Notice of Homestead Final Proof at Williamsport
Notice is given that Lizzie Cordner has filed for final proof to support her claim in Emmons county. Proof will be made before the district judge or clerk in Williamsport on April 20, 1889. Witnesses: Thomas Bottomley, Charles H. Edick, Ezra T. Herrick, Henry A. Armstrong, all of Williamsport. Oppositions and cross examination allowed at the stated time and place. Oscar E. Rea, Register.
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Board of Commissioners
Emmons County
Dakota
Winona
Fort Yates
Bozeman County
E. T. Herrick
Williamsport
Bismarck
Lizzie Cordner
Ronwenty Lizzie Tape
Thomas Bottomley
Charles H. Edick
Ezra T. Herrick
Henry A. Armstrong
Dak
Interior Department
Oscar E. Rea
Register
Emmons County News Sees Wheat Boom and Cheap Fuel
The Emmons county press notes legislators adjourned in both chambers and forecasts rising wheat prices will boost spring planting. It claims Emmons will follow the nationwide trend of heavy crop, offers Foster county seed grain, and remarks Williamsport coal and dry diamond willow are cheap fuel. It also says North Dakota homes draw buyers, with Emmons county near the southern line and seed grain available.
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Carrington News
Emmons
N. D
Foster
Williamsport
North Dakota
Alliance Meeting A Farmers Alliance Session Friday March 15
A meeting of the Farmers' Alliance announced for Friday evening March 15 with W L Yearen listed as President. The notice calls members to attend and participate in the scheduled session under the leadership of Yearen.
Dakota Tree Planting Laws Spurred by Farmer Needs
The Northwestern Farmer and Breeder from Fargo outlines two Dakota laws promoting tree planting through bounty and tax exemption, with explanations of their workings. The March issue also offers guidance on successful cultivation and can be obtained for 50 cents a year or two 2-cent stamps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota
Northwestern Farmer and Breeder
Fargo
Stock to Herd Notice by G M Maxpiao
The undersigned informs the public he will take stock to herd in the coming season at 75c per head for cattle and 1.00 for horses. Good range and water supply, good bull with herd. Stock kept out from daylight till dark. Respectfully, G. M. Maxpiao.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M. Maxpiao
Haring Stock Herding Rates Announced by Local providers
The undersigned offers stock herding services for the coming season at rates of 1.00 per head for horses and 0.75 for cattle, with ample water and good range. A reliable bull accompanies the herd, and cattle will be taken out early and brought in late daily. Also, cattle herding for the coalog season at 1 per head with good range and water, signed Grove Chapman and E. Coover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Coover
Oats for sale advertised by owner Gerard Haax
600 bushels white seed oats for sale. Apply to Gerard Haax at Section 30 Township 130 Range 75 for purchase or arrangements.
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Gerard Haax
Two for the Price of One Offer for Recoup Debtors
The Northwestern Farmer offers a free year to anyone who settles totals owed to the Recoup and to new subscribers who pay for a year in advance. The deal gives a free year of the Farmer to those who prepay.
County Treasurer Office Hours Adjusted This Week
The County Treasurer's Office will open on Mondays Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week and be closed on remaining days. The notice clarifies operating days for the public and refunds or payments due.
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County Treasures
DoGsLp CamesE.t
Exeter and Hampton Notes From the Recorps
County correspondents report on arrivals and departures, local travel, plowing, and small town happenings. Residents such as H. Sherwood and E. Braddock plan returns, while farming activity increases with plowing, seeding, and garden work. A wedding rumor and several visits from figures like Rev. Gilbert and Peter Ferguson add to the lively Roundup of Exeter Hampton and nearby communities.
Beaver County notes and town chatter from Emmonsburg
Local column recounts trapper Corbin’s two lynxes and a wildcat in Beaver region traps, Archambault’s near monopoly on posts, garden seed orders to USDA, Sabbath school officers, and roadworthy news about residents including Ed Streeter, Mrs Child, and various tradesmen. Contains village updates on posts, cattle, and timber activity.
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Emmonsburg
Encorp
Ben Corbin
Pat Malloy
Corbin
Archambault
Ernest Mutchler
U. S. Department of Agriculture
W. B. Andrus
W. B. Lee
Chas. Burtis
Willie Lee
Child
R. W. Child
Winona
Mrs. Child
Ulster
Bradford County
Miss Bartholomew
Grand Rapids
Mich
R. W
Merchant Archambault
Liss Kate Deerfoot
Brn
Nevis
Local notes from Roop township recount visits and moves
The letter details Pat entertaining guests in style, plans for new families arriving in spring, and farmers driving a stubborn wagon team. It notes John Daniel’s expected brothers from Canada, Roop family moves to Prof Keim’s house, and E F Sauvage starting on his own place. It mentions school staffing, Miss Edick, and a proposed school at Mr Swanseen’s house.
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Pat
L. Fetter
Winchester
Albert
John Daniel
Canada
Jack
John Roop
Prof. Keim
Williamsport
John
E. F. Sauvage
J. L. Kennedy
Williamsport Amateur Dramatic Club staging Dick Turpin and Tom King
The Williamsport Amateur Dramatic Club repeats the 1886 hit Dick Turpin and Tom King at the Williamsport schoolhouse on Saturday evening March 30 1889 with an enhanced cast. After the drama a three act farce The Kansas Immigrant will follow and a dessert finale. Admission 25 cents, 15 cents for children. Doors 8 and curtain 8 30. Proceeds fund dishes for social events and Fourth of July celebrations.
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Williamsport
Williamsport Amateur Dramatic Club
Dick Turpin
Tom King
H. A. Armstrong
Knight of the Road
D. H. Yeater
Adolphus Fitzfoozle
D. R. Rupert
Jackey Goosegreen
Chawbacon
Henry Shide
Mary Watson
Turpin
Ollie Worst
Betty Slimkins
Stella Edick
Sam Gross
H. D. Connor
Joe Cope
F. H. Cotton
Ezra Slocum
E. O. Campbell
Huldah Slocum
Eva Campbell
Benjamin Slocum
Ezra
Boston
Frank Hart
Joe Buck
OH. Yeater
Coming Home Letter From 1689 Wisconsin Resident
Pont Andrew Wisconsin March 9 1689 To the Editor of the Recorp Dean Str Please change my address to Exeter Fire as the beaver jungle dwellers near beaver prairie fires The Blizzard State milder winter than we but pleasant Observed article on prairie fires The destroying angel of farmers in Dakota is fire More moisture from grass mulch Observe effect of keeping off fire two to three years to avoid injury Fire suppression needed to protect interests Ring it in readers ears Ever yours ready Q As SuzRwoop
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Pont Andrew
Wis
the Recorp
Dean Str
Exeter
Dakota
SuzRwoop
Williamsport School Board Plans Meeting and Dance Notices
Williamsport school board meets to morrow evening. Several local residents attend the masquerade at the school house. The item notes a school term close, local grocer George Jennings advertises bed rock prices, and a dancing party is planned for March 18 at Burr Oak residence.
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Williamsport
Parks
Logan County
Will
Fourth Street
Maine
Bismarck
Billy
Miles Ogle
Henry A. Bergey
Olaf Larson
Alliance
George Jennings
Main
Fifth Streets
George Dougherty
Mr. Hoover
Winona
J. W. Baker
Burr Oak
Emmons County
E. Coover
Dent County
Runaway Saturday Mare Dashes Through Rural Streets
A lively Saturday runaway near Williamsport ends with a bay mare trained for driving, breaking gear, and minor injuries to Mrs. W. The horse covered about twenty miles, dodging across properties from Fielden to Couch schoolhouse before being caught southeast of Lewis's. The account is told in first person by a local observer.
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Williamsport
Foster
Winchester
Fielden
Mr. Fielden
Mr. Rush
Mr. R
W. H. Worst
Couch
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Roop
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