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Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
State Has No
Money For Snow
Removal Here
Writes to Glen OneaI In Regard tt
Work on Highway West Of
Libby.

Some Libby citizens have been won
dering why the state did not remove
the snow on the state highway west Of
Libby. Glen Oneal took the matter up
with the state highway commission and
received letter in reply which stated
the commission would be unable to do
any snow removal work on this project
this winter. The letter said, I'VE have
no equipment in that vicinity and the
very small amount of money which
is available for snow removal must
be expended on those highways which
have heavy travel We must therefore
depend upon the local citizens and the
county commissioners to open up roads
such as the one you mention when they
become blocked by snow. We regret
that we are unable to assist you in
this matter"
Last week the county machinery re-
turned to Libby from plowinx out the
mail route south ct Libby and the lat
ter part Of the week plowed out this
project west of the city, with the coun-
ty outfit
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
KOOTENAI VALLEY
TEACHERS MEETING

A teachers meeting was held Thurs
day night for the purpose Of hearing
the reports from the meetings held in
Eureka, Butte and Helena.
Miss Fousek, Mr.. Wood and Miss
Knarr gave reports on the teachers
meeting in Butte.
Miss Madden, Miss McGrade, Miss
Hostetter, MIR. Nordstrom, and MIR.
Wood were the representatives to Eu-
reka.
Miss COPYRIGHT gave report on the
meeting she attended in Helena last
fall.
After the reports plans were made
for the next meeting. Several teachers
volunteered to give reports on ways
to develop certain methods Of instruc-
ton as the laboratory method, super
vised study, the contract and the Day
ton method.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
REBEKAHS AND ODD FELLOWS
HOLD JOINT INSTALLATION

The Rebekah and Odd Fellow lodges
Of this city recently held joint install
lation as follows.
Noble grand, Lillian Woods; vice
grand, Edna Blackwell; conductor, Edna
WOLF; warden, Jessie Noel; chaplain,
Anne Fleetwood; supporters, Minnie
Karnes, Alberta Chappell past grand,
Edna Olreich; recording secretary,
Winifred Ratekin; financial secretary,
Linnie Pitcher; treasurer, Elise Schuy-
Ter; guardians, Anna Gooselaw, Edna
Marshall; organist, Marian Miller
Odd Fellows-Past grand, Edward
Brown; noble grand, Neil Blanchard;
vice grand, Charles Hubacher; con-
ductor, Hugo Anderson; warden, Jean
Rilep; supporters, William DeVol r.
Peterson, X Reed, A. Withee; record
ing secretary, E. Driear; financial sec
rotary, l. C. Olreich; treasurer, M. r.
Karnes; guardians, Geo. Woods,
Arthur Pollette.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
File Income Tax Returns Early.

Due to the existing treasury deficit
and pending changes in the proposed
income tax law, it is especially essen
tial that income tax returns this year
should be filed promptly.
Because Of the pressing necessity Of
transmitting definite information to
Washington by March 18th, no extern
sion of time for filing returns will be
granted by the collector except for
causes due to illness or absence from
the state. Tme-worn excuses such as
data not available" records incom-
plete," "bookkeeper out of town." etc,
will not be accepted
The cooperation Of all taxpayers .
most urgently desired by the govern
ment and will be appreciated. File your
returns early and avoid explanations
and penalties.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
MISS DOROTHY PRIVETTE
MARRIED IN SEATTL e

The many Libby friends of Miss Dor
othy Privette, daughter Of Mr.. and
Mrs w. W. Blew Of this city, will
be interested in the announcement that
Miss Privette was married last Satur-
day in Seattle to MIR. Lee Huff, travel
ing representative of the International
Paper and Power company. The bride
is a very attractive young lady, who
graduated from the Libby high school
in 1925, and who grew to young
womanhood here Her host of friends
will extend best wishes to her and MIR.
Huff for a lifetime of happiness.
Mrs Blew plans to go to Spokane
the first of the week to meet them
there for few days visit.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
MAY START OPERATIONS AT
GLACIER SuVER-LEAD NINE

Two directors of the Glacier Silver
Lead Mining company were in Libby
during the past week and held con-
ference with H A. Joughin, recently
elected president Mr.. Joughin left the
first of the week for Spokane to at
tend to business matters there.
Unconfirmed reports are to the eff
feet that work at the mine will prob
ably be started in the spring. Work
men recently opened vein of ore in
the main tunnel that is an extension
of ore that was worked a number of
years ago in higher levels and that
carried good values. Assays Of the ore
on the lower level show it to carry
values around $40, it is said The vein
lies in such way as to allow m &C.
curate estimate of its total value, which
it is said, would prove profitable min
ing.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
SEMESTER EXAMS.

Friday, January IS, marks the end
Of the first semester
The semester examinations will be
held Thursday and Friday. Two full
periods will be allowed for each exam.
The morning classes will have their
examinations Thursday and the after
noon classes ON Friday.
STUDENTS having B average must
have ! q in department; and not more
than three absence and one tardy mark
to be exempt in the exams.
If you see some happy faced youth
out of school on Thursday or Friday
OF this week you can put him down as
an efficient student in one or more
classes. Ask him about it.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Feature Editor-Paul Schuyler.

Feature Editor-Paul Schuyler
Sports Editors-Clarence Hogan
George Schuyler.
Reporters-Virginia Williams, Tom
Feenen, John Ashley, George Driear,
William West, Lois Corbett, Margaret
Fuller, Edward Hofeldt, Iva Woodruff,
Nina Grambauer, Jewel McCrory, Bob
McNair, Mrs. Vilion, May Paulson,
John Woodworth Angelina Measure
and Alice Boothnan.
A new staff will take over the Tam
arack during the second semester. The
school and the community are demand
ing high standard for the school paper
and the new staff will be faced with a
real problem to keep the Tamarack up
to its former levels.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Fine Program
EPlannedFOr
Road Meeting
Annual Convention of r. =.
Highway Association to
Be Held at Havre.
LIVE QUESTIONS
TO BE DISCUSSED

County Commissioner H. E Brink =
member of the board Of directors =
the Montana division of the Theodnee
Roosevelt Highway association md u
in receipt Of letter announcing the
program for the fourteenth annual con-
vention the organization The con-
vention will be held in Havre on Sat,r-
day, February 8, and the letter says
You together with your friends ars
cordially invited to attend this i'm
portant conference"
Matters Of very great importance are
to be discussed. Good speakers, includ-
ing officials Of the state highway COM
mission and representative from North
Dakota and other states viii attend
The program will be chuck full II
interesting subjects such a. cashing IN
on the tourist trade; how other con-
Meeting states can help direct motor
traffic over this route; more miles 81
oiling; an appeal to keep present for
estry road appropriations intact; radio
and signboard advertising; preparation
of illustrated publicity matter and
maps; expediting the building Of con-
Meeting or lateral highways; boosting
Glacier National Park and various othe1
subjects vital to the development and
IL
The annual dinner will be held a
s p. m. with a snappy program. Here
the report of the committee on elec-
ton of permanent officers and on res
olutions will be heard The day and
date have been selected 50 that dele-
gates can return to their homes on
Sunday.
The letter concludes by saying, 50
get up ! ssod strong delegation frsn
your town and take IN these very
worthwhile meetings. Results win mn
terialize that will be satisfactory and
beneficial to all the communities along
the route"
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
1881 UNUSUALLY DRY
YEAR AT FORTINE

FORTINE, January 12.-According to
a report given out by the Fortine U. S.
weather bureau observer 1881 was one
of the driest years ever experienced in
this locality. The total precipitation for
the year was only lib inches, as COM
pared with the normal of 1746 inches,
and a total of 1888 inches during 1880.
Precipitation was below normal every
month of the year except December.
The total snowfall for the year was
only 49.7 inches, of which SAG inches
fell during November and December.
Sub-zero temperatures were recorded
on but Is days, the lowest being 81
below zero. The highest temperature
of the summer was IS degrees There
were 119 clear, 50 partly cloudy, and
156 cloudy days during the year.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Returns From Chicago.

H. c. Bolyard returned home Mon
day evening from a business trip %
Chicago. Mr. Bolyard states that he
had very satisfactory trip and met
a number of prominent business men
of the city, through his business con-
nections. He states that he attended to
two or three different business mat
tiers while there but the principal rea-
son for his going was in connection
with Vermiculite company business.
Judging from present indications the
Verniculite company will be in ac-
tive production this summer" said Mr..
Bolyard
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
PRODUCTION STAFF CHOSEN.

Miss Hilda Witt, director Of dra-
mates, viii present the three one-act
plays January -.
Members Of the production staff are.
Business manager, Millet Keller, with
Mr.. A. A. Wood Is supervisor; prop
erty manager, Billy West assistants
Andrew Spranger. Laura Riley and
Carl Norden, with Mr.. Vogt and MIR.
Hayes as supervisors: stage managers,
Herbert Sawadke, Andrew Spranger
and Carl Norden; scenery, Iva Wood
ruff and George Botchek; lights, ELS
worth Barr; costumes, Angela Huchala,
with Miss Jackson and Miss Mary
Barnes directors; publicity manager,
Cecilia Huchala, assistant, Paul Schuy-
Ter and Mr.. Norman Parr director;
posters, tickets and programs George
Botchek and Dorothy Zawadke, with
Mr.. J. Hughes as supervisor; music,
Frances Keller and Miss Blanche
Fousek.
The Juniors will present the tragedy,
Somebody" January % at the Junior
High auditorium.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Libby Has Enthusiastic Fishermen.

Some people have the notion that
the sport of fishing is confined to sum-
mer time, but they are all wrong. If
one doubts this statement all one has
to do is to question number of Libby
nimrods who follow the sport practi-
cally IL months of the year, fishing in
waters that are open the year through.
Last Friday several parties of local
fishermen drove out to-Thompson lakes
and other bodies of water in that vicin-
ity and enjoyed a wonderful days
sport Two of them at least-J. w.
Barrett and Hugo Anderson-were at
Thompson lake as the sun climbed up
over the mountains and they say it was
beautiful sight The sun shone bright
and cheerfully all day, until it dropped
behind the mountains in the west.
While fishing could not be reported
as excellent yet number of the fish
ermen caught good strings of trout.
Glen Crawford, E w. Oylear and
George Bryant composed one party and
report having counted rs deer on the
trip. Joe and Leonard Sheffield were
in another car and others enjoying the
sport that day were Harold Gompf,
John Lovick, Neal Blanchard, Loren
Gompf, Darrell Shaurette and Ralph
Roberts. Most of the fishing was done
in Thompson lakes and in Loon lake.
At that time they reported the road
was In wonderful condition.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Record Again Broken.

Last week this newspaper had an
article telling Of the heavy circulation
of books by the Lincoln county library
and stating that on January 2 the rec
ord for one days number Of books -
sued had been broken when 335 books
were given out to Libby borrowers.
Now the librarian, Miss Inez Ratekin,
reports that that record was again ex-
ceedkd when on last Saturday 373
books were given out to Libby readers.
I'VE were just as busy As We could -
all day." stated Miss Ratekin, taking
care Of the wants Of our patrons
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Planning Snappy Program.

Harold Miller and Lloyd Williamson,
assisted by President Christensen of
the Lions club, are planning a lively
program for ladies night, which Is to
be duly observed next Monday eve
ming. The affair will be held in Wood
men hall, with dinner served at
o'clock, of which it is now expected
from SO to go will participate. Dinner
will be followed by dancing. A snappy
program built for laughs only will be
presented during the serving Of the
dinner.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
SUFFER- DEFEAT AT
EUREKA BASKETBALL GAME

Saturday, January 8, the Libby quin-
tet journeyed to Eureka where they
were defeated with score OF Is to 10.
This defeat was due partly to the fact
that our boys played hard game with
Troy the night before, but the fact re-
mains that they were outpassed and
outshot by the Lincoln County quintet
Some hard work will be needed to
hold Eureka when they come here for
the return game.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
CIVIC CLUB MEETS.

January the Civic Club held their
regular meeting.
Committees were appointed for the
next dinner which is to be held the
first Thursday in February.
Arrangements are being made for the
art exhibit which is to be February Is
to 10. Plans were discussed for giving
a 80 or 40 minute play two nights at
the exhibit.
A small admission will be charged.
The proceeds will be used to buy a
picture for the school.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
GRADE NEWS.

The health cards were sent out
Thursday in the Central school.
The fifth grade had debate last
Friday. The question was: Resolved.
That fire is more harmful than water"
The negative won Mrs. Clark was a
visitor to hear the debate.
49,
Mrs. Baccori visited the fourth grade
last week.
Marjorie Moody won the prize for the
best drawing.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Burglar Gets
Two Years In
PenitentiarY
Man Who Robbed The Play
Pool Hall Pleads
Guilty.
MINING CASE TRIED
AT THIS COURT TERM

The Play pool hall was broken into
Saturday night and robbed Of money
and checks totaling somewhere be-
tween 80 and 500, states Harold
Qoanpt, one Of the propristnrs. The
burglar turned out to Be william n.
Underwood, . young man who had
been hanging around the pool hall and
bowling alley al winter and who had
been befriended by the proprietors in
various ways Underwood occasionally
helped to set pins In the bowling alley,
but was averse to much work
The pool hall was closed Saturday at
midnight and the cash and some
checks, enclosed in a leather pouch
were hidden in the basement. That
night Underwood broke through the
coal shute into the basement and made
away with the pouch and its contents
He was present Sunday after the rob-
berry was discovered and hung around
until Monday, when he took a train for
Troy. He had been under suspicion and
as soon as he was known to have pulled
out, Sheriff Baney notified Constable
Garrison and the police officer at Troy
who placed Underwood under arrest
there Monday evening. He had taken
noom and when the room was searched.
the leather pouch was found still con-
tanning most of the silver He had de-
stroyed the checks. The Play figures
its loss at from SIS to so although
the exact amount contained in the
pouch when stolen is not known
Underwood confessed to the deed
when arrested and pleaded guilty in
district court Wednesday. He was sen
fenced by Judge Pomeroy t.. serve two
years In the state penitentiary.
Other Court Matters.
In the district court this week, Judge
Pomeroy presiding. testimony In the
case Of A. E. Tourelle Of Occur dAlene,
Ida, vs W. 0. Templeman, F. r. Baggs
and Chas. H. Curtis, Of Troy, was
heard The court set January rs for
the hearing Of arguments by attorneys.
Blackboard & Blacldord were attorneys
for the plaintiff and B. F. Maiden for
the defendants. In this case the plain
tiff seeks specific performance of con-
tract for sale of certain mining claims
A petition was filed asking attorneys
fees and suit money pending the di-
vorce trial Of Reginhilda ]. johnson
VS.. John Martin Johnson, Of Troy.
Court called number Of Troy peo-
pie to the city Among them were P. A.
Peterson, Ruth Johnson, Mrs. c. Rogers,
Andrew Roll, John M. Johnson, A. G.
Mcconnell, F. r. Baggs Robert Gregg,
Chas. H. Curtis, VIM O. Templeman
and Harry Cobbledick.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Club Women
Consider Budgeting
Family Expenses
Interesting Discussion Led by Mrs J.
A. Krall-James Blackford Speaks
on Making Of Wills.

Start the New Year right, make a
budget! This was the keynote of the
successful first meeting of the year
for Libby Woman's Club. There was
large number Of members in attend
ance.
During the business meeting, which
was held in more parliamentary form
than before, it was decided that the
Club be divided into groups of five.
Each group during the next month
will earn five dollars to aid the club
treasury.
Mrs. ]. A. Krall was the chairman
for most interesting and instructive
program on family finance. She gave
short explanation of budgets and
stressed the fact that budget is not
task1naster but time and money
saver. Forms for a monthly budget
were given out to the members.
A paper on the importance and pro-
lection Of life insurance which was
written BY Nr. John Friend, WINS read
in 4 pleasing manner by Mrs. Jean
Riley.
Mr.. James Blackboard, Jr., gave a very
informative talk on wills and inherit
ances. He had copy Of an old Egyp-
tan will which he read and pointed out
the likeness to those made today. He
described clearly and concisely the
history, making and legal points of
wills and inheritances.
During the program Mrs. r. w. Bill
ings pleased her audience with two
piano numbers and Mrs. ]. X. Dwinelle
accompanied by Miss Inez Ratekin
sang two delightful solos,
Tea was served by the hostesses
Mesdames Herbert, Brad, Hemphill
Weller, Redfield, Mount, Driear and the
Misses Grandjean.
As the Wonan's club is sponsor
ing the Christmas Seal Sale in Libby,
the following report was given by the
chairman, Mrs. Alice Farris:
Number of Seals received 10000
Amount of Seals sold .......s..-....$6 81
Expense for tipping, stamps,
etc. 2bO
lOLAl So1-AA
Fifty per cent of this money is re-
turned to the club to be used as it de-
termines, probably for tonsils or
dental work for school children.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
MANY STUDENTS TAKE
LUNCH AT SCHOOL

This winter more students have
stayed for soup at the high school than
previous years.
During the week days the average is
from s. to no. On Wednesdays when
hotdogs and buns are served the aver
age is LAO.
The ocst of the soup is two and half
cents a bowl.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
EXTENDS THANKS TO
SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER
DIR. r. Baxter Serves Lincoln County
High School is Years

LIZ. +. DdAACI ICItSS AAnlSuu lOuAAty
High School is Years.
RESOLUTION OF THANKS
We, the present board of Lincoln
County High School, wish to thank
DR.. P. Baxter who has served faith
fully on the board for the past 16
years. DR. Baxter, being charter men,
Der, has taken keen interest in the
welfare and growth of this school and
the board feel that his efforts have
done much to bring the school to its
present excellent standing.
Resolve that copy of this resolution
be placed on the records of Lincoln
County High School, copy sent to
DR.. P. Baxter and copy published in
the local paper.
0. A. ROHOLT.
GEORGE w. McGLENN.
EARL B. ANGEL.
CARRIE La MUNYAN
JOSEPH PELTTER.
RAY DASfIIEIL.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Mercury Drops.

Libby got touch this week of the
stormy weather prevailing over the
country. Monday afternoon cold wind
started from the northeast and that
night the mercury dropped to above
and last night it was 4 above.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
EnfcFtains Bridge Club

The Friday Night Bridge club Wa
entertained Friday night Of last week
by Mrs. Fred Cloutier. At the card
games Miss Anita Harris won the pri1e
offered for high score and MrA L 6.
Klenck captured the consolation
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
TAMARACK STAFF.

This is the last edition of the Tam
arack of this semester. The staff which
has edited the school news this first
semester under the instruction of Mr.
Norman Paar are:
Editor-Martin Cormier.
Assistant Editor-Cecilia Huchala. :.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
Establishes Agency.

Percy L. Cochran of Spokane, dis
trict representative of the Mutual Life
Insurance company Of New York, was
in Libby yesterday and appointed AL.
Lovick local representative for the
company
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
4L' CLUB.

Preparations are being made for the
initiation of new members of the Il"
club. A meeting will be held Monday
to decide on fitting course Of fun for
the new members.
Continued on page ID
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14

Smith Of Eureka was high point man
of the game. Katarzy was high point
man for Libby. Smith was the outsand-
ing player of both teams.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
NEW HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS.

AT the end of this semester new
members will be- taken into the high
school Honor society. Thirteen points
semester are required to enter the So
ciety, for the entire year you must
have rs honor points.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
THE
| anlaraCk
LIBBY SCHOOL NEWS TOLD IN
AN INTERESTING MANNER
Edited by the
JOURNALISM CLASS
COMING GAMES WITH
COLUMBIA FALLS

Next Friday brings fast quintet to
the Libby floor Columbia Falls is
bringing team that is much the same
as last year with some improvements.
They have three men over nix feet
tall and the rest are no midgets.
They have a good record for their
past two games, beating Eureka S. to II
and the Whitefish second string 20 to
10. Eureka beat Libby by fair score
but this means nothing for the Libby
boys always put up their best battles
when the odds are against them.
Those who saw the Troy game know
what Libby can do and this ought .
b one Of the best games the Libby
fans will see this year.
The preliminary brings together Me
faculty and the seniors. The seniors are
confident they can put something over
on the faculty for once in their life
and beat them but when Hayes and
Vogt get going the score may not b.
in favor OF the Seniors.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14

Judge Pomeroy Appointed Chairman.
Judge c. W. Pomeroy has been ap-
pointed chairman of Flathead county by
the United States George Washington
Bicentennial commission.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14
NEW GLEE CLUB DIRECTOR.

Miss Blanche Fousek has taken
charge Of the Glee Clubs for the sec
ond semester, and will also be the
Girls advisor.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14

You will enjoy the Sophomore farce,
Thursday Evening" at the Junior
High auditorium January q.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1932-01-14

See the fantasy by the Freshmen,
THE Cross-Stitch Heart" at the school
January %.