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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1916
Page
7
North Dakota Experiment Station outlines a rotation plan where hogs fed on pasture and corn hogging reduce labor peaks. Part of grass and corn is diverted to hogging to minimize plowing and ruts, lowering yearly costs and stabilizing work.
Data from an experienced farmer near Grand Forks shows pigs gain most profit when grain is fed at 1.5 to 3 pounds daily per 100 pounds of live weight. Pasture and alfalfa alone fail to optimize growth. the grain ration keeps the pig stomach working and supports full capacity production.
A writer measured road dragging costs from four states and found Kansas ranges 4 to 10 dollars per mile while North Dakota could be about 7.50 dollars per mile. Dragged roads showed notably better travel conditions and endured heavy May to June rains with less damage.
List of unclaimed and advertised mail for the week ending July 25 1916 in Williston North Dakota. Names include Amaulon Ira Callahan Tom Crowley Agnes Gunnerud Arthur Hearn Frank O Johnson Rose Lamb Mrs Mehus Oscar M Morgan J R Mullen Joseph Parry Harry Robkin M M Wadd Elmo. When calling for above say advertised Waldo Leonhardy P M.
Concrete tank guidance covers mix ratios one part cement two parts sand four parts gravel or three parts sand if gravel is unavailable. Foundation six inches thick with continuous reinforcement. Inner waterproofing via concrete paste. Also notes International Institute of Agriculture crops outlook with wheat, barley, oats, rye prospects and Brazilian coffee slightly down from last year.
Notice records Samuel Ferrell of Williston North Dakota filing intent to prove up a three year claim on his 1911 homestead entry, serial 118068 for two 8 1-2 acre parcels in section 32 township 185 north range 101 west, before the Register and Receiver in Williston on August 28. Witnesses listed include Dan Ferenusen, John Beunner, Samuel Ferrell, Dycer Kelter from Williston and nearby locals.
Notice of intention to make three year proof for desertion and entry of land in Township 10 North Range 1 West, culminating in patent sought by Gertrude D. Simmons. Witnesses include J W Bown and Wylie Thompson. abstract details list section and meridian points. Patent process date set for August 20, 1916 before the Register and Receiver, U.S. Land Office, Williston.
Fragmentary OCR preserves a 1918 notice listing land claim proceedings. Names Andrew Handon Brakke Alec Shempaon Kred Pryall or Willson and Thana Bo Murphy Motater appear among individuals connected to a Walistein Walistein SN matter dated August 20 1918.
Notice in the U S Land Office Williston dating June 23 1916 announces Mary Turner of Bakreitly Mont who filed Sept 27 1912 for homestead and seeks three year proof to establish a claim to N 1 4 E 4 2 and Bobs Section 11 Township 154 N Range 101 W with witnesses Howard Rumstad John Lokken Dan Turner Irene Oaks and Thomas Meg plus Luke Joseph Gihgon Williston ND who filed Oct 19 1910 for SE 1 4 SW 1 4 1 2 NW 1 4 NW 1 4 NE 1 4 Sec 12 Township 154 N Range 101 W 6th P Meridian had filed notice of intent to make year proof with witnesses Walter Htchell William Haines Dennis Callahan John Moline and Thomas Murphy before the Register Receiver Williston ND on July 28 191?
Department of the Interior notice from Williston North Dakota announces Bred Larkin of Dow filed intent to prove up a land claim under Hemand entry No 110648 for southwest and northwest quarter parcels in section 13 township 158 north range 98 west. Three year proof to establish claim to be presented before the register and receiver at Williston on August 18, 1918 with witnesses Ward F Larkin Alfred Prandle Donald Upp Charles Chance and Myomas B Sturphs.
Publication lists Ole A. Moxtin of Willaton and BRITE T Gueodal of Eyphle filing for year proofs on homestead tracts in Williams County North Dakota with hearings at Williston on August 17 and 18. Names of other claimants and entries appear along with court notices and trusteeship actions regarding land in sections 3 and 4 township 156N range 99W.
In Willams County North Dakota a county court proceeding before Judge A Le Burler concerns the estate of Mary Newell deceased. John F Heffernan petitioner seeks settlement, distribution and closure of administration appointing a special fund for minors and distributing residue to named respondents. The hearing is set for August 14 in the Court Rooms at the Court House Williston. Also notice of mortgage foreclosure against Hulda Carlson and W Caplson, securing a loan from Farmers State Bank of Williston, with sale of property described as East half of the Southeast Quarter of Section 1 Township 156 Range 103, to satisfy nine hundred fifteen dollars. Sheriff Carl Erikson to conduct sale on August 26 at 2 pm at the courthouse in Williston.
Notice records a foreclosure on a North Dakota mortgage executed by Erickson and Minnie Erickson to Loomis B. Triano mortgagee, with dates in 1911 to 1976, detailing default, due sums including taxes, interest, and penalties, and commanding payment or sale. It also lists a Williston County Court estate accounting for Barry Hankan and notices to heirs, plus a separate homestead entry notice for William McKechnie of Trenton with witnesses named.
A public notice from the Interior Department lists Martine Guargedahl or Epping seeking a five year land patent for Township 158 in Williaten region. The notice, dated May 15, appears to involve land claims, readings before the restate and reserve, with names including Christian Wittos, Phomas Lame, Lats Veda hyemobuel, and Regleter Whomia T Murphy.
Public foreclosure notice details a mortgage default on property in Willhume County North Dakota. The mortgagors M Meaisie M Wroduiddlaei and spouse, to TL Botairer Mortgagee, dated May 1 1913, with sale set for April 2 1976 at the county courthouse. Amounts: $4200 principal plus interest total $443.62 in costs. Attorney Arthur L Netcher listed.
The State of North Dakota serves a summons to the defendant in Williston for a civil action. The summons requires an answer within thirty days of service. failure to appear may lead to a default judgment. Attorneys Walter L. Burdick John J. Murphy Ivan V. Metscer represent the plaintiff with offices in Williston North Dakota.
Notice declares default on mortgage by Weitz Gotnwstel mortgagee to Jenes Brithers, securing land in Williams and Blaine counties North Dakota. Sale set for Aug 5, 1916 at 2:00 PM at Williston court house to satisfy principal, interest and accrued costs. Parcel details include parts of section 29, township 100, range 108. Attorny A. W. Gray for mortgagee. Kenmare, S. Dak.
Department of the Interior Williston Land Office announces Mar. Van Drehn formerly Mary Feldeverd of Gladys filed proof to establish homestead claim No. WisGs66A1K957 for sections 1 and 4, township 158 north range 02 west, on August ath 19h. witnesses named: Ferdinand Lonis Willan, Gearse Beas Fon, etc. The hearing before the Register and Receiver will occur on the ath day of August, 19h, at Williston, N. D.
Public notice announces foreclosure on a Williams County North Dakota property tied to a 1814 mortgage by James, recorded in 1914, with sale at the Williams County courthouse at 2 PM July 28, 1916. Property details describe the 1 1/2 acre? quarters in sections 34 64, Township 164, Range 102 West, totaling about 160 acres. Amount due listed as 8419.24 plus foreclosure costs. Attorneys John J. Murphy & Tan and Sheriff Carl Erickson listed.
Public notice states a mortgage foreclosure sale of property in Williston area under agreement with Maetha Koude Sot and Martha Siembor. The sale, to satisfy principal, interest and notes totaling 240.76, will occur August Ath at 5 PM at the office of the county in Kenmare. Barnes Brothers Incorporated and A W Gray, attorneys, represent the mortgage holders.
Notice records a mortgage executed by Tobart souls to A. L. Pauldon for Annie Le Mawricle in Williams County, North Dakota. It lists the legal description of land in T156N R103W, including multiple parcels, with the mortgage amount of $724, plus attorney fees and costs, foreclosure scheduled by the Williams County Sheriff on August ith 1916 at 2 pm at the courthouse steps to satisfy the debt.
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