interpreted City Elections Across North Dakota

Municipal races in Fargo Grand Forks Jamestown Valley City Dickinson Larimore Minot and Devils Lake produced a mix of decisive wins and close contests. Mayors Elliott Latzure Blewett Frye Gunderson Whitman and Sprague won, with aldermen and judges also asserted. Voters approved library funding and faced tight races in several wards.

Dakota Fargo Elliott Andrew C. Latzure C. JH. Mitchell Ryan Chester Johnson Grand Forks J. D. Taylor George E. Duis Pierce Blewett Charles E. McElroy Blewett McElroy Valley City Lee Cowell W. H. McPherson Id People Dickinson George M. Frye Fred Rouquette W. L. Richards Fred Turner James Stewart Carrnegie Library Larimore M.’W. Edwards George Larmour Warl Larmour John F. Urtelman W. C. Geering Amos, D. Henry Minot Sam H. Clark Daily Reporter William Dunnell Dunnell Small‘wood Hurd J. H. Schofield H. Parker Hendrickson South Reed Wanderer Devils Lake F. N. Whitman C.F. Burgess T. Gram Whitman J. G. Gunderson Nick Johnston C. K. Kjervestad H. Porter T. Lawen M. E. Sperry C. W. Bruce William T. Sprague J. A. Wright FW. McRoberts Buchanan

Durum Wheat Boosts North American Farms in Drought Areas

Durum wheat production rises in Northern Minnesota and North Dakota and arid regions, resisted by mills and elevators due to its hard, slaty grain and special handling needs. Exporters embrace it for bread and macaroni use, with gluten forming strong muscles. It yields high, resists drought, and improves animal feed quality, promising higher farmer profits.

Minnesota North Dakota Minneapolis Tribune Tean Beersteak

Woman Fatally Burned by Kitchen Range Accident

In Drayton, Mrs. Charles Edwards fainted while tending a kitchen fire and fell onto the stove. She suffered horrific burns as flesh peeled away before responders arrived, and she was not expected to survive the day. Authorities suspect a recent illness caused the fainting spell.

Drayton Charles Edwards

Soil map of North Dakota in color by June first

Prof D E Willard advances a state soil map showing by color the diverse soils across North Dakota. Data were gathered with federal partners last summer, the base map has been finished and sent to the engraver, and the color map will be on press by June 1.

North Dakota D. E. Willard Prof Willard

Forger Sentenced at Grand Forks Bushes Justice

Judge Templeton presided at Grand Forks as Monthe Grimth and Robert Mier faced sentences for forgery. Grimth received ten months at hard labor with county jail confinement and a $25 fine, while Mier pleaded guilty to presenting forged documents and faced one year in the state penitentiary. Fralick, previously sentenced, noted similar outcomes in the ongoing case.

L Grimm Robert Mier Templeton Grand Forks Grimth Tempoton Nthe Revere Miler Wineman Moe Fralick

Olson Sentenced to One Year in State Penitentiary

John Olson, 1s, arrested in Moorhead for grand larceny after a March 18 robbery. He confessed at a prehearing in Harvey, bound over to district court, and Judge Burke ordered a year in the state penitentiary. After the crime he traveled through Manfred Maddock Leeds Grand Forks Fargo Moorhead, aided by widow Welber.

Mooghead John Olson Christina Welber Madshead Harvey Justice Schaty Chg Sar Nese Pees Burke Carrington State Olso Manfred Maddock Leeds Grand Forks Fargo Moorhead Ehere

Devils Lake Defendants Discharged After Preliminary Hearing

James Woley and James Imley faced criminal wireble charges in Devils Lake. Imley was discharged from custody by Judge Kneeshaw after the case was heard. An affidavit of prejudice had been filed against a prior judge, triggering a change of venue.

James Woley James Imley Devils Lake Wbel Kneeshaw

New First Lutheran Church Dedication in Minot

The New First Lutheran Church in Minot dedicated amid a lengthy service in Norwegian. The Gothic building, with oak interiors and green decor, stands completed at about $18,000 with $11,000 raised. Rev E Bjorge preached the dedication assisted by other pastors and a choir performed special music.

First Lutheran Church of Minot First Lutheran Church E. Bjorge

Elevator Men Under Arrest In Grain Charge

Deputy Charles Johnson arrested two Upham grain buyers, J. F. Steiner and Chas. J. Freeman, on complaints alleging appropriation of eighty bushels of grain. Steiner and Freeman denied wrongdoing, waived examination, and were bound over on $600 bond. Attorney Weber for the state and J. O Connell for the defendants.

Upham Chas. Johnson Up ' Sm J. F. Steiner Chas J. Freeman Steiner Hall & Steiner Mr. Freeman John D. Gruber Comany ’ Sr Comel Blever Ion Baabele Freeman Kline Attoreny Weber J Oconall

North Dakota man crawls miles with four broken legs

A Dickinson man, Ivan Ronstad, suffered severe leg injuries after a fall while delivering lumber toward his homestead near Rainy Buge. He crawled for miles to reach shelter before being rushed to a hospital for treatment.

North Dakota Ivan Ronstad Dickinson Rainy Buge Fanaway Dickingg

Glenburn Men In County Court Fight Over Shooting

In Minot county court a shooting case involving Bennett and Brooks from Glenburn led to a confrontation with a blind pig. Harris and Sher Min were arrested as leaders. preliminary hearing held to gather sufficient evidence. Attorney BH Bradford represented the defendants.

Lyerdof Bennett Harrie Sherisan Seaiesig Minot Bex Bennett Brooks Drovagayp Glenburn Proces Harris Sher- Min Htomey Bradford

Minot Pastor Stricken With Paralysis

Dr W A Young pastor evangelist of the Presbyterian church of Minot suffers paralysis while at Tansford. He was brought to 521 North Street where attending physicians report the right side paralyzed but he is resting easier. Strong hopes for recovery are expressed by his physicians.

Young Minot W. A. Young Presbyterian Church of Tansford Martin North ‘Street

North Dakota News Digest Notes and Local Happenings

North Dakota items report cattle thefts near Ambrose and horse shipments to towns like Wheatland. May events include a big celebration in Kermit and a new bank launch at Wheatland around July 1. Smallpox scare at Embden proved unfounded, criminal and civic items touch prairie towns from Crosby to Devils Lake and Sykont.

Bismarck Traders Plan Ferry to Tie South Dakota North Dakota

The Bismarck Commercial club announces a Missouri River ferry eight miles south of the city to link territory to Bismarck. Capt Grant Marsh will run a traction ferry with his gas launch on windy days. A house boat provides captain quarters as the crossing opens after ice clears. The club will promote farmers market days with cash prizes and special bargains to help local producers and merchants. President Conklin and Secretary Young will tour Morton county to notify farmers.

Bismarck | Commercial Club Bismarck Missouri River Associatn Grant Marsh Commere Cial Club Conklin Young Morton County Capitol Commission Capitol Grounds Eedaeman

Police Chief in Trouble in Minot Bribery Case

The arrest of A E Miller and George F Kruse follows a warrant by Judge E B Goss over alleged bribery of Minot Chief of Police Thomas Hazen. The pair allegedly ran a blind pig and offered a $150 bribe to prevent arrests. The case highlights ongoing illegal liquor operations and shocks the local community.

Minot Ame Minter George F. Kruse Morrill Thomas Hazen Miller Krese E. B. Goss Histriel Court Kruse Hagen A. E. Miller Hager Kruss

Fire Bulls Church in Portal Inferno

The First Presbyterian Church of Portal burned last week with the basement furnace cited as the probable cause. Despite bucket brigade efforts, the structure was destroyed while most furnishings were saved. The church, built two years ago, cost about $2,200, with $800 still owed. Insurance coverage was $2,060.

First Presbyterian Church Portal

Alarm clock request causes polite consent in kitchen exchange

A fragment shows Mrs Newilwed asking Jimny for permission to get an alarm clock. He replies not at all, noting such devices do not disturb him, while a Meepy cook comments on disturbances. The dialogue hints at domestic life and humor in a kitchen setting.

Della

Congress Debates and Divides Over Agricultural Bill

Washington reports outline a long fight in the House over a 11.51 million agricultural appropriation. Filibuster tactics by Democrats stall debate while Majority Leader Payne and Minority Leader Williams clash over legislative control. Senate action centers on District of Columbia school reorganization and gag-rule tensions. Cloture rule passed Saturday curbs filibuster tools, adjournment roll calls occur, and several key bills move forward on suspension day.

Ington House of Representatives Payne Williams Senate District of Columbia Washington Committee On Rules Dalzell Pennsylvania House Dalzel Journal Reysesentatyes Sterling Littlefleli Maine Pearl Harbor Hawaii Sherwood Ohio Committee On Fr. Foraker Secretary of War Brownville

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