On this date in 1939, widespread rains across North Dakota and surrounding regions brought up to 1.75 inches of precipitation, easing moisture deficits and bringing relief to farmers, with continued rainfall expected.

Here's the complete story as it appeared in the paper that day:

Dry weather fears vanished for the present and moisture deficiencies dwindled Friday in North Dakota as the heaviest rains of the year drenched the state generally and brought jubilation to farmers and city folk alike.

Rains ranged up to nearly an inch and a half at several points in 30– and 36–hour periods. It was still raining in many areas late Friday and overcast clouds promised more showers where rain had ceased.

To top it all off, weather observers predicted more rain for today, locally and in North Dak

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