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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1898
Page
5
A. F E Murray formerly of Big Timber closes his store at Courts near Bozeman and will enter mercantile business at Gebo. The county board of commissioners adjourned Friday after transacting a large amount of business.
J W Geiger departed by Tuesday night train to Preston Idaho to start a new business. He has handed his insurance affairs to Henry Nicholson in this town.
Report notes grain and other crops in fine condition on the Boulder area. The region has not endured as many rain storms as the Yellowstone and Melville country, suggesting favorable growing weather and potential recovery from prior dryness.
Ben Forsythe of Melville visited town at the start of the week and appeared in excellent spirits, likely looking forward to a favorable wool price this coming summer.
The central committee of the Silver Republican Party will meet in Big Timber on the morning of July 5. The group signals belief in the old adage that the early bird catches the worm.
Last Friday evening Busha and Baileys hall hosted entertainment that attracted a large audience and received hearty approval. Net proceeds totaled about 54 dollars.
The Electric Light and Power company in Helena has received a newly purchased 1000 light alternating current dynamo and will install it at their plant soon.
Nat Reasley arrives from the east as James Kershaw of Nichols Dupee Boston lands in town. Werman Uttermohle family reach Big Timber from Germany after six months abroad. Rev J E Pritchard preaches at St Mark's. Forty thousand pounds of wool shipped from Fridley to Big Timber. A dance at Hotel Savage Hunters Hot Springs draws attendees from nearby towns. Sydney Fox travels through from Livingston to Red Lodge amid miners strike. E H Cowles reports success in placer and quartz mining. Sheepmen optimistic on wool prices and rising profits.
A local note warns residents in Big Timber to beware of "kodak fiends" on sunny spring days as people may be shot at or attacked while out for a walk. No injuries reported in the fragment.
The Northern Puacific Railroad reports electric lights at the depot and plans to extend the platform. Two new sidetracks are nearly completed. The Atlanta Dictator praises progress and broad public appeal.
The Ladies of the Congregational Church will serve a hot lunch all day on the coming Fourth with ice cream strawberries cake candies and lemon drinks. They will set up tents on Main Street for the sale and dining.
Water levels rise but no damages reported. Big Timber Creek bridge on Melville road, washed out earlier, is nearly repaired and in use.
Feed on the range is excellent and the hills around Big Timber present a verdant appearance seldom seen in this country. There will be no lack of hay this winter if rain stops long enough to permit its being put up.
An order has been placed to upgrade the Pioneer Roller Mill, boosting output from 50 to 100 barrels per day. The mill is expected to drive regional development and handle the anticipated wheat harvest in Sweet Grass County this season.
Next Sunday at Congregational Church the morning service will feature a sermon for children on Birds and their lessons. An evening program by children and young people follows with extra seats provided.
Chas Stocker and companions from BE. O. Clark Sydney Fox Roy Skillman and Morland Fell visited Livingston on Monday for business and to see Robinsons show. They witnessed notable performances of man and beast and were especially impressed by the snakes act.
The Billings wool market opened nearly six cents stronger than last year with a 20 000 pound dip sold by P B Moss to Dewey Gould Co of Boston at 143 cents per pound. Joe Wing traveled to Billings to establish headquarters for the season.
Washington reports the Gallaher and Morris surveys on the ceded strip were rejected. Contractors or bondsmen may pursue a new survey covering land north of the first standard parallel from Stillwater river east to the Yellowstone, with sixty days to appeal for deputy surveyors.
Property owners urged to insure with Ralph S Jarrett in a local notice promoting dependable coverage. The brief highlights Jarrett as an agent offering protection options and guidance for homeowners.
Olmstead and Howard promote cheaper coal and sell fifteen two year old steers. An address is given for Joseph Felinger in Montana. J A Crawford of Billings plans a three day visit to Big Timber starting June 23 to sell milinery at cost.
An army and navy pocket guide titled Army and Navy Memorandum Brook offers maps of Cuba lists of U.S. and Spanish naval vessels interior drawings of ships and illustrations plus glossaries table distances and regimental commanders. Send ten cents and the book is yours from the General Passenger Agent of the Northern Pacific at St Paul Minnesota.
Sealed bids for a Howe Truss bridge across Big Timber Creek at Marleys crossing are due by 10 a m June 25 1898. Completion within sixty days after contract signing. Plans available from the County Clerk. The board may reject any bid as ordered by the Board of County Commissioners.
Dr. Carl Schmin the oculist and aurist of Helna will be at the Grand on Thursday the 16 inst for a one day visit.
Imperial Bicycles introduce new features and a pure Perfect brand powder claim. No better wheel sold. Sold for 45 dollars by Olmstead and Soward. Impure baking powders threaten stomach health.
The ad proclaims tents as the best and cheapest available at Olmstead and Howards, highlighting low prices and quality in a local storefront notice.
Readers are urged to switch to the Perfect Baking Powder, claiming it fixes cake failures caused by flour and ensures good results with any flour.
Local readers report a rough unverified sighting of a brand called Sheep Hookrs near Olotsteada and Koward's with unclear context or activities noted. No further details available in the fragment.
A brief item notes a notable favorite named Rock Island at Olmstead and Lowe's store. The report mentions a strong turnout and local interest in the event conducted there.
Advert says Justin line for men and Wowee s shoe range for children at UO Kellongs. It notes Pure baking powder named Perfect available at Ross-Dier Mercantile Co and highlights affordable pricing pleasing buyers.
Baker offers barbed wire and woven wire weighing 290 pounds to the mile with prices listed.
The Burlington Route claims the fastest trip to St Louis via billings offering a 9 hour and 2 minute savings over competing trains. The claim emphasizes speed and efficiency for travelers seeking the quickest route.
Cash register in first class condition offered for sale at Olmstead and Howard's. Item appears ready for immediate use by a business. Purchase location listed with vendor contact.
Fragmentary note suggests a stomach health claim for a product named Raking Powder described as demiessity pure and aiding digestion. No clear dates or organizations are visible.
The Ross-Dier Mercantile Co asserts its Perfect baking powder outperforms rivals and promises superior leavening. The claim highlights quality and reliability, positioning the brand as the top choice for households seeking best results.
A brief notice reports a single car unit named Omon setting at Olmsferd and Howard's with a price of 15 cents per quart.
A vintage promotion touts the baking powder Perfect as a cure for indigestion linked sallow complexions. The ad framing suggests improved complexion by using the product, claiming health benefits and beauty after digestion issues.
Ross-Dier Mercantile Co promotes a genuine pure Baking Powder named Perfect claiming full purity guaranteed by chemistry. The notice emphasizes product quality and reliability for shoppers.
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