BirthAnnouncement for Local Couple's Daughter
A little daughter was born to Mr and Mrs John Asbury of this place on Sunday.
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John Asbury
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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1898
Page
5
County Attorney Sidney Fox Visits Sister Nellie Fox
County Attorney Sidney Fox and his sister Miss Nellie Fox were seen in Livingston on Tuesday as they visited local residents and attended community events. The outing drew attention from neighbors and highlighted their public profile in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Fox
Nellie Fox
Livingston
Visitors From Fish Creek Attend Week In Town
Otto Maerchan and J. C. Farrington visited from Fish Creek the first of the week. Sunday School remains at Congregational Church next Sunday as Mr. Bostwick leaves for McLeod. A dance in Melville on June 10 for Cuban benefit is postponed due to bad weather. William Cochran, recently with Babcock and Miles Hardware at Castle, will stay through summer. Sheep shearers line Big Timber streets awaiting better weather to head to county points for work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Maerchan
J. C. Farrington
Fish Creek
Congregational Church
Mr. Bostwick
McLeod
Melville
Wm. Cochran
Babcock & Miles
Castle
Vrious
Mote from Scripture Adorns Congregational Church Wall
A beautiful scripture motif decorates the wall of the Congregational Church. It is the work of Photographer Cooper of the Art firm Benjamin & Cooper, now located in Big Timber. Mr. Cooper is master of his art.
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Congregational
Cooper
Benjamin & Cooper
Big Timber
Bridge work to finish on Melville road this week
The county surveyor says the bridge across Big Timber Creek on the Melville road will be completed this week. Afterward a crew will repair the old Melville road and ensure it is in good condition before wool clips are handled.
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Big ‘Imber Creek
Melville Road
Absarokee visitor and county board session noted
B K Fisher of Absarokee visited town early in the week. The county board met in regular session on Monday. A Congregational Sunday school plans a fine Children’s Day program for Sunday evening the 19th. News arrived of the death of Geo Scott in Seattle Washington. Mr Scott was a well known state newspaper man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. K. Fisher
Absarokee
Board of County Commissioners
Congregational S. S
Geo. Scott
Seattle
Washington
Scott
Antony Arneson Plans Support for Land Claim
Last Saturday Antony Arneson laid final plans backing his claim for parcels in Section 30 Township 2 North Range 14 East and adjacent NE SE and NE 13 SE of the same township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antony Arneson
N. E
S. E
Skillman Returns from Livingston After Clerk Duties
GC N Skillman came back Sunday from Livingston where he aided the district court clerk's office during the illness of Mr J W Bailey.
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GC. N. Skillman
Livingston
District Court
J. W. Bailey
Elks Ball and Banquet Attended by Local Guests
Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Ross Miss Bessie Mirrielees and Messrs W. A. Moore and E. M. Hall attended the ball and banquet given by the Elks in Livingston Tuesday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. Ross
Bessie Mirrielees
W. A. Moore
E. M. Hall
the Elks
Livingston
Preparations for July Fourth Celebration in Big Timber
Preparations for the Fourth of July celebration in Big Timber are progressing rapidly with expectations of one of the best events ever held. The town anticipates a large turnout and a festive program to mark Independence Day.
Berkland and Halvorson Tie Wedding at Big Timber Home
Mr. Ola Berkland and Mr. Inga Halvorson were married by Rev. E. D. Nastwick at his residence in Big Timber on a Saturday in June. They plan to reside in Big Timber after the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ola Berkland
Inga Halvorson
Howie
E. D. Nastwick
Big Timber
Beeson Visits Livingston After Rain Pauses School
J B Beeson traveled from East Boulder on Saturday and went to Livingston on Sunday for a week long visit after he closed school due to rainy weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.B. Beeson
Boulder
Livingston
Two Farces at Busha and Baitleys Hall for Episcopal Church Benefit
Two amusing farces will be staged at Busha and Baitleys's hall tomorrow evening to help the Episcopal church in Big Timber. Admission costs 50 and 35 cents with tickets available at Moore and Budd's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Busha & Baitleys
Episcopal Church
Big Timber
Moore & Budd
Nelson Sees Rain Delays Threaten Gallatin Grain
Wm. Nelson of McLeod said in town Sunday that continued rain would hinder harvests in the Gallatin valley this summer and leave little grain to raise.
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Wm. Nelson
McLeod
Gallatin Valley
Nelson
Work train and Japanese arrive to build new side track
A work train and a large number of Japanese workers arrived in Big Timber on Sunday to construct a new side track. The current two side tracks are described as entirely inadequate for the company’s business at the location.
Sinking of Merrimac at Santiago Channel
Dispatch from Mole Hayti reports that the Merrimac was sunk in the channel of Santiago at 4 p m on June 3 under Naval Constructor Hobson and seven men. Prisoners of war included two lightly wounded. A flag of truce from Spanish Admiral Cervera acknowledged their bravery and exchange consideration was requested. Six Spanish ships remain in Santiago harbor.
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Mole
Hayti
Navy Department
Santiago
Hobson
Cervera
Atlantic
Ambassador Hay Protest Over Spanish Use of Canada as Base
Ambassador Hay called at the foreign office Monday and presented evidence that Spanish officials are using Canada as a base for hostile actions. He protested the practice as a neutrality breach for Britain to allow such use of its territory. Hay also cited small British exports of war munitions to Spain.
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Ambassador Hay
Foreign Office
Canada
Great Britain
Hay
Spain
Navy Bulletin On Cavite Actions And Aguinaldo’s Movements
Admiral Dewey reports insurgents active in Cavite province with several Spanish losses and about 1800 prisoners. Cavite arsenal prepared for U S occupation. Masnilla dispatch notes heavy Spanish casualties and native defections. Aguinaldo surrounds Manila by rail and river control. hunger threatens surrender. Spanish prisoners reportedly treated well. few excesses occur.
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Navy Department
Dewey
Cavite
Times
Mas Nilla
Inss
Aguinaldo
Manila
Admiral Dewey
The Difference Between Life Size and Heroic Statues
A Chicago Record note explains that life size statues depict a man as large as he was while heroic size statues reflect how big he thought he was. The quote contrasts practical likeness with aspirational grandeur.
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Chicago Record
German rule restricts poison sales to written orders
In Germany, to prevent poison being obtained for evil purposes, none is allowed to be sold without a written order or certificate from a physician.
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Germany
Bid Notice for Howe Truss Bridge at Marley’s Crossing
Sweet Grass County Montana invites sealed bids for a one span Howe Truss bridge over Big Timber Creek at Marley’s crossing with approaches. Bids due June 25 1898 by 10 a.m. Contract to be finished within sixty days. Plans from County Clerk. board may reject any bid. J H W Moore Clerk of Board
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Board of County Commissioners
Sweet Grass County
Mont
Big Timber Creek
Marley's Crossing
Montana
J. H W. Moore
Buard
Special Mention Insure Property with Ralph S Jarrett
Insurance notice urges property owners to seek coverage through Ralph S Jarrett offering guidance on policies and savings.
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Ralph S. Jarrett
Blacksmith Coal Sold Cheap at Olmstead and Howard's
Olmstead and Howard's offered coal at unusually low prices for blacksmiths and builders with a promise of immediate delivery and better warmth value this season. The ad underscores affordability and quick service for practical shop use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olmstead & Howard's
Livingston resident awaits delayed book delivery
Mrs M A Yeaton of Livingston is in town to collect books sold here but not yet arrived. Delivery will be about ten days away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Yeaton
Livingston
Army and Navy Memorandum Book Available from Northern Pacific
The Northern Pacific announces a pocket sized Army and Navy Memorandum Book with Maine cuts Cuba map naval vessel lists ship illustrations navy army glossary and corps commanders distance tables and regimental leaders. Send ten cents to S. Fee General Passenger Agent Saint Paul Minnesota to obtain the book.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific
Maine
Cuba
U.S
S. Fee
Sa. Paul
Minn
Dr Carl Scholin to Visit Helena Grand on Thursday
Oculist and autist Dr Carl Scholin of Helena will be at the Grand on Thursday the 16th for a one day engagement.
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Carl Scholin
Helena
Imperial Bicycles Introduce New Features
Imperial Bicycles unveil new features for their bikes marking an upgrade in design. Olmstead and Jloward offer these bicycles at forty five dollars, highlighting value and accessibility for customers.
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Imperial Bicycles
Olmstead & Jloward
Pure Perfect Baking Powder Keeps Stomach Calm
Consumers report no indigestion when using the Pure Perfect baking powder, claiming it settles stomachs and avoids discomfort associated with impure brands.
TENTS at Olmstead and Howard's Cheapest in West
A West market item notes tents offered by Olmstead and Howard's with the lowest prices advertised. The notice emphasizes affordability and local availability for outdoor shelter needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olmstead & Howard's
Perfect Baking Powder boosts results with any flour
Readers learn flour is not to blame for cake failures but baking powder. Try the "Perfect" Baking Powder for reliable rises and better pastry outcomes with any flour.
Sheep Hooks Montana Brand Sold at Local Store
A local retailer stocks Sheep Hooks brand Montana models at Olmstead and Howard's, highlighting new inventory for farmers and ranchers seeking durable fencing supplies.
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Montana
Olmstead & Howard's
Rock Island Plows Complete Line at Olmstead and Howard's
An item notes Rock Island Plows present a complete line at the Olmstead and Howard's location. The brief entry records stock availability and shop display details for local customers.
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Rock Island Plows
Olmstead & Howard’s
Kellogg announces new line of boots and shoes
H O Kelloggs debuts a full range for men women and children. Ross Dier Mercantile Co advertises Pure Baking Powder Perfect as a value option.
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Justin
H. O. Kelloggs
Seed and field crop bulk sale by Olmstead and Howards
Fresh garden seed and field crops including field pen grass lawn grass and mangel wurtzel seed offered in bulk by Olmstead and Howards with delivery or pickup options likely advertised in a local newspaper classifieds section.
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Olmstead& Howards
Barbed Wire and Woven Wire Prices Noted
Fragmentary listing notes ker barbed wire weighing 290 pounds to the wire and mentions fancy woven wire with prices described as the lowe at an unspecified source. The text is incomplete and lacks full details on quantities dates or sellers.
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Olmstead & Howard's
The Burlington Route Claim for Fastest St Louis Trip
The Burlington Route promotes a fast line to St Louis claiming travelers save 9 hours and 21 minutes versus all other routes. The ad highlights bil lions and Burlington branding as markers of speed and efficiency.
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St. Louis
Burlington
Cash register in first class condition for sale
A cash register in first class condition is offered for sale at Olmstead and Howard's. The listing emphasizes quality and readiness for immediate use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olmstead & Howard’s
Stomach says best friend, Perfect Raking Powder praised
An unnamed note extols the stomach as a best friend and lauds the Perfect Raking Powder as chemically pure and aiding digestion.
Perfect Baking Powder Endorsed by Ross-Dier Mercantile Co
A historical note praises Perfect baking powder as superior to any competing brands. The Ross-Dier Mercantile Co endorses its quality, suggesting buyers should choose Perfect for reliable baking results.
Onion Set Sale at Olmsferd and Howard's
One car of onion sets at Olmsferd and Howard's sold for 15 cents per quart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olmsferd &Howard’s
Purity Claim Touts Baking Powder Perfect as Health Guard
An advertisement asserts the Baking Powder Perfect prevents sallow complexions from indigestion, promising a plain and healthy complexion with continued use.
Perfect Pure Baking Powder Guarantee by Ross-Dier Co
The Ross Dier Mercantile Company announces the purchase of genuine pure baking powder named Perfect and guarantees its purity to the fullest extent chemists can ensure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ross-Dier Mercantile Co
Also Mentioned on This Page
Commodore Dewey
The
Ross-Dier Mercantile Company
Pingree & Smith
Ross-Dier Mole. Co
Royal
Royal Baking Powder CO
New York
WAR News
London
Newton
Army
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