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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1909
Page
11
A vocal defender of wholesome theater argues audiences crave thrills and that managers cater to this demand. He praises clean works like Little Nemo and Love Watches, insists vulgarity harms art, and urges more pure comedies to elevate the stage.
The piece argues that war creates nations and initial virtues, while peaceful reforms later shape governance. War fosters rough social bonds but dulls humanity and charity, with moral language often tainted by war metaphors. Early ages breed harsh customs, yet long periods of monotony shaped gentler human nature.
The article weighs jealousy as a mixed sign in love. It argues envy can exist without love and that fear and uncertainty undermine true affection. Once trust is affirmed, jealousy diminishes, echoing Tennyson's line to trust entirely or not at all.
James J Hill shapes views on American conditions prioritizing soil fertility over tariffs and trusts. He is optimistic about population growth and warns that feeding future crowds depends on better farming practices. He cites wheat yields: US 13.88, England 30, Denmark 38, Netherlands 34, Germany 27, and criticizes careless agriculture.
Walter Arnold Lobeck aged ten son of Mr and Mrs I E Lobeck died at home on Wednesday March 31 from acute tuberculosis Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 pm conducted by Rev Jorgenson and interment was in Rudser cemetery He was born October 14 1898 in Lowney Minnesota
Minor S. Williams was appointed Receiver of the Williston Land Office. He received word Monday that his bond was approved and was instructed by the Secretary of the Interior to assume charge. He began duties Tuesday morning.
The McKay Bros Drug Store plans a seasonal opening Monday for their large soda fountain. Beautiful cut flowers will be given to every lady visitor on opening day. The Lutheran Synod church will hold Easter services next Sunday in the basement of their new church at Bruegeer park with divine services at 11 am and communion at 8 pm. An invitation to all is extended by pastor M L Holey.
A wire received in the city yesterday announced the birth of a young daughter to Mr and Mrs Modie in Madison Wisconsin while they were visiting Mrs Modie s parents There is also a note about selling odd pieces of furniture through a Graphic want ad at one cent a word.
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