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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1897
Page
4
Nebraska inventor unveils a hollow decoy cow to conceal two hunters inside. The device uses a collapsible frame and canvas skin to mimic a cow. Hunters discharge at birds and game through side windows and a dropping front head mechanism. The invention aims to lure wildlife by appearing peaceful while enabling ambush.
A Ballarat Victoria mine claims the title of world’s richest with Band Barton and Albion workings yielding 150 million in gold since opening thirty years ago. The vein extends across regions, offering centuries of supply despite low ore grades, and miners work in air-filled shafts to avoid dangers. A separate incident recalls Mrs Ernest Ulrich of Hazleton, aged 20, saved after a hole collapse aged 30 feet deep left her in muck for hours, surviving by will and prayer.
Government experts assign a 22 million dollar valuation to the Wallace art treasures bequeathed to England by Lady Wallace. The state plans to keep the collection at Hertford House, which is to be acquired for the nation.
The tax list for 1807 was received November 1, 1807 and taxes for the year are due with payable. Delinquent notices and amounts assessed for general and specific purposes are listed. Commissioners schedule readings and deadlines, with locations and days noted for the dues collection in the county.
Notice is hereby given that the firm Meckerste & Co has dissolved by mutual consent. All debts owing to or by the firm will be paid and settlement completed by the remaining partner. J Mackerstie, Williston, is listed as a contact for settlement and notices.
The Land Office announces a sale process for buildings and outbuildings at Fort Buford in North Dakota. Proposals will seek removal or preservation of barracks quarters and other structures. bids will be opened on a specified date with highest bidder awarded the property.
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