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Newspaper
Wahpeton Times
Location
Wahpeton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1913
Page
4
A Wahpeton Times reflection urges readers to resist envy and unnecessary wants. It questions chasing bigger homes and luxury, urging gratitude for shelter, clothing, and health. The piece champions simple, contented living as true riches.
During the science school comparison exercises Rev Brown preached the baccalaureate sermon in the Science School gym. Performances by a quartet Miss Bardwell Mrs Meckstroth Mr Karlton and Mr Prather plus a duet by Miss Bardwell and Mrs Meckstroth highlighted a string of events including a conservatory recital and an Indian songs suite by Miss Morden.
The passage discusses women considering work, noting some seek employment for fun or lack preparation, while others clutter the business world. It argues for gradual progression, choosing a line of work a woman can love, and warns against rushing into unsuitable positions. It emphasizes patience and thoughtful career planning.
Noted preacher Hugh Black, touring the country, urges people to want what they have. He contends that many bring unhappiness into their lives and the lives of others by constantly seeking more while neglecting present blessings.
Bundles of brief items report on new depots at Valley City, market days in Bismarck, a three legged dog in Dawson, a proposed potato starch mill at Minot, and a deadly bee attack incident near Hankinson. Also noted are a hospital project in Minot, triplet girls born at Valley City, a potato warehouse prospect at Hankinson, police and court actions, a Bag of robberies in Oakes, a fatal accident near Emerson, a driver injury near Willow City, and assorted local officials changes including Park River postmaster resignation and a Fargo club secretary aiding the state exposition in Bismarck.
Mrs G Rummell Mrs Bert Stovener Mrs Mary Lether and John Hebtner returned from Wheaton Minnesota on Thursday after attending the funeral of Mrs Stovener's sister's husband. Mr and Mrs A G Griffeth spent Friday at Wahpeton.
A rough collection notes rumors and small events from Great Bend area include Hankinson Fourth celebration chatter a bell tear comparison to last year marriage licenses Gypsy band passing through Donaldson's Studio recent yard improvements by Mr Reinke a dog death and imminent daily mail delivery plans.
Wahpeton residents and visitors are noted in a string of social items. Names include Mrs R Zenteraft, Mr and Mrs G M Buscher, Miss Hazel Buscher, Mrs Anna Weber, and Mrs Morell Comstock. Outings reference visits to relatives, weddings, Duluth and Minneapolis trips, and travel to Watpetan and Fargo.
The document details the bank's resources and liabilities at closing, including bonds to secure circulation and postal savings, due from reserve agents and other banks, checks and cash items, notes of other national banks, fractional currency, and postal savings deposits. Notary Forbes attests sworn statement dated June 1, 1913, with signatures from directors.
Wahpeton city council, in a June meeting, ordered strict enforcement of a new eight mile per hour speed limit inside the city. Police are to arrest any violators to prevent accidents after several near misses among motorists and pedestrians. Committee signatory.
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