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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 25, 1917

Mr. and Mrs. P.H. Anderson entertained at 1 o’clock Christmas dinner. Places were laid for 16. The table was decorated in the national colors, red, white and blue, and a large Christmas cake formed the beautiful centerpiece. The Foster home was the scene of a merry Christmas dancing party tonight. It’s also the 21st wedding …

December 27, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 24, 1917

The 11th birth anniversary of Martha Birchby occurred today. Several of her friends were invited to spend the afternoon for the occasion. The rooms were darkened, and a tree lighted, which was very beautiful with red and green paper decorations and lights. Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Massey motored to the PK ranch today. A pretty …

December 27, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 23, 1917

Mr. H.E. Arnold of Lodge Grass, Mont., has been in Sheridan for the past two days attending to business matters. He returned home this morning, accompanied by Miss Mabel, who will spend her Christmas holidays at home. Mr. Arch Tompkins of Arvada is in Sheridan for one or two days on a business trip. Col. …

December 27, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 22, 1917

Last night’s concert at the Linden School auditorium, being a song recital by Mrs. Ethel Virgin O’Neil, was poorly attended despite the fact that the program was well calculated to attract all of Sheridan’s music lovers. Mrs. O’Neil’s selections were of diverse character, and the recital was a musical success. Mr. Edwin

December 22, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 21, 1917

Mr. Fred Owens is in Sheridan on a little business trip and will return to his home in Parkman at an early date. Mr. and Mrs. William Hoffman and their son and daughter, Mr. Floyd and Miss Jessie Hoffman, returned to their home in Clearmont last evening after a very pleasant visit in Sheridan. The …

December 21, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 20, 1917

Mr. G.C. Benham of Sheridan has gone to Arvada on a business trip. He expects to return early in the week. Mrs. Charles Mueller of Decker, Mont., is the guest of friends while in Sheridan for her Christmas shopping expedition. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Holly of Parkman are enjoying a few days of Christmas shopping …

December 20, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 19, 1917

The school children of Sheridan are to be the guests of the Enterprise this afternoon to see “The Man Without a Country” at the Gem theater. This is a remarkable picture and has made a wonderful hit with young people everywhere. Mrs. Ethel Virgin O’Neil, prima donna of the Lucerne Opera, will give a song …

December 19, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 18, 1917

A social event which is exciting much interest in Sheridan, and which is by far the most fashionable of the season, is the wedding tonight of Miss Ruth S. Brooks, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.H. Brooks, and Mr. Adolph G. Yonkee, son of Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Yonkee. All are of Sheridan. Silk petticoats …

December 18, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 17, 1917

In order to accommodate those who are unable to mail their Christmas parcels during regular hours, Postmaster Canfield has arranged to keep the post office registry window open until 9 p.m. for the sale of stamps and handling of parcels starting tomorrow. The window will be open late through Dec. 24. George W. Scales, who …

December 18, 2017

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A Look Back in Time: Dec. 16, 1917

A post card has been received from Joe Neilson, former member of the Sheridan Enterprise staff, who joined the Navy soon after declaration of war against Germany. He announces that he is leaving on a submarine for parts unknown. The Jackson Stationery Company says stationery is a most acceptable gift this year. The Fair & …

December 18, 2017

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