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The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
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The snowfall in Spokane is
greater this season todate than in
any preceding season since 1912
43, according to weather officials.
The total snowfall in that city to-
date this season was reported the
first of the week as 25.2 inches,
while the total fall for the entire
winter of '42-'43 was 46.0 inches.
The winter of 1890, according to
The Spokesman is the record year
in that locality for snow, the total
fall for the season being 791-in.
Comparisons of the snow fall in
Lincoln County in the season of AZ
and '43 and so far this year can
not be obtained, but the Forestry
Department has furnished The Wes-
tern News with the following data
regarding comparative precipitations
for the two years.
Season 1942-43-November, 426-
in; December 1.58-in.; Jan. '43,
2.76-in. 1946-47 todate the first of
this week - November, 483-in.;
December 3.43-in.; January, .57-in.
According to George Neils of
the J. Neils Lumber Co., the com
pany was able in 1913 to continue
hauling from the woods up until
March rs.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
of Dimes
Way

An appeal to the community "a
double contributions to the I94T
March of Dimes-annual fund-rais-
ing drive of the National Founda.
ton for lnfantile Paralysis-so the
100000 national goal will be met
was made today by Smith McNeill
chairman of the local campaign
committee here.
Mr.. McNeill pledged the local
committee to redoubled efforts fol-
lowing receipt of a letter from Basil
O'Connor, president of the National
Foundation, stressing the crucial i'm
portance of the 1947 March of
Dimes. The need to replenish funds
drained in fighting last summers
epidemic which affected more than
10000 persons and was the worst
IN the Foundations history is more
urgent than ever before, according
to Mr.. O'Connor.
To assure continuing care of pa
tients and build up adequate chap
ter reserves for future epidemics.
Sl2,0O0,000 is needed, MIR. O'Con-
nor said. The other half of the
S24, 600, 600 minimum is required on
the national level as follows:
Epidemic aid reserve fund, $4,000
600; Research and education. S.
C0O, 600; General Working Fund, 81
100000.
During the 1916 epidemic. the
- 100000 epidemic reserve fund of
the National Foundation, previously
considered adequate, was wiped out
completely by November in aiding
chapters. BY the end of the year
Approximately an additional ST.
800 900 earmarked for research had |
70 be diverted for emergency aid
70 fulfill the pledge that mo one
by polio needs 60 without
,aIe for lack of funds. "
Pointing out that this community |
IS every other in the nation must I
% adequately prepared for any en-
REGENCY the future may bring, Mr.
Mcneil concluded:
Let US double our contributions
low so we can be prepared. We
annot gamble with the safety of
'ur children. By giving generously
low we will avoid future self-re-
roach that we gave too little and
90 late when next summers cpl
lemics strike"
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
Terriers Lose
Close Battle

Last Friday evening the Libby
Terriers suffered their first con-
ference defeat and the third of the
season when the Eureka Lions
handed the local boys a setback in
a tight struggle. For the first half
the game was a tight defensive
battle with the Libby team holding
the advantage through more accur-
ate shooting from the field. Eureka
was unable to connect on their
more frequent shots. The game
was somewhat slow for the first
half as each team tried to solve
the others defense. Libby left the
floor at half time leading Is to 9
but two quick baskets by the Lions
closed the gap and from then on
the game developed into a fast and
furious struggle with neither team
having more than two points adj
vantage until just before the end
of the game when Withycombe
broke loose for two baskets on
sleeper plays to give the Lions the
ball game The Libby boys had
difficulty in solving the Eureka de-
Tense during most of the game but
accurate shooting kept Libby in the
fight. Eureka's fast break in the
second half caught the Libby de-
tense mapping and enabled the
Lions to catch and pass the Terriers
to win a hard fought battle A
large crowd watched the thrilling
struggle and fans were rewarded
with a screaming finish to a close
game. Swimley played a nice de-
fensive game in holding GwynA,
Eureka's highly touted player, tp
two free throws. Daggett and
Dolezal were most effective on Of,
Tense. Adamson got in the last
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
Game & Fish
Comm. Meet

The Fish & Game Committee of
the Libby Chamber of Commerce
held its monthly meeting last SAT-
urday evening at the Cabin Bur
ners" cabin on Miller Greek.
A general discussion was held
pertaining to game matters. It was
and Representative Rowe, propos-
ing to them that the proposed new
nonresident hunting and fishing
license be in line with the same in
Idaho, and that the 10 day fishing
license be discontinued. The com
mittee was of the opinion there is
no object in raising the cost of the
-sSident license unless the present
game department will spend some
q the money improving present
facilities, and will do something
toward predator control. The COM
mittee also voiced opposition to the
building of new hatcheries until the
present hatcheries are built up to
capacity.
The committee is writing the
game department, urging it to put
a hunter in the Lower Fisher
country at once as the coyote kill
in that section is becoming serious.
The committee has purchased hay
and had it placed on the flat south
Of the railroad opposite the Bob
Baker Ranch. The purpose of
This, is to keep the deer from cross I
ing the tracks to Bakers hay
stacks. Since the hay has been
placed, only one deer has been
lilled. The committee also repor
ed the purchase of wheat to feed
ibout Is mallard ducks that are .
at the hatchery ponds.
The committee has been assured
~ the Federal Fish and Wild Life (
Service that their request for
;tream survey in this vicinity has
cen approved and if appropriations
ire not cut, a fish culturist will
,e assigned to the job this spring.
This is a real worthwhile project
or such a study will enable the
department. to plant the proper 4
ish foods as well as determine 4
he variety of fish adapted to local !
waters. Heretofore, the committee
tates, fish planting has been a {
1T and miss proposition. The study
gill also determine what work can
e done on the various streams /
the building of dams etc
he committee will Investigate the
ost of raising fish at the local
archery, comparing the same with
ther hatcheries, and study the rea-
ons for difference in costs, if there
re any. {
After the meeting John Myers 7
'as most to the committee, treating :
he members to a steak dinner with !
II the trimmings. After dinner :
ne balance of the evening was !
pcnt by the boys trying to fill :
n inside straight Members pres :
ut were, Art Neils, Merrill Tester. =
auI Church, A. J. Agather, Ernie
Zood, Lloyd Rurpee, Deck Shaur-
tic, John Myers, Max Sturn, jim c
hristle and Ed Boyes. +
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
Football
Team Banquet

The entire squad of the Libby
Terriers, Championship football
team, enjoyed a fine banquet last
Thursday evening at the J g. I
Cafe. The banquet was given by
a group of Libby business men
who wished to do something for
the members of the squad and show
their appreciation of the fine work
and honors bestowed on the team.
The businessmen sponsoring this
fine dinner were Arthur Atkins,
Jack White and Kenneth E. Endi-
colt.
The banquet also furnished an
occasion for the team members to
receive awards which were pre-
sented by Walter Scott, director of
Football for the
State Of Montana. Mr.. Scott gave
a very interesting talk concerning
football which he had played and
watched progress over a long per-
iod of time. He has held his pres
ent position as director of athletics
for twenty-five years and well
coined the entire squad to the very
select group of champions of this
state.
Each member of the squad, the
two managers and the coaches,
Fred LaRoque and Bill Erickson
received small silver footballs with,
Northwest District, en-
graved on each. The squad also
received a fine plaque which will
become the property of Libby High |
School.
Supt o. L. Gillespie acted as
for the evening. Guests
present were: Harold w. Miller, |
the VFW, Earl J. Bar
See, representing the Lions Club;
Paul Church, president of the Cham
Der of Commerce; E. J. Driear, who
las been an ardent supporter of
Libby teams for many years, Ernie
Wood representing L. H. S. alumni,
and Ross Hibbs, of the Western
News.
It was a fine banquet, enjoyed by
al those who were present.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16

quarter to sink three quick bas-
kets. Withycombe, A. Purdy and
Gwynn were best for Eureka,
Gwynn showing best on defense,
performing theoretically.
This weekend Libby travels to
Poison and Big Fork, taking on the
Poison Pirates Friday and the Big
Fork Vikings Saturday. Neither
Poison or Big Fork have been very
successful in their early season
games but are always dangerous
on their home floors. Both teams
are very anxious to topple the Ter
riers and hard struggles are an
ticipated by the Libby boys when
they take on the Pirates and Vik-
ings.
The next home game for the Ter
riers will be on Tuesday, January
81, when the Trojans from Troy
come to Libby for what is always
a tough struggle between two bit
ter rivals. Preseason performances
mean nothing when these two teams
are slated to clash. It should be a
very interesting game. The pre-
liminary game will begin at 7:15
between the Second teams of both
schools.
The Box Score:
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
Lions Ask For
DELIVERY
Of Libby Mail

Thirty-seVen members and the
fpianist were present Monday even
ing to enjoy the Lions dinner at
the Presbyterian Church and dis
cuss the business of the evening
presented by Lion President Earl
J. Barkee. One of the main high
lights of the evening was the IN
duction by Lion Smithberger Of a
group of new members.
The club endorsed the action of
the president and board in agreeing
to bring the Gonzaga Catholic Bows
school Glee Club of Spokane, 70
Libby April IT, This organization
IS highly recommended and is ex-
pected to appear before a packed
house when it sings here.
Other business of the evening in
cluded the endorsement of a letter
from the Chinook club favoring the
proposed educational program now
before the state legislature; also
the appointment of Lions Stearns.
Keel and Ficke to the Boy Scout
committee. It was decided to take
a half-page space in the Seniors
year book and $40 was voted to
assist the Junior Woman's Club
with its skating rink project.
An interesting feature of the
evening was the short but to the
point talk by Lion Jim Christie
regarding civic improvement. Lion
Jim brought out the possibility Of
getting daily mail delivery to the
homes in Libby, which he stated
IS a possibility at this time if the
proper efforts are made to obtain
t. Lion DeRosia stated that some
time ago when an effort was made
10 get this service. it was neces-
;ary for a postoffice to do an an
lual $4,000 business before con-
'ideration would be given the prof.
ect. At that time the local office
vas doing barely that amount of
business.
During the past year the volume
las exceeded $40, 600
The club approved the PROPOSE
ion and decided to take steps to
ecure the service if possible.
New members received into the
Tub included Cortland L. James,
Herbert Epstein, Ernest J. Grambo
nd Thurman H. Trosper, all from
ne Forestry Department; and Ariie
thompson, cleaning; Russell Deist,
Walton instructor; Forrest L. De
losiai Postmaster; Leo Kyser, con-
truction engineer, and w. c.
learns, minister.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
Junior Class Will
Present PIoy

The Junior Play, Spring Green"
will be given Friday and Saturday,
January 81, and February /, at
800 p. m. in the Jr. High School
Auditorium
This new comedy is the laughter
filled story of a boy whose father
lust can't understand him, and a
girl whose mother understands her
too well. Nina Cassell, the char
ming youthful mother of two daugh-
tiers has periodically turned one
wing of her rambling old residence
into an apartment in order to help
the government house the military
personnel of a nearby airfieId.
When the officer in charge of con-
struction moves in, she is surprised
to find that he is one of her old
suitors. The girls in the neighbor-
hood have been atwitter over the
rumor that the Majors family con-
sists of a son, Newton, who must
be terrifically dashing and sophis-
ticated because he was brought up
in New York City and also has
been recently expelled from a swanlS
boarding school. When Newton ar
rives, he proves to be gentle, absent.
and socially awkard a boy
with only one interest in life-the
scientific breeding of earthworms.
How his consuming passion for
MS earthworms, including Jumbo
and Salome, comes into conflict
with his passion for the prettiest
girl in town, who almost lands him
n Jail, form the plot of a comedy
which combines quick action and
delight with real emotional values.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
New Firm Moves In
Office Over Bank

The business of Leo Kyser &
Associates has made so satisfactory
a growth during the months since
its organization, the firm has found
it necessary to secure the Office
over the First State Bank, which
was formerly occupied by DR.. Wis
ner.
The company is now Lusy max
ing plans and schedules for hand
ling the expected building program
next summer in Lincoln County.
Plans call for having a concrete
block plant in operation in the very
near future. The equipment has
been stored in Libby for the past
several months. Mr.. Kyser states
he is very pleased with the re-
ception his organization has re-
ceived in the county.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
Mrs. A. Sheldon
Speaks at Club

The subject of eating was discus
sed from a somewhat different angle
by Mrs Arthur Sheldon when she
spoke to members of the Woman's
Club Tuesday afternoon at their
4 regular meeting held in the Com
munity Room.
Using charts and cleverly fash
toned cut out figures, Mrs. Shell
don unfolded her subject into a
clear picture of what we eat and
how it effects US. "The process of
food production and eating forms
perfect cycle" she said Food de-
rives its elements from the soil, the
air, the sea, the animal, then goes
to the human and back to the soil.
BY quoting figures from draft board
reflections she showed how great
was the hidden hunger which caused
so many deficiency diseases. There
fore a great deal of the trouble
comes because of lack in the sol
and if we put our soil in good con-
dition our food will do us more
good
Mrs. H. S. Hepner, vice president,
presided, opening the meeting IN
the regular manner.
In reporting on results of the
Christmas seal sales, Mrs. LuVia
Craven stated that so far $1,000
had been contributed, which was
better than last years results.
Fine Arts chairman. Mrs. George |
Nejis explained how Rembrandt's |
had been changed to |
'D2ywatch" by the process of clean |
ing the painting. Removing years /
of collected CRIME ami layers of I
val nish left the picture with a
bright sunlight effect.
In view of the recent disbanding 1,
o. the United Nations conference,
Mrs. Ned Joughin summed up what
the conference had accomplished in
giving her report as International
Relations chairman.
There will be another public I
panel discussion concerning the
school Improvement question" Mrs.
F. c. Robertson, legislative char
nan, stated in reporting on the re-
suits of the December meeting. IT
s. hoped that a large crowd will
De present to take part in this i'm .
oortant discussion. y
Literature chairman, Mrs. Craven, i
poke of the Bible, the Importance
If its nativity stories at Christmas
md its whole theme of hope to !
lelp Tighten the new year. II
The membership chairman, Mrs. I
Iepner announced Mrs A. Hanlel
IS a new member. III
AS the business meeting adjour- j
led, Mrs. J. w. Johnston announced a
he program Musical numbers III.
luded a vocal solo by Miss Anna +
dae Garren and two piano ,selec-
ions by Miss Joan Larsen. T.
The Modern Arts club had ex c
ended an invitation to Womans #
Tub members to attend their o
leeting that evening. Those who g
yere present enjoyed the program a
f music and fun which was fol- S
,wed' by refreshments and thank I
lie club for the pleasure afforded Il
lem. OF
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
ROD g. GUN CLUB WILL
MEET NEXT TUESDAY

The Rod and Gun Club will meet
in the Community room of the
courthouse next Tuesday evening at
8 o'clock. All members are ur-
gently requested to attend.
Some of the business discussed
viii be changes in the Fish and
Game season this year and also
nominating committees will be APP
pointed
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
The Montana Study
Group Meets Tues.

The Montana Study Group held
its second weekly period of discus
sion Tuesday evening in the Lin
coin County Library with an at
tendance of twenty-five Several
new members including some high
school students joined the group
and added to the interest and out
look.
Mrs. Kenneth Spencer, leader for
the evening introduced the topic,
OUR TOWN AND IT'S PEOPLE,
giving a brief report on the his
tory of family relationships and
bringing out comparisons of family
life in former times and the APP
parent diminishing Importance of
family life at present. The eco
nomic independence of the young
people at an earlier age has been
one factor together with school and
organizational activities taking the
young peoples time and attentions.
Recreational habits have changed
in recent years to a marked degree
The relation of families to each
other and the work of the church
and school were brought in.
The declining birth rate espec-
tally in certain types of peoples
and localities was discussed with its
relation to family and community
life.
Next Tuesday A. J. Agather will
be the discussion leader on the
topic OUR TOWN AND OUR
WORK. Research reports by sew
eral of the group will be presented
at that time also. The meeting
will continue to be held in the Lii
brsry.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
Peder RomIo Passes
Fri, Jonuory 10

Peder Ramlo, son of Mr.. and
Mrs. John Ramlo, was born on
February is, 1868 at Haltdalen in
Norway, Europe. He departed this
life after a lingering illness at the
st. Johns Hospital in Libby last
Friday morning. Had he lived I'M
til his next birthday, he would have
reached the age of 70 years.
Mr.. Ramlo was baptized and
later confirmed and also married
IN the same Lutheran Church in
Haltdalen. Norway. He remained
a faithful member of the Lutheran
church. He was a member of the
First Lutheran Church in Libby at
the time of his death, having joined
It with his family soon after com
irg to Libby.
In 1911, he and his wife and
eight children came to Glendive,
Mont, Here Mr. Ramlo and his
family lived on a farm for several
years.
In 1919, he moved with his wife
and children. Solveig, the youn-.
gest child, having been born while
the family lived at Glendive, to
Libby. Here Mr.. Ramlo was en-
ployed at the saw mill until the
infirmities of age made it neces-
sary for him to retire.
Mrs. Ramlo proceeded him in
death on February %, 1887.
Mr.. Ramlo's six sons are Andrew,
Christian, and Peder, who live in
Libby. Soland, who lives at Kalis-
oell, John, who lives in Oregon, /
and Ray, who lives in California,
The three daughters are Matte
Mrs. Oscar Field, Solveig who tea
,hes in California, and Jessie, Mrs. I
coleman, who passed away in 1887
lere in Libby.
All of the children except the
Oldest, Andrew, and the youngest,
oolveig, are married. In this way
I've daughters, and two sons have
'een added to Mr.. Ramlo's family
There are four grandchildren,
Gina Marie, daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs Ray Ramlo, Arnold, son of Mr..
nd Mrs. Soland Ramlo, Jay Mar
in, little son of Mr.. and Mrs.
'eder Ramlo Jr., and Oscar Field,
on OF Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Field,
Who passed away soon after his
Confirmation in the summer of 1886
Mr.. Ramlo has many relatives in
lorway and many friends here,
1ho know him as an industrious.
onest, God fearing man. They .
lourn his departure, but are CRATE
u TO God that He has taken him
Z his everlasting home where there
no pain or sorrow, but only joy
nd peace in the presence of God.
The funeral conducted by Pastor
Jortholm, was held at the Gompf {
uneral Chapel last Sunday after
oon. In spite of the snow the
lapel was well filled with the
lends of the departed. The choir {
the First Lutheran Church sang,
FACE to Face l Shall Behold Him" I
Id 20 Happy Day When We Shall I
and Amid the Heavenly Throng." !,
MS last song was requested by q
e relatives of Mr.. Ramlo. 1t was
le of his favorite songs. Inter
ent was made in the Libby Gem
cry.
Ray Ramlo came from California
attend his fathers funeral.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
MILL HANDLING HEAVY
VOLUME OF LOGS

The ]. Neils Lumber Company is
handling a large volume Of logs.
having full crews in the woods.
The surplus logs which the mill is
rot using right at this time are
being stored in the pole yard, ac-
cording to George Neils of the firm
who states, they will be used dur
ing the spring break up.
Mr.. Neils added that the COM
pany is receiving more applications
for work than at any time since
the war began.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WILL MEET JANUARY "A

There will be a meeting of the
Chamber of Commerce sponsored
by the Mining Committee January
"a at g o'clock in the Community
room of the court house. Those
on the mining committee are: Ray
mend Kujawa, Walter collars, L. J.
Olson and William Curtis.
The speakers will be Prof. D. w.
McGleshen from the School of
Mines, Butte, and K. D. Lynn, Min
ing Engineer from Butte.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
HIS NAME is JOE ROBERTS

Joe is the name of the son born
January TO Mr.. and Mrs. DON
ald R. Roberts of this city. This
Taper announced Joe last week as
the son of Mr.. and Mrs Ralph
Roberts. Responsibility for the
mistake is little difficult to pin
down, but as usual the editor takes
the blame and hereby expresses
his regrets, as well as his gratitude
that both Don and Ralph are
amiable gentlemen, who are willing
to accept explanations.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
DEATH OF MRS. WIN. GASS
OCCURRED DECEMBER 28

The obituary of Mrs, VIM. Gass
published several weeks ago stated
that her death occurred December
n. It should have read December
"a.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16
WEATHER REPORT
FOR PAST WEEK

The following is a report of the
weather as furnished through the
courtesy of the Libby Ranger Sta
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Donald Hargreaves
left Friday for Spokane to attend
to business matters. They returned
Monday.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16

There was 3 inches Of snow on
the 10th; z.T inches on the 18Th
ond 3 inches on the 18th.
The Western news. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1933-current, 1947-01-16

Gene Chapman spent the week
end with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Harry Chapman. He returned Sun
day to Farragut where he is going
to school.