Monument for Wergeland memorial at Abercrombie Fort
Abercrombie prepares to unveil Henrik Wergeland statue and lay a cornerstone for a stone arch in memory of old Fort Abercrombie settlers and soldiers. The June 17 celebration marks the fort's semicentennial and honors its northwest history and Norway connections.
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Abercrombie
Wergeland
Fort Abercrombie
Northwest
Red River
Wahpeton
H. O. Fjelde
H. J. Hagen
Olaf Bjorke
Henrik Wergeland
Clase
Norway
Old Fort Abercrombie
Loring Park
Minneapolis
Concordia College
Moorhead
The
Agricultural College
Fargo
H.J. Hagen
Abercrombie 1
Divorces Invalid in England Across North Dakota Ruling
A chancery court decision holds a North Dakota divorce invalid in Canada and Scotland. Richard Sterling, a British Columbia resident, is deemed illegitimate, depriving him of Scotland estates valued at $500,000. His mother’s divorce and remarriage impact his claim.
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Chancery Court
Dakota
Canada
Scotland
Richard Sterling
British Columbia
Richard
George Smith
Smith
Fargo
North Dakota
Democratic President Timber Hat Trim Tips Draw Mock Up
A local millinery guide mixes whimsical trim ideas for Merry Widow hats using carts, baskets, nets, flowers, and improvised materials. The prose shifts to a political note as governors discuss national resource conservation amid a presidential welcome and future program planning.
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Crown Bank
McCumber Pleads Harmony Amid Convention Scrutiny
A Times reader note attacks Senator McCumber’s harmony plea and details alleged maneuvers at Wahpeton and Minot conventions. It accuses Elmer and Jim of guiding stalwarts to control delegates and split insurgents, describing staged alignment and committee seating as harmony. The piece ends with a jab at the Apostle of disharmony and a brief subscription query.
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Times
McCumber
Wahpeton
Elmer
Jim
Stanlworth
Minot
J. G. Forbes
Apostle
Governor Burke Honored by National Leaders at White House
Governor Burke of North Dakota was elected Honorary secretary at a White House meeting of the nation’s leading men. The event gathered the country’s brainiest figures, marking a significant honor for the state’s chief executive. The session opened with talks on forming the organization’s structure and aims.
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White House
Burke
North Dakota
Passes Away Charles W Lauder Eldest Son of W. Lauder
Charles W Lauder, 29, longtime Hammond Wisconsin resident and son of Hon W S Lauder, died at home after a illness rooted in a Spanish American War condition. He attended Red River Valley University and served as a volunteer in Co 1, attaining the rank of sergeant. His chronic bowel trouble developed into tuberculosis and led to a steady decline over three years. Loved for his cheerful disposition and friendship making, his death saddened the community and his family received widespread sympathy.
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Charles W. Lauder
Charlie
Charlie Lauder
McKenzie Dominates Convention Leadership Vote
Morning Call reports from Minot that Alex McKenzie solidified his control of the party by a decisive convention, with delegates chosen by his favored lineup. Jud LaMoure remains chairman, James Kennedy of Fargo secured key national committee candidacy, and insurgents refrained from vocal opposition.
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Minot
Alex McKenzie
Chicago
Jud LaMoure
James Kennedy
Fargo
Hief
McKenz
Farm Loans Offer Largest Amounts on Easiest Terms
DCHULER Bros advertise farm loan services promising largest loan amounts on easy terms and the lowest interest rates. They also provide fire and tornado insurance from six strong global companies.
Decoration Day Programme in Wahpeton 1908
Sumner Post No7 G A R Wahpeton announces Decoration Day events including cemetery graveside services by post and W R C for Civil and Spanish War veterans, a noon dinner, a river flower ceremony, parade to the river bridge, and an Opera House program with address by W H McBride and music by Mrs L W Mecketroth. Memorial Union services follow at the Methodist church with Rev W J Hutcheson.
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Sumner Post No.7
Wahpeton N. Oay
Sumner Post
W.R.C
Commercial Club
Breckenridge
Minnesota
W.R. C
L. W. Mecketroth
Wm. House
Wyndread Lincoln
Gettye
Memorial Union
Methodist
W. J. Hutcheson
Devine
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Abercrombie Fort
Decorah College
England
Merry Widow
Glas
Massachusetts
Gov. Burke
McKenzie
Dchuler Bros
Dr. Zimmerman
Mikeche & Benesh
J. Tf
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