Commercial Club Meeting Hears Of Flax Fibre Plant Plan
A large Friday night Commercial Club gathering in Williston buzzed with energy as advocates push a $2,500 fundraising drive to buy a 100 acre site for a new flax fibre plant. Attendees discussed a proposed site west of the Muddy, with portions owned by John Heffernan and L. S. Champine, while officers noted strong support for moving forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Club
Williston
Anderson
W. N. Dickinson
C. A. Mansfield
A. ©. Anderson
John Bruegger
Jackson
Paul Leonhardy
W. H. Denny
E. ©. Carney
Mr. Whitehead
B. Lyons
W. Westergard
E. C. Carney
Ways and Means
W.H. Denny
John Heffernan
L. S. Champine
Worked Over Brands Deputy Sheriff Detains Youth Near Outlook
Deputy Sheriff John Sanding passed through the city Friday night with sixteen year old Cecil Robinson who was arrested near Outlook for working over brands on a horse herd. He pleaded guilty at Plentywood justice and was bound over to district court. He named a few possible associates. more arrests likely as the case unfolds per the Culbertson Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sanding
Cecil Robinson
Outlook
Plentywood
Cualbertson Republican
Settlers Headers for Canada Travel From Meddow SD
Off for Canada Mr and Mrs Abe Lambert, the Lam berts, and E Whit Mayer with 21 horses four wagons and a carriage pass Meddow SD en route to Saskatche wan or Alberta Their move signals the steady influx of settlers to Canada and the strain on the United States to retain such talent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Lambert
Lambert
Charles Steve
E. Whitmayer
Meddow
S. D
Sister of the Snows
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Canada
United States
Rural route carriers gain July salary raise in 1000 per year
Rural route carriers on routes one two and three including Loval R F D and J H Kelly H P Gurtis and F R Frederickson receive notices from the Fourth Assistant Postmaster General to voucher for all distances over 24 miles at 1000 dollars per year starting July. The raise increases their monthly pay by eight dollars. Salaries now range from 440 to 1000, up from 900 per year, reflecting recognition of service on rural routes through storms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Kelly
H. P. Gurtis
F. R. Frederickson
Metzger
Ray People in Minot Visit Mrs Cox in City
Mr. Carl Cox of Ray arrived in Minot to join Mrs. Cox, guest of friends. The couple will stay over Sunday to visit their many friends in the city.
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Carl Cox
Ray
Williams County Exposition Seeks Best General Exhibit
Publicity officials call for Williams County to enter the state expo with a top display. Commissioner Gilbreath offers a 500 prize for the best exhibit while railroads and eastern manufacturers pledge support and premiums. Commercial Club discussions aim to spur farmer participation and county pride.
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W. C. Gilbreath
John Bader Convicted in Minot Incest Case
John Bader of Williams County was convicted of incest and faces sentencing on August 8. Aaron J. Bessie defended the defendant while H. W. Braatelien and Wm. G. Owens prosecuted. Also, Thomas and James O'Neill were convicted of criminal assault and scheduled to be sentenced tomorrow. The Avoca case involved a killing claim against George Ray, noting Ray’s alcoholism and possible accidental cause. Lynn cases from Buford were called yesterday morning.
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John Bader
Williams County
Minot
Aaron J. Bessie
H. W. Braatelien
Wm. G. Owens
Thomas
James O'Neill
Avoca
George Ray
Ray
O’neil’s
Lynn
Buford
Orioles Rally Twice To Beat All Stars In Two Games
Williston hosts the Bowbells and Minot All Stars at the ball park. On Tuesday the Orioles won five to nil and on Wednesday the City of Opportunity squeaked out a 3 to 2 victory. Dutch Palmer was the standout for the All Stars while Williston pitchers Lyle and Monette combined for a strong showing.
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Williston
Bowbells
Larimore
Minot
Des Lacs
Ball Park
Orioles
City of Opportunity
All Stars
Palmer
The
N. D. All Stars
Magney
Esterman
Parker
Cutting
Bruegger
McAllister
Tappan
Murphy
Moses
Krukeberg
Monette
Lyle
Monnette
Busra
sppEmes Fermen
Mt Fennel
Prive Kroman
Tollefson
Ussel
Fi Ister
Murp
Ine
Krokeberg
Harvey
Toll
Stars
Asaell
Russell
Jackson
Salt Lake Girl Hosts Matinee Party for Misses
Miss Ralphene Bayrell of Salt Lake City spent the summer with her grandmother Mrs. E. Leonhardy. A matinee party was given Saturday afternoon with Miss Bella Leonhardy chaperoning eighteen little girls to the Star Theatre. After the show the group returned to the Leonhardy residence for refreshments and games.
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Ralphene Bayrell
Salt Lake City
Mrs. E. Leonhardy
Bella Leonhardy
Star Theatre
Leonhardy
St Peters Episcopal Church Sunday Services and Summer Schedule
St Peters Episcopal Church holds Holy Communion plain at 8 a m and Holy Communion choral at 10 a m on the seventh Sunday after Trinity. Sunday school convenes at 11 a m. No vesper service. Services discontinued until the first Sunday in September when the winter session resumes. Read Wants. Use Wants.
Shades of Casey Defend as Minot Magicians Feud Looms
July 25 report from the Minot Optic questions Williston ball team’s willingness to face the Mighty Magicians for a championship. Williston’s silence and weather concerns spark claims of avoiding a tussle while Bow Bells and Minot square off next. Letter from Mighty Magicians manager Conlan notes scheduling conflicts and August dates as the clubs negotiate.
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Minot Optic
Williston
Magicians
Minot
Minot K. C
Williams County
Conlan
Mighty Magicians
Buhler
N. D
T. Conlan
Orioles
Marriage Licenses for Williston and Trenton Pairs
John Rehm of Williston and Miss Thora Charlot Nelson of Williston obtain a marriage license. Clyde Thompson of Trenton and Miss Molly Benell of Trenton also receive a license.
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John Rehm
Williston
Thora Charlot Nelson
Clyde Thompson
Trenton
Molly Benell
Frenchie Panger Visits Town Prominent Local Barber in Town Saturday
In McKenzie county the former barber near the Star Theatre known as Frenchie conducted town business Saturday. He was seen with Mr. Panger who was contracting hay land work and handling other duties while here in the area.
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McKenzie County
Star Theatre
Panger
al J
Frenchie) Panger
Dangerous Runaway Injures Mrs Logan and Daughter
Mrs Leonard Logan and her daughter Miss Fay were traveling to town when a horse ran into a wire fence three miles from town. Mrs Logan sustained a broken arm and serious internal injuries. The buggy was destroyed. Miss Logan escaped with minor injuries.
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Leonard Logan
Miss Fay
Mrs. Logan
Miss Logan
Best Bands Assemble at Metzger’s Corner Friday Evening
Home Best Bands may come and bands may go but the artists that assemble on Metzger's corner Friday evening's sounds good to us.
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Metzger’s Corner
Hardware Burglary At Anderson Store Leads To Probation
The Anderson Hardware store was burglarized weekend with entry via the back stairs. Muddy shoe tracks surfaced on the roof and the thieves slipped down to the ware room breaking the lighting circuit. Four youths confessed. received probation on good behavior.
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Anderson Hardware
Ben Linsey
Crop prospects show mixed yields across cereals
The week’s weather improved little and crop conditions remain poor. A half crop of wheat and oats on average is unlikely, while flax looks more favorable and may reach an average yield.
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Epping Bulletin
Rousing Picnic at Gramatka’s Grove Draws County Leaders
A Good Roads movement day at Gramatka’s Grove featured the Williams county crowd and many locals touring the display. The Williston Concert Band performed while Lt Governor Burdick John Bruegger and others spoke on road improvements crop gains and county fair plans. Games ice cream a big dinner and a lively dance followed with autos from town and a day of benefit and enjoyment.
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Williams County
Gramatka’s Grove
Williston
Onstad
Burdick
John Bruegger
Anderson
Commercial Club
Jackson
Schollander
Experiment Farm
C. A. Mansfield
Suicided at Dickinson by former Williston worker Elmer P. Nolte
Elmer P. Nolte, once employed at Williston Drug, committed suicide in his Dickinson room last Friday afternoon. He had moved to Dickinson about three months ago. Proprietor Wm. Chernausek offered no reason. A note stated no motive and named Dr. Nolte at Dazy, jeweler Nolte at Oxter, Iowa, and another brother at Hay Springs, Nebraska, to be notified.
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Elmer P. Nolte
Williston Drug Company
Andor
Dickinson
Nolte
Wm. Chernausek
Dr. Nolte
Dazy
Oxter
Hay Springs
Neb
Twin-City Helena Autoists Here on Tour
Twin City Helena automobile tourists arrived in Williston on Tuesday noon greeted by locals and band music. The Great Northern special train led by engine 1451 carried Louis W Hill and John Ringling among others with several cars diners sleepers and observation cars. The auto tour seeks trophies from Minneapolis Journal St Paul Dispatch and Ringling. Chief checker A Steadman from Minneapolis Tribune oversaw entries.
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Thompson
Hickson
Louis W. Hill
G. N
Wisconsin
John Ringling
Baraboo
Wis
Great Northern Road
Oriental Limited
The
Minneapolis Journal
St. Paul Dispatch
A. Steadman
Minneapolis Tribune
Adele Mounger Returns From Fargo Commercial School
Miss Adele Mounger returns home Monday after attending commercial school in Fargo. A Williston High School graduate from the class of 10 and a Valley City Normal attendee, she completed studies last month and will reside with her aunt Mrs W Tatem.
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Adele Mounger
Fargo
Miss Mounger
Williston High School
Valley City Normal
Mra
Tatem
Fountain Show in Williston Featuring Trained Animals
Fountain’s famous show brings Mitchel’s military pony troupe Seymour’s comedy dogs and boxing bears, mischievous monkeys, and a cast of wirewalkers contortionists trapeze artists jugglers leapers and clowns. Two performances Tuesday August 1 at 2 and 8 pm in Williston.
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Mitchel
Seymour
Fanny Old
Williston
Golgotha Unearthed in Field Near Eden Valley
A reader notes that while plowing a field lateral near Eden Valley, a human skull was uncovered. The sighting prompts speculation that the remains may belong to Father Adam, linking the site to biblical imagery.
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R. C. Newton
Father Adam
Garden of Eden
Fuairview
Mont
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Blan
ALL Star Aggregation
Salt Lake Visitor
St. Peters Episcopal Church
Shades OF Casey
Gramatra
Williston Drug Co
Helena
Golgotha
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