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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1898
Page
8
A Washington Post report describes two New Yorkers aboard a Baltimore and Ohio train indulging in heavy drinking for days. The elder financed the spree, while the younger accompanied him, with attendants repeatedly supplying alcohol until supply ran out and the pair persisted with mixed drinks.
The piece surveys the time wasted in shaving across speakers Campbell Lowthey Corbett and Corbetts reflections. It cites calculations on five to sixty minutes daily and notes humorous remarks about teaching a boy shaving with cold water to speed him.
Henry Edward Rood analyzes immigrant arrivals from Italy Poland Russia and Hungary in Pennsylvania. He notes 50 to 60 percent lacking regular occupation and about 30 percent as servants or laborers while comparing living standards unfavorably to Americans. Five years earlier Italian Rev Maujerie and the writer toured Leigh region noting lagging living standards among Ishans.
An elderly shopper argues over a filled jug in a rural shop, claiming she was charged for two gallons and a half of treacle though the jug holds only two gallons. The clerk confirms the amount was correct and the customer reluctantly accepts.
A brief fragment from a newspaper page notes a dialogue about business rashness and worry. It mentions California travel and the idea of regaining health by moving money or place, reflecting a cautionary tone about unprofitable ventures.
Administrator Benjamin Urner to sell estate of George Madison deceased by private sale or public auction in Melville Montana. Real property described as sections in Township 3 North Range 13 East Sweetgrass County with buildings and appurtenances. Personal property includes horses tools household items wagon firearm and furnishings. Sale in cash with ten percent to auctioneer day of sale and transfer by deed on court confirmation.
A July 23 dispatch from Santiago de Cuba reports GI packers of the Battle of Sentingo faced violent diarrhea while trying to move ammunition and rations. Despite illness, troops pressed on to supply forces, with attempts to obtain remedies from Chamberlain Medicine Co. and avoid halting operations.
A Troy Times excerpt describes a skilled burglar who studies habits, uses planned entry points, and avoids detection. It notes jewelers targeted with methodical breaks, including Saturday night patterns and cellar access, illustrating detectives’ use of entry methods to convict thieves.
A fragment notes Sweet Girl and Pa Mercy discussing night watch plans after burglars hit the house next door and two or three other terraces in a week. It also mentions convict labor in breach prisons, with earnings and savings, and a London figure of 200000 cigars smoked daily.
Ross Dier Mercantile Co announces the purchase of venome pure Baking Powder named Perfect with a promise that every item is as pure as chemistry can ensure. This notice emphasizes quality and reliability for customers.
Open water and winter range with hay and good sheds sufficient for 2500 head of sheep. Anyone wishing to winter sheep should write John Knox, Grey Cliff, Montana.
The text outlines how the amendment will be counted and proclaimed by the Governor, effective after proclamation. It directs official ballots to state the pro and con phrases for the November General election and authenticates copies by the Secretary of State Hogan.
The Tarlington's St Paul-Chicago Limited is billed as the most costly and beautiful train ever placed in service on a railroad west of Chicago. Bellannach by Mr. Pullman, described as the finest train that ever stood on wheels, with tickets at offices of connecting lines.
United States and Mohville Bozemia notice states Beet DooRathe rick of McScott Monte has filed intent to prove desert land claim No. Suk Chi NWA SW NW NWap NEG Sec 20 Tp 25 Rt MM before U S Commissioner Charles N Smith at Big Timber Montana on October 11, 140s. Witnesses: George Muncaster Ernest G Ingle William A Elises of McLeod Mont and Thomas Russ of Big Timber AJ Love Register.
The Treasurers Office of Sweet Grass County Montana states outstanding warrants will be paid on presentation at the treasurer’s office. Interest will accrue on the date of this notice.
An 19th century advertisement claims Bbusklen's Arnica Salve cures cuts bruises sores salt rheum fever sores chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and even piles with a money back guarantee or perfect satisfaction. Sold by Moore & Budd at 25 cents per box.
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