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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1917
Page
3
Just paragraphed report shows C D Newbury visiting on business from Ekalaka while James Hunter heads to his ranch via Ford. Attorneys McKinnon Farr return from Ekalaka after legal matters. For sale notices and real estate deals noted plus Morrow Lumber promotions. Hartle recruits: travels Webster homestead Marmarth. Terry telephone service expanded in thriving town.
The Stith Hardware Company has relocated to a new large building in the city. The structure is described as modern in every respect, reflecting the company’s growth and investment in the community.
N. A. Peterson of Carlyle reports crops maturing with indications of a fair yield. W. F. Slater, manager of RB. D. Grant's plumbing and heating shop, returns to Beach after a week in Minneapolis with family.
County Agricultural Agent M. A Thorfinnson returned Monday from Wibaux county where he had been assisting as a speaker at a series of farmers meetings in that county.
The Congregational Ladies' Aid gathers in the church basement on Thursday July 26. The Red Cross society will provide sewing materials instead of members doing fancy work. Mrs. Trout and Mrs. Bonner will serve refreshments.
Mrs Grace Ireland Catlin arrived yesterday from Missoula to transcribe Carter county records. She is noted as an expert in this work and will assist Mrs W W Andrus. The report appears in the Miles City Daily Star dated July 15.
B. D. Grant, in Scranton for about ten days tending a pew building, was a business visitor Tuesday seeking to hasten a brick shipment ordered from the yards there.
The latest military fad features a Co. I Special ice cream sundae in the three colors of the stars and stripes. Served at John Dabb confectionery, the dish is described as an up-to-date novelty that does credit to its name.
Roy Hewitt, longtime employee at Clerk of Court Ralph Keener's ranch, departed Monday for a brief visit with his parents in Minneapolis. After returning, he will head to Helena to join the Second Montana unit in which he previously enlisted.
Surplus fruits beans tomatoes and other vegetables from home gardens spoil on vines or rot on the ground. A morning's work canning preserves such surplus for use when produce is scarce and costly.
WANTED-Sheep any kind immediately for October deliver y. L. H. White Cogswell ND Jun 2021 LOST-A bunch of keys Finder leave at Sentinel office and receive reward. Judge Prichard and a party of friends planning an overland trip to the Black Hills about the first of next month. E E Westcott Aberdeen Milling Co Aberdeen SD was in the city the first of the week calling on the trade. Claire Vietz night clerk at the CM StP depot Marmarth was in the city Monday for dental work.
Ed Burgeson of the farmers elevator departed last Saturday for a two week visit at his former home in Kinsett Iowa.
Mrs. J. O. Booen came up from Bowman with Mr. Booen and aided in returning over land. The farmers' elevator reduced its driveway by two feet, making grain handling easier for teams.
U S Commissioner L C Burns has traveled to Chico Hot Springs to obtain treatment for inflammatory rheumatism.
W. D. Murphy, depot operator, resigned his post to join the regular army signal corps. He departed for Spokane on the same day of his resignation.
Mr and Mrs Otto Mennis have completed a month on their Willard area farm where they fenced and improved property. They departed Saturday for Chicago to resume their careers as commercial travelers.
Friends of Mrs. C. F. Copeland hosted a Sunday birthday gathering with many neighbors attending and leaving a warm remembrance of the occasion.
Dale Eakins and Ralph Hayes traveled to the area near Mill Iron on Wednesday. Eakins left the same day for Haynes North Dakota where he holds a homestead. Both men formerly resided in Aberdeen South Dakota.
Rev Frank Durant Episcopal minister conducted services here last Thursday evening. He has been invited to visit every three weeks, and his engaging preaching attracted a large audience beyond church members.
The Midland lumber company reports H. A. Cate plans a 28 by 48 barn with a circle roof on his Baker area farm and Curtis Shreve will build a 30 by 40 barn of the same style on his recently purchased property from Henry Cochran. The roofs use a new design that offers more interior space than traditional styles and adds visual appeal.
Greig Robinson of Plevna drove up Tuesday morning to greet his wife and baby returning on No. 17 from St Paul where Mrs. Robinson had stayed for several weeks. He noted crops in his area look a bit short but a good rain would help them greatly.
The Hazelton and Co show house in the Commercial Hotel building is nearing completion with the raised floor and upholstered opera chairs in place. Electric fans will be installed and a selection of top films will attract large crowds. Expected pricing aims for broad appeal with plans for two shows per night.
Lieutenant Casper E. Ecker of the Second Montana Infantry based at Fort Harrison arrives in the city to consult with local recruiting officers. He directs all Montana recruiting stations and their activities.
Mrs Ellen A Josselyn rode from Bozeman Montana to visit her oldest son H S Josselyn in Baker. She enjoyed her brief stay and would have liked to linger if she had known of the pleasant surroundings. At 78 he travels alone. she has six living children, sixteen grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. Uncle Josh was surprised to see his mother after thirty seven years.
A brown mare with a white facial stripe was found. It bears an H Iso brand on the right shoulder and a K shod marking on all four feet with never slip shoes. Finder Vergil Bryson of Golva ND to claim a reward.
Pastor H. L. Anderson announces English language worship next Sunday July 22 at 10 30 A M in Carlyle and 3 00 P M in Willard. A second service July 29 at 11 00 A M in Bothners school house southeast of Willard and 3 00 P M in Willard at 300 P M.
The School Board of District No. 37 Fallon County Montana will accept bids until 12 noon on Wednesday August 1 1917 for building a one room school house. Plans are at Baker State Bank Baker Montana. Each bid must include a 5 percent certified check and the chosen bidder must furnish performance bond. The board may reject any or all bids. Dewey Sherwin Clerk.
Bids due August 4 1917 to Wm Case Clerk School District No 39 Fallon County Montana for furnishing materials and erecting a school house. Plans available at Frank Gensley Ismay or at Case's home. Contractor must furnish bond.
For sale threshing outfit in good condition with two years time for payment. Includes steam engine, Case Steel separator, 8 bottom plows, 1 water tank, and 1 water wagon. Write or see Peter Shishkowsky, Webster, Mont. July 11 edition.
John C. Evans pastor leads Sunday School at 10 A.M. and Worship at 11 A.M. Epworth League meets at 7 P.M. Evening Worship at 8 P.M. Strangers in the city will be made to feel at home in all of these services.
Help wanted public notice seeks rental space for two furnished rooms or an unfurnished house. Contact T. F. Schofield for arrangements.
R. L. Trotter of Spear fish South Dakota and IX, P. Lee and son from Owatonna Minnesota visited former acquaintances Mr. and Mrs Hybecker and Mr. and Mrs. Cartright during the early week.
Mr and Mrs A F E Hutchinson welcomed guests from years past including Mr and Mrs A R Slade of Waterloo Iowa Mrs Stella Lash ley of Champaign Illinois and T J Harbaugh of Chicago for a social gathering reflecting long friendship and regional ties.
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