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The Ward County Independent

Location

Minot, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1908

Page

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Independent Endorses E G McIlroy for State Legislature

The Independent endorses E G McIlroy for the 29th legislative district seat. McIlroy, a Prescott, Wisconsin native who moved to North Dakota in 1898, is praised as a mature, experienced public servant and successful farmer. He held local offices in Prescott and Glenburn, helped organize township institutions, and now seeks representation alongside other candidates from Minot and Des Lacs.

EG. Mcllroy Mellroy Glenburn Lroy BE. G. McIlroy B. G. McTroy Hubert Skimmer Sawyer J. B. Smith H. J. Schulz Mark M. Chatfield Minot Albert J. Schmidt Des Lacs McIlroy Prescott Wis City Marshall Wisconsin U. S. of E North Dakota

Case of State V Sheer in Velva Continues

Judge Muray to Justice Lynch by venue change. trial scheduled June 1. Ora Taylor's father removed her from Velva. Sheer, back in Minneapolis, released on $1500 bond and denies the charges.

Herman Sheer Ora Taylor Velva Muray

Dentists Gather in Devil's Lake for State Convention

Dr. Sweet attended the third annual state dentists convention in Devil's Lake last week. Fifty dentists were in attendance. Dave Warwick and Bob Warwick of Willow City traveled through Minot toward Banff to hunt and trap in the Canadian northwest for the winter. The Graville Herald praised a recent Republican state convention.

Dr. Sweet Devil's Lake Dave Warwick Bob Warwick Willow City Minot Banff Canadian Northwest Graville Herald

Be-Entered Horses Missing From Township 153 Area

A missing horse notice from Minot North Dakota reports two geldings and a sorrel mare weighing about 850 pounds aged five and four years. The owner Nordquist offers a liberal reward for information leading to recovery. Contact Minot, R 3. May 21, 1964.

Woesedigital Nordquist Minot

Promises Kept Loyal Figure In Dalotas Politics

In Dalotas the long trusted Colonel Little, known for keeping his word over a 26 year career, seeks nomination on June 24. Voters recall Little’s platform and confidence in his run. Amid town dealings, scrutiny falls on Minot’s housing scams and deeds while county commissioners conclude their May session naming election judges.

Hag Col Dalotas Little

Ward County Editorial Association Formed at City Club

The Ward County Editorial Association was perfected at a Commercial Club meeting. Eighteen of thirty six editors attended. S. H. Clark was elected president and Dorr H. Carroll secretary. Dues set at one dollar. executive committee named. Plans include job printing for county commissioners on a fair open-market scale and forming a northwestern state association. Next meeting set for June 26 with primary returns reception.

Ward County Commercial Club Ward County Press Smart S. H. Clark Dorr H. Carroll Carpio G. D. Colcord Jol “H." Schinitzies The Mohall Tribune James Mitchell Kenmare News George J. Smith Plaza Pioneer Tilton Ryder News Board of County Commissioners Northwestern North Dakota Minot

North Dakota Tree Planting Bounty Promoted for Farmers

The Independent urges Northwestern farmers to plant 10 acres of trees, highlighting a state bounty law. It explains the tax deduction tied to groves of 80 acres or more and outlines required planting density, proof, and assessor verification, plus a 1907 amendment extending a county funded bounty.

The Independent Ward North Dakota Legislative Assembly

Martin family sails to Seattle to view battleship fleet

George Martin and family depart for Seattle Washington for a two week visit to view a portion of the large battleship fleet passing through the area. The trip targets naval displays and sightseeing opportunities during their stay in the Pacific Northwest city.

George Martin Seattle Wash

Mrs Baker Recovers After Major Operation

Mrs. FP A Baker is recovering from a serious operation. Adam Rutt had multiple procedures at Northwestern hospital Thursday for appendicitis.

FP. A. Baker Adam Rutt Northwestern Hospital

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