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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1902
Page
8
Cassell's Magazine describes liquid air experiments showing metal embedding, ice formation, and suspended loads at room temperature. It also debunks Torricelli vacuum, noting that the so called vacuum is simply mercury vapor and calling it a chimera.
The Baltimore Sun reports Maryland’s female population at 598 700 vs 589 275 males, a statistical surplus of women. The piece notes the excess is not real or genuine and humorously imagines a matrimonial rush from bachelors elsewhere to marry Maryland women renowned for sweetness and beauty.
Inhabitants report a lake vanished overnight leaving only its bed. A village watchman recalls the lake’s normal state hour before discovery. Notices offering rewards for the return of the waters appear on nearby trees with “Lost Strayed or Stolen” wording. Similar disappearances have occurred elsewhere, including a one square mile lake in Japan now used for farming.
The Rail Road Digest suggests Germany may introduce platform tickets to allow companions to help passengers board trains. In Germany these tickets are bought via penny slots and permit entry to gates and staying with travelers until departure.
Quotes describe Buckskin Pete’s death at the diggings with praise for his remarkable quick draw and fearlessness. The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes Pete’s reputation and sudden end as locals discuss his notorious ability.
Mr. Forden Hunt tells Mr. Goldros he has spoken about his daughter and notes a growing bond. Mr. Goldros denies it but predicts it will soon become clear. He plans to send her abroad to gain sense as a response.
A Denver Times report presents a dying protest where a man claims he was right about his wife using an ax to bite the side of a barn with a brick, while the parson gently asks for the core of the contention. The odd exchange blends humor and a rural image in a single sly anecdote.
The Detroit Free Press recounts a prideful girl who scorned a poor suitor, only for her own family to fall on hard times the next day. A sharp exchange follows about social ranks and cabins on a sinking boat.
Dialogue fragment shows Mr Straits declaring love to Miss Slasher after a brief acquaintance. Miss Slasher responds that he has made a mistake. The scene involves Miss Misenbetter, the pawnbroker's daughter, in the next block.
Whimsical exchanges describe sea life antics with a clever dogfish tale. A bluefish questions fuss while a cod fish recalls playful urchins and a can tied to a dogfish’s tail in a lighthearted splash of ocean humor.
Chicago News notes Quinn offers failure catalog in the work and argues the author cannot advise on wealth despite many attempts. De Fonte praises listing schemes to avoid as guidance for readers on wealth.
Literary editor Naggus describes Borus last book Blue Blood as poor writing while sparing the author’s feelings.Mrs Naggus suggests framing a critique as the author’s own heart in control of the prose.
A pointer for inventors urges sending patent ideas to Swift & Co of Washington DC, claiming no dissatisfied clients and promising a confidential letter via postal card. The notice ends by mentioning the Pioneer and St. Paul Weekly Dispatch subscription offer.
For sale and to lease, by the Holland Irrigation Canal Company, several sections of fine grazing land in Sweet Grass County. Apply for information, terms and prices to A. WorRMSER, 2-6-2 President.
A circular from the Northern Pacific office in this city announces a one way settler rate effective March 1 to April 30. Tickets from St. Paul Minneapolis Duluth and the Superior entries to western points range from 15 to 26.50 dollars with destinations including Billings Livingston Thompson Falls Ellensburg Spokane Falls North and Columbia River routes among others.
Judge DeWitt died suddenly at his Butte home aged 49. Former Montana supreme court member and two year Republican national committeeman, he was a prominent state figure. In Chicago, E D Matts, Daly wing leader, former Montana legislator and respected orator, died after a notable career.
On the eve of April 5, 1902, a county wide composition contest for pupils will be held in the high school auditorium. The subject is How to Study and readings will be by the authors. Judging points include arrangement language thought and delivery A medal will be awarded to the best pupil. FT trust teachers to encourage participation.
Sheriff Hubbard of Yellowstone County injured in the Deffort wheel accident last October settles with the railroad company for 900 pounds. The case was set for trial at St Paul but the plaintiff agreed to drop it after receiving a 900 cash settlement. The company had offered 1000, medical expenses, and an annual pass. Hubbard demanded 10,000 and accepted 900 cash.
H. H. Matteson cashier of the First National Bank of Great Falls has admitted stealing 70000 dollars from bank funds. The embezzlement arose from copper speculation. Matteson was a prominent Great Falls citizen active in the business men's club church and city council.
In Montana readers are warned about a man posing as H. L. Hastings son. He claims to be a Methodist minister but is deemed a fraud. Last known location Creston Montana. Hastings had two sons who assist his widow in continuing his religious work in Boston.
The Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul railway is the official route from the Twin Cities to the National Retail Grocers Association meeting in Milwaukee January 27 to 29. Special cars depart Minneapolis 8 00 p m and St Paul 8 35 p m January 26 aboard the Pioneer Limited arriving Milwaukee 7 00 a m January 27. Round trip fare is one and a third on certificate plan with tickets on sale January 24 to 28. The Milwaukee line offers a day train from Minneapolis 7 50 a m and St Paul 8 30 a m arriving Milwaukee 7 05 p m.
The quarterly examination of applicants for teachers' certificates will be held at the courthouse on February 28 and March 1. The examination for eighth grade pupils is set for February 21 and 22.
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