Williston publishers discuss costs and reading audience
John N. Page lauds Williston weekly papers for quality and voice, noting typical costs and the economics of production. He explains that each subscriber reaches about five readers, estimates mailing and printing expenses, and outlines advertising rates at about 15 cents per inch for a 2000 circulation paper, with buyers benefiting from roughly 5 cents per inch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John N. Page
Pierce County Tribune
Williston
Minnesota State Editorial Association
Weekly Bulletin of Farm Lands for Sale and Trade
A. J. Stafe lists land and property for sale or trade across North Dakota and Minnesota. Items include 160 acres near Cartwright McKenzie County with half section payment terms, a Williston quarter trade for a car, several quarters with water and buildings, a St James hotel trade option, and multiple farm tracts with price offers from $1,500 to $4,000 plus irrigation land and a creamery.
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Cartwright
McKenzie Co
Community Growth Debate: Embrace Modern Facilities
The exchange argues rural towns should rival cities by offering social benefits educational facilities and financial opportunities to attract and retain population and trade. It cautions staying behind the times would diminish standing in business and professional life.
Mothers Club President Warns Against Gossip
Mrs. William J. Logue of the Lower Town Mothers Club in St. Paul told a Minnesota State Federation of Women's Clubs gathering that eliminating gossip would strengthen clubs. She urged clubs to focus on self improvement to become better mothers rather than petty chatter and tea parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Logue
Mother's Club
St. Paul
Minnesota State Federation of Women’s Clubs
County editors clash with mail order houses over local merchants
In a spirited clash, county editors rail against mail order printing firms while defending country merchants, raising questions about who protects local press interests in a world of distant catalogs.
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Antelope Advocate
Lutherans in Williston Hold English and Norwegian Services
In Williston a Norwegian service begins at 10:30 am with Sunday school at 3 pm. An English service is at 8 with Sunday school at 2 pm at Ploom Creek Church. A Norwegian service follows at 3 pm led by A. E. Dis rastor.
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Haug! Lutheran Church
Williston
Ploom Creek
Newslets on the Wing Bizarre town fire and local notes
Fire wrecks most of Malta's business district as Chasley sustains a $20000 loss. First State Bank of Malta doubles capital from 25000 to 50000 with locals holding 475 of 500 shares. A Lawton court dismisses forgery charges against H E Wood. Bill Hayfield, famed horse thief, is shot dead resisting arrest in Malta. Controversy and editors quarrel over Palermo Stanley feud. A Benedict farmer vanishes after a one week leave to plow. North Dakota Corn and Clover convention directors meet at the association office on mid winter fair.
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First State Bank of
Malta
William Hayfield
Bill Hayfield
Montana
Benedict
North Dakota
Theii
Association
Consolidation of Middaugh and Hunt Firm Announced
An agricultural formal announcement states the consolidation of the Middaugh and Hunt law firms at Devils Lake. Former partner Burke and Middaugh with Cuthbert formed the earlier firm. Nearby, Leo Bruguier, jailed for grand larceny and stabbing charges, broke jail but was recaptured. Earl Paul, a transient and check artist, is sought by the Hamlet bank. C J Roswell, despondent, attempted to kill himself with Lysol at Des Lacs and was detained for sanity inquiry. A four baggage car special train with a Pullman and diner traveled east on the Northern Pacific ahead of No 4.
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Middaugh & Hunt
Devils Lake
Midd
F. T. Cuthbert
Burke, Middaugh & Cuthbert
Leo Bruguier
Ani
McIntosh
Bruguier Jynes
Earl Paul
Paul
State Bank of
Hamlet
Alcoh
C. J. Roswell
Des Lacs
Minot
North Dakota
N. P
Erickson
Devils’ Lake
Earl J. Paul
Wildrose
Crosby
Auction Sale Postponed Near Williston
Unfavorable weather delays an auction sale set for October 9 miles west of Williston. Livestock includes nine horses, multiple cattle and hogs, plus extensive farm machinery and household items. Sale now to start at 10 o clock with lunch at noon. Terms cash for under $1000, credit on paid bankable paper over $10.00.
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Ae Sa
C. A
Williston
Mutui Telephone Company
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Official
A. J. Stafe
West Williston
St. James
Minn
Park
Millis
Evans
Kittelaen
Rudser
S. E
Shanks
Walker
F Portage
Wis
Will
York
Searles Creamery
Seares
A. J. Stafne
Rawson Blég
Willistes
N. Dak
Alexander
N. D
Chasley
Ists
H. E. Wood
Lawton
Wood
Freeman
Nettleton
J.D. Wolpert
John Deere
Lindsey Ley
Frank Lune
Cums
J. D. Brown
Shorts
L. C. Wingate
N. W. Fuel Co
Williston, N.D
Warwick
Charles Butkus
Butkus
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