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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1908
Page
9
The ordinance requires standpipes and automatic sprinklers connected to city mains, fireproof stage protection, ready extinguishing gear, proper lighting, gas and electric supply controls, and posted exit diagrams. It sets equipment standards, inspector rights, and penalties for violations, with readings in March and April 1908 and approval by Mayor Wegley.
City of Winlston confines mayoral licensing power to approve or report license applications not covered by existing ordinances. Applicants must file written requests with purpose duration location and bonds when required, with endorsements and tax payment to the treasurer for license to be issued.
A lengthy ordinance text outlines license rules for various city trades. It details license duration, start dates, penalties, enforcement by the Chief of Police, and fees for auctioneers, pawnbrokers, hawkers, billiards, and other amusements. It also covers bond requirements, records, and sale of unredeemed pledges, with penalties for violations.
In Bismarck on April 11 a large gray black wolf was killed on Ludwig Frier’s farm near Gibly Botta after approaching a child tending animals. The farmer fired twice breaking the animal’s hide with buckshot as the child, nearby, attempted to stroke the wolf’s fur. The farmer returned home with the wolf’s hide, praising the successful defense of the child.
A hall burned to the ground after flames broke through the roof. Wind from the northeast spread embers over the town but nearby buildings were saved. Firefighters and water in ditches prevented further damage. Lodges lost furniture records and other hall property.
Oklahoma bankers urge Guthrie lawmakers to pass a law making bank and train robbery punishable by death. Letters go to leaders of rail and telegraph groups requesting action while noting recent express messenger murders as impetus.
Philander C. Knox and Hannis Taylor clash over whether Peletiah Webster or Benjamin Franklin introduced a bicameral form into the constitution. The piece also notes Washington laughing at a civil service commission action aiding the Taft boom and Fairbanks’ extensive travels and public speaking demands.
The imperial and Prussian loan of 162.5 million dollars drew attention across Europe. Subscribed by a syndicate of bankers, it offers 4 percent interest and is not convertible for ten years. Officials say financing covers naval expansion and rail projects, not panic. The sizable loan mirrors Germanys growing fiscal needs amid military programs.
King Leopold, nearing seventy four, marks his birthday while in frail health. He has long suffered an incurable ailment and, despite slight improvement, may never regain full health. Rumors claim a Paris trip revealed his queen’s indiscretion and sparked a severed relationship, prompting speculation about possible successors among continental courtiers.
Wahpeton notes seeding began in earnest with Fairview farm using twenty drills since Monday. Ground is in excellent condition and, with favorable weather, crops are expected to reach three to four weeks earlier than last year.
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