Grand jury call urged in three counties over Judge Utter
The three counties should empanel grand juries and have outside judges, urged by voters and in public speeches, to investigate Judge Utter. Proposed topics include alleged improper influence on nominations, coercive fines, misused funds, and delays from denial of judges. A petition to Governor Stewart seeks outside judges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utter
Vaney
Stewart
Jandee Utter
Opys
Jess
Imad
Andor
Ornor Stewart
et—Malta Enterprise
County Commissioner Term Aims at Voter Approval
The two year term for county commissioners is presented to voters at the August primary. Supporters cite economy efficiency and improved service as key goals, with Joe Hartman named among advocates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Recan
Aungust
Feennatlady Ereby
County Commissioner Announces Four Year Term Candidacy
An incumbent county official declares a four year term run under party guidance. The statement notes eligibility for the August primaries and urges voter support from residents in the county.
County Attorney Candidates Announce Candidacies
The text records declarations from multiple candidates for county attorney including Republican and Democratic contenders. Fred C. Gabriel announces on the Republican ticket pledging oathful service. H L Wolfe Jr joined the Democratic slate with a platform focused on enforcing the law efficiently. W E McGarry also appears in the candidacy notices.
Dudley Jones Announces Run for State Representative
Phillips county voters are told candidate Dudley Jones seeks the State Representative seat in the Republican primary on August 29. If nominated and elected he pledges to back legislation favorable to farming counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips County
Dudley Jones
Candidate for Assessor Seeks Democratic Primary Support
An announced candidate states intent to succeed themselves as Assessor and asks Democratic voters to support them at the August primaries. They declare readiness to stand for election and abide by party wishes in the voting process.
Phil Lips County Treasurer Primary Bid Declared
A candidate announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for treasurer in Phil Lips County subject to voter will at the August primaries. Support and influence from Republicans are welcomed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ereby
Phillips County
Candidate for Clerk of Court Seeks Republican Primary Vote
The candidate for Clerk of Court pledges to run the office without a deputy to save 1080 dollars annually. He notes the primary will be held August 29, 1916, and emphasizes economy and devoted incumbency.
Candidate announcements for sheriff and school superintendent
I. A. Neibauer of Dodson Montana announces candidacy for sheriff on the Republican ticket at the August primaries. Flora Sims announces candidacy for superintendent of schools subject to Republican voters at the August primaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flora Sims
Walter James Charged in Malta Court Bail Granted
Walter James faced first degree murder charges in Judge Wilsons court Malta without bail and was sent to the sheriff for safekeeping. Judge Utter later released him on bail and James returned to his ranch south of town.
Rust Devastates North Dakota Wheat Across Dakotas
North Dakota and northern South Dakota suffer a sweeping wheat rust collapse says Devils Lake mayor A L Johnson. He owns 2000 acres near the crop failure, predicting no harvest and urging farmers to plow under grain to plant next year. He notes Montana shows better yields westward though rust has appeared after crossing state lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
South Dakota
Dakotas
Canada
A. L. Johnson
Devils Lake
E. J. Johnson
Silver Bow
Lcket
Johnson
Butte
Great Falls
Montana
Dakota Line
Havre
Notice of intended claim final proof for homestead land
Emma L. Sommers of Saco Montana filed notice to make final three year proof to establish homestead claim on SW 1/4 Sec 30 and NW 1/4 Sec 31 33 N Range 33 E Montana Meridian. Witnesses: John Denoma John M Tatham Gayton Armstrong William R Tatham. Proceedings before U S Commissioner at Saco Montana. Registered Thomas R Jones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nori-Coal
Department of the Interior
U. S. Land Office
Glasgow
Montana
Emma L. Sommers
Saco
Range
East
Meridian
WD. Miller
Come
Mort
Crutcher Heirs File Homestead Proof Notice at Glasgow
U S Land Office Glasgow Montana July 21 1916 announces Alice B Crutcher for the heirs of Thomas E Crutcher deceased of Chicago Ill has filed intent to make three year proof to establish land claim NEY Sec 15 T32N R33E Montana Meridian before Register and Receiver at Glasgow Sept 15 1916 Witnesses listed from Saco Malta and Havre and local items note county fair dates and social mentions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of the Interior
U.S. Land Office
Glasgow
Montana
Alice B. Crutcher
Thomas E. Crutcher
Sheridan Road
Chicago
Ill
Ney
Township
Range
Meridian
C. ¥. Broadbrooks
C .W. Hunter
Arthur Birum
A. C. Boone
R. P. Minnick
A. E
Saco
Mont
Thomas R. Jones
Phillips County in the Lead for Montana Ore Output
United States Geological Survey confirms Phillips County tops Montana in ore tonnage and ranks high in silver and gold production. The Little Rockies mines employ hundreds, boost local farmers, and promise rising wealth despite limited rail access and power. B. D. Phillips is a key figure in developing the county’s mining industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips County
United States Geological Survey
Montana
Little Rockies
B. D. Phillips
Notice of Homestead Final Proof for Ole L Lowe
Ole L Lowe of Saco Montana filed intent to make final three year proof to establish his land claim in sections 32 and 33 township 34 north range 33 east Bed Mont Meridian. Proof set before U S Commissioner G F Ahern at Walsh Montana on Sept 2 1916. Witnesses William Lau Andrew Strommen Ole C Olson Anna Harbitz all of Saco Montana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of the Interior
U. S. Land Office
Glasgow
Montana
Ole L Lowe
Sacco
N. BR
N. Range
Mont Meridian
G.F. Ahern
U. S
Olat Walsh
Nunes
William Lau
Andrew Strommen
Ole C. Olson
Anna Harbitz
Saco
Thomas R. Jones
Shurch Announces Next Sunday's Services and Pastor Transition
The notice lists 10.30 Sunday School 8:00 Song and Sermon. Mr Hollis will continue regular services at Saco until the new pastor arrives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollis
Saco
Cattle Trade Seen as Alternative to Wheat in Dakotas
The Mandan Daily Pioneer notes poor crops across North Dakota Minnesota and South Dakota. A. F. Dennis of Dennis and Hewitt Transfer Co. of Flasher sold his share in March and bought 11 milch cows. He moved them to his Timmer area farm despite crop failures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
Minnesota
South Dakota
Northwest
Mandan
Stock Raising Plans Highlight Mandan Farm News
Dennis says his stock will dominate farm work as he increases shipments of cream to the Mandan creamery. He notes monthly income from stock rising from sixty to seventy five dollars and reports frequent trips to Timmer in his Ford to sell cream.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tention
Mr. Dennis
Timmer
Mandan
Flasher Herald
Pleasant Valley Residents See Routine Local Movements
J Pugh helped J D Wilkes cut grain with a new binder. Ervin Wilkes returned from Wisconsin Wednesday night. A Genneken completed a new house for E Wilkes. Wm Genneken returned home Sunday after summer work for W H Martin. Turney family visits Grand View ranch. J D Wilkes and son visited Saco Wednesday and Thursday. Mr Johnson visited Grand View ranch Sunday. Mr and Mrs Janzow and children and Mrs Eckedahl and sister visited Sunday. Mrs J D Wilkes and visitors went to Wooldridge Sunday. Wm and John Genneken visited Al Rider ranch Sunday. Mr and Mrs A Genneken and family shoppers at Saco Monday. Surveyors busy surveying the region this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Pugh
J. D. Wilkes
Ervin Wilkes
Wisconsin
A. Genneken
E. Wilkes
Wm. Genneken
W. H. Martin
Victor Turney
Grand View Ranch
Turney
Saco
Johnson
Charles Janzow
Eckedahl
Wooldridge
John Genneken
al Rider Ranch
Plymoth Rock Poultry Sale Ad Near Bjornberg
Twenty young hens and roosters sixty spring chickens all thorough bred Plymoth Rocks offered by J. H. Borst near Bjornberg in a quick sale.
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J. H. Borst
Bjornberg
Local Residents and Visitors Reported Around Saco
John Hurley for Judge and Brown for Attorney General featured in political notices. Dozens of residents from Saco and nearby towns such as Vandalia Hinsdale Malta and Beaverton were seen in town this week on business visiting friends attending meals and shopping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hurley
Jim Corcoran
Vandalia
Saco
Brown
Height
Beaverton
Calvin Pippin
Dan Garrison
Valleytown
Charles Grahaam
W. H. Frazier
Hinsdale
Forrest Crutchfield
Roy Beavers
Pearl Jones
Sacco
Edna Cardwell
Malta
Whiteside
Kallispell
George Greve
J. R. McAllister
Marshal Hotel
A. J. Scofield
Elbow Lake
Minn
Hurley
P. A. Huntley
Lower Whitewater
E. R. Kahla
Harvey Hemming
Black Rust Hits Canadian Wheat Fields North of Phillips County
Reliable reports say the black rust disease has damaged vast wheat patches in Canada north of Phillips County. The text notes wartime harvest readiness and urges community support for soldiers, inviting residents to a dance Tuesday night August 29 to raise funds for comforts for troops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Phillips County
Wendell Cutting
Fort Douglas
Utah
Saco
United States
Taxpayers Charged With Jury Costs and Misconduct
An expose critiques Judge Utter over district court spending in Phillips county since 1915. It cites juror fees totaling 5891.30 with high per juror costs, unused jurors, and costly picnics. It accuses the judge of campaigning through overstaffed terms and six weeks of inactivity costing taxpayers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S’ulurps County
Utter
Phillips County
Judge Utter
Lovejoy
Sheridan
Valley
Malta
Fire at The Saco Fir Good Work Reported
A fire incident at Saco Fir building caused room damage but crews contained the blaze quickly. No injuries reported and investigators will determine the cause. Local fire units and responders coordinated efforts at the scene.
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Saco
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Utter Bat” P
Liti- 3
Joe Hartman
IR County
C. C Mills
Fred C. Gabriel
H L. Wolfe, JR
W. E. McGarry
I. A. Neibauer
Dodson, Montana
James
W. G. Bremner
John Harley
Ben Phillips
Emersons Wahn
Saeco
Thinkwerk
Phillips County Fair
Dodson
E. J.caaht
G. F. Ahern
Walsh
Sacoo
A. E. Easton
Angleberg Ranch
Edwards
C. E
Hazel Hunter
Clara Holman
Minneapolis
Alma Grytdahl
Birum
Rhoda Nelson
Ida Erickson
Messrs Porter
Vegan
Carroll
Jos. H. Dychtowicz
Pleasant Valley
Ben Richardson
Daugler
Edith
Ike McColly
Hugh Brookie
Beaverton Country
Cardwell Ranch
B. R. Richardson
W. G. Schneider
Richard
Wagner
Baby
Joe Albus
Whitewater
John Tatham
Whitewater Country
Richardson
Mr. Hanscomb
G. W. Nelson
W. D. Miller
McAllister
Marshall
Atte
Chel
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