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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1914
Page
9
An announcement declares candidacy for the Republican nomination for State Representative in Williams and McKenna Counties. It states intent to serve the district and state if nominated and elected, with the primary scheduled for June 1914.
A damaged OCR note outlines Williams County ballot items for the Republican ticket. The author claims familiarity with coroner duties and a goal to qualify for a second term, referencing terms and district designations in a terse political notice.
A hareby announces candidacy for the renomination of the Republican ticket from the emination district, subject to the will of the voters at the primary election in June.
A candidate announces intent to run for re election as county auditor on the Republican ticket. The notice states the candidate is M. H. AAEN and references the upcoming election date.
Carl Livdahl announces his Republican candidacy for Williams County Treasurer North Dakota, subject to the primary election on June 24, 1914.
A fragmented OCR note references Bee Register of Deeds running on the Republican ticket. It mentions campaign linkage and election context but lacks full details on the race or candidates.
A sworn notice from A L Butler announces candidacy for County Judge in Kamst County North Dakota as a Republican. The filing is dated June 2nd, 1914, with official seal and publication in the county notice.
A letter from C. A. M. Spencer of Williston announcing his decision to run for States Attorney on the Republican ticket in the June primary. He states he will serve Williams County to the best of his ability if nominated and elected.
William G Owens of Williston North Dakota announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for State's Attorney of William County at the June primaries.
G Tweeten of Tioga ND seeks the Republican nomination for Williams County Register of Deeds at the June primary election.
B. L. Hardaway announces his candidacy for Williams County clerk of deeds as a Republican. He seeks party primary support at the June Republican primary, urging voters to nominate him for the office.
John L. Jarstad announces his candidacy for sheriff of Williams County on the Republican ticket in the upcoming primary election on June 24, 1914.
A. H. Brown announces intention to seek Republican nomination for Clerk of District Court Williams County North Dakota for a second term at the June 24, 1914 primaries. J. G. Seibert endorses or advances the issue.
The Town Board of Winner township invites sealed bids for the deposit of township funds with daily and monthly interest. Bids will be opened Tuesday May 19 1914. The board may reject any or all bids. A Larson Township Clerk Marmon North Dakota.
A series of Q and A items covers starting engines by turning the fly wheel, souring cream for churning, registering scrub stallions in North Dakota, feeding alfalfa hay to hogs, and identifying common weed seeds in grass seed. Responses name R M Dolve Professor Martin B H Critchfield B J Thompson and Professor Bolley with practical farming guidance.
The North Dakota demonstration farms studied eight years of wheat production by actual farmers using their own machinery. Costs ranged from 7.03 to 9.08 per acre, averaging 8.93, including labor, depreciation, manure, and interest. Increasing yield via crop rotation and livestock integration could boost per-acre net returns, with potential gains of six to ten more bushels per acre.
North Dakota Experiment Station discusses when nurse crops help alfalfa and when they invite weeds. It recommends using barley as a hay-only nurse crop on weedy grounds and stresses crop rotation, clean cultivation, and varied crops to suppress Russian thistle and other weeds while boosting yields.
Moisture harms dirt roads while sun exposure helps dry surfaces. Remove wind obstructions and cut trees to expose road surface for hours daily. Shade aids macadam, but not dirt roads. Broad Bow notes stress proper cow care over size in breeding. A sow’s appearance signals potential. keep good breeders who perform well.
Fungus known as damping off damages young plants started in early beds cold frames and hotbeds.
Article argues roughages such as silage hay and fodder boost farm profits when fed to productive stock. It compares feeding value to grain prices, notes hay clover alfalfa corn fodder and ensilage improve returns, and advises balanced stock and grain acreage for North Dakota farmers.
Community ethic emphasized as neighbors aid farmers by providing a good road for travel and improved access. Local emphasis on mutual aid and rural improvements reflects civic spirit and practical support for agricultural interests.
Readable guidance notes that celery grows well in mellow garden soils where water and manure are freely used. The text emphasizes soil quality and ample moisture for healthy celery production.
North Dakota State Fair management announces a major stock judging contest at the Fargo exposition on July 20. Three contestants per county team must be under 25 and not previously to college livestock programs. scholarships worth 50 to 125 dollars await top scorers plus cash prizes of 18 10 and 8 dollars for breed and overall standings.
Secretary Nash of the North Dakota State Fair in Fargo guides contestants in Better Farming counties to report to the organization experts and apply through him. He offers advice to help youths gain knowledge on horses cattle sheep and hogs for the contests.
Fargo officials announce major acts for the North Dakota State Fair with the F. M. Barnes Company and International Theater Company supplying top class entertainment. The Imperial Pekinese Company and Tasmanian Van Miemans headline a varied slate including four concert bands. The World at Home show costs 100000 and uses 25 transport cars, employing over 400 people with a 30 piece band, and a weekly payroll of 8500.
Women visitors at the North Dakota State Fair in Fargo in July 2025 will find suitable rest rooms in the Women's Building. A broad veranda and private rooms with modern conveniences provide easy chairs for seating, where visitors can see the sights hear the music and catch a brief respite from the excitement of the fair’s activities.
In the Rural Awakening discussion, Kenyon L. Butterfield argues the core goal is building prosperous, morally sound rural neighborhoods. He splits focus into improving farm practice, better marketing, and a thriving common life with education as the key, citing European yields, labor costs, and the need for modern roads, sanitation, and recreation to sustain American ideals.
Political advertisement endorses Geo B Sweezey for school superintendent. The spot notes a 51 21p reference and urges voters to support his candidacy for the school system.
Mortgagee Henry Gratchen seeks sale of Northwest Quarter Section 14 Township 158 Range 100 Willams County North Dakota to satisfy $485.44 plus foreclosure costs. Property at front door of Williston Court House on July 6 1914 at 2 PM. attorneys Osivor L Burdick and John J Murphy listed.
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