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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1909
Page
8
The page advertises hail insurance by H V Smith at six percent, Ebonite anti rust cement paint by Stenehjem & Husebye, wagon needs from Bruegger Mercantile Co, farm loans and tornado fire insurance, John Deere plows via Champine & OMalley Bruegger ads, and a sales pitch on aggressive store advertising urging customer patronage and engagement.
Landman H V Smith of Williston Realty Co leads in sales with forty eight properties sold since spring. He offers city lots at 100 dollars with 10 cash and 10 per month, and has a large list including Pious Hill lots near the new school. He can sell your farm or house and lot anywhere you want.
The Williams County Teachers Institute opened July 12 with 102 attendees, far above expectations as many teachers are away on vacation. County Superintendent Martha P. Tatem organized the program with State Superintendent Stockwell and conductor W. M. Kern, aided by Mrs. J. A. Sanderson and Miss Alice Oldham. The meeting aims to improve methods and inspire educators to better serve children.
Taken up on July 5 1909 north west of Study P C N D the described horses brands listed include multiple mares and geldings with varying ages and weights. Notable animals include a bay mare six years old weight 1300 pounds branded on left shoulder and a sorrel horse ten years old weight 1000 pounds branded on left thigh.
Olson Sheriff Williams County announces Dakota Western Telephone Co prints a new directory on August 1. Those needing a phone installed should order at the company office before July 25 to ensure their name and number appear.
Old timers recalled early Bismarck days as an abandoned cave near the Northern Pacific freight house was unearthed and discussed by locals.
A wagon sank eight feet into a long forgotten cave near a track while being loaded with fruit. Locals recalled old legends of rustlers and bad men. Found were rifle shells, revolvers, clothing remains, and weapon parts likely headed to the state museum.
F L Sanders a farmer nine miles north of Kenmare kept dairy accounts in 1908. He milked 4 to 11 cows, sold 1391 pounds of butter for 374.50, averaged under 2k per pound, and used five pounds of butter weekly at home. He believes a creamery will boost profits and allow expanding the herd.
The Board of County Commissioners will accept sealed bids at the County Auditor’s office in the Williston Courthouse ND until 10 30 A M August 16 1909 for building a fill road west of Kermit 19 feet base 16 feet top 2 feet slope and smooth to two sides earth from 4 rod right of way leaving ditches 1800 feet long total about 2400 cubic yards. The right to reject any and all bids reserved. E M Atterberry Co Auditor July 13 1909 Williston ND.
Notice announces a land claim by Antoen I Rhymmer of Williston North Dakota who filed HE No 3407 on October 15 1907 with the US Land Office. The notice records the official action by register GEO W Wilson and mentions Dr Robert Price of Highery and the Williston office as part of the proceedings.
Notice is given by Ben E Count Donnybrook ND attorney that mortgage held by Lewis P Olan mortgagor to Henry A Barnes is to be foreclosed under Power of Sale due to default. Sale of described lands in Williams County North Dakota at the courthouse steps in Williston on August 28 at 2 PM, 1000, to satisfy $497.25 plus costs.
Notice states C Alvin Gustafson mortgaged property to The Northern Trust Company on July 20 1906 recorded July 27 1905. Foreclosure by public sale at Williams County Court House Williston ND on August 21 1909 at 2 PM. Property described as SW quarter of section 28 township 162 range 96. Amount due 3201.08 including taxes. Attorneys Pierce Tennison & Cupler Fargo ND.
Commissioners invite sealed bids at the County Auditor in Williston North Dakota until 10 A M August 16 1909 for grading approaches to a bridge over Eight Mile Creek near Burges Williams County. Earthwork totals 681 cubic yards from County Road four rod highway. Bid rejection right reserved. Dated Williston July 13 1909.
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