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Newspaper

The Ward County Independent

Location

Minot, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1906

Page

1

New Mayor and City Council

Minot's new twelve aldermen convened their first meeting Tuesday night. Mayor Dank C. Greenleaf outlined needs from financial scrutiny to street sanitation, fire safety, and ordinance revisions, naming initial departmental heads and committees. The council adjourned to reconvene Monday night.

Minot Dank C. Greenleaf Srey Rhe Minotof Ile Reishus Greenleaf John Fahey K. M. Andrews Thos. E. Hagen E. 5. Severance John McDougall Ole Knnason Board of Health G. White D. H. Kimball Kimball Murray John Lynch D. (. Cameron C. A. Grow T. T. Jacobson L. Prescott J. H

County Board investigates missing Minot Bank bond report

At a Board of County Commissioners meeting Commissioner Abbott proposed a resolution to probe a $25 000 Minot National Bank bond and was named to lead the inquiry with States Attorney McGee. The report stalled for lack of a second and generated criticism of the old board. Separately Hurd and Mallory expand brick work on eight jobs including Leyland hotel addition and Weatherwax Stammen Hannah Gunter and Gunter cottages.

Board of County Commissioners Abbott Minot National Bank McGee Black Swanson Louis A. Larson Fabrick Ward County Hurd & Mallory Weatherwax John Stammen Hannah Gunter Harthouse Leyland Independent Northwest

Increase of Insanity in Ward County Sheriff Warns

Sheriff Lee reports a rising insanity rate in Ward county after taking office a little over a year ago twenty two residents have been sent to the Jamestown asylum with many more likely to follow. isolation on the prairie is blamed as a factor as loneliness fosters imagined troubles. it is not good for man to be alone.

Lee Ward County Sheriff’s Jamestown Asylum

A Good Team Forms Local Blacksmith Partnership

Mr. Clemons and F. M. Haynes form a partnership in a city blacksmith shop. The firm claims exclusive arrangements for polishing plows with genuine steel points and specializes in engine work. Clemons brings experience from the mechanical department of the Great Northern. Haynes is a renowned blacksmith.

Clemons F. M. Haynes Great Northier Haynes Aga

Kenmare Inventor Plans Minot Briquette Company

Robert Stewart of Kenmare proposes a Minot stock company to manufacture briquettes using lignite coal. Hawkinson of the Great Northern backs the plan, with potential capital of 500000. Stewart demonstrates briquettes from lignite mixed with linseed oil, noting superior heat and efficiency compared with hard coal.

Robert Stewart Kenmare Minot Hawkinson Great Northern Stewart

Birth of a bright baby boy to Mr and Mrs Howard Elliott

The couple rejoice over a six pound infant born on Good Friday. The newborn is described as sturdy and vigorous with strong lungs and ample vitality.

Howard Wiliott Howard Ster Mr. Elliott

Pauly McCoy Marries In Chicago Mystery

Pauly V McCoy Minot druggist wed Louise Menno in Chicago last January, a secret kept until now. The pair plan to return this week to start housekeeping. McCoy built a notable drug store three years ago and the bride is the daughter of HL Benno of six miles southwest of Minot.

Louise Benno Chicago Paul V. McCoy Minot Louise Menno Independent Meloy McCoy Northwest HL. Benno Minor Ths City Chewwo

Dentist Hubler Arrest Shocks City Office Scene

Dr. Hubler a noted local dentist was arrested at his office Monday evening after a drug induced frenzy. He assaulted a female assistant tearing clothing and hair then chased by bystanders and firing a pistol at the crowd before escape. Sheriff Lee and H D Shepard aided in the arrest as citizens gathered in the building.

Dr. Hubler Sheriff Lee H. D. Shepard Mr. Lee C. K. von Eida Mr. Shepard Jolf Hybler

Dentist Detained After Domestic Incident Sparks Courtroom Turmoil

A disturbance ended with a man restrained by bystanders and jailed after threatening a woman with a revolver during an altercation. Dr Hybler, noted as a leading dentist, faced public attention as the incident unfolded, with lingering questions about motive and the involvement of drug influence.

Old Fashioned Spelling Match Delights Velva Crowd

A Saturday spelling match in Velva drew sixty top spellers from nearby towns but fell to local entertainers. The event featured a fine program supervised by Mr Prescott, including Longfellow verse recited by Fern Mrese with Lyle on violin and two accompanying pianists. Visiting delegates were banquetted afterward in a festive finish.

Velva Naineose Prescott Longfellow T Fern Mresei Ant Lyle Tie

Hunt Reynolds Marriage Unites Couple in Otsego

Mason Sydney Hunt and Mrs Rittie Jack Reynolds wed in Otsego Minnesota on April 10 and plan to reside in this city after May 1. Friends report both well known in the area. Mr Hunt owns a leading Northwest blacksmith shop and participates in musical circles. Mrs Hunt long resided in Minot and moved west seeking land and a farm. The Independent offers best wishes for happiness.

Mason Sydney Hunt Rittie Jack Reynolds Otsego Minn Hunt Northwest

Man Killed After Stepping From Moving Car Near Velva Bridge

An emigrant named Fuller, bound for Velva, died Sunday night after stepping from a car at a high bridge near Touryey amid a magnet incident. The train paused at the thirdce as Muller believed a station was rented, and Fuller plunged into a 30 feet deep pave.

Fuller Velva High Bridge Touryey Muller

Paper Man Arrives at Ming Grocers For Stationery

The newspaper notes the arrival of Paper Man at Ming Grocers, a key moment for stationery sales. Harry Reynolds, linked to Fos Mati, is mentioned in connection with the paper department. The venture plans regular territory coverage and ongoing service.

Ming Grocers Dahon Lestie Heine Harry Reynolds Fos Mati Es Lanvan Lros

Ward County Sheriff Race Highlight

Primary race features Ward County incumbent Tone Apport seeking re election against challengers Lee and others. Voters decide upcoming election day with local polling sites and campaign activity reported.

I Autia Ward County Tone Apport Dd Lee

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