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Williston Graphic

Location

Williston, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1907

Page

2

United States Timber Supply and Looming Famine

The Forest Service circular argues U S timber use far exceeds sustainable growth. It cites per acre gains, aging stands, and shifting ownership while warning of a future scarcity unless harvesting slows and growth increases. Washington leads in current annual cut as private lands dominate remaining forests.

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Long Term Woodlands Policy and National Control

The passage argues for extended time horizons in forestry, noting that long investments deter short sighted business minds. It contends that broader National and State control over woodlands would help keep forests productive for the long run.

Bijou Theatre Sells to Perry and Dunham

Jos. W. Stroud sold the Bijou theatre this week for 2750 dollars to Jos. Perry and R. L. Dunham. Stroud had operated it briefly before deciding to sell. Perry is a ticket agent and Dunham heads the local express office for Great Northern, with both new owners long time residents.

W. Stroud RL. Dunham Jas Perry Jos. W. Stroud Jos. Perry R. L. Dunham Stroud Dunham Perry Great Northern Mr. Dunham

Williston Musical Club Plans Monday Meeting

The Williston Musical Club will meet Monday at Mrs. Brownell’s home. Roll Call Piano Duet, Mrs. E Male Quartet, Piano Solo, Miss Hougen Vocal Duet, and Ladies Quartets by Mrs. Hardaway with Mrs. Grant, Mrs. Siewert, Mrs. Grant, and Miss Lougheed form the program. Hardwood flooring notice promotes Perma-Lac soft pine look. available at Williston Drug Store.

Williston Hardaway Mrs. Grant Siewert Grant Lougheed Perma-Lac Williston Drug Store

Gates Starts Foundation for New Grafton Livery Barn

J D Gates of Grafton began laying a concrete foundation Tuesday for a large livery barn on his new property one block west of the post office. The structure, to be among the city’s best, will place Gates’ horses and rigs on the same line.

J.D. Gates Grafton G. M. Thomas

Farm For Rent Near Williston and Spring Brook

Eleven miles from Williston and three and a half miles southeast of Spring Brook a farm available for rent. Thirty acres were broken last June and 20 acres were eroded before. Inquire at The Greenyard Clothing Store.

Williston Springbrook Greenyard Clothing Store

Home Cooking Sale by Ladies Aid at Grant Co Grocery

The Ladies Aid of the Congregational church will hold a home cooking school Saturday afternoon in the Grant & Co. grocery store. Several of the best cooks in the land belong to this aid and shoppers are urged to buy Sunday eatables at the sale.

Ladies Aid The Congregational Church Grant & Co

Strayed ponies sought in Ray N Dakota with reward

A black pony with white face and four white feet, weight about 750, age six, and a roan pony, age six, weight 800, last seen going west in 99. A. E. Hughes of Ray North Dakota offers a reward for information leading to recovery.

A. E. Hughes Ray N. Dak

Open Shooting Gallery Planned Near McKay Drug Store

Eva Bond and L. J. Boyd announce the opening of a shooting gallery this afternoon on the vacant lot south of the McKay Drug Store. They state the gallery features a modern set of targets designed to provide engaging shooting games for visitors.

Eva Bond L. J. Boyd McKay Drug Store

Wheat Reaches $1 as Panic Grips Board of Trade

Chicago May 14 Wheat hit the dollar mark in wild trading as September and December contracts surged on foreign buying and a speculative craze. July opened 93 to 95 cents, later 96 to 97 cents, while September neared $1 before settling near 99 to 98 cents. Traders fear a world bread shortage with heavy crop losses in the U.S. and Europe and a reduced exporting surplus.

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Williston Seeks Annexation Of West Lawn Land Addition

A 1907 filing from Williston landowners requests annexation of West Lawn Addition lands portioned in Section 23 Township 154 north Range 101 west. Names listed include Williston Land Co and many owners. The notice confirms after publication the lands will join Williston per law. Mayor Jos Wegley and City Auditor D C Page sign.

Williston N. D N.E City of Virgi Wittmeier Bae Pky St. P. m Williston Land Co E. R. Brownson M.J. McLeod Hi. C. DeLavey Jeasie Hill Jos W. Jackson Ethel Young L. B Doctherman M.D John A. Corbett A. Corbett Edgar Corbett Hans Hanson Earnest V. Voulter B.C, Carney J.B. Lyon R. M. Calderwood Mma B. Hill W.F. Roche May Roche J.B. Roche W. H. Roche Alex. R. Rhymer M.S. Philips C. M. Campbell T. R. Blankenship W. B. Overson Clinton &. Downs A. Vieting Winfred Townsend H. C. Blankenship A. L Jos. Wegley D.C. Page

Bids Wanted for Two Story Brick Building Project

John Heffernan seeks bids for a two story brick building with basement. Bids will be opened in May. Plans and specs are at Heffernan's office. Right reserved to reject any or all bids. Each bid must include a certified check for 500 dollars.

John Heffernan Heffernan

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Williston Graphic Guarmrcia John. A. Corbett United States Timber Supply Musical Club Miss Hougen Lexington T. D. Chenault Madison County Berlin First National Bank North Dakota Williams County Mickelson Turtle Lake Mickelson Chemical Co Minot Turtle Lake Drug Co J. R D. J. Creaser Wil Jos, Wegley Luyor Williston, N. D Williams County Bank Link and Sullivan West & Rawson East Broadway Actial Wegley & Dennis Citizna National Bank F. L. Gordon
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