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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1908
Page
8
Malcolm Mackay announces his candidacy for sheriff of Williams County for the ensuing term. He seeks the approval of Republican voters at the primary election to be held on Wednesday June 24 1908.
Announcement seeks Ole A Thorson as a candidate for Sheriff of Willliams County for the ensuing term. It notes the primary election date as Wednesday June 24th, 108, and is addressed to Republican voters of the county.
A Republican candidate for Williams County Sheriff announces his bid subject to the June 24 primary election. He addresses voters and declares his campaign aims and qualifications.
We the voters of Williams County announce to Republican electors that I am a candidate for Sheriff, subject to the voters at the June 24 1908 primaries. If elected I shall perform duties without fear or favor on this platform. I earnestly solicit your votes and support. BB Olson
Williston North Dakota March 12 1908 a candidate announces for the Republican nomination for Williams County sheriff and asks Republican electors to vote at the June 24 primary in Williston.
Cornelius S Nelson states J A McCann will seek the Democratic nomination for Sheriff in upcoming primaries and announces his own candidacy on the Republican ticket. Voters will decide at the June 24, 2008 primary.
Voters in Williams district face a verdict on the Republican primary to be held on Tune 24. Clark notes the contest centers on a single candidate, with party voters weighing the best fit for their local representation.
Republican voters are informed that the incumbent County Judge of Williams County seeks another term. He states he has served one term, aims to continue in office, and will perform duties as he sees fit if re elected in the June 24 primary.
To the voters of Williams county I announce myself Tam T Pe as a candidate for the republican nomination for treasurer of Williams county subject to the will of the voters at the primary election to be held June 24 If nominated and elected I promise to personally conduct the business of the office Soliciting your support Your Respectfully Tam T Pe
To the voters of Williams County, I announce my candidacy for the office of Register of Deeds, subject to the voters at the primary on June 24. I respectfully solicit your support.
The message announces candidacies for the offices of Register of Deeds and Clerk of Court. B J Hardaway seeks support for the Register position and A H Brown announces for Clerk of the District Court, both subject to voters at the June 24, 1908 primary or main elections in Williams County.
Perey B. Crewe announces candidacy for nomination as Clerk of the District Court of Willican voters at the primary election to be held June 24, 1908.
Sam L. O. Higley announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for Williams County Register of Deeds. The primary is set for June LL, and Higley earnestly solicits voter support from the Williams County electorate.
S Chivlson declares candidacy for County Treasurer on the Republican ticket after long consideration. Van R Brown announces as candidate for State's Attorney of Williams County North Dakota for the coming primary election, subject to Republican voters.
A. D. McGill announces his bid for Williams county auditor subject to Republican primaries on June Mth. He has owned land in the county for six years and pledges capable efficient service if elected. Angie North Dakota.
Morten H. Aaen declares his Republican candidacy for Williams County Register of Deeds in North Dakota. The primary election is set for June 21, 1908, and Aaen appeals to voters for official approval.
A candidate declares intent to run for County Commissioner in the fourth district of Williams County. The notice cites Republican voters approving at the primaries on June 24 and lists Borstad Rimetenill and Xo D as associated names.
Avd Civenti of Wraebington announces candidacy for the popullican nomination in North Dakota's congressional race. He cites service in the House, durability amid age challenges, and asks voters to endorse his record and support at the May primary.
A Tama candidate for the Republican nomination asks voters for support before the primaries on the second day of the month. The message favors repeal of the Gani on lumber and a general revision of tariff schedules and endorses national grain inspection.
A letter from Ly Bo HANSA resident of Ste North Dakota for 26 years asserts knowledge of local needs and a pledge to serve all people and regions if nominated and elected noting best efforts for the state. The missive emphasizes general policies advocated by President Rooser felt and commitment to public interests.
Chereby announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for Williams County States Attorney in the upcoming primary on June 24. Brannan signs off respectfully as H W Brannan.
A letter from candidate AJl Knack addresses Republican voters in Williams County urging support in the June 24 primaries for the nomination as States Attorney on the Republican ticket.
A nomination bid by Wilmer Eckert of Higley North Dakota for the position of commissioner in the 4th district. The candidate states support rests with voters at the June 24 1808 primaries. Eckert seeks to advance through party caucus and primary to the general election.
Republican Tam and Always seek support from voters for the June 4 1908 Pruners election. They praise Roosevelt era principles and favor Hansbrough for U S Senate. Candidate W S Overson of Williston North Dakota pledges to advance residents’ interests and uphold party platform.
A Republican candidate announces candidacy for the State Senate from the 1st district comprising Williams and McKenzie counties. Primary election to be held June 24, 1908, subject to voters' approval. PF B. Chapman.
KM Atterberry announces candidacy for the Republican nomination to seek reelection as Williams County Auditor. Support from friends is requested and appreciated.
The candidate George Hanson of Study North Dakota declares his bid for the Williams County sheriff nomination. The voters will decide at the primary on June 24. The notice mentions Williston Land Company inviting inquiries and discussing farm loans as money grows scarce.
A Williams County Republican announces candidacy for the North Dakota House of Representatives from the forty first district. He seeks votes at the June primary and pledges to act for Williams County’s best interests if elected.
Gro. P. Hommes announces candidacy for representative from the 41st legislative district of North Dakota. He asks Republican voters to support him at the June 1908 general primary, pledging to serve the district and state.
A Republican candidate for the North Dakota House of Representatives from the 41st district announces their run. The note cites residence in the district for fourteen years and prior service as McKenney County sheriff. The candidate seeks the Republican primary on June 24, 190%. Another entry shows a 41st district hopeful threading a similar path with a 24th date reference and Williston as a locality.
J Olson, Republican candidate, addresses voters urging support for the state auditor race. He notes service as Cass county auditor from 1897 to 1903, pledges to move to Bismarck and personally oversee the office, promising honest administration and attention to public welfare.
Public filing notices from Williston North Dakota include Daniel W Scoville claiming final commutation proof for Homestead entry 20243 with witnesses RB Milne Ole Rusedahl Margaret Milne and John Brown, to be sworn June 22 1908 before US commissioner John Flittie. Levin Bohne of Hisley and Margaret Milne of Williston also file final commutation proofs with witnesses Max Koehler Frank Nagner Otto Endrasheid John Honeke, all in Williston ND, dates in June 1908.
United States Land Office at Williston announces a contest by Abraham Abood against Homestead Entry No 35707 filed October 4 1905 alleging abandonment and lack of cultivation residence and improvements. Hearing set for June 13 1908 at 10 am before the Register and Receiver. publication ordered where personal service is not feasible. Atty for plaintiff BC Williston ND.
April 11 1908 contest affidavit by S D Pomeroy against entry 98065 for section 7 township 162 range 101 shows abandoned homestead land for over six months and no improvements. John M Jones of Williston ND files final commutation proof for land in Williams County before Judge AL Butler June 1908. Witnesses EB Wegley Jno Suchla Gust Ahlquist Al Wageman all of Williston ND.
Alfred Pape of Williston North Dakota filed notice of intention to make final commutation proof to establish his claim to land described as the wit swig see M two 155 rg 10 and awl aw lord twp ibd re 101 prim meridian before the Register and Receiver of the U S land office at Williston North Dakota on the 17th day of duty 101. Witnesses named EG Rue Thos Seaman Van Bernard Wm Bernard all of Williston North Dakota Edwin A Palmer attorney for claimants
Edith A Hulsey of Williston North Dakota has filed notice of intention to make five year proof regarding her home claim described as Nos 131. The claim is valued around £0 and will be heard before A L Butler, County Judge of Williams County on June 28 in Williston North Dakota. Witnesses listed include JL Smith, WO Olla Doe and Gromntka. GEO W Wilson is the registrar.
Spurmeon D Stews of Williston North Dakota filed notice of intention to make final commutation proof to establish a homestead entry for the northeast quarter of section two in township 182 north range 102 west fifth principal meridian. The hearing before A L Butler County Judge Williams County North Dakota will be at Williston on the 29th day of June 1908. Witnesses named are Dick Vance of Williston North Dakota, N B Schuler of Stroud North Dakota, Willis Major of Wilber North Dakota, and Alfred Robinson of Wilber North Dakota.
George U Johnson of Banks has filed notice of intention to make final five year proof to establish his claim to land described in home stead entry No. 19621 for NW 4 NW Sec 28 and NE 1/4 NW 1/4 Sec 22, two 158n refineries, meridian five. Witnesses named: Frank Banks, Neif John Fontaine, John Harmon, Elmer Harmon, all of Banks. GEO. W. WILLgon, Register. Proceed before the Register at Williston, North Dakota on June.
A contest affidavit filed by Abrahan G Forzley challenges Carl Wege over tract 3806 balance. The contest alleges Wege wholly abandoned the land, failed to reside or cultivate as required by law, with six months of unit defaults continuing.
Johannes C Hanson filed a contest affidavit on January 1 1908 alleging Jess Reynoldson has abandoned the land and changed residence, with no improvements on the lot and absence exceeding six months not due to military service.
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