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Williston Graphic

Location

Williston, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1907

Page

3

Oriental Limited Wrecked and Burned Near Palermo

The Great Northern Oriental Limited eastbound wrecked about three miles west of Palermo at 4:30 Saturday. The train burned except the engine and mail car. no fatalities, fifteen injured including a woman and children. Cause reported as a broken rail. engine in charge of James Longevan. Passengers and relief trains responded from Minot and here. injuries ranged from head and facial burns to internal injuries and fractures.

Great’ Northern Oriental Limited Palermo James Longevan Minot E. H J. H. Belyea Hagan van Dyke Vic Chaffee The Land Office George Newton George W. Jones Gustafson Chaffee Williston Hugh Nolan C. M. Jackson St. Paul Daniel Davis C. J. Stull Seattle William Johnson Saskatoon Richard Anderson Michigan William Nelson Tennessee Thomas Armstrong Green Bay Wis Oda Knutson Hope N. C Brakeman Denea

North Dakota Assessment Reform Aimed at True Value

State Auditor A. L. Holmes outlines how town and county boards should correct omissions and revalue property to the true and full value. He warns unequal township equalization causes injustice and expects statewide listing reforms within one to two years.

North Dakota State Board of Equalization County Board of Equalization A. L. Holmes

Odd Fellows Busy With Corner Stone Ceremony and Canton

Williston Odd Fellows prepare for two major events this month. On Wednesday at 3 30 pm the corner stone of the new hall will be laid with speeches by Guy Devine of Minor Judge Goss and others. Music by the Williston Concert band and the Apollo club. On Saturday the 29th the Canton will be instituted with N J Shields of Bismarck as mustering officer. The boys plan an excellent program. A local property owner has his house painted with Brailley and Vrooman Paint. Williston Drug Co. carries BL and W Paint in full stock.

Williston Odd Fellows Odd Fellows Lodge New Hall Guy, Devine Minor Judge Goss Apollo Club Canton N. J. Shields Bismarck Bboys Brailley & Vrooman Williston Drug Co

Canton Members Called To Meeting In Palmer Office

Notices sent to Canton members for a meeting Monday evening in Attorney Palmers office to discuss arrangements for the institution of the Canton. All members are requested to be present.

Fire in Willow City destroys sixteen buildings in $115000 loss

A blaze in Willow City’s business district, driven by southwest winds, destroyed sixteen shops near Miller and Erb meat markets. Bottineau aid arrived to prevent total ruin. most buildings will be rebuilt. Insurance covers about half the loss.

Willow City Miller and Erb Bottineau

Leave of Absence Bill for Homesteaders مطرح

Fargo New Jersey June 14 1907 Hon John Flittie Williston ND Replying to yours of the 6th confirms the Senate passed the annual leave of absence bill for homesteaders covering December January February and March but the House did not act. The letter argues such a law would reduce residence disputes by letting winter absences occur without losing title and suggests dates November 1 to April 15 aligning with Canadian homestead practice.

Senate House H.C. Hansbrough Major Lacey Committee On Public Lands House of Representatives Iowa Daniel Webster Canada

Public figure denies political column accusations

Dr E J Hace disputes statements by Drs Belyea and Dochterman about a Nelson case saying the reports are false and malicious. He demands evidence and calls for the doctors to publish theirs. Also Mr Gregerson signs a denial denying remarks attributed to him in the Graphic and Herald.

Graphic and Herald Drs. Belyea Dochterman Nelson Lama Tam E. J. Hace Gregerson

Correspondence from Rose Valley Seeks Social Ties and Visits

Mrs Mary Taylor and her daughter visited Union School House area after a pleasant week with Mrs Snow. Reverend Snow filled ministerial duties while tending his farm. Neighbors shared gatherings with music and a serenade at Thornton s home. A singing class formed at the school house and numerous meals and visits occurred among local families. A hail event neared storm strength but caused no damage here.

Mary Taylor Union School S. 5

Two girls wanted at St Louis Candy Kitchen

Two girls wanted at the St Louis Candy Kitchen with good pay. Also notes mention Arthur LeSueur a top Minot attorney in district court, J P Payzant visiting and taking a job with the Graphic, and insurance and furniture finishes advertised by local firms. Mentions of local residents Higley Timmerman Corbett and Prof Heyward visiting an institute.

St. Louis Goat Bay Chas Pemroy Dr. Hagan Wm. Loughland Ernest Nelson Hollland St Louis Arthur LeSueur Minots District Court J.P. Piyzant Ray Prof. Heyward Langdon

Buford Buoyed by Ferry Plans and New Openings

Buford townsite case involvement by attorney H B Doughty and Fisk Greenleaf with J K Dwyer as special agent on land office business. Local trip to locate river landing for a side wheeler ferry costing about 4000 dollars to draw 12 inches. J Rustad general store to have grand opening next Saturday June 22. W R Mumby expanding print and post office business with Bainville Montana venture. Deputy sheriff Corbett pursuing rustlers up north. Grand openings announced for Buford new firms. information via Buford Commercial Club.

B. Chapman F. A. Jones A. F. Noble OG. J. Sawyer Rive Bainville Montana Corbett Buford

Zion Lutheran Church Services at Court House Schedule

Zion Lutheran Church will hold regular services at the Court House on the first and third Sunday each month at 11 a.m. in Scandinavian and at 8 p.m. in English. Sunday school meets at the Congregational church on the first Sunday at 1:30 p.m. The Zion Church Literary Society meets every other Thursday evening at the Congregational Church. Strangers are welcome. Pastor M. L. Holey.

Court House Lutheran Congregational Church Zion Church Literary Society M. L. Holey

Christian Endeavor Mottoes and Pledges Encouraged

The passage reflects Christian Endeavor beliefs emphasizing humility prayer service and self reliance. It notes Belle Monroe as the last Sunday’s efficient leader and Robt Bell as the next, urging members and strangers to attend.

Mr. Moody Belle Monroe Rob’t. Bell C. E

Small blaze in cafe halts coffee service

A fire erupted in a cafe when the gasoline tank under the coffee tank ignited this morning. Fire alarm was sent in but several buckets of water quickly extinguished the blaze. No further firefighting actions were needed.

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