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The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
IN MEMORIAM.

Inasmuch as the Father of US all has
taken from among us our friend and
classmate, Grace Johnson, we, the fac
ulty and student body of the State
Normal School at Minot, wish to unite
in expressing our affection for her, our
grief at her loss, and our sympathy to
the bereaved family.
Realizing the greatness of their loss
and the depth of their sorrow, we wish
to extend our sincere sympathy to her
father and mother, her brothers and
sisters.
Remembering her earnestness of en-
deavor, her faithfulness to duty, and
her modest demeanor, we wish to ex-
press our appreciation of most low
able character.
Entering in the first days of the
school, she had been student with us
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
Smile Always Gets Results.

DO YOU know that when your face
wears smile, other people smile, too,
without knowing why? Or when you
look cross or downcast other faces
become Swallowed? 1t is fine thing
to pass your lightness Of heart along
but how about the other? If we are
feeling sad, let us try to keep it to-
ourselves, and not, by an overcast
face, pass it on to someone else.--
Evangelical Herald.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18

was teaching school. While there he
suffered a stroke of paralysis, but re-
covering from the first stroke, it was
felt that he was we'll on the road to
fair health again when another stroke
came, which caused his death. The re-
mains were brot to this city where the
family maintain their home. The fu-
neral was held on Tuesday, interment
being in Rosehill cemetery. Deceased
was GO years of age, and leaves wife
and several children to mourn his
death.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
Hecht Did Not Have Operation

Hecht Did Not Have Operation.
Colonel H. J. Hecht, who stopped at
Rochester, Mimi, last week enroute
home from Iowa, did not submit to an
operation as he expected. Mrs. Hecht,
who met Mr.. Hecht at Rochester, re-
turned with the Colonel. Mr.. Hecht
is suffering from a severe cold and will
60 back later for the operation. He
will have his appendix removed and
the doctors believe he has few gall
stones that he can dispense with. They
assure him that the operation will be
successful.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
Echoes From the Farmers Tour.

From the Association News, Chica-
go, periodical devoted to bill posting
interests, the following clipping was
taken:
"'Minot as a Distributing Center is
the heading on card issued recently
by the Minot On. d. Association Of
Commerce, copy of which was for
warded Association News by the Mi
not Display AID Co. 1t calls attention
to the large number of towns in North
Dakota and Montana which may be
reached directly and indirectly from
Minot."
This is further proof of effectual
work done by Secretary Holbein and
A. F. Bacon, who made the trip.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
Ten Men Engage in Fierce Fight; Are
Arrested.

The city police were called to the
G. N. yards last night to quell riot
which had taken place in boarding
car. A number Of 1. w. WIS mixed
with gang of fellows who were evil
IDENTIFY opposed to the program as laid
down in the little red book and fear
full fight ensued. Whiskey had some
thing to do with the trouble, too. Ten
men were arrested and taken to the
city jail. Three of them are in bad
shape, their heads being all cut up
One called for doctor this morning
The men are all members of the snow
shovelers' gang.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18

each succeeding year. The long-con-
tinued association, together with the
unusual sweetness of her disposition
has endeared her to US and has left
vacant a place that cannot easily be
filled.
(Signed)
For the Faculty:
ELEANOR C. BRYSON.
FLORENCE C. PERKETT.
For Classmates and Students:
e AMY E. OWEN,
4 President, Junior Class.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
CARD OF THANKS.

Words are inadequate to express
the gratitude we feel towards our
many friends for acts of kindness done
and words of sympathy expressed over
the death of our beloved daughter and
sister, Grace. We will never forget.
Mr. and Mrs. Jas. johnson and Family.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
Manners and Morals.

your aim is right, it does not matter
about your manners. Just as beau
tiful picture deserves an appropriate
frame, and just as a pretty face needs
suitable dressing to set it off, SO char
acter must be framed in courtesy, II
it is to be appreciated.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18

Tom L. Nelson, one of the readers
of the Independent from Lansford,
has been in Minot several days receiv-
ing treatments from specialist. Mr..
Nelson has farmed in the vicinity Of
Lansford for years and has prospered.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
Death If Woodford n. Wilson

Woodford D. Wilson, one of the old
time pioneers of this section, died at
Tioga Saturday last. Mr.. Wilson for
some time past has resided in Canada
where he owned fine homestead. He
came back to the States recently and
had gone to Tioga, where Mrs. Wilson
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18

HOLSTEIN HEIFER CALVES.
High grade, nicely marked Holstein
heifer calves. From heavy producing
dams and $4,000 bull. $500 each,
express prepaid.
FRANK T. HARRIS,
1-1S-t3cg Sextonville, Wis. I
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
comnansations of Life.

The injustice nf society in distrib-
uting it's rewards is exactly equaled by
its injustice in inflicting punishments.
Life.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
WOLsETH MAN KICKED BY COW

A. w. Getchel1 Of Wolseth, had an
argument with one of his cows while
milking. Bossy planted one Of her
feet against Mr.. Getchells ribs, frac-
turing two of them. He is laid up for
repairs and 0. Hanlon is looking after
the farm work.
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
J. w. STEELE
GENERAL AUCTIONEER

Sales made anywhere. Every
sale will have my best attention.
Rates and dates can be had at
the Savings Loan & Trust Co., or
phone 665 Blue at my expense.
1-18-t12
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
Christ Rock Ia Dead

Christ Book, aged As years, died at his
home on Valley street last night. He
had been employed about the Fair store
Tor some time and was highly regarded
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18

Skating and coasting parties, sleigh
rides, all the pleasures that winter
provides, fairly challenge your Kodak
GET THE STORY.
Kodaks from $500 up
Brownie Cameras as low as $1.25
The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1917-01-18
GetiYour Stock in Condition
for the Hard Springs Work
Use Sal-Vet

Ask the Man that uses SAL-VET
EGGS are SOC a dozen now; why
don't you make your hens lay eggs?
Use LEES EGG MAKER-25c, SOC,
SIPS and $3.50.
Prussian Stock Foods are guaran-
teed. We have these remedies for the
ailments common to stock.
If your Cattle or Horses have lice
be sure and use KRESO DIP.
Per pint Observation-Disclosures 30
Per quart Observation-Disclosures go
One-half gallon -------------- 80
Emmons County record. [volume] (Williamsport, D.T. [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-current, 1917-06-28
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Emmons County record. [volume] (Williamsport, D.T. [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-current, 1917-06-28
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Emmons County record. [volume] (Williamsport, D.T. [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-current, 1917-06-28

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Emmons County record. [volume] (Williamsport, D.T. [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-current, 1917-06-28

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Emmons County record. [volume] (Williamsport, D.T. [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-current, 1917-06-28

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Nsseri.ey General |
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b ,ate Of North Dn.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

]. WEISS, unheisterer. box springs. hair mattresses made to order. faT- niture refinishing, i0a7 State es.e Casino Building. BarnuEn 22si.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
UPHOLsTEkHskS

WE WILL COVER and furnish sii material for piece paFier suit, guarantee all workm anship a. drse class, ten patterns to select from. fer SIP to SIS. Scally Bros, 401 state street. P6 st4
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
SuRs, TuRss ruRs,

VURS TAKEN ON STORAGE dur- ing sumsler: repairing and altering at summer prices ]. Tesiny. l11s Broad aE
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

IF. YOU WANT Fire Insurance. If you want your house rented. Fro- party sold. Call on US. We want your business. Let us try. Chas. g. Cole. 251 State St.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

MECHANo-THEEAPisr

ikEAf RHEUMATIsAi. I4um nago., HePnrittN Cnoleli.hiasls. BrOnchifia. Cohstipat>On. Gastrlu1s. eiastralgla, dyspepsia. Indigestion and Tortlcol. ns or all pains and aches of rhe h0- man body. James A saeSIs. .A. T., 12l2 State Street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
INSURANCE

DAMAGE Is ABOUT ALL fire can do to your property. Insurance cost ing 2c 9 day protects you. All the particulars at D. B. Boothe &
 Co.,, Conn. Bank Building. S15 stf
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
RESTAURANT

THE GLOBE Restaurans-Reguta dinner or supper zoe. We serve the best food, coffee and butter in the city. For two and one-half years in business. Our ice boxes hava been open to the public for inspec- tion. 3S5 Fairfield Ave. Barnum b6S5. e.st zas.1
 5 .4 ds'
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
CLOTHES WASHER
DANCING LESSONS

NEW IDEAS in dance instruction, Waits. Fox Trot. one-step. Private lessons. Miss Jewel Smith. 23s Smith St., near Newffeld Park. Phone Rarnum <611.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
CHRoPRAOric MATUREokArHs

pr. If. F. Pope; pr. E. T. Wetherbe. Chiropractic-Nature Meigs building. Room 1GI, entrance l3s Faiyxaeid avenue. Office houvs to 13 .. m., 1880 to p. nz.. to ?. ui. Closed Thursday and Saturday eveningA Bridgeport. coLn. Tel
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
AUTO REPAIRING

AUTO REPAuRING of every descrip- ton No job too difficult. Mag nsto and bearing work a specially. Expert Motor Car Repair Co.,. 3c4 Charles St. Barnum 4saS.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
FARMS FOR SALE

LAKE AND FARMS FOR SALE or exchange. Farms from s750 up. Also one and two family houses in all parts of the city, D, B. Morgan, .16 Charron St., BaFpum e6e2.
 Rs aIs
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

Farmer want Ads. one Cent wozd.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

PLUMBING AND HEATING IF YOU DESIRE first class plumbing call on New York Plumbing and Heating contracters; also jobbing and timing promptly attended to. i721 Main St, Phone 1s26.
 B B ell.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

HAIR MAKER-Switches, trana- formations, psyches and puffs made from combings; combings bought; switches for sale; reasonable prtcea- Mrs. George Patrick, 271 State St
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

VOGHT sells your business; list now. cash buyers waiting; groceries. con- f&ctioneries, poolrooms, restauranta Barnum ,ssso. voght. BOA Warner H:ssidinS.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
AUTO TRUCKING

LOCAL AND LONG distance Surni- turs moving. also general trucking. Glass and Madwed. IA Highland Ave. Telephone Baynum 6307, Bridgeport. Conn
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
DOCTOR
CHIRoPRACToR

L Q. BOLTON, D. C., chiropractic Specialist. Newfieid building. 1l8s Main St., Bridgeport, Conn. Hours. s:3o to IF m.. to { p. m, except Sundays and holidays. Monday, Wednesday and Er,day evenings 2 70 o'clock Ps 'a
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

LADIES FANCY Muslin Underwear, Ladies and Mems furnishings. clen's shop aprons. Josephine Walsh A97 East Main St.. corner Barnun. Ave.
 16 dss
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

FARM OF 73 ACRES-Wen located within driving distance of Bridge port and Derby markets, suitable for general farming, dairying or stock raising. Good house. barn and other buildings. Owned by a widow who is unable to run the farm. An opportunity to get good farm at the right price. G, W. Coggswell, Meigs building.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17

WILLIAM E. REED, printer. Book. lets, folders and commercial stA- donery. Prices right 2e7 Waruee building. ss Fairfield avenue.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-17
POULTRY SUPPLIES
PRINTING

WHO'S YOUR PRINTER;s Let us do it. Business cards, cireuiars invt- tations. etc. National Pri: -ing Co.,
 T 20 aSs
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1917-06-26
nore. against the king business.

more against the king business. It
doesn't do town any good. People
are asking themselves what benefits
they derive from the public licensing
of this business which takes the
shoes off their children's feet and
doesn't do anything to bring in fac
tories or otherwise build up the COM
munity.
Mark us, Europe will go bone dry
on kings in very few years. We
should hate to see any young Ameri-
can caught with throne on his
hands when that time comes. Go in
for something with future, like
farming or soldering. If you have
been saving up your money to take
a correspondence course in kingship,
don't do it. Buy liberty bond.
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1917-06-26
And three-fifths Of the Germans

And three-fifths Of the Germans
are Prussians. The other two-fifths
distributed among twenty-four
states; some of them fair sized, some
hardly larger than Illinois counties
and here and there one hardly larger
than Jackson park-accept Wilhelm
as emperor. AS such he has little
power on paper. In actual fact he
has stupendous power. He appoints
seventeen members OF the German
senate. Three more he practically
appoints. The rest are named by:
obedient dukes, grand dukes. and
kings OF German states. Together
they not only bully the German
house of representatives, but with
Wilhelm's consent, can dissolve it
outright. So, II Wilhelm is Prussia.
Prussia is Germany.
A beautiful system! In the good.
ness of their hearts German aris-
tocrats would impose it upon us
also. That is why they went to war.
BY world dominion they mean the
destruction of democracy the world
over and the substitution of autoc-
racy. And, mind you, hereditary
autocracy. Odious though we find
the thought Of submitting to the
autocratic will Of Germany's present
emperor, incomparably more odious
is the thought of our children sub
uniting to the autocratic will OF his
son.
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1917-06-26

counts of districts annexed during
the growth of Prussia, and heads OF
the territorial nobility and partly
of members appointed by Wilhelm.
Meanwhile Wilhelm appoints the
prime minister, who serves also as
chancellor of the empire. He is re-
sponsible to Wilhelm alone. And
Wilhelm appoints all the other min
listers. They have access to both
chambers. When they do they en-
joy special privilege. Nor has
either house the means of compell-
ing a minister to resign. Parlia-
ment cannot even influence the
choice Of minister. Wilhelm at
tends to all that and to plenty more
besides.
He is head of the army and de-
clares war and peace. He is head
of the church; when he enters a
pulpit, as he occasionally does, it is
his right. He summons and dissolyes
parliament, brings pressure upon it
when he chooses, and his veto is Alb
solute. He controls foreign policy.
He confirms orders and titles of
nobility and appoints the mayor Of
Berlin. In word, he is the whole
thing. Not one syllable in the con-
stitution holds him responsible for
any of his public acts.
In England the king "feigns, but
does not rule" In England 1.-The
king can do no wrong" because the
king cannot do anything in partic-
ular. The same is true of the Ital-
ian king and of Morse kings. In
Prussia, however, the king rules. A
staff of highly trained ministers does
his bidding. He appoints all the
officers of state. Whatever GUS
tomary taxes the government re-
quires he can collect without secur-
ing the parliament's approval, and
even against its disapproval. He
proposes nearly all the bills passed
upon by the parliament, and the
is unable to force upon
him bill of its own If he cares to
resist. In the Morse sense, or the
English, or the Italian, Wilhelm is
not a, king in Prussia; he is a
potentate in Prussia.
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1917-06-26

editorials expressing my approval OF
the sinking Of the Iusitania. ="
Times-Republican. A.
What will happen to such men the
Freeman-Tribune does not know, but
it does know what should happen.
They should be treated as prisoners
of war and interned until the war is
over. They have no business to
freedom in this country at this time.
The United States government now
needs man of iron like Theodore
Roosevelt to deal with resident enc
mics and traitors.
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1917-06-26
AuTocRAr OF PRUSSIA.

Chicago Tribune: Through Prus
STA Wilhelm III. rules the German
empire, but how does he rule Prus
STA? AS limited monarch? Then
to what extent limited? To large
extent-on paper. A written con-
stitution gives Prussia a parliament
It gives Prussia prime minister.
But when we obtain. so to speak, q
closeup of Prussian universal suf-
frage, the Prussian parliament, and
the prime minister's status in Prus-
STA, we get strange enough picture
of Wilhelm as governor of his home
state.
Though all Prussians above 25
years of age can vote, they vote in
directly and in three classes, graded
according to wealth. A little group
of rich voters can thus outweigh a
multitude of poor voters. AS radi-
Gals are found mainly among the
poor, this is worth noting.
In the Prussian parliament only
members of the lower house are
elected. They rarely propose new
laws. II they do the upper house
can defeat them. Whenever pro-
posed law Is in the least objection
able to Wilhelm it is sure of defeat
in the upper house. Why?
Because the upper house consists
partly of hereditary members
(Hohenzollern princes, princes and