Inauguration of North Dakota Officials with First Woman In Attendance
North Dakota marks formal inauguration as Governor Frazier pledges a sweeping nonpartisan league program. Minnie J. Nielsen participates, first woman on rostrum. Frazier outlines plans for a state-controlled industrial commission and central bank, plus educational reforms.
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Bismarck
N. D
Frazier
Minnie J. Nielson
N. C. Macdonald
Howard Wood
N. 1
Lynn J. Frazier
North Dakota
Nonpartisan League
Industrial Commission
State Central Bank
Federal Reserve Bank
Federal Farm Land Bank
League
Influenza Closes Japanese Schools in Epidemic
Spanish flu reaches Japan as Tokyo and other large cities close many schools and report numerous deaths in the epidemic.
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Tokyo
Japan
Fort Buford I O O F installs officers for year
At Fort Buford Lodge No. 18 I O O F a regular meeting installed the coming year’s officers. D F King N G A K Grube W G William Glissman Secretary L C Wingate Treasurer M A Hegge was recommended for D D G M of the district to fill the unexpired term of C E Ingwaldson by a committee from the lodges.
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ODD Fellows
Williston
Fort Buford
D. F. King
N. G. A. K. Grube
W. G. William Glissman
Returns of 164th Regiment Bring Williston Homecoming
War Department lists the 164th Regiment of Minnesota and North Dakota Guardsmen for early convoy to America and discharge soon after arrival. Williston plans a royal welcome and a homecoming dance to honor returning soldiers and those already back from France. Preparations should start now to notify servicemen and assemble a joint celebration with war workers.
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War Department
164Th
America
Williston
Idth
Co. E
North Dakota
Durin
Macoh
France
Spring Liberty Loan Drive Calls for Nine Billion
The upcoming spring drive aims to raise nine billion dollars for war costs and postwar needs. The Ninth District comprising Minnesota, Montana, South Dakota, and North Dakota previously raised 242 million in the Fourth Liberty Loan, with Williston and Williams County contributing strongly. Citizens are urged to prepare and support sales of War Savings Stamps and the Liberty Bond as the effort continues to aid democracy.
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Minnesota
Montana
South Dakota
North Dakota
Williston
Williams County
Washington
Williston Community Club Plans Banquet and Organization
Directors meet to perfect Williston Community Club structure drawing up by laws and articles of incorporation. A paid secretary will be hired and applicants sought. Budget system to run the club, with a supper and mass meeting to present plans in coming weeks. W S Martin of Trenton visited the city Saturday.
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Williston Community Club
N. B. Ludanese
Colonel Theodore Roosevelt Dies at Oyster Bay Home
Oyster Bay N Y Jan 6 Colonel Theodore Roosevelt died in his sleep at Sagamore Hill after a long battle with rheumatism and sciatica. He had been ill since New Year’s day and underwent multiple hospital visits and operations before passing away quietly at 4 a.m. The death was confirmed by Mrs Roosevelt and Miss Stricker with funeral arrangements set for Wednesday.
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Oyster Bay
N. Y
Theodore Roosevelt
Sagamore Hill
Roosevelt
Col. Roosevelt
W. Emlen Roosevelt
Hartwell
Christ Biscopal Church
Boston
Thomas St. John Lockwood
Archibald Roosevelt
New York
Tesephine Stricker
Misa Stricker
Springfield
Mass
West
Roosevelt Hospital
Colonel Roosevelt
Influenza Deaths Mount Across Cape Town Region
A South Africa influenza surge reports about 50 000 deaths with 2000 orphans in Cape Town. Baboons in outlying districts are dying as the epidemic spreads to the ape population, complicating health authorities efforts.
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Capetown
South Africa
Young Roaming Fro End: Rex Meleod Flees From Wi Liston
A 20s man named Rex Meleod arrived in Wi Liston a week ago then left without saying goodbye. Described as sociable yet unscrupulous, he borrowed money and goods from locals, including hotel charges and meal tickets, and may face trouble or jail.
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Rex Meleod
Wiliston
Mr. McLeod
Great Northern Hotel
Liston
Rouges
Busy Court Week Opens as New County Officers Take Seats
The term of court began on Monday with several cases tried though the calendar is short. Some cases moved to other counties or delayed due to witnesses serving in the army. New county officers have been installed and are on the job, making the courthouse busy amid checks in and out.
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Hous Court
Kension
Court House
Board of County Commissioners
Sesst
Paper delayed this week due to shop clean and rewiring
The note explains a late issue caused by thorough cleaning and electricians rewiring motors and lights. It states the shop is now in first class shape and ready for any job work and printing. Emphasis on improved advertising and a larger, better paper going forward.
Thanksgiving Day in France Describes Gauthier Letter
Sgt Carl Gauthier writes from Gievres France about Thanksgiving day 1918. He details a rare morning off, a walk to Remount Depot, meetings with Major Jackson and Masters, and attending YMCA services. He misses turkey but enjoys doughnuts and hopes to return home soon while noting army supply duties at the front.
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Sgt
Carl Gauthier
Harold
Frances
Gievres
France
Tye
Masters
Remount
Twasamis
Master
Masy
YM. G. A
Jackson
Armory
Honine
Carl
Six Year Old in Texas Grows Full Beard
Tommie Norton a six year old from Piano Texas bears a full grown beard three inches long. Parents alarmed consult physicians as it sprouts a mustache first and beard later. They plan weekly visits to a barber to keep him looking like a child.
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Piano
Texas
Tommie Norton
John. T. Norton
Tommie
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Martin
Trenton
Archie Roosevelt
Alain Roosevelt
Africa
Hugh Lif
P. Gauthier
M. Alto
Prance
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