Business Men of Baker Show Decided Interest in Farm Prospects
The Commercial Club met after a Whist tourney to hear J O Hembre L Lacrosse and L A Conser speak on Fallon County agriculture diversifying beyond wheat. Hembre cited rising corn acreage hog shipments butter fat at the creamery and Montana seed quality. Lacrosse discussed hens profitability and the year’s egg production. Conser urged faith in the community and honest promotion of Fallon County prosperity without bragging.
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Burns
J. O. Hembre
L. Lacrosse
L A. Conser
Fallon County
J O. Hembre
East
Middle East
Montana
Hembre
Louis Lacrosse
Fallon
Atty L. A Conser
the Sentinel
Conser
Trath
Roundup in Baker As Authorities Warn Floating Population
City and county officials warned suspicious characters to move on as Baker conducted a roundup of the floating population. The influx was linked to rumors of railroad work from Miles City and a possible oil strike south of Baker. K Shellabarger had returned from Miles City for medical treatment and departed again for further care.
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Baker
Cewer
Miles City
New Legion Officers Take Charge At Tuesday Meeting
Fallen post No. 25 American Legion met Tuesday night with whist games. New officers were seated for the first time since installation. L. F. Burns elected trustee of the Legion hall. A St Patrick's dance was referred to the entertainment committee. Baker Legion basketball to face Ekalaka March 8 at 8 PM. New officers listed include Commander Charles Hartle and others. A luncheon followed.
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Fallen Post No. 25
American Legion
Legion Hall
L. F. Burns
Gcett Leavitt
T J. Walsh
John R. Quinn
Baker
Legionnaires
Fallon Post
Chas. Hartle
Wm. Clough
Geo
AN. Vinton
Wm Kruckeberg
W. H. Robinson
Thos L. Owen
Geo N. Vinton
F S. Phobus
Norwegians Lose All Stars in Whist Championship Sweep
The Whist tournament ends Friday February 29 with a five game series as the All Stars sweep the championship. The Norwegians concede defeat and treat the victors to supper, then vow study of the game and a future rematch.
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All Stars
Weather shifts as snow returns. early spring hopes rise
After days of mild weather Ohio towns report fresh snowfall and frozen ground yet optimism persists for an early spring. The piece notes that over 35 Ohio cities maintain special classes for mentally defective or backward pupils in public schools.
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Sol
Ohio
Reorganization of Banks Progressing Here and Elsewhere
Plans to reopen Baker banks advance as meetings occur. Depositors sign over 500000 in Missoula for American Bank and Trust Company, signaling confidence. George Swords, new to Miles City bank work, praises deposits and creditor agreements aiding a new bank setup.
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Baker
Montana
American Bank and Trust Company
Missoula
George Swords
Billings
Comptroller of Currency
Commercial National Bank of
Miles City
Company I Invites Baker Ladies to Shooting Practice
Captain Cleugh announced that Company I will inaugurate a ladies dig in Baker next week at the 22 Windoor range in the Armory. Small bore rifles will be used with free tuition and ammunition under Capt Cleugh and Mrs Cleugh. Ten targets will be erected south of town this spring with one for civilians. the public is invited to observe during drill periods on Thursdays and Sunday mornings.
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Baker
Windoor
Cleugh
Clough
Company 1
Welcome Prosperity in Baker County Agriculture Gains
The Baker Sentinel highlights Fallon county agriculture as thriving with rising corn acreage eggs sold for market, butter shipped from the Baker creamery, and growing hog production. The Fallon county agent cites a bright future for seed and dairy production in Montana as farmers unite to diversify and strengthen the local economy.
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Baker Sentinel
Baker
Treasure State
Montana
Chamber of Commerce
Fallon County
J. O Hembre
Mail Order Houses Hit Montana After Bank Setbacks
A Montana community reels from a bank failure with depressed business and reduced ads. Mail order houses seize the moment, flooding catalogs as local merchants cut staff and advertising, challenging home merchants to restore confidence and spending.
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Montana
Chicago
Babson
Fallon County Oil Drill Shows Promising Yet Slow Progress
Report from the big test well notes drilling at about 4000 feet in the Dakota sands with slow progress and hard formation. Gas found in commercial quantities. no oil yet. Company officials from Florence Oil and Gas plan further drilling in Dergon Basin and Coal Creek acreage this spring using a rotary rig for faster completion. Paul Ache left Baker for Cody to oversee holdings.
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Dakota Sands
Dakota
Paul Ache
Flint and Ache
Florence Oil and Gas Company
Baker
Cody
Wyo
Dergon
M. D. Miller
Eklaka
Coal Creek
Injured Teacher Treated After Fall at Stuempges Ranch
Miss Euphie Robinson a school teacher near Webster sustained back injuries and elbow dislocation after a fall from a vehicle at the Stuempges ranch near Webster. She was taken to Baker for medical attention and is reported much improved. The accident occurred as the team began trotting when Mrs Stuempges fell against the endgate causing all three to fall. Mrs Stuempges was uninjured and Miss Clark was slightly hurt and has recovered.
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Euphie Robinson
Webster
Stuempges
Baker
Miss Robinson
Miss Clark
Death of Ger ald Beckman Four Year Old
The home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Beckman near Baker is saddened by the death of their four year old son Gerald after a three day illness. Private funeral held Tuesday afternoon with Rev. W. A. Seebart officiating and burial in Bonnevale cemetery. Community offers condolences to the bereaved family.
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Henry Beckman
Baker
Gerald Beckman
W. A. Seebart
Bonnevale
Farm boy and prize flock featured at County Life Conference
A St. Louis County Life Conference screened a film about a farm boy with a scientifically managed prize flock of chickens. The presentation noted the boy’s knowledge of chicken culture and care, but it also highlighted the boy’s malnutrition and mouth breathing, remarking that the chickens appeared better cared for than the boy.
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County Life
St. Louis
H‘s
Hogs Bring Cash and Growth to Fallon County Farms
Eastern Montana farmers report hog shipments rising from six carloads in 1922 to 45 in 1923, signaling strong profits and rapid agricultural development. Over 100 breeding NOD animals were introduced via boys and girls clubs in 1923, while corn acreage grew from 15 000 to 18 000 acres and average corn yields reached about 40 bushels per acre. The Baker Creamery contributed to local prosperity by netting 100 198 pounds of butter in 1923, up from 55 509 pounds in 1922.
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Montana
A. Hembre
Baker Sentinel
Fallon County
Baker
Hembre
Iillon County
Baker Creamery
Baker Creamery and Produce Company
Baker Legionaires to Face Ekalaka Saturday Hoop Showdown
The Baker Legionaires meet Ekalaka at M. E. Hall in Baker on Saturday night March 8 for the season finale in what is billed as a top hoops exhibition. The Baker high school squad also hosts Ekalaka that Friday if roads allow.
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Baker Legionaires
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Legion
Courting Mail Order Houses
Baker Legion
Ekalaka
M. E. Hall
Baker High School
Ekalaka High
Plevna High
Plevna
Bakerites
Roberts
Li M. Lacross
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