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Newspaper

Williston Graphic

Location

Williston, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1910

Page

5

Professor Shepperd Delivers Washington Mission On Farm Costs

Prof J H Shepperd of the North Dakota Agricultural College has been summoned to Washington by Senator Lodge to report on changes in farm methods and costs over the past decade. He notes higher production costs offset by higher product prices, cites government data showing grain yields down one fifth due to one crop systems, and warns wheat production costs in Minnesota reach 12 to 13 dollars per acre with low current prices.

Senate Shepperd Minnesota

Star Theatre to Feature Rigards and Busch Trio

This week at the Star Theatre the Rigards present a funny Military sketch Co. K on Thursday Friday Saturday evenings and Saturday afternoon. Next week the Johnny Busch trio brings singing talking and gymnastic novelties including Lauder impressions. Also advertised are photography services and framing from a local studio opposite the Star Theatre.

The Star Johnny Busch Harry Lauder Star Theatre Pasonault St. Paul Minneapolis Duluth St. Louis

Williston Triumphs in Season Opener Against Culbertson

Williston defeated Culbertson 9 to 3 in a sunlit season opener at the local ground. Crowds exceeding five hundred witnessed a lively romp with Cutting homering and McAllister blasting two three-base hits including a bases loaded drive. Sleete hurled for Culbertson with limited support as Williston’s battery of Lakie and McAllister held firm.

Williston Culbertson McAllister McaAllister Sleete Lakie Slette McCormick

Death of Keyes Baby Brings Community Grief

Baby Ralph Keyes two years old, son of Mr and Mrs William Keyes, died yesterday from spasms and lung congestion. The loss is a heavy blow to the family and the community extends heartfelt sympathy.

Ralph Keyes Wm Keyes

Williston High Declamation Contest Winners Named

The Williston High School declamation contest was held last Friday evening in the city. Rose Garrity and Norris McKay won first place. Elsie Hagen and Robert Mansfield finished second. Judges were Revs Bloom Hollett and Smith. Winners advance to the state contest next week.

Williston Genevieve Allen Florence McWilliams Nellie Larson Elsie Hagen Ida Fulton Rose Garrity Robert Mansfield Ernest Francis Norris McKay Revs. Bloom Hollett Smith

Johnson Baby Called Home

Two year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Morris Johnson of seven miles west of the city died yesterday. Funeral services to be held today. The community extends sympathy in their great bereavement.

Morris Johnson

Auto Livery Opens in City by G E Yonker

Harvey resident G E Yonker launches an auto livery offering trips anywhere using a Ford car. Those seeking service should call 67.

G. E. Yonker Harvey

Hail Insurance Ad Prompt from Farmers Mutual Hail

An insurance ad quotes H V Smith urging immediate hail insurance enrollment. The Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Co. promotes no interest cost for early or delayed coverage, and references a local agent.

H. V. Smith Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Co

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Golden Rule Furniture Store Star Theatre Attractions Keyes Johnson Baby New England Cafe Montana Chicago San Francisco the Savings Loan & Trust Company Rawson Block Geo. E. Youmans Williston Office
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