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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
4
John A Corbett editor appeals to county voters to attend the upcoming primaries and support Frank Chapman of Buford along with Fred F Carter and C A Johnson, arguing two other opponents threaten county representation and urging solidarity for Chapman's ticket.
George Spaun and William C. Gibb of White Earth bought the Arlington hotel in Williston from W. N. Adams for 6000 dollars. The new owners plan to enlarge the building by eighty to one hundred feet, promising a fine large hotel. The Williston Land Company arranged the sale.
The first assistant postmaster general announces readjusted salaries for postmasters in North Dakota as part of the nationwide annual salary revision for the presidential class. The notice lists changes by office and level within the state.
The new model Meat Market opened Saturday in a brand new building on south Main street. The firm McDewitt and A. Johanna run the shop, both experienced in the meat market business. They promise the best of service to customers.
Williston travels to Ross next Sunday with band and many fans for a top league showdown. Both teams sit undefeated, tied for first in the Northwest Dakota League, and a Williston win could clinch the title. Great Northern offers 1.80 round trip if 100 bickets sell. supporters urged to notify Williston Land Co to gauge size of delegation.
A heavy wind swept through Williston and nearby areas Wednesday night, arriving around midnight with heavy rain. No major damages were reported apart from several broken trees and minor issues.
Notice to Catholics announces a weeks mission conducted by Rev Father Charles A McLeod at St Josephs church in Williston from Sunday June 17 to Sunday June 24. Newcomers should register with trustees H C Delaney and John Heffer Rey. Jostra Rams Pastor.
A cyclone visited Havre and Fort Assiniboine on Tuesday afternoon causing significant property damage. Several large buildings were destroyed in both towns though reports indicate no lives were lost. Winds reached about 72 miles per hour from a near cloudless sky.
Miss Clara Thompson of Faribault visits her sister Misa Thompson as local arrivals continue. Lofgren Johnson and Anderson visit Minot while C A Peterson from Willow City eyes a new station. A baseball picnic is planned at Hun EY on June 15 with many invited. Misa Clara Gardner returns from the east and a new drug store is planned in the Scriver building. Williame county shows farmer optimism for a strong crop season.
Rev EF Ott filled his appointment on Test Sunday while Rev and Mrs Snow with family dined with Mr and Mrs Albert McAllister. A L Hinman and daughter Faythe called on Geo Simmons with Rev Ott at the Thornton home. Mrs May Simmons, Mrs Thornton and Charlen dined with Mrs J T Perry last shure. A three day rain saturated the earth as W S Martin and party from Mo visited Mondak ent Thursday. Visitors praised the country and claimed W S Martin would take long to beat a better claim. Frances and Hirman Simmons were guests of Mr and Mrs Mangel last Sunday.
Frank C. Chavaan announces his candidacy on the Republican ticket for Representative of the 29th Legislative district. Primaries set for June 19 with call for VORK support.
EOR REPRESENTATIVE announces candidacy on the Republican ticket for the 29th legislative district. He asks voters in Ward, Williams and McKenzie counties for support at the primaries on June 19th.
A series of Republican notices from Williams County announce candidacies for local offices in North Dakota. Included are bids for the 29th legislative district House seats, county auditor, sheriff, coroner, and state attorney, all subject to the June 19 primary. Several candidates pledge to seek fair representation and to serve duties diligently if nominated and elected.
Petitions filed with the auditor list Republican representatives and officials for the 20th district including Frank B. Chapman C A Johnson Fred J Carter Geo J Smith Sheriff L L Lampman D D Davidson Emil Glens treasurer B L Hardaway Auditor E M Atterberry Register of Deeds J F Field Clerk of Court A H Brown States Attorney Van R Brown N A Stewart Otto Atheosen Coroner G M Thomas L B Doch terman County Judge A A Austill A J Butler County Surveyor J C Field Assessor 4th Dist William F Garret Assessor 5th Dist William R Hepner Delegates State Convention W B Oversor A L Kuxuf E H Belyea.
Petar Riniser A F Irwin A Gua tafeon John Warren Z O Freok contend in a party slate. Democratic Sherff Patrick Daberity leads the ticket amid local campaigning and party organization efforts.
The document lists the 1906 North West Dakota League schedule with games from June 17 to July 29 including Williston, Rose, Wheelock, Tioga, White Earth, Berthold, Tagua, Palermo, Ross and changes to venues. It also contains a separate notice about a land contest affidavit for homestead entry No. 2062 requiring public response by August 2, 1906 in Minot North Dakota.
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