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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
4
The Williston Graphic announces publication details with editor and publisher John A. Corbett holding the role. The post office designation indicates periodical status though the text shows irregular punctuation and spacing.
Official city paper notes former Williston resident E. B. Olson runs as a republican candidate for Williams county sheriff. Olson previously served as deputy sheriff under Sheriff Basvarstad, known for effective arrests and prompt paper service. He now works in farm implement business while meeting local voters.
Reports from across the county indicate L O Higley of Higley P O will win a large majority for the nomination as Register of Deeds. Higley is described as personable and active, with system accuracy energy and promptness seen as key for the office. Voters urged to mark opposite his name to secure the right man for the job.
The Sears Roebuck era reference notes Van R Brown actively pursuing the nomination for States Attorney at upcoming primaries. It accuses Brown of circulating unfounded reports about opponent Harold W Braatelein and running large county newspaper ads, claiming ethical breaches and a reliance on patent medicine style promotion.
Williston residents hold Decoration Day Saturday at 11 AM in memory of fallen heroes. Services led by Rev Hollett and the Eeley Sisters, with a cemetery grave decoration by a special committee. Also notices paint brushes for sale at cost from Williston Drug Co.
The Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States is now represented by A. A. Houge of this city. It is the largest life insurer worldwide with a history of high dividends and a surplus over 74 million dollars. It urges young men to consider a policy before the opportunity ends, noting the duty to protect a future family.
The 4th District WCTU of North Dakota held its annual Portal convention on May 22 with delegates from Portal Minot Williston Kenmare and Sherwood. Officers elected included Mrs Laura Johnson Portal as president and Mrs C W Connor Minot as vice president. A Silver Medal contest featured seven young participants and the gathering closed with Mrs Silbaughs address and hospitable Portal receptions.
On June 1 the Boston Store will operate in a new store beside Williston Land Co previously Green gard Bros. We invite patrons and promise improved service and faster checkout than ever before.
Miss Lora Fulden died last Saturday at Minot in the Scandinavian hotel. A county resident she owned a fine farm north of Williston. She left here about three months ago. FOR SALE Registered Duroc Jersey pigs of both sexes for sale. J. S. Ellison Williston North Dakota. Write or call at Sec 29 Twp 156 Range 100.
Memorial Sunday services at the M E Church invite all. At 10 30 a m the pastor will deliver a Memorial address titled Honorable Scars. At 8 p m several short Memorial addresses by leading citizens honor veterans who gave their lives for liberty. Special music by Williston musicians. Front seats reserved for old soldiers. come early.
The B. and T. club gathered with Mrs H H LaDue on Wednesday afternoon with many present. Speakers covered Yellowstone park Washington DC Niagara Falls and Mammoth Cave. Federation matters were discussed and refreshments served before adjournment to meet Mrs Miller in two weeks. The 63 club held its final regular meeting at the Mackenroth home with prize wins by Hugh Nolan and Mrs George Grogan and consolation prizes for S McAvoy and Mrs George Bruegger. Mrs A A Bradley won the season prize. George M Frye and W L Richards visited Willis ton Tuesday as guests of Fred Hildreth and family to discuss an Indiana reservation contract for 1250 horses, then departed for McKenzie county.
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