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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1916
Page
3
Louise Briar, a trusted yet gentle force on the Moonstone ranch, wins admiration from cowhands as Collie, the skilled young rider, grows into a quiet, steadfast suitor. Tensions simmer over Overland Red and rumors spark a wary foreman’s watch as the duo’s bond deepens amid the rugged canyon setting.
Notice reveals the partnership between O H Svare and T O Svare doing business as Svare Bros at Gladys North Dakota is dissolved. O H Svare will carry on the business, assume all debts, and all accounts should be paid to him. Creditors urged to present claims for settlement and customers invited to continue patronage. Dated October 25. Farmers attention notices of coal yard at 429 Mains urged inquiries and coal readiness.
Industrial prize winners are listed for the October and November County Con test events. Winners include W Arton Dillon Trenton and Alvin Bjorklund Nelson Ray in the State Aero-Yield Corn Contest, Marie Marcoux Tioga in State Sewing, and multiple Garden Valley and Rocky Ridge students in county contests. First prize includes a free trip to the Boys' and Girls' Institute at Faribault. A bronze and later two-leaf pins acknowledge achievements. many participants receive recognition. West Bank schools report successful Pleasant Dale entertainment raising 76.20 for a Victrola, with consolidation talks in late November.
Our Fathers Read by a .u at a Williams county institute banquet for school officers and teachers in Williston October 31 and November 1. The author for this poem is not identified. The piece praises the legacy of forebears, urging sons to follow the ancient call and uphold honor, toil, and faith. Included are school notes from Trenton and Buford, with student achievements, PTA meeting reports, and teacher assignments.
We the teachers and school officers adopt resolutions thanking the Commercial Club of Williston the Williston schools and all citizens for cooperation and aid in making the meeting a success. Gratitude to the women for opening homes and to Mr Crane and assistants and Miss Peterson for efforts. Thanks to Congregational church for building use and to Williston ladies and the Commercial Club for the banquet. The two day joint session is beneficial and should continue. Encouragement of medical inspection and increased rural school aid. Endorsement of the playground movement and Play Day. R. P. Groves Bertha A. Seltz Ruth Haman Elsie L. Geo. H. Hilti
Delia Berene and Hozel Onkx report corn planting on May 25, 1916, with soil in good condition. Plowed four inches deep, harrowed, two weeks to first appearance, hoed several times through August, corn 44 1 2 inches tall at tasseling with eight ears per stalk. First killing frost on September 13. details include stalks with one or two ears each and ears measuring 10 to 12 inches.
A historical field log records disced and harrowed planting of 144 hills of forth Western seed corn starting May 18. Plant emergence delayed by cold weather with plants appearing May 29 to June 1. Repeated harrowing and hoeing through June and July, weekly weed whacking. Frost on September 12. Stalks reached six feet with ears about two feet from ground and one to two ears per stalk. Overall a poor corn season.
The next regular teachers examination will be held November 9 and 10, 1916, at the Court House in Williaton. The program lists Thursday morning and afternoon sessions covering Reading Rules, Preliminary Reading, Pedagogy, Physiology and Hygiene, History, Geography, Grammar, Grade Certificates, and Friday afternoon Psychology with optional subjects. Superintendent of Schools indicates examinations start promptly at 8:30 A.M.
Ben Anderson visited Williston on Saturday while Mrs Frank Steele headed to St Louis Monday morning. Mrs Benneth of Ada Minnesota stayed with her daughter. The Prevo family moved into the Mumby house Tuesday. Anton Larson visited the Shatswell home. Ralph and Eugene Miller appeared on the nick list Sunday. John Bridgewater and family moved to Charles Saunders farm Friday. Dr and Mrs MacManus of Williston called on friends Sunday. The spelling bee and box social drew praise. Ladies Aid to be hosted by Mrs Smithwick Saturday afternoon. Mr and Mrs C J Morken and Mrs A E Twichel visited the Steele Ranch Sunday. Warren Holloway delivers mail on the new rural route. Community song fest planned at Congregational church Friday evening. Buford youths attended the masquerade at Har dscrabble. Prizes were won by Shirley, Fred McNarry and Glen Houston. stockholders met at Haardscrabble Hall Saturday evening.
The report notes a recent meeting with Mrs. Kratzer and a well attended prey fair sale despite weather. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Will Landis and Mr. Ray Kratzer hosted guests. Lee Stutsman and family moved onto the Tattle place from Ray, North Dakota. Charley Freeman left Kratzer's to dig coal for pastime.
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