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Newspaper

The Ward County Independent

Location

Minot, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1920

Page

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Final naturalization day as 34 apply for citizenship

An unusually busy court day granted citizenship to several applicants before Judge Leighton with Paul G. Werner representing federal naturalization. Among those approved were Ole Andrey Ivik and Uncle Billy Grosh. others were continued or denied for reasons including literacy and knowledge of government. The event included a new women’s Good Citizenship club formation and a death notice for Mrs. Charles Wiley of Minot.

Leighton Paul G. Werner St. Paul Werner Carine Han Runde Martin Ha John Elbert Garmony Peterson Eric Whinerey G.N Wm. Grosh John Emil Holgren G. N Torgie Marvin ‘Olson Ole Johanes Hofstad Helmer Johan Horne

Leo Finnegan Weds Charming Minst

The marriage of Miss Kathleen Hodgins and Leo Finnegan occurred at St. Leo's Church at 7 30 AM on a Wednesday. Father Schneider officiated with family and close friends present. The bride wore midnight blue and pink accents with a bouquet of pink roses. The couple planned a three week honeymoon in Minneapolis before settling in a home Finnegan is building.

Kathleen Sleanor Hodgins Leo Finnegan St. Leo’s Catholic Church Chas Schneider Charlotte Hodgins Gordon Jackson Joy Minneapolis Minot

Annual Bird Banquet at Methodist Church

The third annual Bird Banquet at Vincent M E Church featured wild fowl dishes roasted by Chef Tompkins and staff. Decor included sunflowers and cornstalks with guns and decoy ducks on tables. the event raised by the church men with help from the ladies, using the church kitchen to seat 140 guests.

Vincent /M E Atwa Tompkins

Dougherty Mauled by Chinaman at Chicago Restaurant

Dougherty argued with a Chinese restaurant proprietor over a meal price. He was badly injured by a sap made from gas pipe, requiring many stitches. A second Chinese man joined, the weapon was jagged and long. Dougherty was taken to the police station for care. the Chinaman was arrested.

Rom Dougherty Ae Dougherty Solleeamot Sing Chinaman Chicago Conathat Dougherty Polis

Minot Daily News Seeks New Building Site

Norman Black of Fargo completed a purchase in Minot this week for lot 40 by 76 feet on First Avenue SE facing north, formerly the Scofield Implement Co. property. The plan is to erect a commodious building for the Minot Daily News, reportedly for a substantial sum.

Daily News Norman Black Fargo Minot Scofield First Avenue S.eb Scofield Implement Co Minot Daily News Stites

Threshing Machine Baron Heinze's Fire Destroys Machinery

A threshing machine owned by Adolph Heinze at the J. T. Bailley farm twelve miles northwest of Minot was destroyed by fire Saturday night. The blaze started from a hot box with straw inside. Bailley’s daughter discovered the fire after the machine had shut down earlier. Only the metal shell remained as all woodwork burned.

Adolph Heinze J. T. Bailey Minot

Auto collision at Malin street and Flrnt avenue injures none

A Ford coupe driven by the son of BH Stanvick and his mother were struck by a large touring car driven by Wm Kelley at the intersection of Malin street and Flrnt avenue Wednesday night. The Ford spun and a tire tore off. Kelley claimed the other car had the right of way. No injuries were reported.

Stanvick Kelley Malin Street Flrnt Avenue St In

North Dakota land prices tempt Iowa buyer

A. J. Bridges of New Bedford speaks on land near Des Lacs North Dakota selling too cheaply while Iowa farmers fear overprices. He suggests land around $100 an acre would sell faster, comparing it to a good horse whose value buyers worry may have a hidden flaw.

North Dakota Iowa A. J. Bridges New Bedford Des Lacs Bridget Mr. Bridges

Dead Pioneer Leader 8 W Nelson Passes Away

8 W Nelson former Poor Farm superintendent and Berthold district pioneer died after a long illness. Born Morris May 18 1863 he came to Ward County twenty years ago. Survived by wife and two children Mrs Nowes Saskatchewan and Earl Nelson Fox Island Michigan. Nelson overseer of Ward County poor farm and member of Berthold Lodge A F and A M No 72. A respected longtime county citizen.

W. Nelson Berthold Pasey Par- Tarmera Mr. Nelson Morris Ward County Berthold Lodge A. F A. M. No Nowes Saskatchewan Saak Earl Nelson Foxim Nelson

Minot's 3 000 000 Gallon Reservoir Nears Completion

Waterproofing of the interior of Minot's eight million gallon South Hill reservoir is done with two asphalt coats. The waterworks department has begun filling it for a test after prior leaks. Cracks appeared due to steel rod expansion, but the city holds bonding protection. If completed, insurance rates for Minot are expected to drop, with savings paying the structure in seven years.

Waterworks Department Bartelson & Ne Minot

City News In Brief from Minot Area Events

Local items mention G A R encampment in Indianapolis and travel plans to Saskatchewan. Several residents move, travel, or return, including Marion Goss resuming Northwestern University studies and Tom Peters visiting Bismarck for newlyweds. Cache of notes covers thefts of mail sacks and prairie fire alarm.

G. D. Shaft Indianapolis Tuston Nelson Saskatchewan Jasper Baker F. L. Rogers Grand Forks Fuller Motor Co Minot Iver L. Flom Drady Dennison Minn Marion Goss Evanston College of Liberal Arte Northwestern University A. H. Kurth E. L. Hellign Dr. Leatherwood Hugh Vallely John Kvam Denbigh Winder Beil University P. W. Myers Philip Edith Winters Los Angeles Calif Bert Rochell Glenburn Lemon Hy Bi. Foss W. J Victoire Bismarck Frank Peters Petey J. J. Ward Velva W. H. Reighart Olive Logan L. L. Logan Third Street S. E F. E. Wheelon Lincoln Park H. S. Wolfe Third St Mr. Myers Minot Steam Laundry First St. S. W Myers Dickinson Mulvihill Coulee Lone Tree Independent Cable Inch North Dakota Rington Soo Courtenay Smish M. F. Walsh Iona

Minot Pioneer Remembers Early Farming and Riches

Minot resident recounts starting with 26 cents a day during a harsh winter, paying groceries for his small family, and years later owning a farm near Chatfield, Minnesota bought for 4.75 per acre now worth 800. his long renter has cleared 30,000 over 29 years, reflecting changing values and prospects.

McIntyre Minot Wife Babe Chatfield Minn

Burlington Merchant Wins Prize at Minnesota State Fair

E A Madson of Burlington, a leading local merchant, returned from a 10 day buying trip in the Twin Cities. While there he attended the Minnesota State Fair and purchased a prize winning barred rock cockerel. Einar, a Ward county breeder, offers a selection of pure bred cockerels at reasonable prices to promote pure stock.

Minnesota Psair E. A. Madson Burlington Twin Cities Einar Ward County West

Some Choice Mind Plums From North Dakota Garden

The writer credits Mrs Estlick for a sample of top North Dakota plums. Trees north of the city bore heavy fruit with branches propped, display at the office. A mild late frost allowed ripe fruit and a great year for native plums.

Wm Estlick North Dakota Stuck

Father of Herman Gordon Missing in Russia

Herman Gordon asks for aid as his father, said to have been forced from Kur land into interior Russia five years ago during the war, has not been heard from. His sister likewise fled inward. a letter from Russia is requested to contact Mr. Gordon.

Herman Gordon Kurland Russia Pedersignerstornet Mr. Gordon

Horse Falla Causes Leg Break At Scofield Building

Albert Bote suffered a compound fracture of a leg when a horse he rode fell on the pavement in front of the Scofield Implement building Friday afternoon. He was taken to St. Joseph's hospital.

Falla Albert Bots Albert Bote Kmee Scofield Art St. Joseph's Hospital

Reception to Inspect YWCA Home and Meet New Secretary

Minot residents are invited to tour the YWCA home this Friday and meet Miss Ethyl Crocker the new secretary from Eleva Wisconsin She holds a B S from Minnesota and has National YWCA training Crocker arrives amid plans for a new YWCA building in Minot with local observers hopeful for rapid progress

Y.W.C.A. Home Y. Woc. A Minot Yivinity W. B. Stevenson Chir~ Ua Edna Schata Grace Boyer Moraun Avia Tors Pitino Mel Ray O. Miller Dovuchy Schruers Mine Conn Mea Hallman Miss Ellison Viswi Eithel Crocker Eleva Wis Crocker New York City Anl University of Minnesota

Torning Rancher Weds Minot Woman in City Ceremony

The marriage of Robert C. Evans and Gertrude B. Simonson occurred at 2:80 oclock Wednesday afternoon, officiated by Judge William Murray. The couple returned to Evans’ Torning township home. Evans, a busy young farmer, is the son of pioneers Robert Evans, Sr. The bride, a Minot resident for a decade, led Dr. J. Newlove’s medical offices in the city.

Torning Minot Robert C. Evans Gertrude B. Simonson Wm. Murray Evans Torning Township

Samuelson Pays Tribute to Father in Sweden Death

J W Samuelson reports death of his father in Halmalid Sweden on Aug 18 at age five years of age. The elder Samuelson lived most of life on the family homestead until retirement last May. Survived by two daughters and two sons in Sweden and J W Samuelson a prominent Minot shoe dealer. Wife died two years ago. Last met father twelve years ago during a trip to Sweden.

Chrles Wiley Chas. Wiley Minot Plumbing and Heating Co St. Louis St. Peters Robert Steele N.D Wiley J. W. Samuelson Halmalid Sweden August Minot Mr. Sanelson

Johnson Sale Set for October 7 and Local Marriages

Lisle Johnson, a Foxholm farmer, ordered a large personal property sale for Thursday October 7 featuring horses mules and farm machinery. Harry Almy, a Burling ton farmer, married Velva Penwell of Velva on September 11. she taught in Velva and at Lagan.

Johnson Lisle Johnson Foxholm

Tractors Sold and Rebuilt by Experienced Mechanics

Rebuilt and overhauled tractors by skilled workers at fair prices. Located at Rumely building, north of two tracks, Third St. Managed by E. J. A. Beaudry.

Rumely Third St E. J. A. Beaudry

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NSHIP Billy Grosh Lixuin' Ixneek I Billy Mitot Women Good Citizenship Club Parent-Teachers Association W. C.A Eastern Star Pythian Sisters W. R.C Business Women Northwestern Teachers Women's Nonpartisan League Club Lady Foresters Daughters of Isabella Presbyterian Methodist Congregational First Lutheran Bethany Lutheran Zion Lutheran Aldpacientes Progressive Club E. 0. Dickinson John Lowe Charming Minst Methodist Church City News Bilssing King’s Sale U. S Scott Minot Felang Harry Gilleaple George Misa Lucile Wilson J. M. Wilson Menominee Stoudt, Institute David Lloyd of Hebron W.N. Sinclair J. C. Penney Co John Opheim Marcus, Wash Olaf Gleven Opheim Great Northern Marcus Abe Gordon Gordon Clothing Co Twinities J. Gordon Theo, Rom Wintering River McHenry County Otto Rom Melony County Vanity Fair C. A. Clapp Sunsday Austin Cox Harding G. Roy Ringo St. Luke's Hospital Jackean Ringo Jackman Erenfeld Nestos Srugman Payl Puller The Fuller Devine A. M. Thompson Otellia Skogen H. L. Winters Portland Oregon Wiesange Thea Skogen Dick Baasen United Theatre Protective League A. P. Anderson Ingvaldson Mercantile Co Anderson J. Fuller Eastwood E. E. Devol Anderson Drug Co Breslow Drug Co U.S. Marine Band Inland Naval Yards San Francisco Buick River Bank Belanger Sixth Avenue Eastwood Park Wea An Gertrudi Simonson Len M. Finnegan Kathleen Hees Earl H. Chinnock Harry Almy Agness Fenwell James Penwell Lagan
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