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Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16
TREATMENT GIVES
ALFALFA VALUE
GOVERNOR HOARD GAVE INTER.
ESTING TALK ON TREAT"
MENT OF ALFALFA

When the Williston Farmers ex-
cursion was visiting Wisconsin Gov
ernor Hoard gave one Of the most
interesting talks heard during the
trip and his talk was on alfalfa. We
have endeavored to get his address
in full but have been unable to do so.
However the important part OF it fol-
lows and will possibly explain to our
alfalfa growers why their alfalfa at
times seems to lack the feeding quail
ties for which it 10 famous:
Gov. Hoard said, in part:
have very bad throat and cannot
say but few words, but I am very
glad to see you. This farm is an evo-
luton. bought it sixteen years ago.
NY foreman was the last tenant on it.
It had been in the hands of tenants
for 25 or 80 years. It was badly run
down. The soil is clay loan, very
deep. I instituted another system of
farming. My foreman says today
that there is not field on the farm
that won't produce three to four
times what it would when he had it.
That field of corn right there was
plowed last fall, twelve inches deep.
It took four horses, but I found an
other farm down here. For seventy
years the plows had been packing that
down about six inches below the sur
face-running over it, and thus pack
: ing it down. cut down through it,
mixed it up, and the neighbors here
laughted at me. Hoard, they said,
YOU won't get crop. You can look
at the field and Judge for yourselves.
We sow from thirty to seventy
acres of alfalfa, and all the hay is
matured under caps. I learned, and
my neighbors are also learning that
drying hay is not curing it. It is of
lust as much interest to put this hay
9 in the barn in the very best shape
possible as it would be so much bran
to use for food. If I should drop On
your farm ten loads Of bran, you far
mers would work like the devil, every
one of you, to get it up in good shape,
and save it, but when the same feed
ing value in alfalfa lies before you,
you take no pains in securing it. 1t
won't do. Alfalfa is cured, not dried.
You lose large part of it's value #
you do not cure it under cap. 1t re-
quires four to six days to cure it un-
der cap. Every forty-eight hours
two men 60 with forks and stick in
the hay cocks, pull it towards them
on fresh ground and 60 on. They
will handle twenty acres day. This
keeps it from smothering the plants
under the cocks. When it goes thru
its first sweat in large quantities,
that sweat is what burns barns, starts
spontaneous ignition, where it is put
in the barn after being simply dried,
but where it goes through this first
Continued On pags y
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BICKFORD CASE
AIRED AGAIN
BISMARCK AUTHORITIES CLAIM
PARDON NOT EFFECTIVE AS
HE NEVER WAS IN JAIL

Bismarck, N. D., July 13.-Well
versed legal authorities at Bismarck
contend that in spite of the complete
pardon granted him by the state
board of pardons at the semi annual
meeting held last month, G. L. Bick-
ford, former state treasurer, found
guilty over two years ago of embez-
element, will yet be committed to the
penitentiary. It is claimed that the
pardon cannot operate unless Bick-
ford is really confined to prison ac-
cording to the sentence he received
from the trial court.
On a change of venue Bickford was
tried in Mclean county, and after the
jury returned q verdict Of guilty Dis
trict Judge Crawford imposed SEN
tence of from one to three years in
state prison and also . fine Of $1,000.
After the case had reached the su-
preme court through several different
routes the higher court finally dis
missed the fine, but it sustained the
lower court as to the prison sentence.
A few days after the final decision
of the supreme court the pardon
board met and upon . petition grant
ed Bickford full pardon. The par
don was issued before there had been
any chance to commit him to prison,
and with the issuance Of the pardon
the matter seems to have been drop
ped till within the last few days.
It now appears that the clerk Of
court of Mclean county never issued
the commitment papers after the
sentence had been modified, even
though it was his regular duty un-
der the law to have done so. The
sheriff of Mclean county will no
doubt place Bickford in the peniten-
tiary Immediately after the issuance
of the commitment, which is manda-
tory. AS the case was started in
Burleigh county, the officials of this
county are investigating the status
of the matter, and it is likely that the
commitment will be demanded forth
with.
AS the pardon is directed only to the
warden of the penitentiary authorities
hold that it can be of no benefit to
Bickford till after he is placed in pri-
son.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16
STORM AND FIRE
VISITS KENMARE
TERRIFIC STORM AND BIG FIRE
CAUSES A $4,000 LOSS-WORST
IN HISTORY OF CITY

Kenmare, N. D., July 1.-THE
worst storm and the iercest fire In
the history of the city visited Ken
'sas Stuck yis'bs'yi by = bolt of lightning, the
plant Of the Frontier Milling Co., the
second largest mill in Ward county
and the chief industry in Kenmare,
burned to the ground with . loss Of
over $4,000.
The fire was total loss. No one
was injured or killed, but many Of the
fire fighters narrowly escaped death
from falling timbers. A great crowd
witnessed the fire, which was very
spectacular.
Eight thousand bushels of grain and
two carloads Of flour were wiped out
by the flames.
The local fire department, assisted
by many willing citizens, fought the
fire all night, but to no avail.
A terrific wind was blowing, accom-.
parts, and the flames were famed into
trical disturbance ever known in these
parts, and tn eflames were famed into
q fury.
The elements and the great start Of
the fire made it practically impossible
for the fire fighters to get the blaze
under control. Most Of their efforts
were spent in trying to prevent the
spread Of the flames.
For hours they combatted the haMes
and now the great plant is a mass of
smoldering ruins.
The fact that the mill was one OF
the chief industries Of Kenmare, en-
ploying many men, is being keenly
felt in the city. Many are out of work
and the traffic in flour and grain here
is at standstill.
The terrific storm wind and electri-
cal storm lasted for about an hour and
a half. Very little rain fell, but light
ming and thunder ragged as never be-
fore.
All the electric lights in the eastern
section of the city were knocked out
of commission, telephone and tele-
graph lines were impeded and rail-
road traffic greatly hampered.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16
NEW ATTORNEY

Attorney Joseph Cleary of Langdon
arrived in the city few days ago ac-
companied by his family and they will
make their home in this city in the fu-
ture. Mr.. Clearv was here several
months ago and liked Williston so that
he decided it was a good place to live
and practice law. They are making
their home in the Hildreth flats.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16
FARMERS CLUB MEET

The Williston Township Farmers
club will meet Saturday afternoon,
July 18th with Mr.. and Mrs. Frank
Davis, 2O9 1st ave. West. This will
enable the farmers to do their Satur-
day trading in town and also at
tend the club meeting in the after
noon, hear a good program and enjoy
the usual. good lunch which the Will
liston township ladies are noted for.
A full attendance is desired.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16
WILLISTON BOYS
NOW IN MEXICO
r. T. BLANKENsHIP WRITES LET.
TER ABOUT MEXICO AND
NAVY LIFE

u. s. 3. west virginia, IuayHas'
Mexico, June S. 1914.
Editor Graphic,
Williston, N. D.,
Dear Sir:
If you will find space in the Gra-
phic for these few lines l will tell you
about the hottest climate in Forty
Eleven States-Well that is right here
in Mexico. We have been here for
six weeks and haven't got shot yet
by a Mexican. They fight here just
for past time think. They have been
firhtine here for six weeks and Spick
Mexican got killed. Poor fellow .
mule kicked him ha ha. So you can
imagine they have some battles.
I have been to this place four dif-
ferent times and I get home sick to
come back every time ! leave here
(nit). This place is all right It you
don't care what you say and say
it quick. Just take it from me yours
truly will be glad to see the good old
u. S. A. again.
have thirteen months to serve in
the army yet and if Uncle Sam does
not have war in the next thirteen
months there, after that you can tell
the world he is going to lose one good
sailor, for have had enough Of Mex
leo. As far as the Navy is concerned
it is alright but am sorry l cant say
that for Mexico. So you can have an
idea of my opinion Of sunshine and
scraps.
When my brother Rosco and l en-
listed in the navy we got $500 per
month and now we are getting $3.50
and show me where common scrub
can make that much working on the
outside. That is this much month
and board and clothes furnished into
the bargain. The navy is all right
if you make it right. But don't ever
get the idea that you are boss in the
navy for you will soon find out that
you are not.
am enclosing weekly log of the
u. S. S. West Virginia so you can
see The Daily routine we go through
while we are here in Mexico. If you
don't have more room in the waste
basket than you have In the Graphic
you can publish this letter, also the
Log.
Wishing the Graphic success, ! am
CONTINUED on page Al
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MOVED

Mrs. A. 0. Ringo has moved her
millinery store to the Westergaard-
Blair building on Main St., recently
vacated by the Williston Music Co.
Mrs. Ringo now has very desirable
rooms and after some repair work
they will be in first class shape for
her increased business.
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Charged With Grand Larceny


Joe Jerome, also known as "Bill the
Buffalo, was arrested and brought
into Williston last week charged with
Grand Larceny. He waived examina-
ton and was bound over to district
court under $1,000 bonds. Friends Of
his are in the city this week and he
expects to have bonds in few days:
Jerome lives northwest Of Howard
and u charged with stealing horse.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16
INDIAN ARRESTED

Sever Montry, half breed indian
living near Trenton, was arrested and
brought to Williston Monday charged
with an attempt to assault little in
dian girl. His hearing was continued
until July goth and bonds fixed at
$500. Being unable to furnish bond
Montry was placed in the custody of
the sheriff.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16

D. C. Haskett, T. Bergeron and AL
bert Fischer, Of the Howard vicinity,
were among the visitors in the city Of
opportunity Saturday and Sunday.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16
HAD LEG BROKEN

J. J. Thank of this city, who has
been at Plentywood was brought in
Monday evening with a broken leg.
Mr.. Thank was running q well drill
ing machine when the accident oc-
Cured.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16

Miss Helen Kettleson, formerly OF
this city, but now of Cyrus, Minn.,
was q guest of Mrs. A. 0. Ringo last
week. She is now visiting with her
brother in Mckenzie county.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1914-07-16

Robert Partridge, assistant at AS
bury's Grocery, is taking his vacation
and visiting with friends at Rolla.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Forest Hill

The revival is still going on and
has been for the past two weeks.
Quite an interests manifested.
Mrs. Nettie Craig has been very
sick for the past week at the home
of her parents Mr.. and Mrs. Spencer
Walker.
Mr.. John Burchfeld was called
to Knoxville last week on account
of the serious illness of her daugh-
ter Mr.. Hugh Kelly.
Mrs. John Murphy has been the
guest of her sister Mrs. Cara Brewer
for the past week.
Mrs. Ceha McDaniels had the
misfortune to fall and hurt herself
last week. She il somewhat ia
proved ut this writing,
WliI Long who has been sick for
several months does not seem to
improve niuGlI.
Maggie Brewer has returned home
for rest after an absence ofseveral
weeks in Maryville.
Mrs. Olive Brewer has purchased
fine buggy horse from Joe Henry.
Leonard Anderson who fell and
broke his collar bone is getting along
nicely.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27

John Morton, who underwent an
operation last week for appendicitis
and went through fine.
All who went to Mr.. and Mrs,
Cape Poland's dance Friday report
ed an enjoya bic time.
Misses Agnes Nuchols and Eliza
beth Kidd were seen on our streets
Saturday afternoon.
J. L. Smith and J. r Kennedy
made a business trip to Maryyille
Saturday.
Mrs, Mary Anderson called on
Mrs. Lee Hill Sunday evening.
Mrs. Frei Wikerson and child
rem spent Thursday with Mrs. W,
H. Love.
Jatt Smith has gone to Virginia
to- work.
Dock Harper made business trip
to Knoxville this week.
Mrs. &. II. Elkins has returned
home from Lewisburg, Tenn.
Hurrah for the Tomato Club girls.
John Spangler has returned from
Oklahoma City, friends are glad t.
see him back.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Transfers

Knox Burger trustee to J. P.
Chandler, lot in 9th dist for $500.
R. C. Shields to 7. D Gregory 2
acres in 10Th dist for $50.
A. H. Boyle to H. ]. Boyle lot in
9th dist for $3.50.
Eveline Henry TO J. L. Law ct al
lot in 9th dist for $3.50.
7. P. Martin to Mrs. Oslo Martin
lot in 9th dist for 800.
J. w. Taylor to Samuel Chapman
tract in 7th dist for S25.
J. s. Rest ct TX to Samuel Chap
man 23 acres in 9TH dist for $175.
D. G. Webb ct Tx to Chas. Me-
Mutt lot in 10Th dist for $4,000.
H. 0. TAYLOR ct ux to A, F. Ma
han 81 acres in 18th dist for 1880.
VIM Morgan to Emery B Davis
144 acres in 1lth dist for $1,000.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Obituary

Margaret Spangler, better known
by her friends as Peggy Spanglel
was born September 9th, 1915. L
she had lived until next Sept. she
would have been 50 years of age,
She died at her home at Louisville
January 3rd. She leaves a husband
one daughter and several grand
children and a host of relatives and
friends to mourn hec death. She
has tire little boys gone on before
to meet her at the golden gate.
She was devoted christian, be-
ing member of the church ever
since her profession and lived a
CONSTANT life. She is a member Of
Piney Level Church; had been a
member of the Church 45 years.
During her illness her talk was
all about Jesus and wanting to live
and work for him the rest of her
days here on earth. The last song
she sang was Here Lord [ give
myself to Thee.
She sang all the time until few
days before her death when grew so
weak she couldn't sing. Her work
during her life was spent in COM
forting and CHI ering the sick and
poor she was always ready to help
any who was in distress and need.
She leaves this witness among her
friends of which have been with her
most of her life. She lived a num-
her of years hear here, and gained
friends with all. she is now at
rest among the angels.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27

Have you seen the new style hats
Cor men and boys at D. F. Young's?
Ira Abbott of Cades Cove, left
this week for Georgia, where he will
make his future home.
George N. Miza who has been
sick several days suffering with rheu-
matism is getting better.
Before you buy see D. f. Young's
Slippers and Pumps in all feathers.
He can save you money.
Miss Mary Fryar returned to her
home at Greenback, last Monday,
after pleasant visit with her sister
Mrs. Wade Everett.
Rev. Jno. Sanders has closed a
revival meeting at Mint, in which
there were nineteen conversions.
He was assisted by John Cupp.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Local Mention

Beautiful aspiring ties at D. f.
Young's.
For Sale-35 H. P. Traction En-
gine.-R. B. Oliver.
]. R. Kennedy of Louisville spent
Saturday at this place.
John Abbott of Cades Cove was a
visit0r in our city Monday.
". O. Maxey of Rockford. Route
l, spent Saturday at this place.
Groceries, Notions, Dry Goods
Millinery etc at c, J. Callahan's.
DR.. L J. Jenkins of Townsend,
was visitor in our CITY Saturday.
Clifford, the little son of Drew
Boyle has been sick for several days.
Reuben Ammons of Knox county
was visitor at this place over Sun
day.
ESQ George W. Emert of iowa
send was a visitor at this place Sat.
urdav.
Jesse r. James of Louisville,
Route l., was visitor in our city
Monday.
Rev. J. H. Potter is conducting a
great revival meeting at Forest Hill
Church.
Buy your Spring Millinery from
G. J. Callahan, latest designs in the
Millinery Art.
See the Millinery on display at D
f. Yuung's before YOU purchase
your new Spring hat.
Go to McKinney's New Store,
they say they sell goods for less.
\ AXE them prove it.
Chas. D. Chandler, of the Ellis
Chandler Co., spent a part of this
week in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Before you buy your Spring Mil
linery be sure to examine the baauti-
tul hats at G. J. Galatians.
Lovely new Spring and Summer
dress goods in Silks, Crepes, ratines
and vo,les at D. f. Young's.
Perry Weagly of San Jose, Cali
fornia is visiting his parents Mr.. and
Mrs, d, U. WeagIy ia our city.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
GOLD WATCH LOST-Open

GOLD WATCH LOST-Open
face Hamilton make; sizs IS Fob
attached. R, r Engine engraved
on back. Reward.
Herman Boyd,
Maryville, Tenn.
The new Spring Suits at D. F.
Young's are marching out every
day. You had better get in the
procession. prices lower than ever
before.
Dick Burns of Te'lico Plains, who
has been visiting relatives in our
county, left for his home on Monday
Dick has a good position in the
Planning Mill at that place. He had
the misfortune to get mis- leg broken.
Mrs. w. A. Sterchi. MIS-. w. A.
Talent fand Mrs. billiard Staley
spent Wednesday visiting Mrs. J.
H. Staley.
Rev Gay Bryant returned Tues
day evening from weeks visit in
Maryville to his home at Turtle
town. The parsnn informs US that
he has purchased a farm two miles
north of Maryville and that he con-
templates Specializing little IN reaJ
estate.
The man, who took my Overcoat
Muff1er and Gloves from the Court
house Court week, will please re-
turn at once.
d. L. Bryan.
FOR SALE-One 1918 model,
Excelsior Motor Cycle, fully equip
ped with rear seat, lamp and horn ;
run about 500 miles. If interested
in this or new Excelsior Motor
Cycle, phone So or write US.
J. n. Staley
Clay Cunningham
Have you sited McKinney's New
Store. They carry an up-to. the
minute line of Shoes, mems, womens
and children's ready. to. wear goods.
Dress goods, Curtain goods. White
goods, Linens, Crepes. Voiles, etc.
They are all new and they cost less.
We received word Monday from
Beaumont. California, from Mr.. and
Mrs, A. r. Brigden, OF the arrival
OF fue baby girl into their home
on March 18th. Mrs. Brigden is
better known here as Miss Ellen
Alexander,
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
EAS
CARDS

McKinney's goods are all new,
not a piece of old goods IN their
Store, and they cost less than you
have been paying for old ones.
N. g. Seaton bas been on the
sick list this week, suffering with
rheumatism. Mr.. Reed of the Beck
Taryer Co., of Knoxville has been
assisting him this week.
When YOU are up town drop in
at McKinney's New Store. Look
over their stock, price EN-, buy EN-,
get en- at McKinntl s. where it
costs less,
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Tax Notice

The new tax books are now ready
and we will commence assessing
taxes after January 10th. Personal
Real Estate and Poll are included
in these taxes, Any courtesy ex-
tended will be appreciated.
L, T Walker.
Tax Assessor.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27

Beautiful, snappy new Spring
Coat Suits for ladies in the new
shades of blue, Wisteria- Peseda-al-
50 staple shades at D. f. Youngs.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Louisville

Business is farely good in Louis
vile.
J. A. Love made business trip
to Knoxville Saturday.
Miss Annie Wisacaryer spent Sun
day with Reva Sherrod.
Miss Nancy Broadly from Mary
vile and Miss Margaret Ambrose
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27

For Sale-Three Poland China
pigs-one male and two females.
Price SIS 90 piece, First come,
first served. John P. Duncan.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Notice

For Sale-A nice little fruit and
berry farm of forty acres at Ammonia
Situated in 1 mile of depot near
new pike, near railroad. etc. Barn
and three room house, apply to
A. J. Coleman,
MaryviIle, Tenn
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27

Are you looking for new Easter
bonnet. that will he tecomina,
stylish and reasonably priced? TO
to D. f. Young's.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Sunday School
Convention

The second division composed Of
the 2nd and 9th districts will hold
a convention at Big Springs April
II. May every School in the divis-
ion take notice and have represen-
tative present at this convention. it
is very important that every sci DOL
b. represented.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27

from Knoxville came to Louisville
Satur lay and organized 3 Girls
Tomato Club. Quite a number
joined the club.
Mis- Jennie Harper and O. K.
Campbell has returned from visit
in Knoxville.
Born to Mr.. and Mrs. Lee Hill a
boy Thursday.
J. N. Wisecarver is numbered
among the sick this week.
Miss Margaret Mccall is visiting
friends at this place.
Edgar Coker was called to Knox
vile Thursday on business.
Friends are glad to learn OF Mrs.
A. B. Cummins' improvement.
Mr.. aud Mrs. Owen Cox spent
Saturday in Knoxville shopping.
Rev S. A. McGhee begun a re-
vival at this place Sunday a, m,
Mr.. and Mrs Carl Gideon and
sons spent Sunday with home folks.
Mrs. John Harper is on the sick
list.
Mrs. Maude Douthit is spending
a few days with home folks at
Tern.
Mrs. J. L. Smith called on Mrs.
Lee Hill Sunday afternoon.
Friends are glad to learn that
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
A. A. Coventry
ALI KINDS L.NSURA NOE

For Sale:-1 Babcock Surry, 1
Babcock Buggy, both in fine con.
dition, l single harness. 80 foot
garden hose. DR.. Fl. \. Green..
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Friends Church

Sunday March 20, 1914
Sunday School at 9:15
Paul Kithcart, Supt.
Preaching at 1920
Every cordially invited to at
tend.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27
Mentor

Mrs. Ben Moore who has been quite sick
is getting bette.
Bum to MIR AID Mrs Fink Hord
daughter.
Mrs. E. A. Jones spent MONDAY al the
home of Amo, Callahan
Mrs. James Ma.onee ana coldr called
on Mrs. Eli Moore Monday aiter ON.
Mr.. and Mrs. Dwight Col ms and child.
rem of Knoxville we've the guests If :ienry
Orr and family last week.
Mrs. Amos Callahan has been
very sick which her nauv friends
are sorry to learn,
Born to Homer Cox and wife
Wednesday night daughter.
Miss Euby Hunt was visiting
Louisville relatives Sunday,
Mrs James Robbins and childr,,t
Of Louisville were he guests of bee
parents Mr.. and Mrs. y. h., Geots4
quite rtcri!tiy-
James aud Marie Orr were guests
al birthday party given at tho
homa oi Mrs Annie mister on ~
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27

s We carry the famous Onyx"
hosiery for ladies and girls-rang-
ing in price from 25c to $3.50 Per
pair-nothing better made-See
this line at D. F. Ycung's.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1914-03-27

Marriage Licenses
Fate Ruel and Georgia Johnson.