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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1910
Page
6
Chester Newell and “Kid Jersey” examined a revolver fitted with one of Newell’s patent sash lights. The weapon discharged, narrowly missing Jersey’s head as they discussed the flashlight’s features. The gun had been left on a desk after someone briefly handled it, illustrating the danger of unloaded firearms.
The Williston Bunch recruit a strong lineup with Harvey Cutting Bruegger Settle McAllister Moses and Van Slyke returning. Sam Parker rejoins after Canadian league time. New players to try include Jim Lakey and Bill Harvey as pitchers. Van Slyke elected playing manager.
Washington April 23. The federal government will not permit boot leggers and blind-piggers to escape tax prosecution for failing to pay the internal revenue tax on retail liquor. Commissioner Cabell issues a circular tightening rules and instructs collectors and United States attorneys to pursue prosecution of boot leggers and local liquor dealers in prohibited localities. The treasury will cooperate with state authorities to suppress illegal sales and ensure returns do not mask deliberate violations.
Redding Connecticut April 23 villagers and farmers gathered in mourning for Mark Twain beloved for his kindness and generosity. The body was taken to the station for transport to New York for services at Old Brick Presbyterian church and burial in Ilmira New York. Messages of comfort came from Taft and Roosevelt. Delegations from Billings Salt Lake and Spokane attended with others on the way.
Washington April 23 The condition of Senator McCumber of North Dakota who had an operation about a week ago has grown worse. He was chilled and ran a temperature near 103 degrees. Visitors remain barred until a change for the better is observed. The illness remains serious but not yet critical.
The Laymen's Missionary Movement in Fargo concludes a two day meeting in the Masonic temple. Attendees heard city church reports showing larger foreign mission funds and praised the event’s management. Dr. Trimble hailed it as the best attended convention, noting pre final day fundraising and high attendance rivaling large cities.
Samuel Langhorne Clemens known as Mark Twain died in Redding Conn at 6 30 pm after a long struggle with angina pectoris. Funeral service will be held in New York and the body will be buried in Elmira New York beside his wife and children.
Roosevelt and Kermit Roosevelt along with M Jusserand and Ambassador Bacon toured Paris. A large crowd greeted them as photographers captured the scene at the Palais Des Invalides. They visited the tomb of Napoleon in the Cour D Honneur with Gen Dalstin and aides in full uniform awaiting.
The April 22 issue notes extended appreciations of Mark Twain. The Lokal Anzeiger quotes that not only English speakers but the entire cultural world grieves his death.
A. L. Hinman closed a deal acquiring two lots on the southwest corner of Block 14 where the Union Block stands and plans a first class forty room hotel. Ground breaking is expected late this week or early next week as plans near completion.
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