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Newspaper
Grass Range Review
Location
Grass Range, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1917
Page
3
A critical pamphlet style piece attacks war as a moral collapse in nations, contrasting human brutality with imagined divine likeness. It condemns Kaiser era rhetoric, clerical complicity, and imperial aggression, urging democratic self rule and a future free from tyrannical government.
The piece argues ci's young men organize baseball and tennis clubs without doubting patriotism. It notes support for conscription and readiness to serve if drafted. Athletic training seen as prep for potential war and the seriousness of America’s role is emphasized.
The writer notes isolation from war centers dampens patriotism yet believes press reports inspire loyal Americans. He anticipates, within a year, widespread pride as the Stars and Stripes lead renewed action toward lasting world peace.
John Paul Jones, described as an Iowa boy, has joined the navy. The note recalls his illustrious predecessor’s defiant reply when asked to surrender, saying they have just begun to fight, signaling enduring naval spirit.
Foodstuffs and aeroplanes appear to rise in Germany while a forecast suggests iron crosses could be available at no cost in two years. The remark hints at wartime economic controls and possible shifts in exchange or subsidy policy affecting agricultural supplies.
Notice is given by Wallace Dickson administrator of the estate of Louise Minick deceased to all creditors and others with claims against the estate. Claims must be exhibited with vouchers within four months after first publication to the administrator at his ranch near Becket Montana or to J W Barker attorney at 208 Bank Electric Building Lewis town Montana. First publication May 2 5t
Auction style listing shows a 12-25 Avery tractor with a stear t device and three plows. Included are 40 gallons of engine oil 20 gallons of gear oil and three tanks. Owner moving back east. Sale at this office. Bargain.
Employment ad seeking a housekeeper with further information available from JAMES TURNER in Welter Mont.
Department of the Interior U S Land Office Montana April 24 1917 Minnie Hester heir for Henry R Hester Grass Range Montana filed intent to prove up on land in section 65 township 16 north range 23 east, before R W Blake Grass Range June 6 1917. Witnesses Edward Spellerberg Chester Myers Auburn Columbus Brainee Jacob Conklin Grass Range Montana.
Department of the Interior Lands Office Lewistown Mont issues notice that Harry F. Sipe of Blakeslee Mont filed for three year proof to establish land claims in Sec. 24 25 30 Tp 17 N R 23 24 E. before U S Commissioner R W Blake Grass Range Mont on June 7 1917. Names Blakeslee Huff s wing Fladager Fountain listed. First pub May 3.
Neal McDonald of Battrick Montana filed on July 23 1916 Sworn Statement and Application No 036139 to purchase the N E S E Sec 19 Tp 13 N R 24 E M M timber and land under the Timber and Stone act with final proof set for July 20 1917 before U S Commissioner at Grass Range. Protest or contest action details given. Also an ad for heavy harness at French Bros Garage Grass Range Montana.
Raymond H Slack of Grass Range Mont filed notice of intention to make three year proof to establish a land claim in nw Sec 10 T15N R24E M M. The proceedings set a hearing before U S Commissioner R W Blake at Grass Range Mont on June 20 1917. Witnesses Duncan Spink Ira B Hedge Fred pAb William Briggs of Grass Range. First pub May 17.
Mary Mattol widow and heir for the heirs of Joe Aviatiol deceased of Roundup Montana has filed notice of intention to make a three year proof to establish claim to the land described in the notice before W G Jarrett Clerk of the District Court Roundup Montana on June 18 1917. Patrick H Collins Fred J ONeil Robert E Tillie Charles Stefanich all of Darrel Montana. First Pub May 47.
Department of the Interior announces Cyrus Strait of Grass Range Montana has filed notice of intention to make three year proof to establish upstanding claims on sections 34 and 33 township 17 north range 2 east near Grass Range. Witnesses listed include John Zormier John Kuhn Ross Everson and Ivan Johnson all of Grass Range Montana.
An amiable temperament aids happiness though constant constipation can block it. The advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy to relieve constipation, improve appetite, and strengthen digestion, suggesting easier days once bowels move regularly.
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