Village of Milton, Cavalier County, North Dakota - The Milton Globe These newspaper transcriptions are from the period 1888 - 1900 and were submitted by Lyn Sinnema (Lyn248@aol.com). They add a dimension to our research which source documents can never capture. They show the day to day activity of people who were carving a life for themselves from the frontier. We are pleased to have these transcriptions in the 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. ************************************************************************ (c)1999 Lyn Sinnema ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1888 June 1, 1888 Yesterday afternoon John Fitzgerald appeared before Justice Powles charged with assault and battery against Henry Schret, and was fined $10 and costs. This is the first arrest made since the incorporation of the town and the marshall acted in a manner which proved he is the right man in the right place. Mrs. Andrew Ofstedahl and children arrived here on Tuesday evening from LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Mrs. Ofstedahl is made welcome to Milton by our citizens and we are pleased to see our social circle thus increased. All kinds of tinware repaired at Finnesth & Helgesen's. Several spring pigs wanted for which a good price will be paid. Apply to G. S. Darling at LeBelle restaurant. Leave your orders for binding twine at Catherwood's. Buy your stoneware at Catherwood's. Churns, milk pans, crocks and jugs at Catherwood's. Mrs. John Johnston and Mrs. Witherell, wife and mother-in-law of John Johnston, of Johnston Bros., arrived on last evening's train, and will reside here in the future. J. F. Anderson & Co. have placed a very handsome soda water fountain in their drug store On William Thompson's farm one and one half miles from town there is a wild plum tree in full bloom. The tree leaved out very early and commenced to blossom last Friday. This is remarkably early, although the same tree has blossomed fully a week earlier than any other in the neighborhood for several years. June 29, 1888 Milton Baseball Club W. Fallis, catcher; James Horte, 1st base; John Fitzgerald, 2nd base; Lyman Sumpter, 3rd base; R. Catherwood, rt. fielder; L.N. Gray, center fielder; Jas. Cameron, left fielder; Earl Reynolds, short stop; F. Wilder, pitcher; G. Borte, extra. James Yeo has placed a large sign on the roof of his livery stable. July 20, 1888 DIED. Wood-At the residence of Mr. Albert Thompson, on Saturday, July 14, 1888; Mrs. Jane Wood, aged 73 years. The funeral took place on Monday and was largely attended. Hans Ellenson has gone to St. Paul on business connected with his store. Hans intends to hustle things right along and show what he can do. W. Cain has determined to extend his operations as far as Osnabrock; he will be there once a week. So good an artist as Billy cannot but be appreciated in the neighboring town. Notices of Homestead Proofs: James E. Taylor Christ Rasmusson Bjorn Gudmundson John Petersch Sept. 7, 1888 Hot and cold baths at Wm. Cain's Barber shop. Panel photographs, 4 by 8, for $6 per dozen at George Homme's photograph gallery. The J. I. Case threshers and engines sold by Gunder Nelson. Sept. 14, 1888 Ellenson and Co. are ready to see old friends and to make new ones. They have a neat store and are prepared to accommodate everyone as well as the best. The stock they are getting in is large and varied; boxes, little, big, and huge, strew the sidewalk every morning and Hans hustles. On all sides we see preparations for the fall trade. Merchants are stocking up, and all are increasing the facilities for storage, if not the size of their stores. Catherwood is piling goods in and building shelving all around his store to hold his stock. Ofstedahl Bros. have now the largest store in Cavalier County, and they are going to fill it up too. Johnston and Wroolie have always held a reputation for keeping a large stock, and this fall they intend to eclipse all former efforts, while O. H. Gilman and Co. are piling goods all around. Any person who wants first class work done in the boot and shoe line will call Olson's harness shop. We wish some gentlemen from Gardar would take the Globe and give us cordwood in exchange. It does not look dignified to sneak round back yards and steal wood every morning, besides, it is becoming dangerous. 1889 Jan. 25, 1889 (poem by Snowbird, from Elgin) Once again I fly south But stop to take the (unreadable) While gazing up along the wall Behold the letters of Catherwood's hall In calling in, I felt surprise, at the sight that met my eyes. Of dry goods, buys and shoes, And everything also you wish to use, Joe keeps the best of goods, I'm told, and swears he won't be undersold. In going on my way progressing, I come to the house of Mr. Treseng, By calling to it you'll find, The very best of cigars and wine, And if you object to beer or punch, You can turnabout and have lunch. Across the street I'm forced to call, And view the store of Ofstedahl, They've the largest clock in all the west, In quality the very best, In drygoods and groceries they can't be beat, You'll always find their stock complete, And the best of all is yet to tell, How very cheap they're bound to sell. In going east towards the coulee, I came to the firm of Johnston &Wroolie, On going in, there I found, The nicest men in all the town. Nothing in the country with them can compare, for drygoods, groceries and hardware, To show their goods they're always willing, Tho' you never have to spend a shilling. but if you buy before you leave, Twenty percent you'll save I believe. The next place at which one touches, is the furniture store of Mr. Goetchins. His stock I can't enumerate, But you'll always find his store complete. His goods are as good as I've ever seen, And good enough for King and Queen. Everything to supply you after marriage, From a sofa down to a baby carriage. In going out, I was forced to stop, And enter Olle's butcher shop. He keeps the fat of all the land, and ever has a good supply on hand, of pork, beef, mutton, fowl, or fish, Just call for anything you happen to wish. To prove the truth of what I say, Just call and see as you pass his way. Next I strike it is the dwelling, Of the smiling and affable Francis Delling, To describe his stock would tire old Job, for he sells fruits that grow all over the globe. Tobaccos and cigars of the best selection, And all possible kinds of the best confections. Of toys and notions his stock's complete, His stock of goods cannot be beat. Now I'm sorry here I have to stop, And not describe the Farmer's home and jeweler shop, But to tell the truth I've not been in, And to make up lies would be a sin. but when the time to call I find, I'll try and place them all in line. It's getting late, but I'd like to dwell, And call to see the new hotel. the town of Milton is surely blessed, With the finest house in the whole northwest. Its spacious rooms are without number, where you can go in to rest or slumber, The dining room can't be beat, For plenty of the best to eat. Everywhere you're met with pleasant looks, Even by the waiters and the cooks. And if you wish to visit the bar, You'll find the very best liquor and cigar, The accommodations, to say the least, Are first class for both man and beast. Dear Editor, I'm much afraid, A trespass on your space I've made, but if I return and have the leisure, I'll take the north side with pleasure. SNOWBIRD Feb. 8, 1889 Notices of Homestead Proofs Bjarn Olgersson Marthea Olson Robert P. Ottem Lars A. Dahl Robert F. Hay Herman T. Flom Mar. 1, 1889 MARRIED-Watson-Thompson. At the residence of the bride's father, on Feb. 27th, 1889, Mr. James Watson to Miss Eliza E. Thompson, both of Milton. Notices of Homestead Proofs Mary Torkelson John Anderson Holte Syvrin E. Sobak Antoine Lafreniere Joseph Charles Wilson On Friday night the train ran off the track. The passengers played patience from 8 pm to about 5 am. Mar. 15, 1889 Albert Thompson's team took a trip by themselves last Monday; in other words they ran away. No harm done, however. E. O. Holler is giving lessons on the guitar and violin at 50 cents an hour. W. D. Raymond has just opened a carpenter and wagon shop in the rear of Rob. McComb's blacksmith shop. Delling's variety store, fruits, vegetables, confectionery, reading matter, daily papers, music books, cigars, tobacco, oysters in season, musical instruments. Frank Delling, No. 650 Oakland Street, Milton, ND. Mar. 22, 1889 Mr. J. Thompson and wife, of Park River, are staying with their daughter Mrs. H. E. Kinney. Last Tuesday the Rev. Father Ricklin held mass at the NorthWestern Hotel. This is the first mass held in Milton. The new firm of Gillman, Treseng & Co., have opened up the following line of Farm Machinery. Badger Seeders, Appleton, Hegerless and Champion Harrows, Pekin gang, Walking and Sulky Plows, Smith wagons, Spiral Spring Buggies, the best in the market. Mar. 29, 1889 The happiest man in town on Sunday morning was Frank Delling, for he found himself the proud father of a son and heir. Frank felt like giving away all the goods in his store away in treats to the boys. MARRIED. Sproule-Staplas. On Wednesday March 27th, by Rev. J. E. Berry. Mr. J. Sproule to Miss E. Staples. Gun Club Officers: L.N. Gray, Morris Johnston, F. H. Wilder (poem by Snowbird of Elgin) As I had promised when I could get round to take in the north side of town I will now try and do my best, commencing at the north west end of Oakland Avenue. The old Pioneer Band stand there I'm telt, and is occupied by A. O Bilchfeldt, His business is being enlarged I'm told, I mean his stock of stamps and gold, And if you call as a needy friend, He is ready to you the same to lend. If you have land to toil or buy, You had better Mr. Bichfeldt try, He always does his very best, In completing titles and contests, And what suits the very best of all, You'll find his charges are only small. In going cast upon the hop, I notice next the milliner's shop, In stepping in upon the run, I see it is owned by Miss Erickson, Her stock of goods are all so nice, And she sells to suit the hard times price, She cuts with skill and dews with ease, Her work would any lady please, She can adorn your dress with lace or tape, And all admit she does it cheap, If you want a handsome hat or bonnet, This is the place depend upon it. In going to the next door, You come to Ellenson's general store, but for me to begin to enumerate, The stock he has got in of late, Would be beyond my comprehension, for he has everything you could mention In dry goods and in grocery line, The finest samples you can find, Hats caps and bonnets, boots and shoes, Of every style and make you may choose, Ready made clothing both dark and fair, And warranted not to rip or tear, You can save money here's your chance, Just call and make a deal with Hans. In advancing on just one door more, I'm right at the Post Office store, Being eagerly anxious to see inside, I knocked at the door, it opened wide, But it was to me a fresh surprise, To see what lay before my eyes, Delicious fruits both fresh and sound, And candies, too, their equal can't be found, Of books and stationery, a full supply, Of toys and notions piled up high, Cutlery, jewelry, diamonds, and life sized dolls, All sold so cheap by Mrs. Powles, The Post Office outfit can't be beat, for everything is kept so neat. Attended with care are the pigeon holes, by the honest obliging Joseph Powles, To town and country t'would be a great disaster, Should they ever lose their present Postmaster. He sells the cottage Organ Grand, All tested by his skillful hand, If you buy you'll never grudge the pay, For he can teach you both to sing and play. Next door east if I make no blunder, Is the machine shop of the smiling Gunder, He sells so cheap with (unreadable) Although he's sheriff of the county, He will sell on time without bond or bail, No you need not fear being put in jail. His plow's and harrows work neat are not bulky, And I see that some of his plows are called "Sulky." His wagons and buggies, his cutters and sleighs, for strength, beauty and finish do people amaze, He sells mowers and binders o'er the whole world renowned, hay rakes and sickle grinders the best to be found. SNOWBIRD May 10, 1889 (poem by Snowbird from Elgin) Starting again on my career, I'll tell the truth, without dread or fear, The hardware store took my attention, With their hosts of stoves of late invention. They can make the stove pipes mend the tin, And warrant them all for to hold in, Finneseth he with Helgesen and Co. They own the stock and sell it low, They handle iron tin brass copper and metal From a half pint tin to a ten pail kettle, There's nothing in the Hardware line If you call in but you will find, No use in looking round for cheaper, You can buy for cash or good clean paper. They sell paint and oil of every shade and number And all kinds of the best lumber, For to call and test my statement do not fail, And I know you can get an honest deal. Across the street you may suppose, Stands the drug store where people goes, For garden seeds and oil and paint, And drugs to cure every complaint, The drugs they are both strong and pure, And warranted every time to cure, There's nothing heard of in their line, but you can in this drugstore find. And Milton town is surely blessed With the best-looking druggist in the West, J.F. Annerson by name, I forgot to state, And we are proud of him at the county seat, Now when you go up there pray don't be lax But insist on collecting the county tax, So that our town orders they may not gull, But that we may get their face value in full. Still striving hard to leave no blank, The next door is the Milton bank, A beautiful building all around and round, A credit to Milton, or any other town. And a real pleasure it is, I can truly say, To call in on a business day, No one need dread or fear, To deal with the honest popular cashier, Yes the best of loans you can get from The obliging and accommodating Mr. Prom, And if you wish a while to stop, You can insure your building or your crop, And guarantee you all losses without fail. Hgaine firs, lightning, wind or hail. I had nearly forgotten to remark, The presidents D. H. Beeclier and Sydney Olarke, We know they need no commendation, There's no nicer men in all this nation. SNOWBIRD. May 24, 1889 A. O. Olson has fitted up a fine Harness shop on Oakland Avenue, Milton, Dakota Territory. June 14, 1889 Notices of Homestead Proofs Thom Larson Holum John Herman Arni Arnason Krisjan Gislason Ole L. Stave Jacob Rollefstad Francis E. Rennaud Antoine Lafreniere Anthony Kilcoyne Torege G. Lonnegraff June 21, 1889 We notice that Ellenson & Arneson are building a stable on their lot behind their store. Notices of Homestead Proofs August Palement Isidore Beauchamp Hans H. Graven John Kelly Aug. 15, 1889 We heard the tap of the hammer and the wrenching of nails as we passed by Ellenson & Arneson's store last Friday. Calling in to find out the reason we found that these rustlers were making preparations to extend their store 20 feet deeper. "The place has been too small, got to have more room for the fall trade," remarked Hans. Notices of Homestead Proofs Andrew K. Johnson Alexander Lang Sarah E. Stuart John R. Thompson Olaf P. Olson John Ofstedahl's Big Store is the place to go for bargains in dry goods, groceries and provisions. Jacob Lindal, dealer in Osborne Binders, mowers, and other farm machinery. Aug. 22, 1889 Mrs. Ellenson on Monday ran a rusty nail into her foot, causing great pain and subsequent lameness. Sept. 12, 1889 Mrs. Hoople and Mrs. Thompson, sister and mother respectively of Mrs. H. E. Kinney, arrived on Monday on a visit. Milton Treseng, the first boy born in Milton, has been sick. Hanson, the popular clerk at Ellenson & Arneson's, took unto himself a wife last Sunday. MARRIED. Hanson-Thordson. On Sunday, Sept. 8th, Mr. Hannas Snobjorn Hanson to Miss Inglborg Thordson. Durham bull for service, C. R. Stewart Oct. 10, 1889 Milton Town School Report for week ending Sept. 27, 1889 List of pupils that received honor cards, with their percentage of mark: Standard 4: Eva Stewart 79, Rozella Wall 70, Laura Thompson 69. Standard 1, Part 2: Amelia Gaugstad 77, Dena Lomen 69, Chas. Deible 68. Standard 1, Part 1: George Deible 82, Esther Seiress 80, John H. Hanson 73, Herbert Helgesen 66. Nov. 14, 1889 Notices of Homestead Proofs Nils N. Lundeby Maria Hanson Mathias M. Lien Jon Thordarson Joseph H. Watson Norman Matheson James P. Armstrong Jennie H. Overboe Nov. 14, 28, 1889 Miss Minnie Ellenson is laid up with the toothache and school is adjourned for the present. Dec. 19, 1889 MARRIED. In the office of Justice of Peace N. Bernston on the 7th of Dec. 1889, Miss Anna Sanderburg to Mr. Martin Hanson, both of Gertrude, ND. Miss Minnie Ellenson spent last Saturday with her sister, Mrs. McDaniels in Milton. She went down to get her aching tooth pulled, but a sight of the saw-bones, or his tools insured the aching tooth for a time. DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given that the co-partnership which existed between Chas. A. Eaton and G. E. Towle, in the milling business, under the name of Chas. A. Eaton and Co, was dissolved on the 1st Dec., 1889, and that C. A. Easton will carry on the business alone, and assume all the liabilities incurred by said firm. FOUND DEAD A most distressing event occurred last Friday night. Mrs. O'neil was an old lady residing about four miles south of town, aged about ninety years. It has been her custom, even at her advanced age, to walk as far as her grandson's, J. Haywood's, to visit. With this intent she must have started last Friday night. In the morning Joe went to visit her, but found that she was not at home. Thinking that she was at some neighbor's he went round making inquiries, but found that she had not been seen. A general search was made and her body found about 40 rods from the house. It was very evident that she had become tired, sat down to rest, and fallen asleep, passing thus quietly away. Dec. 26, 1889 Gertrude- Miss Minnie Ellenson was calling on her scholars last Sunday. She is well liked by her pupils and it is the wish of all that she may teach the school again. Mrs. Hans Ellenson has been sick with some throat affection, we are glad to state that she is now better. 1890 is missing 1891 Jan 8, 1891 Notices of Homestead Proofs Helget Ellenson Patrick Kelly Antoine Welkie Knud O. Ovnan Jan 29, 1891 MARRIED. McGregor-Thompson. At the home of the bride's parents, Kinloss, Jan. 21st, by Rev. Hocking, Mr. John McGregor to Miss Emma E. Thompson, both of Kinloss. Aug. 20, 1891 Ellenson & Arneson have found that their ever-increasing trade demands more room. So that firm, always anxious to please their customers, no matter what the cost, began yesterday to build an addition of 30 feet to their store. This will make the building one hundred feet in length. They will continue to carry a complete stock of general merchandise, and buy and sell all kinds of farm produce. MEMORIAL SERVICES Last Sunday about 600 people assembled at Osnabrock to attend the services in memory of the late Michael Langhan. At about three o'clock the Rev. Father Trudell arrived from Olga. Company E, led by the Milton Trombone Band, marched from the Langhan residence to the hall where services were conducted. DROWNED The city of Grand Forks is shrouded in gloom over the drowning in Red Lake of the Rev. W. T. Currie, his daughter Miss Ruth Currie, aged 13, and Miss Dora Van Kirk. The trio were bathing and the young ladies venturing beyond their depth, Mr. Currie attempted to assist them and all three wee taken under by the current. The bodies were shortly afterward recovered, and all possible efforts made to resuscitate them but without avail. DIED Kelly-at his home near Park River on Friday the 14th inst., John Kelly. Mr. Kelly had been seriously ill for a long time. At different times during the last eighteen months it has been reported that his life would last but a few days. But a strong constitution served to do battle until last Friday, when the dread Conqueror came. He was one of the first settlers in that neighborhood, and belonged to several secret organizations. He leaves a wife and nine children to mourn his loss. Aug. 27, 1891 H. T. Ellenson left on Tuesday morning for the Twin Cities, where he will spend a week or so in purchasing new goods for the fall trade. He will also visit his old home in the southern part of Minnesota. A telegram was received from O. K. Anderson of West Superior, that his second daughter, Stella, died on Saturday of croup. Stella was a bright child with a loving disposition. Their many friends here heartily sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Anderson in their affliction. Dr. J. R. Logan, of Grand Forks, came up on Friday evening to assist Dr. Archer in performing a most difficult surgical operation of Mrs. J. J. Hooey. This lady has been suffering from a tumor for years. She is mending nicely, which speaks well for the skillful treatment which she received. DIED On Aug. 22, 1891 at Lacon, Ill., Elijah M. Holloway. The above sad intelligence was received by telegram on Monday. Particulars not yet received. Mr. Holloway was the father of Mrs. J. H. McCullough and E.M. Holloway, the Globe's foreman. Sept. 3, 1891 Miltonites at the Minneapolis Exposition this week: Mrs. and Mrs. C. A. Eaton and H.T. Ellenson. H.T. Ellenson returned from the east on Tuesday evening. He reports having a most enjoyable trip. While in the east H. T. Ellenson purchased a large stock of dry goods, groceries, boots and shoes and everything usually kept in a first class general store. Their store has been enlarged, and now they are better prepared to accommodate their many customers. This firm started in right in the hardest times in '88 with a small stock in a small store, and they have been coming right along to the front until now they have one of the largest stores and stocks in the county. On Wednesday last week a woman named Johnson, while leading a yoke of cattle hitched to a binder, was run over by the binder and died in a short time from injuries received. The cattle were frightened by the trains. Sept. 10, 1891 A BAD ACCIDENT On the farm of William Thompson last Tuesday William Thompson and his son James were driving two binders, one just ahead of the other. James accidentally dropped his whip and got off his binder to pick it up. Before he could reach his seat again his team started to run. They ran into the binder which William was driving, and one of the horses jumped over the table in front of the sickle, and one fore foot was nearly cut off; it was so bad that the horse was shot. The other horse was severely injured, but it will recover. Both binders were badly smashed. Mr. Thompson was nearly through cutting his grain when this happened. It is indeed a serious loss. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. John F. Anderson, on Saturday, Sept. 5, 1891, a daughter. She weighed just ten pounds, and will soon talk as well as the parrot. She believes in smudging, and cutting wheat early. The happy parents are to be congratulated. DIED-Story-On Tuesday Sept. 7, 1891, Francis, the second son of Mr. and Mrs. David Story, from injuries sustained from a kick from a horse. All that could possibly be done was done to save his life. Three of the best physicians in the state attended him, and the only chance was the extrication for the ruptured kidney. But the shock was too severe. The bereaved parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. SOPER SIFTINGS (3) Jos. Thompson and wife visited Milton of Saturday. Wm. Thompson says it took fifty pounds of twine to tie his ten acres of barley. He had to cut it all one way. Minnie Thompson is ill. We hope to see her well again soon. Sept. 24, 1891 BORN-Livingston-On Tuesday, Sept. 22, 1891, to Mr. and Mrs. Peter Livingston, of Kinloss, a daughter. You can't get by Ellenson & Arneson's without buying something. The sidewalk is always blocked with new goods. Somebody at Grafton has evidently lost his wife. A telegram was received here from Grafton on Tuesday to Mrs. C. Linton, saying "Is my wife there?" signed N. Linton. Who can explain. Oct. 15, 1891 Report of the Milton Town School. the named of the pupils who averaged 90 percent and above in the examination are given below. First Grade Mary Sumarlidason, 98 Mamie Helgesen, 95 John Castello, 95 Second Grade Georgie Diebel, 98 Julia Rushford, 98 Halvor Koppang, 100 Bertha Koppang, 90 Eva Getchell, 90 Third Grade Nita Humphreys, 97 Martha Lomen, 96 Amelia Gaugstad, 90 Clara Olson, 90 Oct. 22, 1891 TAKEN UP-Strayed onto my premises on Sec. 10, range 57, T. 159, on Oct. 15, 1891, one grey broncho mare, hipped on the left side. Albert Thompson, Milton, N.D. Nov. 5, 1891 Notices of Homestead Proofs Helen M. Hanson Johan Meier John Johnson Delos Moffatt Montrose Board of Supervisor's meeting: list of persons paid for services H. T. Helgeson, lumber and spikes John McCarthy, painting and lettering posts Harry Watson, putting up posts C. McCarthy, publishment of weed notice S. Bjornson, bridge timber Harry Watson, plank for culvert John Taarud, assessor services O.J. Skare, assessor services Henry Felix, assessor services Alex Thompson, assessor services Alexander Thompson, work on bridge Harry Watson, assessor services Finneseth & Helgesen for lumber and spikes Warner & Stolze for lumber Dec. 3, 1891 John Engen, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. John Engen, died at Crystal on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 1891, aged 15 years, 11 months, and 28 days. the remains were taken to Sauk Center, Minn., for burial. MARRIED-Matheson-McLarty. At the residence of Geo. McKenzie, on Nov. 25, 1891, by the Rev. J. C. Linton, Mr. Peter Matheson of Stokesville, to Miss Annie McLarty of Milton. Dec. 17, 1891 MARRIED-Balsdon-Livingood. On Tuesday, Dec. 15th, at the residence of the bride's sister, Osnabrock, by the Rev. B. Hocking of Milton, Mr. John Balsdon to Miss Lydia Livingood, both of Osnabrock. Dec. 31, 1891 Notice of Dissolution. Milton, ND, Dec. 29th, 1891. Notice is hereby given that the firm of Ellenson & Arneson has by mutual consent dissolved. Hans T. Ellenson will continue the business of the firm, will pay all bills against and collect all accounts and notes in their favor. This dissolution to take effect Jan. 1st, 1892. 1892 Notice of Dissolution: Notice is hereby given that the firm of Diebel & Gischier has by mutual consent dissolved. George Diebel will continue the business of the firm and pay all bills and notes against the firm. This dissolution to take effect at once. Mar. 17, 1892 Soper-J. R. Thompson was elected Justice of the Peace for the short term, Frank Wrighton being allotted the long term. Jos. Thompson and Duncan Campbell were elected as constables. Soper-Miss Ann Campbell died on Friday after a long and painful illness. A large concourse of people followed her remains to the grave on Sunday. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of this community. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ward drove into town on Saturday. They report all safe in their locality. Mar. 24, 1892 MARRIED-THOMPSON-KOFFSKI-At the residence of the Rev. R. Hocking, on Tuesday, March 22, 1892, by the Rev. R. Hocking, Mr. John Thompson to Miss Jennie Koffski, both of Milton, ND. Mr. Thompson is a prosperous young farmer of Montrose township. Miss Koffski, also of Montrose township. This union, we understand, was quite a surprise to their many friends. MARRIED-FASSLER-HANSON-At the residence of the Rev. Hocking, on Wednesday, March 23, 1892, by the Rev. R. Hocking, Mr. George Fassler and Miss Helen Hanson, both of Gertrude, ND. Mr. Fassler is an excellent mechanic, and owns valuable farms in Osnabrock township, and has bright prospects. Miss Hanson is the highly esteemed and accomplished sister of Henry Hanson, the popular postmaster of Gertrude. A happy and prosperous future is wished them by their multitude of friends. MARRIED-GRIEVE-WEIR-At the residence of the bride's brother, J. Weir, near Osnabrock on Monday March 21, 1892, by the Rev. J. C. Lanton, Mr. Allan Grieve of Inkster ND and Miss Lucy Weir of Osnabrock ND. Mr. and Mrs. Grieve passed through Milton on Tuesday morning on their way to their future home near Inkster. MARRIED-MCKAY-STROUD-At Lucknow, Ont., on March 9, 1892, Mr. Alex. McKay, of Milton, ND, and Miss Ellen Stroud, of Lucknow, Ont. Mr. McKay is a prosperous farmer of Alma township, who visited the old home in Ontario during the winter with the above result. A host of friends here extend to Mr. and Mrs. McKay a hearty welcome, and wish them all the happiness and prosperity which life in this prolific young state of ours affords. Mar. 31, 1892 Soper-Mrs. J. D. Soper and Miss Thompson were upset out of a rig the other morning. They received several painful, though not serious, bruises. Soper-Thompson's threshing rig will be in Milton this week. We expect they will soon be shelling out No. 1 hard or soft as the case may be. April 21, 1892 Soper-Thompson Bros. started their new machine last Thursday. It is a good one. But it is our opinion that there is no money in threshing at this season either for the thresher or the farmer. May 19, 1892 DIED-MCGOFFIN-At Osnabrock, ND. on Sunday , May 15, 1892, of acute meningitis, Miss Emma McGoffin, aged 20 years and 7 months. May 26, 1892 Notices of Homestead Proofs Knud Gryde Ole O. Kivle Sondre Sondreson Edwin E. Francis Even C. Dahl Frank Hoff Charles Powles John E. Thompson John Gerke Joseph Swoboda William C. Trew July 7, 1892 Fourth of July foot races: half mile foot race: Wm. Haight, Ab. Thompson, Wm. Elston, Robt. Eagleson (first), H. Jacobs(second). John Gischler (third). 100 yard foot race: Alex. Thompson (first), John Gischler (second), Geo. Young (third), Jos. Maxwell. Hop step and jump Alex. Thompson, first J.C. Marchall, second Standing Jump John Aird, first Alex. Thompson, second Gertrude: W. J. Thompson, of Kinloss, passed through here with wool last Saturday. His wool crop was not so good this year as last. This past winter was very severe on sheep and has taught the farmers that they will need good sheds for the sheep. There is more money to be made in sheep than any other product of the farm. July 21, 1892 DIED-THOMPSON. On Thursday morning, July 14, 1892, at Soper, ND, of quick consumption, Miss Lena Thompson, aged 19 years. Miss Thompson was the oldest daughter of John R. Thompson, of Soper. She was a young lady of many accomplishments, and possessed such a happy disposition that she was a special favorite with all her acquaintances. Her illness lasted but about two weeks. The bereaved father, sister and brothers have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. The esteem in which the young lady and the bereaved relatives are held was thoroughly demonstrated by the throngs of sympathizers who followed her remains to the cemetery on Friday afternoon. Ned Dyer, a young man of 27, a brother of the Dyer boys of Alma township, became violently insane at Crystal last Friday, and was taken to Pembina to appear before the board of insanity. It is reported that his friends noticed him acting strangely at different times recently, but as he was of a quiet, easy going though odd disposition nothing was thought of it, no one ever dreaming that the poor fellow was losing his reason. MARRIED-WATKINS-FALLIS-At the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fallis, Cadmus, Ont., on the afternoon of July 20th, 1892, Mr. Jared Watkins to Miss Jennie E. Fallis. Mr. Watkins is a highly esteemed and prosperous young businessman of Edinburgh, ND. Miss Fallis has a large circle of friends in this vicinity, having resided with her brother, W. H. Fallis, of Soper. May the choicest blessings of life fall upon this happy couple is the wish of each one of their host of friends. Notice of Homestead Proofs: Helge T. Ellenson Albert Samuelson Hans C. Olson Aug. 11, 1892 MARRIED-TSCHABOLD-MCCULLOUGH-At the Methodist Parsonage, Milton, ND, on Aug. 8, 1892, by the Rev. R. Hocking, Mr. Fred Tschabold to Miss Maggie McCullough, both of "Old Milton." Both these young people are so well known in this vicinity that special mention as to their identity would be superfluous. They were amongst the earliest pioneers, and start their new life with bright prospects. MARRIED-AULD-HITTERDAL-At the home of the groom's sister, Mrs. Wilson Hunter, Alma, on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 1892, by the Rev. R. Hocking, Mr. Robert Auld to Miss Mary Hitterdal, both of Willow City, ND. Aug. 11, 1892 L. Koffski returned on Wednesday evening of last week from a month's visit in Manitoba. He was delayed a week at the line on account of the small pox quarantine. Aug. 18, 1892 North Dakota has withdrawn the quarantine of the Canadian Pacific, Northern Pacific, and Great Northern railroads at the boundary owing to the outbreak of small pox in Manitoba. Sept. 8, 1892 MARRIED-LUST-SLAMA-On Monday, Sept. 5, 1892, at Milton, ND, by the Rev. Father Turcotta of Olga, Mr. Joseph Lust, of Conway, to Miss Mary Slama, of Milton. Sept. 15, 1892 There are 17 blind pigs in Fargo Sept. 22, 1892 MARRIED-KELLY-DILWORTH-At Maple, Ont., on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 1892, Mr. L. R. Kelly of Milton, ND and Miss Anna Dilworth, of Maple, Ont. It is rumored that a number of blind pigs have been pulled in Park River on information procured through a detective. Some of their hobos must have been doing a little detective work on the side. Two sightless swine proprietors were up from Park River last week with the intention of feeding upon this clover sold during the fall and winter. They found a pen difficult to procure, and that the field was already over stocked. They vented a significant "ugh" of disgust, and returned to Park River, taking their swill and trough with them. Oct. 6, 1892 MARRIED-THOMPSON-HORNE-At the residence of the bride's sister, Mrs. John Orpe, Soper, ND, on Sat. Oct. 1st, 1892, by the Rev. J.C. Linton. Mr. John R. Thompson and Miss Jane Horne, both of Soper, ND. The bride, who came to this country about 3 years ago, is a daughter of the late Sergeant Horne of the English army, and Mr. Thompson is well known as one of our early settlers and most successful farmers. The ceremony was impressively performed by the Rev. J. C. Linton in the presence of a large company of relatives and near friends. The bride was tastefully dressed in ruby colored silk with a wreath of orange blossoms and bridal veil. After the ceremony about 40 guests sat down to a recherchˇ repast. The wedding presents were both numerous and costly. Oct. 20, 1892 The blind pigs in Milton are said to be taking in up to 125.00 per day. Nov. 17, 1892 H. Wood, of St. Jean Baptiste, Manitoba, is visiting with his sons-in-law, Albert Thompson and L. Koffski. He was in town yesterday, and in an interview with a Globe Reporter he said: Times in Manitoba are dull. The crop was light, and the prices are low. The same grade of wheat that is being sold in Milton today at 57 cents is being sold at St. Jean Baptiste and neighboring stations at 40 to 42 cents. The highest price that has been paid for barley there this fall was 17 cents. Notices of Homestead Proofs Mary Jane Fagan Michael Farrel Dec. 8, 1892 Hans. T. Ellenson has the agency for the Simplex Cash Register, the simplest, most complete and exact Cash Register made. Call at his store and examine the one which he is using. 1893 Jan. 5, 1893 George and William Elston and Alex and Albert Thompson left on Monday morning for Grand Forks, where they will attend the University during the winter term. Reilly's Drug Store, best of wines and liquors for prescriptions and medicinal purposes only. Feb. 2, 1893 Notice of Dissolution of Partnership Notice is hereby given that the partnership heretofore existing between Hans T. Ellenson and Harald Thorson doing business at Milton ND under the name of Hans T. Ellenson, has been mutually dissolved. Hans T. Ellenson will continue the business, will collect all bills and pay all debts of the firm. Dated Milton ND Jan. 11, 1893. Hans T. Ellenson, Harold Thorson Mar. 9, 1893 OOFOR PIZEN, To John F. Anderson's Drug Store. April 20, 1893 All repairing guaranteed by C. Ofstedahl, the Jeweler. May 4, 1893 John Aird will open up a flour and feed store in the Catherwood block. Two brothers of Henry Grove arrived on Monday direct from Hedalen, Norway. Sam Bakken moved his family into his house, recently purchased from Ole Hanson, on Tuesday. Mrs. Norman McIver on Tuesday received the sad intelligence of the death of her mother at Milon, Quebec. Hans T. Ellenson initiates a good move this spring by painting the exterior of his residence. Kelly Bros. are doing the work. May 11, 1893 Mary Kampen, the 19 yr. old daughter of Ole Kampen, of Loan township, who was a few weeks ago dangerously ill with cerebral spinal meningitis, has sustained a mental derangement which is hoped will be temporary. She has been in Milton under the care of her Uncle John Steveland during the past week, and it is feared that she will have to be taken to the asylum at Jamestown. M.N. McIver, of Mount View, a cousin of Norman McIver of Milton, died at his home last Saturday, of abscess of the brain. On Wednesday a critical operation was performed by Drs. Suter of Crystal and Archer of Milton. They bored through the skull and removed the abscess. The operation was complete and successful, but the patient was so weakened from the dreadful agonies he suffered during the previous two weeks that his recovery was impossible. While driving out to Vesta township last Monday, W. J. Thompson, with Mrs. J. H. McCullough, three children and Miss Mary Romfo, when near A. Bottsford's place in Silvista, the team ran away, throwing the occupants out and smashing the vehicle to pieces. Fortunately none of the party was seriously hurt, but nearly all sustained slight bruises. May 18, 1893 Tax Delinquent Cases: Silas E. Haight Walker Bros. John Hunter Alphonse Parisen Charles Larson Christine Sanderson George Johnson James Hooey Elizabeth McIver Isabell McCrea May 25, 1893 John Campbell of Soper was found in a dead swoon beside the plow Tuesday evening. He is reported improving. Syver Aardal, a boy 15 years old, while riding a colt Tuesday morning got his skull fractured over the right eye. He was insensible until Dr. Archer removed a large piece of bone that was driven in, compressing the brain. It was a good operation and the boy is recovering nicely. It is reported that something resembling a young sea serpent has been seen in the lake just north of town. If the weather warms up a little next week we intend to secure the aid of John Ofstedahl and John F. Anderson and go fishing. The former has a sharp eye for such things and the latter has powers of description that would do justice to a discovery of the monster. June 1, 1893 Notice to Creditors First publication, April 20, 1893 In the matter of the Estate of Peter K. Haugen, late of the village of Osnabrock, Deceased. All persons having claims against said Peter K. Haugen, Deceased, are required to exhibit the same with the necessary vouchers to the undersigned duly appointed and qualified administrator of said estate.... William M. Graham, administrator. June 8, 1893 Kelly Bergman, formerly of Gardar, has opened up a restaurant and fruit store in the Barry building next to the Milton Meat Market. The 5 yr. old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gustave Olson died on Thursday June 1st of inflammation of the bowels. Imposing funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Wang and the Rev. Hickling in the Presbyterian church on Saturday afternoon. A large concourse of friends of the bereaved parents accompanied the remains to their last resting place in Oddfellows cemetery. Mr. Helgesen has put in a Mechanical telephone line from his hardware store to his residence on 4th St. Hans Ellenson also has one from his store to his residence on Popular Avenue. Wm. Thompson, clerk of Montrose, wishes to state that there is a quantity of gopher poison at his place. Every farmer in the township should use his apportionment and as far as possible exterminate the gopher pest. June 29, 1893 Soper-Ole Gjevre and J. McKitterick, two of our town officers, expect to start for the World's Fair the latter part of the week. Notices of Homestead Proofs Andrew Larson Jonas J. Lund Ole L. Lander William Wohlers Benjamin Tetsun John Goodman Euphemia Stewart Sever Berger July 6, 1893 George Fallis, W.W. and David Watson attended Ringling Bros. circus at Grafton last Saturday. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. Solon Richards on Sunday, July 2nd, a son. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Kerr, of Gertrude, on Monday, July 3, a son. July 13, 1893 MARRIED-KOFFSKI-CRUISE-at Miami, Man., on Thursday July 6, 1893, Mr. Leonard Koffski of Milton, ND and Miss Hannah Cruise of Miami, Man. Mr. Koffski is one of the prosperous pioneer farmers of "Old Milton" whose friends are legion. As he was a widower and had a family of grown up children he did well to capture a young and handsome lady where there is so much bachelor competition. The GLOBE extends congratulations and wishes Mr. and Mrs. Koffski all the happiness and prosperity possible. Notices of Homestead Proofs John Svoboda Peter Thune Gulbrand Fingalson John Mathiason Oleine Tessum July 24, 1893 Miss Lillie W. Stewart resigned her position in the Langdon postoffice last week and returned to her home in Alma. New and second hand buggies and wagons for sale by W. E. Dahl, the blacksmith. Last Monday morning Ed. Reilly missed from the showcase in Reilly's drug store a quantity of jewelry. He at once suspected Albert Hohlbern, whom he had caught in the act of stealing a gold ring some time ago. He set out on his trail and soon brought forth a confession and recovered about one half the property and received an offer of twenty dollars to settle it. The offer was refused, however, and the thief may languish in jail unless he makes himself pretty scarce around these parts. He has been caught in several acts of this nature, and recently served a term of ninety days in the Pembina county jail for running a blind pig at Canton. A 14 yr. old stepson of Charley Johnson died at the residence of D. A. Oakland last Friday morning, August 18. The boy had been in the employ of Mr. Oakland about one month. Oct. 5, 1893 J.C. Thompson of Wyoming, Ont., a brother of John, Joseph and Henry Thompson of Soper, general manager of North Dakota of the International Fraternal Alliance, with headquarters at Boston, Mass., has been here during the past week working up an interest in the I.F.A., and succeeded in organizing an assembly last Monday evening with 20 members. Joseph Thompson of Soper has been appointed general agent for the state, with headquarters at Milton. Mr. and Mrs. J.H. McCullough started on Monday morning for a month's sojourn in the east, during which they will visit the World's Fair and relatives in Illinois. Ed Murphy, the legless man, was here yesterday again with his phonograph and a lot of new selections. Nov. 16, 1893 Report of Milton Public Schools For the month ending Nov. 9, 1893. This month's enrollment is as follows: Advanced Department, 25, average, 23; Primary Dept. 33, average 29; Total 58, total average 52. The names of those missing no time during the month are: Johnny Monroe Eliza Fuller Elmer Helgesen Henry Lomen Rosie Wang Dina Lomen May Powles Allie Waterman Mark Waind Margaret Costello Anna Diebel Elizabeth Wang Amelia Gaugstad Otto Lomen Laura Johnson Marv Sumarlidason Boy Nelson Maria Watson Laura Thompson, Anna Lykgen, Catherine O'Laughliin, Evelyn and Lucy Steward and Emily Orpe missed no time after being admitted. J. C. Nugent, Principal, Saides PF. Pinkham, Assistant DIED-SIMONSON-On Friday, Nov. 10, 1893, Adolph Simonson, of Alma Township, aged about 27 years. Death was caused by pneumonia resulting from a piece of wood which lodged in his throat some weeks ago, and to remove which an operation had to be performed. He leaves a young wife and two small children to mourn his loss. John Ryan, well digger, cleans and sinks wells and cleans chimneys. Albert Thompson has accepted a position as assistant bookkeeper for McEwan, Dougherty & Plain. A miraculous escape from serious injury or death was the accidental falling of 13 yr. old Eliza Fuller from the railing at the entrance of Catherwood's Hall to the bare frozen ground, a distance of nearly 20 feet, before the lecture last Monday evening. She got up laughing and had a hard time to convince her companions that she was not hurt. BORN-On Wednesday, Nov. 15, 1893, to Mr. and Mrs. John F. Anderson of Milton, a son. Nov. 23, 1893 A.W. Thompson and Sam Koffski canvassed the town yesterday to ascertain the sentiment regarding a skating rink. Nov. 30, 1893 Thompson & Koffski are building a skating rink just east of Helgesen's lumber yard. Sunday dinner at the Northwestern Hotel, 25 cents. Johnson & Wroolie yesterday purchased the buildings, lumber yard, and stock of Warner & Stoltze, at this point. 1894 Feb. 8, 1894 Bad Breaths Onion socials are now the rage in Pembina. Six young ladies stand in a row and one of them bites a chunk out of the onion. A young man pays ten cents for a guess as to who bit the onion. If he guesses right he kisses the other five girls; if he misses he kisses the girl who bit the onion. It is a great "sassiety" game in the estimate of the inhabitants of the border. -Fargo Forum. They tried to introduce the same game in Fargo, but it was a tee-total failure because no matter how many times a fellow kissed each of the six Fargo girls, he couldn't pick out the one that bit the onion. Garlic, leeks and skunk-cabbage were substituted for the onion, but it made no difference and the game had to be abandoned. -Pembina Pioneer Express. Johnson & Wroolie are selling coal at $11.00 a ton. MARRIED-BAKKEN-AXVIG-On Saturday,, Feb. 3, 1894, at the home of the bride's brother, Knudt Axvig, by the Rev. Wang, Mr. John Bakken and Miss Maggie Axvig, both of Milton. Mar. 15, 1894 The seventeen months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ole J. Gjevre died yesterday of brain fever. At the recent examination Minnie Aos and George Eiston received second grade and Laura M. Thompson, J.T. Haight and Maria Watson third grade teacher's certificates. June 7, 1894 BORN- KOFFSKI-on Wednesday, May 30, 1894, to Mr. and Mrs. L. Koffski, a son. BORN-ARMSTRONG-On Wednesday, May 30, 1894, to Mr. and Mrs. I. Armstrong, a son. BORN-WEIR-On Friday, June 1, to Mr. and Mrs. George Weir, a daughter. June 14, 1894 Miss Mary Ward, of Osnabrock, was the recipient of a pleasing token from her class in physical culture, Tuesday evening, in the shape of a handsome pair of silver mounted Indian clubs, and she knows how to use them too.-Langdon J.G. Davidson, of Milton, was elected by the Gardar Congregation as a delegate to the Annual conference of the Icelandic Evangelical Lutheran church of America, to be held at Mountain, commencing June 26. Fire on Harold Sunderland's place Tuesday destroyed his barn and two head of young stock, also a team of horses belonging to Frank Sim of Osnabrock. The fire is supposed to have originated from a smudge near the barn. Diphtheria is reported in Olga township. Mr. Hermanson is sick with it and Sam Gunderson lost one child, three others of his family being ill with the same disease. A strict quarantine was established on Sunday last Aug. 2, 1894 Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thompson gave a delightful lawn social at their home south of town last Friday evening. With ice cream and other seasonable delicacies, music, games, etc., a very enjoyable time was had. Those present besides the host and hostess, son James, and daughter Miss Laura, were Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Waterman, Misses Jessie Foard, Mary Aslakson, and Anna Wang, and Messrs C. A. Olston, C. Ofstedahl, J.D. Windell and C. McCarthy. J. A. DuChamp, of Olga, left last Sunday via Neche for his old home at Ehnen bel Remich, about 15 miles from Luxemburgh, to claim a fortune which was left him at the death of his father 12 years ago. His relatives who are very wealthy did not know of his whereabouts until recently, he having ran away from home when he was quite young. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. A.C. O. Lomen, on Monday July 30, 1894, a son. Oct. 4, 1894 BORN-On Sunday, Sept. 30, to Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Catherwood, a son. The funeral of Henry Alvin Felix last Sunday afternoon was conducted by the Rev. Longemo, of Edinburgh, and was largely attended. The Milton Glee Club assisted in the music. Mr. Henry Felix requests the Globe to express the heartiest thanks of Mrs. Felix and himself to the many kind friends who extended them aid and sympathy in their recent affliction - the brief illness and sudden death of their beloved son, Henry Alvin. Oct. 18, 1894 An assault and battery case between John Rushford and A. J. Hohlbern occupied Justice Thompson's court Tuesday afternoon. Hohlbern was fined $5 and costs, and upon his refusal to pay his horse and buggy were levied upon and held as security. Hohlbern replevined the property and the end is not yet. Nov. 8, 1894 Robert Ward arrived yesterday from the Pacific coast, to spend the winter with his brother John Ward of Osnabrock. In Alma there was a stampede at the polling place which almost resulted in a panic. They had to let the voters in three at a time and let them out through the window. Dec. 27, 1894 MARRIED-JOHNSON-BLAKSTVIT-On Wednesday, Dec. 26, 1894, by Justice D. A. Oakland, Mr. Severin St. Johnson and Miss Bertha G. Blakstvit, both of Milton, ND. MARRIED-DYER-GOGGINS-On Thursday, Nov. 20, by the Rev. C.M. Turcotte, at Olga, ND. Mr. Edward Dyer and Miss Mamie Goggins, both of Olga. The popcorn on the Christmas tree was raised by J. H. Sutton just southeast of town. 1895 Jan. 3, 1895 Hamlin's Wizard Oil Company will give Milton people a week's entertainment shortly. It is said to be good for a patent medicine show. Harry Faris, a highly esteemed citizen of Langdon, died on Saturday, Dec. 23rd, from the effects of injuries received from falling while extinguishing lights in the skating rink. Nils Koppang left Monday for Minneapolis, where he will attend a business college and take violin instructions. All Nils requires is a little touching up on the fine points to make a violinist equal to any in this state or Minnesota. The home orchestra will miss him during the winter. His place will be hard to fill. A.J. Hohlbern has gone into the Farm Implement business at Neche. Some of the pigs are said to be offended because they were slighted in the general roundup Monday. Rev. Tassell will hold Episcopal services at 11:30 next Sunday, at the M.E. church. Rev. M. Iverson will conduct Norwegian Lutheran services at the Presbyterian church next Sunday at 7:30 pm. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Olson died Monday morning at 9 o'clock, and was buried Tuesday afternoon in the Oddfellows cemetery. Miss Della Jameson returned to Minneapolis Monday to resume her medical studies. Jan. 17, 1895 H.T. Ellenson has a novel and ornamental electric cigar lighter-just in. J.T. Ellenson, of Beaulieu, left yesterday for Hot Springs, Arkansas, to remain for about ten weeks. On his way south he will visit at his old home, Northwood, Minnesota, for a few days. Miss Rose Haight left Saturday for Grand Forks, where she will attend the University of North Dakota. Miller W. A. Pratten returned to Park River Monday to resume his position in the Park River Roller Mills. Osnabrock blurbs (3) Miss Mary Ward, one of the belles of our town, was rusticating in Milton about a week lately. Sawbones are becoming quite numerous now. We have not only Dr. Reilly around us, but Dr. McQueen and Dr. Macdonald, two graduates of Toronto, avow their ability of upholding the honor of AEsculapius. Geo. Durly, the butcher, herder and horse jockey, took his departure a day ago to see his old home in Illinois, where he has not been for years. Feb. 14, 1895 Notices of Mortgage sales: William Thompson Peter M. Anderson and Juri Anderson, wife Notices of Homestead Proofs: Lars Gudmendson Anders N. Myren C.A. Olson has purchased A.O. Olson's interest in the Milton Meat Market, and is now sole proprietor as well as manager. A. O. will invest increased capital in and devote his entire attention to stock raising on his bonanza farm just south of town. Frank Hague and Miss Christine McDonald were married at Hoople, Monday, Feb. 4. Mar. 21, 1895 John Ward arrived Thursday on his return from a three months visit with his parents at Mr. Forest, Ont. He enjoyed his visit with the 'old folks' and friends, but complained of the severity of the weather back there. James Thompson, a brother of J.P., who left the Kinloss District four years ago for the Pacific coast country, most agreeably surprised his many friends by stepping off the northbound G.N. train Saturday for a brief visit. Mr. Thompson is one of the very few who struck luck on the coast within the last few years. His headquarters are established at Spokane, although he is largely interested in mining operations at various points, mostly in British Columbia. A telegram was received at Osnabrock yesterday stating that Thomas O'Malley of that place had committed suicide in Ontario. No particulars. J.T. and Samuel Young, Jr. arrived home Thursday for a vacation. J.T. has been teaching steam engineering at Des Moines and Sam attending medical college at Iowa City, Iowa. Mrs. P.K. Haugen has opened a millinery store in the Lindal building on Oakland Ave., and is prepared to furnish patrons with all goods in that line. As was expected, the defense in the recent difficulty between F.E. Ranaud, plaintiff, and Edward St. Louis, defendant, in which Olga parish property is involved, will appeal to the district court. John Christofferson of Alma slipped on the ice and a large piece of wood punctured a hand just above the palm, tearing up through the complicated ligaments of the wrist, causing a painful and awkward wound. Dr. McQueen with difficulty removed the intruder. April 4, 1895 Wm. Barry presented his sister Mary Ann, recently from Ontario, with a splendid quarter section of land in Osnabrock township, adjoining Peter Wild's and Thos. Barry's places. Fred Cull rode over from St. Thomas on his bicycle Saturday evening, making the trip of nearly 35 miles in a little over two hours, which isn't bad for March roads. He was the guest of his uncle, Dr. W. W. McQueen, over Sunday. A.W. Thompson is tearing down the skating rink and hauling the lumber out for building stables on his land and his father's farms. Mortgage Foreclosure Sale: William and Margaret Thompson May 2, 1895 DIED-On Tuesday, April 30, 1895, the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Nels Lundeby, of Alma. DIED-On Tuesday, April 30, 1895, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ole E. Landsgaard, of Alma. Andrew Jacobson of Mountain is receiving the congratulations of his many friends upon the recent increase of his pension from $8 to $10 per month. DIED-At her home in Olga twp., on Tuesday, April 30, 1895, of consumption, Mrs. Jas. Benson, aged 30 years. All persons found intoxicated in North Dakota after July 1st next will be subject to a fine of from $5 to $25 and imprisonment in the county jail until such fine is paid or the term expires at the rate of a day for every dollar fine. The blind father and aged mother of George Demston were cremated at Crookston Sunday morning by a fire which destroyed the residence. The rest of the family escaped in their night clothes. It is supposed the house was struck by lightning. May 16, 1895 BORN-On Thursday, May 9, 1895, to Mr. and Mrs. Gunder Nelson, a girl. Rev. C.M. Reese's family left here on Tuesday morning's train for their new home in Bottineau. Mr. Reese intended to drive across. F.J. Kelly has finished the painting of Harry Watson's house and it looks bright as a new pin. Fred is doing nice work in that line. It is reported that Mrs. J.A. DuChamp of Olga mysteriously disappeared about the 7th inst., and no trace of her whereabouts has yet been found. A very delicate operation in eye surgery was performed a couple of weeks ago by Dr. Macdonald, assisted by Dr. McQueen, upon Miss Florence Eastman, one of whose eyes has been crossed since childhood. May 23, 1895 Mrs. H.T. Ellenson and baby and Miss Amelia Gaugstad are visiting with Mrs. John Ofstedahl at Park River. BORN-On Tuesday, May 21, to Mr. and Mrs. P. Livingston of Kinloss, a son. Mrs. DuChamp of Olga, who was reported missing, has been heard from at Grand Forks. Albert Moe and family have moved onto the Randies farm recently purchased by Erik Rustand. Steve Bardahl and family have moved into the dwelling on Third St, recently vacated by Albert Moe. June 13, 1895 Alex. and Albert Thompson Sr., and Alex and Albert Thompson Jr., and W.H. McCullough returned Tuesday from Rush Lake in the northeastern part of the county, where they had spent a week with a view to securing farm lands. They were very favorably impressed with that section, which is being settled very rapidly owing to the prospects of getting in the Duluth & N. Dak. R. R. within the year. WARNING To Whom It May Concern: You are hereby warned against purchasing any of the following notes made in favor of John A. Aird: Alex Thompson, one note for $150; Swain Johnson, one note for $101; S. Bjorneson, one note for $30; G. D. Aird, one note for $65. There was a big gopher hunt at Peter Wild's place in Osnabrock township last Thursday. About 1000 of the pesky flickertails were destroyed. At their meeting on Tuesday evening the town board accepted the resignation of Marshal C.A. Olson, and upon petition of forty-seven citizens appointed W. R. Stewart in his stead. C. A. Smith, large farmer, thresher, stock dealer, and all around hustler, was in town Monday, accompanied by A. Morse, of Hankinson, a large horse dealer. July 18, 1895 O.C. Ofstedahl is visiting with his daughter, Mrs. H. T. Ellenson. C. A. Olson and bride arrived Monday evening from Decorah, Iowa. Mrs. Wilson Catherwood and Miss Maggie Davison enjoyed a visit from their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Davison, of Canton, the past week. HOLLOWAY-BUCKINGHAM Miss Ida B. Holloway and W. P. Buckingham of Park River were united in marriage by the Rev. S. Newlove, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. McCullough, on Tuesday evening July 16, 1895. The bride is the handsome and accomplished sister of Mrs. J. H. McCullough and E.M. Holloway, of this city, and has been a teacher in the Park River schools for the past two years. Mr. Buckingham is the popular agent of Brooks Bros. Elevator Co, at Park River. Aug. 15, 1895 MURDER David Gillespie Fatally Shot by his Nephew, John Gillespie, Less Than Twenty Rods From His Own Front Door. HORRIBLE! The Murdered Man's Wife and Small Children Eye Witnesses of the Deed-The Widow in a Precarious Condition. CONFESSION! John Gillespie, the Murderer, Appears Before Justice Thompson and Tells of His Fiendish Crime in a Braggadocio Manner. HELD TO DISTRICT COURT. The Result of a Family Feud. "He came at me and I shot him." These were the words used by the self-confessed murderer, John Gillespie, when he gave himself up before Justice W.J. Thompson last Thursday noon. The victim was David Gillespie, brother of Charles Gillespie and uncle of the murderer (very long article follows). Oct. 10, 1895 Attorney and Counselor at Law. W. J. Thompson, if you please. Mr. Thompson appeared before the examining board appointed by the supreme court at Grand Forks on Tuesday of last week and passed a highly credible examination and was sworn in by Clerk Hoskins on Wednesday as attorney and counselor at law. Mr. Thompson as applied himself closely to the study of law within the past few years, and he had considerable practical experience as justice of the peace in Milton. His work on the examination was highly spoken on in the committee. He will practice in Milton where he has already established a large insurance, collections, and real estate business. Wm. M. Graham has been a very much wanted man the past couple of weeks. Locked up in his safe are many valuable notes, and his whereabouts are unknown. When last heard from he was in Chicago. Ben Davis, who has been working in the vicinity of Olga the past two years or thereabouts, was taken ill with typhoid fever some weeks ago and brought in by O. Langtin and placed in care of Mrs. John McIver. He died on Friday afternoon. Not having money or friends he was buried at the expense of the county Saturday. He had an uncle in Michigan who he said was quite wealthy, and with whom he formerly lived, but would not give his address. The pigs are supposed to be dead. As much drunkenness on the streets yesterday as ever. A largely attended indignation meeting of citizens was held in the Presbyterian church Monday evening, the object of which was to make known the sentiments of the majority of the business people of the town with regard to the enforcement of the prohibition and gambling laws in Milton. Nearly every business house was represented and the indignation expressed at the utter disregard for these laws as had been practiced had no uncertain significance. A petition asking the town board of trustees to immediately proceed to stop the illegal sale of intoxicating liquors in Milton was largely signed. A new pig is being opened up-a direct slap in the face of public opinion. J. H. McCullough is building a new office just east of Geo. Green's harness shop. There is a limit to human endurance-and the pigs will soon be made to suffer. Chas. Sunderland had a buffalo coat stolen from his wagon the other evening just while he stepped inside the post office-and he kept his eye on his wagon all the time except while receiving his mail. More pig juice was unloaded at the G. N. Deport yesterday-kegs and barrels of it. Ed Thomas, the broncho man, was held up by (unreadable) Friday night on Oakland Ave., evidently with the intention of robbery. But 'Brother Ed' soon succeeded by means of the butt end of his revolver in convincing them that they had run up against the wrong man. The fellows got away with pretty sore heads. There seems now to be a determination on the part of the citizens to close up the blind pigs-without fear or favor. That is the way of it. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Meville, of McLean, on Oct. 7, a son. Dr. Della Jameson passed a credible examination before the physicians and surgeons state board of examiners at Grand Forks last week.