Blister Rust War Continues Across Pacific Northwest
In October five hundred sixty three men in northwestern Montana eastern Washington and northern Idaho worked to halt white pine blister rust. Over five thousand workers were involved during peak season with federal forestry experts assisting. Eradication of wild currant and gooseberry bushes remains the sole control method. Winter work will prepare for burning and further brush removal where necessary.
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Idaho
Beaverhead Rock Project Delayed by Water Sale
The Beaverhead rock water control project hinges on selling 81,000 acre-feet of Jefferson river water between Dillon and Whitehall, says R J Kelly secretary of the state water conservation board. The federal funds are set, but contracts are needed before construction approval.
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Eye Color Hair Shade Linked to Emotions, UC Scientist Says
A University of California researcher reports that anger and fear relate to variations in eye color hair shade and head shape across individuals. The scientist notes observable physical differences correlate with emotional responses in the study.
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University of California
Montana Sports Tales of other days by Joe L. Markham
The piece recalls early Montana football figures and racing ventures. It recounts Jack Travis’s college backfield gambit and eventual guard role under Coach Ott Romney at Montana State College, a failed one day speed show promotion by J. Alec Sloan in Billings, and early Montana baseball leagues led by Arthur Merkle with players like Dell and Kimball. It notes 1935 Montana league continuity and 1909 intermountain football clashes plus Harold Gregg’s move to Butte and Denver’s win over Washington State.
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de Lloyd Thompson
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Jim Finlen
Arthur Perham
Hi” Kimball
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Weiser
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Brooklyn
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Treasure State News in Brief Highlights Townsenda Montana Items
Multiple short notes from Billings Anaconda Missoula Wisdom and other towns report events including an elk and antelope hunting trip summary a baby suffocation tragedy a ski tournament setup a key irrigation dam completion and local residents other varied anecdotes. John McCormack reportedly drafting a career based novel.
Husky Coach Cancels Saturday Game After Denver Win
Gil Dobie, then Husky coach, cancelled a scheduled Saturday game following Denver's victory over W. S. C. Dobie's Washington teams went eight seasons without a loss during his tenure.
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