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The Sanders County Independent-Ledger (Thompson Falls, Mont.), 11 April 1918, located at <http://montananewspapers.org/lccn/sn86075282/1918-04-11/ed-1/seq-1/>, image provided by MONTANA NEWSPAPERS, Montana Historical Society, Helena, Montana.
#at.tbtrs touttig 3ittbrprti1irrt-.711:: REACHES MORE SANDERS COUNTY READERS THAN ANY OTHER PAPER THE SANDERS COUNTY LEDGER, VOL. 14; NO. 8. WOULD CHANGE COUNTY SEAT LOOKS AS THOUGH FIGHT WILL BE MADE AT FALL ELECTION. COMMITTEE WILL INVESTIGATE Long Expected Contest Given Im- petus by Offer of McGowan Heirs to Donate Build- ing Site. A movement on the part of the people of Plains to again contest for the county seat, which has been the subject of considerable rumor during the past month, took on more defi- nite shape Tuesday evening when a public meeting was held to discuss the matter. The result was the ap- pointment of an executive committee which will thoroughly investigate the feasibility and practicibility of mak- ing the attempt at the election this year, and report at a foture meeting, when the question will be settled. The movement, which has been generally conceded, would be at- tempted at some time in the future, has been given impetus by an offer recently made by Mrs. Ida Marotz, executor of the estate of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. A. McGowan, in which she proposes to present the block known as \Courthouse Square\ to the town for park purposes with the provision that is case the county scat is removed to Plains it shall become the property of the county for the court house. The meeting Tuesday evening was called to find out what the consen- sus of opinion might be in regard to such a contest as would undoubt- edly result from an attempt to cure the county seat. If reports are correct, the sentiment was that it is a case of getting it now if it is ever to be obtained, because of the activ- ity of the people around Poison' and Ronan toward forming a new county which would take in part of. the res- ervation now in Sanders county, along with a part of Flathead and Missoula counties. Many of those present thought it extremely prob- able that the next session of the leg-- islature will act favorably on the division, and Plains would then be so far from the center of this coun- ty as to forever prevent . hv from . se- curing the desired change. The committee which will consid- er the legal, Political and financial aspects of the situation, consists of G. W. Larse, E. L. Johnson, C. S. Robison, J. M. Self, Floyd Boehler, G. C. Gregory and C. H. Rittenour. They expect to take plenty of time to look at the proposition from all angles, and if they decide that there is a good chance of success and that the expense can be properly carried, will recommend the contest. If it looks unfavorable or not worth the cost, they will doubtless not hesitate to say so, and in either event it is more than likely that the committee's decision will be the decision of the town in the matter. ' It will be remembered that when Sanders county was formed from Missoula county, the enabling act provided that Thompson Falls was to be the county seat until an elec- tion was held and to offset this the new county officers Were chosen from I'lains. In the contest that fol- lowed, Plains was defeated by a mar- gin of 73 votes and the county scat has remained at Thompson Falls since that time. The brunt of the fight gt that time was borne by J. A. McGowan for Plaids and by Edward Donlan for Thompson Falls and each one offered generous inducements for the support of his town. There is no doubt. that such a con- test at this time will provoke a hard fight, and it will be necessary for -Plains to secure two-thirds of the vote cast if she is to win. She ex- pects strong support from the reser- vation country, which was not opened up at the time of the . ,f ‘ orw fight, but the business'tireff' - recognire that even with that i there is,Altaf„d„handi- , cap to overcome and do not propose to go ahead without a careful can- vass of,,,,,the situation. Mrs. L. A. Mosher, who has been been visitingior several weeks at the ),me pf her mother, Mrs. A. Florin, ▪ let for Spokane Thursday. SEN. DWIGHT WILL SPEAK Added Attraction for Whitepine Silver Medal Contest Saturday. Senator Reuben Dwight of Pernta, has consented to deliver a patriotic talc at the Silver Medal contest which will be held at Whitepine Sat- urday evening. The officers feel that this feature will add considerable in- terest to the meeting and hope that the speaker will be shown the cour- tesy of a large audience in appreci- ation of his acceptance of the invita- tion. 'In addition to the Silver Medal contest, an L. T. L contest will also be held and the customery social hour and refreshments will follow the program. Everyone is urged to attend. CELEBRATE LIBERTY DAY Trout Creek Council of Defense Plans Gathering on Evening of April 20th. The Trout Creek Community Council of Defense has announced a Liberty Day gathering to be held Saturday evening, April 20th. The event will be celebrated by patriotic addresses by Sen. Reuben Dwight of Perma, Jas. Self of Plains, and S. G. Skulason of Thompson Falls, fol- lowed by dancing and supper. The idea is to arouse interest in the various war activities and to pre- vent the enthusiasm which has been in evidence from lagging. The pro- cegds front the dance will be given to the Red Cross. NO MORE PARADES Public Demonstrations Stopped for Duration of War, Except by Permission. An order has just been issued by the State Council of Defense that no more parades, processions or pub- lic demonstrations, with the excep- tion of funerals, shall be held on the streets or public places without special permission of the goveralor, nntil the end Fir& war. This order is made t prevent riots and breaches of the piace, and the sheriffs are ex- pected to see that it is strictly com- plied with. SCHOOL ELECTION LIGHT A. Mitchell and D. H. Near Chosen to Succeed Themselves as Trustees. With no contests or bond issue at stake, the annual election of school trustees in District No. 2 went off very quietly Saturday afternoon. A. Mitchell was chosen to succeed him- self for the 3 -year term and D. H. Near was elected to complete the term to which he had been appointed. Mrs. F. S. Hoagland received one vote for the 3 -year term. The total vote cast was 53. WILL ELECT NEW OFFICERS Parent- Teachers Will Hold Annual Business Meeting Next Wednesday. The annual election of officers of the Parent-Teachers association will be held at the assembly room of the public school next Wednesday eve- ning. A short program, consisting of a solo by F. E. Walchli, a read- ing, \The Red Cross Dollar\ by W. A. Kirby, and a demonstration by the pupils of Mrs. Fox's room, will pre- cede the business meeting. All mem- bers of the association are urged to bt present. EPISCOPAL SERVICES SUNDAY Easter Program Which Had to Be Postponed Will Be Given at This Tigae. i\ The Easter program which was an- nounced for UV Sunday at the Epis- copal church, but was postponed be- cause of illness which prevented the pastor from being present, will be given next Sunday. Morning and evening services will be conducted by Rev. J. C. Evans of Hamilton and the special music will be ren- dered as given ont in our last issue. NOTICE I purchased a white pig in Novem- ber and a red pig in December, 1917, from a lady who stated that - she re- sided toward WhItepirie. This lady came to my home across the river from Thompson Falls, near Dry Creek, and sold me the pigs. I am now charged with stealing these pigs and would ask that this lady write to me at once so I may establish my innocence. WILL SWIFT. THOMPSON FALLS, MONTANA, THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 1918 - Y i 3'7 LIBERTY BONDS. d \SO THAT GOVERN NI:1NT OF 1 THE PEOPLE BY THE PEOPLE, AND FOR THE PEOPLE SHALL NOT PERISH FROM THE EARTH\ 1 1 I 11 1 ANNUAL CLEANUP FOR NEXT WEEK MAYOR PROCLAIMS WAR ON TIN CANS AND RUBBISH ARMY. - EVERYONE EXPECTE) TO pq Slackers Will Have to Pay for Hav- ing Work Done and May Have $50 Fine Assessed for Good Measure. Mayor S. A. Hurlburt 'has official- ly designated next week, April 15th to 20th inclusive as the annual clean- up week for the town of Thompson Falls and all citizens will be expect- ed to get busy with rake, hoe and shovel and remove the rubbish and waste which has accumulated during the winter. At the council meeting Wednesday night Marshalll Jack Proilty was in- structed to see that town ordnance No. 22 is carried out to the letter, and those who fail to dispose of their tin cans, ashes and other trash which is wont to litter up the back yards and alleys are liable to find that it has been done for them; with costs assessed against their proper- ty, and perhaps a $50 fine will be imposed to inspire a stricter regard for the majesty of the law. It is hoped, however, that such measures will not be necessary, but that each one will take it upon him- self to do his part to improve the appearance of the town, safeguard the health of the community and eliminate the danger from fire. A strict observance of the week will go far toward harmonizing the works of man with those of nature, and will be worth whatever extra effort it may require. Several other matters of impor- tance were also disposed of at 'the council meeting. The ordnance for- bidding street meetings without per- mission of the mayor was passed and the tax levy for -the year was fixed at 10 mills—the same as last year. It was also decided to permit anyone who so desired to make use of the unused streets of the town for gar- den purposes provided permission is obtained front the street and alley committee, Messrs. Peterson and Wicksell. The election returns 'were official- ly canvassed with the same result as was announced in Oast Ciddititpst week. S. 1.11tribirri tired duly elected as mayor and Messrs. Wickserl, McKee' and McCurdy as aldermen. The term of office of the new men commences with the May meeting at' which time appointments will be made for the following town offices: Attorney, clerk, treasurer, health officer, police magistrate, mar - shall and street commissioner. MUST FURNISH MORE SOLDIERS ELEVEN MEN WILL RE SUM- MONED LATTER PART OF MONTH. CAW LEWIS MEN ON WAY ELI Array Department's Change of Plans Means Quicker Movement of Troops in and Out of Cantonments. The change of plans, whereby the gOsternment will send troops to the assistance of the allies for immedi- ate service and will call additional men to the training camps to take their places means that Sanders coun- ty, along with all other parts of the country, will be called upon to fur- nish its quota of 80 men much soon- er than had been announced hereto- fore, and already orders have been received by the local board that 11 men must be furnished within five days after April 26th. An examination of the list of reg- istrants shows that the following Class A men are next in order and notices will be sent Out for them as soon as definite orders are received as to the date of entrainment: Walter V. Eplin, Larchwood Peter Patin, Dixon Elmer H. Umholtz, Hot Springs Peter Fladness, Arlee Swanson Penn, Thompson Falls Edward L. Phillips, Sloan Geo. B. Lafbloom, Cloquet, Minn. James K. McCallum, Dixon Nicholas Maillett, Hot . Springs Raymond R. Ross, Perma Harry Green, Whitepine - William B. Smead, San Diego, Cal. Francis J. Lorin, St. Paul, Minn. Fred L. Thayer, Belknap No credit for volunteer enlist- ments is being given as yet, although it is probable that this will be done before the full draft of 800,000 men is completed. If this is done the county's quota will he materially re- duced as the enlistments have been numerous since the former draft was made. The idea now, however, seems to be to get sufficient men to bring all units to full strength and it is impossible to determine how many are necessary for that purpose. That the promise of immediate assistance to the allies is being ful- fillecLis . indicated by the movement f troops from Camp Lewis to east - %ru t , Amalie. Friday and Saturday. Three train loads passed over the Northern Pacific, and it is said that similar activities were noted over the Milwaukee and Great Northern lines. Several of those sent from this county were undoubtedly among these contingents, but a great many have been transferred to different departments and are either already aeross or at other camps. The boys THE INDEPENDENT -ENTERPRISE, • FOUR -MINUTE SCHEDULE List of Those Who Will Speak at Rex Theatre During Remain- der of , Month. Chairman F. 'I_. Austin of the local Four -Minute committee has announc- ed the following list of speakers for the remainder of the month at the Rex theatre: Sunday, Apr. 14—S. G. Skulason. Tuesday, Apr. 16—C. M. Jeffery. Thursday, Apr. 18 -- - Rev. F. E. Dodds. Sunday, Apr. 21- 7 .A. S.. Ainsworth. Tuesday, Apr. 23—H. 0,...$4ind Thursdai, *pr 25—T. A. Reviler. Sunday ; Apr.. 28—H. A. Abernethy Tuesday, Apr. 30--,S. G. Skulason. 'The list of subjects cannot be giv- en at this time as it has not been received front headquarters, but the Liberty I.oan will continue to occul- t ly the attention of the speakers un- til the present drive is completed, and as has been the case in the past pertinent and timely topics will be assigned as the developments of the war suggest. A great deal of valuable informa- tion concerning the country's war activities is being given out by these speakers and the respectful attention wich is accorded their brief addresses testifies to the interest the public is taking in the trend of affairs. LIST OF MARCH CHECKS Pend d'Oreille Report Shows In- crease in Receipts From County. The March report of cream checks in excess of $50 issued by the Pend d'Oreille creamery shows a favor- able increase for this county over the report for February. The latest quotation for butter -fat is 44c for sour and 46c for sweet. Following is the list: C. E. Burch, Perma $75.61 Percy E. Gray, 76.07 F. Gustine, Perma 52.92 Jos, M. Johnson, Dixon........_ 54.61 Tony Andrews, Tuscor_......_ 85.69 Ftank,..twaert ) Hensuit.i.--- 56.71 - Miller & Rosenthal, Thompson 89.98 C. S. Norton, Whitepine—____ 62.92 Geo. E. Graham, Whitepine FOUR WOBBLIES PICKED UP Obstreperous Organisers Lodged in Jail — Making Trouble .at Logging Camps. Four troublesome Wobblies were picked up Tuesday.and lodged in jail where they are awaiting a prelimi- nary hearing. Two of them were picked up at McDonald where they attempted to take possession of the Vic French camp during his absence, and the others were nabbed at Plains for raising disturbances. All of them were arraigned be- fore Justice Nippert Wednesday, but took 24 hours in which to plead, and were held under $1000 bonds. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Garred arrived Tuesday and is visiting with relatives in town. Joe has enlisted in the ra- dio department of the navy and ex- pects to be called about the first of May. Two brothers-in-law, John arid Mike Schroeder have also enlisted in the same branch. Mrs. Garred will make her home with her sister, Mrs. Ed. Florin, during his absence. 32 U ti 32 32 22 U 22 32 22 U U 32 32 a • RED CROSS NOTES 38 U • UUU 28 22 112 U St U U 22 A pieced quilt has been donated to the Red Cross by Mrs. Nettie Mc - Keel. Trinity Guild met Thursday after- noon and hemmed several towels as well as tieing a quilt for the Red Cross, Next Tuesday the work room will be open in the evening until after the picture show and coffee, tea and cakes will be served. This is the first of what is to be a regular every other week event, and the committee expects it to attract a large number of workers. The dance at the Power company's office Satordax evenimi attracted a rather small crowd, owihg to the fact that, t.wrts planned on such short notice that it could not he sufficiently advertised. Those present, however, report a very pleasant time, and $5.50 was netted for the work fund. have been in training for six months and should be ready to receive the finishing touches under the instruc- tion of English officers. , VOL. 2; NO. 48, LIBERTY BONDS SELL RAPIDLY CAMPAIGN STARTS BETTER THAN IN PREVIOUS ISSUES. COMMMEES DOING GOOD WORK Quota Will Be Oversubscribed if Over Confidence Can Be Kept .__. From Holding Up the Drive. EASY PAYMENT PLAN 5 per cent May 4th 20 per cent May 28th 35 per cent July 18th 40 per cent August 15th The Third Liberty Loan drive started off in good shape on Saturday and although 110 public demonstn.• lion was made as was done in some communities, the committee for the wtstern part of the county reports that satisfactory progress is being Made thus far. No official reports are being made of the pledges receiv- ed, but it is believed that the quota will undoubtedly be reached before the time limit expites—it is sure to be if the present pace is maintained. Committees are at rk in all the communities y to the state line as follows: Eddy—Mrs. Fred Mass. Belknap—Mrs. G. M. Stevens, Jes- se Barrett. Whitepine—J. F. Winn, J. -P. Wag- ner, Mrs. A. C. Whalen Alger—Mrs. If. C. Cullom. 'remit Creek and Larchwood--Mrs. J. L. Adams, Elmer Kay. Tuscor—Mrs. M. L. Swett. Noxon—Mrs. Geo. Buck, Maridn Heron—Hy Schwindt. No reports have as yet been re- ceived from other parts of the county- • but good organizations of tiorkers — have been perfected and little fear is expressed as to the outcome. The.. committees plan to continue their ef- forts up to the last minute in the • hope that the allotment will be well oversubscribe'a. While definite figures on the prog- ress of the national campaign have not been given out from Washing- ton, reports from private sources all, over the country indicate that the subscriptions are being made much faster than during the previous cam- paigns, and the success already seenis assured. Many towns raised their al- lotments on the first day and others are reporting that the quotas have already been doubled. The comparative case with which sales axe being made is attributed to - a number of reasons—the experience, gained during former drives, the or- ganizations perfected previously, the advantage gained from the advertis- ing and a better general understand- ing of the purposes of the loan. The main reason, however, is generally thought to be because of the more vital interest which has been aroused by the showing of strength which the enemy has made during the past few weeks and the growing activity of our own soldiers on the western front. The drive will continue until next Thursdky and there is no limit on the amount that may be sold as in the previous issues. If you think you cannot afford a bond, glance at the easy payment plan at the head of this column and you will prob- ably be able to figure out a way to buy at least a small one. COMING—THE REX THEATRE, TUESDAY, APRIL 23 \THE KAISER, the Beast of Ber- lin\. This is one photopely that every red-blooded American should see—no exceptions. About 300 peo- ple paid admission to see \The Birth of a Nation—the greatest piettilt • \ the Rex has . eler. sbown—at ptieelt• ' • from' 50c tp . $1.00. , Wg wish , to state that you \have 'never seen a greater or more timely play than THE KAISER, the Beast of Berlin\. We are making_the prices such that every man, w - igman and child can afford to see it. Admissions Will hildren 25e, phis tax of le; adults 50c, plus tax of Sc. Don't miss this 'wonder - huh play—distance should make no difference. There will be three shows —3:15 0. m., 7 p. m. and.9 p. T., rail- road time. .14 0 ,W,0111, t
