Morgan Will Sets Aside Art for Public Benefit
J Pierpont Morgan leaves bulk of estate to son by will while art treasures are destined for public access. The Black Hills firefight near Deadwood involves nearly a thousand men, and Belgium faces a major political strike with daily losses around two million dollars. Burleson states the administration will maintain republican post positions amid unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Hills
Deadwood
J. Pierpont Morgan
Mr. Morgan
Contractors Busy On Both Railroad Lines
Construction work is under way on both lines into Chateau with four crews on the Great Northern. Galusha faces a completed cut near the beach in Teton valley while material for the Power end is gathered. Milwaukee line crews push from Mill coulee and grading nears Chateau area. Great Northern work is energetic and trains are expected to reach Chateau before July ends.
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Chateau
Great Northern
Galusha
Teton Valley
Chteau
Byruim
Conrad
Burton Bench
Milwaukee
Mill Coulee
Sargent
Augusta
Weg Roman
Prazer
Choteau
Hodgskiss
Spring’ Creek
Chateau Country
Declamatory Contest At County High School Friday
The County High School will hold its annual declamatory contest Friday at eight in the high school auditorium. Six students Eleanor O'Neil Ruby Hodgskiss Masie Crawford Clara Pinger Rosa Kirsch and Dena Brolsma will compete to earn a spot at the state contest at the University of Montana May 6 to 10 1913. Admission is free to all friends of the school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Montana
Eleanor O'Neil
Ruby Hodgskiss
Masie Crawford
Clara
Postmasters Held to Office Under Efficiency Standard
San Francisco Chinatown placed under state of siege as authorities try to end Chinese residents feuds and violence. Within days several ven murders occur. Secretary Bryan and Speaker Clark reconcile after Baltimore convention, publicly pledging unity for Wilson administration.
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San Francisco
Chinatown
Bryan
Champ Clark
Baltimore
Wilson
Dayton hosts Grand American Handicap amid flood hardship
The National Cash Register Gun Club sends word that Dayton will run the Grand American Handicap on the regular dates. In the backdrop the flood devastation in Dayton and other Ohio cities casts a shadow over the announcement, lending it notable significance.
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Dayton
National Cash Register Gun Club
Ohio
Teton County High Team Eyes Northern Montana Crown
The 1912 13 Teton County High School basketball squad led by Crawford and R Burrell will lose both players to graduation but retains a strong nucleus for next year. They beat Belt 32 to 28 and 114 to 10 and Cut Bank 24 to 19 and 24 to 14, and lost to Helena 4 to 26 at the state tournament in Bozeman. Belt toppled Great Falls Chinook Havre, Cut Bank beat Chinook Havre and Browning, while Kalispell was defeated by last named. Based on these results the Teton team could be proclaimed high school champions of northern Montana.
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Monroe
Parker
H. Burrell
Crawford
R. Burrell
Cowgill
Funk
Belt
Cut Bank
Bozeman
Helena
Great Falls
Chinook
Havre
Browning
Kalispell
Teton
Montana
Well Known Pioneer Dies at 72 in Montana
James Arnoux 72 a pioneer and longtime Fort Benton resident died in Great Falls on April 15 age old. Native of New York he came up the Missouri River to Fort Benton in 1862 and led Missouri River Steamship affairs before joining I C Power interests. Later served in Browning Indian service and as United States commissioner and notary public. Survived by wife Mrs Josephine Arnoux of Browning two daughters Mrs Joseph W Brown and Mrs B P Dunbar three sons Monroe Marion and George.
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James Arnoux
Fort Benton
Browning
Great Walls
Arnoux
New York
Missouri River
Missouri River Steamship Company
Obituary of James Manix Local Resident in Dry Fork Area
James Manix died at his home last Saturday morning the 12th from stomach trouble. Born in Hartford Connecticut January 1841, he lived in Sun River and Dry Fork Montana, worked in Rogers Bros silverware, then as a bricklayer. Married Bridget Murry on January 15 1862, she survives with four children. Funeral held at Dupuyer officiated by Father Shevlin with neighbors paying last respects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Manix
Dry Fork
Dupuyer
Hartford
Connecticut
John Manix
Ellen Manix
Dawson
Manix
Bridget Murry
Sun River
Montana
Mantx
Rogers Broz
Phil Mauix
Augusta
Shevlin
Remembering James Manix A Devout Catholic and Steadfast Republican
The community mourns the death of James Manix leaving a lasting memory of a man whose word was as enduring as granite. Tributes come from Mrs Benson English Mrs J W Quail Mrs D Anderson and M Thomas Manix among others highlighting his devotion and public spirit.
Krofft Named Postmaster at Chateau
William Krofft is reported to be appointed postmaster at Chateau to succeed the resigned Wm. Cowgill. The commission has not yet been received but the nomination is generally credited and expected to take effect soon. Krofft, a longtime Chateau resident, is a consistent Democrat and one of three applicants.
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William Krofft
Chateau
Wm. Cowgill
Krofft
Senator Larson Trades 3200 Sheep for Land Near Brady
Brady Whetstone reports Senator Larson trades his entire flock of about 3200 sheep to Carl Malone for a tract of land near Brady. Malone plans to run the sheep in the foothills this summer.
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Senator Larson
Carl Malone
Brady
Malone
Definite utterance on banking and currency reform by President Wilson
The president signals decisive move toward banking and currency reform to accompany tariff changes. He argues a well designed law would stabilize business, reduce panics, and shield banks from economic crises. Banking reform is portrayed as essential and urgent for lasting prosperity.
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Wilson
State panel seeks county funds for Panama-Pacific exhibit
The governor appointed commission votes to ask counties to appropriate funds for 1915 California exposition displays. They estimate 875000 to 100000 needed, hoping 25000 comes from county contributions. David Wilger named permanent chairman, with J M Kennedy and the state treasurer as custodian of any funds. Attendees included J J Dobell, David Hilger, Harry Wilson, Neolson Story Jr, F A Hazelbak er, Wal Campbell, Leo Baust, C F Morris, and J J Ryan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
David Wilger
Lewistown
J. M Kennedy
Bureau of Agriculture and Publicity
Davis
San Diego Fair
J. J. Dobell
Butte
David Hilger
Harry Wilson
Billings
Neolson Story Jr
Bozeman
F. A Hazelbaker
Dillon
Wal Campbell
Helena
Leo H. Baust
Libby
C.F. Morris
Havre
J J. Ryan
Colonel McTavue
Deer Lodge
Teton County Commission Canvassers Special April Session
Proceedings of the County Commissioners of Teton County Montana sitting as the board of canvassers during a special April term 10055. The record notes actions taken on election results, certification steps, and official orders issued by the board. Key figures include county officials and staff managing tally validation and public notices.
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Teton County
Montana
Election Canvass Names Choteau Town Officials
Choteau Montana April 22 1913 the County Board canvassed votes from a special election for town officers. Julius Hirshberg won as mayor with 15 votes in ward one and 31 in ward two, while wards one and two elected William Hodgskiss Horace J Upmann Walter L Gorham A C Burbank for the aldermen seats ending May 1914.
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Choteau
Montana
Pando
Chotean
LC. Marsh
Henry Ra
Julius Ulsshbere
Walter HW. Gorlimin
A. C. Burbank
Julius Wirshberg
William Hodgskiss
Horace J. Upmann
Walter [t.Gorham
A.C. Burbank
E.Q Garrety
Great Northern to Electrify Lines in Washington and Montana
The Great Northern railway plans electrification projects including a hydro electric plant on the Chelan river and a large investment exceeding 48 million. The Montana highway commission reports no funds for major work this year, focusing on technical support to counties and design of bridges and culverts. The Montana State Fair in Helena hosts a Boys and Girls Industrial Department with entries from county youths in age groups twelve to eighteen for a noted corset cover competition.
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Great Northern Railway
Washington
St. Paul
Montana
Chelan River
Cascade Mountains
Montana Highway Commission
Motana
Helena
EF. 3. Cooley
Montana Agricultural College
Commercial Club Elects Officers For New Year
At a well attended Chateau meeting at the courthouse officers for the ensuing year were elected led by President Dr C J B Stephens and Vice President B J Roberson Treasurer Jas Eckford. Five committee heads include Geo F Miller J B Malmin Paul Jacobson T O Larson and Jas Eckford. The group forms an executive committee with the directors to appoint a secretary and handle routine business.
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Chateau Commercial Club
Court House
C.J. B. Stephens
B. J. Roberson
Jas. Eckford
Geo. F. Miller
J.B. Malmin
Paul Jacobson
T. O. Larson
Stephens
Prescott
C. 0. Harlow
Chateau
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Belgium
Burleson
George W. Magee
MO. C. Ferris
U. S. Commissioner and Notary Public
Collins
Eton County
F. H. Federhen
U. S
Justice of the Peace and Notary Public
Pires Insurance
H. J. McGregor
Choteau, Mont
H. W. Bateman, M. D
Chothau, Montana
Kodak
W. A. Emerrick
Mont
John ‘I. Moore
W. M. J. I, Cain
Sec
A. C. Warner
Orrick
Choteau Hotus
ODD Fellows
Chotexzu Lodge No. 1
Connor Building
T EL. Jourdonnall
N.G. Chas
H. Connor
Frederick T. Hull
M. D
T. A. Smith
Pont
Teton County High School
North
Krofft New
Lorfictalt
News of the
Commercial Club
Hckford
Miller
Malin
Jacobson
Larson
Dr. Stephens
J. E. Webb
Julius Hirshberg
William Cowgill
J. N. Malmin
E. J. Roberson
C.D. Harlow
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