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Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22

The many deaths which have &C.
CURED in this city within the past few
months suggest the idea that one of
the most important problems which
could be considered by the city admin
istration is the matter Of securing a
supply of healthful water. It is un-
doubtedly II fact that most of these
deaths have been caused by using i'm
pure water. This fact is recognized by
many of our citizens, who guard
against disease by either boiling their
drinking water or using the water
from the artesian we'll. The latter is
unqnestionably healthful and those
who have become accustomed to its
peculiar taste, which, however, is
scarcely noticeable after the water has
been allowed to cool, prefer it to any
other. There is an abundant supply
of it and if the city was in financial
shape to put in water works aud pipe
this water to the different parts of the
city it would be a great improvement
on present conditions. The INTER
OCEAN does not know how much this
would cost. or whether the city could
stand the expense, but it is quite evil
dent that something must be done
very soon to secure better water. 1t is
a matter which should be promptly in
vestigated.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
l......-- -. .rnns l,a,,.

What long apprenticeship the would
be huntsmen bad to serve In bygone
days! CASTOR do Folk considered q DO.
ginning should be made when the child
had reached the age Of 2, when IL should
be placed in the kennels. King Charles
says that to become y perfect huntauan
the young gentilhomme who 10 intended
for the post Of veneur should be taken
at the age Of IL. He must be healthy
aud well built. he must have good sense
aud especially q quick and prompt judg.
ment. One Of the principal things ~
quired is that he should be painstakins.
Alas, 100 years later We have D'Yau-
Vile telling US that q man needs two
years tuition to qualify ~ . huntamsnl
It was not only the paid gentlemen Of
tho hunting establishments, however.
who became real connoisssurs. for their
royal masters took such personal inter
est in everything connected with the
chase that most Of them knew all their
hounds by name, and on the eve Of .
days hunting would name each hound
that was to be tAken out. They also
prided themselves on being able to faire
le bois themselves-that ID, 60 out with
their lylners in the morning and quest
for aud harbor the stag.-Pall Nall
Magazine.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22

The Scottish Rite Masons of the
state will hold their midsummer re-
union on the Chautauqua grounds on
June IA, Is, 16 and II. The Great
Northern and Northern Pacific have
made special rates Of a fare and a
fifth for this occasion and it is ex-
pected that 200 or 400 members Of the
Masonic fraternity will be present.
All the degrees from the 18th to the
sd will be worked in full form. Tents
and meals are to be provided free of
cost to members and candidates. 1t
will be one of the most unique meet.
ings in the history of North Dakota
Masonry, and those who come from
other sections Of the state may feel
assured that the people of Devils Lake
will do all in their power to make it a
ucces socially and otherwise.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
From a Financial Standpoint.

The effect Of a war with Spain, if it
should come, is just now being freely
discussed by all whose business inter
ests r likely to he affected by such
a disturbance. Eastern bankers are
not alarmed, and as banks in that To-
cality would be tho first to feel any
disastrous result of the war, western
bankers have no occasion for fear.
Banks and industrial conditions gen
orally over the entire country were
never in better condition to meet a
war than at the present time, even
were the war much more formidable
than 1t ut present promises. 1t is Il
mistaken idea that bankers are op-
posed to the war. We believe that
from a strictly commercial point of
view, it would be especially advanta-
gcous to the northwest and to all agri-
cultural states. There is little prob
ability that It would induce heavy
Withdrawals Of deposits and thus
create a money stringency, and on the
other hand it would increase the de.
mnnd and prices for farm products,
and the farmers and all depending on
them would reap the benefit. Money
is o plentiful than for five years,
and the banks are carrying an unusual
large reserve.-Northwestern Banker.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
Another crop 81 .nuekera.

I24. 49,
Notwithstanding Lieut.. Creel was
around with Mr.. Charles w. Merry
last week, introducing him, and part
ing suckers from their dollars, the fol-
lowing cruel notice has been pub
lished:
Fargo, N. D., April Is, ls9s.-To the
public: Mr.. Charles w. Merry no
longer represents or has any authority
to act as state organizer Of the North
Dakota Tax League, and MI. T. L.
Beard, who has had authority as dis
trict organizer, is also deprived Of
authority to act in any way for and on
account Of the Tax League from and
after this date. The North Dakota Tax
League will not recognize any act in
its behalf that either the above men
attempt to perform, and the public
will please act accordingly. viii the
newspapers of the state who feel
friendly to the movement of tax re-
form please copy above notice.
j. A. JOHNSON, President.
G. w. PLAIN, LIST Vice President.
j. WAMBERa. I'd Vice Pres.
j. w. VoNNEIDA, Sec. and Treas.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
End of the L.iauor Cases.

or those who were convicted at the
last term of court for selling liquor
illegally, four-Messrs. Reeder. Flade-
land, Stocser and Mnckey have
served their time. paid their fines and
been released from custody. All en-
cept Mackey paid $500 fine and $40
costs. Mackey's fine aud costs
amounted to SAC. There is an i'm
preston that this is a money making
affair for the county, but this is II mis-
take, as the fine, instead OF going to
tho county, goes into the state school
fund and is distributed pro rata to the
different schools OF the state. All that
Ramsey county gets out OF it is tho
$40 costs, which falls considerably
short Of paying the expense OF the
grand jury, the trial In court and the
board OF the prisoners in the county
Jail. =
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
Al Old Soldiers Opinion.

James Michaels, of Graham's Island,
was in the city Wednesday. His idea
OF a wal with Spain is not in line with
the lingo spirit manifested by so many.
Mr.. Michaels uses Gen. Sherman's
language TO express his views Of war:
"'War is hell Idon't want to see any,
although | would be ready and willing
to 90 If it was necessary. l know what
war is, for I entered the army in 1862
and was mustered out in 1882, over at
Fort Totten. The people who arc
bowling the loudest o about fight
ing Spain would probably be the last
to go. When you hear any old soldier
talking war he is very likely I obe some
n who lever "a a rebel unless he
was in chains"
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
For Sale.

The Devils Lake Building and Loan
association offers for sale tho follow
ing property:
Craft property, east Second street,
twogood,h high lots and story and a half
house. Price, 500.
Carpenter property, OH east Seventh
street, n lot, good sized story and II
half house. Price, $500.
Half lot on Fourth street, l2@xl4O,
just west Of Miss Pattie's millinery
store. Price, 800.
All of this property is priced very
cheap and easy terms will DO given
purchasers.
The Building and Loan association
will issue a new series Of stock in May
and this Is a good time for those who
contemplate making loans to secure
shares.
The association has plenty of money
on hand for loans.
For further particulars see George
Juergens, secretary Devils Lake Build
ing and Loan association.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
The Rest Novels Of ise7.

At a recent meeting Of the New York
Library association and the New
York Library club a committee was ap-
pointed to go carefully " the works
OF fiction published in 1891. and make
q list Of those deemed worthy Of per-
manent shelf room in public libraries.
The books published were many, but
those that came up to the committees
standard were few enough. They were
only seven, and were the following:
On tho Face Of the Waters, by Mrs. F..
A. Steel; st. Ives, by Robert Louis
Stevenson; The Gadfiy, BY E. Z. voy-
mich; School for Saints, BY John Oliver
Hobbies; Captain Courageous, by Rnd-
yard Kiplfng; Hugh Wynne, Free
Quaker, by DIR. S. Weir Mitchell; and
the Choir Invisible, by James Lane
Allen. or these seven first rate novels,
three were first published serially; and
of the three, two-and they much the
most notable ones in the entire list,
being Kipling's Captain Courageous
and StevensOn's st. Ives-were pub
lished In McClure's Magazine.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22

both the army and the navy will be
put in position for active operations.
There seems to be little doubt that the
fiji st move will be to blockade one or
more of the Cuban ports and as soon
as an army Of invasion can be tran
ported to them, a demand will he
made for an unconditional surrender,
and in the event of a refusal, tho
work Of reducing them by lombard
ment will be begun Immediately. It
is not thought that the assault of the
naval forces will be delayed even for a
day, and it is not unlikely that i'm
portant movements Of both arms of
the service will he ordered within the
naxt Few hours.
The house bill authorizing The presi-
dent to issue q call for volunteers
passed this evening. Tho call cannot
be issued before tomorrow though the
proclamation was completed this
evening. It calls for $4,000 volunteers.
The administration Is urging con-
gress to prompt action owing to the
emergency.
Minister Polo left for Toronto to-
night where he will remain tempo
rarily.
Key West, April 20.-Captain Samp-
son expects sailing orders tomorrow.
He has issued orders countermanding
shore-leave to officers and men.
Washington, April Ca food short
age is reported among the Spanish in
Havana.
Madrid, April 2l.-The ministers and
cortes are pleased with the queens
speech. There is every indication of a
determination On the part of Spain to
not yield without a struggle. A spirit
of wild enthusiasm pervades the popu-
lace and expressions Of confidence are
heard on every hand.
Rome, April 20.--Captain Alfred r.
Mahan, Americas greatest naval au-
thority, who recently arrived here,
makes the following declaration:
"The American navy is as we'll pre-
pared for war as any navy in the
world, and its officers and men are as
efficient as any similar body on earth.
"There is not the slightest reason to
doubt that in case of war the result
would be speedy and thorough, as the
Spanish navy would find to its cost"
Ostend, April 2O.-Don Carlos, the
Spanish pretender, accompanied by a
numerous suite, has arrived here. It
is understood that the pretender will
remain at Ostend for some time to
come.
Ostend is a seaport town of Belgium,
in West Flanders on the North sea,
abont sixty miles from England, where
the followers Of Don Carlos have been
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22

MAYOR SEauAoAaD takes . strong
stand in his message to the council in
favor Of law and order and Indicates
clearly his purpose to eradicate liquor
selling, gambling and their attendant
evils from the city of Devils Lake, so
far as lies within his power. MI. Ser
umgard is not q visionary or fanatic,
but views these matters from a sensi-
BILE business standpoint. He is obli-
gated as mayor to enforce the laws as
he finds them, and this is what he pro-
poses to endeavor to do. And in so
doing he should have the good will and
cordial support Of all good citizens.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
a Sad End.

The little daughter, three years and
two months OF ago, of Mr.. and Mrs.
George McDevitt, of Grand IInrbor,
died suddenly Monday night. 1t is
supposed that her death was caused by
eating poisoned canned raspberrics.
Sunday evening for supper tho little
one had several dishes OF tho berries,
eating little else. Her father also ate
Of the berries, but had but one dish
and felt no i'll effects. None of tho
other members of the family tasted
them. She was taken with commissions
Monday morning and no treatment
brought relief. None of the berries
were saved, and so it will be impossi-
bic to determine exactly whether or
not they were tho of her death.
Grent sympathy is expressed for the
family on account of the loss of this
bright and charming little girl. The
funeral was held Wednesday and WAS
largely attended.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
Mess r HsIessi

West EsA Hapbe1iG1nga
Joe RIPLEY sold his farm ofs61
hundred acres last week % q.
Guss OF Pennsylvania, the constaSsss
ton being 1900 cash.
Geo. H. Glass has erected . buildInei
at Perth and Is conductinG . asassnts
merchandise business therein. III.
Heal, the Perth lumberman, Il ia
charge.
Harry Dimm hss disposed Of M
farm of three quarter sections wet u
town and his stock, machinery, st0., u
James Alexander, q new arrival fsom
Pennsylvania, for eight thousand dol
lars.
The grand jury Of the district const
which convened at Minnewaukan Mon
day found an indictment against Tb0.
Kelley OF Churchs Ferry blind M
fame, but Tom, We understand, y
somewhere in the wilds OF Montana,
hence his bondsmen will be called upoa
to satisfy the authorities for his non.
appearance.-Churchs Ferry Sun.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
Better rhau Ever.

. The sixth annual meeting of the
Devils Lake Chautauqua assembly,
June 30 to July 10, promises to be
superior in point Of talent and attrac-
tions to any yet hold. Isaac Kline,
who delighted Chautauquans last year
with his collections Of moving pictures,
will come prepared to stay during the
entire time Of tho assembly. He will
bring with him the necessary apparatus
to take views and living pictures from
life on the grounds and present them
to the public at night. He will also
present other attractions that will be
mentioned later on, Miss ELLA ID.
Wethcrby, elocutionist, will entertain
during the assembly and instruct a
class during tn, whole time. Dr.. w.
4. s. Culp, nm eminent lecturer Of
Ohio, will deliver six lectures during
the middle Of the session and his wife,
Il fine s%oloist, will favor the audiences
with selections during tho same time.
DIR. N. p. Wilkin, we'll known MS an
eloquent speaker ut Chautauquas, will
lecture tho first six evenings. Sub
jects will be announced later. Woman's
day, July 8 and 8, will be made an
interesting part of the session.
Speakers of national reputc arc now
being chosen to assist in the program.
The w. c. T. U. will also have nm in.
teresting program ut tho same time.
Nothing will be said this week rs to
the musical part Of the program, yet it
may be said that several new and in
tercsting features will be added this
year that will assure the public of an
excellent program. The directors are
thoroughly in earnest in their desire
to add to the comfort of visitors, and
numerous improvements will be made
to add to the conveniences of the
campers.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
American Securities Abroad,

The sales of American securities
have been, according to London
advices, very large abroad Of late. II
this state of things holds, there will be
an increasing influx of British gold
into this market. This demonstrates
the faith abroad in the stability of u
credit. There is another point of faith
for which the people not only of this
but foreign countries have good
grounds for credence, and that is be-
lief in the efficacy of H~ostetter's
Stomach Bitters forinorganic maladies
which effect the stomach, liver, bowels,
kidneys and nerves. Dyspepsia, bilious
ness. constipation and rheumatism are
conquered by it. 1t hastens GONZALES
cence, and diffuses a generous warmth
and sensation Of physical comfort
through the system.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
OFFICIAL PAPER OF THE COUNTY.
OUR PLATFORM.

Whereas, The abhorrent conditions
which have existed for moro than
three years in the island of Cuba, so
near our own borders, have shocked
the moral sense Of the people of the
United States and have been a dis
grace to Christian civilization, culmi-
mating as they have in the destruction
Of a United States battleship with two
hundred and sixty-six of its officers
and crew, while OF a friendly visit in
the harbor of Havana, and cannot
longer be. endured, as has been set
forth by the president of the United
States in his message to congress Of
April II, 1893, upon which the action
of Congress was invited, therefore,
Resolved, By the senate and house
Of representatives OF the United States
of America, in congress assembled:
First-That the people of the island
of Cuba are and of right ought to he
free and independent.
Second-That it is the duty of the
United States to demand, and the
government of the United States does
hereby demand that the government
Of Spain at once relinquish its author
ity and government in the Island Of
Cuba and withdraw its land and naval
forces from Cuba and Cuban waters.
Third-!The president of the United
States be and he is hereby directed
and empowered to use the entire land
and naval forces of the United States
aud to call into the actual service of
the United States the militia of the
several States to such extent as may
be necessary to carry these resolutions
into effect.
Fourth-That the United States
hereby disclaims any disposition or
intention to exercise sovereignty,
jurisdiction or control over said island,
except for the paciication thereof;
and asserts its determination when
that is accomplished to leave the
government and control of the island
to the people.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
South or East, Which,

When Il trip is contemplated it is
always we'll to prepare in advance in
order to avoid little Inconvenience
which are often annoying. The two
fast trains leaving Minneapolis and st.
Paul daily via Wisconsin Central lines
for Milwaukee and Chicago make close
connections with trains east and south.
Being elegantly equipped with sleep
ing cars, parl0r CAR and day coaches,
they are fully appreciated by the
travelling public. Your nearest ticket
agent will give you complete informa-
ton and furnish you folder of the
Wisconsin Central lines.
2OtN JAS. G. POND, g. p. A.
Milwaukee. Wis.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
schOoi Matters.

The board Of education met Tuesday
evening and re engaged all the present
teachers for the ensuing year, with the
exception Of Miss Orr, who was not an
applicant. Her place will be filled BY
Miss Crane, OF Austin, MINI. Prof.
Haig's salary was raised from $1,000 to
$1,000 n year and number Of the other
month. 1t is stated that the floating
debt of about 5000 which the district
had when the present school building
was completed hns been wiped out.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
UNTIL sAruRDAx.
HoA,ilities viii Then Commence
Unless Spain Qaits.

HoA,ilities Will Then Commence
Unless Spain Qaits.
Washington, April 0-The ultima
tum has zone TO Spain and she has un-
til Raturday evening to reply.
The Spanish minister has his pass
ports and leaves this morning.
London, April 2.-Spanish fours
sold down to thirty-four, today, the
lowest point ever reached. Indica-
tions are that the bottom is not yet
reached.
Key West, April 20.-The feet is
ready to move at q moments notice.
Madrid, April Administer Wood
ford is still at Madrid and does not
say when he intends to take his de-
parture. He appears in no way un-
easy.
Later advices are to the effect that
Minister Woodford has been given his
passports by the Spanish government,
without awaiting the arrival Of the
ultimatum.
Washington. April 2O.-It has been
ascertained from reliable authority
that the conditions of the ultimatum
will not be made public in this coun.
try until Minister Woodford has pre-
sented the same to Spain, which will
probably be tomorrow.
The bill authorizing the president to
call for volunteers la taken up
in the house by unanimous consent
and passed with little debate.
Berlin, April 2O.-The Berliner Neu,
esten Nachrichten, a pronounced Bis.
marck organ, says the Spanish govern.
ment has made overtures to Germany
for the sale Of the Philippine islands
for S2OO,OOO,O0O. The Nachrichten odds
that Spain is anxious to take in OK.
change wal munitions covering thi.
amount.
Washington, April 9.-An militar,
and naval attaches at the United
States legations In Eurape have beer
ordered home.
New York, April 9O.-Naval officer.
at Key West are of the opinion tina
five minutes should be the extrcm,
limit allowed Spain in which to sur
render, and she should evacuate tn,
island under the guns of the United
States fleet.
Washington, April 2O.-From thi.
time forward war preparations will g.
forward with renewed activity, ant
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22

The county commissioners of Cass
county, in advertising for bids for
blanks, books and stationery, state
that bids from firms outside the state
will not be received. The commits
sioners of the largest county in the
state are to be congratulated upon the
stand they have taken. Their action
conforms with the intent of the law.
10 %patronize home industry is good
policy. not only as it relates to the
printers, but in all other bu siness
matters. g.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1898-04-22
Drank Lemon Extract.

Minnewaukan, N. d., April 2l.-Two
Sioux Indians from the reservation
bought two bottles of lcmon extract
from Merchant Davidson of this town.
One is dead and the other blind and
dying. Davidson sold innocently, not
knowing the natural effect Of tho sub
stance and being ignorant OF the law
prohibiting the sale to Indians.