13 Mar 1925
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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1925
Page
1
Larry Busch Thos Forde and J O Hembre win Burns prizes in a civic awards feature. The list includes names and notable entries showcasing local achievements and community recognition.
Joseph Ingraham a long time resident of Montana died at Lakeview hospital on Tuesday from a cerebral hemorrhage His body was taken to Ekalaka for funeral services held Thursday He came to Montana in 1912 from Missouri and is survived by two sons Isam and Jules and two daughters. Interment was in Ekalaka.
Richard Bud Mason, formerly of this city, returns for a visit with festive gatherings and friends, renewing local ties and sharing memories during his stop.
The final game of the season features Baker against Ekalaka played Saturday night on the local floor. A strong contest is anticipated with both teams seeking a win.
Jerry Moran announced this week that his new garage named the Auto Repair Shop is now open and ready for business in the former Northwestern garage building. It is located one half block east of the Sawyer store and will handle any class of repair work.
Representative T. E. Nelstead of Carter county spoke in Baker about the Montana gas tax plan. He said 55 percent goes to counties, 80 percent to the general fund and 15 percent to the state highway commission with reduced appropriations to cover two years of state business.
W. P. Stapleton of the Northern Pacific visited Billings and Ex Alaska on follow-up work for NP immigration plans. He spent time in Mildred and Terry and reported the campaign is going splendidly with broad support and cooperation across eastern Montana.
Oil Weekly reports a national daily average of 1,932,585 barrels, up 12,440 from the prior week. Texas sees strong activity with a 6,715 barrel midcontinent gain, while Kansas Oklahoma and Rocky Mountain districts show declines and other states hold steady.
Fragmentary market snippet shows wheat pricing with unclear figures and references to spring and winter wheat. Mentions possible price 1.46 and market terms, but details are garbled.
Country town businessmen complain of lost trade to distant cities. They could boost home stores like big city retailers through consistent advertising. Overuse of transient ads and slips drains funds without lasting impact. focused, regular campaigns better attract local customers.
The Montana Development Association argues that active newspaper advertising boosts home trade. It notes readers study the local paper thoroughly and merchant notices attract two key motives: they are near timely news and cost-effective direct reach.
John W. Cox an early county settler died suddenly last Sunday at his Beach area home after six weeks illness. Funeral was held at the Methodist church with Rev. O L Anthony, burial in Polo Illinois. Cox born February 12 1852 Beaver Crest Maryland. married Lydia A Miller February 22 1880 at Polo. Survived by six children and two deceased. He helped organize the Beach Ollie branch railroad and lived on a nearby farm for years.
A brief note describes a nine year old boy asked to write an essay as part of a reading exercise. The fragmented text hints at instructional prompts and a teacher’s request to produce written work. The readable portion centers on a simple assignment and a young student.
Ekalaka merchant Billy Freeze predicts strong prosperity for Montana citing improved cattle and sheep conditions, no current snow, and an optimistic outlook for stockmen and farmers. He notes steady business gains and recalls the hard times of 1919 to 1923.
A coarse monologue critiques newspapers and editors as mysterious figures. The speaker jokingly notes editors lack proper attire and official status, calling the paper a poor sorry publication while mocking the idea of journalistic authority.
A garbled note suggests business men back a buyer who will spend money in Baker with home merchants, favoring a specific trader. The fragment hints at local support for a financial player but lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes.
Theresa McGuire, Hay Creek school teacher near Ismay, married George Riley in Milca City last week by Justice W. B. Clarke. Festive congratulations pour in from the Falton family and friends. Mrs. Mary Van Hook visits from South Dakota. W. E. Figg of Ekalaka joins the new garage venture. G. J. Crawford returns from Illinois to his ranch.
Senator C C Consersii returned home to Plevna from the state capital where he helped direct Montana's session. He was honored by Republican colleagues by being elected president pro tem of the state senate. He will succeed Frank A Hazelbaker of Beaverhead County.
The Baker Women’s Club gathered Tuesday afternoon March 10 at the Masonic hall. Mel Wilson spoke on current events while Mrs Emerson recited Gray’s Elegy and sketched its background. Judge J A Whllliams read the poem to applause. Miss Gullidge played a piano solo with encore.
Mr and Mrs J F Hayes hosted Lucsday evening Whist club guests at a St Patrick's party. The home was garlanded in green with Patrick day colors. Mr and Mrs Leon LaCross won first prizes and Laura Gaul with Ward Grant took consolation prizes. After lunch the Tristé game Hirop Of The Morning was won by Mrs J W Zook. Dancing followed, extending into the early hours for a pleasant evening.
A large delegation of Legion members and their ladies and neighbors from Villard Webster and nearby communities enjoyed a splendid evening at Webster hall. Good music from a Webster orchestra kept dancers moving and at midnight a supper was served by Mr and Mrs R C Zink. Everyone reports a fine time under Fallon post American Legion auspices.
Mrs Sacob Korpela of Murchison South Dakota died Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs E J Coon. Mrs C A Alison and Mrs Davidson daughters of the deceased were at the bedside. The body was taken to Murchison for burial.
The Tuesday bridge club was entertained at the home of Mrs J F Hayes. After the games refreshments including ice cream and cake were served.
The Swift demonstration at the Trail market drew a large Baker crowd and was the biggest event of its kind in months. Manager George Grainger reports the sale accompanying the event far exceeded expectations. W. W. Holmes, Swift salesman, calls it among the best he has seen.
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