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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1917
Page
3
Unclear fragment notes entries at perce and baker Monte with dates October 4 and 8. Contains limited names and vague actions.
The President’s reply to the Pope clarifies U S stance toward German autocracy and peace terms. It signals no concession to proposals that do not erase autocracy and bar a repeat of the present holocaust, aiming to guide Central Powers accordingly.
The article discusses Congresswoman Rankin and claims newspapers in the state are influenced by outside sources beyond the editorial page. It notes male politicians have long claimed this, references Jeannette history, and briefly mentions local figures and a sale of about 1000 profitable owes noted at end.
The Butte Post notes Governor Stewart traveled toward Washington or stayed nearby as speculation swirled about his meetings with federal officials and Montana copper interests. Reporters crowded the press gallery awaiting possible interviews before any public discussion.
Representative Morris responds to inquiry about calling an extra session of the legislature to handle the western Montana situation. He indicates opposition to an additional session and questions whether the legislature should limit its action to the single issue at hand.
A mistaken identity dispute led to a diamond theft case involving a young man and a female companion in the semitherm part of the county. Insufficient evidence and a mistrial halted proceedings. the case was dismissed and implicated parties remained unnamed. Labor Day events planned at Webster. Schmoll opens next Tuesday with emphasis on local qualifications and bigger plans.
Fallon County plans a Wednesday afternoon tribute to twenty four young men joining the military. Mayor Barstow urges businesses to close 1 to 5 pm for a patriotic rally at the opera house with speeches, songs, and commemorative events honoring the volunteers and conscripts alike.
Dr Wolter brother of Mesdames E O Lentz and L E Rushton has been commissioned as first lieutenant in the medical corps and departed for Fort Snelling St Paul to be assigned to a southern training camp. He made many friends during his brief stay, who praised his good fortune. A substantial shower ended Thursday night after a dry spell. farmers say heavy rain is needed for fall plowing.
The federal wheat price commission led by Dr. Garfield set the 1917 No. 1 Northern wheat price at 220 a bushel fob Chicago, with Minneapolis about 2.17 and Baker about 2.00. North Dakota and South Dakota farmers criticized the figure, arguing 300 and 225 to 2500 would be fair given freight and regional costs. Local officials noted western points would pay less than Chicago, and farmers statewide questioned the fairness of the 220 price.
Webster will host a farmers picnic next Monday to mark Labor Day with attendees from Baker and nearby regions. The event will run into the evening with refreshments provided and a festive schedule.
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