Williston platform urges reform and public works changes
J. W. Jackson accepts the nomination and invites Williston voters to adopt a reform platform on April 8. The plan calls for a nonpartisan mayoral cabinet, tax system study, a water filtration project, dust control from streets, tightened law enforcement, municipal ownership of utilities, and a commission form of government with extensive city improvements to be funded by careful budgeting.
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Williston
Exis
Pearis
United Williston Platform ticket names mayor and aldermen
The United Williston Platform announces candidates for mayor and aldermen. Mayor is J. W. Jackson. First Ward alderman two years Pete McIntire. Second Ward alderman C. D. Milley. Third Ward alderman Martin Borsheim.
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United
Williston Platform
Pete McIntire
C. D. Milley
Martin Borsheim
Austin Johanna
George Buhler
Bubler
United Williston Platform Committee
Newlywed couple honored with city welcome parade
John C. Jackson and his bride returned late last week to the city where friends hosted a warm reception. The Lucky Six gave them a six o clock dinner followed by a city tour in an open mule drawn carriage adorned with The Newly Weds banners. The couple later returned to their hotel amid noisy celebrations and confetti.
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John C. Jackson
Elevator Fire Destroys Stanley Wisconsin Elevator
Stanley North Dakota March 22 The St Anthony and Dakota elevator in Stanley a large double house with 60000 capacity was completely destroyed by fire yesterday The structure held about 6000 bushels of cheat and small amounts of other seed grains all lost Fire still burns but is under control and no danger to nearby areas emerges
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Stanley, N. D
St. Anthony and Dakota
Stanley
Newell Opens Shop at Bruegger Auto Mart East Broadway
J C Newell formerly of the Brownell partnership has moved his electrical shop to the Bruegger Auto Mart on East Broadway. He plans a new line of fixtures and supplies and invites local business.
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J.C. Newell
S. Brownell
Bruegger Auto Mart
East Broadway
Taft-Gasser Conversations Spur Arbitration Steps
In Paris on March 21 discussions between President Taft and French ambassador M Gasser aim to outline an unofficial path to a general peace treaty with France. The talks seek a framework akin to U S and Canada treaty proposals, serving as preparation for formal accord.
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Paris
France
Taft
M. Gasserand
Washington
United States
Canada
J W Jackson Emerges As Unified Williston Mayoral Candidate
About seventy residents urged J W Jackson to stand for mayor on the United Williston platform. He agreed to run after committees failed to unite on a single candidate. Jackson pledged to follow the platform if elected and to avoid a heated campaign.
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Williston
J. W. Jackson
Jackson
Williston Mayoral Candidate J W Jackson Platform Pledges
The Williston nominee J W Jackson declares candidacy for mayor under the United Williston Platform. He pledges to follow the platform and to govern by the wishes of the people, ensuring fair treatment regardless of nationality or belief. He supports street paving, dust reduction trials, extended water sprinkling beyond Main Street, and strict enforcement of all laws.
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United
Flax Screenings Cause Stock Deaths and Libel Conviction
A report from Muddy area farmers notes six cattle deaths after flax screenings fed to stock. John Silker and others report losses and sickness. In Kenmare, E C Tolley was convicted of criminal libel over statements about Ambrose Olson, with sentencing range one to five years or a $1000 fine or both. Tickets for a church ordination are available from Mrs. W C Rawson.
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Kenmare
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Ward
John Silker
Herman Carlson
Herb Addyman
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E. C. Tolley
Supreme Court
Ambrose Olson
Tolley
Olson
Prettiest Girl You Ever Met Art Panel Giveaway
The Farmers' Review of Chicago Illinois offers a large 74 by 36 inch decorative art panel and calendar printed in thirteen colors with gold to readers. Send 10 stamps of silver to cover postage and packing before supply runs out. Evening service at United Lutheran church basement Sunday at 8 o clock.
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Farmers’ Review
Chicago
Ill
The
United
Lutheran Church
City health notice on yard cleanup requirements
Notice mandates prompt removal of garbage from yards and alleys to prevent health issues. If residents fail to comply as thawing allows, city authorities will clean the property and tax the cost. By order of the board of health, Dr L B Dochterman city health officer.
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Board of Health
L. B. Dochterman
Easter Sale and Supper by Methodist Ladies Aid
The Ladies Aid society of the Methodist church will host an Easter sale and supper in the church basement on Thursday afternoon and evening April 20. Proceeds will support church activities and local missions.
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Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church
School Board Hires Superintendent and Teachers
The school board met last Tuesday to hire a new superintendent and teachers for the city schools. George F. Forster was selected as superintendent, coming from the Harvey schools. All other positions were filled with the existing teachers retained for all filled roles.
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George F. Forster
Harvey
Steady Court Session Draws To Close In District Court
Judge Burr sits in for Judge Fisk this week as two criminal cases remain. Tony Winkle pleaded guilty to forgery and received a ten year minimum sentence. John Bader was found guilty, while W F Lukenbill and Gnff Ward admitted guilt for liquor sales. Chas Herman was acquitted of resisting an officer. John J Brown was found guilty of pigging. Tony Riff was found not guilty due to lack of witnesses. A mandamus case against auditors’ fee is under advisement. A hat display opens at Miss Taylors Millinery on March 29.
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Chas. Herman
John J. Brown
Whealock
Tony Riff
Ray
Burr
Chambers
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