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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1907
Page
4
John A. Corbett is identified as editor and publisher of the official county paper and the official city paper, indicating leadership roles in two government-recognized publications. The note emphasizes authoritative oversight and institutional backing for local news.
A periodical argues that prosecuting Harriman over railroad dealings would test legality and reveal the need for federal controls. It suggests a trial could prove law applies to the rich and expose flaws to guide Congress, aligning with Roosevelt’s push for reform.
Rev. Snow visited Squires and friends ahead of a Sunday appointment. Local children practiced pieces at the Thornton home, with visits from Mrs. Hattie Snow and Miss Ethel McAllister. A Williston storm caused rain that benefited crops. Neighbors shared visits, hunting mice, and a lunch at Mrs. Hattie Snow’s.
State oil inspector Wilson urges North Dakota oil dealers to cooperate in barring uninspected illuminating oils and gasoline. The circular warns of penalties up to 500 dollars fine or a year in jail for adulteration or selling uninspected products. Inspected goods bear a date and inspector marks. dealers should refuse uninspected cargo and request official testing.
Members of Company E returned to the city Friday night after a ten day outing at Devils Lake. The unit wore tan coats with the Captain in a notably heavier coat. In addition to state militia units, four regimental companies from Bismarck observed drills and a sham battle proved interesting. AW Jeffrey and Walter Mitchell praised the shooting and look forward to the national shoot in Ohio.
Mrs Ed and daughter Edna from St Paul arrive Saturday for a visit with sister Mrs G M Thomas. For sale a Champion Binder 44 miles east of the city $50 inquire J Wolf. Bonetrails owner J F Mansfield in city buying farm machinery. Mrs J G Corbett of Stanley and daughter Mrs N K Els worth of Minot visit relatives then leave for home. Tennis nets damaged by wind storm Saturday night repaired and courts in good shape as players improve. Ray Lane of Devils Lake visiting, may open a restaurant here. For sale 60 head of horses and mares weight 1200 to 1500 pounds at Long S Ranch on the Shaberneau across the river inquire Fred Hildreth Williston N D. LL B degree info from Andrew A Bruce Dean Grand Forks. In Williston Tuesday proving five year claims Rev E B Polege Frank Sherman Christ Flatten Peter Overlee of Ray. Mrs Mann wife of Bishop Mann visits Williston and attends Ladies Guild meeting. Grace Margaret Gould fashion editor writes Coming Fall and Winter Fashion article based on Home Companion connections.
Professor Bolley and Pritchard report successful weed control by chemical spraying across the state. They predict rising yields and cheaper chemicals as adoption grows. Dealers should stock traction sprayers with 100 120 gallon tanks and sturdy wheels for wide use.
Stock prepared for delivery by April 1, 1908 for mustard eradication. Several hundred units will be required. Work limited this season due to late arrival of machines, which were not obtainable in time.
The paper retracts a Minot militia court martial claim, apologizing to Mr Hartnett for doubting him and admitting the original report may have been unreliable. It pledges not to accept such reports as fact without verification in the future.
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.
Arrangements with East Liverpool China Co of Chicago bring in three dozen fine china Bowls ten inches and Art Plates six inches. Coupons worth five cents to one dollar accompany each purchase, usable on multiple orders. A trial trip will please you.
A black gelding about 1200 pounds with a halter is missing from Hickethier Ranch about six weeks ago. Branded Five bar star on hip and shoulder. A suitable reward will be paid. Notify J. F. Woodley or Mahion Robinson Lumber Co., Williston, North Dakota.
Second hand threshing rig for sale. Engine is a Pitts 20 horse and the separator is a Peerless with feeder and blower. For particulars address R M Powell Williston North Dakota.
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