State officers listed with several vacancies and in doubt
State Auditor D K Brighthill and State Treasurer E A Bickford are named along with Superintendent of Public Instruction W L Stokwell and Commissioner of Insurance E C Cooper. Attorney General Andrew Miller and Commissioner of Agriculture W C Gilbreath are listed, while Railroad Commissioner is noted as in doubt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. K. Brighthill
E. A. Bickford
W. L. Stokwell
E. C. Cooper
Andrew Mil
W. C. Gilbreath
State Senator W B Overson and Representatives Poe Homness
Legislative, judicial and county ticket list for the coming election names State Senator W B Overson and Representatives Frank Poe and G P Homness as the available candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Overson
Frank Poe
G. P. Homness
Taft Policies Ahead In Roosevelts’ Ethical Frame
Taft pledges to pursue business and corporate ethics with vigor and constitutional compliance. The piece cites Leslie’s Weekly optimism and notes key issues including Philippines, Panama Canal, Porto Rico, Cuba, and Japan. It contrasts Taft’s approach with calls to curb trusts and court power, signaling a broad Republican program.
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Mr. Taft
Roosevelt
Leslie
Newman
Philippines
Taft
Panama Canal
Porto Rico
Cuba
Japan
Taft Leadership Questioned as Republicans Face Trial
A public warning argues that Taft’s administration will define the party’s fate. It claims the GOP’s past prosperity and peace depend on courageous leaders. The piece urges reflection on biblical prophecy about leadership and the party’s future beyond Taft’s term.
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Taft
Mr. Taft
Judah
Modern Woodmen Picnic Celebrates First Annual Gathering
The Modern Woodmen of Wil liston and nearby areas enjoyed a picnic at Wilson's grove three miles from the city on Thursday the 23rd. The Williston Concert band provided music and a bowery dance followed the meal. Speakers included Rev. F. S. Hollet and Mr. George A. Gilmore. Contests featured nail driving shoe lacing potato throwing and sack races with multiple winners. The rope broke in the tug of war causing a tumble of all contestants. the Bowery kept revelers entertained late into the night. The day was praised as a success and seen as the start of many future events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williston
Wilson’s Grove
F. S. Hollet
Ray
George A. Gilmore
Nels Nelson
Clark
Hegge
Precinct Committees to Meet at Courthouse Saturday
The Chairman of the Precinct Committees will meet at the court house Saturday August 8 at 2 p.m. to organize the County Republican Central Committee elect officers and transact necessary business. Signed Joseph W. Jackson secretary G B Metzger chairman Yes you can still get the money for your farm loan from the Williston Land Company without delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Republican Central Committee
Joseph W. Jackson
G. B. Metzger
Williston Land Company
Hooligan in New York at the July 31 showing
A review notes Hooligan in New York is a witty three hour comedy with a plot driving its many mishaps. The company has been carefully selected and Flip Hooligan’s trained dog provides notable humor for audiences yet to be met.
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New York
Flip Hooligan
America
Williston School District Announces Attic Finishing Bids
Bids will be received August 1 1908 for finishing the attic of the Williston Special school district's Williston North Dakota schoolhouse. Plans and specifications at the clerk's office Williston North Dakota R Brownson clerk College of Law State University of North Dakota. Two years course leads to LL B degree. Strong faculty good library. Fall term opens September 22. For particulars write Anyprew A Bruce Grand Forks North Dakota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williston Special School
Williston
N. D
College of Law
State University of North
Just Exactly Right New Life Pills Endorsement
Mr A A Felton of Harrisville New York says Dr King's New Life Pills are just exactly right after years of use. The pills relieve without discomfort and are touted as best for constipation biliousness and malaria. 25 cents at Browne ll's drug store.
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Dr. King
A A Felton
Harrisville
N. Y
Brownell’s
Real Estate Bargains Across Farmland and Homes
Auction style listing offers multiple parcels, from 30 to 155 acres, with houses, barns, wells, and fencing. Properties span quarters in 154 101 and 155 99 districts, plus Main Street residences and Westlawn lots. Prices range from 600 to 2900 with various terms, down payments, and monthly payments.
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Squires
Ood
Also Mentioned on This Page
Williston Graphic
Guarmiolp
Williston, N. D
WM. H. Taft
James S. Sherman
U. S
T. F. Marshall
M. N. Johnson
Congress
A. J. Grenna
L. B. Hanna
C. A. Johnson
R. S. Lewis
Supreme Court
B. F. Spalding
Alfred Blaisdell
Ler
Sun District
E. B. Goss
E. B. Olson
Atterberry
Charlson
H. Brown
L. O. Higley
H. W. Braatelien
A. L. Butler
M.P. Tatum
J.C. Field
G. M. Thomas
Boerstad
Geo. Drakeley Constable
L. V. Coulter
Justice of the Peace
T. R. Blankenship
A. J. Field
Leonard Backhoff
Westlawn
Main Street
Wittemeir Addition
Pious Hill
Wegley Addition
Bruegger Mercantile Co
Williston Realty Co
Henry Keltner
E. B. Link
Bt Street
Willites
N. Dak
Asbury, Grocery
Company
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