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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1932
Page
7
A jumble of advertisements lists poultry sales and prices, nursery guides, used auto parts, patents materials, stamps, stamps making, to sell various goods and services. Names include Calvin L Perkins Mathiston and Milton Nursery Co Milton Oregon with prices and contact hints across multiple states.
A Florida citrus plans financier Gardner confronts a bank run and a dangerous intrusion by Jethroe as he plans marriage and guards his cash. In a tense home raid, Gardner hides the money in a stove lid trap, turning the confrontation when the assailant fires. The scene ends with Gardner revealing a self-made trap to protect his wealth.
After Gov Samuel Hauser’s resignation President Cleveland appointed Preston H Leslie of Kentucky as Montana’s governor. Leslie, a reformer, urged Sunday closing laws, higher taxes on saloons, better education, and a territorial penitentiary. He pushed for Fort Ellis land to fund a college, codified laws, and opposed political influence in institutions. He highlighted $30,000,000 annual mine output and forest losses, urging private forest ownership.
Helena report outlines Montana Motor Trades association backing a flat $5 license fee for all autos, replacing weight based taxes. The group also pushes title certificate reforms, duplicating titles like California, tax payment before used-car sale, and opposition to a state sales tax on auto products. Leaders named include H O Bell president, with Perry and Goan as other officers.
An advertise ment extols Cuticura products for facial skin, dandruff, itching and rough hands. It advises rising and retiring gently smear the face with Cuticura Ointment and washing off after five minutes with Cuticura Soap and hot water.
A Montana official thanks the Helens papers and many state outlets for wide coverage of the department's affairs. The message praises the press nationwide for its friendly, encouraging stance, noting general Montana support. Also mentions Chippewa and Sioux lodge styles and a note on European wage trends.
An advertisement claims Kruschen Salts melt fat by taking a half teaspoon in hot water each morning. It promises energy gains, clearer skin, and a younger feel after three weeks with weight loss verified on the scales. The script touts safety, a money back guarantee, and availability from leading druggists.
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