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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1924
Page
5
Local records show papers in Fallon County processed at the Baker Montana post office for transmission through the mails as second class matter.
County commissioners awarded the 1925 county printing contract to the Falcon County Times. The Sentinel declines to comment pending bid comparisons and praises Commissioner Sutton, retiring January 1, as efficient with a strong record. The Sentinel congratulates the Times on their success.
After disruptions, the community reports a cautious rebound toward normal property conditions. Officials note stabilization in housing and commercial markets as inventories improve and consumer demand returns. The recovery follows a year of volatility and policy adjustments.
After a multi year disruption from low farm prices, Baker citizens plan permanent improvements. Local residents like L. F. Bruggeias E. O. Lentz Wm. O Loughlin wr 1 W Vinsel and Emil Ravey advocate shade trees fruit varieties and lawns. Baker Lake and shore shade trees could make the city a scenic, attractive northwest home city.
The first copy of the Montana Legionaire, a Legion newspaper in Montana, arrives and earns praise for strong editing and timely ex-service men news. The initial issue notes a faltering start to the ex-service publication effort.
The Sentinel proudly welcomes the Satsy youngster, hoping it will grow into a worthy offspring of its illustrious parent, The American Legion Weekly. The piece notes support and subscription growth among veterans and readers in Moritina, with ambition for continuing editorial lines.
A Michigan Agricultural College official warns the seed trade imports are a serious fraud harming American farmers. He cites millions in losses from alfalfa seed from Argentina and calls for guaranteed inspection and tighter regulations. Montana and Fallon county road projects receive local notes as well. G. J. Buergi, editor of the Plevna Herald, visits Baker on business.
The Sentinel commends the completion of the north road to Obe and thanks Baker County Commissioners for their service. The editorial notes widespread appreciation from the north side residents and the community at large.
The old grouch laments the late night radio schedule with awkward amateur broadcasts. He notes listeners endure odd segments as concerts were promised at the Open House.
Report notes a regular Royal Neighbors meeting and a public dance at the Masonic Hall last Friday night. Attendees described an enjoyable event with community participation.
Executrix Mary Emerson requests all creditors and claimants of Charles H Emerson deceased to present claims with vouchers within ten months of first publication. Claims must be shown at L. A. Conser Baker Montana, Fallon County. Dated December 1, 1924. L. A. Conser attorney for administratrix.
Arvid Engberg heir of John Engberg of Plevna Montana files for three year proof to establish claim on 317.54 acres in section 30 township 6 north range 57 east M P Meridian. Proof before U S commissioner R W Russell Baker Montana January 15 1925 witnesses Wm Thielen Ed Herbst Simon Krause Leslie Knight all of Plevna Montana.
In Baker Montana on January 15 1925 Emma Engberg of Plevna Montana filed notice to prove up a Hd Entry for 63140 acres in Section 18 Township 6 North Range 57 East M P Meridian. The hearing before US Commissioner R W Russell will confirm the claim with witnesses Krause and Leslie Knight both of Plevna Montana.
A summons for publication is issued by the Sixteenth Judicial District Court of Montana. The action is filed in the county court system and serves to notify a defendant of a legal proceeding. Proceedings proceed under Montana rules of civil process.
Plaintiff J H Spieker seeks judgment on a 1921 note for 1275 dollars with interest and attorney fees and to foreclose a mortgage on Lots six and seven, Block Three, original Plevna town, and the west half of the northeast quarter plus other quarters in section twelve, township eight north, range fifty five east, Montana. The State of Montana summons W A Sidie and Hilda Sidie to answer within twenty days.
Department of the Interior notice states that George Follmer of Plevna Montana, who in 1919 filed for 120 acres No 037517 in section 6 township 6 north range 57 east M P Meridian, will appear before U S Commissioner Jacob Opp Bak er Montana on December 29 1924 to complete entry. Included are Emma Opp Karl Hepperley Henry Louzing all of Plevna Montana.
Freder ick A. Hartman filed intent to prove a 320 acre land claim in SEY and SYSWSH parcels in section 14 township 5 north range 57 east at M P meridian. Hearing before U S Commissioner R W Russell at Baker Montana set for December 29 1924. Witnesses William Ollrey Harry Freeman William McKay Amos Greenlee of Pleyna Montana.
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