Memories for May 31, 2017

100 years ago

May 24, 1917

The patriotic urge was still strong in Malta as Judge Rader imposed a fine of $100 upon Pete Marcus for making remarks not considered loyal to the U.S. government.

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A Buick car driven by Chick Whitcomb and a Ford operated by Earl Crutchfield of Saco collided on the wagon bridge near the John Olson farm east of Malta. The Ford was reported to have had the best of the encounter.

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The martial spirit was evident among Malta menfolk as the Home Guards had their first drill. Thirty-five patriots reported before breakfast for what the Enterprise described as "a brisk and invigorating drill" under the direction of Drillmaster Frank.

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Miss Aurora Forsyth and Kenneth Albert Hagen of Wagner were married at the Methodist parsonage by Rev. O.P. Shenefelt. The couple planned to live on the groom's ranch near Wagner and are still there, having recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary.

75 years ago

May 28, 1942

Gov. Ford arranges deal permitting Jap field help here

Consents to adoption of plan assuring their removal when labor is done

Relief for hard pressed Montana sugar beet growers unable to secure thinning help appeared to be in sight this week as state and county governments, farmers and sugar companies hastened to swing into action with a workable plan to import Japanese evacuees for the thinning season and return them to their detention camps afterwards.

In the case of Phillips County the commissioners, sugar company and state authorities last Saturday completed a mutual agreement under which the county undertakes to provide the incoming Japanese with ordinary protection due a United States citizen and without hiring special guards. Each worker coming in has been guaranteed return transportation to his base camp and while here is under the authority of the farmer who uses them the place. Sheriff Campbell is deputizing growers who receive the labor and they will be held responsible subject to supervision by the sheriff's normal staff.

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YEP!

"Van Nesltewaight talks a great deal about his family tree."

"Yes, a family tree is much like other trees: the smallest twigs do the most rustling."

Car Seizures by government not in sight

The assurance that there is no immediate prospect of confiscation of automobiles or tires by the federal government was received by the Montana Automobile Association, motor division of Montanans, Incorporated, Sen. Robert R. Reynolds of North Carolina, chairman of the Senate military affairs committee said via telegram.

50 years ago

June 1, 1967

Winklers die in California on same day

Two prominent former Malta residents died at their home in Ventura, Calif., Sunday within a space of a few minutes.

A.F. Winkler, 77, preceded his wife in death by about 20 minutes. He was former mayor of Malta and later was president of the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce. He also was among those who laid groundwork for the Hungry Horse Dam.

He was born in Minnesota, and homesteaded in 1910 in the Havre area. She was born in Brandon, Man. They were married in 1914 at Victoria, B.C., and in 1916 they moved to Malta, where he ran a clothing-hardware store before selling out to Buttreys.

(EDITOR'S NOTE: Mrs. Winkler's first name is never mentioned in the story.)

Whitewater (by Mrs. Fred Allery, Jr.)

Bobby Anderson was a Saco business visitor on Tuesday.

A large crowd attended graduation exercises held in the school gym on Monday evening. There were eight senior and four eighth graders. Guest speaker was Max Worthington of Bozeman.

Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Flom and Debbie and Becky Scheffelmaer were supper guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Allery, Sr., Friday evening. They returned to the Fred Allery, Jr. home for coffee and cake, the occasion being Gerald's birthday.

25 years ago

June 3, 1992

Votes favor Kienenberger locally

Carol Kienenberger of Dodson has the chance to become the first female commissioner after defeating three Republican challengers in Tuesday's primary.

Kienenberger will go up against Dennis Hasler, who was unopposed on the Democratic ticket. Kieneenberger polled 628 votes to win. She was trailed by Russ Cebulski (472), John Wilke (233) and Al Minugh (219).

Hall of Fame to greet veteran football official

Malta will have three "Swedes" and a Flatt in the state hall of fame this year.

The latest "Swede" to gain recognition is Bernard "Swede" Goodheart, who will be inducted into the Montana Officials Association Hall of Fame in a ceremony slated for June 11.

Goodheart will join Malta resident Swede Fahlgren in the MOA Hall of Fame. Another Swede, Swede Hammond, is a member of the Coaches Hall of Fame. Coach Glenn Flatt was also recently inducted into the Coaches Hall of Fame.

10 years ago

May 30, 2007

Phillips County dragsters prepare for first race of the season

A Christmas tree will be the center of attention in Malta this Sunday as the Phillips County Motor Sports Association hosts its first drag races at the newly constructed strip located at the old airport.

But in this case, the Christmas tree is the elaborate set of lights used to prepare a driver for, and to signal, the start of a race.

Depending on mostly contributions of money, material and in-kind donations, the track is only a work in progress. Temporary bleachers will be in place for this race although the group hopes to have permanent bleachers seating 1,200 by September.

"Since this is only our first race, we will be happy if 40 cars show up," said association member John Carnahan.