Dr ILS Meyran Called To Wills Creek
Pat Crowe from near Plevna visited on Monday to handle school matters in his district.
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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1917
Page
5
Pat Crowe from near Plevna visited on Monday to handle school matters in his district.
Farwell county commissioner and family holidaying in Baker with Mrs. CD Newberry of Eka walaka. Miss Dot Phillips resumes duties at Booth & Dousman after a forced layoff due to an injury from a runaway incident.
Doig Field Wark County Surveyor J C Cory has been kept busy for weeks with road work and county surveying. Reports say the county road work is progressing satisfactorily.
The Model Clothing company expressed surprise and pleasure at Saturday’s store opening attendance. Managers stated their belief that the event proves the store is a live community hub.
Former Herald editor from Medora North Dakota now works at the courthouse helping transcribe counter records and predicts finishing the work before the end of next week.
Kisow in town with the Eauity Abstract company Ekalaka branch for a county quota gathering on the 19th. He is called in for a scare of absence and will be among those present when Fallon and Carter counties meet.
A goodly number of Bakerites plan to visit Ekalaka later this week for the annual county fair. Reports from the southern city say residents of Ekalaka and Carter County are rallying to make the fair a rip roarer.
Progressive farmer Hanling Wheat-Andrew Anderson from near Knobs delivered a load of old wheat on a Saturday. He noted the wheat, once graded No 1 last fall, now grades No 4 and has shrunk from 58 to 52 pounds per bushel in weight.
Mr and Mrs H J Shirley and their two daughters Loretta and Lucile left Baker Sunday for Miles City to stay indeterminately. Early settlers here they bought city property and two ranches, and they will not sell Fallon county holdings, calling the county a fine place for investments. Friends here express regret at their departure.
Comprehensive Montana Industrial Accident Board report outlines boiler and mine inspectors data, claimant counts, and compensation paid under the Workmen's Compensation Act. Includes articles on principles, court decisions, safety, employer duty, and administrative issues. 344 pages.
A Sunday afternoon joy ride ends with two popular Baker women joyriding a jitney. The scene includes lively bumps and pedestrians dodging as the drivers fail to safely check fuel, leaving questions about gas levels and actions taken by authorities.
Rev G J Powell superintendent of missions for the Congregational church of Montana spent a few hours in the city on Monday.
Aletta J Gordon appears in an event at Mc Connell's showcasing Millsery crafts and creations. The piece notes the venue H am McConnells hosting the display and features items by Gordon.
In Webster-Fred Anderson near Webster the merchant said he was in the county seat on Monday to transact business. He deplored the short crop this season but remained hopeful for a better crop next year.
Ranch clerk of court Ralph Keener and Ed Hansen of Price Hardware traveled to Keener's ranch Sunday to view crops and live stock and discuss farm conditions.
The county Clerk's office extends the tax roll ahead of October 1 transfer to the county treasurer. Staff work to finalize assessments and ensure accurate figures for the upcoming fiscal period.
Miss Stelmach, in the dry goods department of the Baker Mercantile Company, has returned from her vacation. Miss Fern Harris, who filled the position during Miss Stelmach's absence, plans to join her family on the ranch soon.
The Young Men's Bible class held its first session last Sunday in connection with the Sunday school at the Congregational church. Pastor Rev. Mr. Curtis expects this to become a permanent feature of the Bible study program and invites local young men to attend.
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Russell arrived Sunday from Sibley Iowa by car to visit their three sons Robin Monroe and Charley. This is the third year they have made the auto trip. They found the Yellowstarte r Trail well marked and worked except through the Indian reservation where some road work is needed.
The Baker Mercantile company undertakes extensive front renovations with a modern display window. R. S. Johnson asserts that modern methods demand contemporary facilities as Dick continues his up to the minute progress.
Mr Be lment, an agent for Continental Oil, encountered a pleasant surprise when he found his wife and daughter disembarking from a train at the depot Tuesday evening. He had expected them later and had arranged for their joining him here.
Webster resident Henry Stultz died at his Webster home last Wednesday. His son in law George A Begg arrived Thursday to arrange funeral plans. The service took place Friday morning at the Begg home with Rev Curtis of Baker Congregational Church officiating. Interment followed in the local cemetery.
L Price county Red Cross treasurer reports a $65.70 check from C C Conser of Plevna and a $345.00 donation from the Calumet Ladies Club via Mrs Frank Stout. Both sums boost the ongoing relief campaign and are appreciated by the campaign committee.
Lew Jim, Montana Cafe proprietor, showcases a rare exhibit featuring exceptionally long beans labeled Looqua and friends plus Chinese string beans. The stand promises a unique display that highlights unusually tall vegetables as a centerpiece of his county fair style exhibit.
For sale two Ford vehicles priced to move or will trade for town property. Ray H. Smith, 17 t1. Building a substantial barn on his residence in the Morris addition, Bert King constructing a barn on his property.
Mrs Kate Koons has been quite sick with an attack of inflammatory rheumatism for some time. Her condition is being treated by doctors and she remains under medical care at her home.
Jon Brant entertained several of his lady friends at a duck dinner held Sunday at the Peerless Cafe.
J. W. Brant went to Miles City on Saturday to handle affairs concerning the Lyric Theatre in which he holds an interest.
Returned from a visit to her parents in Lemmon South Dakota Miss Tillie isted rented on Bronday after two weeks away.
The Episcopal Guild will convene next at the home of Mrs Atkinson on Wednesday September 26. Members are reminded to attend and participate in the planned activities for the season.
J. G. Barger spent Sunday with friends at the Mill Iron ranch where he bagged a quantity of game as the season opened the day before.
The Lutheran parsonage in Lakeside Addition is nearing completion. The society does not plan to erect a church before spring.
Aletta J. Gordon announces new shipment of millinery creations available at H. and M. McConnell's in Baker and vicinity.
A brief social note invites ladies to discuss remodeling hats of good material for extended use. Aletta Gordon is mentioned at H. & M. McConnel's as the contact.
J Y Creel remodels a building between the Berg implement warehouse and the Dome Oil Company offices into two office suites for rental. One suite is to be occupied by A C Jasperson.
William Breteron attended the Knights of Pythias grand lodge in Great Falls for several days. He called the session one of the biggest times in his experience and noted next year’s meeting will be held in Great Falls.
The Polleys Lumber company of Missoula reports need for more men at their mills 25 miles west of Missoula. They note high winter wages attract homesteaders to apply for jobs and work.
Minneapolis couple Mr and Mrs W D Andrews stay a fortnight with Postmaster and Mrs Geo M Daugherty. Mrs Andrews is the postmaster sister. Andrews is a former president of Minnesota's oldest hail insurance firm and owns land in Fallon County with annual visits.'
Frank H. Becker opens a real estate and farm loan office in the Baker Meat Market block, returning to Baker with brother Fay and the late W. R. Barber in 1908. His long experience promises strong local knowledge and client advantage.
Delco-light Agency owner F. C. Carmichael has taken the Delco Light agency. The complete electric light and power plant suits farms country homes stores and schools. A compact motor operates simply enough for a boy to use. He displays one on his auto for farmer demonstrations.
William Harris began digging a cellar and found gravel suitable to fill holes on Main Street. He offered to furnish the dirt to the city free of charge, a proposal that could greatly ease discomfort for residents along that stretch.
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