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Newspaper
The Ward County Independent
Location
Minot, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1908
Page
11
Walther R Bond proclaims commitment to North Dakota voters, pledging to support state development, regulate corporations, equalize taxes, protect citizens, and use public funds wisely. He urges district 29 representation, pledging faithful service and adherence to majority wishes as a Minot resident and Ward County property holder.
Des Lacs beat Drady 10 to 3 in a one sided game. Gilbert Underdahl’s dance drew many despite rain. Minot visitors included Joby Underdahl and Mrs H J Herzog. Several locals traveled to watch, with many names listed. Also noted: court house team victory 8 to 0, and various farm stock and community events. A heavy hailstorm damaged crops south of the city.
The state pardons board granted Bert Benedict and J P Dahlquist clemency at its meeting on Thursday. Benedict, once known for disreputable Williston associations, had been sentenced to fifteen years for a narcotics linked death and had served five. The board remitted the fine portion of Dahlquist’s four month sentence for a prohibition violation, while Benedict’s case offered a chance to start anew. E L Sutton of Minot represented Benedict before the pardons board.
Notice is given that until July 14 1908 at 2 PM sealed bids will be received for ceiling three school houses in Waterford School Dist No 67 Specifications in full with school clerk All bids must include a certified check of 25 Board reserves right to reject any or all bids H A Parris Clerk Burlington ND 6-11-7-9-die The installation of officers of the G A R Post will be held in the K P Hall at two oclock Saturday afternoon June 20th Chas Weagent moved undertaking parlors to the Robbins block formerly occupied by the Bejon family theatre and the place has been handsomely remodeled The new florata Walker Ekman have leased space in the building for their business S F Look was arrested on charge of malicious mischief Look is said to have thrown plants belonging to Itasca Park Region Nursery Co from a building the company assessing damages at 25
The district court upholds a law allowing the Secretary of State to compel offending corporations to cease discriminatory practices, with a possible Supreme Court review. North Dakota may join anti trust statutes influencing corporate control. Ward County Old Settlers plan annual reunion at No Man's Land near Burlington this week with about thirty tents reported. Dr. A K McCannel of Minot travels to Woodstock Canada to wed Miss Viole Lilian Trose, returning around July 1. Independent offers early congratulations.
A local rant laments citizens who neglect public duties and funding, saying such selfishness digs the town’s grave. Dr. Kermott departs for Rochester Mayo Clinic and Mercy Hospital Chicago for a month of postgraduate surgical study and research under Dr. Murphy.
Notice warns that school warrant No 33 dated May 2 1908 for 40 issued by Waterford School District No 67 to Mrs C B E Rouse is lost. Caution not to purchase the warrant. By order of school board H A Parris Dist Clerk. Dated June 11 1906? 6 25 bhg.
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