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Newspaper
Wahpeton Times
Location
Wahpeton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1912
Page
2
A Wahpeton Times brief note from Wahpeton North Dakota dated Thursday references a local item and a reporter or editor named Cameron. The snippet shows newspaper branding with "Br ES" and publication city and date hints.
Washington Letter argues tariffs shifted from revenue to protection, enriching a few while others pay higher prices. It claims protectionists deceive the public, and asserts reduced taxation lowers prices. Cites Gov. W. Freerks as Democratic candidate for Richland county States Attorney in 1912 and notes low wages under protected trusts.
A collection of candidate notices for the June 26 1912 Democratic and Republican primaries. Frank Buda Anton Gilles Albert Weis F O Hellstrom Joseph G go announce campaigns for sheriff state’s attorney and legislative representative seeking voters’ support in Richland County.
A notice from C Kachelhoffer seeks the Democratic nomination for sheriff at the June 26 1912 primary in Richland County. N D Gentlemen Hankinson Hankinson N D Lowry announces for states attorney subject to June 26 1912 primary voters in Richland County.
Betting on the Republican nomination centers on Taft with odds at three to one in the city. Wall Street sees third term money at 1 to 3 but scarce to place. Democrats wager even money on a Democrat victory, with Bryan or Gaynor as favored nominees. Odds shift with each hour as bettors adjust to the convention’s outcome.
J Koppelman of Great Bend North Dakota announces candidacy for the county auditor nomination and requests support at the primaries on June 26. He urges voters to back his bid in the upcoming election.
There are many bets at approximately 10 to 1 that Mayor Gaynor will secure the nomination over Governor Wilson. The chatter centers on party insiders and political bookmakers weighing the likely contender for the party's presidential bid.
A historical notice warns that preparations will raise the nation's coal bill by fifteen million dollars this winter. It argues miners gains add five million in labor costs and operators seek ten million in extra profits, with consumers bearing the burden as prices rise to cover the increases.
New York Clearing House manager Scherer testified before the Money Trust committee revealing a fifty bank network. Membership requires at least one million dollars capital stock. Testimony described a system where New York banks move to control country banks and their clients.
A speaker decries bank collection fees as a feecing of country banks noting 7 cents per thousand and a Clearing House charge of 70 cents per thousand. He cites 80 thousand dollars daily in collections and fifty million yearly, arguing New York banks oppose congressional Money Trust investigation. He also criticizes the new jail building for heating gas, excess coal, poor plumbing, varnish, locking doors, uneven floor, and $500 cost to fix, urging taxpayer oversight and proper construction standards.
The commerce court known for reversing Interstate Commerce Commission decisions on behalf of shippers and consumers is dissolved. The Democratic House voted to end it, and a coalition of progressive Republicans and Democrats in the Senate has sustained the House action.
A taxpayer letter questions the sole county commissioner’s control of the new court house project. It claims incompetent oversight and unsafe concrete mixing practices using old stone and lime, warning it may echo past failures like the county jail and sheriff’s residence.
A garbled clinic style advert claims Dr King’s New Life Pills ease bowel issues. It touts gentle action, avoiding harsh effects and promoting health, urging readers to move on from stronger treatments.
Several residences available in prime locations with modern features. Easy terms offered to buyers, aiming for quick and straightforward transactions.
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