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Newspaper
The Ward County Independent
Location
Minot, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1903
Page
4
Frank O’Brien, the wily fugitive who escaped from the county jail, has been released from custody in Asteban, Canada, after Canadian authorities refused extradition papers. The case was deemed by Ottawa to be of such nature that they did not permit extradition back to the United States.
A two footed intruder prowled city homes, peering into windows and frightening women upstairs. The incident followed by a wedding report notes Fred Hannah and Anna Clements marrying at Rev. Wm. O. Hunter's home in the city Monday afternoon. The couple then departed for Chilcot the next day. The article also discusses gopher trap prize ideas and county incentives.
Heman Johnson, veteran farmer and former 2nd Minnesota Cavalry soldier, dies at his Minot residence after long illness. Funeral held at the Methodist church with burial in Rose Hill cemetery. Survived by children Perry Robt F Archie and several daughters. born in New York 1780, married Martha Francis in 1756, pioneer to Michigan and Minnesota, served on frontier against Native tribes.
Local items report coal deliveries and supplies for buyers in Minot. Notices include real estate for rent, a dark bay pony for sale, lost items like a silver watch, and various ads for soda water and pharmacy services. Community notes mention school and church activities, a Sunday class, and upcoming baseball plans for Centerville.
An inch of rain fell Sunday night. Mentions include Joe Stoverman breaking on Miss Eminik Hildan's chain and river Halvorson leading a team of colts. Fd Vance completed 50 acres on M. Jacobson's farm. Mr. Gear and wife visited Minot. Rev Bs Larke to preach at Gunter schoolhouse Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Win G Varnes celebrate birth of a boy.
Notice lists Mr. Quinn backing Dehn for new awning and related goods at Dehn's Corner. Also contains a land notice from Minot North Dakota with settlers filing proofs and dates, listing witnesses and officials.
Notion t hereby announces that the named settler filed notice to make final proof supporting his claim. The proof will be before the Register and Receiver, U S Land Office, Minot ND on May 2, 1900, for the southeast quarter of section 21, township 169 north, range 88 west. Witnesses to prove continuous residence and cultivation are O L Lotner Blanche Hagler John Verd inand Lotfner, all of Minot ND. RC Sax, Register LeSueur Bradford Attys a20 6 a
Proceedings concern Hans Enger as contestee over the north half of southwest quarter and quarter of southwest quarter in township 41 range 41. Entryman allegedly abandoned the tract for months not due to military service. Respondents must appear June 8 at 10 am before the Register and Receiver in Minot North Dakota with evidence. Attorneys Bird Sutton & Leedo represent the contestant.
Department of the Interior Land Office at A 1 notices that Jonas Siar and others filed notices of intent to prove up claims on land in Minat and Dak regions. The hearing or proof date is set for June 2, 1900, at the Land Office, with witnesses required to support cultivation and residence, as stated by the attorney JW Monly.
Public notice lists a case with witnesses and residence details for a legal matter. Names include Claules Uford, Thomas Jackson, and others, with a formal attny summary for a claimant. The fragmentary text references a suit and carlouu of sat bands.
Of Interest to Teachers outlines 57 Soo Line choice routes for the National Educational Association meeting on July 6. It directs readers to call on the Soo Line Agent for a copy of an artistic N. BE, A. Booklet, and itineraries or write W. R. Calasay Gen. Pass. Agent, Minneapolis.
Five days notice to all to remove filth from streets and alleys or a hired team will be employed at the expense of those responsible. Chief of Police He Kimball issues the warning for a healthful city condition.
A notice notes a time change for the Soo Line trains Dakota Express 105 and 106 effective June 1. The item directs readers to obtain folders and full particulars from the nearest agent.
Notice from the Land Office at Minot North Dakota dated May 18 1908 announces a proof and residence requirement for homestead entry No 8085 and a contest by Sam Gustafson against Karl Hausmann with a July 6 1908 hearing before the Register and Receiver. The notice cites abandoned land claims and service issues and directs publication due to difficulty serving the parties. Attorneys LeSueur & Bradford listed.
A contest affidavit filed by Edd Olson challenges John Whalen on homestead entry No 12673 dating from January 25 1908 in section 11 township 153 range 84 alleging abandonment and failure to reside or improve the land. Parties to appear and present evidence at 10 pm June 19 before the Register and Receiver in Minot. Attorney CA Johnson represents the contestant.
Katie Olson contests homestead entry No 15074 for section 28 township 153 range. Charles M Strong accused of abandoning the land for over six months and not establishing residence. Contestant to appear June 26 2003 before the Register and Receiver. Publication ordered due to personal service failure. 566 R C Sannorn Register C A Johnson Atty for contestant Minot ND.
Mine in Ward Dakota 1900s era notice states that claimant Matteo intends to make final proof to establish residence and cultivation of the land. Hearing set before Lynch Clerk of the District Court in Minot North Dakota at 1612 Now for the Wheeler section M0 two county. Names include John Locktowe Cyrus Pr ter M Kundrat of Minot with Willow Will and Rossistor.
Department of the Interior Land Office at Minot announces two notices of intention to make final proof in support of a claim. Witnesses listed include Martin Fokus, Herman El, Peblin Ole, and others for continuous residence and cultivation in North Dakota.
Notice lists Punthy il Land Ofleo of Minot North Dakota and participants including Tom AIMONHON of Poobler North Dakota and Jane BY Fo nines. It notes a claim action under United States Commissioners Diet af Norely Dykebaut with dates including 20, 1oil and references to cultivation and proof of ownership. Other named persons include Daniel Highland Derakh Olson Exar Foliar Waltens and W. PF Poddipont Agt for Claimant. The document appears to be an official land claim proceeding notice with roles and dates.
Land Office Minot North Dakota notes a settler will file final proof for her claim. The proof will be before the Register and Receiver of U.S. Land Office Minot on July 18. Witnesses include Peter Sorenson Chas Renteldt Henry Rentwal and others.
The co partnership between L. W. Gammons and M. J. Barrett and the firm name Gammons & Barrett is terminated by expiration of time and mutual consent. May 23, 1903. L. W. Gammons. M. J. Barrett.
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