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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1917
Page
9
Notice to contractors announces bids for concrete sidewalks cross walks and curb ing based on plans on file with City Clerk. Bids must include 20000 dollar certified check and 2000 dollar indemnifying bond. Two year maintenance. Deadline May 1 1917. City Council may reject any bids. City Clerk LEO RUSHTON.
Helena Record notes state farm loan law sees limited use with only about fifty applications since inception. Eight loans approved, six more expected soon, deposits of 101 required but refunded after approval or refusal. Loans limited to land owned by applicant. homesteaders without patent rejected. maximum loan 40 percent of land value at six percent interest.
A letter from M A Shreve describes a coastal drive from Santa Barbara to Hollywood and Whittier in March 1917. He notes new towns like Summer Land, seaweed potash projects, paved roads, blooming roses, and orange groves. He also details a Quaker town in Whittier, a funeral, and meeting locals connected to his own family.
Amid abnormal prices, postmasters are urged to conserve twine used for mail handling. The note questions wartime use of twine and cites a remark by Dr. Butler that the word democracy is of Greek origin, reflecting cultural commentary.
A mass meeting at the Opera House discussed converting Farmers elevator in Carlyle into an Equity Co- Operative Elevator Co. of Carlyle. The firm will buy the Golden Valley branch for 10000 dollars and stock is being circulated locally. The move aims to boost Carlyle’s grain trade and attract more business during hauling season.
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