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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
4
A 1902 editorial denounces juries as a farce after a not guilty verdict in a cattle rustling case. It argues jurors bow to attorney rhetoric, urges stockmen to aid officers, and warns that acquittals encourage further theft and danger to property.
Public notice from the Montana State Land Office announces on May 28, 1902 at 10 a.m. sale by public auction at the County Court House in Big Timber of extensive state land parcels in Sweet Grass County. Purchasers pay 30 percent at sale, balance by penal obligation over seven years with 7 percent interest. minimums set at 10 per acre and state limits of 160 acres agricultural and 640 grazing per buyer. remaining lands offered for lease for up to five years at 4 percent of appraised value per acre. Occupants must attend to exercise preference rights and provide bonds from two solvent locals.
The Yellowstone Leader denounces President Roosevelt as a "young stripling who loses his" while Tri-County News notes the growing discord and public opinion surrounding his leadership.
A Montana observer argues Teddy Roosevelt lacks a solid record, mocking his critic's moral stance and question of fidelity to public service while implying the critic overvalues material gains observed in the region. The piece weighs public service and leadership against sensational criticism.
Prof. Davis the principal outlines a new closing exercise featuring field sports at the race track including foot racing jumping vaulting and basketball with liberal prizes. An invitation will go to county schools and patrons at home will also be invited. Students practice daily eager for a grand event.
A recent arrival from the old country joined local youths in riding the west bound noon train by hanging onto the handle bars. The rider slipped off near the depot, hitting the ground hard but escaping serious injury. He vows not to repeat the stunt.
Travel via the Sunshine Route from St. Paul or Minneapolis to Los Angeles in four days with a southern Pacific Coast itinerary. The special routed Pullman sleeping car runs every Tuesday during the season, with a personally conducted feature west of the Missouri river. For details and cheapest rates, request the Sunshine folder from J. T. Conley assistant general passenger agent CMStP Ry St. Paul.
The Fortnightly Club met at Mrs. Mirrielees home for an evening of southern writers. Members presented programs including Favorite quotations Club Selections from Paul Dunbar Southern Orators and Incidents of Slavery Times with strong readings by Prof. Davis Mr. Enoe and Mr. Smith.
Advertises American Plan dining on Nickel Plate trains from Chicago to New York and eastern points with no excess fare. Highlights meals in dining cars under an American club plan. Rates from 35 cents to 81 dollars with schedules and folders available from John Y. Calahan at Chicago offices.
Judge Theodore Rice joins Charles Ayres of Rossland B C and Miss Mary E Loney of this city in marriage last evening. Bride formerly resided at Peters ranch on Big Timber Creek. Also notices a furnished house for summer rent and rooms with modern amenities at the Anderson House run by Jas Anderson.
A household tip explains cleaning and polishing furniture by washing small sections with warm soapy water, drying quickly with a flannel, then applying a linseed oil and kerosene mixture. After resting, rub vigorously to achieve a glassy shine. Open windows to dissipate odor.
A cartoonish exchange on the canal towpath features a farmer’s horse and the canalboat mule debating walks. The mule quips that it draws the line on exercise, hinting at a playful, lighthearted strip from the Philadelphia Press.
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