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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1916
Page
5
Williston Graphic, Johs A Corbett Bilter and Publisher, is identified as the county official paper published every Thursday in Williston North Dakota and filed at the Williston Postoffice as second class mail matter.
North Dakota farmers netted immense crop value in 1915 per Commissioner Flint. Wheat output around 155 million bushels with total farm value cited at 226,218,053 dollars, suggesting higher real earnings than market price. The piece argues keeping profits at home aids state independence and reducing debt through livestock integration.
A lengthy piece condemns alcohol spread from the western border, cites crime and tragedy, and urges Williams County residents to attend the Third Annual Williams County Short Course. It argues Prohibition as self preservation, calls for unity, and promotes local attendance to foster understanding and better relations.
Parualit iron rep handles and first class goods offered in sizes 8x12, 9x14, 10x15, and 10x17 inches. Swift's Pride Laundry Soap four bars for a limited lot. Wallace Bros. Teaspoons heavy white metal and rust-resistant. special per dozen. 6 yards Valenciennes lace pieces in assorted patterns. special pricing. Envelopes 9c per 100. box of 25 packs of 100. Brownie Roasting Pans 9c each, limited quantities. First come, first served.
A rapid fire ad touts six hair nets for 9 cents in assorted colors including black brown and blonde. Also offered is 12 ounce Vaseline Petroleum Jelly in a large paneled glass jar at a special price.
Clear crystal glass set with cut daisies and leaves, polished bottoms with star design. Sold as a pair or individually for 18 cents each. Also advertised Diamond Tool Mill Files in 3, 1 and 12 inch sizes, tempered steel with guarantee, offered at special low price.
A humorous verse reflects a paper stoppage by a stubborn editor. Local notes mention J F Poe visiting Williston, Mrs Rebecca Poe hosting in Stroud, Mr C E Burke visiting Bend, and a rural mail route petition circulated on the South Side in Wilbur with ten dollars involved.
North Dakota farmers seek lasting fence posts from cottonwood and willow. Professor Waldr on advises soaking the lower 2.5 to 3 feet in crude petroleum, burn off to drive oil into cells, then char the wood. Pine posts in Wyoming remained sound after 16 years. The method needs little equipment, suitable for small batches.
Senator G. E. Chamberlain of Oregon argues for an efficient officer corps and drilled troops augmented by reserves and state National Guards to meet emergencies. He warns against leaving the nation vulnerable to invasion or rapid war needs, citing Monroe Doctrine and Pacific priorities.
Notice of Mortgage foreclosure due to default on a 1913 mortgage by Elizabeth Latham and Timothy R. Latham to Alice Frederickson. Mortgage originally dated August 23 1913 and recorded August 24 1912. assignment to L B Koehterman filed December 16 1915. Foreclosure sale set for February 26 1916 at 10:00 am at the front door of the Williams County Courthouse.
Public legal notices include summons in the Ella McGinnis vs John McGinnis case in Williams County. Also cited is a citation hearing for the estate of A E Lowe with administrators and guardians appointed. A mortgage sale by advertisement warns of foreclosure on property in Williston with details of ownership and the amount due.
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