Places and People of Howard North Dakota
Howard North Dakota June 17 N Bar Bute two miles west of Howard is a landmark once tied to a cattleman and his N brand. Pioneer J Egge owns land nearby with a large barn planned. Neighbors include C J Simmons Albert Fisher Frank Larson and John O Roste. A new 29 by 26 foot schoolhouse rises with stone foundation. Wild Rose farm owned by Geo W Boyer features a well kept home and music by his local orchestra. A seven acre nursery east of Howard owned by Dan J Nero boasts thirty tree varieties. P A White reports.
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Howard, N. D
N. Bar Bute
Howard
J. Egge
Bute
Mr. Egge
C. J. Simmons
Albert Fisher
Frank Larson
John O. Roste
Geo. W. Boyer
Mr. Boyer
Dan J. Nero
Two New School Directors Chosen in Willis ton District
Mrs. S. M. Hydle and E. B. Link were elected to the Willis ton Special School District Board of Education on Tuesday. Hydle won by 10 votes over LeRoy Smith. Link ran unopposed. Hydle 204 votes, Smith 194, total 398. Link swept all ballots. President C. C. Mackenroth did not seek re election.
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S. M. Hydle
E. B. Link
Board of Education
Williston
LeRoy Smith
Theew
C. C. Mackenroth
Mackenroth
Hydle
Stroud Seen Likely Winner For McKenzie County Seat
Commissioner R W Stroud seeks McKenzie County First District seat and appears headed for victory from present indications. Stroud a Nameless resident is among the area’s oldest settlers and would be a first class man for the role.
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R. W. Stroud
McKenzie County
Mr. Stroud
Nameless
Fourth of July Celebration Planned in Garden Valley
Garden Valley residents through the Literary society chose Hedderich ranch as the Fourth of July venue. Committees were named and a sizable fund subscribed to ensure attendees enjoy a pleasant, well organized event with anticipated entertainment and a large crowd.
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Garden Valley
Literary Society
Hedderich Ranch
Sudden Death of Mrs W B Scace Near Williston
The community mourns Mrs. W B Scace wife of pioneer W B Scace who died at home six miles southwest of Williston from heart trouble. Born March 8 1851 in Harrisburg Pa she lived in Illinois Town and Chicago before moving to Williston in 1902. Funeral held June 22 at her home with Rev Frank S Holl et t officiating and Masons in procession. Condolences extended to her husband and three of six children S B Scace Rupert Idaho A E Scace and Mrs M C Webb Williston.
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W. B. Scaze
Williston
W.b.scace
Harrisburg
Illinois
Chicago
Scace
S. B. Scace
Rupert
Idaho
A. E. Scace
M. C. Webb
Mortgage loan invitation from E R Brownson in Williston
E R Brownson invites inquiries about first and second mortgage loans. Visit Rooms 3 and 4, Graphic Block, Williston, North Dakota to get information and become acquainted.
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E.R. Brownson
Graphic
Williston
N. D
Characteristic Snapshot of Mr Roosevelt Aboard Kaiserine
A vivid portrait captures Theodore Roosevelt during a sea voyage aboard the Kaiserine Auguste Victoria. The image highlights Roosevelt’s robust demeanor, formal attire, and commanding presence as he engages with naval officers and dignitaries. The setting conveys imperial prestige and American leadership in an era of global diplomacy.
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MR. Roosevelt
Kaiserin Auguste Victoria
False statements made in order to defeat Aaen
The Graphic backs Morten Aaen for County Auditor arguing he would run the office efficiently and honestly. It defends Aaen against claims of incompetence by presenting affidavits and expert opinion asserting the city records examinations were limited and failed to reveal past discrepancies.
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Aaen
Morten Aaen
Asen
Kenmare
Allen
Williston
Poe
Richard Peyton
Payton
Vater
Anen
Mr. Anen
Audit dispute over Williston city books in 1908 campaign
The affidavit by Morten M. Allen of Williston claims opposing campaign statements question his audit of Williston city books during Wegley mayoral term. He says only partial auditing occurred July 1908 to July 1 1908 and that Mayor Wegley directed limited scope. He states no complete audit was performed nor remuneration received and that the City Auditor Poe never required full examination.
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Morten M. Allen
Williston
N. D
Williams County
North Dakota
Joseph Wegley
Affiant
Wegley
Poe
Mosten H. Aan
H. K. Hawkins
Bonetrails Fourth of July Celebration Planned
Bonetrail prepares a full day of events with 20 guns at sunrise noted speakers and an all day dance. Races sports two big ball games and a grand fireworks display cap the festivities.
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Bonetraill
Buford Trenton and Williston Irrigation Projects Summary
Reclamation report details June progress on Buford Trenton Project 88 percent complete and Williston Project 64 percent. Buford May field work halted though pumping barge launched for intake station. Williston canal system repaired ready for water delivery. coal mining resumed May 16. pumping barge launched connected to intake pipes and main canal primed May 23.
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N. D
Buford-Trenton
Buford
Williston
Teachers Institute Opens With About Eighty Five Attendees
County Superintendent Mrs. Tatem opens the session at the city high school praising attendance and punctuality. Professors and instructors introduce the week’s plan focusing on teaching methods and the social aspects of the institute.
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Tatem
E. C. Schmidt
State University
Madison Normal School
Saunderson
Schmidt
Montrose Fourth Celebrated With Big Events and Speech
Montrose hosts a July Fourth celebration funded by business leaders with over a thousand dollars to spend on amusements. Ex Governor Devine will speak, a brass band plays, a bowery dance, and multiple races plus a large ball game and fireworks. The pavilion has a 50 by 75 foot floor to accommodate crowds from Williams county and beyond.
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Montrose
Devine
Williams County
Williston
N D
Wheelock Booming With New Church and Schoolhouse
Wheelock shows rapid growth with a $1,500 church and a $3,500 schoolhouse among recent improvements. The town is described as thriving, backed by active community leaders and citizens driving progress.
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Wheelock
Farmers Will Get Terminal Elevator for Casselton Area
John M. Anderson of Casselton says the Society of Equity will secure a terminal elevator, with about 42 000 of 50 000 raised. He expects the remainder to be raised before or at the society meeting during the Good Roads convention in Fargo on June 24.
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John M. Anderson
Casselton
Society of Equity
Anderson
Good Roads
Fargo
Burke and Renville counties move toward reorganization
The Burke and Renville county middle is nearing completion with plans to form two new counties despite Kenmare’s opposition. Ward county auditor Larson orders primary ballots. Green, a village eight months old near the center, is favored as the new county seat as farmers support it.
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Burke and
Renville
Kenmare
Larson
Ward County
Green
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W. B. Scace
City
Atterberry
O. K
State OF North Dakota
Williams
Roosevelt
Town OF Montrose
Burke and Renville Counties
E. EK
Brownson
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