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The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
CWA Given
70 Men For
One Week
That Is New Set-up for
Lincoln County-Prob-
ably Reduced Later.
FORCES BIG CUT
ON ALL PROJECTS

A telegram received from Helena
headquarters this morning by Chas. D.
Rowe, chairman of the Lincoln County
CWA committee, states that the county
allotment will be SO men for general
work and 20 men for airports This is
covering period of one week, from
February q to March q Money allow
ance for materials and supplies for the
period up to May | Is heavily cut.
This is drastic reduction in man.
power and the committee is faced with
the necessity of making corresponding
reduction in projects over the county
For some time airport work has been
suspended here for the reason that the
frozen condition Of the ground makes
work at this time waste of money.
The committee plans to use the 20 men
on other projects for the present if
permission from Helena can be OBJ
tanned Later it will be necessary to
throw these men borrowed from airport
work back onto the airport projects in
time to finish them before May /.
Present plans contemplate a material
reduction on all former projects and
small crews on some new jobs in other
parts of the county SO as to provide
work for sections that have not here
tofore received much from CWA activ-
itv. Paul Church, county supervisor Of
eva work, was in Troy Tuesday and
will be in Eureka this afternoon to
perfect the new set-up.
judging from news reports in the
daily papers, the local committee is
expecting that ALLEGATIONS of men will
be made from week to week, with
gradual reduction in manpower in each
succeeding weeks allotment.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
183 Sacks
Flour Arrive
For Relief
Distribution Not Permitted
To CWA Workers-Also
Notice to Merchants.
FREE SUPPLIES
TO THE NEEDY

The Lincoln county relief commit
tee wishes to give notice to the mer-
chants of the county that they should
not sell to persons on relief lists
either flour, butter or salt pork" says
Chas. D. Rowe, chairman of the local
| relief committee. TN its attempt to help
consume surplus commodities and there
by assist in the drive to increase prices,
the federal government has purchased
immense quantities of farm and kim
dred produce" continued Rowe. "These
are being distributed over the country
and given out to those obtaining relief.
This county has received salt pork,
smoked pork, butter and flour. This
produce has been distributed quite
generally over the county and is for
free distribution to the needy under
certain regulations. Hence merchants
should refrain from selling to those
obtaining relief any of the above named
products. Anyone attempting to obtain
either salt pork, butter or flour on their
relief orders should be refused by the
merchant and directed to where the free
produce is being given out Violation Of
this rule will necessitate eliminating
charges for such items from the in
voices turned in by the merchants to
the relief committee"
Another recent ruling received by the
local committee states that hereafter
none of this free produce must be given
to workers on eva projects. It's distri-
button must be confined to those on the
relief list.
Receives Flour Shipment.
A shipment of flour arrived Tuesday
and was at once reshipped over the
county for free distribution. The ship
ment consisted of 1873 sacks of 24la
pounds each
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
SHOULD BE CAREFUL NOT TO
CAUSE RADIO INTERFERENCE

The attention of the people Of Libby
is again called to the desirability of be-
ing careful in use of certain electrical
appliances so as to cause as little inter-
ference with radio reception as possible.
Vacuum cleaners, violet rays, sewing
machines and Similarly operated cleo
trio equipment should not be used dur
ing the late afternoon or evening except
where absolutely necessary. They cause
terrible noises in radio reception. Con-
sideration Of ones neighbor will impel
a fair-minded person to confine use of
such machines TO the daytime. A small
attachment placed on such trouble
making equipment will do away with
its interfering qualities.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Farewell For Mrs. Davidson.

The members of the Ace and Twelve
club gathered at the home of Mrs C..
S. Christensen last night as farewell
party for Mrs. James A. Davidson, who
is leaving soon to join Mr.. Davidson in
Spokane. The evening was devoted to
bridge with high score prize going to
Mrs. James Harris, ST., the consolation
to Miss Anita Harris, travelling prize
to Mrs. Fred Cloutier, and guest prize
to Mrs. c. S. Webb Mrs. Davidson was
presented with gift as a remembrance
from the club. Dainty refreshments
were served.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Invited To
Present Pageant
At State Meet
Miss Inez Ratckin Asked to Produce
Historical Number at State Conven-
ton of Federated Women's Clubs.

A group of Libby young ladies have
been highly complimented by being in
vited to present a pageant at the state
convention of the Montana Federation
of Women's clubs, to be held next sum
mer AT the last meeting Of the Libby
Junior Women's club, these young
women voted to attempt the financing
of the trip to the state convention and
the invitation will be acceped.
The pageant was written by Miss Ine7
Ratekin and depicts Interesting Wo-
men Of Montana History" and was pre-
sented a few months ago under Miss
Ratekin's direction, before the district
meeting of the Federation Of Women's
clubs held in Libby. Mrs. Brown, state
president, was present at the district
meeting and was SO highly pleased by
the production that she has requested
Miss Ratekin to present it at the state
convention. "
The pageant requires some 10 to IL
young women in its production and it
is planned to take all of them to the
convention, if funds for the trip can be
raised.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
TOURNAMENT NEWS.

(Reported for the Tamarack)
The annual tournament of basketball
teams in northwest Montana is sched-
uled for February %, q, and "a in the
Whitefish high school gymnasium.
Seven teams, Troy, Lincoln County
High, Poison Big Fork, Columbia Falls,
Whitefish and Libby will try for district
honors in the 10 elimination games to
be played this week.
The winner will go to the State Class
b tournament at Great Falls.
The drawing made by the commit
tee IN charge was a rather unfavorabIe
one for the locals as they will have to
play three games to reach the finals to
two for their rivals. However, this Is
one of the breaks that arise in such
situations. The schedule as first pro-
posed would have required Libby to
meet the strong Whitefish team twice
to reach the finals. Libby objected to
this arrangement and the original seven
team set up was restored so that the
Objectionable features were removed
The schedule now stands:
Game /. Columbia Falls vs. Troy.
Game 2. Poison vs. Big Fork.
Game 3. Whitefish VS. Lincoln County.
Libby draws bye
Game a Loser game 3 VS.. Libby.
Game 5. Loser game VS.. loser game 2.
Game s. Winner game VS.. winner
game 5.
Game I. Winner game VS.. winner
game 2.
Game 8. Winner game VS.. winner
game 6.
Game 9. Loser game VS. loser game 7.
Game TO- Winner game VS.. winner
game T.
The Terriers have been showing good
form this season. At times they have
been unbeatable, and it is hoped that
they will be "hot" during the tourna-
ment.
Coach Hazen G considers Lib b y's
chances equal to the other teams and
the boys are determined to bring back
to life Libby's old habit of winning the
district
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Mrs. Miller Is Hostess.

Gathering at the home of Mrs. Harold
Miller last Thursday night, the mem
bers Of the Three Four's bridge club
enjoyed a few hours at their favorite
card game. Miss Frances Schouweiler
was found to have captured the high
score prize at the conclusion Of the
games, Mrs. Ted Berry had the con-
ISOLATION token and Mrs George Hayes
travelling prize. The guests were cos
tuned to represent comic valentines
and the result was 'lots of fun" ac-
cording to report.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
TWO GAME LAW VIOLATORS
SERVING TERMS IN JAIL

Dan Rogers and Miller Leonard were
arrested last week in the Stryker dis
trict by Deputy Game Warden Dorring
ton, for the illegal possession of ven
ison. They were tried before Justics
OF the Peace Frost in Eureka and were
each fined $500. They were brought
to Libby Saturday to serve out the
sentence in the county Jail. The men
are non-residents and have been
spending the winter in cabin in the
Stryker district Both are young. Leon
ard is about 10 years old, stands 6 feet
AZ inches and weighs over 200 pounds.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Troy Young Man Making Good.

Word comes from Churubusco, Ind,
to the effect that Gordon Mettler, form-
err Troy young man, is making more
than good in his newspaper venture
in that eastern city Mettler is editor
and publisher Of the Churubusco Truth.
At recent meeting of the Churubusco
Development club, which corresponds
to 4 commercial club, Mettler was
chosen president This is interesting in
that the young mans father, P. T. Met
tier, was elected president of the Troy
Chamber Of Commerce a few weeks
ago, and now both father and son are
acting in that capacity in their respec-
tive home cities. Report states that Cor
don is enjoying a pleasing patronage
for his newspaper
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Miss Barnes Is Hostess.

Miss Mary Barnes was hostess last
night to the group of Libby ladies
known as the Fortnightly bridge club,
at the Hotel Libby Honors of the eve
ming fell to Mrs A. NJ Hoffman for
holding the high score, and to Mrs
A. NJ Richard for the consolation. Fol-
lowing the bridge games the ladies
were taken to the Model cafe for re-
freshments and were seated at table
lastly decorated in honor of George
Washington's birthday Another pleas
ing feature was a birthday cake in
honor of Mrs. Harry Racicot.
The next meeting of the club will be
with, Mrs. Rosetta Burke.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
AIR CONDITIONED TRAINS
ON THE GREAT NORTHERN

ST. PAUL, Feb. 20.-Passengers on
transcontinental trains through the
Northwest this summer will eat their
meals in artificially cooled cars and
enjoy the scenery from cool, luxurious
observation cars. This is another bid
the northwest lines are making for the
favor Of the travelling public.
Air conditioning of trains. however,
is not merely matter of keeping the
cars comfortable in summertime, &C
cording to w. P. Kenney, president of
the Great Northern. The same mechan-
ism which will keep the cars cool in
summer maintains an even temperature
the year around, he said 1t switches
automatically from the cooling system
to the heating as the temperature in
each car rises or falls above the mark
at which the thermostat is set 1t adds
moisture to the air or takes it out
as the humidity varies from the proper
level. 1t removes any particles of dust,
and by maintaining an air pressure
within the car that is slightly higher
than the pressure outside no dirt or
cinders can be brought In by drafts.
Windows and present ventilators are
kept sealed and fresh air is brought
iH-eHly- through the -aif-eeFditienifas
system.
The Great Northern is having 20 cars
equipped for use on the Empire build
err before the summer travel season be-
gins, Mr.. Kenney said. Twelve of these
will be dining cars and eight will be
observation cars. Some of the cars are
already in the Pullman shops at Chi
cago where the work will be done. The
cost of equipping the 20 cars with air
conditioning will be about 100000, he
said
Sleeping cars on the northwest roads
will not be equipped with air condition
ing this year, Mr. Kenney said
On our route to the coast" he said.
Il doubt whether air conditioning of
sleeping cars is necessary, or even de-
srable. Our line runs pretty well north,
only short distance from the Can
adian boundary, and the nights are in
variably cool There are some rather
important advantages in not using air
conditioning in our sleeping cars. The
present arrangement permits the occu-
pants of berths to regulate the temper
ature according to their individual
tastes, and to get as much fresh air
through the windows as they want If
we should air-condtion these cars, the
windows would be sealed, and the cur
tains would tend to interfere with the
free circulation of air in the BERTH
The Great Northern, because of its
northerly route, has adopted some
what different system of air condition
ing than the railroads running through
warmer regions. Ice, rather than chemi-
cal compounds, will be used for cool
ing purposes. Ice chests holding two
tons of ice will be installed under each
car. A fine spray will operate over the
ice, and the chilled water will be
pumped through the air cooling coils
In view of the cool nights, even in mid
summer it is expected that only two
icings will be necessary between Chi
cago and the coast.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS.

Ask Kathryn Gratbo, Jean Fowler
Ida (Beulah) Minde, and Jean SWitzer
why they came to the Freshman party
unescorted If their answer does not
concern a certain group Of Freshmen
boys, then they are not telling you The
truth. A hint might be dropped in help
ing solve the riddle; and that is, they
probably were going to show 4 little
spite work because of the Freshmen
girls wearing Senior class rings Their
plan did not work out, however, since
they did not all have the nerve to go
through with it.
If any Of the boys Of Libby High
happen to be interested, they might like
to know that George Krebbs has agreed
to give few lessons on his latest dance
step. It's a WOW boys Don't fail to take
advantage Of this opportunity
The feud between a few certain
Freshmen has ceased and they must
have come to an agreement Of terms.
They were noticed having the same old
good times together last Sunday. Forget
it kinds. 1t is said, True love never
runs smooth"
Why did't Joey and Paul Augustus
wear their rabbits foot at the game
last Saturday night
On coming to school last Monday
morning we were all very surprised and
pleased to see Joyce Daggett again
among us. She returned rom Seattle
last week and is attending school in
Libby again.
While coming in from the country TO
go to the Freshman party last Saturday
night Harry Fem had the misfortune
to have his car stall. Because Of this
Harry had to borrow a hand car and
pump it into town Many of us would
Continued on page 81
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22

Mrs RayI Rice entertained the mem
bers of the Ace and Twelve club at
her home Thursday night, several hours
passing pleasantly at bridge. Honors
for the evening fell to Mrs. Fred Clou-
tier for having the highest score, Mrs.
E. M. Boyes carried home the consola-
ton token. Mrs Ned Joughin had two
prizes, the high guest and the high
travelling prizes, while Mrs. c. S. Chris
Jensen had the low travelling prize, Mrs.
Christensen also being guest of The
club. Refreshments were served
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Entertains Entire Nous Club.

The Entire Nous Bridge club was en-
tertained at its regular meeting last
Thursday night by Mrs. r. W. Smith
berger at pleasant evening at bridge.
Comparison of scores at the evenings
close showed that Mrs. w. f. Kienitz
was entitled to high score honors, Mrs.
/. S. WEIGH to the consolation and Mrs
S. N. Plummer to guest prize. Re-
freshments We're served
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
LIONS WILL OBSERVE
ANNUAL LADIES' NIGHT

Z. J. Driear, committee chairman, an
nounces that the Libby Lions club and
their ladies will observe annual ladies'
night next Saturday Festivities will
start at 8 o'clock in T. O. o. F. hall.
This popular affair will be informal
in every PARTICULAR said Mr.. Driear.
The ladies are expected to wear their
house dresses and the men their busi-
ness and work suits. A varied program
will be presented, with dancing one of
the features. Comic numbers will be
provided to make fun for everyone"
Lunch will be served before the happy
Lions and Lionesses leave for their
homes.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Legion Auxiliary News.

The annual birthday party Of the
American Legion Auxiliary held Sat
urday night at the Legion hall was
much enjoyed by all The evening was
spent dancing, with a delicious lunch
at midnight
The Auxiliary will meet at the home
of Mrs. Mabel Whitefield next Wednes-
day night, Feb %, for rehabilitation
and sewing with Mrs Clara Adamsor
assisting. All members please be pres
emit
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Mrs. Crotteau Is Hostess,

The members Of the Mid Week Bridge
club enjoyed an evening as guests of
Mrs. Israel Crotteau Tuesday night. the
evening being devoted to cards. Mrs.
C. w, Gildea captured the high score
prize, Mrs. AL Buck the consolation and
Mrs Dan Rayome the travelling prize.
The hostess served dainty refreshments
at the close of an enjoyable evening.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Brothers Meet After "a Years.

Mr.. and Mrs. Otto Davidson had a
pleasant surprise last Sunday evening
when Mr. and Mrs. Peter Davidson Of
near Williston, N. D., arrived for short
visit. The gentlemen are brothers and
it is their first meeting for "a years.
The guests expected to leave Wednes-
day afternoon for visits with other rela-
tives in Portland and Seattle.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
New Camp Fire Girl Members.

The Camp Fire Girls have made !
very successful drive for new members
five new ones having been voted in
They are: Elizabeth Dwinelle, Haldis
Hanson, Madeline Lucas, Ruth Switzel
and Marie Martenson. The initiation
was held at the home of Helen Martin
after which the girls played games and
distributed valentines. Dainty refresh
ments were served.
On February 20 another meeting was
held at Miss Thorson's. The girls
planned on card party. They also
decided to elect new officers February
9th.
IN DEMA RpERC cc,;ba
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
Gives Salient
Features In Hog
~
Control Program
Government Man III Charge of Work
WILL Meet with Farmers at
Eureka on Saturday.

Robert J. Newell OF Kalispeil, county
extension agent of Flathead county and
in charge of wheat production control
in Flathead and Lincoln counties, writes
to the Western News and says that "the
corn-hog program seems to be the next
item in line as production control
activity He says it is not likely that
an agent will be appointed to carry on
this work in Lincoln county, but that
he will hold meeting in Eureka on
Feb. "a to present the plan to the
farmers. Newell encloses an article Civ
ing the salient points in the corn-hog
control program. The article follows.
Highlights on the Corn-Hog Reduction
Program.
Some of the things required of the
producer:
/. Reduction of corn acreage 20eo.
2. Reduce 1884 litters narrowed by
soWs owned by him $50 from the 1882
and 1888 average, and reduce the hogs
produced for market from the 1884
litters $3.50 below the final average
number of hogs produced for market
from 1882 and 1883 litters.
g. Not increase in 1884 abovse 1882
or 1888, whichever is the larger. (A)
Acreage of crops planted for harvest.
(B) Acreage of each crop planted for
sale designated as basic cropl. C.
Acreage of feed crops other than corn
or hay. (D) The number Of any kind
of livestock other than hogs designated
as basic commodity (E) The number
of feeder pigs bought in 1884 over the
final average of 1882 and 1888.
4. Evidence of disposal Of hogs far
rowed and marketed for the hog years
beginning December |, 1881 and De-
cember !, 1922
Who Can Sign Contracts.
l. A producer producing either corn
or hogs can sign the contract and re-
ceive the benefits Of the one COM
modify
2. A producer producing over 10
acres Of corn per year
3. A producer whose 1892 1888 pro-
duction was an average of or more
filters per year.
Who Can Not Sign Contracts.
|. Producers whose 1882 1888 litters
average less than 3.
2. Producers who raise hogs entirely
or largely on the open range
3. Producers who raise hogs under
conditions which make it impossible to
determine the number Of filters far
rowed and hogs produced therefrom.
Applicants must furnish the following
information:
l. Number of all litters owned by
producer in 1882 and 1888.
2. Hogs raised from these litters, and
these divided into the number sold for:
slaughter; sold for stockers, feeders or
breeders; to be slaughtered for use on
the farm; already slaughtered for use
on the farm; to be sold. to be retained
for breeding purposes. You should also
know the number of feeder or stocker
pigs purchased
3. Receipts, bills Of lading, account
sales or any other documentary evil
dence that will serve as evidence to
support statements of production.
a. A record of crops grown on the
farm in 1888.
Contract signers who are accepted
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22

Carl S. Evans of Spokane, represent
ing the American Federation of Labor,
was in Libby Tuesday and that night
addressed and conferred with the new
ly organized labor men here At the
Tuesday meeting los new members
were taken into the local union.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22
BOY SCOUT NEWS.

Everyone is invited to attend Scout
demonstration night one week from
Friday night at the high school.
A large number OF tenderfoot scouts
received badges in an investiture cere-
mony Tuesday night.
Saturday is the day set for canvas
of the community to secure clothing in
response to the Presidents request.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1934-02-22

Walter WOLF and All Lovick were
visitors to Troy Monday.
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The Washington times., 1934-01-01
AUTOS
SHY 81 TAGS

More than 10000 Maryland
autoists will be unable to operate
their machines today because they
failed to obtain 1884 license tags
before the expiration Of the De-
cember 81 deadline, it was stated
by D. M. Schroeder, deputy com.
missioner of motor vehicles, to-
day.
It was explained by Schroeder
that while the extreme cold
weather Of the past week had q
deterring effect on license appli-
cants who would not stand in line
in the cold, new provisions Of the
motor vehicle laws was the most
serious factor.
A recently enacted law re-
quires owners Of commercial We
hicles to furnish evidence Of their
financial ability to pay for dam
ages inflicted before licenses will
be issued.
Another new provision Of the
Co. ,Guires commercial vehicles
to carry two flares capable OF
giving light for IS minutes each
to be used by drivers when the
lighting system fails.