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Newspaper

Williston Graphic

Location

Williston, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1913

Page

4

Halloween Dance Planned at Rudser in Rural Williams County

Rural Williams County notes a Halloween dance set for October 31 at Rudser. Local visits include Jorgen Twete and Martin Twete from Sandlie, Anton and Andrew Cormeilinson in Ambrose, and many farm life updates. A new school house contract in Fertil Valley was let to Fred Baxter, with work starting immediately.

Jorgen Twete Crosby Ford Ambrose Rudser A.B. Luzette Our City Martin Twete Sandlie Anton and Andrew _Cormeilinson Henry DeJardine John Lyman Herman Shultz Howard Lawrence Elk Matt Aalen Sydney Cooper Farfe J. H. Phelps Henry Thompson Bray Matt John Gutter Souris N. D Olaf D. Myhr Fertil Valley Fred Baxter Helen Davis E. Reed Conrad Mont Jacob D. Brackey Study Sumstad Trinity

Scott's Emulsion touted for tuberculosis fight

An ad asserts daily consumption in the United States reaches 350 people and claims timely use of Scott's Emulsion prevents illness. It praises its nourishing effects, blood-building properties, and suitability for tuberculosis camps, noting no alcohol or habit-forming drugs.

United States Scott Scott & Bowne Bloomfield

Local clubs report readings and births in October events

The Larkin Club met with Mrs Will Posey last Friday and twelve members responded to roll calls by reading pickle receipts. A baby boy weighing 11 pounds was born to Mr and Mrs R W Young on Saturday October 18. Helping Hand Club met October 15 with C O Hanna. Mrs Nellie Brokaw read The Easiest Way Out of Cooking Difficulties and the discussion was lively. Mrs J W Brown read The Completion of the Panama Canal, adding valuable history. Guests were Mrs John Durham and Mrs Evert Hanna. The next meeting is October 22 with Mrs M Jeffrey.

Larkin Club Will Posey R. W. Young Evert Hanna M. Jeffrey

Indians request to sing for Custer phonograph records

Ree Indians in North Dakota Historical Society rooms viewed General Custer and requested permission to record a song they had not sung since June 25, 1876. One record was sent to Mrs. Custer in New York. The Indians expressed sadness at seeing their old commander. Special arrangements were made to record the song and a copy sent to Mrs. Custer.

Bismarck N. D General Custer John Butcher Will Dean Snow Bird Red Bear Historical Society Custer

Government could spend $100000000 on arid land reclamation

Secretary Lane outlines a plan to reclaim arid and semi arid lands along the Missouri River with potential for 30 to 60 acre farms. He urges extended payment periods, perhaps 20 years with a four to five year grace, and supports water users associations to obtain cheaper loans. He notes westward optimism on currency legislation and rail links to Alaska while criticizing bureaucratic red tape. He also reports a shift in western business sentiment toward currency bills over tariffs. Interspersed local notices list church services and ladies aid meetings in the area.

Washington Missouri River Secretary Lane Interior Department Lane Prats Congress Con West Northwest Alaska Chicago

Wheat Prices Tumble in Minneapolis Market

Minneapolis market reports a sharp decline in wheat prices with December dipping under 80 cents and May sliding from about 90 cents to 85 cents. Analysts cite Winnipeg receipts, over 1 000 cars daily, as the primary factor, as pit traders note unusual price downfalls unseen in years.

Minneapolis Winnipeg

Big Surprise in Williston Over Simple Buckthorn Remedy

Local residents are amazed by quick results from Adler iki a German remedy mixed with buckthorn bark and glycerine The Williston Drug Co claims a single dose draws off old foul matter from the body relieving sour stomach gas and constipation instantly Adv 18.

Williston Drug Co

Vacation Mentality Meets Street Car Etiquette

A reader questions the comfort and fairness of seating on public transport. The note suggests advertising in the Graphic to address the issue of a overweight passenger occupying a seat and asks whether others stand from preference or necessity.

Meetho Plasters Promote Welcome Relief

An item notes plasters called Meetho offering welcome relief with Selatics and Yard rolls priced at $1.00. It mentions bold display by druggists or mailed receipts, with a request form and sample mailed upon request from Dari & Lawrence Co. New York.

Dari: & Lawrence Co New York Gamples Sc. Steriy

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