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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1924
Page
4
The Baker Sentinel presents its masthead and publication details from Fallon County Montana. It lists editor and manager Wm L Bay and notes postage and subscription rates along with foreign press associations and an attributed quote from Stephen Decatur.
The Baker Sentinel celebrates a Republican stance while noting The Times shifts to the Republican fold. The piece laments partisan realignments in Montana journalism and questions loyalty in county politics as editors redefine allegiance and identity.
The text argues changing grade crossings is costly and fixes under ten percent of accidents. It emphasizes most crashes occur on streets and highways, urging strict licensing and driving standards to prevent auto accidents in all settings.
The piece argues Governor Al Smith of New York lacks fitness for the presidency after praising Boss Murphy of Tammany Hall as a moral lesson for youth. It criticizes Murphy as a ward-politics expert and notes Democratic groups broadly reject Smith’s high appraisal and doubt any party figure would endorse it.
A government probe into three trappers who died after breaking through ice reveals a 30 mile trap circuit. Each man tended ten miles of traps every ten days, leaving beasts and birds to slow death from starvation and exposure. Regulators urged daily trap checks to curb such cruelty.
The article argues that farmers cannot solve marketing problems alone and that cooperation could replace other selling methods. It suggests federal sponsorship and funding to organize and operate farmer associations, with emphasis on commodity line organization, tonnage sharing, capable managers, solid financing, and simple cooperative principles.
Capper's Weekly notes a 12 cent duty hike on Canadian wheat imports effective April 6 reducing weekly imports from 2,260,000 to 37,000 bushels. The piece argues tariffs and production curtailment are essential to raise domestic prices, protecting Montana farmers from cheaper Saskatchewan and Alberta wheat.
In the Sixteenth Judicial District Court of Montana R L. Averson et al executors seek judgment against Michael Leonard for the sum of 1100 with interest and costs and mortgage relief. Also Clarence B Rust and Ellen B Rust insurants file a mortgage sale notice against Kohen and Kohen with William J Cameron and Jo L Barstow as defendants awaiting sheriff sale on May 31 1924 at the Baker courthouse.
Notice is given by Eva V. Moscrip administratrix of the estate of Andrew Messmer deceased to creditors and others with claims against the estate to present them with vouchers within four months after first publication to Eva V. Moscrip administratrix at her residence near Willard Montana in Fallon County. Dated May 8 1924. C. J. Dousman attorney for administratrix.
William F. Riedkhuff and Paul Gallus and Lucille Gallus sue Maria Gallus and Frank He Gallus in Fallon County Montana. Plaintiffs seek foreclosure of a real estate mortgage for 247.50 dated July 16 1917 plus interest, costs, and 190.10 taxes. Judgment by default possible after 20 days. Court seals May 12 1924. Ralph Keener Clerk. J Henry Nibbe attorney. 5116 6/6.
District Court of Montana Fallon County files suit with plaintiff William F. Rieckhoff against Clement L. Waldron Ramona Waldron his wife John C Wharton and George H. Thummel. Public office issues summons and directs service.
The Youth's Companion marks 118 years since the Lewis and Clark Expedition entered Montana. The June 5 Historic Milestone Cover honors the commonwealth and its pioneer heritage with a tribute to valor and endurance.
The piece questions Senate inquiries draining about 325000 in tax funds this year and asks why such investigations are needed alongside existing government work. It notes U S gold reserves near 4300 million above 1914 levels and mentions fire prevention progress through education and persuasion rather than threats.
Paul E. Hubbard of Baker Montana declares his bid for the Republican nomination for Fallon County commissioner in the August primary. He pledges faithful duties and economy, aims to represent eastern and central Fallon County, and says mileage will not be paid. Authorized and paid for by Paul E. Hubbard.
Claud Baker of Ollie Montana announces his candidacy for county commissioner on the Republican ticket. He states he has resided two miles north of Ollie since 1914 and asks for Republican support at the primaries. Authorized and paid for by Claud Baker Ollie Montana. 5165 23
Fallon County voters are asked for continued support as Denzil R. Young announces his run for the Republican nomination for County Attorney. He cites two terms and duties performed as qualifications and asks for votes and influence. Authorized and paid for by Denzil R Young.
J A Williams announces intent to seek the Republican nomination for Fallon County Attorney. He pledges to enforce laws, ensure officers perform duties, and protect public interests if nominated and elected. Authorized and paid for by J A Williams.
Public notices warn Clement Waldron and Ramona Waldron of a mortgage foreclosure on 640 acres in Section 21 Township 10 North Range 60 East, with two past due notes totaling 1200 and 800. The second notice targets Ole Gunderson for foreclosure on 60 plus 120.90 debt and 180 interest with 10 percent rate, seeking court costs and attorney fees.
District Court filings state George Kile and Lily B. Kile face foreclosure on a mortgage securing 68.44 dollars plus interest on a 68.44 note dated July 10 1918. The suit seeks 25 dollars balance, costs, and attorney fees with default judgment possible.
Executrix of the estate of William S Bolton deceased invites creditors and claimants to present their claims with vouchers within four months after the first publication. Claims must be filed at the office of attorneys Booth & McLemore in Baker Montana. Dated April 28 1924.
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