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Newspaper
Grass Range Review
Location
Grass Range, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1918
Page
18
Daily train service runs to multiple towns with morning departures from Lewistown and afternoon returns. Local wheat harvest progress, public notices, upcoming auctions for horses and cattle, a free dance, church service report, influenza cases, Red Cross dedication, and subscription renewal reminders populate the community update.
Henry Kirkgard born October 21 1886 in Denmark died at Camp Merritt New Jersey from influenza. He left a mother and four brothers, two in Denmark and two in Dallas Texas. Memorial services will be held in Grass Range and interment will be at Lewistown. He was unmarried and volunteered for service, eschewing exemptions, proving his devotion to democracy and country. He was a respected citizen with a homestead northeast of Grass Range.
For sale a Ford in decent condition with reasonable asking price. Contact details not provided.
The Ellison-White Chautauqua Festival opened last Wednesday night and ended Monday evening with the Liberty Belles Orchestra providing an engaging program of strings and piano. The five charming young ladies offered superior instrumental work and the final night drew many visitors from surrounding areas aided by pleasant October weather. Sergeant Gibbon’s trench and prison camp experiences captivated audiences, described as the era’s best feature. Organizers, farmers, and citizens embraced the venture despite risks, with strong support from W. C. Weber, Miss Alexander, and local school children who helped sell tickets. plans for next year are already in motion. Ice cold fruits and vegetables at Wellman’s. Buy Thrift stamps.
Oscar M. Lanstrum pledges support for President Wilson and the government in winning the war. He promises to curb high prices and profiteering, defend legitimate business stability, secure profitable prices for wheat and farm products, and improve conditions for laborers while ensuring just compensation. Paid advertisement by the Lanstrum for Senator Club of Lewis and Clark County.
The Ladies Aid Society meets at Mrs Brandt's home to plan a Halloween dinner on Oct 31 and prep for Oct 24. Rally Day observance and infant baptism are scheduled for Oct 27 with an inviting program. Mrs Blakeslee hosted the recent society meeting. strong interest noted in the reorganized group and Liberty Bond exhortations Sunday night.
A reader reports on District 185 in Becket noting two schools, Cliff Ranch and Hill School five miles away. The district organized last summer with small classes yet active programs in music, art, and pine needle basketry taught by the school board chaired by Mr. Amos Snyder.
A Moose Hall gathering on Monday evening the 21st will inform the public about the War Activities fund campaign in November. Mrs. George Waltz of Lewistown will speak and a fine musical program is planned. The event clarifies the work and needs of Y W C A and allied organizations.
The Red Cross Society lists attendees for October 10 and October 17 meetings including Mesdames Rinehart Shawhan Knight Tabor French Weber Blake Miles Adams W M Weber. A correction is issued for last week's paper about a $25 donation on an acre of wheat, thanks extended to Mr Matt Palmer. Six other acres await response. The Red Cross workroom is closed until further notice due to influenza.
Notice from LE L. Fahey County Superintendent informs teachers examinations postponed to the last Thursday Friday in November because of influenza prevalence.
E C Abbott and wife returned from Deer Lodge after attending the funeral of Granville Stuart, a pioneer whose burial drew scores of distinguished citizens and old-time friends. A gold nugget given to Teddy Stuart, the first from Montana’s gold, symbolized the event’s historic value beyond its intrinsic worth.
Officials urge buyers to invest in war savings stamps as a secure financial move. The program promotes patriotic support and long term value with government backing and steady returns for savers.
The article urges Americans to boost home food production and voluntary conservation to support Allied troops in France Belgium and England. It argues two core facts two million men in service reduce production and that freeing up supplies is essential. It calls Hoover and the Food Administration to push for greater savings and for Americans to send extra food to Europe this year.
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