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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1914
Page
4
A fragmentary editorial collage mocks public figures and sayings from Wilson to Villa. It riffs on eatless diets, political debates, suffragists, Madame Caillaux, and general political foibles, with rhetorical quips about advertising, vanity, and media. The piece blends humor with contemporary concerns and social commentary.
Fragmentary OCR note describes a scalp treatment using alcohol and oil with vigorous rubbing. Mentions a public remedy and a historic balithe style. The readable portion suggests guidance to apply a scalp mixture and heat, but lacks coherent context or outcome.
The text contrasts communities and individuals, noting colorless and strong groups. It describes cities as cultivated or lazy and refers to culture in terms of genuine growth versus counterfeit, likening it to someone drinking from a source.
The passage contrasts cities as fashionable and dull, noting some have a sense of duty while most appear tiny and self-important. It portrays people as rich or poor, likening some to self made millionaires and others to lesser fortunes, with a tone of social observation.
Fargo Forum notes North Dakota will reach about 2,000 silos this year as rapid expansion suits farmers shift from wheat to dairying and cattle feeding. The piece cites train tours for farmers to study farming methods, calls silos the core of year-round income and a sign of prosperity, and links safety campaigns to broader progress in farming infrastructure and industry.
The European war scare boosted wheat prices by about seven cents on Tuesday as traders anticipated higher costs if Austria and Serbia escalate into conflict. Prices eased slightly on Wednesday but remain volatile and could rise further if tensions worsen.
The Williston community outlines improvements to Dahl’s Grove Picnic, with guidance to reach the YPSL park off the road to Black Diamond coal mine. A Sunday afternoon gathering is planned all summer, featuring a committee prepared lunch and a lemonade option, inviting neighbors to socialize and share meals.
An 1914 event describes a dancing party hosted by Mrs Borden in Mayville with 75 guests, Prof O Hanlon leading the orchestra, Miss Elkin singing, and refreshments provided. It notes Mr Thomas Borden’s absence and praises Miss Elkin as a charming entertainer. It also lists the next regular teachers examination dates August 13 and 14 1914 at the Williston courthouse with a detailed program and times. A separate outing by thirty four young ladies to the country club is briefly mentioned with light refreshments and an installation to occur at the next meeting.
The Wand Club hosts a barn dance at the valley venue on an August evening. Admission is fifty cents. Willistone residents who attended previous dances praise the evenings and welcome another chance to dance.
Herbert Musgrove and Helen Watkins were married at the M E parsonage on Saturday afternoon July 26 by Reverend Hawkins. The couple, both of this city, will reside in Williston and are well known in the community.
Public notice and advertisement text report on Adlerika and Williston land filing. Includes product pitch for Adlerika with medical claims and a land patent notice for Thorkit Rolfstad in Williston North Dakota, detailing entries, dates, names, and officials.
Notice is given that Martha Knudson and Knude Knudson defaulted on a chattel mortgage to Jos Wealey. The secured item is a Aultman Taylor threshing machine with engine and separator and related gear. The property will be sold at 2 oclock P M on Saturday August 8 1914 at its current location in SE 14 Section 14 Township 153 Range 99 Williams County North Dakota. The amount due is 1288.66.
Local Office weather data shows Charles F Marvin and Rene Tomer at Williston North Dakota with temperatures July 29 1914. Highest 98 degrees lowest 53 degrees.
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