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Newspaper

Saco Independent

Location

Saco, Montana, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1919

Page

4

School Notes Record Quiet Progress Amid Odd Weather

The Board of Education seeks to keep the school open with strategic pacing in algebra and current events. Honorable mentions go to Astrid Skrittenberg, Herbert Abel, Vera Tinney, Haroldlinney, L. A. Broadbrooks, June West, Idelia Sandlie, Lillian Abel, and Virgil Swanson for perfect papers. A ninth grade U S history debate favored Grant over Lee, judged by Harry Lee, Wallace Riue, and Richard Davis. Thermometer shows 76 degrees below zero while fuel and oil outlooks mix with cultural notes about Esquimaux and tall timber.

Astrid Skrittenberg Herbert Abel Vera Tinney Haroldlinney L. A. Broadbrooks June West Idelia Sandlie Lillian Abel Virgil Swanson Grant Lee Amour Malmin Harry M Malmin Grace Nelson Kenneth Davis Lulu Strain Harry Lee Wallace Riue Richard Davis Esquimaux

Whitewater Notes From a Wireless Correspondent

Local column reports on business trips to Chicago and Valleytown. Teachers Miss Adella Mehls and Miss Lena Aronson plan visits home for the holidays. Several residents move, travel, or change jobs including G F Ahern to Taunton and Wm Corwine joining N J Brandt & Co. A correspondent notes lat long position near 48 10 N 106 W.

South Dakota parties nominate Wood and Wilson for president

The Republication State Convention in South Dakota endorsed Major General Leonard Wood for president amid a strenu ous contest. the Democratic State Convention backed President Wilson for a possible third term and the League of Nations Covenant. Both parties supported the League. Other platforms urged labor reforms, foreign policy restraint, and measures to raise Americanization and economic stability. A Non Partisan League convention endorsed Governor Lynn J. Fra zier for president and suggested Robert La Follette as vice president.

South Dakota Leonard Wood Frank O. Lowdon Illinois Wilson League of Nations Bureau of Farm Management Agricultural Department Non-Partisian League Lynn J. Frazier North Dakota Robert ° la Follette League

Twin sisters sing switch reveals hidden talent

In a small town, Vivian and Virginia Adams scheme to attend a musicale with Miss Emery. Virginia impresses Sergeant West with a powerful contralto, while Vivian pretends to sing. a plan to mentor her collapses when the two sisters swap gowns and voices are revealed. West departs, promising lessons next month.

Vivian Virginia Sociable Sergeant West West McClure Newspaper Syndicate

Lady Astor praised for American self-possession in Commons

London papers discuss Lady Astor’s first Commons appearance. One writer notes her “truly American self-possession” as Llord George and Arthur Balfour appeared nervous. T. P. O’Connor describes the scene with George blushing and Balfour showing shy girlishness.

London Lady Astor House of Commons Llord George Arthur Balfour T. P. O’connor Balfour

Migratory Bird Treaty Act upheld in Arkansas ruling

Federal Judge Jacob Trieber of the eastern district of Arkansas upholds the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act in United States v Thompson of Memphis. The decision preserves Congress power to enforce the treaty with Great Britain to protect migratory birds in the United States and Canada, reversing a 1914 ruling.

Jacob Trieber Arkansas United States E. D. Thompson Memphis Congress Great Britain Canada Trieber Harvey C. Shauver Birmingham Age ‘Herald

Indignant Indian Princess Claims Penn Land Rights

An Indian princess named No-toh-tha-which claims two small Penn reserves near Philadelphia. One parcel 85 by 100 feet under the Ritz Carlton shadow is now paved. The other serves as storage for odds and ends. She filed with the Indian Rights association and may seek aid from the Six Nations of New York.

Philadelphia William Penn Ritz- Garlton Hotel Indian ‘Rights Association Six ‘Nations‘of New York

Millionaires and Nickels Reflect on Soldier Worth

The Baltimore Sun notes Tompkins contrasts soldiers and millionaires, saying heroes deserve more than a nickel. He argues wealth does not measure bravery and recalls a millionaire who valued five cents as the yearly interest on a dollar.

Baltimore Sun

Fortune Teller Questioned About Future Husband Likes

Fragmentary note describes a fortune teller and a party scene asking about a future husband. It mentions questions about preferences and a social gathering. No clear names or places are visible.

Famed New England Family Celebrates Golden Wedding

At Mans field Conn the golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Henry W. Hanks was honored revealing the Hanks family long famed for ingenuity. Notable feats include the first town clock on Hanks hill in 1780 and the first brass cannon and bell in America cast there.

Mansfield Conn Henry W. Hanks Old Hill Rodney Hanks America George R Henry Old Town New England Henry Hanks Illinois New York World

Sardinia Keeps Pastoral Ways Alive in Modern Times

Dr. Alfred P. Dennis reports Sardinia preserves ancient living conditions with water wheels, oxen plows, scythes, and tribal costumes echoing Aryan-era life. Captain G R G Fisher returns from overseas Red Cross service to continue First Aid demonstrations for the Northern Division.

Sardinia Alfred P. Dennis United States Rome Fisher The Red Cross Hie

Doctor E. P. Minnick Listed with Office at Co operative Store

Dr E P Minnick physician and surgeon resides at 27 and maintains an office above the Co operative Store. He is reachable by residence and office contact numbers for medical consultations and visits.

DE E. P. Minnick Co-operative

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Board of Education Sims Ex “Viday Mr. Wampier Ths Whitewater Chicago S. M. “Senniessen Valleytown Adella Mehls Nelson Schies Malta S. E. Simonson J. M. Olson J. B. Johnson G. F. Ahern Taunton Minnesota Wm. Corwine Corwine-Chandler Corporation N. J. Brandt & Co George Green Salmo B. C George Lena Aronson North Whitewater Sacco Blair King Ganyone David Irene Erickson South Whitewater Ashton Idaho S. D Wood Gladys P. Andersen Mrs. Adams Studebaker John K. Bell General Merchant NEW Ensland Family Hanks Chas. E. Behner Glasgow,Montana Maude C. Behner Graduate de Mars School of Optics First National Bank W. D. Miller U. S Saco Montana B. P. Sandlie George T. Stewart Beaverton, Montana Saco Hardware Company Veseth Block Saco 7 Ernest E DR. Cabbage Malte Saco Lodge A. P A.M O. RB. Hawver W. EE Edward Rognas Saco Order of the Eastern Star Masonic Hall Mary B. Lingrey Nellie D. Birum Secy Saco Rebekah Lodge J. L. West N. G Daisy Dewey Whitewater, ‘Montana Mutual Phone
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