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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1917
Page
9
The hour of the Model Sunday School at the County Bible Schools convention is moved to 10 45 with preaching at 9 45 on June 2 and 8. Parents are urged to ensure children attend their Sunday School on June 3 at 10 45. Except for this change, the last week’s program stands.
Local society and business notes from Williston include Mrs. C Converse and Mrs. Koop settling in the Weatherwax property, Mrs. Westberg moving from Spokane, and Omar Casady returning from Watford. E A Palmer seeks school board support, Red Cross aims for 1000 members, and John Hogan enlists in the Williston company. The Williston baseball team gains two wins and a loss, with a 14 to 1 victory over Alexander and a 12 to 7 win over Sidney. Judge Hogan’s son Pictured River Rat receives recognition for Cap Bailey. A McKenzie County elevator accident kills William Strand. The government seizes a new Williston Exchang switchboard.
Local officials face pressure to establish a new corporate board as Uncle Sam takes equipment for war use. Negotiations continue while attempts to resist further changes are noted, though authorities acknowledge the wartime needs may override local control.
Williston churches announce morning worship at 10 30 with Children s Day programs at the Methodist Episcopal Church featuring hymns recitations and group activities. Evening union service at 8 at the Armory plus a Wednesday prayer meeting. Also listings for Missouri Ridge School House Rose Hill and local parish notes with preaching times. Offers include a sale of real estate and items for sale by local residents.
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