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Newspaper
The Bowbells Tribune
Location
Bowbells, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1916
Page
4
Bowbells Tribune entered a second class matter on July 4, 1908 at Bowbells North Dakota post office under the act of March 3, 1879 and subsequent amendments.
William Moore eldest son of Mayor and Mrs J W Moore died at his home in Bowbells at 5 o clock Friday morning after weeks of illness. He was born in Vironna Wisconsin and grew up in Bowbells, educated there, and later worked as a bas technician. The funeral, conducted by Odd Fellows and local lodges, drew nearly every family in the community with a service led by Rev A H Beer. Burial followed at Bean ties cemetery. August Kraft longtime Bowbells resident died in Bowbells hospital after years of illness. He was born October 2 1850 in Pomona and lived in several towns before settling in Bowbells.
The deceased, a kind husband and father, respected neighbor, and builder of a large family, died leaving a wife, two sisters, and seven children five of whom survive in the Bowbells area. Funeral held at local M. E. church with large attendance. interment in Bowbell cemetery.
A roundup of Grand View area events includes Misses Edith and Clara Johnson sailing to Poplar Montana for homestead work, Martin Tweet returning from a land geologieing trip, and a well attended basket social raising $45. The South St Olaf church ladies aid auction netted $127. A reunion drew locals to Flaxton while the Grand View school closed with a lively program. Supt Worf encountered mud delaying travel to another township school. Local visits included Bill Schumann in Portal and Andor Evenson planning a barn dance next Saturday. Harry Gallager returned from a Judith Basin auto trip. Lottie Cassidy closes Greenfield school term Friday with a program.
Ataft correspondent reports Dewey Hjort Aden Nelson and others spent Sunday at the Amandus Anderson home with George Garret. Minnie Christianson visited Norma then returned Friday. Ole Hammerston improves after illness. Knute Hammersbon reports threshing finished with Ellena Schmelling assisting. Families visited Northgate and Flaxton for old settlers reunion. They toured Canada for portraits, returned to a hearty dinner and supper, and shared loyal greetings with friends.
Sunday activities include church services at Niobe and visits to the Peters home near Woburn and Lostwood. A basket social at Stannard schoolhouse drew a large crowd with Miss Gladys Miner owner of the top basket selling for nine dollars and a half. Proceeds totaled forty five dollars.
Sealed proposals will be received by the Methodist church committee for alterations in the basement of the Methodist church. Bids must include a five percent certified check payable to the church committee. Bid opening is July 10. The committee may reject any or all bids. Frank Woods, Chairman. Also notices ads about lightning rods, livestock exchanges, and a local candidate Kostad with endorsements for Burke county commissioner.
The Royal Theatre will show Life With out Soul a dramatic feature with a love tale of sacrifice. Showings are Saturday afternoon and evening at 4 00 8 00 and 10 00 oclock plus two one reel Keystone comedies making six reels total. A young physician discovers a giving fluid and attempts artificial creation of superhuman powers. The film promises gripping scenes and a large turnout from the country.
Foothills residents and families attend gatherings across Plaxton and nearby towns. Names include Beard, McAlpine, Owings, Jensen, and Parsons with events from old settlers reunions to church visits and neighborly calls over the past week.
Clayton correspondent reports a busy Bowbells week with visits to Bowbells and Tiffin Ohio. A basket social, a dance, and a Merrie go round carnival by Cash & Hine promise big entertainment for July 7 and 8. Local letters urge voters to consider Larsen for county treasurer, noting uncertainty and a focus on economical service.
A pretty wedding occurred at the brides parents home northeast of the city on Wednesday at five. Mize Agnes Kirkella daughter of Mr and Mrs H Kirklie married Will am F Redmer. Attendants were Miss Helen Kirklee and Herman Redger. Rev B H Fischer officiated with close family and friends present. After the ceremony a luncheon was served and the couple departed for Montana by auto to visit relatives, returning after September first. The Tribune extends congratulations to the couple and notes the bride's popularity among local youths. The piece also records a doll prize winner and a school program in Lucy district with Minn ie Chader teaching. CALE FOR WARRANTS: Funds exist in Lakeview School District No 1 for warrant No 21 of 475.00 to Albert Klugman Norma. Interest ceases July 1 1916. Hugh McGillivray treasurer.
Bids to be received for the alignment of 16 miles of wire and six miles of cross arms. Due July 1, 1916 at 2 00 p m at Woburn North Dakota. Mail or write to Bunch Pfeifer Woburn. We reach the people.
Sale of land notice under an order by Judge Fred F. Carter of Burke County North Dakota describes the private sale of Fritz Wolgast estate land in Lucy township. Sale after July 1 1916 to the highest cash bidder subject to court confirmation. Also bids invited for a 10 foot bridge between sections in Burke Ward counties with 50 dollar certified check and July 26 1916 opening. right to reject all bids reserved.
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