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Williston Graphic

Location

Williston, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1907

Page

2

Resolution highlights three month leave for homesteaders in several states

The article covers a Senate resolution granting temporary leave of absence for homestead settlers on public lands across North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Minnesota and Montana for three months from approval. It notes advocacy by Mr Overson Mr Chaffee and Mr Wilson for relief amid harsh winter conditions and road closures caused by heavy snow. The piece praises Senator Hansbrough for his responsiveness and mentions Land Office actions and funding for reclamation projects.

Overson Williston, Land Company Hansbrough Graphic Williams County Wikiston North Dakota Senate House of Representatives United States Tae Charles G. Bennett

Williston Graphic Drops Price to One Dollar

The Williston Graphic announces a price cut to one dollar per year and proclaims its status as the official county paper. Readers can obtain county and local news for a single annual payment, encouraging subscriptions now.

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School Notes From Williston High School Officers Elected

The High School Literary Society elected officers at the last meeting January 11. Ivan Metzger president George Shaler vice president Violet Bride secretary Eugene Bruegger treasurer Misa Eva Bradford critic. The program committee includes Mr. Ellithorpe Marguerite Matteson Edna Wilson. The Shakespeare Improvement Society met with Ivan Metager January 12. The society will meet with John Heffernan next Friday evening. Senior class appeared in new close Tuesday morning. Norman Hewitt has recovered from illness and hopes to return soon. Aubrey Pendengngt has missed school since holidays due to sickness. A state declamation contest will be held at Grand Forks in May with each high school allowed one contestant. Williston pupils plan to find the most competent person for a local contest and graduation essays are under consideration.

The High School Literary Society Ivan Metzger George Shaler Violet Bride Eugene Bruegger Misa Eva. Bradford Ellithorpe Marguerite Matteson Edna Wilson Shakespeare Improvement S9ciety Ivan Metager John Heffernan Normen Hewitt Buford Grand Forks Williston Persnnia

Fat Lands and Fat Horses Dakota Farmer

A Dakota farmer reflects on profit from improving land and livestock practices. He notes buyers favor well maintained farms with growing crops, and that investing in fences, buildings, manure, and cleanups can double selling prices. Neglecting land leads to heavy losses.

Local notes reflect community life and travel

A jumble of brief items mentions notices of birthdays and visits from relatives, hauling work from mines and farms, weather and snow, and local cooking tips. Names include Inez, B J Downing, Howard Lampmin, D L O Higley, Henry Clark, Albert Halverson, August Kouty, Wilmer Eckert, Herman Skogbere, Sam Nelson, and the Mine Jacobson.

Jacobson Oman Martin Jensen Sand Creek Henry Clark Cow Creek Berg Herman Skogbere William Minnesota Ste Sam

Rose Valley Gossip From Our Special Correspondent

A local note mentions Chas Thornton Earl Thornton David and Paul Shew dining with J A Hanger last Friday. Dave Diehl of Eight Mile visited the neighborhood during the week. Walter McAlister swam with Rev W J Snow Saturday. Mr and Mrs Albert McAllister and daughter spent Sunday with Hy Thurnton and family.

Chas Earl Thornton David and Paul Shew J. A. Hanger Dave Diehl Eight Mile Walter McAlister W. J. Snow Sanlay Albert McAllister Epent Hy. 2. Thurnton

The Right Name Mr Aagnar Sherpe Fort Madison Overseer

Fort Madison notices promote Dr Rice's New Life Pills as superior laxative. Claims ease with bile and constipation relief, priced 25 cents at Brownell's Drug Store. The copy stresses popular local official and medication efficacy in hopeful terms.

Aagnar Sherpe Fort Madison Lows Cave

New Steam Plowing Outfit For Breaking Snow

Advertises a steam plowing outfit ready for breaking snow at Esavon opening. Details and pricing promised by Williston Land Company of Williston North Dakota. Fitzpatrick and Barrel of Williston also listed as contacts for particulars.

Esavon Williston Land Company of Ices Williston, N. D Fitzpatrick & Barrel Williston, N

How to Cure Chilblains This Year

How to cure chilblains and enjoy freedom from the ailment as described by Jop Enet Otiefield. Luply Bocklen Arnica Sauce is claimed to help with fever sores ulcers piles burns wounds and skin diseases though details are unclear. Brownwell Deng Co’s drug store is mentioned as a supplier.

Jop Enet Otiefield Luply-Bocklen Arnica Suive Frauk Rhein Brownwell Deng

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