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The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
TWO WOMEN CONNECTED
WITH ALLEGED ROBBERY

Ruby and Minnie Bailey were held
at the police station Yesterday for in
vestigation in connection with the al
legged footing of the home Of Judge A.
C. BIouut The family had been away
on short vacation and when they re-
i't"ned yesterday reported to the polise
station that the house had been robbed
during their absence.
Two dresses were among other ar
ticles taken and, according to CAPT.
Harper, who worked up the case, one
of the dresses was taken off one nf the
women while in Jail yesterday after
ns.on. The other dress and other ar
ICES were found in possession OF the
Diner woman. stated the captain. Pra.'
/ alley gave her age as fS yeas ans
Nj lie as IS. They will be tu-a,1 over
t. the county this morning.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
No. 2-COntinued From
Page One

from the county.
The following resolution was adopt
ed:
"Resolved that this joint commits
sion recommend to the board Of coun-
ty commissioners of Escambia county
that the proceeds from the proposed
bond issue of 100000 be applied by
the commissioners as follows:
Pensacola to Flomaton 81, O70,0 900
Pensacola Gulf Beach
Highway .................S oOO,UOV
Pensacola Nunez Ferry
Road .........,......... 5oO,OO0
Pensacola Ferry Pass Roads 10000
''Resolved further, that il the bridge
proposed by the state road department,
to be built across the Escambia river
at or near Ferry Pass be not built,
that the $4,000 set apart for the Fer
~ Pass road be used and divided
equally for the Pensacola and Fiona
ton road and for the Pensacola Nunez
Ferry road Resolved, further, that
this commission recommend to the
board Of county commissioners that
this resolution be embodied in the
resolution of the board calling the
bond election"
A report on the progress of the
campaign committee was made. This
committee has already collected
s9O1.O2 and has pledged $1,00s.41. This
leaves a balance Of $500 to be col
lected, which will be sufficient for
campaign and publicity expenses. This
campaign is to be put on within the
next few weeks.
Those present at the meeting We're:
#. w. Marsh, Paul p. Stweart, Geo.
Emmanuel, Gus Suderlind. L. w.
Hardy, George Wentworth, w. E..
Wheat, T. L. Cant, H. Langley Bell,
o. j. Semmes. r. p. Reese, Thos. A.
Johnson, w. c.. Diffendurfer j. ".
Price, Fred Schad, John Massey, r..
IL. L. McCaskill, Wylie McDavid,
John T. Harper. Ferry Pass; A. j..
jacob. Moline; j. d. McCurdy, W.
H. Henderson.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
LORD MAYOR OF
CORK STARVING
(5y Associates Press. !

Cork, Aug. 24.-Lord Mayor Ter
ence MacSweeney, of Cork, who has
refused food since he was arrasted in
Cork on a charge of sedition IS DAYS
ago, was reported in an extremely
critical states this morning, although
conscious. Lord Mayor MacSweeney
is in Brixton jail here following his
conviction on the sedition charge. He
reiterated today his determination not
to take food until he is released.
MacSweeney's condition is said to
be such that he could not be re-
moved even if the authorities author
lied his immediate release, but he
stated that if written order of re-
lease were given he would take food
IN prison until he was able to be re-
moved.
At the home. office this morning II
was stated the decision of the govern
ment had not been altered and Mac
Sweeney would not be released.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
No. 3-COntinued From
Page One.

public" he said "but thoughtful Amer
leans are bordering about the mor-
row Is our civilization secure? NEv-
cry moral human being wishes for a
better morrow than today
Some of our people lately have
been wishing to become citizens of
the world. Not so long since met
fine elderly daughter of Virginia,
who would have been justified in
boasting her origin in the Old Domin-
ion and uttering her American pride.
but / was shocked to hear her say. I
am no longer an American; I am a
citizen of the world
Frankly. l am not so universal;
rejoice to be an American and love
the name. the land, the people and
the flag"
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
MANY FAMILIES
TRAPPED BY FIRE
nv Associated Press;

New YORK, Aug. 24.-Eight persons
were injured in a fire which trapped
more than score OF families in five
story East Side tenement house early
today. Only quick work by firemen
and police prevented a heavy loss Of
life, as the flames swept through the
building like a whirlwind. Two men
were seriously wounded when the
flames forced them to leap from third
floor window. The heat was so in
tense that firemen played streams Of
water on men, women and children as
they crowded the fire escapes to keep
them from being burned to death while
awaiting rescue.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
No. | Continued From
Page I

stated they were in accord with the
United States and France that Poland
would endanger her independence if
she accepted the soviet terms.
The communication Of the British and
Italian prime ministers was answered
by the French foreign office with a
note expressing pleasure that they ex.
pressed the same views with regard to
the Polish situation tlst France holds.
The meetings OF NJ Millerand. tue
French premier and Premier Giciltti
to be held in Aix-le-Bains remains
fixed for the middle of September. it
was announced this afternoon, and NJ
Millerand will not meet Premier Lloyd
George until later unless developments
a, for the situati
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
BODY RALPH KLEGG
TO ARRIVE TODAY

The body OF Ralph Klegg. young son
of Mr.. and Mrs. B. B. Klegg, of Myrtle
Grove. who died Sunday as a result Of
injuries sustained by being crushed be-
tween two electric cars while enroute
from Fort Meade to Washington last
Saturday. is expected to arrive in the
city this morning. 1t will be carried
to the family home at Myrtle Grove
whence the funeral will be held this
afternoon. following which interment
will be in the family burial lot near
that place.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
BELFAST RIOTING
RENEWED AGAIN
tBy Associates Press,

BELFAST, Aug. 24-RIoting was re-
newed here last night, the most menac-
ing disorder being a collision between
the unlonists and Sim Feiners in Bally-
macarrett, on the east side of the river
Lagan. Shortly after 8 O'Clock the on
posing crowds met in Blyson street and
kilmoren street, where shooting ana
stone throwing occurred. The police
eventually succeeded in dispensing the
rioters by baton charge.
Police forces, who were later rein
forced by soldiers, also dispersed crowds
which attacked two shops in Montrose
street.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
DEMPSEY TO MEET
CARPENTERS SOON

Chicago, Aug 24.-Jack Dempsey made
an agreement with Tex Richard to
meet Georges Carpenter, French cham
pion, it was announced today by Jack
Kearns, the champions manager. Kearns
said that his understanding of the
agreement was that the fight will be
held at Madison Square Garden, New
York shortly after Carpenter returns
here in September
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
RUMANIA PRINCE
SEES NEW YORK
fax Associated Rress.l

New York, Aug. 24.--Prince Carol
of Rumania went sight seeing here
today. Although it was announced
yesterday that he will remain in
cognito he already has attended sew
eral receptions in his honor and elab-
crate plans have been made to enter
tain him further before his departure
for England Saturday. Everywhere
on his tour of the city his identity
quickly became known to the throngs
in the streets.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
THINKS ITALIANS
FOUGHT TOO SOON
(By Associates Preas.)

Lucerne, Switzerland. Aug. "a. -
Premier Giolitti, of Italy, after his
conference here with Premier Lloyd
Geroge, told the correspondent he is
still convinced Italy entered the. war
too soon and should have entered at
the same time as America"
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
FIRES RAGING IN
BRITISH COLUMBIA
(eY A.soelated Press.l

Vancouver. B. c., Aug. 24.-More
than $50 separate fires in the district
south of the Campbell river have been
reported within the past few days.
Scores of fires are still raging today. it
was reported here, causing the de-
struction OF thousands of feet of tim
Der. particularly in the saltwater dis
triets, which are said to be vast sea
of flames.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
WATER CARRIERS
INCREASE RATES
t5y Associated Press.)

washington, Aug. 24.-The Shipping
board tonight authorized water car
riers to increase freight rates 20 to
40 percent, and passenger charges 20
to 33 Is percent over existing levels,
effective not later than January 1 on
one days notice to the public and the
board. Freight rates between Nor
folk and New Orleans were increased
25 percent and passenger fares 20 per-
cent.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
FRANK CARROLL SUFFERS
STOKE OF PARALYSIS

Frank x. Carroll, Democratic nomi-
nee for the legislature, who was
stricken with paralysis yesterday
morning, was reported as resting very
well last night and was much i'm
proved. 1t is expected that he will be
out of danger within the next day or
two.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
ZAMORA OFFERS
TO SURRENDER
lRv A.soclated press. ]

Mexico City, Aug. 24.-Zamora, the
bandit. has offered to surrender. ac-
cording to a statement this afternoon
by Miguel Robles. private secretary to
President De la Huerta. Foreigners
still held by Zamora will not be held.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
MADOO PRESIDE
AT COX LUNCHEON
fsv Assoeiated Press,

New York. Aug. 24.-wilIiam G. Nc
Adoo will preside at the luncheon to
Governor Cox here next Saturday it
was announced today. Dir. McAdoo
will make a short address introducing
Governor Cox
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
DANZIG WORKERS
HOLD UP FOOD
(ey AssocIated Press.l

Berlin, Aug. 24.-The governing
board of railway workers union at
Danzig will halt all war supplies ar
irving at that port destined for Po-
land and will permit only food and
@nitary supplies to pass.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
SAVE SHOES AND STOCKINGS

They will last twice as long IL you
Shake Into Your Shoes ALIENS FOOT
EASE, the Antiseptic, Healing powder
for the feet. 1t takes away the sting
of Corns, Bunions. CalIouses, sore, aching
swollen tender feet Aliens Foot Ease
stops the friction which causes the wear
on shoes and stockings. saves expense
and makes walking delight. Shake it
into your shoes, Sprinkle it in the foot
bath. Sold everywhere.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
NAVAL OFFICERS
TO ASSIST PERU
Charge Is Made $4,000 From
One Source Finds Way Into
Democratic Golfers.
(sy Associated Press.)

New York. Aug. 24.~Four United
States naval officers will sail for
Peru tomorrow on the steamship Santa
Eliza TO take charge of the reorgani-
zatlon of Peru's navy and naval acad-
envy it was announced here today.
They are Commander F. B. Fryer.
in charge; Commander Lewis ID.
Causey, both of whom are on the ac-
tive list; Lieutenant. Commander
Charles G.. Davis, retired, and Lieu
tenant Paul Fitzsimmons, of the re-
serve force.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25
THREE AMERICAN
BOXERS IN OLNALS
(ey Assoclated Press.l

SAntwerp, Aug. 24.-All three Ameri-
cans who reached finals in boxing
championships held in connection with
the Olympic games won their bouts to-
night.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25

Observation-Disclosures VI. Holmes
is still carrying mail at Washing
ton. He's the oldest carrier, both
in age and in point of service, at
the national capital. At the age of
20, he'll retire next month after hav-
ing walked in covering his route
a distance equal, it is estimated,
to four and one-half times around
the earth, and after carrying 6,000,-
900 pieces of mail!
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1920-08-25

Select your tires ac-
cordins to the roads
they have TO travel:
In sandy or billy coun-
Try, wherever the going
IS apt to be heavy--The
u. S. Nobby.
For ordinary country
roads-The u. S. Chain
or Usco.
For front wheels
The u. S. Plain.
For best results
@everywhere-U. S.
Royal Cords.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
NEWS LETTER

Then. Oak. War History Commits
sion wishes to call the attention of
the public to it's circular of informa-
tion on the work of the commission,
copies Of which will be- sent to all de-
string them. County committees will
be organized to have charge of the
work of compiling our war history.
From the responses SO far received it
seems certain that in many, perhaps
most of the counties, the county SUI
perintendents will be glad to have
offices used as centers for the work
of local committees. The labor of COM
piling and writing this history must
be largely volunteer as there are nc
salaried officers Of the commission
When completed the history will be a
state publication recording the actual
contribution which the citizens OF
North Dakota made toward winning
the war. The announcement of ap-
pointments to the county committees
will appear from time to time as the
organization Of the counties is COM
pleted. ...
o. G. Libby, Chairman,
N. Oak. War History Commission
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI PARTY

Monday night at the high school
gymnasium the annual Alumni party
and dance was held and from those
attending we learn the event will long
be remembered as probably the most
enjoyable affair of this kind ever held
in the city. "a.
The gymnasium was beautifully
decorated to represent winter scene,
evergreen trees conspicuously placed
around the hall, the overhead decora-
tions representing snow, while at the
center Of the gym to the east end was
placed q snowman. p
Dancing commenced at 9 o'clock,
music being furnished by piano and
saxophone and to these soft melodious
strains the dancers made merry until
early morning. At midnight refresh
ments were served and between dances
stunts Of diffefen sorts were staged
the most lapghable Of all being the
suit case race. NJ
A few favor dances were held
among them being the confetti dance,
which was probably the most fun and
prettiest, of all.
Preceding the dance election of, Of
ficers for the ensuing year was held
and the following were elected:
President Fay Amsbaugh.
Vice President Mrs. I. Ertresvaag.
Secretary Mel Gorder. p"
Treasurer Fred Vikan.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
ANNOUNCEMENT

I wish to announce to the Public
that I am moving to Fargo for three
months and no longer and by this
move I also wish to announce that
am not leaving the City of Bottineau
nor the County Of Bottineau.
I am going to keep my office in Bot
tineau and will be here several days
month to look after my insurance
business. l am going to make my
headquarters in Fargo for the next
ninety days where I will do special
work for the insurance companies
represent
Anyone wishing for my services as
auctioneer can make dates with me
by either writing me at Bottineau or
at Fargo, 223 North 11th Street. AS
stated above I will be at my office at
Bottineau several days a, month and
will be there on the 18th, 18th and
18th Of January.
I want to impress upon my friends
that I am at their disposal for any.
thing can do in my line Of business
same as I have in the past.
a. A. Berthiaume.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
NOT PROFITABLE TO
SHIP YOUR HIDES

, Mr. C. J. .Haijsman is wondering
why the price Of shoes is SO high. Mr..
Haijsman shipped a As pound green
cow hide to Aberdeen, s. Dak., on No
vember 18th and on December 1st re
ceived the returns and has turned
them over to us 50 that we can show
farmers just what they can expect
from the present system Of marketing.
The hide company paid $1.75 freight
charges on the hide and they allowed
Mr.. Haijsman $1.72 for the hide. When
they deducted the freight charges
from the amount due Mr.. Haijsman,
they found that he owed them 8
cents. In other words Mr.. Hjaisman
gave the company the hide and three
cents for their paying the freight on
it. At this rate how many hides would
Mr.. Hjaisman have. to ship in order
to get pair Of shoes in exchange !?
/ Can you blame the Subsidized In
terests Tor laughing at the "poor
rubes" when we sit back and let them
discriminate against us, year after
year, and do nothing to stop them. It
lis just little incidents like the above
which brings home TO MS the reason
why the Gamblers and Profiteers are
fighting the organized farmers.-Gol-
den Valley Progress.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
CELEBRATE GOLDEN WEDDING

Tuesday evening at the home of
their daughter, Mrs. J. C. Slower, sew
enty one invited guests gathered to
help Mr.. and Mrs. William Russell
celebrate their golden wedding ami
versary.
At eight o'clock the guests assem-
bled and the evening was spent in
music and visiting. Mrs. Clarke, of
Winnipeg, sister of Mrs. G. A. Durnin,
rendered three piano selections.
The main event Of the evening was
the mock wedding staged, Mr.. and
Mrs. Russell being attended by Mr..
and Mrs. P. o. Head, who celebrated
their golden wedding anniversary
last winter. Rev. Crouch of the Pres
byterian church read a passage of
Scripture and Mrs. J. H. Kirk played
the wedding march.
At eleven o'clock a dainty lunch
was served, the color scheme Of gold
being carried out in the refreshments.
Mrs. Russell also gave each guest a
piece of wedding cake which she had
made for the occasion.
Mr.. and Mrs. Russell were married
Dec. 28, 1870 and moved to Bottineau
county in 1884 from Ontario, and
proved up. the homestead on which
their son John now lives. They moved
to Bottineau in 1905 where they have
since resided. Mrs. Russell has reached
the age of rs years and Mr.. Russell
IT years.
Mr.. and Mrs. Russell have hosts of
friends in and around Bottineau who
will join with The Courant in wishing
them many more happy anniversaries
On behalf of the guests, Mr.. J. ].
Weeks presented Mr.. and Mrs. Rus
sell with a purse Of gold containing
about $4,000, and besides this several
other gifts were given.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Sunday Jan. 2, 1921

Morning Worship Communion Ser
vice) 1O:45 A. M.
Bible School IL M.
Intermediate Endeavor, $3.50 P. NJ.
Senior Endeavor, Z p. NJ.
Junior Endeavor, Monday 4 P. NJ.
Evening Service, 8 P. NJ.
A school in Applied Christianity
will be held in the church beginning
Sunday evening and continuing thru
out the week.
You are cordially invited to attend
these studies.
The object Of the school is to make
a fair study Of the effect Christianity
has had upon society at home and
abroad.
You cannot afford to miss the dis.
cussions.
One evening at least, It is expected
will be devoted to lecture on Soutl
America, illustrated with pictures.
B. A. Booster.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
HILDA LARSON DIES

About 1 o'clock A.. M. yesterday
morning, Miss Hilda Larson, passed
away at the home of her parents, in
the Turtle Mountains. Miss Larson
has been suffering for SOME time with
tuberculosis.
Deceased was "a years of age and
the daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Kore-
llQs Larson, and was well known in
Bottineau, having for several years
run the Dychman Cafe, with her Sis
ter Betsy. She is survived by her par
ents, two sisters and two brothers, all
of Bottineau. The funeral will be held
Monday from the Lutheran church.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
JOSEPH GARDNER

Sunday at his home near Lansford,
Joseph Gardner, age ~ years, died
from pneumonia, being sick only .
week.
Deceased was the son Of Mr.. and
Mrs. Thomas Gardner, who at ons
time were residents of Bottineau, Mr..
Gardner having served at sheriff of
this county. From here the family
moved to Dayton, Ohio, where It win
be remembered Mr.. Gardner died .
few years ago. Mrs. Gardner arrived
at Lansford Wednesday evening and
the remains will Sc laid to rest today
at Maxbass.
Deceased leaves TO mourn his loss,
his wife and 2 children, one brother,
William Of Lansford, his mother and
several brothers and sisters Of Day
ton, Ohio.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
BOOZE RUNNERS QUIT

The following is taken from late
issue Of the Minot Daily News and is
the testimony given by one booze
runner when he was hauled into court.
asked about the reported custom of
whiskey runners carrying women with
them, Pierce said the reports that
some sheriffs in North Dakota had
machine guns caused some to secure
women and bring, them along for pro-
tec:;ion against hasty shooting.
II never encountered any Of the
runners who had women with them, J"
Pierce said, ''but I am told they came
from Sioux City, Iowa. You know
the newspaper accounts of the sheriffs
in Bottineau and Ward counties in
North Dakota having machine guns
and high powered rifles rather fright
ened some of the boys. I can safely
state that the circulation of these stor
les by newspapers caused from SO to
go per cent Of the runners. to quit the
business. know 12 who quit when
that man Hennessy (sherin cf Botti-
neau county, killed man from Sioux
City. But the Canadian firms send
word down that most Of that stuff
was propaganda by prohibit1onists. ]
have never encountered officers, fed
eral, state or county, so cannot say
whether they really have the machine
guns or not. ~.
81 do know the runners have the
impression \ that Canadian officers
close their eyes to most cars going
across the line and returning. They
evidently realize that the sale of whis.
key is bringing hundreds, of thousands
Of dollars into Canada and that Of
course means more prosperity"
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30

Sargent and Mrs Webster Walker
who have been Waiting here at the
Mollst home returned this morning TO
Omaha, Nab. II
6 ?. Tabor 81 Souris stopped OF
at Bottineau Wednesday evening on
his NY "a Overly. ~ 1s5y Z, ss1.a
We have number of aecoHl hanl
- u makes. II you either 49,
'tO buy sor tzade II one you Ind bsttse
- u. Home Auto "a.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
NEEIINCSFOR b0TTINflU
=. = COUNTY ANNOUNCEDIBY COUNTY AGENT

has lectured at farm meetings in prac-
tically every state in the Northwest
as well as central and southern states
and will be glad to have you ask
questions on these subjects at any
time. -~N
Come and bring your wife and
5neighbor. If you can't come, write
Fancy and ask for booklet on any of
these subjects. They are free.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
CONDIE-MORRIs

Christmas Day at the home Of the
brides parents in Chicago, Miss Helen
E. Morris and Mr.. Stewart Condie,
son Of Mr.. and Mrs. A. N. Condie Of
Bottineau, were united in marriage.
II will be remembered that Miss
Morris was an instructor at the For
estry Normal few years ago. NJ
@ The young couple will make SheiI
home ct Westhope where Mr.. Condie
has charge Of an elevator.
The Courant joins with friends in
extending best Wishes.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
CHRETIEN-COTEs i

& Yesterday morning at seven o'clock
occurred the marriage Of Miss Flora
Chretien, daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs
Ed. Chretisn of this city, and Mr.. Will
fred Cote, son of Mr.. and Mrs. Emede
Cote Of Willow City, Rev. Father An
drieux 70 ST Marks Catholic Church
performing the ceremony. The young
couple will make their home on the
grooms farm near Wilhaw City.
The Courant extends congratula-
tions. ,s5
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1920-12-30
NOTICE OF MEETING

A. O. u. w. Installation of Officers
and Smoker on Wednesday evening,
Jan. IL, 1921 at o'clock sharp. Card
games, fruit, smoker and lunch. All
members please attend.
Oak Greek Lodge No. 20, A. o. U.
w., Bottineau, N. Oak.