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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1915
Page
4
The Williston Graphic acknowledges its role as a weekly paper published Thursdays January 14 1915 and urges the town to actively boost progress for 1915. It comments on shipping protection, tax evasion by a major mail order firm and its big unpaid taxes of 26 million dollars, noting public interest.
A long denunciation targets men in towns who refuse to pay debts, describing them as “dead Theats” and worse than thieves. The speaker condemns a proprietor who abuses credit and dodges obligations, contrasting law’s treatment with his dishonest behavior and extravagant lifestyle.
A historical newspaper snippet discusses burdens on individuals to support others, critiques self serving charity, and critiques press ethics. It argues editors avoid printing every scandal to prevent widespread misery, noting the press serves as restraint rather than a complete exposé.
A county wide review from 1906 to 1914 shows dramatic school expansion. Enrollment rose, libraries increased, and rural school buildings improved with modern heating, ventilation, and drinking cups. Teacher salaries rose, term lengths extended, and districts added new teacher housing and school grounds.
In Bismarck on January 18, the North Dakota legislature opened with about 100 bills listed. Both houses show swift organization and committees moving quickly. Governor Hanna's proposals include four year terms for state officials and constitutional amendment plans. Bills address reduced interest rates on judgments and school land contracts. The session plans limited time, with talk of long-term sessions and potential amendments to the constitution.
Arrangements made for a series of Rural Life institutes from February 9 to 13 with speakers including Professor A. P. Hollis and Mrs. Hollis. The events, hosted by Farmers Clubs schools and Ladies Aids, will cover all aspects of country life with four all day sessions at rural locations and a Saturday session in Williston.
Dover England January 13 two German submarines were fired on and sunk by coast batteries off Dover. Reports say hostile airships were seen over the English Channel. Dover harbor ships believed targeted but no attacks succeeded. London January 13 Turkish forces reportedly occupy Tabriz as Russians retreat from the front near Kara Urgan. Berlin claims western front victories while weather hampers action. Amsterdam January 18 rail traffic halted for troop movements.
A late edition item packs global notes from Tehran to New England. Reports place Jabri and Teheran near the Turkish frontier with rail movements aiding troop and munitions flow. In New York, Mozes Wooler turns 100 amid tango plans while Martha Palmer reappears after six weeks of wandering. Los Angeles notes a revivalist rescue after ten minutes of death and resuscitation.
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