Williston Graphic endorses Stockwell for public instruction
The Williston Graphic recounts a vivid disagreement with State's Attorney Van R. Brown and urges readers to support W. L. Stockwell for the Republican nomination. It lauds Stockwell's character and qualifications as an ideal head of the Department of Public Instruction, highlighting his fitness as a model American educator.
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Department of Public Instruction
W. L. Stockwell
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Mr. Stockwell
Press Fear Tactics From State Attorney Prompt Editorial Warning
The Graphic accuses Van R Brown state attorney of attempting to muzzle the press after a prior criticism. An on train encounter is described in which Brown discussed punishing critics, implying threats to press freedom. Editors are warned to beware of retaliation for critical reporting.
Judge Knauf Denounces False Story on Braatelien
The Crosby Review lauds Judge Knauf denouncing circulating rumors about Mr. Braatelien as false and unreasonable. It commends his disapproval of such methods and endorses him for state’s attorney, describing him as the kind of man to elect.
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Knauf
Olson Gains Support for Sheriff Nomination
The Recorder endorses E. B. Olson for sheriff, highlighting his square dealing and strong past performance as Benson County deputy. It argues for selecting a treasurer candidate, Will T. Poe, who would devote full attention to county duties and cash accountability.
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the Recorder
E. B. Olson
Ben
Snown
Beaverstad
Benson County
Olson
West End
Williams County
Ray Recorder
Will T. Poe
Letter praises Higley for Register of Deeds nomination
Sam C. Nelson of Garfield Minnesota writes in support of L O Higley for Register of Deeds. He calls Higley the best type of American citizen and urges voters to nominate him on the Republican ticket at the June 24 primaries.
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Sam C. Nelson
Garfield, Minn
L.O. Higley
Register of Deeds
Nelson
Higley
Governor Burke Criticized Over Law Knowledge on Train Talk
A state official remarks during a train discussion that Governor Burke cannot show him the law. The speaker asserts the governor lacks learning ability and suggests retirement to focus on family, urging public benefit for the county.
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van R Brown
Williams Co nominate for Register of Deeds
Do you know L. O. Higley. If not, you will soon find a man who does and he will say he is the man Williams Co. plans to nominate for the office of Register of Deeds on June 24.
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L. O. Higley
Williams Co
Office of Register of Deeds
B. L. Hardjaway
Narrow escape as Ole Ellerseth falls from barge
Ole Ellerseth, one of the men on the barge, fell into the river Saturday while interceding with a pike pole to avert loose logs striking the craft. A log struck the pole, pulling him into the current. three men pulled him to safety, and being swept under the barge would have greatly reduced his chances of rescue.
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Ole Ellerseth
Vote for B. L. Hardaway for Register of Deeds
A local campaign appeal urges voters to choose B. L. Hardaway for Register of Deeds, asserting he is a known, competent, and courteous candidate amid a 49 to 36 vote tally reference.
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B. L. ‘Hardaway
Register OF Deeds
Endorsement for L C Higley as Williams County register of deeds
Sam C Nelson of Garfield Minnesota endorses L C Higley for Williams County register of deeds. Nelson, formerly Higley’s neighbor, cites Higley as honest, thorough, capable, and dedicated to the region’s development, urging voters to support him on June 24. June 8.
Sudden Death of Elling Anderson near Crosby
Elling Anderson of Crosby area died suddenly while helping break up land on the Cavanaugh homestead south of town. While measuring the final plow strip, he fell or lay in the breaker’s path and was not seen until under the wheels. Doctors from Crow and Columbus attributed death to heart failure after a history of similar symptoms.
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Crosby
Elling Anderson
Cavanaugh
Crow
Columbus
Johnson to Speak at Court House on June 20
Hon M N Johnson the Republican candidate for United States senator will speak in the court house in this city on Saturday evening June 20. Johnson is a fluent speaker and served eight years as a member of Congress, with a strong record on state welfare and public issues.
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M. N. Johnson
United States
Johnson
Congress
Slim Jones Returned to County Jail for Remaining Time
Slim Jones was brought back to the city Friday and is serving the balance of his sentence in the county jail. Previously he had been moved to Ward county jail by order of Judge Goss. His attorney appealed to the supreme court and the court ordered his return to Williston.
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Slim Jones
Ward
Goss
Jones
Surpreme
Williston
John Flittie U S Commissioner Seeks Applicant Proof
Homesteaders asked to have their proof completed before the officer to whom the agent sent the application. Report the matter to me and ensure my name is written into the application before signing. John Flittie U S Commissioner.
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John Flittie
U. S
Williston Land Company Seeks Multiple Loan Applications
The Williston Land Company invites interested parties to contact them to discuss a number of choice loan applications available. Call and see them for details and terms.
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Williston Land Company
Local notices and election poll data in Williston
Local items report Supt Ellithorpe and George Wilson returning from Bismarck after IC OF Grand Lodge sessions. A large list documents polling places and inspectors across townships for upcoming voting, with numerous named inspectors and ranges. Also noted are social notices from weddings and insurance advice, plus distant items about eruptions and a race riot context.
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Ellithorpe
George Wilson
Bismarck
I. C. O. F. Grand Lodge
K. C. Tooley
Polling Places and Inspectors Listed by Township
A scanned notice lists polling places across numerous townships with schoolhouses as voting venues. It names several inspectors including J. Sherrick, C. Hoff, N. H. Nelson, D. L. Milby, H. M. Bottom, W. A. McCune, and others, covering ranges 95 to 102 and townships 161 to 168.
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Zahl
P.O. E. Dobatrich
Rane
Archie Jeffrey
C. Murphy
Jwo
Johnson
Manger
P.C
Gudor Loken
F Hankey
Thomas White
Stewart
T. Hebeson
P. O
Rlwright
Chas, Walters
Jacob Dahlen
G Sutton
GE Albright
Moline
H Landis
Uchoothome
Ellis
C W ‘Smith
Schoothouse
Stangeland
Cohoothouse
M. Iverson
Moorman
Rence
Rante
B.C Kethi
B. Biggs
Truax
C. L. Gemberling
Nelson
C. O. Wescott
Hofflund
G. J. Bjorklund
A. Berg
Trenton
C. E. Evans
T. C. Grayling
C. Kirkstad
Williston
Sherrick
C. H. Hoff
N. H. Nelson
D. L. Milby
Stone
H.M. Bottom
W. A. McCune
Enne
Zimmerman
F. J McCullough
W. C. Martin
Stady P
B. Q. Brown
J. W. Brown
A. J. Olson
Geo. Borderson
Rudser
Fargo School of Music Offers Scholarships and Admission
Free scholarships totaling $600 are offered by the Fargo Conservatory of Music. The best equipped musical school in the northwest with a large faculty teaches all branches. Fall term opens Sept 10, 1908. Send for information and catalogue. Contact E. Herdeg Secretary or W. W. George Director Fargo North Dakota.
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Fargo Conservatory of Music
Northwest
E. Herdeg
Fargo School of Music
W. W. George
Fargo
N. Dak
Publication Order in Land Office Protest
On July 28, 1908 the Register GEO W WILSON ordered notice by publication at the United States Land Office in Williston North Dakota after due diligence failed for personal service. The contestant filed a proper affidavit May 15 1908 detailing inability to serve and the attorney for contestee M H Aaen Williston N D is listed with other names in the notice.
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Department of the Interior
United States Land Office
Williston
N. D
Marie Hovdebo
Arthur
B. Stinnett
Willeton
N. C
Geo. W. Wilson
Register
M_H. Aaen
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L. C. Higley
Our County
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N. B. Ludonese Corporation
Williston, N. D
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June Stevens
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