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Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
Libby Opens
biCentennial
Celebration
Charming Program Pre-.
scented Monday Afternoon
by School Pupils.
SENATOR ROWLAND
DELIVERS ADDRESS

The first public exercise in Libby in
honor of the 200th anniversary of the
birth Of George Washington was pre-
scented Monday afternoon in the Junior
High auditorium to an audience that
filled all available room, with stand
ing space At premium. The program
was highly pleasing throughout and
held the interested attention of the
large audience.
The opening number was the singing
of america by the audience, with
accompaniment by the American Le-
gion- Moose band. This was followed by
a prettily executed English folk dance
of the period of 1892, by pupils of Miss
Lanes grade. Ruth Rice and
Gladys Maiden were the ladies' and
Elizabeth Dwinelle and Jean Richard
son the gentlemen.
A number of pupils from Miss Liebe's
grade gave the flag salute, which is
regular morning exercise in the grades.
This was impressive and is potent in
insulating patriotism in the hearts of
the young pupils. Ivan Sage gave
Americas Greed and Robert Nolop told
why we salute the flag In the flag
salute were Florina Johnson, Josephine
Crotteau, Dorothy Bassaraba, Evelyn
Clough, Dorothy Larson, Donald Shau-
rette, Richard Wick, Clifford MetcaH,
Wayne Johnson, Borgheld Rolsett
An unusual number was the playing Of
several selections-tunes of Washing
tons day--by harmonica band, COM
posed of two or three dozen pupils of
Miss Staudacher's and Miss Haubricks
grades The next number was the play
ing of America" by the band.
A one-act play by two pupils from
Junior High proved very pretty as
well as humorous act George and
Martha Washington were pictured as
lfe-size portrait in modern home. In
this act George and Martha came to
life and stepped out Of the picture into
the room and began to investigate the
modern inventions they found in the
home, such as electric lights, vacuum
sweeper, radio and photograph, while
autos on the street were an unceasing
wonder to them. This act was directed
by Miss Knarr and the actors were
Harold Martin and Dorothy Sleizer.
The owners of hte home were Claire
Parker and Joyce Daggett.
The band again pleased the audience
Continued on page 81
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
Will Develop
Large Acreage
For Dairy Farm
Glen Oneal Is Clearing Tract Between
Libby and Granite Creeks-Will
Irrigate Part of II.

Those interested in the development
of farming land around Libby will be
pleased to learn that Glen Oneal, feel
ing the need of expanding his dairy
business, has secured by lease and pur-
chase from the state and the lumber
company, several hundred acres of land
three to four miles east of Libby. This
acreage lies along Libby and Granite
creeks and borders on the Kalispell
highway. About 800 acres of the tract
can be irrigated and Mr.. Oneal says
he will turn this land into grain, hay
and dairy ranch.
Clearing started last fall and will be
continued this spring, SO that quite an
acreage will be ready for the pillow this
summer.
Mr.. Oneal says that he thinks this an
excellent time to develop raw lane
for not only is land cheap and labor
plentiful but the workingman is abou
SO per cent more efficient and trust
worthy than before the hard times hi
the country.
The Oneal family will continue tt
reside at their present location ives
of town
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
maniCkc School
Observes Popular
Anniversary
Large Number Gather to Honor Mem
ory of Great Patriot-Exccllcnt
Program Presented.

The George Washington program
given at the Manicke school on Mon
day, sponsored by the Home Demon
stration Club of that vicinity, was in
deed great success.
Cars and sleighs began to arrive as
early as 1890 a. m. Parents of the IL
pupils as well as all neighbors were
invited The club supplied all with a
bountiful meal--ice cream and every
thing. Fully SIS were present and the
program following dinner, was one
long to be remembered 1t was patri-
otto in ever respect The teacher, Miss
Brown, has certainly trained her pu-
pills wonderfully well, and the many
songs and recitations given by them
were well rendered, almost unbelieve-
able for such little tots, showing much
painstaking work on the part of Miss
Brown. Rev. Sanford gave good talk
on the subject of the day, while Mr..
Shales played patriotic airs on the
slide trombone, accompanied on the
organ by Mrs. H. J. Fowler. Commu-
nifty singing of patriotic songs was
enjoyed, and surely the wild life in
that particular vicinity must have
known something out OF the ordinary
was taking place as the woods rang
with song and music from this en-
thusiastic gathering. Mrs. c. E. Gil
bertson gave short George Wash
ington recitation in the broken Scandi-
navian dialect which pleased the kid
dies as well as the grown ups. MIR.
Bowers brought many photographs Of
;,+aroc+ If Mount Vernon and pertain
ing to the life Of Washington, having
visited in that locality many times. The
American flags were in prominence IS
well as beautiful pictures Of Washing
ton and large picture of Washing
tons birthplace adorned the walls,
So much food stuff was provided by
the Thompson-Fisher Rivers Demon
stration Club that enough was left tor
the following days school lunch and
the balance distributed to the needy
in the vicinity. All in all, It was de-
cidedly successful affair.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25

The following article, written by one
much interested in local relief work,
explains in some detail the work now
being done to provide relief for the
needy in this city.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
SISTER OF LIBBY MAN
KILLED IN AUTO ACCIDENT

MIR. and Mrs. Fred Cloutier and Mr..
Clouher's two sisters, Alice and Ar
lene, left Monday evening for Portland,
Or, called by the death of Mr.. Clou-
tiers sister, Mrs. Talbot of that city.
Mrs. Talbot died from injuries received
IN an automobile accident. Her jugular
vein was cut and she died within a
few minutes after the accident.
The automobile in which MIS-, Tai
bott was riding with her husband, two
children and friend collided head
on with another machine, which was
demolished, but whose driver and oc-
cupants disappeared The others in the
Talbot machine were uniniured.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
Washington Tea
By WOman'S Club
Is Pretty Affair
Colonial Costumes and Program Appro-
PIRATE to That Period Of Our History
Pleases Audience.

A LITE afternoon tea, served by candle
light was sponsored by the Women's
Club Monday afternoon in honor Of
the bicentennial birthday of George
Washington. Special guests were the
club women from Troy, Mrs. ]. B. Far
ris, president; Mrs. Henry Wiedner,
Mrs. F. r. Baggs, and Mrs. D. T. Woods.
AS each guest entered she was met
by two little maids in colonial cos
tune who took her wraps Two small
boys in corresponding dress acted as
ushers
Mrs. Walter Neils, Mrs Leo WEIGH,
Mrs. Christensen Mrs Bolyard, and
Mrs. Erford Jaqueth brought down
from the attic the colonial dress Of
Observation-Disclosures Pow
dered hair and patches, hooped-gowns
and buckled slippers made these ladies
slip back into the candle lighted past.
AS hostesses the Colonial Danes were
not surpassed
In entertainment, the Mesdames Wick,
Krall, L. J. Olson, and collars, formed
quartette, giving delightful interpre-
tations of colonial songs. There were
colonial maids, in costume. Mrs. Far
ris, Mrs. Hough and Mrs. Barkee ap-
peared in authentic costumes of bond
maids of the era. They were assistants
to the hostesses.
Mrs. WEIGH, Mrs. Bolyard and Mrs
Christensen presided over the tea table
which was made most attractive by a
beautiful cloth and silver service.
Six little dancers from Miss Fousek's
grade, and the Betsy Ross players from
Miss Lanes room, made quite an i'm
preston. Mr.. Orr gave a new slant on
the life Of Washington. In his talk he
brought out the first presidents life as
it was affected by his association with
his mother, his wife, and his step
daughter. 1t was discovered that these
women played huge part in the de-
velopment of Washingtons character
Mrs. Joughin and Miss Inez Ratekin
had complete charge of the program
The hostesses and the assisting maids
the costumed children, and the candle
light gave an air of distinction to the
whole affair.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
Libby Pioneers
Enjoy Another
Pleasant Affair
Large Number Gather and Pass Happy
Time in Dancing and Merry Making
Officers Elected

The regular annual meeting of the
Libby Pioneers was held in Woodman
hall on February IS. The following
officers reelected; Mrs. S. G. Ratekin,
president; Mrs. Tom Switzer, vice pres
ident; Mrs. VIM. Brad, secretary; Mrs
John Peay, treasurer, and Mr.. A. c.
Herbst member of board
New members are: Mr.. and Mrs. T..
G. Klenck, Mr.. and Mrs. j. X. Dwin-
nellie, Frank Baney, Mrs. l. G. SperTy,
Jack Ratekin, Inez Ratekin, Warren
Brown, and William Schneider.
After the business meeting pro-
gram was enjoyed.
Mrs DWinelle sang two selections In
charming manner with Miss Inez Rate
kin at the piano after which Timothy
Miller paid tribute to Washington by
reading an interesting paper on the
birth of Washington.
After this the evening was given
over to dancing.
Some declared they did not care
about dancing and cards were men,
toned but when Archie Hoffman or
Billy Blew began calling for lust one
more couple" for a quadrille who could
resist the lure? The men felt guilty
SO long as there was lady sitting idly
looking on, and lady felt badly il
gentleman asked her to dance and
she had to confess that she didn't
dance. In fact one lady who had de-
clared that she didn't dance consented
to do the best she could in order to
help supply thel fourth couple in set
the third time she was asked! After
that she had to make explanations to
the other two gentlemen who lost no
time in giving her an opportunity to
practice the rest OF the evening.
And SO it goes. To clasp hands with
the dear friends of long ago, to mingle
with the young folks who grew up
among US that is to renew our youth
At midnight substantial supper was
provided, 1.-THE tables being decorated
with flags, candles, and little red
hatchets in honor of the Father Of our
Country.
Every year sees the ranks broken
and there is pang Of regret at hav-
ing to go on without them Some OF
our number were sick and could not
come but there are others whom we
missed who could have been there
Come out next time folks, we wan,
you! It's great thing to be pio-
neer!
MRS. VIM. BRAD,
Secretary
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
Anniversary
Meeting Calls
0ut MANY
Large Number Celebrates
18th Birthday Of Libby
Commercial Club.
MANY INTERESTING
STORIES RECOUNTEU

Last night, in the Woman's Club
building, the Libby Commercial Club
held exercises commemorative of the
18th anniversary Of the founding Of tie
first commercial club in Libby. The
evening was most pronounced sue
cess in every way. From 20 to 50 NAM
gathered for this pleasing affair, VII
several original charter members prss-
ent as guests Of horror. These weer Hsr-
man Bockman, A. R. Gibson, c. 3.
Remp W. F. Kienitz and Amos Thomp-
son. Two other charter members sin
reside here, John Leigh and Frank
Wegner, but were unable to be pEcs-
ent.
Following the dinner, A. M. Hoffman,
one of the early pioneers, took charge
Of the program, after number Of fine
piano and violin selections by Mr.. and
Mrs. James Reedy. Mr.. Hoffman re-
marked that many time had he
danced to music by this couple in the
early days.
Gives Club History.
Mr.. Hoffman gave a brief and IN
teresting history of the organization
Of the club Is years ago this month
He read list of the first officers and
the charter members. A full account
Of this organization, as printed in the
Western News of that date, appears
below The preliminary meeting was
held on January I, 1907, and per-
manent organization was effected April
4, 1907.
Mr.. Hoffman called upon the old
timers present for talks, this feature
being one Of great interest and keep
ing those present highly entertained
A. r. Gibson was the first to respond
He said he arrived here May TO- 1882,
and then proceeded to tell about Lib
by's first three constabfes, each Of
whom met sudden death. The first
one, after drinking spree, was found
shot through the heart and through
the head, The coroner's jury brought
in a verdict Of suicide (?). The other
one, SOLDERING up, fell from high rail-
road embankment onto his head and
died. The third one, suspected horse
thief, died in fit of anger from heart
failure. Mr.. Gibson then recited how
Libby's graveyard was first started It
was in the genuine old western way.
Continued on page 81
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
MASONS ENJOY ANNUAL
WASHINGTON BIRTHDAY PARTY

The Masons and Eastern Star mem
bers of Libby enjoyed George Wash
ington birthday party Monday evening,
in Masonic hall. This event is an an
nual affair and is always an enjoyable
party. Last Monday evening the pro-
gram consisted of series of songs by
the girls choir Of the Presbyterian
church depicting the life of Washing
ton The other program feature was an
interesting address by Glen Nolop on
the life of Washington. Following the
program dancing was enjoyed, with
Light refreshments served
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
Entertains at Washington Party.

Mrs. w. N. Curtis was hostess to the
Entire Nous club Tuesday evening at
pleasant bridge party in which dec
orations Of the colonial period called to
mind the George Washington birthday
anniversary. AT the bridge games, high
score prize was won by Mrs. L. S.
WEIGH, the consolation token fell to
Mrs. James Christie and guest prize
was presented to Mrs. R. j. Piedalue
Refreshments were served.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25

As result of the drive by the local
relief committee, conducted at pres
ent for funds to assist the unemployed,
and the street work carried on by the
city to give employment the city Off
Gals and the relief committee have
been unduly criticized The reason for
most of this is transformation and mis-
understanding In order that the pub
lie may be fully informed on the joint
projet mentioned above, the following
explanation is offered:
First, let lis remember that the city
officials carrying on this work and
the members of the relief committee
are donating their services in order
that the needy may be cared for.
The city found it impracticable to
carry out the street crawling project,
but in order to provide employment
for the needy Of Libby, they offered
to supervise a snow removal project
providing the funds could be raised.
The relief committee found in help
ing the needy that great many would
not accept charity except as last re-
sort, but that the need for employ
ment of some kind was great. Inasmuch
as the cost to the community would be
the same if cash or groceries were
given out, or if this same money were
paid for labor performed, it was de-
cided to provide the labor and accom-
plsh something at the same time for
the same money
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
Mrs Jacobs Is Hostess.

The Friday Night Bridge club was
entertained last week by Mrs. Viola
Jacobs. Mrs. R. R. Veldnan captured
high score honors and Mrs. Thomas
Sw'tzer the consolation. Dainty refresh
ments were served
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-02-25
Mrs. E. l. Racicot Entertains.

Mrs. E. /. Racicot was hostess to the
members Of the Fortnightly Bridge
club last Thursday evening. At the
bridge games, Mrs. w. N. Curtis won
the high score prize aand Mrs. A. M.
Hoffman the consolation. Refreshments
were served.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20

F) for 15 to 20 minutes. Place the bcans in center of platter. surround with the sausage and garnish with 6 small branches of parlsley. Serves c.
 Brcalcd CoFncd Becf-chIllv 1 can corned beef and slice thinly. Spread generously with tomato ketchup. Dip in beaten egg. then in crumbs, and brown sn frying pan in a small quantity of hot fat, Arrange on platter and garniah with preserved sweet pickied op- Ions, This quickly prepared meat is savory and crisp.
 Hamhnrgcr Steak with Mustard Sandwich Stylc-Add 1 l-2 tea spoons salt and tablespoons flour tn 2 pounds freshly ground beef. Mix thoroughly. Divide into equal parts and shape each into layer fabout a-2 inch In thickness. Spread thickiy with prepared mustard. cover mustard with onion rings (about S-4 cup which have been parboiled). Top with the second layer of meat. Bake in n hot oven leg to 3-4 hour.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20
A Few Informal
 Holiday Suppers
Choose Table or Buffet Service According to
 Number of Guests

For the friendly evening party nothing is more deservedly popular than the informal supper party. It may bc simple or elaborate. but the modern trend is toward sim plicity. If only a few intimate friends are invited 1t is best to plan on table service, but if there are number of guests then choose buffete service. Since the supper party usually follows an elaborate dinner foods should be selected which will offer O. pleasing variety. The following are suggestions to assist in plan ming holiday suppers.
 Fruit Cocktail Stuffed Bacon Slices Olives Wrapped in Bacon | Nut Bread and Butter Sand- wiches ls Fruit Cake Poinsetta Salad (tomatO cut in sections to re-
 semble poinscttas) Coffee
 Bacon and Olives Wrap strip of Bacon around T. large. stuffed olive. Skewer with n toothpick. Broil until bacon is crisp and golden brown. Serve on rounds of toast as an appetizer for the first course of a dinner. Cranberry Juice Cocktail (Equal parts of cranberry juice and gingerale) Club Sandwiches Holiday cookies
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20
Meat ApprOvedin
 Children's Diet
Famous British Doctor Advocates It Strongly
 for Growing Child

Dr Reginald MiiIor, in an ad- dress given recently Before the cen- tenary meeting of the British Med ical association in London, em- phasized the value of meat in the diet of growing children. Dr Mil Ter spoke on Fatigue in School Children" and on the manner in which proper diet aided children in avoiding both mental and phy- sical fatigue. A report of Dr Mll- ler's address, printed in the Lon don Times. stated that in the school where Dr Mi!ler's observations were made. meat was included in the children's diets just as 1t would be in their own homes. Dr Miller. embhasizing the value of meat, stated that ''nore scholarship be won on beef than on buns"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20
SISTER MARY'S
KITCHEN

In order to reduce the meat bill, { it is not necessary to do entirely without meat, but rather to use it in clever combinations with less expensive foods.
 Vegetables will become more palatable and satisfying because they have meat flavor. Lamb and pea stew with dumplings IS an example of an appetizing and nourlshing dish.
 Lamb and Pea Stew
 Ono pound lamb flank. 2 cups dried peas. cup sliced onion. Z teaspoons salt, 1-4 teaspoon pep per, cups boiling water.
 Soak peas in cold water to cover over night. Drain and parboil Remove excess fat from meat and cut meat in neat pieces suitable for serving. Try out fat in a fry- Ing pan and brown meat and on- ions in fat. Put into kettle with peas and boiling water and sim mer for two hours, adding sal; and pepper at the end of the frs; hour. RepIenish water as 1t is needed to keep about two uarts Fifteen minutes before ready to serve drop dumplings over top cover closely and steam Sery, at once.
 To make dumplings, mix and sift l 1-2 cups flour with 3 tea spoons baking powder and 1-2 tea. spoon salt. Put in about 3-4 cur milk or water. The dough should be stiff enough 10 keep it's shape when dropped from tip of spoor into boiling stew. Do not lift toyei until cooking time is up.
 Cabbage Rolls
 One medium sized head cab bagc, 3-4 pound lean pork, 1 large onion. 1-2 teaspoon each sage and theyme, teaspoon salt, Is tea
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20

oven about 1-2 hours. The rico puHs in the baking and gives tho meat . jagged or pdrcupinc ap- llcnrancc.
 Pork Chops and Potatoes en (tasscrpie-TIn buttcred baking dish place alternate layers Of thinfy sliced potatoes, using 2 cups. and 1A4 cup finely chopped onion. Over the potatoes and onions place c pork chops that have beerysprin- kIe3 with salt and Drowned In 4 skiilet. over all pour small can CT about 1 cup of cream of toma- to. soup. Bake in hot oyen--that K about 45S r for 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and finvorcd richly with the pork and toi.neto.
 Naked Sausagcs with Kidney Bea ps---Form 1 pound sausage into patt.es and brown in Il skillet. Pour over them 1 medium can oven baked red kidney beans. simmer 0n top of stove for IS minutes or bake In slow oven (360 degrees
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20

spoon pepper. 1-2 cup uncooked rice. 2 cups canned tomatoes.
 Put meat through food chOppnr and combine with rice and seasons ings. Mix thoroughly. Trim or coarse outer leaves of cabbage nnd plunge head into rapidly boiling water. Boil five minutes ani drain. When cool eonugh to handle put leaves apart and put 1 tablespoon of meat mixture into each leaf. Roll and fasten with q wooden toothpick or tie with q s0fs cord, Arrange in Q buttcred bnk- ing dish and pour over tomatoes seasoned with 1 teaspoon sugar. salt. pepper and onion finely minced. Bake Zone hour in a hot oven. Serve from baking dish.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20
Suggested Shortcuts To Meals
 During Busy Days Before Xmas

Crowded little time pass mas Because shopping enteans and countless other nll
 fss energies Easily prepared and quick pess always possible
 maintained
 acvc and adequate nutrinaI Prepared soups ped beans cooked spaghetti puddngs similar foods provide the mangs with minimum of time These simple substantial main dishes:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20

The Christmas table must ex- press the spirit of the day and the above. carried out intblue and sii- 'ver, with it's lovely shimmerinR ccnterpiecc. it's candlcsticks and it's little modcrnistic Christmas trees for fayors, will no doubt offer the housewife some novel ideas in dec- oration. First the candlestick:
 Cover a low glass candleholder with white crepe paper. Cut two strips of blue "Ccliophane" 9 In. wide and 30 in. long. Fold four times crosswlse and crumpie through tho hands to make small and sides, then pour in the ham mixture. Set in cold place until firm. Serve on bed of shredded lettuce. Serves 6.
 Tomato Cases Stuffed with
 Ham Salad Currant Jelly
 Hot Biscuits Sponge Cake Cranberry Ice Coffee
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-12-20
Tree Trimming
 Parties Popular
Recipes for Informal Christmas Eve Dinner
 Dishes

"T'is the night before Christmas and all through the house" father is looking for that pair of pliers he needs to fix the tree lights with; Eleanor is hastily running over tho carols that she is to sing later with the choir that is going from door to door: Johnny is calling to mother that the boy next door is bringing two friends along to help trim the tree.
 Everyone is in a fiuttcr but mother. She seems awfuliy busy, but she Is just as severe as if the family were all ready to sit down to dinner at the same time and she didn't have to bother about refreshments for goodness only knows how many people.
 Long ago she despaired of hav- ing anything like order in the house. on Christmas even. Now she just prepares for every emergency. has simple dinner that every one can eat off the kitchen table. And meanwhile the dining room table is all ready with percolators waiting. to be attached. the mak- inggs of the rarebit for father to prepare. dainty wafers and cr4ck- CTS and pretzels galore with pick les and olives to eat with them, and majestic fruit bowl sur- rounded by nuts and cup cakes.