Marquis de Mores in Montana Mystique and Mayhem
A vivid portrait recalls the Marquis de Mores to Montana's Badlands era. From a French nobleman with grand packing schemes near Medora to clashes over land fences, ambushes, and legal battles, his fortunes rose and collapsed amid cattle plans, tropical gardens, and dramatic gun actions.
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Medora von Hoffman
New York
Western Plains
Montana
Dakotas
Marquis
Montana Line
North Dakota
Medora
Middle West
Butte
Helena
Rocky Mountain
West
Hashknife Cattle
Coulee
de Mores
Frank O'Donnell
Bismarck
Harmon
O’donnell
Riley Lufsey
Waynegan
Ereupon Harmon
Margulis
O'Donnell
Lufsey
Dakota
Minnesota
Deadwood
Paris
Perp Wien
Two Million Tourists Expected in Montana Summer
Montana aims for two million visitors and 40 million dollars in spending during the 1939 tourist season led by W G Ferguson of Montanans Inc. He cites a 25 percent rise due to World Fairs and a Jubilee promotion, backed by statewide advertising and inquiries from the San Francisco Exposition and travel agencies on the West Coast.
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Montana
W. G. Ferguson
Helena
Montanans, Inc
Ferguson
Treasure State
San Francisco
New York
State Highway Commission
Butte
Marquis de Mores: Duels and Controversy Mark a Turbulent Life
The text recounts Marquis de Mores securing a concession from China, campaigning in the French chamber of deputies, and dueling foes to defend honor. A rival deputy is wounded, then a Jewish officer is killed in a sword duel. De Mores’ later life portrayed as increasingly perilous.
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de Mores
Europe
Ten Million Insurance Taken State Property Premium Is Lowered
The Montana board of examiners re insured 10081345 worth of state property against fire and other hazards at a rate cut to 75 cents per $100 value for three years with Pearl Assurance Co. Ltd. The canceled policy was 78 cents for three years. The new policy adds wind storm cyclone tornado hail explosion riot aircraft vehicle and smoke coverage and waives fallen bale clause. Cancellations on a pro rata basis with return premiums on the new policy. The former policy would have expired December 2, 1939.
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Montana Board of Examiners
Pearl Assurance Co., Ltd
Italy Reaps Over 12 Million From Silk Exports
Italy earned more than 12 million dollars in the last year from silk shipments to multiple nations. The report details substantial gains for Italian silk producers and trading partners across global markets.
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Italy
Industrious and Other Wise I Power Through
An OCR fragment notes a reflective line about industrious habit and prudent choices. It hints at personal steadiness shaping daily work and success, underscoring a mindset of diligence in daily tasks and responsibilities.
Marquis De Mores Death in Moroccan Desert Legendary Stand
The French explorer Marquis De Mores led a small party into Morocco and, betrayed by friendly guides, fought alone against a band of tribesmen. He killed twelve attackers before dying, with a punitive expedition later avenging his death and confirming his valor in the harsh desert.
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Montana
Marquis de Mores
Rench
Europe
North Dakota
Riley Lufsey
Frank O'Donnell
Dakota
Badlands
Count Fitz James
Scotland
France
Bonnie Prince Charlie
Morocco
de Mores
Algiers
Ancient Palestine Officials Announce Latin Hebrew Arabic and English
A historical report notes official matters in Palestine two thousand years ago invoking Latin Hebrew Arabic and English in public affairs and religious life.
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Palestine
Holy Land
Grasshopper Control Labor Expands in Eastern Montana
WPA workers in 13 eastern Montana counties have doubled from 178 to 358 on grasshopper control. Joseph E. Parker, state WPA administrator, said crews may peak between 500 and 600 within weeks. A bran shortage in some counties delaying bait mixing is reported amid second hopper hatchings.
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WPA
Montana
Joseph E. Parker
Parker
Faithful Dog Keeps Vigil for Dead Master
A Butte shepherd dog searches daily for his dead master George Tsekemes who died November 28. The unkept dog with matted hair tours busy streets, refusing food as neighbors watch his patient, hopeful vigil for a reunion with the beloved master.
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Butte
George Tsekemes
Butte Woman Counters Rattlesnake Myths as expert
Mrs. Lucille Meinecke of Butte rejects claims rattlers do not attack unless provoked or go blind in August. She recalls range experience in Bismarck Mandan country and asserts snakes can strike aggressively, misjudge eyesight, and renew venom sacs after bites, arguing common beliefs are wrong.
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Lucille Meinecke
Butte
Meinecke
Bismarck
Mandan
Gibraltar’s 1704 Capture reshaped Iberian history
Gibraltar formed a flashpoint as a British and Dutch fleet captured the rock from Spain in 1704, altering control of the Mediterranean. The event marks a turning point in European power dynamics and colonial conflicts of the era.
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Gibraltar
Spain
How Women in Their 40s Can Attract Men
Advice for women 38 to 52 fearing loss of appeal during menopause. Recommends fresh air sleep and Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound to boost vitality, ease nerves, and calm symptoms. Encourages trying the tonic.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
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