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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1918
Page
10
Fragmented local notes recount a long life journey poem about life and action now versus someday. Included are society notices, business items, visits, arrivals, and a funeral for Margaret Helen Bryant, with numerous local names and brief community events from Williston and surrounding areas.
Mrs. Harry Dee of FroidMonten has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. E M Crouch for several days. Her return time to home was not stated.
Easley former manager of the Great Northern Billiard Parlors won the pocket billiard championship in St. Paul last week. Known as a strong cue artist, his prowess drew few to contest him.
Miss E. Freehauff of the Pa Hat Shop returned the first of this week from an eastern buying trip. She engaged a trimmer, Miss Ida Ellingboe, for the coming season and she will arrive next week.
Dr. T I David, who has spent two weeks in Fargo and the Twin Cities aiding the Syrian patriotic movement and the organization of a national society for Christianization of Syria, will arrive home Friday.
Tom Hogan rolled a 253 and twice this winter claimed the top score while A Havrewold followed with 249 pins. Contestants plan to test if these marks can be surpassed next week as the bowling standings heat up.
W Brinton, manager of the United States company, home listed as St Paul, spent Wednesday in Williston in the interest of the company. The organization has sold nearly a million worth of stock to farmers statewide and established a few stores. His exact business here was not disclosed, noting a meeting with several men of the section.
William G. Owens, state’s attorney, announces intent to seek another term. His formal announcement is expected within days and his record of service will be the basis of his campaign. Rumors mention others but none have declared candidacy yet.
March 1 to 2 marks the opening of Dakota Cafe in the Hedderich building on Main Street. Urouch has renovated the premises to first class condition and secured a Twin Cities chef with waitresses for table service. The bill of fare will be high quality as the owner aims for a large trade.
The weather man brought a severe cold spell this week with readings of 19 below at noon Wednesday and 19 below this morning, while 7 am Wednesday showed 8 below zero. The cold front moves eastward and warmer air is expected soon.
Douglas and Fairbanks star in Wild and Wooly at the Lyric on Monday and Tuesday. The audience enjoyed the Diamond Dick hero spoof with a tenderfoot who believes everything. A Burton Holmes travelogue to Ceylon accompanied the bill, which management promises will return weekly with similar acts.
Delegates from Killdeer Dunn Center and Dodge, after a county meeting, believe the Dunn county band project can succeed. The plan aims to assemble a 30 piece ensemble drawing talent from all county towns to perform concerts at various locations and be available for special occasions.
A Saturday Etka club event allocated ten percent of receipts to the Red Cross. Ben Hart offers details. Also included are resolutions of condolence from St. Peter's Guild for Mrs. H. Saunders and sympathy to Mr. Saunders and family with prayers for peace. Signed by Mrs. N. E. Ellsworth, Mrs. J. L. Brainerd, Mrs. J. W. Craig in Williston, North Dakota.
Friends in Williston mourn the death of Ancil Perkins who died at 6 A M on February 15 at his daughter Mrs L L Lampman’s home in Williston He was 72 years old and had served as a musician in the Civil War He leaves three children Mrs L L Lampman and two others his birthplace was Bedford Ohio and his funeral was held at the Methodist church with military honors at the grave
Man and Louis F Phekine of that city Arthur Perkins of Cleveland Minn moved on a farm near Cleveland with warm hospitality making hosts of friends Perkins held many positions of trust in the community and was treasurer of the Christian church at Cleveland for 14 years He was a member of A K Skara Post St Peter and engaged in entertaining at encampments His wife died five years ago and he had stayed in Williston where many attended his tribute The community extends sympathy to the bereaved in their sorrow.
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