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Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
LOCAL BUSINESS MAN
WINS HIGH PRAISE

Facts refute the pessimist's cry of
hard times" in Libby in a most pleas
ant way, and justify the high opin-
ion enjoyed by one of our outstand-
ing business men, as indicated by the
following story clipped from the Spo-
kane Chronicle" of last week.
Have Odd Time
Automobile statesmen in large cities
would be hard put to it If they had
to handle small town business in
sparsely settled territory, A. B. Ora
ham, president of Nash Washington
company, said on his return from a
trip through Montana.
Il have in mind especially our dealer
at Libby, Mont, E. E. Jaqueth,' he
said. "Mr. Jaqueth sold 1856 units in
l92299, doing total volume of business
of s286, 900, although Libby has pop
ulation of only 2878. The area he COW
ers is 23,976 square miles, population
averaging one-half to the square mile
Travelling ITO miles to interview pros
pect is nothing unusual"
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12

posed amendment is not only unreal
sonable but impractical and almost i'm
possible to function, there are GER
tain forms to be observed in making
application, the election itself, the post
ing of notices of such election and the
deposit of a certain sum of money, all
of which takes time, necessarily; you
may emagine for yourself what this
would mean if you were compelled to
make some essential and emergency
repairs.
l can't imagine how anyone can
sponsor or support such measure as
that contemplated and with any degree
of sincerity expect or deserve any
success, if indeed they really do My
own impression is, that the entire ac-
ton is the result of unwise and mis-
guided effort and can have no other
effect r4han to hinder the Mbor. of
those who have the interests of the
workmen at heart without selfish mo-
tives.
am in complete accord with Presi-
dent Green of the American Fedora
ton of Labor, who, in referring to the
state of Mississippi, which has not yet
adopted compensation law and still
retains the old system of court trials
for injured employees, deplores the
fact that ambulance chasing attor-
neys were the chief opponents. Bear
in mind, that, to all intents and pur-
poses the provision in the initiative
measure permitting such legal proce-
dure in all cases, is simply reversal
to that old, vicious system, with all its
abuses, and for that reason believe
that the contemplated initiative should
properly be labeled "a bill for the re-
lief of ambulance chasers.'
Respectfully yours,
W. B. M'LAUGHLIN.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
May Play League Game Here.

Charles Petty, manager of the Troy
team of the International League, was
in Libby last week, and in talking to
w. N. Curtis, stated that he contem-
plated League game which would
be played in Libby.
This would be welcomed enthusiast
tically. by large number of Libby
baseball fans who are following the
League games. Several local mound
artist perform for Troy with the In
ternatienals, and it is hoped definite
date for game on the Libby diamond
may be announced soon.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
More Candidates
In Political Race

Vernon Bessey, of the county clerks
office, has announced his filing for the
office of county treasurer on the dem
ocratic ticket. Bessey is an experienced
office man, having been employed for
six years in the J. Neils office, and for
the past two years in the county
clerks office. His experience and
training qualify him for the post he
seeks, as he understands the economies
of such an office and can administer
the duties with dispatch
James NJ Blackboard, pioneer attor-
ney of this city, has announced his
candidacy for the office of county at
torney on the democratic ticket. Mr..
Blackboard needs no introduction to the
voters of Lincoln county, having lived
here and practiced here for many
years. He has served in the capacity of
county attorney two terms, to the
credit of his profession and the bene-
fit of the county.
William Herbert the present county
attorney, announced that he has filed
for reelection, having served Lincoln
county the past two terms; he is a
conscientious and efficient officer and
has the affairs of his office in good
condition. Mr. Herbert is on the re-
publican ticket
Other late filings are A. L. Thomp-
son, democratic ticket, and Henry
Crippen, republican, who seek nominal
tons for county commissioner at the
July primaries. Thompson is long
time resident of this community, hav-
ing engaged in real estate business ir
Libby for many years, and enjoys q
wide acquaintance over the county
Crippin is well-known farmer in the
Bobtail country. and is also a mar
who has many friends.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
Rain Cuts Short
County Picnic

Representatives from Eureka, Rex
ford, Fortine, McGinnis Meadows, Pipe
creek, and Happy's Inn, as well as
large delegation from Libby, attended
the Third Annual County picnic, held
yesterday at Ural Two hundred were
in attendance, which number includes
the fifty band boys Of the Libby School
Boys Band, who delighted the group
with their playing during the picnic
lunch at noon
Miss Nora Hulbush, extension work
er and demonstration, gave twuo talks
and demonstrations during the day,
and the program was richly varied
and much enjoyed. The rain in the late
afternoon hastily terminated the larg-
est and most successful county picnic
ever held.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12

Mrs. Thomas Switzer and Mrs Earl
Switzer were joint hostesses to the
Friday Night Bridge Club Saturday
evening. High score prizes were award
ed Mrs. James Harris and Miss Anita
harris, while Mrs Klenck and Mrs.
hay Rice received the consultations.
Mrs Frank Pillsbury was presented
with the guest prize.
Refreshments were served dit the
conclusion of the play.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
Mrs. Harrrcavcs Entertains.

Mrs. Donald Hargreaves was hostess
to the Three Tvs Bridge club Thurs
day evening Of last week, the party BE-
ing held at the home Of Mrs, J. d.
Hargreaues- High score honors fell 10
Mrs. Eli Wood and the consolation 10
Mrs Ruben Hammond Refreshments
were served
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
Teams Tied in Local League.

Three more games of the Twilight
League schedule have been played off
and result in quite a shake-up' in the
dope as to the possible league win
erS.
Thursday, June 5, the Mill defeated
the Firemen 10 to l, on June 8, Mon
day, the Mill defeated the Business
Men % to 3, and on Wednesday, June
IL, the Firemen and the Pirates played
close game, with the score to 4
in favor of the Firemen.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
Cent A. Pound Planes Rides Popular.

Airplane pilots Carl Schirmer, Cor
don Smith and Pratt are transforming
through this section with two planes
and are in Libby for several days. They
are offering five minute ride at a
cent pound, with hundred pound
minimum required, to anyone who
wishes to go up. This offer being very
reasonable, is enjoying an enthusiastic
response from Libbys air minded
citizens.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12

The members of the Libby Boys
Band, through their director, Harold
Gompf, wish to thank the merchants
of the city for their cooperation in en-
abling them to get their band uniforms
which are ordered, and viii arrive in
a few days.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12

While the figures given in this an
nouncement are preliminary and sub
ject to correction, they are believed to
be substantially correct
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
County Shows
Loss In Population

The Western News is in receipt OF
press announcement, giving the pop
ulation of Lincoln county as shown by
preliminary count of the returns of
the Fifteenth Census.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12

Miss Helen Rowe returned Tuesday
afternoon with her father, Chas. d.
Rowe, from St. Paul. where she was
graduated last Thursday, June S, from
the College of st. Catherine. She was
granted a degree of Bachelor of Sci
ence from the college and received a
diploma in Music the preceding week,
at which time she presented a piano
recital. She also received diploma in
Art
Following is the program played by
Miss Rowe:
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1930-06-12
Attacks Proposed
Compensation Act

Helena, Mont, June 8, 1880.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
rs at Song Rally
In Mercedes

About rs members OF Valley Busi-
ness and Professional Women S
clubs attended the singsong held
last night in Mercedes for the prac-
tice of club songs for the state
federation convention IN the Valley
in June.
Several new songs were presented
and a general rally refreshed the
minds of club members on songs
which will be a part of the con-
vention program.
The program committee held a
brief session and considered the
general program outline which viii
be definitely announced later.
One more general club assembly
will be held before the convention
dates, June 9, 10 and II. Club men,
bers and committees will meet IN
Mercedes Tuesday night. May 27.
for a general get-together. Com
mittees Will make their final re-
ports and all action taken az this
meeting will stand. to be followed
throughout the convention program.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
JAPANESE GARDEN PARTY
H0NORS MISS WHfTEHURST

Miss Gertie Whitehurst. whose an
preaching marriage to Floyd Lang
ford in June ia recently announc-
ed. was honor guest at an especially
attractive japanese garden party
given Saturday evening on the lawn.
Of Mrs. wv. w. Carfuthcr5 home
homo on Indiana street. with Mes
danes $. ". Brandon. W.. W. Car
ruthers and Misses Mary Louise
Hensley and Clara Brandon Is Joint
~hoStesses.
In the lovely setting Of a Japan
csc garden. the lawn had been trans
formed into a veritahle fairyIand
Ct garden flowers hanging baskets
Of fern. roses and beds Of gladioii
japanese lanterns were suspended
from the overhead tree bouehs.
Decorations carried out q lovely
color scheme Of pink ard white.
AS the guests entered the en-
chanted garden through q trellised
archway they were greeted by Misses
Jean Smith and Thelma Smith
who were in turn presented to the
honoree by the following persons
who stood in the receiving line.
Mechanics W. ". Carruthers. S. Y.
Rradon. T. F. Ianeford. T. F..
Smith. W. F. Powell. c. F. Fullick.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
PLANS FOR
EMBLEM

The Business and Professional
Womens club held their regular
weekly luncheon at the Cortez
hotel Tuesday noon.
Twenty members were in attend
ance.
Mesdames Marie Grapperhaus. S.
<. Potts and Annie Ratlif were ap-
pointed as delegates TO attend the
meeting of the Valley Federated
clubs 10 be held at Mercedes Tues
day. May i3, at Mercedes.
Further plans were discussed for
the Emblem breakfast which is to
be given jointly by the Donna and
Weslaco clubs on Tuesday. June 10.
TO delegates attending the State
Convention.
After the luncheon the club men,
bers practiced the songs which are
TO be sung at the convention. and
arranged for a large number of
the members to attend the final
meeting of the clubs Of the Valley
prior TO the convention at Mercedes
Tuesday night.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07

members in response to roll call,
and Mrs. Volney Taylor. retiring
club president. spoke briefly on mu-
sic and the significance Of the pres
ent National Music Week.
Mrs. Brutsche, newly elected
president. gave greetings to the club
members in a clever original poem.
Mrs. Jessie Q. Wheeler. first presi-
dent Of the club. was also paid
special tributes, to which she appro-
priately responded.
Covers were laid for Mrs. Cook
and 20 members Of the club: Mes
danes Sherwood Bishop, M a e
Brutsche. r.. p. Creager, Harbert
Davenport. Willie "A. George, @. w.
Gotke. j. "A. Graham. 4. @. Holli-
day, Lena Gay More, j. "A. Muckel-
roy. r. 3. Putegnat. George Smith,
George Bell, Volney Taylor. Jessie
O.. Wheeler George White, r.. III.
Williams. j. r.. Workman, Miss
Florence Bell and Miss Elsa Wal
ther.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07

OuOSIdLullg.
The sale cleared s67.75, total ex-
perses for the undertaking amount
ing to S27.00. The Girl Reserve or
ganization wishes to thank all bus.-
ness concerns Of the city who DO
mated materials for making the
d%oughnuts, or sold them at reduced
rates.
To date, the girls have turned in
80 Honor Rolls. another source Of
their profits, adding $500 to their
%doughnut receipts. 1t is hoped that
at least 300 honor oils will be sign
ed before the close Of school and
the end Of the contest. Girls win
ming in the contest will be awarded
first. second and third prizes Of
$40, IS, and $3.50 for the signatures
on the rolls. The entire club must
show a net profit of 500 in order
for the girls TO win these prizes.
With the total Of S76l65 now on
hand. 240 more Honor Rolls must
be- signed and turned In to clear
the 500.
Only about IL girls have partici-
pated so far IN the contest and ID
is hoped that other members Of
the organization will try their luck
between now and the time school
closes.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
San Pedro PIT. A.
Closes Year

The Parent-Teacher's Association
of San Pedro school. at its closing
meeting decided to r%econvene Oc-
tober 3, after arranging for the are
of the property during vacation.
The retiring president, Mrs. Yg-
nacia Villareal. was presented with
a handsome basket Of flowers. Ms.
Jesusita Suarez will preside the
coming year. The committee on
improvements includes Mesdames
Elvira Pedraza, Marcelina Trevino,
Modesto Bali, Jesusa Cara, Estef-
ina Esparza and Justa Tapia; at
tendance and charity; Mesdames
Ygnacia Villareal, Marie Suarez and
Melicia Fernandez. Mrs. f. V. Cav
azos is secretary.
The association now numbers 70
members, of whom only two speak
English. The Latin-American lea
que has shown an active interest IN
this school during the year just clos
ing and prospects are bright ior
more and better equipment for the
coming year. OF the census roll OF
alt scholastics only 242 pupils p
rolled in the district this year.
II is hoped that the county health
unit may be enabled to give atten-
ton to this school during the COM
ing year.
The association appreciated the
address given By ST. Montero, Me--
lean consul at Brownsville and MI.
Graham Of the county health unit
and the helpful interest Of Miss
Sailee Tijerina.
J. S. Jennings, who has been re-
elected principal, hopes TO secure
the organization Of All clubs the
coming year.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
Weslaco
AFFAIR HONORS
RRIDE-ELECT

Among the many social affairs
given in honor Of Miss Gertie
Whitehurst whose marriage 10 Floyd
Langford is announced 70 take place
June 20, was a slumber party Sat
urday night given at the home Of
Mrs. I. z. Martin with Mrs. Martin
and Misses Thelma Gound and
Margaret Sheffield as joint hostess
es.
A pink and green color scheme
was carried out n the lavish use
OF pink roses and glsdioli which
gave pleasing expression 70 the
bridal theme which vas in evidence
II all the appointments for the
occasion
The first part OF the evening was
spent in dancing after which fol-
lowed a number or games Of hearts
and bridge.
The high score favor was pres
ented 10 Mrs. r. G Mcconnell and
consolation % Miss Thelma Smith.
These in turn we're presented TO
the bride 70 be.
An attractive salad course. In
which the pink and green motif
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
GIFT SHOWER SENT
TO MISSION HOME

Circles One and TWO Of the Mis-
sicnary society Of the Methodist
church held a joint meeting at the
Methodist church Monday after
noon.
Mrs. w. r. Anderson presided at
tho business session in which re-
ports Of the annual conference held
ct Corpus Christi were given Mes
danes r. w. Glass and George Hoe
fer.
"A shower Of gifts were sent 70
the Methodist Mission home AZ San
Antonio, after which Mrs. r.. n.
Vaughan had charge ar an interest
inr program on Women In the Ru-
raj church. Papers were given BY
different members Of the society.
After the devotional. which was
conducted BY Mrs. 5. Il. King. a So
cial hour vas observed with Mrs.
Hosf- at tie piano.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
Valley School Has
Winners I'm League
Especial u The Herald.I

E(@ ~ $3.50
PHARR. May THE Pharr-San
Juan high school had nine TO en-
ter in the contests held at Austin
last week, and four Of them went
to the finals in the events entered.
IN the senior girls defamation con-
test Miss Madeline Gillespie won
fourth place. Ralph Beck went 70
the finals in the 100 high hurdles
but failed TO take one of the three
places in that event.
Edna Lee Plat and Hilda Cur
It's battled their way 70 the finals
and we're defeated by the Fort
Worth Masonic Home girls. This
is the second year in succession
that the local school has won sec
ond place in girls tennis doubles.
The only other student in the VAL
ley who went TO the finals in any
thing was Lyle Lehman OF tire
Mission high school who won
fourth place in senior boys decla-
nation.
LOOKED THAT WAY
a man and n woman came
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
In Society Circles : A Complete Page for Valley Women ss

". g. Thompson. Phil Dixon. and
Misses Frances Kimbrough, Clara
Brandon and Ada ". Williams.
The beautifully appointed table
with a miniature bride as a center
piece with silver baskets OF pink
and white roses on either side, were
presided over by Misses Louise
Douthitt and Katherine Erwin,
these were assisted by Misses Thel-
Gound, Christine Yarbrough,
Nell Ship and Mesdames Wagers
and Mauloin.
Miss Margaret Sheffield had
charge OF the brides book in which
good wishes for the bride were
written.
Music was furnished throughout
the evening by members Of the high
school orchestra.
A salad and ice course carrying
the pink and white effect vas Serv-
ed 10 one hundred invited guests.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07

was observed. was served at mid
night.
At one o'clock 4 lovely gift was
presented TO the honoree in a novel
way from a table IN pink and green
appointments on which were placed
a miniature bride, a wedding cake
and the gifts.
The sixteen guests spent the night
in Mrs. Martins home and az $50
a. m. were served breakfast or the
lawn.
Invited guests FOR the lovely oc-
casion were. Misses Jean Smith.
Ada v. Williams. Katherine Erwin,
Nell Ship, Mary Louise Hensley,
Clara Brandon, Thelma Smith.
Dimple Averitt. Edith Schroeder,
Christine Yarbrough, Della Crowley,
Louise Douthitt. Hazel Rogers.
Gertie Streurer. and Mesdames W.
G. Thompson. r. 9. Mcconnell, and
w. II. Baxter .jr.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
HOSTESS AT BRIDGE
LUNCHEON AFFAIR

Mrs. John II. Blake was hostess
AZ a lovely bridge luncheon on
Monday at her home on $40 Okla
hcma street.
The rocms and luncheon tables
were attractive in a pastel in q
pastel color scheme carried out with
pink roses. orchid and pink lark
spur and yellow daisies.
After the luncheon a number or
games Of bridge were enjoyed In
which Mrs. r. G. Waters was award
ed high score favor. Mrs. Porter
Davis low, and Mrs. c. M. Sheriff.
cut.
Those enjoying the splendid hos
pitality were Mesdames Bryan Col
lier. Everett Knapp. Richard Aust
in. Harold Vertrees, Harry Carroll,
A. Z. Boyce. r. F. Cummings. Harry
Ridgeway from Donna. and Mes
danes John Warner and w. N. Coe
Jr., from Mercedes. and Mesdames
c. L. Skaggs, r. Newell Waters, j.
r. Tennison. r. C. Waters, j. A.
Knapp. Porter Davis, w. II. Miller.
Chas Sheriff.. Carl Moeller and
Harry Solether from Weslaco.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
REPORT PART OF
PLEDGE PAID

The monthly bushes meeting of
the Worlens Missionary society Of
the Baptist church Monday after
noon with the president. Mrs. w. L.
Forbes IN charge.
In the brief business session which
followed il was reported that half
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
HAVE MAY CLUB
BREAKFAST

Members Of the Business and
Professional Wonaen's club held
their annual MAY club breakfas.
at the Cortez at $50 o'clock Sun
Gay morning.
Guests Of the club were DR.. Luza
Truog who is president Of the Nc
Alien club and Miss Ruth Ewing
OF this city.
After the breakfast the members
in a body attended special services
at the Baptist church.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
T TEsIT FOR

w. II. Mize who for the past yeer
has had the management Of the
Cortez Hotel. accompanied by Mrs.
Mize left Monday for a visit in Mis-
sisSlppi. Mr.. and Mrs. Mize will
return June first 10 San Antonio
where Mr.. Mize viii take the man
agement Of the Blue Bonnet hotel
at that place.
II. r. McAfee who arrived in
Weslaco Sunday from San Antonio.
viii be the new manager OF the
CorteZ.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07

The long table was attractively
decorated in bowls and vases of ra-
dance roses, pink delphinium and
Queen Anne's lace. Mrs. Taylor
presided, and the idea Of National
Music week was followed as the
theme of the program. Names and
remarks on prominent composers Of
the music world we're given by
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
SOCIETY
HOLDS

The Young Ladies Missionary So
ciety Of the Methodist church met
at the home of Mrs. T. w. Glass
Monday night with nine members
present. The president, Mrs. Ray
mond Clifford had charge Of the
business session.
Miss Louise Douthitt conducted
the devotional and mission study on
"All in a Days Work Missions Of
India" was given by Mrs. Raymond
Clifford and Miss Jessie King in
an interesting way.
AT the close Of the meeting re-
freshments were served to the men,
bers.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
Jardin Progress
Club Meets

Twelve members Of the Fl Jardin
Progr--5 club and several guests
met at the home Of Mrs. G. Born
holdt Tuesday afternoon
Miss Dorothy Porter, county home
demonstration agent. was present
and conducted a cooking demon
stration during the afternoon. Re-
freshments were served.
Guests Of the club were Mrs. j.
Heinz. Mrs. Guy Setter. and Mrs.
j. NJ. George.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
KIRGANS : AT
DINNER PARTY

Mayor and Mrs. D. E. Kirgan
were hosts Friday evening at a de-
lightful birthday dinner honoring
Is. II. Ki-5an, father Of Mayor Kir-
gan. on the occasion Of his 18th
birthday anniversary.
Baskets of gladioli arranged with
roses and other garden flowers
formed . lovely floral background
for the affair.
Those enjoying the occasion were
Mr.. and Mrs. G. B. Kirran and Fl.
X. Powell who Is a nephew and Mr..
Kirgan, a sen Of the honoree.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07
Club Holds
Annual Breakfast

Closing social activities for the current club year, members Of the
Learners Club held their annual May breakfast Tuesday morning, with
Mrs. volney Taylor. Mrs. George White. and Mrs Mae Brutsche host
at the country club. Mrs. Taylors mother. Mrs. Thomas I. Cook
OF Dallas. was a guest.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-05-07

Of the pledge to the Baylor Dorm
itory had been paid.
Mrs. z. L. Compere had charge OF
the devotional, in which the men,
bers took part in the interesting dis
cussiOn.