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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1924
Page
8
General Pershing spoke at the dedication of a monument to Camp Merritt war dead. The ceremony honored those who died in the Great War and urged Americans to profit from the lessons of conflict.
Matt Ehret of Plevna and other business callers visit Baker while local firms advertise services from ice delivery to painting. City officials declare a cleanup week and discuss banking reorganization as Edgar Wolff visits, and Governor Pinchot’s case is noted in the Manion Star.
The article records J. P. Bhchfeldt returning from Minneapolis to test a Great Baker device near the city and leaving again for about two weeks. It reports an auto demonstration uprooting fence posts, a rainfall improving grass and grain prospects, and remarks on ranchers and farmers benefiting from the moisture. It also notes Henry Niccol’s car test and a family in Des Moines left for business, with mentions of estates and a death in the Henderson family.
Washington notes June 3 details La Follette pushing to appear on ballots as an independent candidate. The move aims to alter electors and possibly split votes, risking a nonmajority election and triggering a Senate or House decision.
An incoherent diary entry recalls a town wedding amid two gangs, editor anger, and social bustle. It mentions attire, a custome, and various townsfolk, plus plans for a new home, a grant of money, and staff shifts at a Baker school and state university collaboration.
The Sentinel reports invitations sent to Montana State Press Association members for the annual convention in Lewistown on August 7 8 and 9. Secretary Treasurer S E Peterson of Great Falls oversees invitations and Miles J D Scanlon serves on the legislative committee.
County assessor R. W. Marks announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for the office. He pledged efficiency and faithfulness to the taxpayers during his incumbency and time in office.
L. C. Stuempges of the 101 route south of Baker announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for clerk of the street court. He has farmed in Fallon county for several years and is well known in the south country.
Industry leaders bankers and economists predict a revival in the second half of the year based on early indicators though they warn against overoptimism amid uneven recovery signals. The outlook centers on improved demand financing conditions and continued policy support shaping the near term economic path.
The article portrays slower progress not as a setback but a normal transition after industrial growth in spring. Some call it a breathing spell that precedes higher activity. Strong banks and public utilities are seen as a favorable factor supporting a business revival.
A 1915 gold output reached 101 million dollars, with recent years about half that. By products from copper and lead mines form much of current production. A Sacramento convention September 29 to October 4 will discuss mining handicaps and policy.
The group reports a lively blend of life, zest, and harmony singing old hometown songs. New quartet members join as the act keeps delivering nostalgic performances that evoke memories of the past.
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