Rude Awakening Reflected in German American Press
A New York Times piece contrasts the New Yorker Staats-Zeitung and German American leaders over war culpability. It notes Germany's actions in Belgium and France, atrocities against Armenians, and the burden on its people, while praising American Germans who rally under the Stars and Stripes.
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New York Times
New-Yorker Statts#eitung
Austria-Hungary
Serbia
Montenegro
Rumania
Bulgaria
Turkey
The
Staats-Zeitung
Germany
America
Ithem
Women of Montana debate Rankin vote in 1930s letters
The Montanan debate over Jeanette Rankin's Senate bid unfolds in letters from Mary Hussey and others. Opponents stress Montana needs national figures and a strong male senator, while supporters note Rankin’s Congress record and state firsts.
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Montana
Mary D. Hussey
New Jersey
Washington, D. C
Jeanette Rankin
Congress
Mary D. Huse
Mary Hussey
Washington
Senate
Senator Walsh
Washington City
Lewis and Clark County Fair Plans At Gilman
Arrangements for the Lewis and Clark county fair and stampede at Gilman are nearly complete. The event promises a larger livestock and agricultural exhibit, a notable wild west stampede, and prizes for riders. The program includes a strong women’s focus with a child welfare exhibit led by Miss Margaret Hughes and assisted by nurses and Dr. R A White. Miss Bessie Lowe leads the demonstration agents, aiming to make this fair a key feature for women and education.
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Lewis & Clark County
Gilman
Monks
Cheyenne
Margaret Hughes
Helena
R. A. White
Augusta
Bessie Lowe
Lewis and Clark County Fair
Hog Show Aims to Promote Hog Farming at Montana State Fair
Government experts urge increased hog production due to fat meat shortages and a global demand surge. The swine show at Helena's Montana State Fair September 9 to 14 will promote pork demand, showcase hog conformation, and connect buyers with local breeders while offering large premiums to top exhibitors.
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America
Montana
Helena
Montana State Fair War Savings Stamp Contest Opens
Contestants over 18 file notice with county War Savings directors. Stamps priced at value. top two win a Helena trip and state prizes total 500 dollars in stamps. County prizes total 200 150 100 50 dollars. State Fair sales must be new and added to pledges. credits for new sales and pledge payments. Ernest McCullough sold John Zimmerman ranch on Fairfield bench. buyer Attorney R M Armour of Great Falls.
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Helena
Duach
E. J. Hirshberg
Choteau
Teton County
Courity P. S
Ernest McCullough
John Zimmerman
Fairfield Bench
Zimmerman
R. M. Armour
Great Falls
Rankin Skips Vote on War Measure for Montana
Fragmentary sentence shows REE Miss Rankin not voting on a war measure, reflecting Montana's stance. The note mentions earlier statements urging support and the pressure on her to back the legislation.
French Red Cross Luncheon Gifts Sugar to Children
A Red Cross worker from France staged a luncheon for French children before leaving for America. Each child received a half lump of sugar as a rare treat, with many saving the sugar to mail to front-line soldiers in Paris.
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Red Cross
France
America
Paris
Montana State Fair Crowds Attract Large Dime of Delights
Large crowds attend the Montana State Fair enjoying a cheerful atmosphere with good humor and ample entertainment. Vendors and exhibitors promise a lively program as attendees sample foods and participate in games.
Simmons Seeks Sheriff Nomination in Teton County
A. J. Simmons announces his candidacy for sheriff on the Republican ticket after nearly four years as deputy sheriff at Walier. He pledges faithful impartial service and asks the people’s support for nomination and election.
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Teton County
Walier
A. J. Simmons
Barnett Seeks Reelection as County Surveyor on Republican Ticket
J H Barnett announces candidacy for reelection as county surveyor on the Republican ticket. He pledges continued service and full dedication to duties if nominated and elected, with paid political advertisement from Warswus.
Fixed county food prices set by fair price committee
Prices for Wheat flour, Rye flour, Corn flour, Yellow corn meal, White corn meal, Oatmeal, rolled oats, Barley flour, Rice flour, Edible starch, and Rice are listed with retailer and consumer amounts. Readings show retailer costs from 49 lb sacks and 9 lb sacks, with consumer ranges generally higher by a few to multiple cents per unit.
Parson campaign denial and land notice appear
A letter from Harry H. Parsons denies withdrawal from the race and vows perseverance. Separate public notice: Helene Greta Bush, formerly Ferris, of Bole, Montana, seeks three year proof for land claim in township 24 N range 3 W, with witnesses listed and court H. A. Barker as register. Public filing date July 19, 1918. final publication September 6.
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Department of the Interior
U. S. Land Office
Great Falls
Montana
Helene Greta Bush
Helene Greta Ferris
Bole
Township
Range
Merigian
Nobve
A. C. Warner
U. S
Choteau
Monard
Harry Boutilier
Rupert’ Boutiler
Charles" H. Ferris
Samuel E. Brokaw
Ij. A. Barker
Register
Sugar By Mail Calls for Strict Sugar Purchase Rules
Mail order houses must ship sugar in line with food administration rules. Can makers and canning sugar buyers face surveillance and pledges, with monitoring extended to those obtaining sugar from mail order houses. The aim is to curb abuse of the canning sugar privilege and prevent cheating.
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Food Administration
Parson's for Senator Missoula Montana
Aug 14 in Missoula Montana a candidate announces withdrawal to aid party unity. The Montana voters and Republicans faced with multiple candidates heard the claim that the move was a personal sacrifice to safeguard the party and public interests. The attorney general ruled the withdrawal ineffective, leaving the race in its current form.
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Missoula
Mont
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Montana
Aed
Comfort at the State Fair at Montana in 1918
Officials promise comprehensive safety and comfort measures for large crowds at the Montana State Fair. Special efforts are described to manage visitor welfare and access during the event.
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Montana
Severe fashion houses close five months for sugar hoarding
A cryptic note claims New York fashion houses shuttered for five months over leaving the sugar bowl on the table. The remark suggests a critique of wealthier classes controlling scarce food resources amid nationwide concern.
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New York
Big Prizes At State Fair Contest
A statewide fair competition offers medals and awards for participants. Prizes highlight effort and achievement at the Montana State Fair, inviting entrants to test their skills and win recognition.
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Dutton
Conrad
Walter
Cut Bank
Chateau
Grace M. Thompson
iFirst Pub
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Montana State Fair War Savings Stamp Campaign
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Chenoees County
the Spirit OF
John L. Lundgren
S. Frank Scott
W. Second St
State Railway
Democratic
Buitte, Mont
Lies Warswus
J. H. Barnett
E. C. Garrett
Tare
Crisco
Ile
Harry H. Parsons
Parsons
Senator Club
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