01 Jul 1927
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Newspaper
Wolf Point Herald
Location
Wolf Point, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1927
Page
1
The seventh annual Wolf Point Stampede, two weeks away, promises the best and biggest rodeo yet with a strong rider lineup. Riders and performers passing through town for Fourth of July shows vow to return for the three day event. Advertising efforts reach over 5000 pieces. inquiries about regulations and prizes go to secretary O C Johnson.
Sidney correspondence in the Great Falls Tribune last week noted Edna Bell and saddle horses traveling a summer circuit to Alliance Nebraska and other places. The Herald republished the item as general interest. The Herald files show the claim that Edna Bell has never been beaten is in error. At the 1925 Wolf Point Stampede Goodwin Walther beat Mrs. Bell in the women's relay on day one and three.
A Tuesday night crash near the Martin Mitchell farm involved seven people in a new Chevrolet sedan owned by Tom Itami a Chelsea section foreman. The driver a young woman named Fontaine sustained a cut and a bump on the head though no one was seriously injured. The vehicle suffered heavy top damage and left the scene with the rear half flipped. Information on cause was unclear as investigators pursued clues.
Suit to collect 101865.40 on a robbery insurance policy issued to Sheridan county treasurer Big Torstenson was moved from Sheridan county district court to the Great Falls division of federal court. The 1926 county treasury robbery involved over 100000 in cash bonds and securities. claim proof was mailed December 28 but settlement not yet made. Removal granted by Judge S. E. Paul June 16 at the request of surety counsel William H. Clawson and Stewart Brown.
Great Falls Tribune reports the Great Northern railway board met in St Paul to consider permanently abandoning the cross state extension from Sidney to Lewiston. Montana railroad commission denial of a 42 mile extension from Richey to Brockway may block the project, with the ICC concurring. The company may turn over right of way and survey data to Northern Pacific to aid its work.
A large encampment of Poplar Indians gathers at Chicken Hill for a five day celebration starting with the Medicine Lodge dance. Visitors come from Canada Fort Berthold and Fort Belknap reservations. The program includes religious exercises, a Monday parade and grass dance, and a Tuesday July 4 games and sports.
S. J. Peck who ran the Electric Lunch in Wolf Point has sold the business to P. J. Delaney who took possession this week. Delaney from Hensel North Dakota is L L Delaney’s brother and will keep the same staff and style as the previous operator.
An old timers baseball game at Volt diamond drew 800 to 1,000 spectators as Volt defeated Wolves 14 to 13 in a rough but good natured exhibition. Albert Lee umpired well. injuries were minor and nearby stores saw liniment sales surge afterward.
The lack of telephone connections with Vida and the Southside country hinders communication. Until the river is bridged and the wire restrung, those with urgent messages should write them and leave them at The Herald office for transmission.
Mr and Mrs Ed Camrud returned Monday from visiting Mr Camruds father in Fergus Falls and relatives in Starbuck Minnesota They also toured the Twin Cities on business visiting Oldsmobile headquarters which he represents in the area The couple drove home in an Oldsmobile standard sedan via South Dakota and the Black Hills passing the famous game lodge serving Pressfert and Mr Coolidge during the summer season
Mr and Mrs Wm Reed plan a vacation trip to Minnesota and will vacate the front room of their building which is now a plumbing display room. W J Kearney has leased the space and will open his Smoke House there.
Contractor Olson advances the grade and graveling of the business street block between Second and Third avenues. Gravelging began Wednesday and the block is in poor condition requiring extra work. Finishing date is uncertain but planned before the Stampede.
Herald rushes to publish horse roundup details as nine columns of brands and horses would not fit in time. Chaos in backshop delays printing after July 71 roundup notice. staff toiled Thursday night to bring issue to press just hours late. Church attendees from Wolf Point joined Glasgow service and dinner. local birth announcements and social notes close this item.
Postmaster Randall returns from a month away and ranks Detroit as a premier American industrial city. He notes vast chimneys and electric displays in Cadillac Square and praises parks and residences. He observed Ford plants idle for changes to a new model and details his 100 mile drive around Detroit with a Chrysler sedan.
The Brockton sheriff's office recovered a Scrippe Booth automobile stolen from Glaskow. Investigators say the thief abandoned the vehicle after a problem occurred, and it is identified as the property of Gilbert Blackseth.
Mr and Mrs Grover Blake traveled from Los Angeles on Thursday to visit Mr and Mrs C F Risteh and to join the sixtieth wedding anniversary celebration at Tule fth The Makes hosted by longtime residents who have previously welcomed the Blakes. The party arrived after a short, six day journey.
Yandell was the successful bidder awarded the concession at the Stampede grand stand during the Stampede by the American Legion. Jim says he will set up a large stand and offer a complete line of refreshments.
The initial sale of unclaimed and abandoned horses was postponed as notice failed to meet legal requirements. A new sale date is July 11 at the stampede grounds in Wolf Point. A list of held horses will run in two Wolf Point Herald issues and be posted at post offices, courthouse, and local banks.
Colonel Hugh Conway Walker long time Poplar resident and postmaster dies suddenly after heart failure while continuing work. Funeral at Erap by Presbyterian church drew large crowds, with Masons and Eastern Star leading graveside rites. Survivors include widow Anna, sons Harris and William, daughter Mrs Allo Ridaton of Bozeman. Population mourns a trusted figure who helped shape Poplar’s early history.
A dog poisoner has killed five or six pets on the southern portion of town. The act has attracted no support, and residents are urged to confront owners directly if dogs misbehave. LM Clays ton and A W Huxsel offer a $100 reward for information leading to the guilty party’s identification.
J F Pewters assistant general freight and passenger agent for the Great Northern in charge of traffic in Montana visited Wolf Point on Wednesday. He surveyed the traffic situation and called on several business men. He found June business so far exceeded the June 1924 total by fifty five percent.
Charles Gorden of the Commercial club attended Glasgow events as the Montana Grain Dealers association held its first annual convention. Delegates from northeastern Montana and other regions gathered Friday and Saturday, electing a five member board. T. J. Larsen presided, with Lee PA Glasgow welcoming and North Dakota official Lee offering the keynote. new officers include T. J. Larsen president H. Hy Amies vice president Carl Hovland secretary, plus directors Lewis Peterson Roy Cross and others.
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