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A 1 Official Proceedings of the Board of Education ot Williston Special School District, Williston, N. D. Dec. 15,189". Board of Education uiet pursuant to adjournment. Board called to order by President Freeman. Present: Trustees Freeman, Leon hardy and McChesney. Absent: Trustees Heffernan and Sharp. Minutes of last meeting read and ap proved. On motion, the following bills were allowed, and warrants ordered drawn to pay the same. O. Bergh, sawing wood for schools, $3 75 32. Leondardy, lumber 2 40 On motion of Trustee Leonbardy, the clerk was authorized to advertise for 25 Cords of sound green ash wood, four feet long, also 25 cords of sound green sec ond-growth cottonwood, four feet long, to be delivered at school bouse. On motion of Trustee Leonhardy, sec onded by Trustee McChesney, the pres ident was authorized to purchase a bell for the tnain school building said bell not to vary far from 300 pounds in weight. Oil motion of Trustee Leonhardy. sec onded by Trtistee McChesney, the fol luring resolutions were unanimusly ftUopte'd: Resolved, by the Board of Education bf Williston Special School District, that we sincerely appreciate the kindness bf Mr. J. Gansl, the popular jeweler of the city of Grand Forksi N. D., in pre senting, to 'the Williston school an ele gantly finished eight-day clock, and in behalf of the patrons of the school re turn to him their most hearty thanks. Resolyed, that the thanks of this board kre also tendered to Mr. W. R. McChes ney for the active part he has taken in $his matter, and through whose friendly relations with Mr. Gansl the Williston fechool has become the recipient of so valuable and timely donation. Resolved, that the clerk of this board is hereby instructed to have these res olutions published in the Williston Gra phic, and to forward a copy of the same to Mr. J. Gansl at Grand Forks, N. D. On motion of Trustee Loohhahly, sec onded by Trustee JMcChesney, §350 of the general fund was ordered transferred to the tuition fund, and the school trea surer was authorized to make said tranefer. On motion the clerk was instructed to notify the several teachers of the dis trict to give their pupils one week's vacation between Christmas and New Year's. On motion of Trustee Leonhardy, sec pnded by Trustee McChesney, Wood's Civil government and Lockwood's Les- tioiial one in English were adopted aSj, addi text books for use in the Wiilistoii schools. On motion, the clerk was instructed to publish all the proceedings of the poard of education in the Williston .Graphic at a stipulated price of §50 per year, payable quarterly. On motion of Trustee Leonhardy, sec onded by Trustee McChesney, the course of studies as prepared by the superin tendent of public instruction of this state jfor tiie year 1897, aud modified by Prof. *3. R. Brownson, was adopted. On inotion, board adjourned to Jan. 5th, 1398, B. H. COPEIAND, School Clerk. Williams County Schools. We find the following interesting par agraphs relative to school matters in Williams county, among the "News Notes" in the Common School for De cember: "The teachers here have been instru imentul in organizing a literary society in town, which id arousing considerable in terest and is participated in, and enjoy ed by old and youngalike. "It is gratifying to all well wishers of educational interests and.more e^pecial ly to the parents of school children, to ipee the healthy progress of ottr Schools dn this county, largelv due to efficient bjach*ers, "Stony Creek school is presided over .by Mr. F. J. Waldron, who comes from .a West Superior normal, and .is doing ,excellent work ih hie school. His school lately gave asocial entertainment and raised a neat sum, the net proceeds of which will be invested in books for the school library. "On. the evening of Dec. 3, the Willis icih public school gave an entertainment which was a grand success. The pupils ifrom the different departments contrib uted their share and did credit to their teachers. The singing, and especially the opening chorus, by boys and girls trained for the occasion fcy F. J.„ Wal .dron, wafc a treat such as is rarely en joyed. "The Williston school has, as princi pal, Prof. E. W. Bronwsdn, graduate of the class of '97 of the Valley City normal. 'Mr. Brownson is an earnest worker and fthows a grea deal of tact in the general management of the school, and is now in position to do excellent work, haying gained the full confidence of pupiis and their parents in the short time he bus been here. The assistant teachers, the blisses Williams and Mr. Brown, are al 'Bo doing good work, each in Ins respect ive department. Notiee. Notice is hereby given that I IiaVe •old my interest in the Railroad Restau rant io H. T. Smith, and all parties .owing the old firm of Booker & Lucas NriJI pay the same to the new firm, Smith & Lucas. I also return my thanks to the public for their liberal patronage, £qd ftope they will continue to bestow ihe game on my successors. GEO. A. BOOKKB. (Communicated.) Noticing an article in the Williams County Press, over the signature of the much abused and highly advertised name of W. R. Giuyas, the writer would ask space i» your valuable paper for a few words. Although we find critics in all stages of development and decay, we must confess it a rare trait to be able to amuse and entertain. If the article referred to was written with intent to amuse, it certainly served its purpose well, but as some of the remarks might bear fruit in a more serious strain, it may be well for' the tax payer in gen eral, and the writer of the W. R. G. ar ticle in particular to lav aside "the pick" and look over some figures. In referring back to the county finan cial statements for the last few years we find the following statements, which are approximately correct: Jan. 1st, 1895, (after paying for the court house), cash on hand and in county fund. $2,247*-71 Jan. 1st, 1896, cash on hand 1,671 02 1st, 1S97, cash on hand 2SU 10 In looking a little closer, we find that the receipts into the county fund for the following years were: 1894... 3,626 15 189 5 2,874 37 189 6 3,611 06 1S97, to Dec. 1st 2,925 74 We also see that the amounts paid out were: 1894, (the year the courthouse was built and paid for) §4,054 53 t89S, 3,451 06 1896 5,092 11 1897, (because there was no more money to pay with) 3,146 09 This will make the following diagram: Cash on hand Jan. 1, 1S97 5 289 10 Amount collected in 1897 2,925 74 Am't of warrants registered and drawing interest now, 2.S09 00 Cost of running the county in 1897 $6,023 84 not including money on road and bridge fund. Now consider further: Warrants registered and bearing inter est, amount to ?2,809.00. Amount due on tax list for 1S97 taxes, for the county fund, is §2,719.75, and when it's all paid in it will, not be enough to pay the warrants now regis tered, or in other words, will leave the county more than a'year behind. This under "the new and improved plan." It has come to our notice that in our national politics parties liave been try ing to raise revenue for running ex penses, but have not triet with great -luvesS, and now the conservative peo ple and press, regardless of party, pro pose that the expenses be reduced to •on form with the revenue. Would it iiot be V/ell to begin this at home, and -andwich some of our former "Jeffer sonian simplicity" in with our politics. SIMPLICITY SIMPLETON. 1_Ab the Graphic has no desire to en gender either personal or political strife in Williams county, we shall hereafter •••eject all articles criticising anything which may appear in any obscure mop r.-ig that some sliallcvv-pated jay sees fil i.o llaunt before an intelligent public. We would rather have something of a local character more interesting—EDITOR iKAPuic.] Christmas Tree3 at both the churches this evening. Beatty's Organs and Fialios. Hon. Daniel F. Beatty, of Washington, New Jersey, the ureat. Organ and Piano Manufacturer., vA building and shipping more Organs and Piiuios than ever. In 1870 Mr. Beatty left home a penniless plow-boy, aud by his indomitable will ue has worked his way up so as to sell so ar, over 100,000 of Beatty's Organs and Pianos since 1870. Nothing-seems dishearten him obstacles laid in his way, that would have wrecked an ordi nary man forever, he turns to an adver tisement and comes out of it brighter than ever. He was mayor of Washing ton, New Jersey from 1879 to 1833, five terms, and recently declined a renorui nation for the, sixth term. His instru ments, as is well known, are very popu lar and are to be found in all parts of the world. We are informed that dur ing the next ten years he intends to eeli 200 000 more of his make that means a business of $20,000,000, if we average them at $1C0 each. It is already the largest business of the kind in existence. Write or call upon Daniel F, Beatty, Washington, New Jersey, for catalogue. Wagon 1 Repair Shop Having iehsed the Wagon Shop of Win. Ross, I am prepared to do all kinds of repairing of Wagons, Sleighs, etc. All work warranted to give satisfaction Repairing Furniture a Specialty. Give me a call. retl J. Smith. WILLISTON,.,N. D. 50 YEARS' EXPERIENCE TRADE MARKS DESIGNS Cdpvftignts Ac. Anyone sending sketch and description may gulckly ascertain 'tlar cplniotf fiwwnether an invention is probably patentable. Communica tions strictly conlldenuitf. Handbook on Patents sent free. Oldest aeency for seenrinp patents. Patents taken through Munn & Co. receive special notice, without charge. In the Scientific American. A handsomely illustrated weekly, .f^areest cir culation of any scier.„iflc journal. Terras. $3 a year: taar montho. Sold by all newedealerc. MUNN New COAL! COAL! The undersigned is now prepared to deliver Coal, of good quality, to the peo ple of Williston 011 the shortest notice. All Orders left at tlie Postoffice will receive prompt attention. Louis Schierbeck. Williston, N. D., Oct. 27, 1807. WM. SNYDElt. TONSORIAL PARLORS. Fruits, Confectionery, Tobacco and Cigars. Delcious Tempierance Drinks always on tap. News Stand supplied with the latest. Main Street, Williston, N. D. I We pound it out and earn it fort ft 0Qa361BrMtfiiB)r, Branch Office 63S HU, Washington, D. C. T*IEETING WITH DESTINY. man can teH when it will I KB cotne along. Often it starts up before us in unexpected times and placet. Even an afternoon stroll with a friend and a chance introduction mny shape all the course of one's after life. To be always at your best and not ashamed of your destiny you n)liit dress like a true gentleman* This can be done by ordering your Salt* and Ovwesats of M. BORN & GO., The Great Chicago Merchant Tailors AVho are unrivalled Martew of the Tailoring Art. 300 NEW Patterns. Finest Material. Perfect Fit. New Stock. Latest Styles. Best Work* manship. Thrifty Prices. A Cheery Guarantee With All. Cdll on MINOT, Pbicjes BIGHT. JOHN HEFFERNAN, Prop. Livery, Feed and Sale Stable. DRAY WORK PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. WATER AND PURE ICE Delivered to Patrons in any part of the City. WILLISTON. NORTH DAKOTA. Livery, Feed I Sale Stable. HERMAN ROEHR, Prop. A N WATER WAGON Dealer in Wood and Coal. WILLISTON. NORTH DAKOTA. New Blacksmith Shop! HONEST TOIL HO A EST MbNEY HORSE-SHOEING a Specialty. Repairing of every description, promptly done, and satisfaction guaranteed, WM. ROSS, shop on main St.. wiluston. k. b. New Harness Shop! I. C. STEWART, Prop. LIGHT AND HEAVY HARNESS MADE TO ORDER. All classes of Harness Work executed with dispatch and in first-class styie. Alan dealer in al! kinds of Horse Goods, Robes, etc. Harness oiled and repaired. Call and see ine. Shop on Main St., near the blacksmith shop. WILLTSTON. N. D. BEATTY'S CELEBRATED ORGANS AND PIANOS. For catalogues, address DANIEL F. BEATTY, Wasbington, New Jersey. 1 nu 1111 BEG ISTEKED Prescription Druggist Bruegger Mercantile Co., Williston, N. D. FOR COMPLETE tock of WATCHES, Clocks, Jewelry, Silverware, Call 011 or address W. RODE, Jeweler. MINOT, JfOKTH DAKOTA. Thirteen Tears Experience in Watch Repafritig. CITY DRAY LINE L.IKTE With 6ur brawny Arms. Plow Work. Proprietor. JOHN BRUEGGER & BRO. Postofficc address—Williston, N. D. HorseB branded PG GEORGE W. NEWTON. Postoffice address—Williston, N. D. Also on left side. OLE THORSON. Postoffice address—Nesson, N. t. The above brand on right hip of cattle. F. R. Zahl. Postoffice address—Williston, N. D. Same brand as above on left shoulder ^fhorses. Also left -Bide of ccttle, and same |Vn left shoulder of horses. xoung horses branded on the •iSH inside,of The Missouri River Valley Will Pay a Reward of $ 150 Tc ..11 person furnishing pviflenee to uny incmncr uf t-hn hxoeiitivo of said Association that will result in tlie a rent HIHI win vie!,ion ol persons fruilty of any of the following viz: 1. Setting prairie fires. 2. Branding any cattle, horses, mules or HRSHH lie. longing to any member of the Association without the consent or knowled*^ ofjig owner. 3. Amending, changing or altering any brand or in any way attempt, ing to deceive the rightful ownership-of any cattle, horses, mules or asses belong, ing to any member of this Association. 4. Driving or attempting to drive from their respective ranges, or of killing or maiming an5r cattle, horses, mules or asses belonging to any member of this Association. H. V. SMITH, Sec. and Treas, on left hip. JOHN MERCER. Postoffice address—Buford, via Willis ton. N. D. The above brand on left side of cattle, and same brand on left shoulder of horses. Also this brand on left side of cattle. EmH And on left thigh of cattle. Also a flower-pot brand on either side of cattle. H. A. NELSON. Postoffice address—Nesson, N. D. Above brand also on right side and left hip of ckttle.^ "glit thigh with the same brands. W. O. BARSTAD. Above brand on left rib of cattle half of same brand on left shoulder. Postoffice address—Hoffiund, Williams County, N. D. E. C. PALMER. County Surveyor. Survey of Irrigation Ditches A SPECIALTY. Lines traced—Settlers Located—Gener al Surveying done on short notice. orders the Postoffice. Williston, Williams Co., N. D. 1 lutborlmd imiik mnu CHRIS. -.•rut:!! (,: Kr.sorj ANDERSON, Postofflce address—Williston, N. I). C. E. BELL. Postoffice address—Willistoni N. D. THOMAS SHEA. Postoffice address—Williston, &. D. Same brand on left hip. DOUGLAS BELL. Postoffice address—Williston, K. D. DAN HARRIS. Postoffice address—Williston, N. D. JOHN kEFFERNAN. Postoffice address—Williston, N. l. E. L. MOORE. Postoffice address—Williston, N. Above,brand. 011 left, hip of cattle ant same on left shotl(der.of..ho):sep. TOWSJER MERCHANTS BANK. General Banking Business Transacted. ANDREW GILBERTSON, JI Sight Exchange Bought And sold. Sign of the Big Preside^'' Towner. North Dakota. PrudHomm8: CUSTO»i and Shoe Maker W Only the best material used. Orders fc mail will receive prompt attention REPAIRING DONE? Shop on Main St., Willtsto^. P-