Granville Stuart Montana Pioneer Dies at 85 in Missoula
Granville Stuart longtime Montana pioneer and early gold discoverer dies at his Missoula home at age 85. His life spanned Montana’s transformation from frontier to statehood and he helped chronicle its early history through writings and public service.
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Metlen and daughter visit Armstead ranch near town
D. E Metlen and his daughter Miss Genevieve spent a few days in town this week visiting from their Armstead area ranch.
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Funeral of Mrs David Evans Held Here Tuesday
The funeral for Mrs. David Evans who died in an automobile accident last week was held Tuesday at the Episcopal church in Dillon with Rev. R. J. Jensen officiating. Interment followed at Mountain View cemetery. Pallbearers included S. A. Barbour, R. E. Dutch, W. T. Dodgson, David Jones, J. H. Gilbert, and G. T. Paul. Melrose friends attended from nearby towns.
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All Women of Montana Urged to Register Before Oct 5
A wartime appeal urges Montana women to register by October 5 to ensure voting in the November 6 election. It argues women will shape the state's political future, sustain war production, and uphold democracy at home, warning that abstaining would be a slacker move.
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Sudden Death of Mrs. Baker in Dillon
Mrs. Nannie E. Baker aged 74 died at her son George Bakers Dillon home at 2 20 this afternoon of heart failure. Born in Shelbyville Missouri she had lived there until a week ago. She leaves husband a son George of Dillon and a daughter in Shelbyville. Remains will be sent to Missouri for burial. Community extends sympathy.
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Best Buys Mine Sold at Sheriff Sale
The New Departure mine was sold last Friday at sheriff's sale held at the mine. O. M. Best of this city purchased the property for 15980 dollars.
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Stars Added to Flag at M. E. Church
A patriotic service at the Methodist church honored Beaverhead boys in service. Speakers included Frank Hazelbaker J S Wiseman and H G Humphrey with music by the choir and Mrs Wm Furchner. Stars were added to the service flag for Henry Burfiend Will Yeaman Warren Galloway Cecil Featherly Fred Featherly Roy Mack Frank Gosman and Lieut Fred Finch. Relatives and friends answered a roll call for the Beaverhead boys.
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Beaverhead County Over the Top in Fourth Liberty Loan
Beaverhead county completed the fourth Liberty loan with record support, surpassing prior drives by increasing subscriber numbers. Residents showed early resolve and cheerful participation at designated locations, raising about 380000 dollars for bonds and even hinting at honoring the county with a tank named for Beaverhead.
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Campaign for Mine Workers Exemption Draws Interest
Washington reports a nationwide effort by the American Mining Congress to educate operators on protecting essential mine workers from draft depletion. Many producers request blanks and guidance as large firms send reps to discuss extending exemptions and recognizing workers in the U S Industrial Army.
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First Fordson Tractor Arrives in Dillon
The Hite Fordson tractor drew strong interest and favorable comments in Dillon this week as Beaverhead Motor Co showcases Ford products. Claimed as the fastest and most powerful seen by local enthusiasts, the machine highlights Ford & Son engineering.
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Service Flag Dedicated At First Baptist Church
A satin service flag with 25 stars was dedicated at the First Baptist Church last Sunday night. A music and recitation program preceded star pinning by a relative of an absent soldier. The stars form a cross outline and represent the following service members who were once Sunday school members: Clarence Coon Chester Coon Emil Conger Kris Collins Dale English Byron Friend Sam Friend Dysart Gowen Leroy Gilbert Charles Hoern ing Chester Holmes Wylie Kirkpatrick Ora Mudd Henry Melton Ray Melton Robert Mosher Maurice Mosher Loch Maurer Paul Owens Clifford Owens Claude Powers William Rolwitz Harvey Sorenson Craig Snyder Lincoln Williams.
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Yankee soldiers and bread charm French townsfolk
Two American soldiers and a loaf of white bread drew crowds in a French city. Missoula native Stuart McHaffie, sergeant in Company C, recalls touring the Church of St Bernard and a hill birthplace legend while sharing bread with locals who offered peaches and hospitality in return.
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Why Story Man Pays Dillon a Visit
Frank B. Linderman author of Indian Why Stories visited Dillon early this week. He shared tales of Indian life and his range days with Montana cow pungsters era buddy Charlie Russell. Linderman spoke of publishing the Why Stories and said he favors the 50-50 federal good roads post plan.
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Liberty Day Proclaimed as National Celebration
President Wicon proclaims Liberty Day on Saturday October 12 urging communities nationwide to celebrate. He asserts the nation’s principles are clarified by ongoing struggle and stresses the duty to uphold freedom and the nation’s government as a model for the world.
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Couple Attends Funeral of J. W. Frizzell
Mr. and Mrs. Jake Louk of Wisdom visit city Saturday for the funeral of Mrs. Louk’s father J. W. Frizzell, reflecting family ties in the community.
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France Seen by George Baker At American Chateau Visit
Dispatch from St Aignan France dated September 1 1918 describes a night at the Bourre chateau with Miss Mills and Miss Doty, exploring caves, tennis, and a rain soaked river outing. Baker recalls Montana ties and humor amid army life behind the lines.
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