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Williston Graphic

Location

Williston, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1913

Page

3

Ray Pioneer News Briefs From Neighboring Towns

The Ray hotel burned Sunday morning about ten o'clock causing about 350 dollars in damage. In Ray the farmers institute elected W. W. Wirts P. W. Carney James Johnson Geo Butler Geo Andrews W. Pos Claude DeVault C. C. Johnson Ray Moore a local light plant engineer has moved to Minot for work. Chas Duffey shipped horses from Chicago to Angie. J O Manger visited on business. A social at Mr and Mrs W Walker on Main Street honored John A Corbett of Williston featuring music cards and a late luncheon with fortune telling games prizes awarded to Mrs W Linwell Miss McFarlin and Mrs Barrington.

Ray Hotel Farmers Institute W. W. Wirts P. W. Carney Jas. Johnson Geo. Butler Geo. Andrews W. Pos Claude DeVault Marshall C. C. Johnson Ray Moore Minot The Electric Company Chas, Duffey Angie Chicago J. O. Manger Manger

Schafer Roundup Notes Local Movements and Accidents

Schafer Roundup reports assistant cashier C N Stenehjem and his brother Styrk visiting Willis ton. L Dorfler saw nine loads of settler goods and stock moving on the Little Missouri. Mail service changes due to ice, and farmers west of town plan to form a farmers club with meetings at Oscar Hagen’s and T G Buchanan’s. Len Wilcox accidentally exploded a cartridge from a 22-caliber gun, injuring his left hand and foot. he is under Dr Morris care and expected to recover soon.

C. N. Stenehjem Styrk Williston L. Dorfler Little Missouri Missouri Berg and Charlson Schafer Oscar Hagen T. G. Buchanan Len Wilcox Tobacco Garden Morris

Tioga Tioga Notes and Local Briefs

Tioga Trimmings reports Mrs. Severn Woll recovering after appendicitis surgery and hospital transfer. Jane Nystrom spent time with friends at Williston, with Miss Wilkinson visiting Tioga from Williston. Cledith Evans returned from McKenzie County trip. river danger lengthened stay. Dr Kreiger tested horses for Canada shipment, all in good health. Anton Haga broke his leg and is housebound. Ira Knox named deputy and leads the White Wagon.

Cledith Evans McKenzie County F. E. Kreiger Williston Canada Anton Haga R. F Ira Knox

Post Office at Maynard to Close April First

The post office department ordered its discontinuation at Maynard effective April 1. Postmaster Grave says he submitted his resignation nine months ago and does not seem concerned. T. E. Charlson traveled to Ray Sunday in response to a message.

Charlson Cullings McKenzie Journal Post-Office Department Maynard Grave T. E. Charlson Ray

Delayed Mail Service as River Crossings Improve

The article notes improved river crossings after a period of risk and cold weather. A request to reroute Charlson mail via Willis ton and Schafer delayed by 24 hours due to missed connections. Restoration of regular service is hoped for soon.

P. G. Johnson Goodall Charlson Williston Schafer Berg- Schafer Stags Berg-Grinnell

Buford Budget Notes and Local Trade Frustrations

The Tribune reports Uncle Bill’s two broken ribs from a runaway driving team but he remains at work. Eastern land seekers and catalog houses flood the area, irritating local merchants who complain of missed bargains. Rev. J. I. Asher from Minot visited Rev. Noble F. Browning and departed for Williston.

J. I. Asher Minot M. E Noble F. Browning Williston

Williston Congregational Church Weekly Services

Morning service at 10:30. Evening service at 7:30. Bible School at 11:45. Y P S C E at 6:30. Seats free for all. Penny drive for a new church ongoing, children collect pennies and coins as part of the fundraiser. Watch for a time change April 6 to 8 o'clock. Travelog lecture John G. Paton Among the Cannibals to be presented.

John G. Paton New Hebrides Congregational Church Sixth Street 5Th Avenue Redfield S. D Williston

Methodist notes on Easter programs and church events

The Ladies Aid shifts to a banquet for the Commercial club at the Library Auditorium tonight. Easter activities include an Easter Sale at the church Saturday, with lunch and a food sale. U P S C E candy sale continues Saturdays, with a Burmah lecture rescheduled for the M E church. Communion is planned for Sunday April 2. Pastor Wickard notes 26 youths professed on Easter and ten adults joined by letter or confession. Travelogue lectures set for April 2 and 9 at local churches. April 17 features The House Next Door play by Mrs. Wickard’s group. Supt. Asher to reschedule mid-April.

Ladies Aid Commercial Club Library Aid Electric Shop Morton D. Wickard U. S Congregational Church New Hebrides Methodist Church Asher

Easter Baptism Weather Postponed Parents Granted Reschedule

Weather prevented parents from bringing children for baptism on Easter day. The opportunity to baptize the children is scheduled for April 2.

Lutheran I. G. Monson to Visit Montana This Week

Pastor Lutheran I. G. Monson will be in Montana most of the week. The church holds services here Sunday morning and Sunday school at 12:45. Ladies Aid meets in the basement with Mrs Hovind as host. Saturday evening the men host a basket social in the basement. Interesting exercises are planned. All are invited.

Lutheran I. G. Monson Montana Ladies Aid

Littl Preachment on Church Membership Standards

A piece by G. M. argues church membership is a divine privilege with strict admission standards. It emphasizes the church as the company of the saved who repented, found forgiveness, and live righteously, citing apostolic references about true believers and walking in truth.

Company of the Saved Christ John Lord G. M

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Ray Pioneer Edwin 8. Shaw Nickles John Borden Methodist Notes Ate Baldwin Grvws Pugno de Pachmann Limerich Paris ST. Louis Baldwin Hamilton Williston. Music Co North ‘Dakota
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