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Newspaper
Wahpeton Times
Location
Wahpeton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
6
A fragmented draft discusses corn cultivation depth and moisture, noting differences across fields. It mentions postage rules for mailed letters and parcels, carrier rates, and the need to tie parcels securely for transit.
The report notes small grain and corn crops show the impact of a lack of warm weather and sunshine. Corn is notably behind its usual growth due to the dry and harsh conditions, though some hope remains that the sun will improve conditions.
An OCR fragment describes closed department communications in an envelope with prepaid postage and an attached item. The readable text is fragmentary and does not provide clear names dates or locations to establish a full record.
A benefactor urged the community to erect a monument honoring a fallen youth figure and spearhead a new initiative to commemorate his memory, signaling unity and forward progress.
A Kansas farmer printed his initials on a new dollar to show printing skill. He spent it locally, then a neighbor received it by order. Years later the bill traveled through towns, mailed away, and remains in circulation, never again paying his taxes but fulfilling a strange living death of the note.
A local appeal urges residents to spend money at home to support Wahpeton’s economy. It argues Chicago firms drain North Dakota wealth, while local purchases fund roads and schools and keep profits in the community. It cautions against aiding distant interests with every purchase.
A Wahpeton promotional piece urges buying at home to lift property values and community wealth. It argues local merchants extend credit, support schools and teachers, and that proximity to prosperous business boosts land values. It mentions joining a “Get Together” movement and lists local services including well repair by C Keeney and mortgage options via Continental Mortgage Company with easy terms through Petty & Company Chicago.
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