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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1912
Page
7
In a House speech L B Hanna argues for a three year homestead bill to replace the five year proof rule. He cites hardships for arid region settlers, rail line commuting charges, and proposes a five month leave of absence for entrymen. He stresses need for credit, education access, and frontier development.
The text argues for the bill by noting new settlers need tangible security to borrow. It states farming has changed and modern farmers require machinery and stock, which cost money, implying banks should support lending.
The text discusses security, interest rates, and government land policies affecting settlers. It notes high bank charges, the risk of losing land, and the option to delay or pursue proof of title to avoid government fees. It mentions a government rate of 1.25 per acre and a 200 dollar homestead cost, contrasting choices under different time frames and proof requirements.
Short lot specials feature a few of each lot in fancy Worsted Cashmere Tweeds plain Grays and some in Hart Schaffner Marx Collegian and L System make. Regular 18 20 22 50 and 26 5 suits grouped as class A.
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