Volunteer versus conscript in American history
The June 7 1917 piece cites Farm and Fireside editor John Snure to show how volun teer versus conscription has shaped U S military mobilization from the Revolution through the Civil War. It notes Washington Lincoln and Confederate drafting efforts as arguments for a formal draft system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Snure
Springfield
Ohio
Mr. Snure
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Confederate States
Washington
Congress
Amowa
Davidson Buys Hereford Herd in North Dakota
John Burkhart sold his entire herd of 22 registered Herefords to W. S. Davidson of Williston for 7000 dollars, a sale noted by the Bot tineau Courant. Burkhart had previously sold stock in parts for 2790 dollars since 1912 and may begin a new herd if suitable foundation stock appears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Burkhart
W. S. Davidson
Williston
Bottineau Courant
Burkhart
Northwest
North Dakota
Too Old at Forty Says The June American Magazine
A writers argues age forty is not natural for men and that mature years bring skill, experience, and prudence. He notes training and habits yield dividends while newer, cheaper workers threaten the seasoned worker, risking displacement.
Urging Daily Meat and Kidney Flush Remedy
A blocky health notice touts daily meat for energy but warns it can stress kidneys. It proposes a four ounce “red Salts” mix from Andacne grapes and lemon juice with Mithia to flush and stimulate sluggish kidneys, ending bladder irritation and improving urine clarity.
Bankers urged to aid war effort and diversify farming
George F. Carpenter of Williston, president of the Northwestern District Bankers Association, told bankers at the convention that wartime duties require cooperative action. He urged bankers to purchase government obligations, assist farmers, diversify farming to reduce labor shortages, and expand deposits to sustain small-town banks amid higher costs and tighter profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern District Bankers’ Association
North Dakota
George F. Carpenter
Williston
Middle West
United States
Great
Northwest
Association
Wisconsin
Library notes add Burgess Camp and Maynard titles
Library notes announce new children titles including Mother West Wind How stories by Thornton Burgess and two Boy Scout books Danny Fists by Walter Camp and The School Days of Elliott Gray by Colton Maynard. Also Songs of the Child World by Riley and Gaynor with three volumes for kindergarten readers. Gardening and canning bulletins continue to stream in for the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thornton Burgess
Danny Fists
Walter Camp
The
Football Authority
Elliott Gray
Colton Maynard
Riley and
Gaynor
Cottage cheese from skim milk method
Skim milk heated to around 100 degrees and held 20 minutes then poured into a cloth bag to drain 6 to 10 minutes. Stir curds until fine in grain, then add cream for flavor and salt to taste. Skim milk concentrates nutrients as fat is removed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. D. Agr
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ffidgial Paper
Williams County
Williaon
Postoffice
Davidson
N. D
Sau
Williston, N. D
Library Notes
Gauoans
Water Department
Department of Water and Light City of
Williston Farmers
Farmer’s Creamery & Produce Co
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!