Democracy or Autocracy in the Farmers Non Partisan League
The piece attacks the nonpartisan league’s appeal to farmers as a democratic banner while arguing its aims are socialist and undemocratic. It warns that the league seeks political domination via secret leaders, demanding accountability and urging farmers to retain control of cooperatives and moderate reforms. It cites Roosevelt as a key reference for Americanism versus paternalism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Wilson
League
Montana
Western
Roosevelt
Roosevelt’s war stance defends Americanism and private ownership
In a New York speech Theodore Roosevelt argues for national preparedness and a rapid war victory while opposing broad government ownership. He draws a line between war necessity and normal times, favoring private ownership with government efficiency and centralized control from Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York State
Theodore Roosevelt
Mr. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Washington
Man Power Bill Passes With Work or Fight Clause
The senate approved a manpower bill extending the draft to all men ages 18 to 45 with a work or fight provision. Amendments on youth ages 19 and 21 were defeated, while calls for later registration and broader exemptions were rejected. Local and federal authorities ordered to prepare for complete registration and enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Senate Military Committee
War Labor Board
McKellar
Tennessee
Cummins
Iowa
Gore
Senator Sterling
South Dakota
Senator Falls
Senator Poindexter
Vardaman
Viva Voce
Kirby
Congress
Red Cross Notes Spur Donations and War Knit Plans
A local Red Cross notes a drive of clothing and fabric donations from Agawam to Emanuel Aid and Mrs Scarron. It reports funds raised from a Frank Allen ranch dance, a push to collect Edison records for soldier camps, and a knitting plan update from George E Scott on yarn supplies and future garment production for servicemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reae
Agawam
Conrad
Walier
Farmington
Dutton
Plummerton
Emanuel Aid
Red Cross
George E Scott
American Red Cross
Washington, D. C
Northern Division
War Industries Board
Army
Navy
United States
France
Italy
California Faces Push For Single Tax Amendment
The piece warns California likely to face another single tax vote amid ongoing agitation by advocates. It argues such changes would threaten state finances and delay investment, while noting big landowners and corporations could welcome taxing land only. The author expects a tendency to reject innovations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Hospital Notes Report Local Patients and Procedures
McGregor Hospital notes list several patients including Mrs Chester Hale and Mrs Mike Wolf who were operated on this week and Monday respectively. Mrs Nat Collins and Mrs Mary Fincher remain confined or hospitalized while Hazel Johnson had tonsils and adenoids removed. The oldest daughter of O M Johnson underwent appendicitis surgery this morning. Joe Blunt is a patient. Dr Folsom and son Alfard returned from a fishing trip to Big River with good luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Hale
Mike Wolf
Nat Collins
Mary Fincher
Bynum
J. M. Moore
Plummerton
Hazel Johnson
O. M. Johnson
Joe Blunt
Folsom
Alfard
Big River
Farm Ioan Mentioned by T. A. Meagher
The note directs readers seeking a farm Ioan to consult T. A. Meagher for the relevant listing or guidance. The fragment implies a real estate or farming property reference linked to the named individual.
Y M C A's Moral Boost in Army and Industry
Daniel C. Poling praises Y M C A work with soldiers in France highlighting huts dugouts canteens and religious services. A captain notes morale rose 100 percent due to Y M C A, while the group gains recognition for war industry support and clean living boosting efficiency. order storm doors from Choteau Lumber Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel C. Poling
France
Red Cross
Salvation Army
Choteau Lumber Co
Local fair sets prices for staples and goods
A county fair food and supply price list shows wheat flour 80 to 85 cents a pound sack, rye flour 90 to 95 cents, corn flour 80 to 85 cents, rice flour 1.30 to 1.33, breakfast items like oatmeal 86 to 90 cents, sugar 11 cents per pound, beans 18 to 19 cents, raisins 12.5 to 15 cents, canned tomatoes 22.5 to 25 cents, canned corn 22 to 25 cents, salmon 28 to 30 cents, evaporated milk 12.5 to 15 cents, milk 10 cents, butter 45 cents, eggs 40 cents per dozen, American cheese 40 cents, lard 1.50 to 1.60 dollars per pound and lard substitute 1.05 to 1.10 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TS Il TiCole
Admr
Steny Povind
Isacky
Alaska
MT county records list filed deeds and patents week ending Aug 29 1918
County clerk records show deeds and United States patents filed in Choteau Montana for the week ending August 29 1918. Transactions include Erickson to Satterlee for 6400 dollars and various transfers of land parcels across sections and townships plus a large 16785 dollar Hadley sale and a 159.83 acre unsurveyed land tract in Glacier National Park Forest Reserve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teton County Abstract Co
Choteau
Montana
George Richard Hall
M. C. Hadley
Lake Frances
W. Clara A Gage
Arthur Gage
Permilla Gage
Kingsbury
Fellers
Dupuyer
United States
William Goss
Ona E. Smith
John R. Hooker
Alice R. Martin
Mabel Billedeaux
W. Nettie D. Grooms
Frank A. Pike
Glaciey National Park
Notice of dissolution of partnership
Notice states the partnership between W. Swedancky and R. J. Schroder is dissolved with Schroder retiring. All claims are to be paid by Swedancky and all accounts are due him. W. Swedancky
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Swedancky
R. J. Schroder
Mr. Schroder
Mr. Swedancky
Montana Court Orders Claims to 160 Acres in Te ton County
Notice to all persons with any interest or lien in the Southwest Quarter of Section 35 Township 29N Range 4W Montana Meridian. Ole C Ostensoe sues to determine estate rights and heirship in the described real property and to settle interests of all claimants. Respond within sixty days of first publication or the court will proceed. WITNESS Paul Jacobson Clerk Aug 19 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ole C. Osterisce
Epidintift
Sapper
Sqps
Montana
Ole C. Ostensoe
County of
Teton
Montana Meridian
A. D
Notice of Claimants in Butterfield Property Case
A memorandum notes that Ole Haatvedt Annund Haatvedt and Ansmond Haatvedt claim interests or liens adverse to plaintiff Mrs. G. Egge. Attorneys O Leary & Doyle of Great Falls Montana represent the plaintiff. First publication Sept 4 1918. Last Oct 11 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Egge
Butterfield
Minn
Ole Haatvedt
Annund Haatvedt
Karlstad
Ansmond Haatvedt
Stanwood
Wash O'Leary & Doyle
Plaintiff
Great Falls
Montana
Order to Show Cause Why Sale of Real Estate Should Not Be Made
In Teton County Montana the district court orders all interested parties in the estate of Allison Garrett to appear on October 1, 1918 at 10 a.m. to show cause why the administrator Byron Carson should be granted an order to sell necessary real estate. A copy of the order will be published weekly for four weeks in the Chateau Montanan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleventh Judicial District
State of
Montana
County of
Teton
Allison Garrett
Byron Carson
Sai
Chateau
County of Teton
Chateau Montanan
Teton County
H. H. Ewing
District Court
Fritz A. B. Linke
Real estate and farm equipment ads seek buyers and contracts
A mix of classified notices offers to buy or lease property through Meagher and lists items for sale including a 1916 Chevrolet touring car cash or cattle trade, a 10 20 Case tractor with plow, and requests for stubble plowing contracts. Readers are instructed to contact offices or address boxes in Chateau and Choteau for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meagher
Notice to Creditors Estate of Grace C. Kessinger
Administrator John C. Kessinger directs creditors and claimants to present vouchers within four months of first publication. Claims must be filed at attorney James Sulgrave's office in Chateau Montana. First published August 9, 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace C. Kessinger
Larson Block
Chateau
Montana
John C. Kessinger
Grace Co
Kessinger
James Sulgrave
For Sale A Ten Room Residence in Choteau
A for sale notice advertises a ten room residence in Choteau close to town with strong value for a buyer seeking a good home. Interested parties should apply at the office for details and information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PSE Onerg
Choteau
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McGregor Hospital Notes
T. A. Meagher
Erick’ A. Erickson
Jackson M. Satterlee
George E. Griggs
Elmer Griggs
Osa M. Cogill
James A. Coghill
John King
Martha Elizabeth Barber
Williams
Lafe Allison
W. F. Allison
Walter Schrock
Emma B. Schrock
Walter Schrok
Ned
W. Solomon Hendricks
Jay S. Castle
Willis H. Angell
Margaret M. Wickware
Walter
Norman D. Johnson
Louise Johnson
Robert Armstrong
Perry A. Davis
A. BE. Smith
O. D. Ryan
R. J. Shroder
St Mons
Paul, Jacobson
Festus
H. Bamberger
Glenloyd
John Deere
Conrad Smitt
Bob
Bileon
Semblys
Sissons
Montanas
Theglegisuas
Orimontanas Aceite
Monane
United States of America
State of Montana
Ss. I.C. T. Stewart
Helena
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