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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1913
Page
1
Guidelines on road crown and drainage to keep water off the traveled way. Proper slope toward side ditches prevents pooling and road softening. Driveways and open ditches help water runoff, while blocked pipes obstruct drainage and cause damage.
The Mitchell Moose driven by Frank Zirbes toured from Minneapolis toward Montana for the Glid-Veen expedition. Official pathfinder J. Forman noted 20 mph average as the group logged notes for next month. They faced quicksand east of here and four horses pulled the buggy out.
The Mankato Free Press notes Attorney Jean A. Flittle has earned a fine reputation as a flower gardener. He tends two backyards with diverse flowers and spectacular rose bushes, described as among the prettiest in the city. He is the brother of the late John Flittie, who had lived here, and he remained several days to visit during illness and death.
The old city council approved a revised electric light and power schedule after an investigation by Harry A. Storrs. The plan lowers costs for many customers and introduces a tiered metered rate, monthly charges, and motor capacity surcharges. Street lights and city uses have specific rates, while reconnecting meters carries a $1.00 fee.
The June term of Williams County District Court convened Monday with Judge Fisk presiding. Sixteen criminal and sixty two civil cases are on the calendar. Many civil cases may be carried over or disposed of this term while all criminal cases will be addressed.
The Graphic corrects an error about sheriff deputies serving juror papers. Under the new law jury summons may be served by registered mail, first used this term. The change aims to reduce expenses for counties statewide annually.
A dairy expert urges increasing high quality cows to raise cream output. He notes demand outpacing supply and warns many dairymen misjudge cows without records. He stresses milk production ties to conformation and careful study for profitable production.
Arthur Weeks an employee of the reclamation service drowned in reservoir No 8 near the power house Monday evening. His body was recovered Tuesday after partial drainage. Coroner and doctor attended. Weeks aged about 20, details about his home or relatives unknown. He bathed with a companion after a hot day. cramps likely caused the drowning as the companion’s rescue attempt nearly pulled him under. The reservoir stores irrigation water.
Clarence Johnson 23 was crushed when a box car on a barge deck broke free after hitting a sand bar on the Missouri river. He lost both legs above the knees and was operated on by Dr Van Dyke in Williston hospital. Johnson had just joined Guthrie & Company and hailed from Mount Vernon Illinois.
Excitement in Glendive as oil well drillers strike gas at Reedaville. Reported gas audible a mile away, drilling paused briefly for safety, then resumed. Opinion splits on commercial viability with forecasts of piping gas to Glendive before year end and plans for five more rigs in six weeks.
The Red Fellows Lodge is weighing a plan to erect a lodge home in Williston with a projected cost of 50 000 to 100 000. A local I O F committee will study site options and incentives to attract the project. The home would serve aged members and may include a school and other city benefits. Williston’s lodge is strong and local support is sought to secure the location and funding.
The Crescent theatre by Messrs Lyons and Blonde reports growing crowds and top features. This Friday and Saturday show the three reel 101 film A House Divided. Monday and Tuesday offer the Great Northern three part masterpiece The Black Chancellor. The management will not raise admission prices and aims to give Williston the best in cinema.
A rambling report describes a western windstorm that turned a well, inverted a cellar, shifted a township line, spilled whiskey, damaged a mortgage on a farm, and toppled fences. It also altered the day of the week and knocked the wind out of a politician.
Peter Olson, a life-term inmate at the North Dakota state prison, with warden F O Hellstrom's support, developed a two part safety rail the tread of hard high carbon steel and a reinforcing back bar of low carbon steel. Tests to be conducted in Gary Indiana with Soo Railroad involvement may revolutionize rail manufacturing and reduce wrecks.
Hon W G casuerwoou of Minneapolis will address the morning service at the Congregational church Sunday at 10 30. Bible School follows at 11 45 then P S E at 7 evening service a union service at the Methodist church All are invited.
Married couple William Byrne Darke of Williston and Celia Frances O'Brien of Alexander were married by Rev. Shaw at the Congregational Parsonage on Wednesday noon. Only witnesses were the bride’s sisters. They departed on No. 2 for Calgary, Alberta to begin their life together.
An insurance ad urges readers to secure hail coverage now. It cites E R Brownson at Graphic Block Suits 3 and 4 with a contact phone 17 for policy details and booking.
The local militia company is preparing for the annual encampment at Devils Lake from July 10 to 20. Staff officers met at Bismarck to finalize arrangements and expect a highly successful event. Capt. Sarles of Hillsboro resigns as quartermaster. Lieut. L. D. Lewin may be appointed by General Berg. Williston Electric Company bids low for wiring Fairview town lant and awarded court house contract at Stanley.
Readers recall a permanent feature at Hogan's offering a Special Club breakfast saved from five to ten each morning. The note highlights the routine as a lasting morning draw and a familiar fixture in the establishment.
At Monday’s city commissioners meeting, the resignations of C. C. Mackenroth superintendent of Water and Light and H. R. Evans city engineer were read. Both resignations take effect July 1 and were not formally accepted.
United States Senator A. J. Grona has received word from Gen. W. H. Bixby about allotting funds for Missouri River improvements and related issues. The letter notes possible work near Williston to prevent a threatened cut-off and mentions a river survey, railroad bridge plans, revetment progress, and overall balancing of navigational and regional interests.
Randolphs Orchestra Comique delivers a unique lively show with guaranteed fun. Audiences laugh in their sleep and wake with sore sides from the performance. Carroll 0 Waukesha Wis ad reads contact for latest notes and tickets.
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