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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1912
Page
4
City council probes missing city water main records
At the January meeting Mayor Jackson asked Superintendent Mackinroth and City Engineer Evans for a report on the city water mains location records. They said no permanent records exist. A resolution was passed to prepare records and a committee was formed to investigate alleged withheld information under threat of dismissal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Mackinroth
Evans
Sharp, Milloy and Wabs
Mackenrath
Water Maine
Groundhog Weather Sparks North Dakota Protest
Chicago dispatches claim a ground hog saw its shadow and caused a deep Midwest chill. North Dakota officials object to Chicago weather influence, insisting their rights and climate be respected despite Weather Bureau chatter and Candlemas lore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Northwest
North Dakota
Dickens Remembered On His Birthday In Porsea England
A century ago Charien Dickens was born in Porsea England and in the past hundred years his books have become household words. He wrote for the people and his characters walked off the page into real life, including Sidney Carton Dolly Varden and Mr Pickwick, imparting pathos humor and humanity that endure beyond his death forty years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charien Dickens
Porsea
England
Mother Earth
Charion Dickens
Dickens
Sidney Carton
Squeers
Dolly Varden
Peggottys
Bill Sykex
Mr. Pickwick
Dennis the Hangman
Great Britain
Charles Dickens
Big Business and the Bench in February Magazine Series
A February issue begins a series titled Big Business and Be Benet exploring tensions between law and commerce. The article aims to examine the gatekeepers of knowledge and how vigorous business interests influence legal interpretation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everybody's Magazine
Light of scrutiny falls on courts amid government reform
The text argues for applying scrutiny to the courts alongside other government departments. It notes drastic statements by an author and recalls a century old English quip about parliament. It concludes that as other branches are tightened against abuse, courts deserve equal examination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benehend
Pall Mall
Lincoln the Brightest Star in Statecraft’s Constellation
A 1910s style tribute recalls Abraham Lincoln as the plain backwoods man whose public and private life exemplified citizenship. The piece notes his wartime and history shaping impact, praising his legacy while lauding his character and example.
City Council Reveals State Examiner Audit Details
The report by Deputy State Examiner Wilson outlines discrepancies in record keeping uncovered during the investigation. The city council urges careful reading of the findings and notes concerns with existing reserves and methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sounell
Wilson
Letter from George Nimet on ending life atSpring Brook
Coroner records receipt of a translated note by George Nimet who died at Spring Brook by his own action. He tells his parents not to await more letters, says he has suffered from disease long enough and is tired of life, and signs with a brief, cryptic address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
George Nimet
Spring Brook
E. B . Pierce
The
University , of Minnesota
Jahr Nimet Acsalg S
Bea Sahkan
Europe
Catholic Ladies Host St Valentine Dance at Gates Hall
The Catholic church ladies present a St Valentine dance at Gates hall on February 14. Tickets cost ninety eight cents including a stamp allowance if paid with an iron dollar. Refreshments of sandwiches coffee ice cream and cake will be served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catholic Church
Gates Hall
Thawing Out The Pipes Causes Ongoing Plumbing Chaos
After the Blair family returns from an eastern trip, Joe delights in thawing out the pines and racking up plumber bills. Just as the Blooms feel ready to resume living, another pipe bursts and floods the home, delaying repairs and causing further chaos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Blair
Joe
Blair
Ett
Redpath Bureau Shortfalls Plague Civic League Lyceum
The March 23 meeting of the Civic League selected five Redpath numbers for a lecture season but dates and reliability faltered. After delays and canceled contracts the league secured substitutes from Twin City Lyceum and arranged remaining acts with refunds offered for unsatisfied season tickets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Redpath Lyceum Bureau
Civic League
Indies
Seach Entertainment
League
Williston
Datus
Redpath
Gore
Dec Lst
Lindsey
Janist
Palmer
Craven
Redpath’ Bureau
Ben Lindsay
Denver
Redpath Bureau
Twin City Lyceum
Marcus Kellerman
St. Paul Basso
Gamiie Concert Co
Pittsburgh
Ney Davy
Unclear civic letter package on Bureau disputes
A damaged letter fragment shows Mrs John Bruegger as President and Mrs Harry Hanson as Secretary complaining about a Bureau delays and a league bill of damages. They express relief that dealings with the Bureau will end if the bill is allowed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ton Wiiew
Léague
John Bruegger
Harry Hanson
Williston Mayor Jackson Arrives, Confers With Habua
Mayor Jackson and M. O Wilman arrive in the city on No 4 this afternoon to consult with Congressman Habua who was due on No 3. Williams an old Minot resident visits Williston and shakes hands with friends as Jackson is seen as a rising western North Dakota leader per Optic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Williston
Habua
Williams
Minot
North Dakota
Optic
December final examination results list district pupils
The December final examination results name pupils from districts 2 through 80. Mabel Salverson and Glen Houston had top averages, with others noted for highest grades in Reading Writing Spelling Arithmetic Grammar Geography History Physiology Civics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Godram Sorem
Stony Creek
Glen. Houston
Eight Mile
Robert Lewis
Mabel Salverson
Hazel, Dist
Signora ‘Stordalen
Sandy Creek
Glen Houston
Margaret Williams
Cottonwood Lake
Reading
Edith Wallander
Hofflood
Leonard Post
Tande
Lois Logan
Grammer
Paul Miller
Myrtle Isaacson
Tioga
Albert Zhamerman
Formosa
Delle Ames
Neason
Shadow Social at United Lutheran Church Basement
A Shadow Social hosted by the U P S of the United Lutheran church takes place Wednesday at 4:00 PM in the church basement. Ladies should bring a lunch in a shoe box for two, and shadows of the ladies will be sold to the highest bidder. Coffee will be served and a social time follows. All are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Lutheran Church
January circulation gains exceed prior months
January statistics show a clear rise from previous months with 1,476 books sent out, about 100 more than December’s total. The borrower register adds 69 names, bringing the total to an as yet unspecified amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dannars
Heng Ab
Moonlight Waltz Sets Night for Lucky Six Dance
Odd Fellows ball filled with green and white decorations and a moonlit theme as eighteen numbers plus four extras entertained guests. The dining room hosted a generous lunch by Caterer Buhler and chaperones included Mr and Mrs Creaser, Overson, Jackson, and Schoregge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buhler
J. Creaser
W. B. Overson
J. C. Jackson
B. J. Schoregge
Lifeless Corpse of Teacher Found
Lifeless corpse of a teacher found after a rescue attempt described by community members. The body was carried to Slater undertaking parlors and prepared for burial with funeral services held later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iiity
Slater Undertaking
Gargan Woman Remembered For Self Reliance And Teaching
Miss Gargan, a longtime educator, died leaving her mother Mrs Martha Gargan and siblings Stella Frances Gargan Joseph Gargan of Harlem Montana J H Gargan of Neche J J O Connor Velva and Mrs James R Meagher Velva. She had moved from Grand Forks county four years ago, taught in Grand Forks and Ward counties, and earned a reputation as a capable self reliant woman. Funeral services were conducted by Rev Fr ONeill at the church with most relatives in attendance.
Sixth Annual Ball Invitations Issued for Armory Event
Company E Ball invitations are out for the Sixth Annual Ball on Monday evening February 19 at the Armory. Soldier boys prepare to surpass prior records in what may become one of the best local military annals.
Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure for Lot in Williston
Mortgagee announces foreclosure of a 1909 Williams County North Dakota loan. Real estate in Williston will be sold March 4 1912 at 2 PM to satisfy $634.96 plus costs and interest. Attorneys Murphy and Duggan represent E J Lander Co as mortgagee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams County
North Dakota
Deoe
Williston
Wil
County
Qretoss
Ac Ona
North Deot
Pune
Coane
E. J. Lander & Co
Murphy & Duggan
Ateners
Grand Forks
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