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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1918
Page
7
In the Court of the Sixth Judicial district of Montana the estate of Bridget Veaset deceased is being administered. Creditors and all persons with claims against the deceased must present vouchers within the time required after first publication to the undersigned administrator Margaret Osburn.
An official notice announces a land claim and mining related actions in Montana. It lists entry numbers and locations in Range 15 East Me P. It names witnesses including Orson Gardiner and Richard Stodsness and references US Interior and timber interests.
Notice for publication listing Harry R Snyder Timter Mont and a land claim dated January 30 1915 with Timber land details in the north range section. Names Siman S and Springdale Mont appear as witnesses. Commissioner to receive proof of continuous residence before May 9 1918. Local names Wagner Boe and Hig Pinaber appear in the damaged text.
Fragmented OCR shows a township land matter with names such as William Muir Jr and Francis Guetta and references to a commissioner and the period around May in Montana. The text appears to be a legal notice about establishing a plan or vote with unclear specifics and dates.
Department of the Interior on April 1 1918 announces Carl T KEdner of Big Timber Montana filed a homestead entry No 60271 for lots 1 6 7 and other parcel in section 6 town 1 north range 16 east M P Meridian to establish final three year proof before GC N Skillman US Commissioner at Ble Timber Montana on June 6 1918 Witnesses Albert J Hanson Charles Bouse John Vs Foster Gust Arrestad all of Melville North Dakota. Ist publication April 2 1918
The state of Montana district court summons all defendants to answer Sweet Grass Ranching Companys complaint within sixty days. The case seeks to determine heirship of Amy Line E Cross and establish ownership of the described lands in Sweet Grass County, seeking a decree free of encumbrances and final title to the property.
Department of the Interior notices M John N Japack of Big Timber Montana, aged 14, intends to establish a homestead in section 34 township 14 east range 1 4 east M P Meridian. Witnesses listed include Lee Nmoot Math Michels and Harrison Niceley. Filing date July 2, 1918, in Bozeman office with Harvey C Po missioner.
U S Food Administration reports offers of wheat flour from individuals and firms to aid allies. About ten carloads offered in Montana and a 2000 bushel shipment from Williamson firm Memphis. Officials plan price filings to curb ice profiteering and demand economy in meat and poultry as allies cut consumption. An order requires green coffee dealers to reveal all Brazilian holdings to ensure fair distribution.
Washington dispatch lauds John D. Ryan Montana mining magnate as head of all aircraft work. It notes his copper industry leadership and predicts a smooth-running air program with Brig. Gen. William L. Kenley overseeing production and the nation’s war effort against Germany.
Gassted News reports Glasston school closed Saturday due to a wicsic. Miss McCann left Monday for a visit with her sister teaching at Livingston. A dance and necktie social at the school house Friday benefited the Junior Red Cross, a decided success with proceeds of $25.00.
Washington officials forecast freight and passenger rate rises of about 25 percent this year to cover higher fuel wages and equipment costs. The recommendation has been sent to Director General McAdoo, who is expected to act within six weeks and implement increases with shippers appealing to the Interstate Commerce Commission under the Railroads Act and final decision resting with President Wilson.
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