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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1934
Page
2
L Cremer, under contract to supply bucking horses for county fairs, tested eight Morris brothers horses at Armington rodeo grounds with three riders to evaluate suitability for shows.
Pondera county harvest begins with grain entering elevators. Early reports show yields from 4 to 30 bushels per acre. Tom Thompson near Comrad reports grain averaging 30 bushels per acre.
Miss H. E. Cushman of Montana State College urges careful finishing of turkeys for the Thanksgiving and Christmas markets. Unfinished birds earned about $1.20 at Thanksgiving versus $2.29 for finished birds, with higher prices widening the premium for prime birds. Pool feed in drought areas to secure cheaper rations, and keep turkeys gaining continuously to reach prime condition in 26 weeks.
Montana State College extension agronomist Sam Sloan advises exploring all feed options as normal supplies are scarce. Russian thistles can help if mixed with greens and other roughage. cut while green, stack promptly, and salt between layers to keep thistles green and soft.
A special subcommittee of the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce and associates will study the elk range and available forage on the east side of the Gallatin river from Porcupine Creek to the Yellowstone Park boundary at month end.
The pampas had little animal life until European livestock arrived and drew jaguars and pumas from the Andes to prey on the herd. Saloniki Greece plans an international sample fair in September.
William Frederick Cody known as Buffalo Bill rose from Pony Express rider to Army scout and buffalo meat contractor. He fought in the Sioux War of 1876 and organized the Wild West Show in 1883 touring the nation. He died in 1917 and remains a frequent subject of books. The picture shows Buffalo Bill with Sitting Bull.
Major Evan W. Kelley regional forester at Missoula warns that a dry, stormy period has boosted man caused fires nearly 50 percent over three years while lightning and drought drive large losses. He urges public restraint and notes smoking bans and fire rules to prevent closures. Region 1 reports 853 fires so far this season across sources including smokers and lightning.
Wheat harvest in Pondera County runs two weeks with many fields yielding 20 bushels per acre and one field reporting 60 bushels. Farmers guard ripe grain from hail while straw is salvaged for fall demand.
The kingdom of Bhutan sits on the southern slope of the Himalayas and exports horses as its principal item. Local breeders supply valuable mounts to regional markets and traders. The emphasis highlights Bhutanese equine trade and geographic advantage.
Billings Livestock Commission reports over 200 carloads of Montana bred horses shipped in the first six months of the year to 13 states including Maine New York Pennsylvania Georgia Virginia and more. About 5000 horses from eight Montana points are sold at the Pierce Packing yards every other Monday attracting buyers nationwide.
Helena's 10 man pistol team, last season national champions in the second annual league matches of the U S Revolver association, will compete again as the Montana Rifle association picks Helena for its 1934 shoot. The club plans new backstops and several matches for women and junior shooters.
Large numbers of Jewish immigrants into Palestine in recent years had capital to invest when they arrived, while others still receive remittances from relatives or friends in other countries.
The article states the main stream of the Amazon river in South America runs from four to six miles wide.
The Montana division report notes July weather was hot and dry with 0.34 inch below normal rainfall. Ranges are 15 percent poorer, cattle 9 percent, and sheep 7 percent worse. Water shortages persist east of the Continental Divide and the Beaverhead area, forcing expected large livestock shipments statewide.
A cabin near Helena burned in a blaze believed sparked by high winds blowing sparks from a chimney. The four Sacramento residents lost clothing and personal effects. They were Mrs Kenneth Hammaker and two daughters, plus Miss Lillian Walte. Hammaker later worked for the Sacramento Union.
An advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment for shin relief and facial care, advising gentle rising and retiring routines. It claims quick wash with Cuticura Soap and hot water improves complexion, dandruff, itching, and rough hands.
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