Misconstrued Ruling Sparks Teacher Land Question
Washington reports Interior officials warning teachers and other settlers that a recent land claim ruling did not grant special entry rights. They clarify the decision applied to a specific contest, not commuter proof, and caution against relying on vacation occupancy to obtain homestead title, especially with commutation.
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Washington
Interior Department
Minnesota
Interior Woodruff
Dennet
General Land Office
Williston Boys Hit the Mark at State Militia Shoot
Williston shooters W. W. Jeffrey and Walter Mitchell achieved high marks at the Devils Lake field shoot, earning spots on the six man team to represent the state at the U S School in Ohio. The second high score was 1 7 by Jeffrey, with two others from Minot and Mandan among the top six.
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Devils Lake
Williston
U.S
Ohio
W. W. Jeffrey
Walter Mitchell
W. W. Jeffery
Minot
Manda
Farmers urged to attend Equity meeting in city on July 20
The American Society of Equity calls farmers in this region to a July 20 meeting at 2 30 PM in this city. A capable speaker will discuss vital farming issues and explain how to handle them. The event aims to inform members on matters affecting agriculture and community concerns.
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American Society of Equity
Townsite mystery lingers as locals debate location
For months residents argue over where the townsite lies with camps on the Muddy, Cate’s farm, cut banks, or Fort Union. General Superintendent Egan cautions patience as authorities pursue a precise site. Also noted are a dog stray report from Fort Buford and a Manitoba railroad contract signing for the end of track work.
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Cate
Fort Union
Egan
Farm Society Aims for Profit Through Dollar Wheat
The Society seeks profitable farmer prices and favors dollar wheat this fall as a central policy. It argues such price support would stabilize income for farmers and boost local agriculture amid market pressures.
Greengard Bros Move to New Brick Block Store
Greengard Bros have sealed a lease with Joan Heffernan for the ground floor of his forthcoming brick block. They have built a fine city business and require more space. upon completion of the new building, they will relocate to accommodate their growing stock.
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Greengard Bros
Joan Heffernan
Double Wedding At Bellview Farm No. Williston
A double wedding occurred Sunday at Bellview farm north of Williston. Miss Flossie Wegley wed Adolph Ohsahl and Forest Bunyan tied the knot with Merl Carson of Iowa. Ceremony performed by Rev. Hollett.
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Bellview Farm
Williston
Flossie Wegley
Adolph Ohsahl
Forest Bunyan
Merl Carson
Iowa
Rev. Hollett
Jury Excused Ends County's Longest Court Term
The jury was excused yesterday by Judge Goss from further service during the present term of court. The judge has several cases but will be through by tomorrow or Saturday. This will end the longest term of court held in this county.
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Goss
Minot grain commissioner opens office in city
ER J Tompkins of Minot and member of the Thompkins Meyer Grain Commission Co visited the city early this week and established a commission office in the Rawson Hardware building.
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ER. J. Tompkins
Minot
Thompkins-Meyer Grain Commission Co
Rawson Hardware
Local Notes on Visits and Openings in City
ADDITIONAL LOCAL mentions L. McKay from Denver arriving in the city last week to visit cousin E. K. Brownson. They traveled to White Earth early in the week and returned in Brownson's car. The Golfen Rule store plans a July 26 opening in Wegley building East Broadway with daily bargains, following a Golden Rule model. A group including F. H. Smith and others went fishing at Hedderich ranch Sunday and reported good luck.
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L. McKay
Denver
Colorado
E. K. Brownson
Mr. Brownson
White Earth
College of Law
State University of North Dakota
Andrew A. Bruce
5Th Grand Forks
N. D
Wegley
East Broadway
Minneapolis
Chicago
F. H. Smith
A. L. Knauf
F. Matouseck
F. Schafer
A. Miller
Wilson
Hedderich Ranch
For Sale and Local Developments Share Williston Happenings
For Sale 60 horses and mares weighing 1200 to 1500 pounds, some trained to harness, near the Shaberneau Ranch across the river. Contractor D A Dinnie from Minot visits for Heffernan block work. foundation praised as best in city with bricklayers at work. Mr and Mrs M J Williams arrive from Minot, staying three months. Mrs Williams visits daughters, and Mr Williams tends his machine business at White Earth while spending Sundays in Williston.
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Shaberneau
Fred Hildreth
Williston
N. D
D. A. Dinnie
Minot
Heffernan
Wall Paper and Paints Stock Reduced at Williston Drug Co
We have removed our stock of Wall Paper and Paints to the building east of the Columbia Hotel. New patterns of Wall paper have been added and our paint stock is being increased to include anything that a painter may require. An experienced painter and paper hanger in charge to attend to your wants. Williston Drug Co.
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Columbia Hotel
Williston Drug Co
Notice for Bids for One Story Building Erection
S Brownell invites proposals for erecting a one story building covering 25280 feet. Plans and specs are available at the Brownell Co Drug store. Each bid must include a $500 certified check as good faith. Bids will be opened duly on the 20th. S Brownell.
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S. Brownell
Brownell Co
Lost horse from Hickethier Ranch with five bar brand
Black gelding about 1200 pounds missing six weeks ago from the Hickethier Ranch. Halter still on. Branded Five bar star on hip and shoulder. Reward offered. Contact J. F. Woodley of the Mahion Robinson Lumber Co in Williston, North Dakota.
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Hickethier
J. F. Woodley
Mahion Robinson Lumber Co. 1
Williston
N, D
Thrifty Miecourt Congressmen Show Frugal Washington Life
W T Tyndall of Springfield Missouri, ex congressman, recounts how he saved nearly $11000 of a 10000 salary and expense allowances during his two year term in Washington. He details living with a colleague, walking to sessions, and handling correspondence himself while forgoing receptions and luxuries.
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Samokehouse
W. T. Tyndall
Springfeld
Congress
Fourteenth District
Missouri
Washington
Mr. Tyndall
Lfe
Congressman Murphy
Murphy
Capitol
Tyndall
St. Laws
Tyndall to Become Banker Says Backing Reflects Success
Quiziies pays his expenses and saves 500 a year, reaching 11,000 in two years. Observers expect his congressional experience to fuel a future as a financier. Genuine Success: The only thing worth while in life is trying to do something you can't and doing it.
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Quiziies
Tyndall
Sun Spots and Stock Pans: Panic Link Suggested
A New York Post piece argues that solar activity may influence financial crises and harvests. It cites Jevons and multiple sunspot years 1837 1871 1872 1873 1883 1893, noting varied harvests and panics, with contrary years like 1857 and 1873 showing bumper crops amid turmoil.
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The
New York Post
Stock Exchange
Jevons
Europe
United States
England
Barrett arrives in Guayaquil after 41 days on muleback
John G. Barrett, American minister to Colombia, dispatches to the state department announcing his arrival at Guayaquil after 41 days and 1600 miles of mule travel through rugged Andean country. He awaits Secretary Root and calls the region among South America's best undeveloped opportunities.
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Washington
John G. Barrett
Colombia
State Department
Guayaquil
M Mountains
Root
Barrett
East Liverpool china loaned bowls and plates promotion
Arrangements with East Liverpool China Co of Chicago bring three dozen fine china bowls ten inches and art plates six inches. The plan offers $25 and $15 cash orders with coupons from five cents to one dollar per purchase, usable at different times. A trial trip is urged to entice customers to request coupons.
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East Liverpool
China iCo
Chicago
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