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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1896 Feb. 6, 1896 Mrs. Albert Thompson is enjoying a visit from her father, Mr. Henry Wood, of Miami, Man., and nieces, the Misses Brown, also from Manitoba. Wm. Thompson is at Hoople this week-selling books. His phenomenal success still continues. He took orders amounting to $20 here Saturday afternoon. Misses Mary Brown, of St. Jean, and Jennie Brown, of Bolsevain, Manitoba, are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thompson. The nice, smooth, plump, at blind pig at the east end was mercilessly slaughtered by Marshall Jos. Catherwood yesterday morning. A few bottles of "Shake's peer" was found and confiscated and the 'pen' cleared. There are others deserving of the same fate. Treat 'em all alike. Miss Effie Fuller won the silver set in the wood sawing contest at the medicine show Saturday evening, sawing 19 blocks off a 'two by scantling' in two minutes. Mrs. F. Tschabold was second with 17 blocks. Mrs. J. Foard won the nail driving contest the previous Wednesday evening. John McBride has been kept pretty busy the past week nursing six of his family who are down with the prevailing measles. Mr. and Mrs. L.R. Kelly and babies will leave Monday for the old Ontario homes to remain a couple of months. Mr. Kelly's health has not been of the best lately and he requires a rest. Miss Lizzie Fuller proved to be the most popular young lady in town and received a gold watch at the medicine show Monday night. Fred Tscabold used the best judgment on the bean contest. He also received a gold watch. Arthur Mears has purchased the dray business teams swelling and good will of Sam Bakken. Mr. Bakken will resume farming operations in the Spring. Feb. 13, 1896 THE TRIAL BEGINS John Gillespie Appears Before the District Court Charged With Fatally Shooting His Uncle, David Gillespie. HARD TO SECURE A JURY. Two Days Spent in Trying to Secure a Jury of Twelve Men Good and True, Who Have Not Formed an Opinion (very long article follows). JURY SECURED Wednesday, Feb. 12- At 4 p.m. today a jury satisfactory to both sides was secured as follows: Wm. R. Porier, Robt. Meikel-John, Wm. Ingram, E.J. Evans, C.G. Billings, Geo. H. McHardy, J.R. Boyd, Ed. Wright, Duncan Campbell, John Murry, Andrew Brady, Samuel Hart. Nearly everybody is at Langdon, as witness, juror, or spectator. John McBride was excused as juror owing to sickness in his family. Juror Wm. Stephenson missed the train Monday, but appeared for service Tuesday evening. Rumor has it that another blind pig has committed suicide. The auction sale of bachelors, proposed last week, struck a popular chord with the unfettered "lords of creation." All that is now lacking to make a howling success of the project is a harmonious response from the eligibles who would take advantage of the franchise of the year. Remember, there will not be another leap year for eight years. John Black, one of Osnabrock township's earliest and mostly highly respected citizens, died last Thursday morning. Mr. Black had very poor health for a number of years, but was comparatively well when he returned to rest the night before but he was taken violently ill about 2 am, and passed away at 9:30 am. He leaves a wife and family of small children, also his father, two brothers and sister to mourn his untimely end. He was buried at Osnabrock village on Sunday the 9th, inst. Feb. 21, 1896 NOT GUILTY That is the Verdict of the Jury in the Gillespie Case (very long article follows). Mar. 5, 1896 Albert Thompson left Monday for Bismark to serve on the petit jury during the term of U.S. Court. Mrs. Wm. and Miss Laura Thompson have been afflicted with the prevailing malady, grippe, during the week. W. H. McCullough was out to the Rush Lake country last fall and negotiated for a choice piece of land there. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Lundreville, on March 3, 1896, a daughter. Mar. 19, 1896 Mesdames Albert Thompson and J. H. McCullough and Rev. Newlove attended the M.E. quarterly conference at Edinburg last Monday. BORN-on March 13, 1896, to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dennett, at Washington, DC, a daughter. R.B. Laing of Alma has built a granary near the railroad track just south of the Northwestern Hotel. Mark Close has imported a number of thoroughbred Chester White hogs, and will go into pork raising on an extensive scale. April 9, 1896 B. Prom is building a number of cottages for rent on the lots west of Milton Roller Mills. For rent-my farm of 160 acres, three miles east of Milton. Sixty acres plowed-the rest in stubble. Will rent for cash or on shares. Margaret McCullough, Milton, N.D. The ladies have exclusive management of the leap year ball tomorrow evening, and no doubt it will be the social event of the season. Soren Lemmick has resigned his position as assistant cashier in the State Bank of Milton and accepted a situation as bookkeeper in the general mercantile establishment of M. J. Menes. April 16, 1896 Mr. and Mrs. Butler Flom, pioneer settlers of this section, who left here some years ago to find greener fields, returned Monday from Oregon, thoroughly convinced that there is no place equal to Cavalier County, North Dakota. Thomas O. Thomson of Vesta and Miss Minna G. Johnson of Park River were married at Grafton on the 8th, inst. April 30, 1896 BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. H.T. Ellenson, on April 29, a son. May 7, 1896 Nils Koppang has accepted the position of assistant cashier in the State Bank of Milton. Mr. John Campbell wishes through the GLOBE to thank the voters of Milton for electing him to the office of Justice of the Peace. H.C. Taylor, of Devils Lake, distributed his "Northeastern Souvenirs," a writeup of Cavalier and Western Walsh counties, Tuesday. June 25, 1896 Arthur Mears and Jonas Bjornson went west to Arthur's Rush Lake claim Tuesday to make the required improvements. Alex Thompson and family left this morning for Mr. Thompson's claim near Hannah, where they will hereafter make their home. Sept. 17, 1896 MARRIED-At the M.E. parsonage, Cavalier, by Rev. E. B. Tobeson, on Sept 2, 1896, Duncan Gavin and Miss Minerva Staples, both of McLean. Register of Deeds George Barcelo and wife have the heartfelt sympathy of their many friends in the loss of their infant daughter, aged five months, which occurred Friday evening last. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Andrew McDermid, on Sept 6, a son. M.J. Manes' mysterious disappearance has been the talk of the town the past week. Joseph Catherwood has purchased the residence property occupied by Rev. Wang and family, corner of Poplar Ave. and 4th St. Ole G. Menes has accepted a situation in the general store of L. R. Kelly, where he will be glad to greet his many friends. MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE M.J. Menes, the proprietor of one of Milton's general mercantile establishments and a large land owner in this vicinity, disappeared as suddenly and mysteriously as though the earth had opened and swallowed him on the night of the 2nd, inst. He was last seen in his store at 11 o'clock that night by his bookkeeper, Soren Lemmick. His absence gave rise to many speculations as to its cause...There is a woman in the case, and legal proceedings have been instituted to compel the old man to support a child which is about to appear upon the scene...A Plaindealer account states that it is probably that M. J. Menes has committed suicide (long article). The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Davidson died early this morning. Oct. 29, 1896 Elling Berg left Friday for his home at Whalan, Minn. Mr. Berg is a brother of the divorced wife of the late M. J. Menes and came here on the sad mission of attending the obsequies and looking after the estate of the deceased man. Nov. 19, 1896 THOMPSON-MCGREGOR A pretty home wedding was celebrated at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Thompson in Osnabrock township yesterday afternoon, their daughter, Miss May Thompson, being at that time united in marriage to Mr. George McGregor of Kinloss, Rev. D. J. Sykes of Milton officiating. None but relatives and close friends of the contracting parties were present at the ceremony. The groom is a large enterprising and prosperous young farmer of Kinloss township. The bride is a handsome and highly accomplished young lady, the eldest daughter of Mr. Henry Thompson, one of the most thrifty and prominent citizens of Osnabrock township. HOME DESTROYED BY FIRE The residence of Levi Rushford was reduced to ashes at noon last Monday, including all the contents. Mr. Rushford had returned from visit to a neighbor's when he found the interior of the house filled with smoke and flames. How is started is not known. It was a log structure and was insured for $200, contents $150. Sixty dollars in currency was also destroyed. Attorney Doughty has removed his law office to new quarters adjoining B. R. Glick's machinery depot. Colin McLeod's family was increased by the arrival of a big boy yesterday. Mother and child are doing well. Dec. 31, 1896 Sam Richie of St. Thomas was the guest of his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thompson, Christmas. Miss Laura Thompson delightfully entertained a number of her friends at her home Saturday evening in honor of her cousin, Mr. Sam Richie, of St Thomas, who was a guest at the Thompson homestead. The entertainment consisted of the latest parlor games and oysters were served. MARRIED-At the residence of the bride's parents on Wednesday, Dec. 23, 1896, by Rev. W. J. Hall, Ellen A., daughter of George H. Elliott, and William H. Gammill, of Edinburgh, ND. Robt. Laurison, in the employ of John Eagleson, near Osnabrock, was out all night on the prairie Christmas Eve and both his feet were badly frozen. Some of the toes may have to be amputated. 1897 Feb. 4, 1897 Miss Carrie Black resigned her position as chief cook at the Northwestern and left for her home at Ashby, Minn., Tuesday. Feb. 11, 1897 MARRIED, on Feb. 8, 1897, at the M.E. Parsonage, Milton, ND, by Rev. S. Newlove, Mr. Samuel Koffski and Mrs. Emma Gillespie, both of Milton. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. James Anderson, on Feb. 7, a son. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. Alex. McKay, on Feb. 9, 1897, a son. Samuel Waldo has bought out Mr. Weiss' interest in the store of Weiss & Halliday at Crystal. Mr. Walso sold out his interest to Mr. Weiss some two years ago. Feb. 18, 1897 Born, to Mr. and Mrs. L. Koffski, on Feb. 7, 1897, a daughter. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. John Blake, on Feb. 12, 1897, a son. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. John Campbell on Feb. 13, 1897, a daughter. Steve Bardahl has opened up a collection agency. Office at residence, three doors west of postoffice. March 18, 1897 BEATON-THOMPSON At the home of the bride's parents at Milan, Quebec, Canada, on Feb. 24, 1897, were married Miss Christain Beaton and Mr. J. L. Thompson, both of Milton, ND. The bride, formerly a Cavalier County schoolteacher, is a young lady whose noble character and kindly disposition has won for her the respect and admiration of all her acquaintances. The groom is the eldest son of Mr. John R. Thompson, one of the leading farmers of the Soper neighborhood, and a young man of sterling character, shrewd, energetic and prosperous. He also owns an excellent farm at Soper, with comfortable dwelling , where the happy couple will make their home. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Wright, on March 17, 1897, a daughter. April 8, 1897 Harry Ferguson and Wm. Campbell are doing a land office business with their horse clipping machine at Cox livery barn. They are figuring on making the surrounding towns when the rush is over. April 22, 1897 Sam Koffski is building a cottage on Railroad Ave west-Johnson &Wroolie's addition. April 29, 1897 H.T. Ellenson is building a large addition to his dwelling on Poplar Ave. The path of the festive blind piggy is strewn with rocks and thorns in Milton. Mr. and Mrs. L.J. Herbison, of Grafton, have the deepest sympathy of their hosts of friends in the loss of their infant son, who died on the 17th inst. Doctors J. Semple of Langdon and W.W. McQueen of this city last Tuesday performed a critical operation relieving Mrs. Andrew Flink of a large fibroid tumor. The lady stood the operation well and prospects for her ultimate recovery are excellent. May 20, 1897 Alex Thompson came down early last week from his Rush Lake homestead to look after his interests and greet his many friends in this part of the county. Seeding is all finished and Mr. Thompson and the boys returned Tuesday to their new home in the north end, where they will make many improvements during the summer. Complaint has been made that some people in Alma twp. persist in working on Sunday at all seasons of the year, contrary to law and the wishes of their Christian neighbors. They may avoid serious difficulty by desisting from this practice. Between attending to their hardware and lumber business and keeping an eye on the construction of their new residences and preparations for the construction of their new brick block, Morris Johnson and S.A. Wroolie are kept fairly busy. Notices of Homestead Proofs: John Rorvik Erick Erickson Rakken William Hurlburt June 3, 1897 A COMMUNICATION Editor of the Milton Globe: Dear Sir: Allow me space to say through the columns of your paper that the story which has been circulated about Miss Annie Voge and myself is untrue, and the party (or parties), who started this story is a liar, and if I could find out who it is, I would prosecute them as far as the law would permit. People should bear in mind that they all have mothers and sisters who would hate to have reflections cast on their sons or brothers. And now if the party or parties can bear up their statements in this lie let them do so. I am ready to prove that they are as above stated. J. W. GILLESPIE C. Ofstedahl makes a specialty of repairing Swiss and English watches. S.H. Oakland had a runaway Sunday in which he and his cousin, Miss Lewis, were thrown violently from the vehicle. Fortunately no serious injuries were sustained. The harness and vehicle were broken. Miss Maude Sanford returned Tuesday from Minneapolis, having finished her course in stenography at the Archibald Business College. June 10, 1897 Alex and Albert Thompson were down from their Rush Lake farms during the week. There are two railroad surveys-one about half a mile from their places and another about three miles. They will be comfortably close to a station no matter which survey is built upon. Mr. James McKay says the people in Alma Township who are in the habit of working on Sunday are Seventh Day Adventists-that they observe the seventh day-Saturday, and would regard compulsory observance of Sunday as persecution, as they cannot afford to desist from labor two days each week. Miss Nita Humphreys will next week take charge of a school west of Langdon. She is attending institute at Langdon this week. R.P. McAllen and son, Sam, of Osnabrock, went to Minneapolis Friday where Sam will undergo special treatment for his lameness. July 8, 1897 Hans T. Ellenson and C. Ofstedahl have purchased the J. Tombs & Sons stock of clothing and will continue the business at the old stand under the firm name of Hans T. Ellenson & Co. Mr. and Mrs. C. Gaukstad and family were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Ellenson the latter part of last week, returning Monday to their Golden Valley home. They were accompanied on their return by Mrs. Gaukstad's father, Mr. O.C. Ofstedahl. Rev. E. O. Ruste, administrator and guardian, returned Saturday from Stoughton, WI, whither he accompanied Clara and Albert, the little daughter and son of the late Nils Hague, and placed them in the orphan's home belonging to the Norwegian Lutheran Synod. Miss Maud E. Butterwick has been engaged as principal of the Milton schools for the coming year. Miss Butterwick, one of the brightest and most experienced and successful educators in Cavalier County, is well qualified for the position and no doubt will give excellent satisfaction in securing a resident teacher for this important position. Soper-BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. D.N. Wiggins, July 6, a daughter. July 15, 1897 Jos. Powles has purchased the S.A. Wroolie dwelling on Poplar Ave. July 22, 1897 Mrs. A. W. Coats has purchased Wroolie & Kortgard's stock of millinery goods. Mrs. Hanson has closed her dressmaking establishment and moved out to her farm in Alma. John Wild is putting finishing touches on his new barn, which is one of the largest in Montrose township. The brick work on Lars Wall's new barber shop is progressing slowly owing to the excessive precipitation. Mr. and Mrs. S. Bardahl have moved into the dwelling recently vacated by Mrs. Hanson. July 29, 1897 Mrs. Erick Bakken went to Duluth Monday to receive treatment for cancer, with which she is afflicted. MARRIED-At the residence of Rev. M. Iverson, on July 21, 1897, Mr. Anton T. Stoa and Miss Susie Nelson, both of Milton, Rev. M. Iverson officiating. Soper-BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. John McGregor on July 18, 1897, a son. Soper-BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Walker on July 21st, 1897, a daughter. Sept. 9, 1897 Jos. Bostick informs the GLOBE that in his altercations with J. J. Reilly last week there was neither a poker nor a shotgun brought into use, and so far as reference to these weapons was concerned the item in the GLOBE last week was wrong. A petition was circulated and signed by nearly every member of this community requesting Rev. D.J. Sykes to reconsider his resignation as pastor of the Presbyterian church. The Milton W.C.T.U have taken hold of the case of the 11 yr. old deaf and dumb daughter of Hans Grove, who lives about fifteen miles west, supplying her with clothing and returning her to the school for the deaf at Devil's Lake. She has a younger brother who is also deaf and dumb. Another chapter was written in the Bostick-Reilly land dispute case Tuesday. Jos. Bostick swore out a warrant and had J.J. Reilly arrested on the charge of assault and battery. The case was called before Judge Oakland. Reilly demanded a jury trial. A jury of twelve was secured shortly after noon. The entire afternoon was consumed in getting in the evidence, Att'y W.J. Thompson representing the state's and Reilly acting as his own attorney. The jury after being out for four or five hours brought in a verdict of guilty. The judge entered up a fine of $50 and costs against Reilly. It is more than likely that the case will go to the district court. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. John Armstrong on Sept. 9, 1897, a son. It is with feelings of profound regret that the GLOBE announces Rev. D. J. Sykes' ultimatum with regard to severing his connection with this field. For three years he has labored incessantly, with results highly credible to himself and his congregations. Sept. 16, 1897 Jas. Foard is building fine new dwellings for Louis Holzman, west of Osnabrock, John McGregor of Kinloss, and John O'Laughlin of Silvista township. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. M. Langan, of Osnabrock, on Sept. 15, a son. Notice of Dissolution of Partnership Notice is hereby given that the co-partnership heretofore existing under the name of Briggs, Close & Co., is this date dissolved by mutual consent by the retirement of John Anderson from the firm. The remaining partners, Frank Briggs and H. Close, will collect all outstanding accounts and pay all bills contracted by said firm of Briggs, Close & Co. Sept. 30, 1897 Jake Lindal is teaching school back in Iceland and will not return this fall as he intended when he left last spring. Miss Throlacius, who accompanied the party, has returned, accompanied by her mother. Mr. and Mrs. George Campbell and the twins have moved into the dwelling on Poplar Ave., recently vacated by Wilson Catherwood, which has been purchased by Mr. Campbell. Oct. 7, 1897 Ole Axvig is building a huge barn on his place adjoining the townsite. Mr. and Mrs. J.H. McCullough's baby boy fell backward 13 feet lighting on a bunch of lath Saturday. At first it was thought he was seriously injured, but although the little fellow sustained a severe shock he was toddling around again in half hour or so afterward. Notices of Homestead Proofs Skapt Halldorsson Jan J. Resnes Mary Fahnlander Bulik A. Olsen The trial of Bootlegger Almquist will be held before Judge Amidon at this term of U.S. district court. Ande McDermid and family will occupy the rooms over Delling's fruit store when Mr. and Mrs. Delling get established in their new dwelling. Nov. 11, 1897 OLE C. OFSTEDAHL DEAD Ole. C. Ofstedahl died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Hans T. Ellenson, on Tuesday, November 9th, 1897, at 3 o'clock p.m., at the age of seventy three years, of heart disease. Deceased came to Wisconsin from Norway in 1885, and has spent the last few years with his daughters at Milton and Park River. He leaves to mourn his departure five children, three sons and two daughters, C. Ofstedahl and Mrs. H. T. Ellenson of this city; Mrs. C. Gaukstad, of Park River; John Ofstedahl, of Toledo, Ore., and Andrew Ofstedahl, of Stevenstown, Wis. The funeral service was held yesterday afternoon in the Presbyterian church, Revs. H. Wang and D.J. Sykes officiating. The remains were interred in Oddfellows cemetery. Dec. 23, 1897 HAIGHT-THOMPSON At the home of Mr. and Mrs. S.V. Haight, on Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 21st, by Rev. D. J. Sykes, Miss Rose A. Haight, of Milton, and Mr. A.E. Thompson, of Hannah, were united in marriage. Both these young people have grown from childhood in this community and have a wide circle of friends. Both have been prominent school teachers, and Mr. Thompson is now the owner of some valuable farm lands near Rush Lake, where the happy couple will establish their home. Jas. E. Gordon and Miss Maggie A. Stephenson, both of Alma, were married at the Presbyterian church, Osnabrock, on the afternoon of Wed., Dec. 22, 1897, Rev. D. J. Sykes performing the ceremony. Chas. D. Butterwick and Fred. N. Searle have purchased the restaurant of I. Armstrong and will rearrange the interior and fit it up in excellent style. A first class restaurant will be conducted, in which meals will be served at all hours of the day and night. The boys are hustlers and may be depended upon to give the public good service in this line. Miss Della Wohler and Mr. Ell Charbonneau, both of Osnabrock, were married on the 15th inst. at Willow City. Milton's two-room school is overflowing and Miss Anna Wang is engaged to conduct recitations in the hall, thereby assisting Miss Butterwick and Miss Sanderson. Dec. 30. 1897 FIVE ARE DEAD Shocking Case of Murder and Suicide Southwest of Milton. A MOTHER'S AWFUL DEED-Poisons Her Four helpless Children, Washes and Dresses Their Dead Bodies and Arranges Them in Bed and Then Kills Herself. Park River, Dec., 25-...A hasty examination revealed the fact that the mother had murdered her children and taken her own life by means of strychnine, a quantity of which had been kept in the house for years for the purpose of poisoning gophers. A bottle partially emptied lay nearby, and showed conclusively by what means the five lives were ended... the only reason that can be assigned for the terrible deed is that the woman must have become insane (long article follows). BUTTERWICK-FLACK Married, at the Presbyterian church, Milton, on Monday morning, December 27, 1897, by the Rev. D. J. Sykes, Miss Maud E. Butterwick and Mr. Robt. Flack, both of Milton. Miss Butterwick is a daughter of Hon. and Mrs. John Butterwick of Montrose and is an accomplished and charming young lady, and one of Cavalier county's brightest and most popular educators. Mr. Flack is a popular and substantial young farmer of Montrose township. MRS. HENRY THOMPSON DEAD Died at her home in Osnabrock township on Sunday afternoon, of apoplexy, Charlotte, the beloved wife of Henry Thompson, aged 34 years. She leaves to mourn their irreparable loss a husband and two little sons aged ten and two years, respectively. Two sisters, one in Ontario and one in Wisconsin, also survive her. The lady was apparently in her usual good health on Friday evening and attended the Christmas tree at the Soper School Friday evening, and was taken ill then, but her case was not considered alarming until Sunday morning when at about 10 o'clock she became unconscious, and died at 3:40 in the afternoon. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon and was one of the most largely attended funerals in the history of the county. The following students arrived from the Grand Forks university last Thursday to spend their holiday vacation at home: Miss Cassie Fee, Miss May Powles, Messers. Jos, Flanagan, John and Peter Johnson, and Wm. Young. Thos. MacLean has been appointed administrator of the estate of his late brother, Hugh MacLean. R.T. Luxton and family left yesterday for their new home in Hannah, where Mr. Luxton is interested with Chas. Lawton in the harness shop. The person who took a grape-basket full of goods from the sidewalk by Ole Menes' last Thursday is requested to return the same to the GLOBE office at once. R. Kerr. Mrs. J. Johanneson died at the home of her son, Bendict Johanneson, of Gardar, on the 13th inst., at the age of 79 years. Deceased was born in Iceland in 1818 and came to this country in 1888. Notices of Mortgage Sales Francis Wright Robert Griffith, Christine Griffith, wife Feliz McGauvran and Minne McGauvran, wife 1898 Jan 27, 1898 The 6 mo. old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. Thorlakson, of Mountain, died on the 25th inst. of bronchitis. Rev. D.J. Sykes has been confined to a dark room the past week with a very painful sore eye. Feb. 3, 1898 Hans T. Ellenson & Co., have purchased from J.P. Goetchius the building in which Mr. Goetchius conducts his furniture business. Mr. Goetchius retains possession until June, and in the meantime he will secure larger and more suitable quarters for his furniture and undertaking business. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Weir, on Jan. 31, a daughter. Justice Graham yesterday afternoon rendered judgment against T.J. Burns for $174.00 and costs in favor of John McIver, the amount claimed to be due for board, etc. Thompson & Gibson had the case in hand for the plaintiff and H.B. Doughty was attorney for Burns. Notices of Mortgage Sales Francis Wrightson Felix Mcgauvran Roderick Forbes, Margaret Forbes, wife John Dandison, Isabella Dandison, wife Elisabeth Fritz, Wm. H. Fritz, her son, Lorens Fritz, husband Robert Higgins Robert H. Eagleson Robert Griffith, Christina Griffith, wife Joseph Kirchner, Louisa, wife Mar. 3, 1898 Mrs. J.A. Hanson will re-open her dressmaking establishment about the 15th inst. Judge Sauter yesterday granted a divorce to Elizabeth Lajord from O.E. Lajord. The sensational charges on this case were withdrawn and no defense made, the plaintiff receiving $700 alimony, according to previous agreement. Mar. 17, 1898 BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. Hans T. Ellenson, on March 12, a daughter. Ed Close returned Thursday from Minneapolis having finished his course at Drew's school of pharmacy. Mar. 24, 1898 Albert Thompson and nephew Alex. C. Thompson drove down from Rush Lake Tuesday to prepare for seeding. Alex C. will work his uncle Albert's Milton place this season. Mar. 31, 1898 A.W. Thompson returned Friday to his home at Hannah from Ontario, where he spent the winter. George Thompson came down from Hannah on Wed. of last week. He will superintend the farming operations on the old homestead just east of town this season. Joe Catherwood scarcely had time to realize that he had been married Wed. evening until he saw the announcement in the GLOBE Thursday morning. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. John Ward, of Montrose, on March 27th, a daughter. J.R. Mears and A.O. Olson exchanged residences yesterday. Mr. Mears having recently purchased the Olson dwelling on Elevator Ave., exchanging in his southwest farm thereof. Lars Wall is fitting up his bath parlors in the rear of his barbershop with a splendid new bath tub and other equipments of the latest and very best manufactured. The heating apparatus used for the bath parlors will also heat the barber shop. Every loyal citizen as well as the proprietor is proud of Lars' elegant new barbershop with its handsome plate glass front, and when he gets his bath fixed up he will have beyond question the finest tonsorial and bath parlors in ND. District Court The following were admitted to full citizenship: W.T. Reilly, David Chatoneau, John Kvnel, T. I Hayward, Joseph Kynel, James Templeton, Wm. Sotheru. The application of Wm. J. and Mary Matchet for the adoption of little George Robertson was granted and decree entered. At half past nine Monday morning huge volumes of smoke were seen emanating from G. E. Saville's paintshop. The alarm was sounded and in an instant the hose cart was whirled around opposite the burning building. A bucket brigade was formed but this was ineffective. Two streams from the hose cart were soon playing on the flames, smothering them out in about ten minutes...The fire is supposed to have been caused by an overheated airtight heater. Saville lost nearly all his clothing but fortunately the fire did not break into his workshop. Notices of Homestead Proofs: William A. Sim Allan McLean Ann Guinan John Wild Tarje O. Sunderland Lars A. Dahl April 7, 1898 THOMPSON-TSCHABOLD Married-at the home of the bride's father, T. Tschabold, on March 30, by Rev. L.M. Crowther, Mr. James Thompson of Hannah, and Miss Grace Tschabold of Milton. Both young people have been residents of this neighborhood since childhood and will settle down on the old homestead east of town owned by Alex. Thompson of Hannah, father of the groom. BORN-April 1st, to Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Fuller, a son. April 28, 1898 Helge Ellenson, brother of Hans T. Ellenson of this city, and J.T. Ellenson, of Beautieu, arrived from Hooker, South Dakota, early last week, after an absence of five years, during which time he has resided in Colorado, Oregon, and South Dakota. He is at present in general mercantile business at Hooker, S.D., but will return to Cavalier county, having negotiations pending for the purchase of a site for a store at Union. Mr. Ellenson formerly resided at Beautieu, and after five years travel and investigation returns to this section thoroughly convinced that there is no better on the continent. Mrs. C.H. Smith has removed to the Thompson building next door to Thompson & Gibson's law office, where she will conduct a bakery. May 26, 1898 T.W. Cox, of this city, has leased C.A. Smith's livery, feed and sale stable at Osnabrock and will take possession June 1st. June 9, 1898 BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. S.B. Sanford on June 7th, a daughter. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Jerdin, of Soper, on June 4th, a daughter. Milton pigs are bottled up and it is said that Judge Santer will drive the cork in the bottle. The question is whether or not the bottle will stand the pressure. DIED-On Thursday, June 2, Syver Hallgrimson, aged 8 years, died at home of Elnar Merdal, Gardar. Funeral took place Sunday at Gardar church, Rev. F. J. Bergman officiating. Deceased was a brother of Dan Walter, Curt, John, and Peter Halgrimson. His death resulted from the effects of a fall which he sustained last December in which his right hip was severely injured. June 16, 1898 Guy Humphreys of Milton has taken a job with John Trotter in his general store. Delegates Amelia Gaugstad, Jennie Campbell, and Dena Lomen, accompanied by Miss Elizabeth Wang, went to Park River Tuesday afternoon to attend the Christian Endeavor convention. June 23, 1898 B. Prom and H.T. Ellenson were unanimously elected members of the board of education of Milton special school district at the election last Tuesday. Oct. 13, 1898 John Ward, father of John, James, and Robert, Jr., and brother of Robert Sr., died at his home at Mount Stewart, Ontario, on Monday, Oct. 3rd. Osnabrock Cycle. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Kenney, of Alma, on Oct. 10th, a daughter. Steve Bardahl of this city was last Monday appointed and sworn in as deputy sheriff. Deputy Gunder Nelson's business is of such nature that it necessitates his absence from the county at this busy time, when the services of a deputy sheriff are daily required. Nov. 17, 1898 DIED-O'Houlihan-At Kinloss, on Nov. 9th, of diphtheria, Bridget Ann, the 8 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy O'Houlihan. GILLESPIE-VOGT MARRIED-At the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Gillespie, in Alma township on Wednesday Nov. 9th, Mr. John W. Gillespie and Miss Annie Vogt, Rev. S. Newlove officiating. Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Barron now occupy the Welo residence on Oakland avenue recently vacated by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dennett. Dec. 15, 1898 A sleigh load from town drove out to the residence of Robert Ward, Sr., Monday evening and surprised Miss Marie Ward on the eve of her departure on a visit to Canadian friends. Dec. 22, 1898 BIRTHS WARD-On Dec. 18, 1898, to Mr. and Mrs. James Ward, of Osnabrock township, a son. NELSON-On Dec. 18, 1898, to Mr. and Mrs. Elias Nelson, of Osnabrock township, a son. EAGLESON-On Dec. 19, 1898, to Mr. and Mrs. Sam Eagleson, of Montrose township, a son, stillborn. DAGGETT-On the 19th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. A.W. Daggett, of Milton, a son. BOSTOCK-On Dec. 14th, to Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Bostock, of Montrose, a son. Dec. 29, 1898 Misses Ina Sanford, Cassie Fee, and Amelia Gaugstad, and Messrs. Chas Diebel, G. Grimson, John C. Johnson, Wm. Young, Jos. Flanagan, S.G. Skulason, and G. Olgelrson, all students at the University of North Dakota, came home Friday for the holiday vacation. 1899 Jan. 19, 1899 MARRIED-THOMPSON-MCLEOD-Henry Thompson, of Soper, went off to Crary Tuesday and yesterday was united in marriage with Miss Annie McLeod, a charming and talented young lady, a cousin of Mrs. Jos. A. Thompson and John J. Campbell. Mr. Campbell accompanied him and officiated in the capacity of groomsman. The groom is one of the most enterprising and enthusiastic farmers of the Soper district, whose friends are legion. Jan. 26, 1899 Mr. and Mrs. W. Caldwell celebrated their silver wedding at their home in Osnabrock township last Friday evening, a large assemblage of friends participating in the festivities. Miss May Powles of this city, temporarily residing in Washington, had the honor of being invited to the reception held by President and Mrs. McKinley at the White House on Wednesday, the 18th inst. The Grand Loyal Orange Lodge met at Crystal yesterday. The following representatives from Milton lodge were in attendance: Wm. Thompson, R. Flack, Wm. M. Graham, Wm. Watson, W.W. Watson, Angus McKay, Alonzo Fee, John Dynes. That was a hot shower of rice which fell yesterday on Mr. and Mrs. L.D. Sweetman as they boarded the train for their wedding trip. Dan Morrison and Lewis McLeod in kilts, John Swanlaw, Allan McDougal, Sr., and some others gave a fine exhibition of the Highland fling to music by the bagpipes at the depot while waiting for the train yesterday. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Hooey, of Montrose, on Jan. 10th, a daughter. MARRIED SWEETMAN-WATERMAN-At the home of the bride's parents in Montrose yesterday at noon, Mr. L.D. Sweetman and Alice M. Waterman, Rev. S. Newlove officiating. The groom is the well-known stock dealer of Milton and Buford, and the bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Waterman. MITCHELL-GRAHAM-At the Presbyterian Manse yesterday afternoon, Mr. John J. Mitchell and Miss Jennie Graham. Rev. D. J. Sykes officiating. The groom is the proprietor of Milton's livery feed and sale stable, and one of the rising young businessmen of Milton. The bride recently arrived from Teeswater, Ontario, and is a charming young lady. Mar. 23, 1899 Mrs. R. Ward and daughter, Miss Mary, returned from Ontario last week. The Montgomery-Dawes-Miller case from Hannah was decided last week in favor of Miller. Montgomery sold a carload of wheat to John Miller through Dawes, who represented himself to be Miller's agent. Montgomery never received pay for his wheat, and most likely never will. Alex McKinnon, a former Miltonian, now in the Philippines with C. C, was recently promoted from corporal to sergeant. Torsten Sabe of Soper and Miss Stense Merling of Milton were married this afternoon by Judge H. E. Dorvat, of Langdon. A marriage license was issued on the 14th to Walter Armstrong and Miss Sarah Livingood, both of Osnabrock. Notices of Homestead Proofs Godmunder J. Thordarson Jesse Hanson Joseph Lepire April 6, 1899 H.E. Close is fixing up his soda fountain and will serve ice cream and ice cream soda this coming summer. April 27, 1899 A FATAL ACCIDENT Little Jennie Thompson accidentally shot by her brother resulting in her death. An exceedingly sad case of accidental shooting occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Thompson of Soper last Monday evening, about 6 o'clock, resulting in the death of their little daughter Jennie. The girl and her older brother, Alfred, had been out in the field shooting gophers with a 22 caliber rifle. They returned to the house and were playing in the swing just outside when a robin came flying toward them and lit on the ground nearby. The boy, while sitting in the swing, raised the gun to shoot at the robin, when his sister jumped to protect it. The rifle was discharged, the bullet passing through the girl's hand, entering her breast, striking the edge of a rib and penetrating the right lung and a portion of the left lung and passing into a muscle of the heart (long article follows). MRS. FAGAN DEAD W.J. Thompson returned home Monday from Independence, Colorado, bringing with him the remains of his sister, Mrs. Mary Jane Fagan, whose demise occurred at the residence of her sister, Mrs. H.N. Wilson, in that city on the 15th inst. of pneumonia. The remains were taken in charge by the Workmen at the depot, a large delegation of which order assembled there for that purpose. The funeral was conducted under the auspices of the Workmen Tuesday afternoon, the services being held in the M.E. Church, Rev. D.J. Sykes officiating in the absence of Rev. S. Newlove...Deceased was 45 years of age and had been in poor health for several years. May 11, 1899 TERRIBLE. Attorney W.J. Thompson Killed Instantly by Accidental Discharge of a Shotgun in Hand of His Partner, George P. Gibson. A Heartrending Tragedy. Many hearts are aching with indescribable sorrow precipitated by the most horrible accident that ever happened in this community, resulting in the instant death of Attorney W.J. Thompson and temporary prostration of George P. Gibson, his partner in business. The accident happened about 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon. Those who happened to be in close proximity to the scene of the tragedy heard the report of a gun and saw George Gibson rush out of the office and bareheaded run up the street shouting, "Where is a doctor? Thompson is shot!" Wm. Pickley, J.R. Mears and Wm. Robison rushed into the office of Thompson and Gibson, where a sight met their gaze which brought a death-like pallor to the face of every observer. There limp and lifeless lay the form of Wm. J. Thompson on the floor in a huge pool of his own lifeblood, the last drops of which were then oozing from a ghastly wound in his breast directly over the heart. No physician or other human agency could help his case. He was dead..... ...George P. Gibson: I was a partner of the deceased W.J. Thompson for two years prior to his demise. I intended to go out to my claim so I borrowed a gun from W. Pratten to take along as I might see some ducks or geese to shoot, and I took the gun out yesterday morning and was shooting with it, took it back to the hotel to my bedroom and put it in its case, which was lying on the bed, and put it in the corner. After dinner I went down to the post office and got some papers and took them up to the office where Will and I looked them over. Will asked me if I would like to smoke. I said "yes, I'll smoke with you." He went off and got the cigars and brought them back and we lit them. He said he was going out for a drive this afternoon as it was a nice day. Then I thought I would stay around the office and not go out shooting again. I went over and got the gun for the purpose of cleaning it, thinking it was too dirty to clean in my bedroom. I brought it over to the office and Will and I were talking possibly a minute when Finlay McDonald came in. I was sitting in a chair kind of facing Finlay and Will, the gun lying loosely across my knees in its case, the barrel pointing in the direction of Will. I had one hand on the stock supporting the gun in my lap. Finlay was telling stories of the time he was police of Larimore. We were sitting there together smoking and talking when the gun exploded. I was thunder struck for a second or so, when I saw Will was hit, I immediately rushed off for a doctor but was unable to find one." (long article follows). May 18, 1899 BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. S. Koffski, on May 12th, a daughter. Mrs. Ed Thibideau of Olga died on the 4th inst., aged 40 years. Joseph Dunigan of Beauliew died on the 5th inst., of appendicitis, aged 17 years. BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Flater, of Osnabrock, on the 14th inst., a daughter. J.W. Campbell has purchased the McIver building and will move it onto lots in Johnson's addition. Reilly in Trouble Again Sheriff John L. Robertson came down from Langdon Monday and attached all the movable property in and about the Milton Roller Mills on behalf of the Van Dusen-Harrington Co., grain commission merchants in Minneapolis, who have brought action to recover the sum of $625, which amount they claim Manager J. Reilly of the Milton Milling Co. has overdrawn on wheat shipments. Sheriff Robertson has taken possession of the property and had it moved away from the mill. The case will probably go to the district court. The Mill has also been attached. June 8, 1899 Mrs. Hans T. Ellenson and three children and Miss Amelia Gaugstad went down to the Gaugstad home in the Golden Valley near Park River Monday for a visit. Miss Gaugstad also expected to attend the C.E. convention at Minto. Peter Livingston continues carrying the mail between Osnabrock, Soper and Kinloss; C.A. Smith failing to qualify. Today is the date for the big gopher hunt out west. Supper will be served at the palatial home of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Wild after the slaughter and amusement will be provided for the evening. Mrs. Jos. Brezina of Osnabrock was taken to the asylum for the insane at Jamestown Tuesday by Sheriff Robertson, she having been adjudged insane by the board of insanity Monday. June 15, 1889 BORN-to Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Davidson, on June 12th, a daughter. Miss Mille Orpe returned Saturday from Mayville, where she had been attending Normal School. The contract for building the bridge at Elias Nelson's crossing was awarded to J.W. Campbell, Richard Barry will draw the lumber and Andrew Nelson will do the grading on the approaches. Pete Myhre, some years ago assistant cashier in the State Bank of Milton, is now rusticating out at Toledo, Oregon, with John Ofstedahl and Druggist Krogstad, all of whom are prosperous and enjoying life in the far west. July 6, 1899 MARRIED-At Langdon on June 20th, Mr. John Crosby of Rolla and Mrs. D. Gillespie of Alma township. Contractor J.B. Widdes with J.W. Campbell and a crew of assistants, have had a difficult task reconstructing O.G. Menes' store building which was blown down in Thursday night's storm. Osnabrock was quite badly shaken up by the storm Friday night. John Trotter's kitchen and warehouse were blown a considerable distance and smashed, Bidlake & Kinchin's, Jameson's, and some other store fronts were broken and several other small buildings were blown down. July 13, 1899 C.W. Plain recently purchased the Anun Anunson place a mile east of town for which he paid $2, 600 spot cash-no buildings. B. Prom has purchased a handsome little Shetland pony for his son Rolf. July 13, 1899 OFSTEDAHL-ANDERSON The home of Mr. and Mrs. Hans T. Ellenson was the scene of an event of unusual importance and interest yesterday afternoon, when Mr. C. Ofstedahl and Miss Helen Anderson were united in marriage. Rev. G. A. Sovde officiating. The ceremony was attended only by relatives and a few close friends of the contracting parties. Mr. and Mrs. Ofstedahl left on the afternoon train for a short visit with relatives near LaCrosse, Wisconsin. The groom is one of the substantial businessmen of this city-jeweler, optician and proprietor of the New Fruit Store The bride has been engaged in teaching school in Walsh county until a year ago when she was engaged to teach the intermediate department of the Milton school. Both are highly talented and exceedingly popular with a large circle of friends. MCCULLOUGH'S RAILROAD J.H. McCullough of this city will build a railroad from Devil's Lake city to the Chautauqa grounds, the road to be in operation for the opening of the assembly next year. A thirty years' exclusive franchise has been secured together with right-of-way, and the contract and bond have been signed for a standard-gauge road to be completed and equipped by June 20, 1900 (more). Aug. 24, 1899 BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. John Flack, on August 24th, a daughter. It transpires that Fred Nass not only succeeded in deceiving the unfortunate woman whom he has abandoned, but also many others who befriended him in his time of need. In his hurry to depart he forgot to settle several board and other bills which he is owing around town. Sept. 7, 1899 Mrs. H. S. .Waterman has accepted the position of landlady at the Portland Cement Co.'s boarding house. Mr. Waterman is also employed at carpenter work at the mill. Wm. Young will depart for Salt Lake City, Utah, next week to begin the fall term at the state university there. His parents and sisters will also move there within a few weeks, to remain during the winter at least. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. W.S. Small on the 11th inst., a son. Mrs. H. T. Helgesen has left the Battle Creek (Mich.) Sanitarium, improved in health and will visit friends in Illinois and Iowa enroute home. Agent A.W. Coats is off duty, taking a much needed rest. Relief Agent G..G. Graham having temporary charge of the affairs of the Great Northern at this station. The streets, back yards and alleys were swarming with drunken men last Sunday afternoon and night. The pig had a Klondike day at the opening of fall season. Gay Humphreys and Herbert Helgesen the other day set out to beat the bicycle record between here and Crystal via Gardar, and made the trip in 1 hour and 14 minutes, which is the best yet reported. Joe Flanagan will return to the Grand Forks University for the coming year, notwithstanding the inducements which have been offered by Minnesota and Wisconsin to secure him. Joe has few if any superiors in the northwest at football, and as a baseball pitcher and all around athlete he is the admired of the admired wherever he performs. SHOOTING AT OSNABROCK Opposite Chas. Sunderland's fruit store in Osnabrock was the scene of a shooting affray last Monday morning, in which a gambler, giving the name "James Scott" was shot through both arms by a charge from a .38 caliber revolver in the hands of a man whose name could not be learned. The fellow tried a second shot at Scott's back as he ran into Sunderland's store, but the revolver missed fire, and then he walked off across the prairie.....the explanation given is that Scott, who had been running a gambling table in Osnabrock for some time, refused to play his assailant $14 which he won in a game Sunday. After requesting a settlement several times the fellow became exasperated and opened fire. There was no complaint made or warrant issued. Sept. 28, 1899 THE FIRE FIEND On the Alex Thompson homestead about three miles northeast of town last Saturday night fire destroyed the barn and granary. Five work horses were burned to death, and 2,300 bushels of what and 1000 bushels of oats were damaged, besides several sets of harnesses, vehicles, etc. The loss is estimated at $1600; no insurance. The place was leased and buildings occupied by Jas. Thompson, son of Alex Thompson, and a portion of the grain and some of the stock belonged to him. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Thompson were not aware of what had happened until Sunday morning about 7 o'clock, when they awakened from their night's slumber and discovered their loss. The origin of the fire is unknown. About 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon the fire alarm was sounded and the department turned out to quench a fire in some haystacks on George Diebel's residence property which was started by some very small children who were playing "threshing" with a toy machine and a supply of matches. About eleven tons of hay was destroyed. Last week John Hall, 3 mi. south east of Gardar, lost his granary and 1600 bu. of wheat and fifty tons of hay as the result of children playing in a straw stack. Moral, insure with T.O. Hall. Mrs. Erick Narveson Dead Mrs. Erick Narveson died very suddenly at her home near Merl P.O. last Sunday night. Deceased was a daughter of P.O. Throndset, Union, and a most estimable young lady. The bereaved husband, parents, brothers and sisters have the deepest sympathy of many friends. Oct. 19, 1899 WILLIAM THOMPSON DEAD Died-in Kinloss at 1 o'clock, on the morning of the 18th, inst., William Thompson, aged 83 years. His aged widow, one son, J.H., and three daughters, Miss Fanny, and Mesdames J.H. McGregor and Hugh Wilson, survive him. Deceased was held in high esteem through life. This is the third death in this family since last April and the heartfelt sympathy of all goes out to the afflicted people. The remains will be interred in Oddfellow's cemetery. The funeral service will be held at the residence in Kinloss this afternoon. The family of Mrs. H. Sonstegard, about three miles northeast of Osnabrock, are afflicted with diphtheria. The three year daughter died last week. Five other afflicted children are improving, with prospects good for recovery. MARRIED-On Oct. 14, Mr. George Denson and Miss Jennie LaBar, both of Hannah, Justice K.S. Norgard officiating. Oct. 26, 1899 OBITUARY (contributed) DIED-On the 18th inst., at the residence of his son, the late W.J. Thompson, William Thompson, aged 82 years and 8 months. Deceased was born March 10th, 1817, near the town of Derrygonnely, Fermanagh County, Ireland, was married to Catherine Elliot in 1853, came to Canada in 1863 and emigrated with his family to Dakota in 1880. Two daughters and one son have preceded him to the other shore, Bessie A., who died at Park River in 1884, Mary J., who died in Colorado on April 15th, 1800, and William J., whose sad and sudden death occurred in Milton on the 8th of May, 1899. His widow, one son, and three daughters survive him. James H, Fanny, Mrs. J.F. McGregor, and Mrs. H.N. Wilson. His end was peace. That was a warm shower of rice that fell on Mr. and Mrs. Ben Tronslin as they boarded the train Tuesday afternoon. The coup de main was well planned and executed. John Stivland has accepted a situation in P.A. Blakstad's store, to begin today. He raised about 5000 bushels of grain on his Mona farms this year and may be said to be prospering nicely. Miss Ina Sanford departed Tuesday for Grand Forks to attend the U.N.D. R. Torrance had a suit of clothes stolen out of his valise in the livery barn Tuesday. He has a clue. Miss Ella Watson came home Saturday from Grafton, where she has been residing for the past two years. Edna Reid, the 16 year old daughter of James F. Reid, disappeared from her home near Drayton on the 19th inst., leaving a note stating that she would either commit suicide or else go where they never could find her. It is thought by many that she has eloped with a certain young man. Nov. 9, 1899 PIGS RAIDED Deputy Sheriff J.R. Mears with the assistance of F.A. McDonald and George Campbell made a raid on the Osnabrock blind pigs last Tuesday evening. George Davis, Wm. Wheeler, and Della P. Jamieson were taken into custody and brought before Justice Norgard in this city. The hearing was set for 1 o'clock yesterday afternoon. Davis and Wheeler were placed in the city jail to await their hearing and during the night the lock was pried off by someone on the outside and the prisoners escaped. The case of State vs D.P. Jamieson was called at 1 o'clock yesterday afternoon, witnesses being present. The defendant asked for an adjournment in order to secure counsel. The case was adjourned to 1 o'clock this afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. H.W. Montgomery arrived from Fargo Tuesday to open up the L.O. Elliott restaurant in O. G. Menes' building one door west of Halliday's store. Mr. Montgomery is a grandson of Mr. Elliott, and will have charge of the business. THOMPSON-WANG The home of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Watson was the scene of a pretty wedding last Friday evening, the contracting parties being Mr. James Thompson and Miss Anna Wang, Rev. D.J. Sykes officiating. Only relatives and a few close friends were present. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thompson of Montrose and has grown from early boyhood here. The bride is the eldest daughter of Rev. and Mrs. B. Wang, formerly of this city, now of Chamberlain, S.D., and has been engaged in teaching school in this vicinity. They immediately begin housekeeping in the dwelling recently built on J.B. Widdes' place adjoining their own farm in Montrose township. Nov. 16, 1899 WEDDING BELLS Cartier-Smith Mr. Louis Cartier and Miss Ida Barnes Smith, both of Milton, were married at Langdon yesterday afternoon, Rev. Beer officiating. The groom is a thrifty young farmer and the bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Smith, of Alma township. Stewart-Jones Married at the residence of Benjamin Code, by Rev. T. Davis Acheson, on Wednesday, Nov. 8th, James H. Stewart of Soper and Miss Clara Levera Jones of this city, and formerly of Bowmansville, Ontario. The young couple begin housekeeping at Soper. Erickson-Sandland At the Norwegian Lutheran parsonage in this city on the 11th inst., Mr. Edward Erickson and Miss Tilda Sandland, both of Park River, were married, Rev. G. A. Sovde officiating. Nelson-Wold Louis T. Nelson on Union and Miss Anna Wold of Milton were married on the 14th inst., Justice D.A. Oakland officiating. Young-Nicklin At the home of the bride's mother in Park River, Att'y G. W. Young and Miss Mary M. Nicklin were married at 8 o'clock last evening, Rev. J.A. Strachan officiating. The groom is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Young of McLean and was among the pioneers and most energetic, thrifty and highly esteemed young men of this section. Elliott-Thompson The home of Mr. and Mrs. William Thompson in Montrose township was the scene of a quiet wedding yesterday at 12:30 pm, the contracting parties being their daughter, Laura M. Thompson and Dr. A. F. Elliott, Rev. S. Newlove of Bathgate officiating. The groom is state veterinarian for the seventh district and enjoys a large successful and lucrative veterinary practice in the city and vicinity. The bride has grown from childhood here, her parents having been among the pioneers of this section. Of late years she has been engaged in school teaching in Montrose township in districts in close proximity to her home. GOLDEN WEDDING Fully seventy old time friends of Mr. and Mrs. Halldor Kr. Fredrickson of Reykjavik, Iceland, congregated at the I.O.F. hall in Gardar last Monday evening to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their marriage. Nov. 23, 1899 BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Green on the 18th inst., a daughter. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. John Rorvik, of Sylvesta township, Walsh county, on the 21st inst., twins, a boy and a girl. Catherine McKay Dead Died-At Jamestown on the 19th inst., Miss Catherine McKay , aged 35 years. Deceased was a daughter of Donald McKay and sister of John, Norman, Dan, Alex and Angus McKay of East Alma township. She has been an inmate of the asylum for the insane at Jamestown for about six years. The remains arrived in Milton yesterday and will be interred in Oddfellow's cemetery this afternoon at 2 o'clock. Fallis-Devlin Married-At the home of the bride's parents in Drayton, on Nov. 15th, Mr. George R. Fallis of Milton and Miss Mildred Devlin of Drayton, Rev. C. W. Collinge officiating. The groom is an energetic and prosperous young farmer who is held in high esteem, having been among the pioneers of this section with his parents when a child. BORN-To Mrs. and Mrs. T.W. Cox on the 20th inst., a son. J. S. Bergman, who went to the Klondike two years ago, returned to Gardar last week from Cape Nome, where he has purchased some mining property which he will return and develop next spring. Dec. 7, 1899 Mrs. Margaret McCullough departed Tuesday for Seattle, Washington, to remain indefinitely with her daughter, Mrs. Al. Inman. Saville-Rushford Mr. George E. Saville and Miss Josephine Rushford were united in marriage at Olga on the 2nd inst., Rev. J.C. Bachand officiating. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Rushford of East Alma, the family being among the pioneer and most highly esteemed residents of this section. Olson-Nordquist Married-At Langdon, on November 28th, 1899, Mr. Olaf W. Olson and Miss Ida Nordquist, Judge Dorval officiating. The groom is foreman on the Nordquist farm about midway between Milton and Osnabrock and also has a farm in the western part of the county. The bride is the eldest of the three Nordquist sisters, and is held in high esteem by a large circle of friends. Mears-Thompson Miss Christine Thompson and Mr. Clarance Mears were united in marriage yesterday at 1 o'clock at the home of the bride's parents on the south side, Rev. W. W. Reed, of the First Baptist church performing the ceremony. Only a few intimate friends besides the relatives being present. Dec. 28, 1899 E.M. Halloway is now employed in C.Ofstedahl's fruit and jewelry store. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Livingood, of Olga, on Dec. 27th, a daughter. 1900 Jan. 4, 1900 Gilbert Nordby has resigned his position with H.T. Ellenson and will spend the remainder of the winter with friends at various points in Minnesota. John A. Johnson was initiated by the A.O.C.W. Saturday night, and on Monday departed for Grand Forks to attend business college. G. Grimson and Misses Ina Sanford, Bessie Butterwick and Amelia Gaugstad departed Tuesday for the university at Grand Forks. MARRIED-Paulson-Johnson-At the home of S.S. Crimson, E. Alma, on Dec. 27, 1899. Mr. Magnus Paulson and Mrs. Gundrun Johnson, Rev. Bergman officiating. MUSIC TEACHER Having completed a course in music I am ready to receive pupils in Piano and Organ playing. Terms easy. Inquire at postoffice. Marie Aslakson, Milton, ND. DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP Milton, ND, Dec. 19, 1899. Notice is hereby given that on the 5th day of November, AD 1899, the partnership existing between T.W. Cox and Allan McDonald in conducting a livery, feed and sale stable business in the Town of Milton was by mutual consent dissolved. T.W. Cox continuing the business, assuming all indebtedness and to whom all accounting due to the firm are to be paid. Allan McDonald, T.W. Cox. Jan. 11, 1900 Herbert and Elmer Helgesen, Chas. Diebel and Miss Jauntier Humphreys departed Monday for the University of North Dakota at Grand Forks. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. WE Dahl, on Jan. 9th, a daughter. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Watson, of Montrose, on Jan. 8th, a son. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Harts, of Montrose, on Jan. 6th, a daughter. President McKinley last Tuesday nominated Jos. Powles as postmaster at Milton. The nomination no doubt will be confirmed by the U.S. Senate, and Mr. Powles will continue to be postmaster for at least four more years, with the added dignity of being appointed by the president. Feb. 1, 1900 Edward J. Frost, an old settler of Valhalla, died on Jan. 28th, of heart failure, aged 42 years. Misses Molberget and Nelson, dress makers, have moved into Erik Rustan's building, two doors west of their former shop. The L.R. Kelly store building is being supplied with new floors and otherwise fitted up for the occupancy by B.T. Gjornson, general merchandise. Wm. Haight returned home Monday from Minneapolis, where he has been attending a conservatory of music. Feb. 8, 1900 If You Love Your Wife, buy her a BOSS Washing Machine. H.T. Helgesen. Pioneer Hardware, Furniture and Lumber Dealer. Undertaking a specialty. April 5, 1900 BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. S.B. Sanford on April 1st, a son. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Melville on March 31st, a son. May 3, 1900 ACCIDENTAL SHOOTING Near Hannah last Tuesday morning Henry Thompson, the 16-yr-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thompson, was killed instantly by the accidental discharge of a 44 cal. rifle which he was placing in a buggy while hunting geese near Rush Lake. He had taken hold of the barrel of the gun and the charge passed entirely through his body. This family were among the pioneer settlers of this neighborhood, where they resided until three years ago when they moved to Rush Lake, and the surviving members have the heartfelt sympathy of a multitude of warm friends here in their sad bereavement. The funeral will be held this afternoon in Hannah. In addition to the business drays, etc., George Campbell has purchased from Arthur Mears the dwelling and barn on 3rd street which were originally the property of Milton's first drayman, Ole Hanson. June 28, 1900 A.N. Doblen has sold his interest in the Milton meat market back to C.A. Olson, who is again sole proprietor. Misses Jennie and Sarah Campbell, Bessie Butterwick, Amelia Gaugstad, Thorun Johnson, Juanita Humphreys and Mr. P.G. Johnson returned home Friday from Langdon, where they attended the Teachers' Institute. Nov. 22, 1900 J. W. Pratten took charge of the Northwestern Hotel last Thursday. He has the best wishes of the entire community. BORN-To Mr. and Mrs. Steve Bardahl, on the 17th inst., a son. The infant died within twenty-four hours after its birth, and the bereaved parents have the sympathy of many friends, especially as this is their second misfortune of this nature within the last few years. Notices of Homestead Proofs Anton Christianson Haug Peder O. Holth Julia Hanson Boren O Holth Ella T. Gogin Mrs. Andrine Sunderland Sept. 6, 1900 DIED-On Wednesday, at 11 o'clock, am, August 29, 1900, Josephine, the beloved wife of Mr. R.H. Halstead, aged 28 years. Mrs. Halstead has been suffering for some time from an internal cancer and was taken to the hospital at Grand Forks for treatment. An operation was performed on Tuesday under the direction of Dr. Fawcett, but to no avail. On Wednesday she passed away. The remains were brought to Osnabrock for internment, the funeral taking place today, Friday, at 10 o'clock, from the residence one half mile south of town, Rev. Karr of Milton officiating. Aug. 2, 1900 Mrs. B. Prom writes that her visit to Scotland was the most interesting and delightful of her trip so far. She never before met with such wholesouled hospitality as that accorded her by the Scotch people in Scotland. Mrs. John Ward, mother of James, John and Robert Ward, arrived from Mt. Forest, Ontario, on Monday of last week for a visit with her sons here. She was accompanied by Mrs. Frank Henry of Ayton, Ontario, who came out for a visit with her daughter Mrs. John Ward. Notices of Homestead Proofs Peter A. Campbell Joseph Slama James H. Thompson