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William "Buck" Smith standing behind the counter of his store. Standing on the other side of the counter are two of his clerks, Irene Gay and Loretta Ellsworth. Mr. Smith is holding a shirt out on the top of the counter., Film negatives, 10 x 13 cm., "End of line for traveler Smith. Buck and clerks Irene Gay and Loretta Ellsworth" - caption with image published in The Pierce County Tribune, September 13, 1951, p. 11., Title supplied by staff.

Street view of two-story brick commercial buildings with automobiles parked in front. The building has a sign stating "Crossroads Book and Music", the building to the right belongs to Stan Kostka Sporting Goods., Film negatives, 35 mm., Title supplied by staff., In June 1990, Robert A. "Bob" Nelson was hired by the Institute for Regional Studies Archives to make a photographic survey of the city of Fargo, N.D.

Street view of two-story brick commercial buildings with automobiles parked in front. The building at left has a sign stating "Crossroads Book and Music", the middle building has signs stating "Stan Kostka Sporting Goods", and the building partially visible at right belongs to Sgutt's clothing store., Film negatives, 35 mm., Title supplied by staff., In June 1990, Robert A. "Bob" Nelson was hired by the Institute for Regional Studies Archives to make a photographic survey of the city of Fargo, N.D.

Two aerial views show separate construction sites on Main Avenue and 5th Street in downtown Bismarck.

An aerial view, likely from the roof of the Patterson Hotel, of the festivities of the grand opening of 7th and 9th Streets in downtown Bismarck. Antique cars drive on Main Avenue past the Athlete's Foot store, a disco, and an Exxon gas station. The Bank of North Dakota building and grain elevators are visible in the distance. People and vehicles are lined up on 7th Street.

This composite view shows a variety of businesses located in a southeasterly direction from Patterson Place in downtown Bismarck. Visible are the Athlete's Foot, a disco, an Exxon gas station, a store that sells Levi's jeans, the Bismarck Civic Center, Wachter's Trucking & Storage, Northwest Industiral Supply, the Kirkwood Mall, and the Kirkwood Office Tower.

A view of the Upper Missouri Valley Fair proceeding down Main Street, past spectators., Film negatives, 35mm film, "1983 UMV Fair parade (Dillard Pic)"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

An unidentified marching band passes spectators who line the sidewalk outside of the American State Bank on Main Street, Williston. The Odd Fellows lodge, and J.C. Penney can be seen in the background, among other businesses., Film negatives, 35 mm, "Band Day 1984 Atol on motorcycle"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

A view of the Estevan Kiltie Band, from Estevan, Saskatchewan, Canada. The band is passing spectators, who have lined the sidewalks outside of businesses on Main Street, to watch the parade. The Odd Fellows sign is visible, and Steven's Sports Center, Service Drug, the Ben Franklin Company, and J.C. Penney's can be seen behind the band., Film negatives, 35 mm, "Band Day 1984 Atol on motorcycle"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Spectators and parade dignitaries outside of the New Grand Theater have been covered in exhaust from a float driving down Main Street in the Band Day parade. Western Sports, Inc., Andy's Men's Store, Joseph's, and the Family Shoe Store can all be seen in this photograph., Film negatives, 35 mm, "Band Day 1984"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

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508 South Walnut Street., This archival material has been provided for educational purposes. Ball State University Libraries recognizes that some historic items may include offensive content. Our statement regarding objectionable content is available at: https://dmr.bsu.edu/digital/about

Panoramic group photograph showing a large group of men some wearing fez hats. In the background is visible the Jewish synagogue, Island Park, Fargo Armory, Emery and Johnson Sporting Goods store, and the back side of Moody's dry goods store., Gelatin silver prints, 21 x 121 cm., Title printed on front of photograph.

People watch from an elevated overpass at water floods the Red Owl Supermarket on Broadway in Fargo. Sandbags surround the Moody building in the background. On higher ground, the following businesses are visible: Johnson's for Shoes, Shotwell Flowers, Luger Furniture Co, and Herbst.

A view of a boat for sale at Pangers Sporting Goods store in Williston., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

An employee of Pangers Sporting Goods store in Williston stands beside a boat. Several other boats can be seen leaning against the wall behind the man., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "CRIGHTON SPORTING GOODS in old grogan Robinson Lbr. Bldg Receive Truck load Boats"--Handwritten on envelope containing negative, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "PANGERS SPORTING GOODS Tear Down old Bldg to build new one Also New Bldg & Truckload of Boats"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

An employee of Pangers Sporting Goods store in Williston stands beside a boat. Several other boats can be seen leaning against the wall behind the man., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "Pangers old Building demolished to build new one Mid 50's"--Handwritten on envelope containing negative, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "PANGERS SPORTING GOODS Tear Down old Bldg to build new one Also New Bldg & Truckload of Boats"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Neuman Ditsworth (left) and Les Panger (right) stand outside Pangers Sporting Goods in Williston. The men are holding a sign that reads "FREE COYOTE STEW AT PANGER'S SPORTING GOODS STORE TO DAY 5:00 P.M. SAT. FEB 28th CHEFS: LES PANGER VERNON BENTH MEAT DONATED BY DITSWORTH KNOX." Old Timers Park can be seen on the left in the photograph., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "Free Coyote Stew at Pangers Sport. Goods - Ditsworth & Panger"--Handwritten on envelope containing negative, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "PANGERS SPORTING GOODS Tear Down old Bldg to build new one Also New Bldg & Truckload of Boats"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

A view of the entrance to Pangers Sporting Goods in Williston from across the street., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

A view of the entrance to Pangers Sporting Goods in Williston from across the street., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "PANGERS SPORTING GOODS Tear Down old Bldg to build new one Also New Bldg & Truckload of Boats"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

A view of the entrance to Pangers Sporting Goods in Williston from across the street., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "PANGER'S STORE JULY"--Handwritten on envelope containing negative, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "PANGERS SPORTING GOODS Tear Down old Bldg to build new one Also New Bldg & Truckload of Boats"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Two men, either employees or customers at Pangers Sporting Goods, sit inside one of the boats for sale. Unfortunately, neither of the young men have been identified., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

A view of the entrance to Pangers Sporting Goods in Williston from across the street., Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "8-56 Pangers new store"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "PANGERS SPORTING GOODS Tear Down old Bldg to build new one Also New Bldg & Truckload of Boats"--Handwritten on envelope containing negatives, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Interior view of the Durkin and Durkin Sports Store in Waukegan.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Ross E. French Post No. 2328 can be seen marching down Main Street in Williston., Film negatives, 35mm film, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

Film negatives, 120 film, Title created by staff., William E. "Bill" Shemorry was a native of Williston, N.D. who began work in the newspaper industry as a newsboy selling the Williston Herald and the Williams County Farmers Press. In 1953, he started to publish the Williston Plains Reporter, which he operated for 25 years before selling to the Williston Herald. Shemorry then began to concentrate on his own writing and photography. In addition to writing many books on the history of Williams County, he also collected photographs of early North Dakota photographers. Shemorry was an active member of the Williston Fire Department, was Civil Defense Chief of Williams County for three years in the 1950's, and was a combat photographer in World War II. Shemorry's photograph of the discovery of oil in North Dakota on April 4, 1951 at the Clarence Iverson No. 1 is one of the most famous oil photographs ever taken, and was published in many national publications.

The interior of the McMillan store. The sporting goods store has target boards, knives and fishing poles prominently displayed., This image is a preservation copy made from an unstable original nitrate negative.

An interior view of the McMillan store. Sporting good materials as well as shoe boxes and clothing items can be seen., This image is a preservation copy made from an unstable original nitrate negative.

The store is stocked with sporting goods. Fishing gear, guns, knives, basketballs and hoops are displayed. A ram's head and a moose head are mounted on the walls.

This black and white printed postcard features two boxes with content. The left box has an illustration of a man and woman hunting. The woman holds a rifle and the man holds a rifle and two birds. Printed text is above and below. The box on the right contains printed text. An illustration of a rifle is on the back of the card.

This black and white printed postcard features two boxes with content. The left box has an illustration of a man and woman hunting. The woman holds a rifle and the man holds a rifle and two birds. Printed text is above and below. The box on the right contains printed text. An illustration of a rifle is on the back of the card.

This black and white printed postcard features two boxes with content. The left box has an illustration of a man and woman hunting. The woman holds a rifle and the man holds a rifle and two birds. Printed text is above and below. The box on the right contains printed text. An illustration of a rifle is on the back of the card.

View of the four-story brick Ardmore Apartments. Retail shops occupy the first floor including Hoffman's Sporting Goods and Bicycles.

This black and white printed postcard features two boxes with content. The left box has an illustration of a man and woman hunting. The woman holds a rifle and the man holds a rifle and two birds. Printed text is above and below. The box on the right contains printed text. An illustration of a rifle is on the back of the card.

This black and white printed postcard features two boxes with content. The left box has an illustration of a man and woman hunting. The woman holds a rifle and the man holds a rifle and two birds. Printed text is above and below. The box on the right contains printed text. An illustration of a rifle is on the back of the card.

This black and white printed postcard features two boxes with content. The left box has an illustration of a man and woman hunting. The woman holds a rifle and the man holds a rifle and two birds. Printed text is above and below. The box on the right contains printed text. An illustration of a rifle is on the back of the card.

An exterior view of the four-story brick, Ardmore Apartments circa 1936. Retail shops occupy the first floor including Hoffman's Sporting Goods and Bicycles.

This black and white printed postcard features two boxes with content. The left box has an illustration of a man and woman hunting. The woman holds a rifle and the man holds a rifle and two birds. Printed text is above and below. The box on the right contains printed text. An illustration of a rifle is on the back of the card.

This brochure is for all of International YMCA College's, now Springfield College, spring sport's schedules. The sport's schedules included are baseball, lacrosse, tennis, and track. The schedule includes the date of the sports event, who the team is playing against, and whether it is a home or away sports event. The brochure also include the captain, manager, and coach of that sport. There is an advertisement for Carlisle Hardward Co. representing A. G. Spalding & Bros.

A brochure of the Springfield College men's basketball schedule from the 1923-1924 season. The schedule lists the dates and the opponents played during the 1923-24 season. In addition, there is space to right the scores for each game listed. On the back page is an advertisement for Carlisle Hardware Co. of Springfield, Ma, saying that they sell Spalding Athletic goods., This was the second and final season for Head coach Paul Otto. The team finished the season with a record of 15 wins and 3 losses under the leadership of Head coach Otto and team Captain Paul Reddick. After the season, Reddick and Raymond Oosting were given recognition as members of the All-New England team. The teams only losses for the season came twice against Vermont and Rensselaer P.I. once.