Education meeting at Palmer school house a great success
A county educational gathering at Palmer school drew a crowded crowd from ten thirty to noon. Rev Wagenman led prayers and talks on early district schooling and consolidation. C O Hanna urged consolidation as a solution, while Mrs B F Alexander urged cooperation of teachers and parents. Dining featured chicken dishes and baked goods, with Miss Peterson speaking on consolidation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmer
Rev. Wagenman
Wagenman
C. O. Hanna
B. F. Alexander
Suggestions to Irrigators by Prof Knorr on the North Platte Project
Prof F K Knorr, head of the North Platte Project farm in Nebraska, offers irrigation guidance for crops. He warns against over shading before irrigation and urges watering when the soil crumbles, with limited follow-up irrigations after tassels and silks form. He notes barley’s drought sensitivity, oats’ resilience, corn’s cautious watering, and optimal furrow irrigation times, plus yields from two Ohio potato plots and effects on sugar beets and alfalfa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. K. Knorr
North Platte
Nebraska
Knort
Ohio
Knorr
Three Alfalfa Cuttings Yield More And Last Better
Experimental plots tested 3 4 5 and 6 irrigations. The last two plots produced 2 10 tons less per acre than others. Three cuttings gave higher tonnage and better hay quality. Extending alfalfa beyond four years is not advisable as heavy roots resist decay and hinder cultivation, reducing soil fertility. shallow plowing is recommended when turning under alfalfa.
Woodmen Meeting With Oyster Supper and Dance
All Modern Woodmen are urged to attend a December 9 meeting at 8 PM. The session opens with business followed by dancing and an oyster supper for members and guests.
Bazaar by Episcopal Guild December 12 1913
The Episcopal Guild holds a Bazaar featuring Christmas articles sale a baby show cafetoria dinner and an evening dance at I H Hall on December 12 1913. Tickets Toe. Visitors can learn about past present and future at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Episcopal Guild
North Dakota Lignite and Clay Lead 1912 Mineral Output
North Dakota's 1912 mineral production valued at $1,025,741, led by lignite at $765,105 and clay products at $231,245. Output totaled 499,480 short tons, though the value rose despite a dip from 1911. No metal mining occurs. besides lignite and clay, natural gas and minor materials are produced. University studies on gas making and briquetting show potential for state development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
E. W. Parker
United States Geological Survey
University of North Dakota
Ilinois
Montana
Prisoner Declares He Will Not Hang
Cleve Culbertson the man accused of murdering the Dillon family faced renewed spotlight. A kitchen helper noticed scraping in Culbertson’s cell and Deputy Rutledge recovered a knife from beneath the bedding as the prisoner claimed he would never be hanged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleve Culbertson
Dillon
Culbertson
Rutledge
Fine Calf Sold to Frank Banks as Finest Hefford Calf
Frank Banks bought an eight month old thoroughbred Hefford bull calf last week for about 452 dollars. Competent judges hail the calf as the finest of its kind seen in the country, and Banks is pleased with his bargain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Banks
Hefford
Banks
Marriage Unites Louise Thorland and Knut Texle at Home
Miss Louise Thorland and Mr. Knut Texle of Schafer were married yesterday afternoon at 3 at Ole Lesterberg’s home. Rev Distad officiated. They will reside on a farm near Schafer.
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Louise Thorland
Knut Texle
Schafer
Ole Lesterberg
Distad
Texle
Tax Collection Campaign Push by Sheriff Erickson
A local tax drive warns delinquent property owners that sheriffs must collect current and back taxes under new laws. Sheriff Erickson begins in Williaton with countywide follow up, citing penalties for noncompliance and public sale of property to cover taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erick
Erickson
Williaton
Grand Forks Attorney Plans State Fire Insurance Bill
City Attorney J. B. Wineman works on a state fire insurance plan to cover city property. He intends to introduce a bill in the next legislature based on Wisconsin’s law, aiming to reduce Grand Forks fire insurance rates by replacing costly private coverage. He studies the model plan to present a viable proposal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Forks
N. D
Atty
J. B. Wineman
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Attorney Wineman
Bank staff changes prompt resignations and new hires
Carl Gauthier and Henry Oie resign as book keepers at Williams County State Bank. Gauthier will move to Poplar Montana while Oie assists his father on a Marmon Mississippi farm. Miss H Irgens of Ray and BE J McKenzie of Esmond are hired to fill vacancies at First State Bank of Bay and another local bank.
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Carl Gauthier
Henry Oie
Williams County State Bank
Gauthrie
Poplar
Montana
Ole
Marmon
H. Irgens
Ray
First State Bank of
Bay
J. McKenzie
Esmond, ML
Thanksgiving Thanks From Miller Family
The head teamster of the Graphic force expresses gratitude to Mr. and Mrs. A C Miller for a fine young fat turkey for Thanksgiving. The Shelden family enjoys a celebratory dance and the turkey aids the religious ceremonies of the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graphic Force
A. C. Miller
Rose Maiden marked success in Williston cantata
The Williston Choral Union concert The Rose Maiden on Thanksgiving Day drew praise for Torrof Onstad’s balanced interpretation and strong singing. Soloists Mrs Wallmarker Mrs Todd Miss Baldwin and others impressed, with Miss Wheeler at piano. Public attention noted for wrapping during the final chorus and support from local patrons. Proceeds and charity efforts cited with Rev Rottman and Associated Charities mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cowen
Williston Choral Union
Williston
Torrof. Onstad
Wall Mar
Willis
Todd
Miss Baldwin
Rmport
Willistoneites
Mine Opens North of Williston With $2 Per Ton Rate
The A C Miller mine 12 miles north of Williston is now open with good roads serving the site. Contracts at the mine are listed at 2.00 dollars per ton by ALC Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.C. Miller
Williston
Army to Ask One Hundred Six Million More in Next Year
Secretary Garrison sent estimates totaling 100. million for the military for the coming year, about 10 million higher than last year. House hearings on December 3 will invite explanations from Garrison and army chiefs. The Union Thanksgiving Service drew a large crowd with City Commission President Craven presiding and local pastors delivering brief addresses. The program featured music by the Williston Concert Band and a double quartet from the Choral Union.
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Congress
Garrison
House
Union
Williston
Craven
City Commission
Forster
EB. S. Shaw
Choral Union
A. E. Distad
E. L. Shaw
E. L. Wall
H. H. Rottman
United Society of Christian Endeavor
Ruling Against Bickford Upheld by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court late yesterday affirmed the district court’s judgment in the case of former state juror Bickford, found guilty of embezzlement from the state over two years ago. Trial was held at Washburn after a change of venue. two jurors and Chief Justice Speldwin joined in the dissenting opinion. Bickford may seek a new hearing with a motion due in 15 days, prosecution to answer within 10. The lower court had sentenced him to one year in the penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rigmarck
Stepreme
Distine Court
Furmer
Bickford
Washburn
Bramarck
Wisk
Speld
Erik Stafne Elected President of Citizens State Bank
The directors of Citizens State Bank in Alexander North Dakota held a meeting last Friday and elected Erik Stafne of Albrerombia president. A. J. Stafne resigned, and the town learns the popular financier will lead the bank.
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Citizens State Bank
Alexander, N. D
Erik Stafne
Alwrerombia
A. J. Stafne
Alexander
Erik Stafve
Merchant's Lunch at Wogan's Featured for Tomorrow
A 2hem Merchant's Lunch is served from 11:90 a.m. to 2:30 p.m at Wogan's. Diners are invited to try it for lunch tomorrow.
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Wogan’s
Tie Up for the Winter
Capt Senechal has tied up river boats for winter with the Elk the last to leave service on Tuesday December 2. He aimed to handle 100000 bushels this year and achieved it, plus about 100000 more from another boat bringing total grain moved to 200000 bushels. River traffic could rise with improvements, though more ships would help the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senechal
Walker
Dinner and Sale by St Paul church Ladies Aid
The Ladies Aid Society of St Paul church will host a dinner and sale on December 7 at the home of Chris Nelson, 12 miles NW of Williston. A noon meal will be served followed by a sale of fancy articles. All are invited. Adv. pd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid Society of
St. Paul Church
Chris. Nelson
Williston
Adv. Pd
Grand opening next Tuesday at Willis ton delicatessen
The old First National bank building at 220 Main Street becomes a Deluxe delicatessen. A full orchestra will play and confections will be served as Mr. Link opens the New Palace on Tuesday December 9th with elaborate interior and modern fixtures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank
Main Street
Northwest
Link
Williston
Twin Cities
Warlor
New Palace
Mr. Link
Associations Second Contest Sections on Grains Seeds and Vegetables
Instructions for a horticulture contest describe submitting specimens by variety with specific quantities. Sections cover small grains ear corn grasses forage seeds garden seeds potatoes garden vegetables and root crops for stock feed, detailing packaging, uniformity, and labeling requirements.
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Sheriff's Office
Rose Maiden
Associated Charities
Singing of America
Rottman
C. Foss
McKenzie County
Congregational
Maxbass
Foss
Hurd
Library Hall
India
BE. S. Shaw
Ladies Aid
Congregational Church
Odd Fellows Hall
Union Service
Supreme. Court
Erik Stapne
Val Delaney
Durham
Steve Marmon
Mr. DeLaney
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