Village of Hannah, Cavalier County, North Dakota - Notes from The Hannah Moon Newspaper. Issues of this newspaper exist for 1896-1901 & 1905-1919 with some missing issues, notably all of 1902, 1903, 1904, 1911, & 1912. In fact, there are not many issues at all before 1905. The State Historical Society of ND now has the ENTIRE newspaper inventory online. The notes listed below were taken and are shared by Lyn Sinnema (Lyn248@aol.com) during her family research. For the above reasons the dates are not necessarily consecutive. However, because so many names and occupations are listed we felt it important to include them in our NDGenWeb Archives. ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. NDGenWeb Archivist Joe Zsedeny. ************************************************************************ The Moon, Nov. 5, 1897 US Land Office, Grand Forks, North Dakota, Oct. 27th, 1897 Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, that said proof will be made before the clerk of the district court of Cavalier country, N. Dakota, at Langdon, N. Dakota on December 1897, viz: George Walker, for the s 1/4, Sec. 5 Twp. 163, RG. 63. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuos residence upon, and cultivation of, said land, viz: John King, Thomas King, Nell Shaw, and James Muir, all of Byron, N. Dakota. Jas.V. Brooke, Registor Dan McGruer of Pharmacy Hall advertises his elegant line of drugs and druggists' sundries liberally in this week's Moon. McGruer has a complete line of J&J plasters, for kidneys, corns and lumbago. J.G. Dawes' new grain office is completed. Mr. Dawes informs the Moon that he may build a new warehouse this fall for the handling of American grain. Jas. Crammond, who so ably conducted the Columbia hotel, Langdon, during 1895, came up from Lakota Wednesday evening and looked the ground over with the intention of building a hotel. Land Office at Grand Forks, North Dakota October 27th, 1897 Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make commutation final proof in support of his claim, and that said proof will be made before R.M. Carothers, US. Commissioner at J.H. McCullough's office at Milton, N. Dak., on December 3rd, 1897, viz: Albert E. Thompson, H.E. for the ne1/4, Sec.23, Twp. 163 Rg. 62 He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon and cultivation of, said land, viz: Alex W. Thompson, William Edworthy, James Berney and Albert Thompson, all of Hannah N. Dak. Also: Alex W. Thompson, H.R. for the s1/2, sw1/4, Sec. 23, and ne1/2, nw1/4, Sec. 26, Twp ___, R 62. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuos residence upon and cultivation of said land, viz: Albert E. Thompson, William Edworthy, James Berney, and Albert Thompson, all of Hannah, N.D. JAS. V. Brooke, Register Mar. 23, 1900 Farm for sale, SE1/4 22, township 163, range 63. Terms reasonable. Inquire of A.L. Bradley, Langdon, N.Dak. The Moon, March 8, 1901 US Land Office, Grand Forks, North Dakota, Jan.10, 1901 Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, that said proof will be made before J.W. Mooney, U.S. Commissioner for District of North Dakota, at Langdon, North Dakota, March 16,1901 viz Peter Schnider. H.E. No. 13892, for the NE 1/4, Sec. 13 Twp. 163, n.r. 63 w. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuos residence upon, and cultivation of, said land, viz: (unreadable) Land Office At Grand Forks, North Dakota, March 4, 1901. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, that said proof will be made before J.W. Mooney, U.S. Commissioner for District of North Dakota,at office of G.L. Whittemore, Hannah, N.Dak., on April 15, 1901 viz: Alexander Hunter (H.E. 6524.) for the s 1/4, NE 1-4, and lots 1 and 2, sec. 3 twp 163, n., rg, 64 w. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon and cultivation of said land, viz: Thomas Philip, Thomas Epplett, William Ingram, and Jake Hazlett, all of Woodbridge North Dakota. Ole Serumgard, Register. G.L. Whittemore, Att'y, Hannah, N.D. Land Office at Grand Forks, North Dakota, February 1901. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, that said proof will be made before _.W. McLean, U.S. Commissioner for District of North Dakota at office of State Bank of Hannah, at Hannah North Dakota, on April 5th, 1901, viz: Edwin P. Pettis, H.E., NO._____ for the se 1/4 sec. (21 or 27) twp 163 rg. 63. He names the following (unreadable). The Moon, Sept. 22, 1905 School Opens Hannah School opened for the fall term on Monday last with Miss Lettie Masters in charge of the Primary department, Miss Annie McLean in the Intermediate grade and Principal Boyd senior classes. During the holiday the board placed the school building in first class condition, re-modeling the upstairs rooms and treating the walls (unreadable). Dr's Lynn and McQueen dressed Mat. Doyle's hand at Dresden. A gun exploded and his hand was badly torn. The Misses Aggie McLean and Susie Murchie left Monday for Grand Forks where this week they took up their studies at the State University, after a pleasant summer vacation at their respective homes. A telegram was received yesterday by W. A. Richards, at Faris' store, announcing the death of his uncle Dr. Riddell, at Crystal City, Wednesday. Dr. Riddell was well-known in Hannah, and although not well, his death was unexpected. The funeral takes place today (Friday). Business Change An important transfer of business interests took place in Hannah yesterday when Dr. W.Y. Corry disposed of his medical practice and hospital to Dr. Henry Law (long article follows). The Moon Nov.10, 1905 Wm. Wilson, James Balfour, M.C. Olson and Wm. Reis made a flying trip to Sarles in the Olsonmobile last Sunday and report a fine trip. Mrs. Marsh Dickson returned on Tuesday from Langdon where she went to consult the divine healer Rev. Chrismas for her rheumatism. "Jim" Johnson, who has considerable landed interests in this vicinity, arrived on Tuesday from Neche and will spend a week or more in town. Al. Cavers, who, by the way is getting to be quite a diversified farmer, has been spending a week in St. Paul where he disposed of two car loads of cattle. Mrs. C.B. McMillan and Miss Kate Hannah accompanied Miss Annie McLean and Miss Lette Masters to the Teacher's Association at Wales last Saturday. Robert Balfour is quite ill at his home with an attack of typhoid fever. The doctor has the case well in hand and hopes to bring the patient through in good shape. Joe Brodeurs and family who formerly resided on a farm two miles east of town, but for the past year have operated a farm about 7 miles west on the town line have departed for northwest Canada. Mrs. James Cooney, whose husband was buried a little over two weeks ago, has been quite ill at Daniels this week, still suffering from the shock caused by her husband's sudden death. James Austin, the stockman and farmer, left Tuesday for Fargo where the State Association of stock breeders are in session this week. Joe Catherwood, premier of Saskatchewan, returned home on Wednesday from his vast domain near Battleford. After an absence of several weeks it is refreshing to breathe the air of the Sweet Land of Liberty once more. The death of Mrs. Louis Skappell, a former resident of Hannah, occurred at Wales on Tuesday after a lingering illness. The funeral took place in Grafton on Wednesday Rev. F. G. Forester, of Hannah, conducted the services at Wales. John Hannah, 'ye old time' stage manager, left yesterday via Grand Forks for Winnipeg where he will join a party of land-seekers bound for the Winnipegosis district. He will be gone two or three weeks, and on his return, will undergo an operation of the eye at Winnipeg. Dr. O. F. Fansett left on Saturday for Sarles where he spent several days doing dentistry work for the residents in that part of the county. May 18, 1906 James Thompson, the confectioner, and Aleck Thompson, the hardware merchant, have this week put up new awnings in front of their places of business. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Adams left last week for Minneapolis where they spent the week with relatives. Optometrist A.O. Wold will be at the Boundary Hotel, Hannah, Saturday, June 2, all day. All who are suffering with eye trouble due to optical errors, should improve this opportunity by getting their eyes tested and fitted with glasses. June 8, 1906 James Wanless left this week for his farm near Belmont, Manitoba. He will in a few weeks remove his family to that point. Miss Ethel Boyd left this week for a visit with relatives in the neighborhood of LaReviere, Man. She expects to be absent about two weeks. George McLean while out driving a young colt hitched to a sulkey the other day was thrown down a steep grade injuring his shoulder and receiving a few minor bruises. Miss Alice Christie departed Saturday for the southern part of Cavalier country where she has been engaged to teach a summer term of school in the neighborhood of Loma. Little Vera Gilbert who last fall had her arm broken, on Saturday last, fell from a box and had the same arm very badly wrenched. It was a first believed to be again broken, but on examination it turned out to be a wrench. The arm was promptly attended to (unreadable). Fred Scheck, formerly clerk in Faris' general store, left Wednesday morning via Snowflake for Calgary, Alberta, Canada. From this point he will go in quest of land, and when obtained will spend his first six months thereon. He purpose is remaining in the Canadian northwest, everything being favorable. Sept. 21, 1906 Thos. Valentine left Monday for Watson, Sask. where his wife and daughters preceded him two weeks ago. He has been the tinner in A.W. Thompson's hardware for some years. Robert Laybourne and Ed. Hannah, who have had their hands burned in a threshing fire recently are both recovering and are about to attend to business. Sept. 28, 1906 S.T. Hart, proprietor of the Boundary Hotel was in Grand Forks first of the week on business. Mrs. Ed Adams and children left Monday via Crystal City for Alameda, Sask. to join Mr. Adams, who is running a threshing rig in that vicinity. Jan. 18, 1907 Mr. and Mrs. Dan McKechnie spent a few days in Hannah early part of this week. Joseph Catherwood, Real Estate, Battleford, O. O., Sask. I can deliver snaps in land. In vicinity of where I live, Tramping Lake, Sask. Charlie Fitterman has sold his quarter section near Calvin to John Duncan for $3800. This is his homestead and is the NE 1/4 of Section 26, Twp 62, Range 64 w. A.O. Wold, of Langdon, retiring president of the State Board of Optometry has been appointed secretary for the board. Mr. Wold is popular at home and abroad. Wm. Boloh, depot agent of the G.N. at Langdon made a run up to Hannah Saturday on the last freight. Billy was agent here for some years and his many friends were delighted to see him. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Nelson left Friday night for Tagus, N.D. Where they move to their homestead. The town is on the main line of the G. N. west of Minot. Their many friends wish them success in their new home. Chas. A. Gilbert received a telegram Tuesday reporting the death of his beloved mother at noon last day in Murphyboro (not clear), ILL. Deceased had been in decline health for years. Feb. 1, 1907 Sudden Death S.G. Green of the firm of Green Bros. this place died Friday last at the hospital after a brief illness. He came here from Minnesota a week ago to take charge while his brother E. R. went to Minneapolis and while staying at the hotel complained of feeling ill. Dr. Law was called in but did not anticipate any serious danger. Later, he was driven to the hospital for treatment. He appeared to be getting along well and claimed to be feeling better. All at once his heart failed to respond to treatment and he passed away. His brother was apprised of his death by wire and came forward by the first train and took the remains to Rochester MINN, for interment. Deceased was 22 years old and unmarried. His brother has the sympathy of the community in his bereavement. Miss Sadie Abbett, while coming down town Wednesday had the misfortune to slip on the icy pavement and break her arm at the wrist. She is progressing favorably but suffering considerable pain. STRAYED- Four sets of whiffletrees from McTavish's yard. The party taking them up will be rewarded if they are not returned within 48 hours of this notice. Oct. 26, 1907 All are invited to try a hot biscuit at Thompson's hardware next week. In their ad this week McGrath Bros. announce bargains at short-crop prices. Born-At the Hannah Hospital, Wednesday evening October 23, 1907, to Mr. and Mrs. Sailbourne of Snowflake, a son. At the home of Samuel Balfour on Tuesday evening, a baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Davis of Sarles. Miss Alice Maloney, a successful teacher of this county, left Wednesday for Minneapolis where she will sojourn for some weeks. Carload of fine Burbank and Early Rose potatoes for sale at 75 cents a bushel. W. L. Knowles, next to Montgomery's Hotel, Wales, N.D. Wm. Ackland drew the lucky number which secured the handsome double barreled shotgun raffled off at Thompson confectionery. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Austin, Miss Bell McNight and A.R. Grimes attended the chicken pie supper at Sarles Wednesday evening and report a good time. A.W. Thompson is holding one of his noted cooking exhibits showing the possibilities "The Malleable Steel Range." The event will commence Monday, October 28th, and continue throughout the week. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Reid left Monday for Glen Logan, Sask., where they will spend the winter on the farm. Mr. Reid is a successful farmer owning a large farm west of town. He also has acquired some property in the Battleford district. Mrs. Gardner and children came up from Langdon Tuesday and were guests at the home of the former's sister Mrs. Robert McGrath. Mrs. Gardner and family will on Monday in company will her grandmother, Mrs. Flynn, leave for the coast to spend the winter. W.E. Somerville, an experienced druggist, arrived last Saturday to accept a position with the McGruer Pharmacy. Mr. Somerville is a Tennessean, but lately from indianapolis, Ind., and with his many years' experience will make a valuable acquisition to this establishment. BUSINESS CHANGE This week witnesses the transfer of one of the leading general merchandise stores of Hannah. For ten years with characteristic energy and fair dealing W. J. Faris had developed a business that ranks with any in its line in this part of the state. The condition of his health compelled him to dispose of his prosperous business and seek a change of climate. While regretting his departure his friends and customers are hopeful that he may be benefited by this change. J.S. Beckerjock, a well established merchant of Hope, N.D. is the new proprietor. As announced elsewhere in these columns he takes possession with the perfect goodwill of his predecessor. For two days this week the store was closed to the public while Mr. Beckerjock assisted by O. J. Morrow and a staff of clerks went through the routine of stock taking. The work is complete and everything is in good working order. SERIOUS ACCIDENT As Sid Ackland, Robt. Laybourne Jr., and D. Davis were driving near town Sunday afternoon, their team became frightened by an automobile and jumped a ditch, throwing Davis who was driving, violently to the ground. The team being liberated ran in the direction of the bridge. Laybourne by a supreme effort succeeded in getting hold of the lines and was just bracing himself to pull the horses up when the vehicle struck the bridge with terrific impact. Both of the occupants were thrown head foremost out on the bridge. Laybourne was severely cut about the face and was badly bruised about the chest and legs. Ackland also sustained injuries that will keep him in bed for some time. Meanwhile Davis was restored to consciousness and Dr. Law was hastily summoned to the scene and now has all three patients on the way to recovery. From the nature of the accident it is almost miraculous that they escaped with their lives. Nov. 1, 1907 Died-Friday, Oct. 25th, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben. Higgens The Edinburg flour mill was destroyed by fire recently. It will not be rebuilt. Geo. Duncan, the owner, was a heavy loser. Bear in mind the beautiful sets given free with each range bought during cooking exhibit week at A. W. Thompson's hardware. Mr. and Mrs. G. G. Thornbury of Grand Forks, were guests in Hannah this week of the former's sister Mrs. H.E. Parsons. Winfield Buttler, a prosperous and well known farmer near Snowflake, left Tuesday with his family for Iowa, where they will spend the winter. John A. Wilson has been tendered the management of a lumber yard at Alameda, Sask. He may leave next week for that point with his family. Little Lena, daughter of James Templeton Jr., had the misfortune to fall from a work bench Monday and break both bones of her arm near the wrist. W. J. Faris has rented the real estate office formerly occupied by Joseph Catherwood, and will remain in these quarters for the present month while receiving settlement from those indebted to him. C. F. Beckerjeck of Hope, arrived on Tuesday and will take charge of his brother's store here, formerly Farris' store. Mr. J.F. Beckerjeck, the proprietor, having finished taking stock, left Wednesday for Hope where his large business interests demand almost his whole attention. Joseph Taylor, a successful Cavalier country teacher, has been engaged by the Linden School Board to take charge of the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades in the Hannah school. His room will open Monday Nov. 4th. Prof. Taylor has a broad experience in the profession and is a thorough teacher. Geo. Ayott resigned his position as a special on the police force Monday to accept an all winter's job with the reservoir crew at Hannah. His place on the force was filled by putting Leonard Kennant on until the appointment of a regular chief can be made, which will come up at the next meeting of the council, which is the first Monday in November. Jerry Kelland has been mentioned for the position and it is understood that Mayor Kepriva is favorable to his appointment. Jerry would make an excellent officer. - Langdon Republican. Nov. 15, 1907 Wm. Eason, formerly of Hannah, has recently been placed in charge of a lumber yard at Rolete. Leonard Koffski left for Milton on Saturday where he visited for a few days at the home of his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Ambrosious after a visit with their son east of town who has rented the Caver's farm, returned to their home in Illinois, Monday. Dr. E. I. Donovan of Langdon was up this week for a couple of days looking after his real estate and farm interests. Miss Emily Gaugstad, bookkeeper at the hardware store of A. Thompson, visited at the parental home at Milton this week. Miss Dunford, who has just closed a successful term of school in the McLean district, returned to her home in Langdon Saturday. Mrs. Gilbert and daughter who have been spending several weeks with relatives in St. Louis, Mo, returned home Tuesday. They report an excellent time. Sheriff Peter Reid came up from the county seat on Monday, in connection with the matter of the robbery at Thos. Spiker's billiard hall early Sunday morning. Jas. M. Stead, near Mowbray, is advertising a large sale on his farm on Thursday, Nov. 21. Mr. Stead is an old resident, but intends returning to his old home in Virginia. Thos. Valentine, after spending part of the summer in Hannah, left Monday for Watson, Sask., where with his family he will spend the winter on the homestead in that vicinity. Mrs. Geo. Wilson, who was the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Byers in Hannah for several days last week, continued on her journey home to N----- (unreadable). The case of Leonard Frye, charged with striking a woman in the face in a Langdon restaurant, recently, came up for hearing in that city Saturday. Frye was found guilty and fined $125 and costs. The case has been appealed. James and Euphemia McLean, brother and sister of Duncan Henry and Robert McLean, were up from Backoo (unreadable) last week for a visit with relatives. The McLeans have also been entertaining their niece and nephew Miss Maggie James and Aleck James of Mitchel, Ontario. Frank McGrath, after spending the latter part of this summer with the families of his brothers John ad Rob. McGrath, left for his home in Campbellford, Ontario, Monday. Mr. McGrath during his stay here made many friends who will be glad to welcome him at some future time. SAFE BLOWN About 1 o'clock Sunday morning Thos. Spiker's safe in the bowling alley was tapped and over $200, mostly in silver, was taken. The robbers effected an entrance by smashing a window in the rear of the alley (rest is unreadable) Nov. 29, 1907 Mrs. C.P. Getchell of Wales is a Hannah visitor today. Born-to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Rose on Saturday Nov. 23rd, a daughter. Allan Pinkerton, register of deeds, came up from Langdon Monday on business. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McConnell welcomed a little daughter to their home Friday morning. Tailor Bowler has an assistant and both are working overtime to catch up with the fall rush. Sam McAdam has started a new dray line and is prepared to move anything from the government down. Mrs. Chas. Bulloch of Arden, Man. is at present a guest of her brothers the McAdam boys west of town. Magnus Snowfield and daughter went to Grand Forks this week. Miss Snowfield will continue her course at the University. Prof. Taylor and Geo. Carvels are practicing the violin very diligently these days and are intent on forming an orchestra for Hannah. Miss Cartie McMillan came up today from Langdon to enjoy a holiday with friends here. She is deputy in this county auditor's office. Miss Gaugstad, who is the bookkeeper in Thompson's hardware store, went to her home in Milton to spend Thanksgiving with friends. Jas. Kyle of the Pioneer store is holding a mammoth sale which commences tomorrow, Saturday morning. The Kelly Co. has charge of the sale. Mrs. H. W. F. Law and son Frank have gone to Cedar Falls, Iowa with a view to improving the health of the latter. They will be gone a month or more. Mrs. Frank Law left last Saturday for a short visit with Dr. and Mrs. I.M. Law at Loma. She will then leave for a month's visit with relatives in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Feb. 7, 1908 Sidney Godwin, clerk in Beckerjeck's store, was taken quite ill last Friday evening and was confined to his bed for several days. He is now at his post again, feeling considerably improved. At the final hearing Monday before Justice Shanks, Druggist Davidson of Wales was bound over to the district court to answer the charge of selling liquor contrary to the laws of the state. Another valuable addition has been made this week to the thoroughbred stock of this district. Messrs. C.B. McMillan, Wm. McConnell, and James Austin received by express a registered Jersey bull raised by G.A. Chaffee of Long Lake, Minn. The merits of this class of stock for dairy purposes is too well known among the farmers to need any recommendation. Thompson-Gaugstad. At 10:00 am Tuesday at the home of the bride's uncle, Hans Ellenson, at Milton, a quiet wedding was solemnized which united in marriage A. W. Thompson and Miss Amelia Gaugstad. The bride, whose parents live at Park River, is a young lady well known and highly esteemed both in Milton and Hannah. She was attended at the altar by Miss Fannie Powles of Milton. Mr. Ed. Murray of Hannah assisted the groom, who is a hardware merchant here. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Horner of Hannah. Among those present from this place were Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thompson, parents of the groom. After the customary congratulations and a bountiful wedding dinner, the party took the train for Hannah. Miss Powles accompanied them. The happy couple left Wednesday for Winnipeg on a brief wedding tour, returning next week to make their home in Hannah. The Moon wishes them a happy life. Feb. 14, 1908 Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Thompson arrived home on Wednesday from Winnipeg where they have been spending part of their honeymoon Editor Lindstrom has gone on a trip to New Mexico. Wm. Reis, the genial butcher, is visiting friends at his old home in Wisconsin. A.R. Grimes, manager of the Atlas Lumber Co. here, spent a couple of days in Grand Forks this week. Mrs. Joseph Catherwood and children arrived this morning from Glen Logan, Sask., for a visit with her parents. Samuel Armstrong, formerly a baker in Hannah but more recently of Osnabrock and Langdon, was in town this week renewing acquaintances. At the home of Mrs. Nell Beaton, Hannah, on Saturday last at noon there occurred the marriage of Miss Mary Beaton to Mr. H. Turner, both of Calvin. Feb. 21, 1908 Rev. Geo. Horner, who had charge of the pulpit in the Holiness Movement church here during the summer, has gone to Delor_ine. His successor is Rev E. F. Smith, a former pastor in this field. Allan T. Beck, an expert druggist of Fort Dodge, Iowa, arrived yesterday and is duly installed as chief clerk in McGruer's Pharmacy Hall. He comes highly recommended and will no doubt prove a valuable acquisition both from a business and social standpoint. Miss Kate Hannah this week installed her dressmaking establishment in the vacant office building formerly occupied by Mr. Catherwood as real estate office. The location is a good one and her many patrons will find every advantage in this well equipped establishment. A quiet wedding was celebrated Monday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Saml. Eagleson near Milton, when their eldest daughter Tillie, was united in marriage to J.J. Litscher, a Hampien druggist. Rev. R. H. Myers performed the ceremony. After a bountiful wedding dinner the couple took the afternoon train for the Twin Cities. The bride is known to a number of Hannah friends who wish the young couple a happy journey through life. March 13, 1908 Mr. and Mrs. James Jamson left on Friday to visit their son in Edinburg. Miss McKay came up from Milton yesterday to visit her friends Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Thompson. April 3, 1908 C.I. Johnston of Larrimore, arrived Tuesday to take a position with A. W. Thompson as tinner. Mr. Johnston is an experienced tinner and hardware man. May 1, 1908 This week C. D. Butterwick severs his connection with the State Bank of Hannah, to take a general agency with the Pioneer Life Insurance Co. of North Dakota, for the counties of Cavalier, Towner, Roulette and Bottineau. Since his return from the Philippines where he saw some years of active service in the army, "Charlie" has been deputy postmaster in Hannah and bookkeeper in the State Bank. His courteous manner and business integrity have made him a general favorite (rest unreadable). May 8, 1908 C.I. Johnston, tinner at A.W. Thompson's hardware store, leaves tomorrow for a visit over Sunday with his family at Larimore Dr. Norman Balfour came over from Rock Lake yesterday to make his parents Mr. and Mrs. James Balfour a visit. The residence and buildings on the farm of Lei Fischer near Dresden were totally destroyed by prairie fire yesterday morning. Born-at Tagus, N.D., May 1st, to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Nelson, a daughter. Mrs. Nelson was formerly Miss Emma Hewitt. O.E. Countryman arrived home on Friday from Minneapolis where he attended the funeral of his father. He was absent two weeks. W. H. Hopkins is doing an extensive business in nursery stock this spring. A large consignment of trees and shrubs arrived the other day and have been distributed to beautify the homes of Cavalier County. The death of Arthur E. McCollar at the home of his brother A.P. near Calvin occurred on Friday, April 24th, at the age of 34. Rev. Father Bacher of Wales conducted the funeral services at Clyde on the 27th. William Kyle left Tuesday for Calvin where he will establish himself for the practice of veterinary surgery. His many friends in Hannah will watch with interest the progress of the young veterinarian and wish him unbounded success. July 3, 1908 Mrs. Andrew Stewart of Milton was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. A.W. Thompson, first part the week. WEDDING At Featherstone, Minn, Tuesday, June 30th, a pretty wedding took place. One of the citizens of Sarles, ND being the groom. Lyda May, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Libby at the home of the bride was united in matrimony to Wm. S. Murchie, son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Murchie of Byron. A large number of friends were present to witness the ceremony. After a short wedding tour the young couple will make their home in Sarles where the groom is a prosperous drayman. July 10, 1908 C.I. Johnston, employed at Thompson's hardware, has been enjoying a visit by his wife and daughter from Larimore. Harold Myers came up from Milton Friday and remained over Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Myers. Harry Lorenz, an experienced jeweler, arrived Friday from the east to take charge of the jewelry department in McGruer's drug store. Wm. McMahon, who until recently has been employed in the barber shop here, will open a barber shop in Snowflake this week. He is a good workman and will succeed in his new enterprise. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. McQueen of Glenboro, Man., are spending the week with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Jamieson. The former is a brother of Mrs. Jamieson and has charge of the depot in his home town. July 17, 1908 Mrs. C.I. Johnston and daughter who have been visiting Mr. Johnston in Hannah for more than a week past left for their home at Larimore on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. A.W. Thompson have been spending the week pleasantly at Lake Killarney, Man., where the Holiness Church is holding a monster camp meeting. Geo. Thompson, A.R. Grimes, Chas. Tattle and C. A. Gilbert left late Saturday evening in Thos. Spiker's auto for Rock Lake, Man. They returned Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Phillips, who have been visiting at Cavalier, passed through here Wednesday on their way home to Sarles, where they own two quarter sections adjoining the town. Joseph Connor, who for nearly a year past has operated the blacksmith shop opposite Hannah's barn, left yesterday for Easby where he has purchased the blacksmith shop at that point. He was accompanied by Mrs. Connors and they will take up their residence there at once. A letter from Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Russell who are spending their honeymoon in Ontario find them well and enjoying their outing. Through some misunderstanding their wedding announcements were made to read "At home after July 26th" whereas it should have read "At home after August 26th." C.B. and A.J. McMillan, Dave Hannah, Jr., Arthur Partridge and Robt. McLean were among the number who left early Sunday morning on the special train for Grand Forks. In the ball game at that point, the Grand Forks Pickets beat the Langdon team by a score of 5-4. Mrs. Felix Vouk, of St. Cloud is being held at Larimore by Deputy Sheriff Kelly to await news from relatives at her home. She is insane. With her are four children, the youngest being two and the oldest 12. Mrs. Vouk was found wandering near Larimore. She was placed in Fred Kingston's lodging house and yesterday afternoon she again made her escape. She eluded the deputy sheriff for hours and was finally located 15 miles from Larimore. She was brought back. St. Cloud officials have promised to send an officer today to take Mrs. Vouk back home. She claims that she was on her way to visit a sister in North Dakota. NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the matter of the estate of Eleanor McCullough, deceased. Notice is hereby given by the undersigned Thomas H. Proir and Chas. B. McMillan, executors of the last will and testament of Eleanor McCullough, deceased, late of the Township of Linden, in the County of Cavalier, and State of North Dakota, to the creditors of and all persons having claims against said deceased, to exhibit and present them, with the necessary vouchers therefore, to Chas. B. McMillan, at his office in the village of Hannah, County of Cavalier and State of North Dakota, within six months after the first publication of this notice. Dated July 8th, 1908. Thos. H. Prior, Chas. B. McMillan, Executors of the last will and testament of Eleanor McCullough, deceased. W. A. McIntyre, Attorney for the estate, First publication on July 17th, 1908. July 24, 1908 Mrs. S. T. Hart, who has been quite ill for the past two weeks, is again able to be about. Mrs. Chris. Oftedahl and children, of Milton, are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Thompson this week. Samuel McAdam and son Neil returned from Winnipeg Tuesday, where they attended the Exposition. Samuel Armstrong, the baker, has joined his wife and daughter in a visit at Osnabrock and Langdon this week. Miss Edith Bullock of Arden, Man., arrived Wednesday for a visit with her uncles Samuel, Charlie, and Steve McAdam. A daughter was born Wednesday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Ambrosius, who reside southeast of Hannah. NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the matter of the estate of Donald P. McTavish, deceased. Notice is hereby given by the undersigned, Chas. B. McMillan and John Moffatt, executors of the last will and testament of Donald P. McTavish, deceased, late of the village of Hannah, in the County of Cavalier, and State of North Dakota, to the creditors of and all persons having claims against said deceased, to exhibit and present them, with the necessary vouchers therefore, to Chas. B. McMillan, at his office in the village of Hannah, County of Cavalier and State of North Dakota, within six months after the first publication of this notice. Dated July 8th, 1908. Chas. B. McMillan, John Moffatt, Executors of the last will and testament of Donald P. McTavish, deceased. W. A. McIntyre, Attorney for estate. First publication on July 17th, 1908. July 31, 1908 William Hewitt was up from Park River on Monday to attend the Smith-Hewitt nuptials. Deputy County Superintendent Miss Annie McLean spent Sunday at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Henry McLead. Mr. and Mrs. Dan Hart of Daniels are rejoicing over the birth of a son, which event took place Tuesday morning, July 28th. Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Hart and son Kenneth left yesterday for Keewating, Ont., where they will visit with Mr. Hart's sister. The ten year old daughter of Wesley Blake was operated on for appendicitis yesterday morning at the Hannah Hospital and the patient is doing nicely. Arthur Partridge, the efficient druggist at McGruer's drug store, left for his home at Rolla, N.D. yesterday. He was called there by illness in his father's family. Leonard Koffski who is residing with Albert Thompson in the north end of town, had the misfortune to be kicked by a colt last Monday. He was struck in the left breast and in the face, the latter blow breaking his nose. Mrs. Chris. Ofstedahl and children after a pleasant visit with Mr. and Mrs. A.W. Thompson, left Saturday for their home at Milton. The youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McConnell, while playing with a washing machine last Friday accidentally got one finger caught in the cogs and nearly severed it. Dr. Law dressed the wound and has hopes of saving the finger. William Forster, who has been making his home with the family of his son Rev. F. G. Forster in Hannah, left this morning for Toronto, Canada, where he will spend the fall and winter. A quiet but pretty wedding took place Monday evening at 7 o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Hewitt, south of town. Their daughter Olive was united in marriage to Alf. Smith, Rev. Elmer Duden officiating. The bride who has grown up with the town is a most estimable young lady whose friends are legion. She was a promising teacher of Cavalier County who by application and close study made her profession a success. The groom who about two years ago was employed in the tonasorial parlors here is now a progressive business man of LaRiviere, Man., where the couple will make their home, and for which place they departed after a bouteous wedding supper. The Moon joins their many friends in wishing them a safe and happy journey through life. Joseph Myers and son Robbie were called to Inkster on Saturday where the death occurred that morning of Mrs. Myer's mother, Mrs. Casement. Mrs. Myers having been in constant attendance at her mother's bedside. Deceased who has not been well for years had for the past few months been failing fast, and owing to her extreme age, 81 years, death was not unexpected. Deceased was born in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada, and came west with her family in 1885, locating at Inkster. Since she became a widow she had made her home with the family of her son Hugh Casement at Inkster. She is survived by seven children. One son at Inkster, a daughter Mrs. Joseph Myers at Hannah, a daughter at Medford, Oregon, one daughter and two sons in Alberta Canada, and two sons in Ontario Canada. The funeral took place at Inster on Sunday afternoon. ARREST Constable John Hannah left early Tuesday morning for Killarney, Man., where he went to take charge of S. J. Woodland, who had been jailed there on a charge of appropriating a horse, the charge being preferred by John Higgens, a farmer west of Hannah. After the arrival here in an interview the young man stated that there was no intention on his part whatever to appropriate the horse. He was working for John Higgins who had sold him the horse with the understanding that he was to pay for it in wages. He had three month's wages coming, at $25 per month, and he states that Mr. Higgins gave him permission to dispose of the horse at any time if he so desired. He drove to Killarney for a visit, when he was arrested. He states that he would have come home on his own accord if he had been permitted to do so, but instead he was detained in jail. Mr. Higgins, however, seems determined to push the case. The young man who is about 25 years of age has all his relatives living in London, England. Pending instructions from the states attorney he is in charge of Constable Hannah who is giving him full liberty which he does not seem disposed to in any way take advantage of. Aug. 14, 1908 The restaurant which has remained closed since July 4th, was this week re-opened to take care of the fall trade. Proprietor Weir gives good meals. Mrs. H.W. F. Law and son arrived home yesterday from Winnipeg Beach, where they spent two weeks for the benefit of the little boy's health. Mrs. C.B. McMilan returned from Winnipeg Beach yesterday afternoon where she has spent the past three weeks at that delightful summer resort. Merrit Thompson who for nearly a year past has been employed as clerk at Thompson's confectionery store, left this morning for his home at Waukopa, Manitoba. Mr. and Mrs. James Byers arrived yesterday from Jack Fish, Sask., where they have been since early spring. Their daughter Goldie returned with them from Winnipeg Beach. Alex. Reid arrived from Glen Logan Sask., yesterday, where with Mrs. Reid they have spent the past year on their claim. He will remain for three weeks looking after harvest operations. The Misses Lottie and Ada Taggart arrived from Ontario on Saturday to spend their vacation at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Waite near Hannah. The ladies are cousins of Mrs. Waite from Smith Falls. Arthur Partifidge, druggist at McGruer's drug store, is home again from a trip to Rolls, N.D., where he was called on the death of his grandmother. On his return he attended the druggist's convention at Devil's Lake. Aug. 28, 1908 Mr. and Mrs. James Kyle enjoyed a visit over Sunday by Mr. Kyles' mother, also three nieces and a nephew, all of Neche, N.D. Mr. and Mrs. Jamison of Rochester N.Y. are guests at the home of their uncle and aunt Mr. and Mrs. James Jamison here. A. Chapman of Grand Forks, an experienced line man and electrician, has accepted a position with the telephone company here. James Byers sold a quarter section 2 1/2 miles southwest of Calvin this week to Ed. Runyon for $4,800 or $30 an acre. Mr. Runyon takes possession Nov. 1st, next. The family of Mr. Johnston, of the Thompson hardware, arrived from Larimore on Friday, and may make arrangements to reside here for the winter Sept. 4, 1908 Miss Thackaberry of the Boundary Hotel has been suffering from an attack of quinay for the past week. Mrs. Thackaberry, who now makes her home at Johnstown, N.C., came up this week for a visit with relatives. Miss Bertha Odden came up from her school in Dresden township Saturday, spending Sunday with her friends here. Rev. R. H. Myers of Milton visited his brother Joseph here this week, and incidentally bagged a few chickens and ducks. Mrs. P.W. Ault of Easby was up on Monday to visit her sister Mrs. E. Smith who was able to leave the hospital Sunday. Mrs. Samuel Hines arrived home from an extended visit at Remidje on Tuesday, where her son, John Hines, resides. Dr. Fansett drove over to Sarles on Tuesday where he takes care of his dental practice at that point and also at Calvin, this week. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thompson and Mr. and Mrs. A.W. Thompson left for Miami Man. Saturday, spending a few days at that point. Frank J. Curran arrived on Wednesday from Jamestown where he has been teaching a parochial school during the summer. The store buildings of W.E. Adams and D. McGruer are this week receiving handsome coats of paint with very harmonizing trimmings. Mrs. Eliza Bell, who has visited with the family of her son Thos. Bell, hear Calvin, for two months past, left Tuesday for her home at Collingwood, Ont. L.B. Gibbs, a well known grain and fuel dealer of Grand Forks, committed suicide on account of business trouble Tuesday. The city is shocked over the tragedy. Nov. 27, 1908 Veterinarians John and William Kyle of Calvin and Rock Lake respectively, came over to spend Thanksgiving with their parents. Mr. Johnston, the right hand man at Thompson's hardware, left Tuesday to spend the remainder of the week with his family at Larimore. Mrs. John Cameron of Calvin was able to leave the hospital here Wednesday for her home after a very successful operation for appendicitis. Miss Ruford, the new teacher, arrived Wednesday. She is a graduate of the River Falls Normal and has been teaching in the Daniels district. Rev. J. B. Clapp is dead. He was a well known Sabbath School worker and will be remembered by the people of this district in that line. He died in Fargo of diabetes after a two weeks' illness. WEDDING A quiet wedding took place Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eph. Adams. Miss Edith Gould was united in marriage to Mood Wilson, both of Hannah. Rev. F. G. Forster (rest unreadable). Dec. 4, 1908 Wm. Bulloch of Weyburn, Sask., left for home yesterday after a visit with his uncle, Geo. Bullock of this place. The many friends of Mrs. Thos. Spiker will be pleased to learn that she is recovering rapidly from a very critical operation in the Hannah hospital. Robert Smith, who suffered the loss of his billiard hall and bowling alley is considering the advisability of securing the building formerly occupied by Andrew Glommen, for similar purposes. Linden Lodge of Odd Fellows met last evening in their hall and elected the following officers for the ensuing year: C.M. Lawson, N G; J. A. Thompson, V. G; O.E. Countryman, Secretary; Wm. Dryburgh, Treasurer; C. D. Butterwick, Trustee. C. I. Johnston, employed in Thompson's hardware store, received a telegram Tuesday which called him to his home in Larimore. Mrs. Johnston's brother, Charles Stackhouse, who has been living on his claim near Rugby, came down to Larimore for his Thanksgiving holiday. While there he was taken suddenly ill and died. The message did not give any details of his illness. Deceased was 52 years of age and a bachelor. CARD OF THANKS To the many who so willingly and bravely assisted in fighting the recent fire, thereby saving my store building and contents, I wish to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation. Sincerely, James Kyle. JOHN IS HIMSELF On Monday evening of this week a deal was consummated whereby John S. Gordon & Co. became the owners of the Clyde Drug Store. An inventory was taken Tuesday and a registered pharmacist will be placed in charge and a complete line of drugs and sundries will be kept constantly on hand. John Gordon will be favorably remembered as a former resident of Hannah, having at one time been right hand man at the McGruer drug store. ANOTHER FIRE Shortly after 12:00 o'clock noon on Monday fire broke out in Robert Smith's bowling alley, upstairs. Before it was discovered the flames had made considerable headway. A veritable blizzard was raging at the time with the wind blowing from the northwest. An alarm was sounded. All the male population left the dining room and hurried to the scene. The burning building was located almost in the center of a block of wooden buildings. Hewitt's building on the east, occupied by Bye's restaurant was soon enveloped in flames also. A vacant lot between this building and the Boundary Hotel, which is sheeted and roofed with iron left an opportunity to prevent the fire from going farther east. On the west side Kyle's general store, Thompson's hardware store, Thompson's confectionery and bake shop, Moon Office, Citizen's Bank and McGrath's general store, all seemed probable prey for the flames. Kyle's warehouse which connected between his store and the burning building was attacked by willing hands, ripped asunder and carried with its contents into the street. The removal of this building saved beyond peradventure the balance of the block. As the fire worked its way back along the alley another stand was made to save Hart's barn in the rear of the hotel. A force pump and hose which landlord Hart always keeps ready for action did good service here. That the butcher shop, barber shop and Bulloch's residence across the street did not ignite is due to the fact that falling snow was sufficiently heated to make it adhesive to these buildings. Losses sustained were as follows: Robt. Smith $1500, insured for $1200; Wm Hewitt, $1000, no insurance; James Kyle, $250, no insurance. Jan. 1, 1909 Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Bye of the Northwestern Hotel, issued invitations this week for a New Year's ball which takes place New Year's Eve., Dec. 31. A good time is promised those in attendance. Fred Borusky of Wales was in town Monday. He goes to Valley City to attend the North Dakota Educational Association meeting this week, thence to New York State to look after an estate to which he recently fell heir. Fred is one of the old timers who always had faith in Cavalier County and helped to make it what it is. For many years he taught school here and has never lost his vital interest in educational progress. In driving out Sat. night to make a professional call near Clyde, Drs. John and Wm. Lyle had an exciting experience. When about four miles from town the top-cutter upset. Their team took the hint and gained their liberty. It was impossible to hold the frightened animals bundled up and tumbled up as the occupants were. Both succeeded in getting clear from the rig before it became a wreck in an adjoining plowed field. Beyond a few bruises neither was injured. A friendly farmer brought the young me back to tow. The team was found later in a yard still hooked to the dismantled cutter. MATRIMONIAL A quiet wedding was celebrated in St. Paul at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23rd. The bride, Ida May Collier, daughter of Rev. Collier of Leavenworth, Kansas, is a young lady highly esteemed in church and social circles for her talents and accomplishments. Dr. John Kyle of Rock Lake, N.D. is the fortunate groom. He is a son of James Kyle, general merchant of Hannah. Having practically grown up in this community his friends here know him to be a young man who is making a success out of life. They all congratulate him and his bride on their happy union. On their arrival here Thursday, where they are spending their honeymoon, the village band extended greetings by a cheerful serenade. Mr. and Mrs. Kyle will be at home at Rock Lake to their friends early in the new year. TEMPERANCE AND LITERARY SOCIETY Monday evening the first regular meeting for the season of the Hannah Temperance and Literary Society was held in the Presbyterian church. Rev. E. Duden the retiring president called the meeting to order and a motion for reorganization was carried. He appointed a nominating committee, which soon came forward with the following list of officers, all of whom were duly elected. President, S. J. A. Boyd. Vice President, Wm. Valentine Secretary, Earle Treleaven Treasurer, Mrs. A. W. Thompson Program Committee, Wm. Hay (rest unreadable) Feb. 26, 1909 The funeral of the late William T. Hewitt took place from the Presbyterian church Tuesday afternoon. Rev. F. G. Forester conducted the services and the choir assisted with music. A large concourse of friends were present to pay their last respects to the memory of the departed. All the children with the exception of Mrs. Harry Newlson who is ill, were present at the sad rites to comfort their aged mother. The pall bearers were Joseph Myers, Geo. Bullock, Dave Hannah, Sr. Jas. Templeton, Matt McKnight and Chas. A. Gilbert. The internment took place at the Hannah cemetery. Miss Rudow, one of our accomplished teachers, spend several days at Daniels first part of this week. The Queen Esther Circle entertained at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Elmer Duden this evening. Miss Hannah Hood, of the teaching staff here, spend Sunday with friends at Milton, returning Monday. Miss Lizzie Hewitt and cousin Basil Hewitt, of Winnipeg, where over this week in attendance at the Hewitt obsequies. Manager Eph. Adams is making preparations to hold a mask carnival at the ice rink on Friday evening. Alf. Smith and wife of LaReviere were over to attend the funeral of the late Wm. Hewitt. Mrs. Robert Lucton arrived from Saskatchewan first part of the week and is making a visit at the home of her brother Albert Hewitt. Miss Stella Pollock, after a two months' visit at her home at LaRiviere, returned Saturday to resume her former position in the McGrath Bros. departmental store. Samuel Armstrong, baker at the Thompson's confectionery store, has resigned his position with a view of entering business in some of the newer towns west of here. C.B. McMillian and M.C. Olson last Friday received automobiles from Chicago. One for McMilan and two for Olson. Mrs. I. G. Long arrived home Wednesday from a business trip to St. Paul and Chicago, where she selected her spring stock of millinery for the new store at Jamestown, N.D., for which city Mrs. Long and her family will shortly depart. PIONEER GONE In the death of Mr. John Loyne of Woodbride, Cavalier County loses one of its most widely known citizens (rest unreadable). Mar. 5, 1909 Duncan McLean drove to Crystal City Thursday to meet a relative who comes here from Ontario. Mr. Johnston of the Thompson hardware, left Saturday for Larimore to visit his family there over Sunday. Miss Eva Templeton accompanied her aunt Mrs. Carson to Langdon on Saturday where she remained over Sunday. Dr. Fansett is in Grand Forks today where he meets Mrs. Fansett and the baby who are returning from Chicago. George Jamison has rented the M. C. Olson farm northeast of Hannah, and expects to remove there next week. Tony Kieffer, the wide awake auctioneer of Wales, was here Saturday. He is kept busy managing spring sales. Mrs. John Spearman and Mrs. W. McKitrick of Crystal City visited their sister Mrs. Wm. Dickson of Hannah. Robertson Hargrave on the first of the month resumed his position in the Citizens Bank of Wales, having attended to private interests for two months past. Mrs. I. M. Law and baby are visiting at the home of Wm. Dickson. Dr. Law and family have removed from Loma to Munich where the doctor is enjoying a lucrative practice. Wm. Dryburgh received a 'wire' stating that his three new Ford autos would be shipped next week. He has already disposed of one to his brother Martin Dryburgh, the Medford banker. The family of Samuel Armstrong left Monday for Sarles where they will make their future home. Mr. Armstrong who has had charge of the bakery at Thompson's confectionery here has started a bakery at that point. March 19, 1909 C.I. Johnston was called to Larimore on Friday by the death of Mrs. Johnston's brother in the West, to where they will probably journey before Mr. Johnston's return. W. H. Hopkins and family who have resided in Hannah for some years past, left Friday for Minneapolis where the family will remain while Mr. Hopkins goes on to Texas to arrange for a home on a profitable garden truck farm in that state. March 26, 1909 Born-March 21, to Mr. and Mrs. John Holman, a daughter. Arthur Partridge came back from Fargo, Saturday, and has again joined the force in McGruer's drug store. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Thompson are being congratulated on the birth of twin sons, which interesting event occurred Tuesday morning. Mr. Ward of the Gilbert Mercantile store expects his family to arrive here from Crookston about the first week in April, and they will occupy the W.E. DeLong residence. C.I. Johnston, tinner at Thompson's hardware, and his family, are visiting at Hays City, Kansas, where the death of Mrs. Johnston's brother summoned them two weeks ago. The Ladies' Aid of the Presbyterian church will hold a bakery sale of cakes, cookies, pies, and goodies in W. E. Adam's hardware store, Saturday, April 3rd, at 3:00 p.m. May 14, 1909 David Hannah is now employed by the McMillian Machine Co. Iver Larson, proprietor of the Hannah tonsorial parlors was a business caller at Wales the fore part of the week. C. I. Johnston, who was for some time employed in the Thompson hardware store, left Saturday for Cavalier. He has a position in a hardware store. Robert Walker of Elkton Michigan, visited his daughter Mrs. F. G. Forster, here during the week and left today for Swift Current to see the family located in their new home. Thos. Valentine has accepted a position in Thompson's Hardware store. MINISTRY ENDED This week Rev. F. G. Forster severed his relationship as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Hannah. He came here from Lariviere, Manitoba in the autumn of 1905 and soon after was admitted to the Pembina Presbytery. During his stay here he has endeared himself to the people and has done much to advance the interests of the church. Always an industrious student he has become noted as a forceful and practical preacher of the gospel. His trite sayings and native Irish wit made him popular as a lecturer. MCLEAN HOME BURNED About 10:30 Monday evening fire broke out in the residence of Senator McLean four miles west of town. The family had retired and were all asleep. Mr. McLean was awakened by a glare on the window from flames which appeared to have started on the roof. He gave the alarm and the members of the family including two farmhands began to save what was possible of the household effects. A stiff gale blew from the south so that no time was lost in trying to control the flames. A piano, some furniture and a part of their clothing were removed beyond reach of the flames. The handsome residence with the bulk of its contents including many articles which cannot be replaced was speedily consumed. A probable loss of $3500 was covered only to the extent of $1000 on the building and nothing on the contents. (rest unreadable). August 13, 1909 John Sinclair, one of our popular blacksmiths, went to Winnipeg Wednesday to get a man to help in his shop. Mr. and Mrs. Fred McDonald are the proud parents of a baby girl which arrived at their home last week. A baby girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Martin last week. All concerned are doing well. Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Balfour returned Tuesday from their honey moon trip to the coast. Their many good friends are pleased to see them back. The Adams ball bearing washing machine on exhibition at Thompson's hardware store is a winner. Guaranteed to wash in three minutes. Sent out on two weeks' trial. Try one. A.W. Thompson. Those who were struck by the hail storm which occurred last Thursday evening were as follows: J.A. Myers, P. Murchie, Jas. Millin, T. Hunt, Bert Rose, John King, Wm. Mitchell, Neil Shaw and others. Aug. 20, 1909 Foster Robeson has quit his position as assistant in the McGrath store and is now out "jogging bundles." Aug. 27, 1909 Mr. and Mrs. John Agar who have been visiting for some weeks at the homes of their son, W. J. Agar and daughter Mrs. S. J. A. Boyd, left for Winnipeg Monday enroute for their home in Llucknow, Ontario. Dec. 24, 1909 MORRIS-HIGGINS Announcements are out for the marriage of Miss Amy Higgins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Higgens of Hannah to Alfred Morris of Kisby, Sask. The groom is a prosperous young farmer who moved to the Canadian west from Woodbridge. The wedding took place in Winnipeg, Dec. 22 in the presence of a few relatives. The young couple are expected to reach Hannah next week where the bride has many friends and well wishers. She will be greatly missed in this community and especially by the Christian Endeavor and Sabbath School workers with whom she has been a faithful co-worker. Mr. and Mrs. Morris will begin housekeeping on the farm at Kisby. The Moon joins with their numerous friends in congratulations.