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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1913
Page
4
The Williston Graphic discusses the Senate’s removal of Judge Arch bald from the United States Court and its broad implications for judicial recalls. It argues recall could rise from public demand but warns against hasty actions without deliberation, noting past cases where recalls shifted after initial backlash.
The current legislative session is marked by extensive bill juggling and factional clashes as lawmakers rush to pass measures. Officials warn funds are running low after spending nearly $50,000 to advance the first bill aimed at reducing state expenses.
A Minnesota bill introduced by Representative Wm G Owens creates the state Immigration and Publicity Commission. The commission will include representatives from each congressional district and will handle state publicity and immigration matters to attract settlers, addressing Canada’s attraction and the need to boost North Dakota’s population.
The document argues that expanding immigration will benefit the entire state, promising splendid results. It urges support from every farmer and businessman, noting farmers seek higher land values and businessmen seek population growth.
The Webb bill giving states power to police shipments of intoxicating liquors across borders was repassed after the Senate altered the measure. Taft is expected to sign, making the act law soon and aiding dry states to enforce prohibition. It counters arguments that federal interstate shipments thwart state bans and is hailed by temperance supporters and opponents alike as a major blow to liquor traffic. A separate note suggests banning manufacture or importation would reduce penitentiary inmates by about ninety percent, reflecting on historical parallels with slavery and highlighting costs of prohibition.
The cigarette pill bill was referred to a committee "to be worked over" and rolled around considerably in the panel.
The Ray Commercial Club met last Tuesday with several welfare matters discussed. Officers elected: J. Earl Barrington president, P. P. Campbell secretary, Jos. Mitchell treasurer. Mrs. Oscar Bronson died after rupture surgery and stroke. Smith hotel landlord change: P. W. Carney replaces J. A. Lucas. Petition seeks rural mail route north of the city to Wildrose, aiding many farmers left off the Stordahl line.
Rev. A. McG. Reeds travels to Bismarck to urge the legislature to pass a resolution requesting the federal government provide proper care for the humorous consumptive Indians on the Standing Rock reservation.
A republished compilation cites mayors and officials from Dell Rapids Cedar Rapids Yankton Austin and Memphis praising Commission Government. They credit faster administration lower taxes in many cities and elimination of ward politics while noting improved finances and debt reduction.
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