European Powers Seek to Prevent Mexican War
Washington reports say European powers press Carranza to avoid breaking with the United States. An American train was prepared to evacuate 600 people from Mexico City to Vera Cruz and efforts by entente allies to curb German influence were noted. Funston and Pershing prepared for border action if Carnza moves south, with troops mobilized and border lines reinforced as both sides await official replies.
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Washington
Carranza
United States
State Department
Rodgers
Mexico City
Vera Cruz
Mexico
Rodgery
Cit
Germany
South
Central America
Pershing
War Department
Carranaz
Funston
Baker
Bell
el Pazo
Trevino
Chihuahua
General Pershing
San Antonio
Tex
General Funston
Daredo
Hanna
Montgomery
J. R. Silliman
Saltillo
Hauna
Laredo
Phillip C. Hanna
Monterey
Ling
Interior
Villaldama
Increased Loans to Farmers Show Growth Under Hanna
Governor Hanna urged stronger rural credit study in a legislative message. Since 1897 farm land loan laws began, loans rose from 999 totaling 1.65 million to 2600 loans totaling 4.19 million. In three Hanna years loans increased 161 percent and funds dispersed to every county, offering low interest to farmers.
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Legislative Assembly
Hanna
Wins Trip Again To New York For Mutual Life Event
Sam Scott again qualifies for the 200000 club with Mutual Life Insurance. He will be among those earning a free trip to New York City for the society meeting on the 27th and 28th of the month. The previous meeting was in San Francisco in August 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Scott
Mutual Life Insurance Company of
New York
New York City
Scott
San Francisco
Mr. Scott
Odd Fellows Visit Ray Lodge Members Show Courtesy
About forty Wil liston I O C F members traveled to Ray on Monday evening for a lodge visit. Ray lodge proved hospitable with a special late night show in the movie house after the meeting, demonstrating lively entertainment for guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ODD Fellows
Ray
Williston
Lumber Shipped for Pontoon Bridge Construction
The pontoon bridge project has secured lumber and hardware. Part of the lumber arrived on the 12th and the Bridge Company plans to start work by July 1 at the latest.
Burdick Favored for Governor by Williston and County
In Williston and Williams County voters show growing support for Asher L. Burdick. Editorials and local endorsements praise his independence and dedication to North Dakota agriculture. The Cavlier County Republican notes his progressive yet conservative stance and predicts a Republican nomination on June 28.
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Williston
Williams County
Asher L. Burdick
North Dakota
Burdick
Wnh
Cavalier County
Minot
N. D
Usher L. Burdick
Burdick Sentiment Sweeps North Dakota For Governor
As primary day nears, Asher L. Burdick gains support across the state. Backed by Porters, businessmen and workers, he campaigns on clean government and safe legislation for the people, appealing to independent voters and opposing factionalism.
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Burdick
Williston
Tie
North Dakota
Buenck
Wople
farmer—Fargo Forum
Looks Good For Governor Hanna To Seek Senate Seat
Governor Hanna appears set to head the Republican ticket for United States Senator as primaries near. Voters across North Dakota review his record in the state legislature, Congress, and as governor noting reduced state debt, low taxes, and laws protecting wild game, budget control, and absent voters.
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L. B. Hanna
United States
Hanna
Congress
North Dakota
Washington
National Capitol
Board of Regents
Hanas
Williston
Williams
McKenzie
Sol
North Siskota
Will Nee More
Large School Apportionment In May For County Schools
The state and county school apportionment for May totaled 23675.28 and is shared among districts by pupil counts. Each pupil receives 5.52 dollars. Williston, with 90 pupils, gets 4912.80. The Nelson district including Ray follows with 1904.45.
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Williston
Nelson
Ray
Hiye
Ray Man Dies Police Chief Elmer Smith
Elmer Smith, chief of Police of Ray, died suddenly last Saturday at about 9 a.m. of heart failure in a Ray hotel. Funeral services were held Monday with interment in Ray cemetery. A longtime state resident since 1902, he previously lived in Russell and was police chief at Minot during the I W W trouble. He leaves four sons.
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Ray
Elmer Smith
Russell
Minot
Imourn
Williston Militia Volunteers Answer Call of the President
Governor Hanna orders National Guard from North Dakota into action. Williston Company E prepares to leave for Fort Lincoln near Bismarck with 150 men, training ahead and possible border duty. Community events include a farewell play and a supper and dance for the departing unit. Captain Evans and officers push recruitment, emphasizing unmarried status. A special wire from Usher L. Burdick extends support and well wishes.
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Hanna
National Guard
Williston
Evans
Fort Lincoln
Bismarck
Company E
Odd Fellows Hall
CO. E
Henry R. Evans
Williston National Guard
Wiliston
N. D
Bankers Meet Closes. Fargo Wins 1917 Convention
The North Dakota bankers annual meeting in Minto ended with J. E. Phelan reelected president of the association and W. C. Meladden of Fargo named secretary. W. H. Hanks became treasurer and W. McClintock of Rugby chaired the council. Fargo was awarded the 1917 convention, with Wahpeton making no formal invitation. Resolutions urged courts to decide bank examiner fees and backing for a workable deposit guaranty law. Addresses highlighted banking education, the American Banking System, and federal bank riding to pay checks after July 17.
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Minot
Stine
Atceta
J. BE. Phelan
Bowman
C. R. Green
Cavalier
Mahbershig
BE. Beissharth Brins
H. W. Garey
Fasuo
G. L. Strodeck
Cogs
W. McClintock
Rugby
Presiden
Fargo
Wahpeton
Grand Forks
State Association
Fargo Taft
L. 8
Crawford
Sentinel Butte
State Board of Regents
McClintock
Geo. E. Allen
Educa
American Institute of Banking
J. E. Phelan
Bowman, N. D
Gray Warren
Minneapolis’ Reserve Funk
Allen
Institute
Phelan
Mev Warren
Federal
Ve Bank
Minneapolis and St. Paul
Grand Parka
Burdick Endorses Scace for Legislature in Williston County
Usher L Burdick endorses A E Scace farmer candidate for the Legislature from Williama County urging Republican support. The letter highlights Scace s farming life education and prior legislative experience. Coyote bounty reports show Williams county agents collecting pelts totaling 120 in one week with bounties of 2 50 each.
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Williams County
Auditors
Afternoon Party at Lukens Farm East of Town
Little Mary Lukens hosted a genteel afternoon gathering at the Lukens farm home. Guests included Jean Brodwick, Berhl Brodwick, Jennette Owens, Laure Trowbridge, Marion Stenehjem, Iola Robinson, and Mary Stice, with outdoor frolics and a five o clock luncheon.
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Mary Lukens
Lukens Farm
Jean and
Berhl Brodwick
Jennette Owens
Laure Trowbridge
Marion Stenehjem
Iola. Robinson
Mary Stice
Car of Thanks From Rongstad Family
We thank all who kindly aided us during our great sorrow at the loss of our husband and father. Mrs. H. O. Rongstad and Children.
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H. O. Rongstad
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Burdick Frazier
Yaver
Privat Barnfather
R. R
Bradley
Charnholm
Walter
Cellier
Craven
Evang
C. B. Evans
Wes Francis
Field
Steve
Grover
Leslie
Harvey
P.S
Holland
Hardaway
L. M
Jaynes
Jackson
Cecil
Kopping
H. K
Kingston
Leo
Monson
Shanks
L. Evans
W. Birook
Arthur E. Gardner Rawley
M- Gi Chambers
W. J. Carpentier
W. Gin Mike
Carpentier
Phil
Alexander
Tease
Bailis
L. A. Din Christies
Warner
Shue
J. Mu Holloway
K. Bvatts
Elfrey
Jeffrey
W. W
Nme
Ge Gs Metaper
H Wannagat
Otto Wilkinson
Geo. Theisen
J. L. Jeffrey
Lester Woonhidge
W. M. Halverson
He Anderson
E. C. Craven
B. Erickson
Carl Halverson
Ey Cook
Wiring
Mingt
Owman
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