28 May 1908
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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
1
The Williston High school annual commencement program is planned for Friday evening at Gates Opera House starting at 8 30. A large crowd is expected as an excellent program is prepared. The listing of the evening’s program follows.
The Williston band serenaded John Bruegger at his North Main Street home on the 21st anniversary of his city business career. About thirty-five guests attended a joyous gathering. Bruegger, band president, has provided a practice room and financial support, and the band gave him a solid gold K P watch charm as thanks.
Democrats in Minot file for county offices and seek to have petitions received without filing fees. Judge Goss ruled the fee law unconstitutional, ordering the county auditor to accept petitions. Most candidates paid the fee under protest. all collected fees will be refunded.
Farmers and implement dealers hail recent rains as timely and beneficial with crop conditions improving greatly. Reports say rain was widespread and heavier in many areas, raising expectations for a bumper harvest this fall. Dealers anticipate a surge in demand for farming equipment as the season progresses.
The article notes strong wheat prospects boosting city orders and activity. Wheat stands are good, three inches high in some sections, with a clean, even stands typical for the season. Traveling salesmen report widespread positive conditions across the state.
Howard R. Lampman announces his withdrawal from the nomination for sheriff. He credits supporters and lessons learned in human nature, saying the effort has been repaid by friendships formed with the new population of Williams County.
The filing deadline passed Monday with many candidates listed for county and legislative offices. Key races include State Senator candidates from Republicans and Democrats, county officers such as Auditor Treasurer Register of Deeds States Attorney Clerk of Court County Judge Superintendent of Schools and various district positions with both Republican and Democratic nominees named. Local contenders include candidates for Assessor Coroner Constable and Commissioner across districts.
On June 1 Boston Store opens in a new store next to the Williston Land Co formerly Green gard Bros. We invite our patrons and promise to better serve you than ever before.
W B Overson of this city announced as candidate for State Senator from the district after a business leaders meeting favored his entry. Overson, longtime Williston resident, is backed by McKenzie and Williston counties supporters and will mount a strong nomination bid. Williston Lodge AOUW No 37 reports a lively meeting and initiates several new members with others to be added at a special session next Wednesday. Ernest J Moore DGM will discuss insurance forms for the order at the hotel and a reception with refreshments will follow.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that employees on a sixty day leave who remain on the rolls may be given transportation passes. The decision affects nationwide railroad workers and their families. The commission also said the hours of service law applies to electric transit companies in interstate business.
A hole was cut in a front window of G. M. Hedderick & Co last Thursday night as would be robbers tried to enter. They fled when night policeman Thomas Henneghan arrived before they could gain access, ending the attempted burglary.
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