01 Jan 1914
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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1914
Page
1
A historical outline proposes a county board of education to govern rural schools, appoint a superintendent of rural schools, and oversee school sub districts. The plan includes levy of taxes, establishment of five year terms, and the appointment of trustees to advise the county board.
The article notes a large wartime headline and widespread belief that the event will strain relations with the United States. It mentions prior deter tions and seizures as protests, with Monday’s communication addressing naval policy in general terms.
Hillis Williams, son of Judge and Mrs Williams, a 16 year old high school junior and licensed moving picture operator, died when a film explosion at Moraine Side theatre caused a fire. He escaped briefly before succumbing in the operator's room. The tragedy draws community sympathy for the Williams family.
The Eastern Star ladies hosted the first informal dancing party at the opera house last Tuesday night with about sixty couples. A corner with card tables and sofas offered conversation while Miss Bachtle assisted by Mesdames Price, Daueberry and Cornish greeted guests. The McKee orchestra played music and after supper served by Mrs. McLeod and Mr. and Mrs. Bloom, guests reluctantly left.
A Gallatin Valley survey shows one farm earning 3600 dollars profit and another 1600 loss while 25 farms averaged 1362 profit and 25 averaged 300 loss. Similar soil and climate but different planning and management explain the gap. Montana’s farm management specialist H B Cannon aids farmers with a Bozeman course during Farmers Week.
Deadwood reports Aberdeen observers say Milwaukee Road plans an extension from Faith toward the Belle Fourche and Sturgis areas, crossing Newell and following Indian Creek toward Miles City Montana. The move aims to connect with the Milwaukee coast line and the Little Missouri project.
Jefferson county Neb farmers refuse to sell their horses for war purposes to a buyer from Kansas. They acknowledge some horses are for sale but say they are too attached to part with them and fear they would be sent overseas to support cavalry and artillery in the European conflict.
Judge C. C. Hurley of the district court presided Tuesday as two couples sought marriage. He initially agreed to wed the first pair but growled at a second insistence for a repeat ceremony, cautioning that there is a limit to all things.
William A. Hedrick was arrested on a Livingston complaint charging grand larceny for allegedly selling a mare and colt belonging to John H. Livingston. Justice Enschler issued the warrant and Hedrick awaits a December 31 hearing after release on bail with attorney W A Goble and Sheriff Jones present.
A W Kimpton wed Laura Gregersen on December 26 in Edgar Wisconsin. The bride, daughter of Fred and Mrs Gregersen, once worked as a Milwaukee bookkeeper. Kimpton is a local farmer and landowner. Mrs Kimpton will be at home on March 15.
County officials reviewed the possible loss of apportionment from state funds and discussed the impact on local schools. The examination focused on ensuring proper funding and adherence to state guidelines.
The Ekalaka Eagle discusses anonymous letters and sign offs in local debates over County Commissioner C L Wood. It notes Wood’s resignation offered 23 county and a recommendation of Geo L Arbuckle, with reports claiming but not confirming withdrawal and questions about staffing at the Sentinel.
Mr Devel from the Office of Grain Standardization will visit Bozeman on January 26 as part of Farmers Week to discuss uniform grading. Montana growers face issues with poor grading and market complaints about box quality.
The statement asserts the claims are valid and should be paid. The note mentions Miran Ramecy and a cake sale but provides little context or detail about the dispute or the parties involved.
A fragment from the Alra da Fairplay notes C L Wood may resign as Fallon County commissioner to Judge Hurley. The community urges him not to resign at this time, arguing unity beyond politics and to keep the group intact.
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