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The Washington times., 1937-06-16
Swinging Bat Fe|Is
Boy Ball Player, 8

A nip and tuck sandlot baseball
game in Pension Park, at Fourth
and F Streets Northwest almost
came to a tragic ending late yes
terday when a swinging bat in the
hands of another young player
felled 8-year-old Alvin Padgett, of
so H st. N. w.
Casualty Hospital physicians de-
scribed young Padgett's head in
turieS as serious.
The Washington times., 1937-06-16
D. c. Thieves Get $s2

Washington is no paradise, &C.
cording to Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur
Smith, here on a visit from Eden
(New York;.
The Smiths lost $82 worth of
clothing and other personal be-
longings to sneak thieves, who en-
tered their car parked at Water
and N Streets Northwest last
night.
The Washington times., 1937-06-16
Honor Society |nduets
5 Armstrong Students

Five students have been in
Quoted into the Armstrong High
School chapter Of the National
Honor Society.
The induction. ceremony was
performed by G. David Houston,
principal of tn school, and the
presentation of pins and pledges
were made by Mrs. Ora w.
Spivey, assistant principal.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Zonolite Company Ships
In New Machinery

A rapidly growing demand for its
products has made necessary an ex-
pansion of mining facilities by the Zon-
olite Company of Libby. During the
past week the president of the COM
pany, w. G. Nagel of Detroit, and Paul
M. Cowan, construction superintendent,
also of Detroit, have been studying the
problem at the mine and have decided
on program to increase production.
Some new machinery is being shipped
in, stated Mr. Cowan, to accomplish
this result This includes rs horse
power caterpillar tractor, dozer and
an air compressor. This machinery
will all be used at the mine east of
Libby. A power shovel will also be
shipped in just as soon as possible,
stated Cowan. A small machine shop
will probably be built at the mine for
the repair of machinery.
1t is expected that further announce
ments relative to development plans
will be forthcoming later in the spring.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
FUNERAL SERVICES HELD
LAST SUNDAY AFTERNOON

Funeral services for Clark Weston
Daggett were held last Sunday after
noon from the Gompf chapel, with the
Rev. FL w. Woods of the Methodist
church officiating. Burial was in the
Libby cemetery.
Mr. Daggett passed away last Friday
morning at the home of his son, Clar-
ence Daggett, with whom he had been
living MIR. Daggett had attained the
ripe age Of 81 years at his death. he
having been born on May %, 1856, at
Rhinard, Ill. When he was about IS
years of age he and his family moved
to Burlwell, Neb., and later moved to
Eureka in 1915. When the sawnill at
Eureka closed some of the family
moved to St. Helens, Ore. Mr.. and Mrs.
Daggett remained there only short
time, however, moving from there to
Libby about seven years ago. The wife
passed away about four years ago, they
having been married 81 years at that
time MIR. Daggett was carpenter
contractor by trade.
Children who survive Mr. Daggett
are Mrs. Edith Black and Mrs. Jessie
Eagle of Seattle, Elmer, St Helens.
Ore, and Mrs Luella Dunwoodie and
Clarence of Libby. All were here for
the funeral. Another son passed away
in Libby few years ago.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
LIBBY'S AMATEUR SKHERS
PRACTICE NEW STUNT.

For their outing last Sunday the
Libby Ski Club tried something new.
A ski run was laid out with turn LII
it and members, instructed by the best
skiiers, were supposed to practice MAX
ing the turn and continuing on down
the side hill However, due to unfavor-
able snow which was slick. in some
places and sticky in others the after
noon was series of spills by everyone.
1t was very amusing for the many
spectators.
For their social and business hour
the club members were entertained by
Mr.. and Mrs. James Christie. MIR. and
Mrs. Otto Nordstrom and Mr. and Mrs.
Lief johnson at the Christie home.
Tasty and satisfying refreshments were
served to the rs members present
During the business meeting most of
the time was taken up with plans for
the ski tournament next Sunday if the
weather permits. President Mrs. Finn
land asked for a report by Lief john
son who was appointed to look for a
motto or slogan for the club. MIR.
Johnson asked each member to bring
one or two notices written on a piece
of paper to the next meeting. These
will be read and the most popular one
chosen
AS usual the members had very
good time talking, comparing spills,
learning new terms, and planning for
the next week The members feel that
being organized into a club helps to
promote and hold interest in this very
popular winter sport
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Not
Guilty In
Local Court
Charles Raw Charged With
Burglarizing Store At
Troy.
DIVORCES GRANTED
TO TWO COUPLES

In district court on Tuesday, Judge
]. E. lockwood presiding, Charles Raw
pleaded not guilty to charge of burg
larry. Raw is accused Of having burglar
lied the store of the Troy Commercial
Company some weeks ago. The de-
PENDANT, not being able to employ
counsel, requested the court to appoint
one to defend him This the court did
by the naming of Attorney Marshall
Murray to represent the defendant
Two divorces were granted. Jack
Arnold of Rexford was granted di-
vorce from Phyllis Arnold, and Dorothy
L. Anderson was granted a divorce
from Oscar B. Anderson, now of War
land but formerly of Libby.
A decree of foreclosure was entered
in the case of Walter ". Kuchan of
Eureka VS.. the Redord Power and
Light Company.
In the case of D. |. Robertson and
wife VS.. Nora B. Pomeroy, an action
to quiet title, decree was entered
quoting title to certain property in the
defendant
In Fl. H. Willis VS. Phoebe A. Kohler
ct al, an action for tax deed, decree
was entered for the plaintiff.
In Velma Boyle VS., Frank B. Boyle a
petition was filed by plaintiff asking
of divorce decree. The
petition was denied and the matter
dismissed
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Out
Gold Bullion
From Mine
Viking Company Receivers
Gold by Cyanide Process,
Says Engineer Miller.
REPORTS ORE OF
$1,000 PER TON

One of the first gold bullion bricks
to be produced in the Libby mining
district by the cyanide method was
recently shipped out by Oscar v. Mil
Ter, superintendent and engineer for
the Viking Mining company, which has
properties south of Libby, with head
quarters in Great Falls.
Gold is the predominating metal in
the ores, with practically no interfering
elements involved to hinder their
cyaniding.
The ores at the mine are crushed
through Blake jaw crusher and
ground to Is mesh with a complete 10
stamp unit. The coarse and free gold
IS caught in Pierce amalgamators and
the pulp passed over Deister Herstrom
tables to extract the concentrates.
The concentrates are of high grade
and are then treated by a cyanide
method, says Miller, which RECEIVERS a
high percentage of the gold. The cya-
hide zinc precipitates are smelled in
the company's assay office and no
shipping to the smelter is required.
According to Superintendent Miller,
very rich ore is being uncovered dur
ing the present development work. On
the foot wall side of the vein is a high
grade streak Ia inches in width which
averages $1,000 in gold per ton,
says Miller.
Preparations are being made to apply
a later cyanide method to the concen-
trates next spring. This method will
shorten greatly the time required in
teaching. This new method is done in
an air tight sealed tank containing the
concentrates, and heavy air pressure
applied therein. The tank is then re-
vulved- This replaces the old style of
teaching and agitation Successful ex-
periments have been made by this
method, says Miller.
Development work lis being contin-
ued all winter under the management
of Superintendent Miller.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
More DepositOrs But
Less Money, Says Report
By Paul May

WASHINGTON, d. c. Although
ten additional persons in Libby opened
postal savings accounts during the fis-
cal year 1896, the amount on deposit
showed marked drop from the previ-
Gus year, report Of the postoffice de-
partment just made public shows.
The report of the postoffice depart
ment shows that on June 30, 1886, there
were 119 depositors at Libby with total
deposits of S53,971, as compared with
100 depositors and $55,291 in deposits
at the end of the previous fiscal year
AT the present session of congress
there is movement on foot to expand
the facilities of the postal savings SER
vice, in spite of a request by the
American bankers association that it
be cut out altogether.
One bill now before congress would
increase the account limits for postal
savings from $500 to 5000 A second
bill now pending would not only in
crease the limits for savings accounts,
but would make checking account ia
cilities available.
Adoption of either of these proposals
is expected to result in increased postal
savings deposits at all offices.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Triple B Meets.

The Libby branch of the Triple B
Ski Club was honored Sunday by a
guest member fresh from the snow
fields ON Mount Spokane. The club
skied to the lofty slopes of the McMil-
Ian range, which proved to be an ex-
cellent arena for the hilarious antics
provided by this wintry sport. A
small jump was erected and jumps
varying from 60 to 100 feet were made
excluding the leaps of the guest who
scared on his wooden wings well over
the ITS foot mark.
The club will make this spot south
east of town their winter playground
for the rest of the season because Of
the privacy that is found IN such a
secluded spot
In the evening the members attend
ed supper in the lodge room at Dry
Acres. In the discussion that followed
motion was made to send Triple
man to the tournament soon to be held
at Salt Lake City. One Of the besi
jumpers and down hill racing men was
selected and will be accompanied by
the guest to that CITY,
AT the close of delightful and re-
freshing evening, the guest expressed
his thanks and appreciation to thu
Triple B for most enjoyable time
For the expert skier" said he, "you
local surroundings afford as good ar
opportunity as, can be found in tht
| Northwest"
| Contributed
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
DIES FROM INJURIES
RECEIVED In SKI ACCIDENT

Funeral services for George Hallstein
were held from the Gompf chapel in
Libby Tuesday afternoon, with the Rev.
w. Lowell Jacobson officiating. Burial
was in the Libby cemetery.
The unfortunate young man, who
was only 10 years old, died on Febru-
airy IL, from injuries received few
days previously in skiing accident at
Thompson Falls. He was employed in
a CCC camp at that place and while
engaged in 4the popular winter sport
suffered internal injuries that resulted
in his death. Following his injuries the
young man was taken to hospital at
Fort Missoula, where he passed away.
Details as to the accident are not
available.
The deceased is survived by the
mother Mrs. Anne Oschgar of Seattle,
by the father, George Hallstein of this
city, by sister, Mrs. Harry Moe Of
Libby; by brother, Arthur, and sis
ter, Mrs. Chas. Hughes, of Omak, Wash,
also by brother John, of Seattle. All
were present at the, funeral except the
brother, John Hallstein of Seattle.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING

In the last decade, there has been a
wholesome revival of interest by the
individual in what his governments
local, state and national-do. That in
terest should be encouraged and stimu-
lated, for the American people are in
telligent enough to sift out the unsound
and the silly when they know all the
facts.
1t is, therefore, an obligation of the
thoughtful and patriotic to assist in
bringing about this public understand
ing, and to make clear the worth of our
form of government balanced between
the executive, legislative and judicial.
Under our plan of government, i'm
like that Of most others, the citizen is
still the sovereign. He has established
limited Federal government and given
to it such powers as he thought it ought
to have. All others he has reserved to
the states or to himself
Some of his rights, the citizen has
denied to invasion by anyone. These
are in the so-called mo mans land"
That is not an accident, nor a product
of the courts. 1t is a deliberate reser-
walton, created by the people themselves.
1t could be more correctly described
as every mans land or mo rulers
land
In coming months and years, there
doubtless will be many proposals to
take those rights away from the citi-
zens. If, after understanding all the
facts, he agrees to yield them, his will
must be supreme, for the United States
is still basically democracy.
In the meanwhile, though, he should
be on guard against movements which
would deprive him ~ those rights
through suhterfuge ,/And above all, he
should fulfill his Obligations not only to
know what it is all about himself, but
to do what he can to create better
public understanding.
If those things happen, confidence in
the American system cannot wane.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Annual LADIES' Night
Provides Much Fun

According to unanimous report from
the 30 persons present, the Libby Lions
club chalked up another highly sue
cessful affair in its annual ladies' night
party given last Monday night in Ma
sonic hail.
These annual affairs are for enter
tainment only and fun, and frolic char
acterized the gathering on this &C.
casion. A most amusing skit was staged
by the Peptom.st Girls of the Libby
high school, a skit that plainly bore
the earmarks of Lion George Hayes
work. The girls gathered around
table at what they called the Liars
Den" and staged a clever take-off on
the Lions Numerous Lions were given
notice by the girls and pertinent and
original songs were sung in which the
Lions "Bite'em, Bite'ems" had a promi-
nent part. Another number was where
Lion A. NJ Hoffman was induced to
make statement that the judges de-
cided was not wholly true, whereupon
the champion liars leather medal was
taken away from Lion Brindley and
bestowed on Lion Hoffman.
Musical numbers consisted of song
by three girls, Leonore Martin, Betty
Baker and Mary Cornell, which was
much enjoyed Miss Ruth Loucks also
favored the gathering with two de-
lightful vocal numbers The trio of
girls appeared under the direction of
Prof. Clifford Haugland.
The, skits and musical features were
intepspersed with dancing, which ev-
eryone enjoyed fully. At midnight
lunch was served in the DINING room,
the guests seated at long tables. Chef
Chas. T. Young had charge Of this inn
portant feature, he having donated his
services, courtesy much appreciated
by the Lions.
Those present report the affair de-
lightful In every particular which
causes them to look forward to the next
similar party year hence.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Over Is Million Dollars
Raised by Red Cross

Clay Parker, chairman of the South
Lincoln County Chapter of the Red
Cross, is in receipt of letter from St
Louis headquarters that brings inter-
esting information Under date of Feb
ruary the letter says:
AT the close of business yesterday
the total contributions to the flood re-
lief funds, as reported at National
Headquarters, had reached $16,755,-
10000 Contributions in the midwesterr
area at the same time had reached
$5,127 10000. Out of total of 1862
chapters of the midwestern area, 1903
have reported to date and 1108 have
reached, or exceeded, minimum quotas
All states in the midwestern area have
exceeded minimum quotas
This response to the Red Cross ap-
peal in behalf Of flood sufferers in the
Ohio and Mississippi River valleys ex-
ceeds in generosity and spontaneity
anything that has been experienced in
recent years by the national organiza-
ton. The splendid teamwork and the
coordinated efforts of hundreds of
thousands of volunteers who have or
gained and are conducting this appeal
is demonstrating again the ability of
our organization to respond to the call
for service in great national disaster.
The latest reports from members of
the nationakvetaff on duty throughout
the floo6 area show that 987 900 per-
sons have been affected to date by the
flood This is more than the number
of persons cared for in the Mississippi
flood of 1927. $4,000 persons are be-
ing cared for by the Red Cross in 878
concentration centers. 305 field hos
pitfalls and medical depots. 100 Red
Cross nurses and $50 experienced dis
aster relief workers are on duty in the
flood areas. These figures reflect the
size of our job at the present time and
do not take into consideration the pos
sible developments in the near future.
aThe Red Cross effort which has
been directed almost entirely to the
phase OF the relief opera
tons during the last two weeks will
shortly be directed to the task of re-
Mobilization. Great numbers of the
refugees now in concentration camps
will not be able to return to their
homes for period of weeks or longer.
They must be cared for in the mean
time and assisted as they return to re-
establish their homes.
All funds contributed will be needed
to provide the relief for which the Red
Cross In RESPONSIBLE
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Libby Club Planning
For Ski tournament

The Libby Ski Club will hold a ski
tournament next Sunday, Feb 81, at 2
o'clock on the hill if the weather per-
mits. The committee in charge of this
affair, John Mass, Otto Nordstrom, and
John FINLAND, have made plans and
hope that the events will interest the
public All of the club members will
participate.
For the women there will be a down
hill race and short cross country
race. There will be downhill race for
the men, followed by an exhibition of
jumping If the snow is favorable Also
Of great interest and new in this To-
cality will be twin Jump by two of
the men. Prizes will be awarded at the
close of the tournament.
The Libby Ski Club has created much
interest in the popular winter sport Of
skiing and it is hoped that more peo-
pie will take 1t up. 1t has been only
the last few years that America has
gone out for skiing to large degree
In Yosemite Valley, where a few years
ago a group of Is was considered q
good weekend crowd, over $500 take
advantage of the good location. 1t ISM
necessary to 60 to St. Moritz or any
other place in Europe when we have
such good slopes, especially in the
western states.
One does not have to be an expert
to get thrill on skis, and the rnan3
sport lovers are finding it out ane
| flocking to suitable places.
The Libby Ski Club tournament il
just beginning FOR this locality anc
the club hopes that the popularity o
the sport of skiing will increase.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18

with a considerable degree of skill,
showing the results of excellent
training
Club members were then asked to
make an informal circle and to answer
to the roll call with short household
hints" or ideas for Harmony in the
Home" or by recalling some childhood
recollection, all of which were most
interesting. Handiwork was produced
by those who had brought it and while
busy fingers flew, papers relating to
various phases of Harmony in the
Home" were read by Mrs. Chas. Martin
Mrs. X. A. Klehm. Mrs. Otto Nord-
strom, Mrs. H R. Richards, Mrs. VIM
Ferris, Mrs Murray Gay. Mrs. Clay
Parker and Mrs. Harry Brinton. Thi.
proved to be one of the most interesting
and pleasant afternoons spent by the
! Libby Woman's club this year and one
that BROUGHT forth many worthwhile,
and valuable bits Of information.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
NEED INFORMED PUBLIC OPINION

The National Economic League has a
membership all over the United States
that is composed of educators, lawyers,
editors, business men and others, lead
ers of thought in their respective COM
munities The league polls its member
ship frequently on vital problems of the
day. Here are some results that are
of great interest.
In July, 1884, this question was asked.
do you agree that adequate non-par-
tisan activity under democratically
chosen leadership to inform and unite
public opinion and public sentiment is
the only power that can reach and en-
force agreement for the establishment
of sound and stable economic and
political order?" The answers were, 90
percent yes, s percent no.
A year ago, III February, 1886, this
question was asked the members: do
you think that the crime situation is
one of the most important problems for
the National Economic League to con-
slider at the present time?' The vote
showed IS percent yes, Is percent no.
In July, 1886, this question was put
up to the membership: do you think
that the best way of attacking the prob
lem organized crime) is through a
united citizens movement to improve
the personnel and organization Of our
government The answers-89 per
cent yes, II per cent no.
Judging from the results of these
polls, this large group of informed men
are convinced one of the most serious
problems facing the nation is that of
organized crime. They also are con-
WINGED that the best way to attack it is
through an aroused and informed pub
lie opinion
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
THE FORGOTTEN MAN.

Almost every time we read news
paper we see another report about
something a state or the federal gov
eminent is doing for somebody. We
have laws for the farmer, the worker
the needy, the exporter, the importer,
the shipper-laws for almost everybody
you can think of.
In the last seven years, governments
have pitched in and done all sorts Of
things for special groups of citizens
But who made it possible for the gov
ernments to do those things? Where
did the governments get the resources
Continued from page y
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Comment
WORTHWHILE AND OTHERWISE,
ON MATTERS IMPORTANT AND
UNIMPORTANT.
THIS EXPENDITURE is GOOD
BUSINESS.

Just how much money would it be
advisable to spend to secure an annual
business of from 80 to 40 million
doIlarsg
That is a question that is facing
Montana law-makers in. session at this
time.
That large volume of money came in
to the pockets of the people of the state
last year from tourist travel. It was
largely because of an excellent publici-
ty campaign carried ON by Montanans,
Inc, the state chamber of commerce.
Such money has the additional value of
being new money, brought into the
state from the outside.
Montanans, Inc has asked the state
legislature for an appropriation to help
finance another excellent publicity
campaign. The Lawmakers have in
troduced a bill that would give the
state chamber of commerce 5000 for
a period of two years; in other words,
800 a year. Montanans, Inc. is not
satisfied with that amount and is ask
ing for $4,000 for the two years.
Other states spend each year huge
sums to entice tourists into their
borders. They consider it good bust
ness inasmuch the tourists leave mil
lions of dollars in return. Under ex-
listing demands for curtailment in ex-
penditures and a reduction of the tax
burden, 1t is difficult to say just how
large an appropriation should be given
the chamber of commerce for publicity
purposes. 1t does seem, however, that
5000 for two years is rather made
quate and that it would merely be good
business to increase that sum to con-
siderably larger figure.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18
Will Hold Postmaster Examinations.

]. w. Barrett, chairman of the Lin
coin County Democratic Central Com
mittee, is in receipt Of letter from
Congressman Jerry O'Connell which
states that on February IL Congress
man O'Connell had called for new ex-
aminations to fill the position of post
master in both Libby and Troy. The
dates of the examinations were not
stated in the letter.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1937-02-18

J. A. Krall, president of the Libby
Lions club, is in receipt of a letter
which states that the annual district
convention of the Lions club will be
held at Calgary on June II, 18 and 10.
T-he CALGARY Lions are planning big
things for their guests and announce
that their goal is thousand Lions at
the convention.