Fifteen or Twenty Youths To Represent High At Bozeman
Fifteen or twenty boys from Sweet Grass high school will attend the Young Men's Vocational Conference in Bozeman February 2 to 5. Noted educators and officials from Montana and across the nation will discuss vocations and guide students. The meeting aims to help attendees choose suitable life work and bring learnings back to their schools. Over 1100 youths attended last year with 300 stock judging teams. this year’s event expects strong participation and a parallel conference for superintendents and principals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweet Grass High School
Bozeman
M. J. Abbey
Montana State College
J. J. Tigert
United States
Commissioner of Education
George W. Forasier
Colorado Teachers College
John M. Dodson
Rush Medical College
Chicago
Louis Wallis
The
Fels Foundation
New York
Sarah Louise Arnold
Simmonds College
Boston
F. S. Harris
Brigham Young University
A. D P. Weeks
School of Education
North Dakota University
H. C. Miller
Northern Pacific Dental College
A. D. Becker
American School of Osteopathy
E. F. Flynn
Rotary
District of Minnesota
J. E. Erickson
Tom Davis
Butte
International Rotary
M. A. Brannon
University of Montana
O. R. Newman
Mountain States Telephone Company
J. V. Dwyer
GH. Clapp
Montana University
Alfred Atkinson
E. J. Klemme
Intermountain Union College
Montana
Rum Runners Planned To Drown Squealers
Weehawken witnesses testified in a Hudson county conspiracy case alleging bootleggers planned to drown two informers. The jury, composed of accused lawmen and associates, sentenced the pair to drowning before a rescuer intervened. Trial adjourned to resume tomorrow.
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Jersey City
N. J
Weehawken
Hudson River
Thomas Heagney
John Dorsey
Hudson County
William Griffin
Harry J. Stearns
McNamee
Hudson County Police
Heagney
Dorsey
Baldwin Avenue
Dillon
Vollmer
Gunewald
Hennessey
Lewis
Kelling
Griffin
Governor Nellie Taylor Ross Read Address in Mourning Dress
Wyoming Governor Nellie Taylor Ross delivered her legislative message in Cheyenne wearing a widow’s veil and deep mourning attire. She entered with a large escort, spoke 44 minutes in a barely audible voice, and received applause and compliments from lawmakers. the Senate and House later honored the late Governor William B. Ross with a joint resolution and adjourned.
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Cheyenne
Wyo
Nellie Taylor Ross
Wyoming
Hall of Representatives
Ross
Senate
House
William B. Ross
Costly lessons at the riverbank
An inexperienced man asks about the price of the floats while the seasoned angler explains. The novice offers ten cents for a float that has sunk, revealing a humorous mishap during a calm fishing day on the riverbank.
Alcohol Cargo Worth $500000 Seized in St Paul
Three car loads of alcohol valued at $500,000 were seized in St Paul by federal prohibition agents led by Maurice Silverman. The liquor, reportedly stolen from a Philadelphia distillery, was traced from Philadelphia to Elkhart Ind and Chicago where four men were arrested. The three cars were attached to a St Paul bound freight train and guarded until arrival at three different local addresses.
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ST. Paul
Minn
Philadelphia
Prohibition Enforcement
Minnapolis
Maurice Silverman
Northwest
Silverman
Twin Cities
Elkhart
Ind
Chicago
Pension Money Worth While for Civil War Veterans Abroad
Civil War veterans living in Germany and Austria received back pensions from the United States after World War I. Accounts suspended during the war were repaid, with some individuals collecting up to 2,800 dollars each, equaling more than 50,000,000 marks. About 220 Germans and ten Austrians draw regular Civil War pensions, making them among the wealthy few.
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Germany
United States
Austrian
Edison May Arrange For Further Gabfest
Edison drew a careful line on death communications. He outlined a testable system to receive authenticated messages after life, distinct from spiritualism, stressing verifiable, telegraph like signals and no mediums. He said details would follow in a few days.
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Orange
N. Y
Thomas A. Edison
Mr. Edison
Edison
Jazz Murder Girl Faces Juvenile Court In Coast City
Sixteen year old Dorothy Ellingson known as the jazz murder girl confessed to shooting her mother last Tuesday morning in San Francisco. Her case draws attention to nightlife and social conditions with three cabaret musicians in custody and a public defender acting for her. The coroner ruled the death a gunshot by Dorothy and hinted at possible involvement by others. The hearing moves to juvenile court this week as welfare workers ministers and editors debate the case.
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San Francisco
Dorothy Ellingson
Frank J. Egan
Joseph Ellingson
Earl
Dorothy
Sningson
James L. Gordon
First Congregational Church
Aunt Emmy Warns Helen About Bearer Checks
In a dialogue, Aunt Emmy lectures Helen on proper check writing after a bearer check is cashed. She explains the risk of cashiering checks made payable to bearer or cash and advises always writing the payee and signing and indorsing carefully to avoid theft and loss.
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Emmy
Helen
Aunt Emmy
Anne B. Aymes
Transparent eels reveal symmetrical seven spot pattern
Government bureau researchers in Washington report that transparent larval eels show seven black spots arranged along the body. Three spots lie on the left and four on the right, forming a symmetrical appearance when viewed through the eel.
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Animal Kingdom
Washington
New York Herald
Time as an endless miracle and silent force
The passage extols time as an ilimitable, silent force that continually rolls forward like a universal tide. It likens existence to exhalations and apparitions, calling time a literal miracle beyond words.
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Cuartyle
Moses Hidden on Island of Roda Opposite Cairo
The text states that Arab tradition says Pharaoh’s daughter found Moses in the bulrushes on the island of Roda opposite Cairo. At the island’s southern edge lies the nilometer, a square well with an octagonal pillar marked in cubits used to measure the Nile’s rise for over a millennium.
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Cairo
Roda
Vphaurach
Moses
Food for Goldfish Diet Alternatives
The article notes that animalculae in water are insufficient, and when commercial fish food is unavailable, goldfish can be fed crushed vermicelli, ants eggs, snail worms, aquatic larvae and greens like lettuce and watercress. Bread crumbs may be used but should not remain in the water.
Varnish on Wallpaper Suggested for Longevity
A home furnishing note recommends varnish on wallpaper to preserve it longer and allow cleaning with a damp cloth. The finish may be shiny and a potential drawback.
Regions Named After Rulers: Everest Falls and Albert Nyanza
Mount Everest was named for Sir George Everest, surveyor general of India. Victoria Falls on the Zambezi honors Queen Victoria, and Albert Nyanza in East Central Africa pays tribute to Prince Albert, consort to Queen Victoria.
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Mount Everest
George Everest
India
Victoria Falls
Zambesi
Queen Victoria
Albert Nyanza
Central
Africa
Prince Consort
Fragrance Spread Among Flower Colors in 80S Varieties
Observation shows scent in about twenty percent of total flowers. Red and yellow blooms most often emit fragrance, while violet blue varieties rarely scent. Of 80S violet blue types, only 13 bear fragrance.
Buried watch found in Avoca potato hill
A woman's watch buried on John Briggs's Avoca New York farm was unearthed by potato diggers after 17 years. The crystal remained unbroken and the watch was in good condition.
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John Briggs
Avoca
N. Y
Edible Muskrats in Eastern and Midwestern Markets
The flesh of the muskrat is valued differently but sold widely in markets across the East and Middle West. Retailers label them marsh rabbits with a flavor described as similar to wild duck.
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East
Middle West
Ancient New Year Beginnings Across Civilizations
The Athenians began their year in June, Romans moved from March to January, Persians marked August 11, Macedonians used September, and the Mohammedans in July. This overview notes varied calendars and year-start traditions across cultures.
Uncle Eben Warns on Jaywalking Risks
In a Washington Star quote, Uncle Eben urges firm conduct to stay on the straight path, warning that those who misbehave face big risks like any other jaywalker.
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Uncle Eben
Washington Star
Colors in Brass Coloring Process Discovered Colors Range
A new process enables braes in brass to achieve colors from bright yellow and orange to red and blue. The discovery outlines a method to color brass surfaces across a spectrum.
Unassailable Argument About Weather and Overcoats
A concise proverb notes the east wind brings a cold that demands an overcoat, declaring arguing with the inevitable futile and urging practical preparation.
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Lowell
Quotation on the Average Man by Des Moines Register
The item quotes the Des Moines Register saying the trouble with the average man is he thinks himself above average. This brief card notes a wry reflection on self-perception and social norms.
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Des Moines Register
Volcano Still Alive at Mount Popocatepetl Mexico
Mount Popocatepetl in Mexico remains active with ongoing smoke emissions though no eruption has occurred since 1540. The smoking mountain draws scientists and visitors seeking updates on its status and potential hazards.
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Popocatepetl
Mexico
Built for Speed Sailfish Breaks Speed Record in Lure
The sailfish is described as built for speed and capable of running out 100 rods of line in under three seconds, illustrating extraordinary seafaring performance.
Portuguese Clash With Mistletoe Over Decoration Superstition
The Portuguese reportedly hold a superstitious dislike of mistletoe and will not use it as a decoration. This belief shapes seasonal display choices and cultural practices observed in households and public spaces.
Hint for Bride A Woman's Duty in Marriage
A wry note advises that a wife should avoid letting her husband realize she is smarter than he is, framing wit as a social guideline for harmony in the home.
Speed Limit Only They don't need parking restrictions on the road to ruin
Los Angeles Times notes argue against adding parking restrictions, urging focus on broader road safety. The column cites traffic concerns and policy debates, framing parking rules as ineffective against wider transport issues.
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Los Angeles Times
Thorpe Like Creature Drills Stone With Hidden Power
A small sea creature resembles an oyster and bore holes through stone using a drill like organ. Researchers describe its powerful tool enabling niche geologic piercing and mineral access.
Billings Veteran to Receive Silver Citation Star
Horace W. Bivins of Billings is to receive a silver citation star from the war department for gallantry at the battle of Santiago on July 1, 1898. He was cited for conspicuous bravery in general orders issued February 13, 1900 while a sergeant in troop G, 10th cavalry.
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Billings
Horace W. Bivins
War Department
Santiago
Cuba
10Th Cavalry
Sargeant Bivins
United States
France
Bivins
Scott Leavitt
Robert C. Davis
At The Churches January 25 Lutheran and Norwegian services
Sunday school at 10:00. Norwegian services Sunday morning. Evening services at Livingston at 7 30 p m. U P League 7 00 p m. Choir rehearsals Tuesdays at 7 00 p m. Confirmation class Saturdays at 10 o'clock. Reverend A A Holbeck pastor.
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Lutheran Church
A. A. Holbeck
Livingston
St Josephs Church Schedules Sunday Services and School
St Josephs Catholic Church holds services every second and fourth Sunday led by Rev Father Hennessy. Congregational Church conducts Sunday School at 10 a.m.
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St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
Father Hennessy
St Mark's Episcopal Church Announces Sunday Services
St Mark's Episcopal Church invites worshipers to attend Sunday services led by Rector Rev. J. W. Hard at 11 o'clock each week.
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St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
J. W. Hard
Evangelical Church Announces Sunday Services
The Evangelical Church led by Pastor Rev. N. A. Eller schedules Sunday school at 10 a.m. and preaching at 11 a.m. C. E. services occur at the parsonage Sunday evenings at 7 30, with a prayer service Friday at 7 30 p.m.
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Evangelical Church
N. A. Eller
Arcade
Seventh Day Adventist Sabbath School Session
Elder A. J. Lockett leads the Seventh Day Adventists with a Sabbath school gathering at 2 p m. Pastor delivers remarks and invites members to attend.
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Seventh Day Adventists
A. J. Lockett
Alias Summons for Publicatio n in Montana Court Case
Montana district court issues alias summons for Olaf Sand plaintiff against Bessie Porter Blackwell Lee W Blackwell Sweet Grass Abstract and Audit Co and Leslie P Jackson defendants to foreclose a 1917 mortgage on 320 acres in Sweet Grass County and recover 1200 plus costs. Also notice closing voter registration for Big Timber City Election April 6 1925.
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District Court
Sixth Judicial District
State of Montana
Sweet Grass
Olaf Sand
Bessie Porter Blackwell
Lee W. Blackwell
Sweet Grass Abstract and Audit Company
Leslie P. Jackson
T. A. Strong
Sweet Grass County
Montana
Montana Principal Meridian
United States
J. E. Rees
Big Timber
Foreclosure Suit In Montana District Court
The District Court of Sweet Grass County Montana issues a summons against Anna Esp Henry Esp Alva Esp Lavold and others including Swan Ueland Commercial Bank and Trust Company to answer a complaint seeking foreclosure of a mortgage deed dated July 27 1920 on 320 acres in Sweet Grass County. Plaintiff August Beisig seeks $2000 principal plus interest and costs with a sale of described lands to satisfy sums due. Witness dated December 30 1924 and attorneys Davis and Kelly.
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Anna
Ole T. Esp
Anna Esp
Henry Esp
Alva’ Lee Esp
Alma Esp Lavold
Stanley Lavold
Oscar Esp
Beulah Esp
Arthur, T. Ellison
Gunder Gjerde
Swan Ueland
Commercial Bank and Trust Company
Joseph A. Hanlon
Mary Doe Olson
State of
Montana
August Beisigi
Sweet Grass County
County of
Sweet Grass
Montana Meridian
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Professional Directory
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J. W. Church
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Big Timber Hospital
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