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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1907
Page
4
M. E. Curry of the fourth commissioner district announces a major gain in assessed valuation, rising from about 7,780 three years ago to 320,325 this year. The breakdown lists numerous townships with varied amounts, reflecting broad increases in property values overall.
On the Fourth a mock stage holdup in progress saw James Seabrook shot in the arm as cowboys fired during the run to the home stretch. No bones broken, arm to be in a sling. only casualty.
Manager Shuttleworth of the Bovey Shute Lumber Co. lost one of his valuable horses after a run away. The horse, part of a large team, appeared healthy when caught but died before morning. Shuttleworth had previously refused $500 for the team. the horse was among the finest in the area.
Mrs. Anderson sues her husband Anderson in district court over wages earned before their marriage and a money loan. A jury returned a verdict for about $400 in her favor after she moved to help care for his six children and family.
ET reports on arriving crowds noting enterprising ladies led by a self described ladies man. Engineer Egan and Superintendent Eagen return from a 180 mile grade run showing progress toward Milk River. A stage driver named Michael Eagan performs a daring bet race and a rustling incident damages a ridgepole. Railroad detectives capture J Doll with company goods worth about 1500 dollars and book him on charges after a secretive hunt near Minot.
The case concerns a woman who married after Anderson allegedly borrowed over $200 and later treated her brutally. The plaintiff claims the marriage was a ruse to avoid repayment, while Anderson asserts she agreed to live with him and that no wages were offered. Greenleaf and Fisk acted for the plaintiff with Judge Paldy representing the defendant.
Austin Belyea son of Dr and Mrs E H Belyea was thrown from his horse during a running race on the track and seriously injured. The horse fell rolling over twice and Austin lay unconscious until the next day but he showed signs of recovery soon after and was able to go home.
P T O Connell Great Northern claim agent settled with Mrs. George Young widow after a man was struck and killed on Ray by Number Three. She received five thousand dollars cash as compensation for her husband’s death.
The Graphic adds a Dexter folding machine to its printing setup enabling twelve page folds. Purchased from C. I. Johnson of St. Paul the new equipment is described as top quality and helps position the shop as one of the best equipped in western North Dakota.
The building east of the Columbia Hotel now houses an expanded stock of wall paper and paints. New patterns have been added and paint supplies increased. An experienced painter and paper hanger is in charge to assist customers.
N Ludowese the abstracter closed a deal Monday with A N Eidsness selling him property south of the Williston State Bank. Ludowese will move August first to upper Main street property formerly occupied by Joleson and Anderson. Eidsness plans opening a general store this fall.
S Brownell invites proposals for a one story building at 25280 feet. Plans and specs are available at Brownell Co Drug Store. Each bid must be accompanied by a $500 certified check as evidence of good faith. Bids will be opened July 20. S Brownell.
Episcopal Bishop for North Dakota will visit Williston a week from next Sunday July 21. Those wishing to join the church will be given an opportunity at that time.
A warning note announces a strict limit of one bag per customer and states no stores are selling at these low prices. It emphasizes scarcity and urges customers to hurry.
E L Grant and Meyers Lumber along with attorney Thompson closed a deal Monday securing seven lots in block seventeen with 225 feet west frontage to build a full service lumber yard. The Tire company bought the lots from Julius Carlson and partners, with transfers handled by Williston Land Company. They already have two carloads of lumber on site and plan a complete stock.
Rev. James Elton arrived in the city last Frey day to take charge of the Episcopal church. Williston will have a resident Episcopal minister and services will be held every Sunday.
The Williston Militia company departs tonight for the Devils Lake encampment. Captain Knauf cannot leave at present and the unit will be commanded by First Lieutenant Schoregge.
Strayed from Tooley pasture one mile SW of Williston a gray mare about 1350, a brown mare about 1400 with a small star, a sorrel mare about 1050, branded over heart on left shoulder. a bay gelding about 1050 with anchor brand on right jaw. June 25. Notify meat Williston or Gordon's barber shop under Citizen's National Bank. Leon Carrier, Williston, N D.
Notice is given that John Honok of Williston North Dakota will make final commutation proof for Homestead Entry No. 31000 dated December 1 1904 for lots 3 and 4 in section 4 township 150 range 101 before the U S Land Office at Williston North Dakota on August 16 197 The witnesses are Joseph Gromathka Howard Lampman Clark W K Kershaw all of Williston ND. Geo W Wilson Register Crowe Williston ND Attorney.
Preserving season is here and Mason Fruit Jars and porcelain tops in pints quarts and half gallons are supplied. Farmers bring produce to Williston Grocery Co for cash or trade as the boys pay promptly, a good thing for a grub stake.
Notice is given that Henry J of Williston North Dakota will make commutation proof for Homestead Entry No. for land in Township 1560 Range 100W Section 9 before the Register and Receiver at Williston North Dakota on August 14 1907. Witnesses include Bill Brown J L Miller C O Hanne W Thompson and W Wineon.
A black gelding about 1200 pounds with a Five bar star brand on hip and shoulder went missing from the Hickethier Ranch six weeks ago. A suitable reward is offered. Contact J. F. Woodley of the Marion Robinson Lumber Co at Williston North Dakota.
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