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Big Timber Pioneer

Location

Big Timber, Montana, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1896

Page

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Official Directory of the Sixth Judicial District

Frank Venby presides in the Sixth Judicial District covering Guiss County and surrounding areas. The directory lists county offices and key officials associated with the district court.

Sehauls Ghintinan Geo. J. Chambers Seed Gustine Roth Preasurer Holliday Sheri Goose Young, Clerk & Resorder Citas Angus A. Bailey Assussud Mery Daniels W. AL. Poorman Annie McAnelly Shank Seeed de Berkey Eee Alexander Nee GR. Bowlen Thoms Hogan Freeones Edward McLean Coseseess Lenry Aoee G Patterson Chas A. Eis A WU E. Millis G. Beattie

A C Logan Leads Eastern Montana Stock Farming

A C Logan formerly of Miles City now in Sweet Grass County is rising as a top stock farmer in eastern Montana. He operates a premier herd of thoroughbred hogs and has begun importing high grade milch cows from Iowa. He milks two cows daily, ships cream to Livingston, uses steam powered cream separators, and plans to add two more dairy cows. He will exhibit a carload of his pigs at the Custer County fair next fall to show royal brood effort to local farmers.

Yellowstone Journal A.C. Logan Miles City SweetGrass County Montana Fis Northwest Towa Lotan Livingston Creamery Ile Iowa Logan Custer County Fair

Wool Markets Drive Sheep Focus and Mutton Prospects

I C Curtis argues the wool market slump pressures dock masters to drop sheep, while lower fleece prices may boost mutton production. He notes Chicago imported more sheep in 1905 than ever, urges better mutton quality, and cites Iowa station trials comparing cattle and sheep feeding to gauge profitability.

I. C. Curtis United States Chicago Buffalo New York King Land Iowa

Feeding records compare sheep and cattle gains and costs

The record shows sheep gain about 0.44 pounds per head daily versus 2.77 pounds for cattle. Sheep eat 29.0 pounds of dry matter per thousand pounds live weight, cattle 21.3. Cost per pound of gain is 3.32 cents for sheep and 0.62 cents for cattle. The study aims to stress building a permanent, higher standard beef and sheep industry with products later sold at market. Both species will be marketed soon with the complete feeding record released.

Northern Pacific to double daily passenger trains

Northern Pacific will run two passenger trains each way daily starting about the 7th. West bound No 1 will depart around 8 15 a m and a second west bound train No 1 around 6 20 a m. East bound No 2 will leave about 5 50 p m with another east bound a short time later.

Northern Pacific St. Paul Portland Great Northern Dig Pimber

Board of Commissioners Special Session Repairs Roads and Records

In Sweet Grass County on April 4 1896 the board approved road supervisor bounds and heard a Blaikie damages case continued to June. Thomas Ross purchased a team wagon harness and blankets at public auction for 165 dollars. The board ordered new deed and mortgage records and declared a road a public highway after Davis deed filing.

Board of Commissioners Sweet Grass County J. W. Bailey P.O. Fallang Geo. I. Hudson Loard Andrew Forsythe Joseph Lay I. S. Shipton W.J. Mayborn Thomas Flanagan Thomas Ross J. A. Sauvage J. Blaikie Blaikie Rebecca M. Davis Putlang R. M. Davis Davis

New York Feeds Western Boom as Bankers Rush West

In Gotham a flood of bankers promoters and mine owners from the far west gathers as Wall Street syndicates invest in western mines irrigation canals and related ventures. Dr A A Johnson president of Wyoming State University and Frank C Condon of Omaha visit in irrigation interests.

Tiem New York Gotham Far West Wall Street Mississippi A. A. Johnson Wyoming State University

Missouri Poultry Sweet Spot Outshines Hog and Mule Exports

Missouri poultry products bring in about 15 million dollars annually, vastly exceeding hogs at 3 million and mules at 0.7 million. The industry is growing rapidly, outperforming livestock in profitability as farmers increasingly view poultry as a major enterprise beyond wheat.

Missouri Pew

Advertising Through Spring Markets

The passage suggests ads in newspapers and magazines draw interest by revealing readers desires better than they expect. It notes advertising taps indefinite wants and anticipates consumer preferences, shaping spring reading.

Tb Sayre Seeks Musselshell Wale Pay Amid Wet Season

Tb Sayre proposes a payment adjustment for Musselshell water charges during the wet season. Local officials and residents discussed a potential fourteen cents per pind rate to cover expenses and maintain service reliability.

Tiustamdiman Sayre Mtrhis Ween

Present Home Advocate For Immigrant Farmers In West

The article praises immigrants arriving in the irrigated west as potential farmers. It argues westward growth favors agricultural families over professional classes and notes satisfaction that farmers with sturdy labor are replacing itinerant workers and nonfarm professions in frontier towns. The tone is celebratory about a shift toward farming vitality.

West

Arbor Day Proclamation by Governor Richards

Governor Richards signs a Montana Arbor Day proclamation designating May 12 1896 for public observance. The note urges citizens and schools to observe the day to promote tree planting and the adornment of the state with lasting benefit.

Richards Montana

Wichita Chronicle Reports Chain Reaction Gun Incident

A Republic correspondent recounts a dramatic sequence in Wichita where a man fires a gun over his shoulder and a bullet triggers a chain reaction across four guns positioned feet apart. The tale questions readers about sending for distant goods when local merchants can supply everyday needs.

Wichita Xan The Republic Tom Chirk Smith Authoriu bin Pinatly Clark Oon

Fragmentary note on a wreath and people

A damaged OCR fragment mentions a wreath and individuals named in unclear context. The readable parts point to a small local scene with listed names and possible ceremonial action, but details are illegible.

Price lists from Jas, McMillan & Co. Inc. in Minneapolis

New price lists from Jas McMillan and Co Inc the largest hide and fur dealers in the northwest are available at this office. The firm located at 200 212 First Ave North Minneapolis Minnesota advertises regularly in the ProneEn.

Jas, McMillan & Co., Inc First Ave. North Minneapolis Minn Northwest

Senator Carter's Great Hit in Senate Debates

Washington correspondent notes Montana Senator Carter delivered a remarkable speech on silver and tariffs. Though few agreed, every senator listened intently as he spoke, with some calling him a skilled debater not to be challenged.

Washington Minneapolis Journal Congress Senator Carter Montana Montana Silverite Carter

Big Timber Club Seeks Daily Mail Route to Lewistown

The Big Timber club at its Friday meeting pushed a plan for a daily mail star route between Big Timber and Lewistown. Citizens along the Musselshell and Judith areas would gain 12 to 48 hour faster delivery, with committees appointed to present the plan to government officials.

Big Timber Club Big Timber Lewistown Fergus County Montana Melville Merino Oka Ubet Musselshell Judith

Much Ado About Nothing at March County Meeting

At the March board meeting a claim for Wim Dutton in aiding the burial of John Gibny was allowed for 3 dollars. The claim was said to be in good faith, cashed by Dutton, and later questioned as to entitlement, prompting strong public commentary on the settlement.

Board of Commissioners Wim. Dutton John Gibny Dutton Dutier Leuser

Feading The Convicts Contract Awarded At Deer Lodge

State board awards feeding contract for Deer Lodge Penitentiary to Conley & McTaene who have prior service feeding convicts. Earlier bids included Jas Hathaway and Geo Walker. the decision favors Conley & McTaene at a daily rate.

State Board of Prison Commissioners Conviers Deer Lodge Conley & McTaene Pric Ders Mary Dist Deus Ferure Guildet Conley Jas. Hathawey Geo. Walker Henesty

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Official Directory Frank Venby Juage Swrer Guiss County DeHart Hudson ON. Skillman, GC Olmstead A. Harrison Sydney Fox OW. Bailey P.O. Fullong Pank County Lee Grihern Pacific A.R Helena Butte Spokane Tacoma Seattle Duluth Fargo Grand Forks Ano Winnipeg Pullman Thane Nol Puebie Nook Atlantic Mil Japan Om and Chine Vinie Steamship Co Carponer Chas. S. Fee ST. Paul. Minn Barlington Kansas City St. Louis Are W. W. Johnston Gom's Agt Billings Frank Beley Livingston Columbus McLeod LOE Ripans Jurans Cunical Co A. Perring Carbon County A G. Natch Alp Notary Pedlic Bly ‘Wituber, Monti Offee Bank Bilding Guvney Fox Attorney AT Law Bye Timber Montina Sydney Lanner Irvine Block McLeod St Montini E M. Tall Hoor North Grand Hotel W A. Moore, M. D J. Elmoore, M.D Physicians and Surgeons Orrick—Maconres & Coss Drug Stone BE. Almas Monaanna Omice Alinas & Co Bigtimber Attorneys AT Law Maretautue Park, Carbon Sweet Grass Counties Speein Dion J.W. Dainey Gro. F. Uupson Arbor Day Ogee Atpy Otek Sor
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