The Ward County independent. [volume] (Minot, Ward County, N.D.) 1902-1965, 1916-01-13
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The sudden and unexpected collapse
of the Ford peace plan came as a
shock to many, and some wierd expla-
nations have been proffered as to the
reasons which led H. F. to abandon
this method of advertising. On jan
uary 21st the new Hall at Logan is to
be opened. A grand dance, with Won
drous music, will mark the occasion,
and Henry figured everybody who was
anybody, would be there, and he had
better be getting back in time to at
tend, and, if invited, explain to the
American people that he wouldn't be
so foolish again. But we didn't in
vite him, for it's going to be swell
affair.
The Samaritan Ladies Aid enjoyed
the hospitality of Mrs. Oliver Saug-
stad at her charming residence on Riv-
erside avenue, on Thursday. Many
members and friends were present,
much useful work was accomplished,
and delicious luncheon was daintily
served. Miss Jane Gall will entertain
the club on Thursday, Jan. 20, and a
cordial invitation is extended.
The annual meeting of the school
board was held on Tuesday, when it
was decided to purchase the lots adj
Joining the schoolhouse. This is a
wise move for the children have hith-
erto enjoyed the dangers of playing
the main travelled road.
A contemporary, which asks point
eddy whether doctors are not in the
habit of juggling with patients lives,
making foolish experiments, fails to
explain just exactly the. pettishness
which prompts the enquiry. In an
other column, it explains, quack like,
how to prevent or overcome cold,
and proffers this gem: "Bathe the
feet in cold water as hot as you can
bear it," Should this be done in the
Twilight?
Mrs. J. 1. Brady, who enjoyed de-
lightful vacation Casselton ways, re-
turned to Logan early this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. II. H. Kuchenbecker,
Of Columbus, N. D., were the guests
of the folks, Mr.. and Mrs. H. C., OF
that ilk.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ralph Gard and son
; John were Logan visitors last week
end.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Light and
Mary Jane, from Velva, were the
guests of D ad Bean and his good lady
several days during this week. Dad
is really Grand-dad to Mary Jane, who
is going to become famous it she just
keeps half as nice as she is today.
Mr.. J. J. Brand returned from La
Crosse, Wis, on Friday, whittier he
had journeyed to pay the last respects
to a brother whose earthly course was
traversed. Joe, who as the Potato
King should know, claims that the in
dispensable murphy" will be in
great demand this side of Spring.
Miss Della Myers, who for the past
few weeks has been assisting Mrs.
Russell Gard, left on Tuesday for
Sawyer. -,
Allan Forbes, who has valuable
farming interests near Webb, Sask:, IS
enjoying brief visit with the folks.
Miss Smith of Tasker was also the
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. David Forbes.
Mrs Ole Saugstad and Mrs. James
Shaw autoed to the Heavenly Sphere
on Friday.
Among Logan celebrities who en-
joyed the production Of The Birth OF a
Nation, we must include Tom Heck
or, the man who has given to our
town a Hall of which we are justly
proud and our neighbors naturally
envious. He also took in the big fire.
Mr.. Henry Book is still confined to
the hospital, but we are glad to learn
he is progressing nicely.
Peter Grindberg recently purchased
two business lots on Main street and
contemplates erecting a concrete
building early next spring. Meanwhile,
he is looking for partner, a school,
ma'am preferred.
Mr.. Packard, who has farmed sue
cessfully for many years on the N.
Prairie, recently disposed of an i'm
proved quarter to Mr.. A. Wetmore at
a highly satisfactory figure. We have
not heard where our friend intends to
locate but Logan cannot. afford to lose
this family.
Carl Ross and his good helpmeet are
seeking fresh fields and pastures new,
but we know they will return to Lo-
gan, in but little while.
An announcement appears else
where Of the opening dance at the
new Town Hail. This hall has been
built by the farmers and townspeople
of the district and illustrates the pos
sibility of community effort. A really
enjoyable evening is promised all who
attend
Art Nulph is ready at any time to
undertake livery or team work, and as
consequence is already enjoying con-
siderable patronage.