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Film negatives, 4 x 5 in., "LEE TIRE SERV 2-15-54"--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., "LEE TIRE SERV 2-15-54"--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 equipment at the Texas Helle oil well site near Keene, N.D., Film negatives, 4 x 6 in., "8-20-55 Texas Helle near Keene"--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 group of men, women, children, and a dog have gathered in the woods for a picnic and outing. The group has gathered for a portrait. Unfortunately, none of the individuals in the photograph have been identified., Film negatives, 4 x 6 in., 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.

2 x 3 in., 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.

2 x 3 in., 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.

At a Williston High School prom, couples pose for a group photograph on the dance floor. Several men and women are also taking photographs, Williston, N.D., 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.

Two actors in a high school play perform on stage. Both the man and woman, both in costume, appear to be in the act of acrobatic movements. The band pit is visible at the bottom of the photograph, North Dakota., 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.

A view of the service and support plaque Shemorry recieved from the Williston Petroleum Club, Williston, N.D., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Polies Weatz 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 Williston Coyote Foundation Board of Directors clock awarded to Shemorry, N.D., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Polies Weatz 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.

The chief of police of the Wiliston Police Department rides down the street, past spectators, in the Williston Band Festival parade., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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 two Shriners in cars parked in front of the group of parade dignitaries in the Williston Band Festival Parade., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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 Drum & Bugle corps. as they proceed down the street in the Williston Band Festival., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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 new Williston Fire Department truck in the Williston Band Festival., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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 two Shriners in cars passing spectators outside businesses, including the B & B Super Drug in the Williston Band Festival Parade., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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.

Two people ride on a motorcycle down the street in the Williston Band Festival, part of the Christian Motorcyclists Association., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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.

Three men in the 1919 Williston Fire Department truck drive past spectators in the Williston Band Festival parade., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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 Odd Fellows and Rebekahs float, filled with men and women, and pulled by a truck past spectators., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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.

Three men in the 1919 Williston Fire Department truck drive past spectators in the Williston Band Festival parade., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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.

Two young women walk down the street in the Williston Band Festival Parade, carrying a Christian Motorcyclists Association banner., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Police Weatz 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.

Gay (Shemorry) Williamson poses with her husband David, friend Chuck Johnson for a photograph at the Sloulin International Airport in Williston. They were in town for the 1998 Williston Band Day festival. Johnson was the grand marshall of the parade. A Williston native, and brother to Eloise Halvorson, Johnson was a one-time sports editor of the Milwaukee Journal, among other interests., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Williston Band Festival - May 1998 Chuck-Gay-David Petroleum Club Coyote Foundation Stavauger Lay Officials Moe Plaque Church & Bart Stars Packers Book Gandreau airplane & misc family pix Rauum's ferry Shriners in cars Christian Motorcycle New Fire Truck Club 1919 Fire Truck Odd Fellows Float Al Grove Coyote Marching Band Drum & Bugle Corps Chief of Polies Weatz 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 cover of Shemorry's 1992 book: Phil Jackson: The Man With the Longest Reach., 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.

Letter from Bill Shemorry to Denise Brale about family history, specifically Dan Pasonault and Shemorry's friendship with J.E. Pasonault and interest in photographs. Shemorry also included a brief biography of himself., Documents, 29 x 22 cm., Title created by staff. Bill Shemorry "broke up" with Corinne and sold the Williston Plains Reporter to the Williston Herald in 1978 (not 1987 as typed in letter)., 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 Glo Shemorry's cabin on Eagle Lake in Minnesota., Film negatives, 35 mm, "Color scenic photos Glo's Cabin on Eagle Lake 1990 also church where weddings held for Charlie & Deb - Bonnie & David and Gouh and Leih"--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 Glo Shemorry's cabin on Eagle Lake in Minnesota., Film negatives, 35 mm, "Color scenic photos Glo's Cabin on Eagle Lake 1990 also church where weddings held for Charlie & Deb - Bonnie & David and Gouh and Leih"--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.

Glo Shemorry is served dinner at Oktoberfest in North Dakota., Film negatives, 35mm film, "Glo & Bill at Oktoberfest"--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 one of the stained glass windows in the Congregational Church., Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., 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 one of the windows in the Congregational Church. This one pictures the cross and the crown., Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., 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 one of the windows in the Congregational Church. This one pictures Jesus and a lamb, "the good shepherd.", Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., 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 one of the windows in the Congregational Church. This one pictures the open Bible and lilies., Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., 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.

Williston Police Chief Ray Atol Leads Band Festival Parade, Williston, N.D., Photographic prints, 3 x 4 in., 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., Photograph appears in Shemorry's book: Best of the Best Little Stories of the Twentieth Century, p. 48.

A view of one of the windows in the Congregational Church. This one pictures the open Bible and lilies., Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., 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 one of the windows in the Congregational Church. This one pictures the light of the world, the torch and censer., Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., 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.

Six winners at the 4-H Showcase display their ribbons and plaques, smiling for the camera., Photographic prints, 8 x 10 in., 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.

Corporal Thomas D. Kerrick, Civil War Veteran, Co. G. 64th Infantry. Grave stone in Section 28, Athens Township, Williams County., Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., 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., Photograph appears in Shemorry's book: Best of the Best Little Stories of the Twentieth Century, p. 172.

Veterans Memorial at Railroad Park, Williston, N.D., Photographic prints, 4 x 7 in., 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., Photograph appears in Shemorry's book: Best of the Best Little Stories of the Twentieth Century, p. 163.

A view of an unidentified Cemetary dedicated to the French who died on D-Day in World War Two. Each grave is marked with a white cross. A building can be seen in the distance with the American flag raised., Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., "French Cemetery after D-Day WW 2"--Handwritten on back of photograph, 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 one of the windows in the Congregational Church. This one reads "I am the bread of life.", Photographic prints, 4 x 6 in., 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., This photograph appeared in A Force for Good: A Centennial History of the First Union Church, 1889-1989. The description was derived from Shemorry's caption on page 91.

View of Ellie Haake working on blue prints at a desk. He is wearing glasses and was a field man for the North Dakota Geological Survey., Photographic prints, 16 x 11 cm., "Ellie Haake, Field Man, ND Geog Survey" - Handwritten on back of photograph., 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.

Aerial view overlooking trailer park neighborhood outside of a town in Williams County. These trailer homes were probably used for housing for oil workers around 1980., Photographic prints, 21 x 26 cm., 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.

View of three women smiling and one man all wearing hard hats at an oil well site. Caption with photograph - "A new record was set in Divide County recently when a three 'man' geologist crew on one rig turned out to be all women. With consulting geologist Herb Kane are, from left, Pat Rowe, Nancy Lane and Terry Rau. The three are employees of Continental Laboratories, Inc., Billings, and were working on Gulf Oil; Mosbacher-Pruet 1 George C. Anderson, SW SE 25-161N-103W Wildcat. The well was completed at 11,300 in Red River. - Bill Shemorry Photo.", Photographic prints, 18 x 13 cm., “Three gals help analyze core samples.” By Earle Dodd. There are a lot of “roughnecks” in the oil fields but in these days of women’s lib there is a new look to the oil scene. An occasional gal working on an oil rig is not too unusual a sight anymore, but a new record was set recently in the Williston Basin when one rig had a crew of three gals as geologists. Gulf Oil; Mosbacher-Pruet 1 George C. Anderson (SW SE 25-161N-103W), a wildcat in Divid County, was the home of this unusual crew. Working under the watchful eye of consulting geologist Herb Kane were Terry Rau, Nancy Land and Pat Rowe. There are some who think Kane was there to watch them as much as to watch over them but after some 40 years in the oil fields, who can blame him for appreciating a change of scenery? With a Master’s in geology from Kent State in Ohio, Rau is rapidly becoming an old-time in the Williston Basin. She worked with Kane on the successful Mosbacher Pruet 1-26 FLB (NE NW 26-153N-101W) well in McKenzie County. “It’s interesting work,” says Rau. “The thing I appreciates is that you have a great deal of independence on the job.” Geologist Lane is a graduate of Hartwick College, Oneonta, N.Y. She is presently working on another rig in North Dakota. Pat Rowe, who rounds out the trio, is a graduate of the University of North Caroline in Chapel Hill. All three girls are employees of Continental Laboratories, Inc. of Billings, which emplyes several other women geologists. The job of the threes is to maintain a running analysis of core samples from the drilling. The samples are studies for a show of hydrocarbons, a clue to the oil and gas content of the strata being drilled. Of concern also is the physical nature of the rock as this gives an indication of the recovery rate possible at a given level. The girls report generally cordial acceptance by the men they work with in the oil field. “Occasionally we run into a hard-nosed guy who doesn’t think that a girl has any business in the oil field,”, 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., Information in the transcription was published in The Williston Basin: Oil Reporter on Wednesday, January 3, 1979, front page article.

View of the Samedan Monson Trust No. 1, NW SW 29-154-100, an oil well in Stony Creek Township near Williston, N.D. The Samedan Monson Trust Company No. 1 is a Madison zone producer, and is located in what has since been named the Catwalk and Last Chance fields. This oil well is about a quarter mile west of where the Pioneer Oil & Gas Company drilled a dry hole in 1916., Photographic prints; Color photographic prints; Color images, 9 x 13 cm., "now drilling 1/4 Mi West of Pioneer Oil & Gas location. Samedan Monson Trust No. 1, NW SW 29-154-100. Return Print to Shemorry. Camera pointing SW." - Handwritten on back of photograph., 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., Information in description from page 21 of Shemorry's 1991 book, Mud, Sweat & Oil: The Early Days of the Williston Basin.

Exterior of the Cenex gas station and Self Service station. Signs for Farmers Union Oil Co. and Co-op are visible. There are trucks and cars parked along the right side of the building, with three large garage doors open. The street signs on the corner say Washington Ave and 2nd St W. There is one car at the gas pumps., Photographic prints, 21 x 26 cm., 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.

Players on the Williston High School Coyotes basketball team try to block out players from the Dickinson High School Midgets for the rebound. This shot was taken during the 1975 Class A basketball tournament, Fargo, N.D., 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.

Williston High School Coyote player Kevin Spooner (14) takes a free throw shot while Coyote and Dickinson High School Midget players wait for the rebound. The crowd watches at the State Class A basketball tournament, Fargo, N.D., 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.

A shot from the floor as a Dickinson High School Midget shoots a free throw. Both the Coyotes and Midgets anticipate the rebound, State Tournament Class A boys, Fargo, N.D., 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.

A Williston High School Coyote shoots the ball, while several Dickinson High School Midgets attempt to play defense and Coyotes look for the rebound. The 1975 Class A State basketball \Tournament, Fargo, N.D., 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.

View of the Amerada Hove oil well drilling rig with tanker trucks on a dirt road off to the right. In the background are clouds and the landscape South of Tioga, N.D., Photographic prints; Color images; Color photographic prints, 10 x 13 cm., "Amerada Hove, 6-17-79, S of Tioga along Scenic, 110%" -- Handwritten on back of photograph., 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 boy’s basketball team from Epping, N.D. versus the Watford City Wolves. Epping player 24 tries to block a basket being put up by a Wolves player. A banner for Williston Coyote Land is visible in the background., Photographic prints, 21 x 13 cm., 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.

View of a pickup truck on fire, with black smoke billowing up, in a parking lot. There is a fire engine on the left, and firemen work at putting out the blaze. There are mountains in the distance., Photographic prints; Color photographic prints; Color images, 9 x 13 cm., "Fire in Pickup, Phoenix" - Handwritten on card with photographs., 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.