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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1908
Page
8
Lam a candidate for the office of state auditor. Republican from Cass County with service as county auditor from 1897 to 1903. He pledges to move his home to Bismarck, supervise the office, and act honestly for the welfare of North Dakota residents.
Howard R Lampman announces as a Republican candidate for Williams County sheriff at the June primaries. A lifelong resident since 188? with 640 acres on Cow Creek, he emphasizes farming, tax payments, GOP service, and a pledge to perform all duties to the best of his ability if nominated and elected.
Malcolm Mackay announces his candidacy for Sheriff of Williams County for the ensuing term subject to Republican voters at the primary election to be held on Wednesday June 24 1908 in Williams County.
A fragment notes Ole A Thorson as a candidate for the office of sheriff in Wisconsin, indicating a local election context. The brief mentions the name in connection with the race but provides no further details.
To the voters of Williams County, I announce myself as a Republican candidate for the office of Sheriff, subject to the decision of the voters at the election to be held on June 24, 1908.
A candidate for Sheriff in Williams County announces intent to run in the June 24 1908 primary. The statement pledges to perform duties without fear or favor and earnestly solicits Republican voters to support E B Olson.
Williston North Dakota March 12 1908 Republican Electors of Williams County solicit votes for T E Remy in the June 24 1908 primary for the sheriff's office seeking the Republican nomination and urging support from electors in the county.
Republican voter notice announcing Tam candidate for re election as Williams County Judge North Dakota subject to the June 24 1908 primary. Endorses past term efforts and pledges continued duty.
B. M. Atterberry announces candidacy for Republican nomination for re election as Williams County Auditor. He states that the support of his friends will be appreciated.
Frank T Poe announces as a Republican candidate for representative in the 41st district. He notes fourteen years residence in the district and two terms as sheriff of McKeniiG county, seeking the primary election on June 24, 1008. He pledges best service and capacity if elected.
To Williams county voters I announce my candidacy for the Republican nomination for treasurer subject to the June 24 primary. If nominated and elected I promise to personally conduct the office’s business and solicit your support Yours respectfully Milt Poe.
Barney A Langlie of Kermit North Dakota declares his candidacy for Williams County Register of Deeds subject to the decision of the voters at the June 24 primary and respectfully asks for support.
A H Brown announces candidacy for the nomination as Clerk of the District Court in Williams County. The statement invites voters to decide at the primary election held June 24.
FOHK Clerk of Court announces candidacy for the Clerk of the District Court of Williams County for the June 24 election. Crewe files indicate the campaign is open to Republican voters and awaits official approval.
Morten Aaen announces candidacy for Republican nomination for Williams County North Dakota Register of Deeds pending primary voter approval on June 24 2008.
The Republican electors of Williams County North Dakota announce T. Becker as a candidate for the Republican nomination for States Attorney subject to the primaries on June 24, 1908.
Van R Brown announces his run for Williams County North Carolina State's Attorney, subject to Republican voters in the forthcoming primary.
A notice directed to Republican voters in Williams County announces the nomination date for the States Attorney race. Dated June 24th, 1808, the message is signed by J. W. Brantelien.
Letter urging support for AL Kwaor as the Republican candidate for Williams County States Attorney in the June 24 1908 primaries.
Geo P Homnes declares candidacy for representative of the 1st legislative district in North Dakota. He says he was urged by citizens to run and will seek the Republican primary election in 1908. If elected he pledges to serve the district and state to the best interests of its people.
Campaign filings and notices show candidates for Williams County offices including Commissioner for the 4th District Benetrail and Borstad names, plus a Republican bid for County Treasurer and State Senator from the 41st district. Also public land filing notice by George Marling of Williston with witnesses listed.
Multiple contest affidavits filed against homestead entries accuse entrants of total abandonment and lack of residence. Notices require contestants to appear May 20, 1908, and participate with evidence at the United States Land Office Williston North Dakota.
Adolph Frederickson files a sufficient contest affidavit against Homasizad entry 40810 made by Jerry Durand. The land is a weekly abandoned tract with no residence or cultivation by Durand for over six months. Contention cites absence due to Army service and Army or Marine absence in war. Notice issued for proper service. Victor Chaffee Receiver, Williston.
Notice states Richard I. Ferrell of Wilbur North Dakota filed intention to prove continuous residence and farm use for lots 4 5 6 and 12 section 6 township 152N range 10W at Williston land office with filing date May 14 1903 and proof to be made April 24 1908 before U S Land Office officials. Names Peter Kelter Fred Eckert Martin Samstad John Samstad appear as witnesses.
Milo R Gorton of Williston North Dakota files a notice of intention with the Register and Receiver dated April 28 1908 to prove continuous residence and cultivation of his land. Witnesses named are Christian Olson Nelan Knutaon John Mc Geath and M Bartholomew all of Williston ND.
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