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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1903
Page
4
In Battins N D on March 6, William Rogs was executed for the murder of Thomas Walsh. He walked to the scaffold with Father Turcott, forgave enemies, and proclaimed Carl Hanson guilty of LeMay’s killing. Rosa’s body lay in view as the rope did its work and the remains were to be buried locally.
Mrs. W. Watkins of Pirgeant City Ohio credits Dr Kings New Discovery for Pneumonia relief and a terrifling cough ending in a healthy recovery. The Willixton Opera House hosts Harry Ward Stella in a major Friday night appearance with a large touring company and a grand parade. Seats at Bruesger Mercantile Co. priced 25 50 1.00.
Dissolution notice states the co partnership Boyd Bros composed of Samuel Boyd and David Boyd dissolves by consent. Samuel Boyd takes over the business and all liabilities, with all accounts due payable to him. Dated Williston North Dakota March 1908. Also mentions merchandise for ladies from Bruenger Met Co with items attractively displayed and marketed.
The Magnificent Minstrels, led by Harry Ward, tour the continent with the renowned burnt cork artists. They perform next Friday night March 13 at Williston Opera House, with tickets at 25 50 and 75 cents. Mirth and musical acts promise strong audience appeal, per local promotion.
The piece promotes De Witt’s Balge as an effective cure for piles eczema burns and skin diseases though counterfeits have risen. Local notes mention Mrs. Jim Sanders arrival in Ross County residents Dan Link Burford Exell Gilling the reservoir and job changes at the gasage engine.
A jagged advertisement extols Electric Bitters as a cure for liver and kidney disorders and nervous complaints amid riot mentions. It notes Copeland and Overson dissolving partnership with the Graphic property returning to Copeland alone.
A contest by Inda Eggleston challenges William McCann s homestead entry made June 20 1902 for the News Section 2h Township 150 Range 8 alleging six months absence and failure to cultivate the land. Claimants must appear with evidence at 10 a.m. April 30 1908. The notice is published as required.
Annie Settler files notice of Samane fsl prescuption claim in Dickinson North Dakota with Jas G Saunders at his office. George M Frye listed for six percent nel with sec details 6 and 149, rng 98. Names listed to prove continuous residence and cultivation include Wilson Ricwey Mia J L Cognolly Oakdale and Be ilson L Ricwey. Sanborn Register.
Notice to creditors and all persons with claims against the estate of Arthur J. Garey deceased of Hartland Williams County North Dakota. All claims must be presented with proper documentation within four months after first publication to Henry A Carey administrator at Mottland North Dakota.
Notice states FRANK HYLAND plans commutation proof for H E 1267 in section 24 township 154 April 1 1908. Proof to be made before district court clerk at Williston. Claim concerns continuous residence and cultivation of the land.
The next regular teachers examination will be held at the Courthouse in Williston North Carolina on March 19 and 20. Applicants must bring pens ink blotters and paper and must file with the county superintendent on the third Thursday and Friday of March for a diploma.
Frank DuMars, contestant, files affidavit against Joseph J. Connor entry 617 dated October 11, 1900 for section 35 township 158 range 6. Allegations claim abandonment and lack of improvement or residence, fraud or speculation, and nonservice due to war service. Notice requires appearance and a hearing at Minot on a date to be set, with publication due to lack of personal service.
Department of the Interior notices contest by William DuMars against Fred Schilling regarding homestead entry 6166 made October 11 1900 for section 35 township 158 range. Allegations include abandonment for over six months and lack of improvement or residence. Hearing set for April 6 1906 before notary W T Smith at Kenmare with final lien details.
Administrator of the estate of Sohm H. Basson directs sale by auction on March 27, 1903 at 10 a.m. at the Creek residence, Williams County. Items include horses, cattle, farm equipment, house furnishings, tools, and firearms. Conducted under court order with proceeds to the estate. Stewart, attorney.
United States Land Office Minot North Dakota announces that Edwin E Chase of Elk River Minnesota filed sworn statement No 82 for timber land lots 3 4 and lot 8 section 32 township 152 range 100 and lot 8 of section 32 township 155 range % will offer proof April 190% to show land is more valuable for timber or stone than agriculture witnesses include John Bloom R W Stroud John S Gurney M B Bryant and others adverse claimants should file claims by April 1 before Register R C Sampozen
United States Land Office in Minot North Dakota announces a notice of publication under the 1878 Timber and Stone Act. Robert W Stroud of Williston North Dakota filed a sworn statement for the purchase of section 9 township 153 range 9 and related parcels. The notice invites adverse claimants to identify any claims.
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