Interstate rail tariffs face proposed rate increases and policy shifts
The Interstate Commerce Commission rejected railroads plea for lower freight rates and signaled possible 4 percent cross- freight revenue rise in the eastern district as carloads and costs shift. Hearings showed profit gains amid mobilization and fuel costs, with emergency tariff changes discussed and a later rewrite pursued. A separate note announces new license requirements for motor trucks and drays effective July 1, including full-year fees for the six months remaining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Interstate Cumperace Commission
United States
Renstem
Compmssium
Law Requires Dimming of Lights After Dark
A new law in the state requires automobile owners with electric lights to dim or switch to headlight sensors after dark. Vehicles with gas or heavier headlights are exempt. The measure aims to reduce glare for pedestrians and drivers and becomes effective July 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Witteh
Weather Hint for Seasonal Comfort and a Call for Innovation
A whimsical note on cold winters and hot summers, observing indoor relief and outdoor discomfort. The writer laments clothing limits and proposes a clever inventor could ease climate burdens, suggesting comfort improvements for future months and seasons.
Reward Offered for Missing Geldings Near Plevna
A 16.09 reward is offered for information leading to the return of two geldings that strayed or were stolen from three miles north of Plevna in section 7, two, 8 range 58, around January 22, 1917. One dark bay gelding, about 8 years old, ~1200 lbs with harness marks. The other is a dark sorrel gelding, 11 years old, white feet, narrow facial stripe, left shoulder scar, harness marks. owner Philip Schweiderkdt seeks recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plevi
Philip Schweiderkdt
Rumors of Special Meeting On State Assessments
Rumors say Montana county assessors may be summoned to Helena for a special state board of equalization session to review 1916 and 1917 assessments and align them with full cash value. County official Charles E Hughes denies notice and doubts any call, leaving the matter uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
State Board of Equalization
State Board
State Tax Commission
Sentinel
Chas. E. Hughes
Young horses for sale in Montana offer
One filley two horse colts and a three year old Percheron stallion well bred. They will be sold for less than their worth. Contact J Christenson Baker Montana. July 6.
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J. Christenson
Baker, Mont
Sunday School Picnic at Plevna
The German Lutheran congregation of Plevna will hold a picnic at Dick Chesmore's grave on Sunday August 5. Everyone is invited to bring a lunch basket and enjoy ice cream and soft drinks sold at the event.
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Plevna
Dick Chesmore
Order for hearing on estate contract assignment in Montana
In the District Court of Fallon County Montana James O'Donnell petitions for an order directing the administrator to assign decedent JOHN B MASON contracts with the Northern Pacific Railway Company. The hearing is set for July 27 1917 at 10 AM in Baker with notices to run for four weeks in the Baker Sentinel.
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Sixteenth Judicial District
State of
Montana
Fallon
John B. Mason
James O'Donnell
Northern Pacific Railway Company
Township 7
Townaes
Baker
Baker Sentinel
Daniel L. O’hern
Cornish & Young
Dissolution of Quality Meat Market Partnership in Baker
Notice that the partnership of Chas E Shear and John Fogle operating as Quality Meat Market in Fallon County Montana is dissolved. All accounts due to the firm are payable to the undersigned who will pay all debts. Dated June 15 1917. Chase Shear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. E. Shear
John Fogle
Baker
Fallon County
Montana
Chase. Shear
Notice to Creditors Estate of James S Drust deceased
Notice is given by the administratrix Elizabeth A Drust and the law firm Goble and Goble that creditors and parties with claims against James S Drust deceased must file claims with vouchers within four months after first publication. Claims to be sent to Goble & Goble at Baker Montana in Fallon County. Dated July 5 1917 with publication July 6 to July 27.
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James S. Drust
Goble & Goble
Baker, Mont
Fallon
Montana
Elizabeth A. Drust
James Drust
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HH. L. Cory
E. W. DU Bois
Cory and
DuBois
Civil Engineers
Baker, Montana
Saliey
Barry Scio2l
Harris Dray Line
Carpenter-Webster Lumber
West Side Yard
Lisien
Baker Land & Loan Co
J. Y. Creel
F. CO. Carmichael
E. Cobb Co
Siaude
R. R
Interstate Commerce Commission
Wille
Vwalse
Earom
Agsias
Railrords
Lecausett
Amd
Aed
Pcloxs
Geneva
Cartiers
Witter
Smiler
Benison
Russel Furniture Co
Baker Territory
A. H. Webster
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