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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1909
Page
2
A May 20 ceremony at 8. H. Dreler home joined Henry Bartell and Adda Herman of Ray. The couple started housekeeping on Bartell’s claim near Spring Brook. Local residents share best wishes and note nearby social visits and school election activity.
Eden Valley residents report trips and visits as Mr. and Mrs. Andy Cooper rode in the vicinity Sunday. Mrs. Will Marsh hosted a dinner for several neighbors including Miss Bessie Lipscome and Miss Ella Kauffman. Rev. Abram Miller preached at Rose Valley with Samie Ulery, and the community boys escorted Mr. Nelson one evening. W. W. Keltner and Miller's guest list and Williston business trips are noted.
Painted Woods hosts Miss Virgie Davis and Ericson at the Peterson home on Sand Creek. Miss Mabel Gherrity of Chicago visits F R Frederickson. Earl Garretson and brothers call at the Ramey home. Kemliske dance draws many young people. J R Schaffer named school director. Vern McMurrin buys a writing desk and digs a cellar for a new house. Verne Tanner resuming outings. Verne McMurrin abuzz with home work. Adriondak Mikus Zimptulosia on his claim.
Truax area notes report social gatherings weddings and a race trip. Several residents visit relatives in Epping and Williston. A May wedding between Wenton Bingeman and Opal Willard is celebrated amid playful festivities. Local farming, plowing, and horse events continue as residents attend races in Williston and a Truax hall dance is announced.
The article warns buyers to trust established machinery and manufacturer testing, noting paint and bright decoration can hide defects. It recalls Minnesota and North Dakota actions on agricultural education and extension, urging practical farming education and cross-state demonstration efforts.
Gambetta Mrs. Matson and Miss Plorine were Williston callers Tuesday. Mrs. Wiseman is sick this week and a rain brings smiles for crops. Local visits include Pastor Johanson, Mr. Shanley, Mr. Aal, and several families. farm work and breaking planned. a couquet party set for June 13 at Golden Hill farm.
Squires resident Miss Mabel Arndt returned from Minnesota to file on a homestead and plans residence this fall. A Snake Butte picnic is set for June 13 pending good weather, with June 20 as a backup. Church services were held at the schoolhouse southwest of Squires with many in attendance. The town notes several local moves and visits, including Ed Lee buying a horse, N P Holland traveling to Williston, and the Arndt and Dardis sisters visiting. The little daughter of Oscar Lee died from diphtheria and was laid to rest Friday.
The community highlights horse racing talk and a Garden Valley baseball team claim to state title. Local residents include Miss Guthrie Miss Beranek and Miss Verna Beranek with social gatherings at Hedderich ranch. Multiple visits and events span Williston Devils Lake Painted Woods and Springbrook with illness and farm work noted.
A neighborhood grocer promotes savings by giving 50 cents in trade when customers present $15 worth of coupons. The ad claims the price is always right and encourages shoppers to collect qualifying coupons for immediate value.
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