Expose on draft board fees sparks cross county dispute
The Helena Independent reports a sensational critique of selective draft boards charging the full allowable fees, noting twelve counties billed the maximum and thirty-two did not. In Fergus and other large counties, work was extensive, including nights and Sundays, with officers drawing legal compensation. A signed statement from Stephens and Wheaton claims funds were intended for Red Cross and War Relief, not personal use.
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Helena
Fergus
Democrat-News
Stephens
Wheaton
Red Cross
North Dakota Repudiates a Bolsheviki Reputation
A North Dakota visitor recalls a Denver remark about a stone wall and La Follette as Kaiser. Easterners mock North Dakota as Bolsheviki in America, and Moritana opposes such a reputation. The piece notes the state's desire to shed this image.
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North Dakota
Denver
la Follette
Kaiser
America
Moritana
Eastern Fergus Farmers to Get Seed Wheat Help
The Lewistown Chamber of Commerce works to secure seed wheat for spring planting. If needed, a special legislative session may be called to address the emergency. Most farmers in Eastern Fergus are provided, but the chamber will verify and ensure seed needs are met.
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Lewistown
War Savings Drive Aims For Montana Share Of 2 Million
Citizens urged to support War Savings and Thrift Stamps equal to the first Liberty Loan total of two million dollars. Montana’s target is eighty nine million four hundred fifty nine thousand seven hundred forty dollars, or sixteen dollars and fifty cents per person in the state.
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Montana
New Yorkers Try Heatless Varieties Along Meatless Days
Along with meatless and wheat less days New Yorkers have been having a few of the heatless variety.
State Eighth Grade Exam Dates Set for Lewistown
The State Eighth Grade examination will be held in Lewistown on January 24 and 25, 1918. Lesa M. Baker, County Superintendent of Schools, requests local schools to prepare and inform students of the schedule.
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Lewistown
Leica M. Baker
Strayed Bull Offered Reward Near McDonald Creek
A two year old white faced bull with split ears and no brand strayed from a residence just south of the old Dave Foreman ranch on McDonald creek. A ten dollar reward is offered for the animal's return to the owner at the stated location.
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Dave Foreman
McDonald Creek
Woods
Death of Captain C C Miles in Geneva Nebraska
Charles C Miles died at his home in Geneva Nebraska on December 27 1917 at age 84 He was a deacon and member of the Congregational church Born October 15 1833 in Concord Massachusetts He married twice and was father of ten His Civil War service began as a wagoner and he rose to captain in 1863 His unit took part in several important engagements with him often at the front.
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Mand
Fillmore County
Miles
F. F. Miles
Charles C. Miles
Geneva
Neb
Congregational Church
Goncord
Mass
M. Miles
Patriotism urged through war savings stamps drive
Citizens urged to buy war saving stamps and thrift certificates at post offices to support the war effort. Government expresses confidence this call will grow a great volunteer army, united under the banner The United Service of Americans. It isn’t your war until it harms. Buy stamps now.
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United States
United Service of Americans
Mr Stinson Plans Move to Denton Lumber Yard
Mr Stinson an employee at the Montana Lumber camp in Denton is scouting the local yard this week with intent to relocate his residence. He has decided to move here.
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Stinson
Montana Lumber ‘Camp
Denton
Town Council Funds License Cut and Fire Engine Arrival
The council reduced the pool room license by half after consideration and directed the town clerk to draft several license changes. Two new chemical fire engines arrived with one already housed and ready for action. Improvements on Main Street will begin when frost ends. The county forgave over $1,600 of Grass Range’s prior year taxes.
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Main
Swift Announces Candidacy for County Superintendent
Miss Amanda Swift of Winnett announces her candidacy for county superintendent on the Progressive Republican ticket. Four years ago she ran as an instructor candidate. The present incumbent is serving a second term. voters are urged to ignore party lines.
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Amanda Swift
Winnett
Fergus County
Miss Swift
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