Local Round-Up From Williston Area Highlights
Local items include shoe marker Geo Hatfield at home with Abe grip, Mrs Merrill improving after gallstone operation, John Hughes leaving for New York, Nela Strand selling farm equipment at ranch auction with strong finances, and Williston Land Company offering farm and land services. Williston Optic sold to Second National Bank with continued publication on game lines. Dr H D Edmonds appointed health superintendent after county meeting. Charley Quinn injured in Oriental Limited collision near Columbia Falls. Auction plans by E V B Ackerman for March 12. Millet seed and seed potatoes for sale at Bear's ranch nine miles north of Williston. Municipal ownership debate in Chicago noted as public buyup of private franchises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. A. F. Merrill
John Hughes
New York
Nela Strand
E. V. B. Ackerman
Chicago
The Graphic In Favor Of Municipal Ownership Debate
A reader letter from Bine Mound Illinois dated January 22 1906 praises The Graphic article on municipal ownership of waterworks and electric light urging continued publication and support for the plan. The note mentions Williston North Dakota and cites local figures and institutions alive in the debate and electoral context. A separate item notes a May 24 Sidney Montana wedding officiated by Rev Frank Heart Hall with G Hendrickson and Cora M Boye as witnesses, and promotes eye care by McKeever Optical in Minot North Dakota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williston
Bine Mound
Illinois
R. H. Corenano
Gmaphic
Anr
Jamin Fivor
Wood
Williame Connte
N. D. Janes
A. Blair
Basthes College
W. Roll
Sidny
Mont
Misa Laney
Panghetee
Calpertaon
Frank Heart Hall
M. E. Paraanige
San
G. Hendrickson
Misa Cora M. Boye
Sidney
Williston notes and society items on masquades and local news
Special order out of Gov general staff retires Col Brown to brigadier general. Masquerade ball planned for February 14 at the opera house. Dentist Dr Modie opens offices in Union Block and will be active mid month. A newborn boy announced at the Walters home five miles east. Several local notices on land office changes, ice supply, and Williston Eagle social event planned with Judge Murray from Minot as guest. Minor accidents, funerals, and local appointments are noted along with short updates on residents and travels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governorarles
National Guarda
W. H. Brown
Grand Forks
BH. D. Edmonds
W. B. Owenson
A. Walters
Modie
Williston Land Office
Williston Aerie of Eagles No. 1173
Judge Murray
Minot
Bank official questions county spend on new records
Frank Banks and John Frisch visit the city while Mr Backalaine of Iickenzi county commissioners doubts the start of public business in the new commonwealth. Officials allegedly inflated record book costs by about 8000 dollars, seen as unnecessary by skeptics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Banks
John Frisch
Banks
Backalaine
iicKenzi County
Wiley
Othra
Possum Supper by Mrs. Sally Luster Delights City Guests
Mrs Sally Luster hosted a grand Possum Supper Monday evening for a large circle of friends and long-time residents. The menu featured possum and quail with corn bread and southern dishes, served in traditional style. Attendees praised Aunt Sally as one of the state’s best hosts, noting the popular feast showcased regional fare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sally Luster
Sally
School notices and class activities in a local paper
John Harrin resumes activity with UA after illness. Mr Elithorpe leads geography and Ancient History classes while English Velas read My Summer in a Garden. Maggie Kerr and Florence Trambo return. New evidence emerges in the Shaer case. Elithorpe urges better study habits at morning talks. Wanted two second hand bolabeds at the Graphic office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elithorpe
Wight
Maggie Kerr
Florence Trambo
Sha‘er
Crows troupe delights in child actors in Fisherman's Luck
Review lauds performances by the Crows in Fisherman's Luck with Denise Burrington as Nellie and remarks wonder at Deuten as a gifted child actor. Tonight they present Under Two Flags and tomorrow close with Struggle for Gold, a praised comedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thea
Little Deuten
Sunday Services at Court House by The Methodists
The Methodist church will hold all services of the day at the Court House. The morning sermon for the children is titled Little by little. An 8 o'clock service will address what the church needs. All are welcome including strangers and traveling men. Frank B. Hollett is the pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Frank
Hollett
Contests Decided by the Regis ter and Receiver
The land contest cases in Minot North Dakota involve 17 D Parshall v Margaret A Dow and J C Grennen v Pitt J Grennen. Both decisions reject bona fide residence claims, recommending cancellation of entries after finding lack of good faith and infrequent visits. Appeals allowed within thirty days.
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D. Parshall
Margaret A. Dow
Minot
N. D
Brown
Knauf
Stewart
J. C. Charles Yn Pitt J. Grennen
Are
Amaet
Koant
Page
Lesa Office bnainora attended by Carney
Carney attended the Lesa Office in response to a notice or inquiry. The event centers on an administrative action or appointment, with Carney engaging with officials or staff to address a matter. Further details are not provided in the fragmented text.
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Lowney's Chocolates
Mullston Drugs
North Dakota
E.R. Brownsey
Geo. Hatfield
Abe
Bee
Williston Land Company
W.T. Betton
Irlenda
R. W. Strand
Buford Sunday
Second National Bank
H. D. Edmonds
Board of Health
Board of County Commissioners
Hungary
Graphic
Baker
The
Grand Forks Herald
Avia
Charley Quinn
Oriental
Colombia
Falla
Thor.g. Torbert
Fairview
Mr. Torbert
Yellowstone Irrigation Aystem
Williston Land .Co
Bear
Costa
McKeever
Scofield
N.D
Carney
U.S
Paul Echterbeck
Hein
Howe
Opera House
U. S. Land Office
John Hefferman
Graphic Office
Simon Riddle
Archie Young
Mondak
Justice Southard
Monedak
Tuvailay
Glasgow
Culbertoon
G. M. Thomas
State Association of Funeral Directors
St. Paul
Williston Boys
Xirle
Lange Number
Seaaom
Moerar
Schorregee
Lyons
Overson
de .Edmonde
Smith
W.H. Sewell
Chilcot
Neanon
Laura Sewell
McKay
John A. McKay
Severs
Thie
Robert Bell
Sturday
Culbertson
Christian Endeavor Bodett
Adam Bull
Great Northern
Hia City
Weat & Woodman's Hardware Store
Zion Lutheran Church
Columbia Hotel
Zon
John Harrin
E. C. Carney
U. S
Wlillision, N. D
N. F. Snyder
Union Block
Willaton
Oscar H. Will & Co
Bismarck
M.D
Elliot
Lemnary
S. Brownell Ch
Great Northern Hotel
Williston, N. D
Percy
Crewe
N. A Williston
Citizen’s Bank
Gordon
Williams County, N. D
Citizen's State Bank
John Mack & C. No
Second Street
Mc Lin
H A. Beaudoux, M. D
Fargo
A. A. Caleee
Thane
Tatara
Woll
Carney Atienda
Lesa Office Bnainora
Ryan * Lokken
Custom Tailors
Drs. Caldwell
Physicians & Surgeons
Bruegger Mer, Co
Willisposn, ND
Andersch Bros
Minneapolis
Minn
Citizen's State Bank Building
Dochterman
Citizens State Bank
Parone No
NYD
Thomas & Monroe
M. Thomas
Williams County
Nori
Sathera Etek
Wheeloc
Usu
Forps
Teivelinged
Abril Aaliettish
Aanis T. Vyranpsay, Vynprintze
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