Columbus Day Debates and Holiday Observance Opinions
The column critiques Columbus Day as a holiday in Montana and lists widely observed holidays. It argues over ignorance of the holiday’s meaning, questions the proliferation of holidays, and contrasts public decorum with civic duty. It tribute references Associate Justice Harlan’s consistency in judgment and Sabbath defense.
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Montana
Lincoln
Washington
Harlan
City wholesale price programs spread across Europe and U S
European cities are supplying commodities to residents at wholesale prices to counter high living costs. Officials buy directly from producers and sell to the public at the lowest possible prices. Indianapolis reportedly followed with a government driven price relief effort after a local grocery combine allegedly pushed prices up. The mayor ordered potatoes from producers and distributed them at cost, expanding orders to meet demand as a new mercantile approach.
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Europe
Thistles as a Public Nuisance in Agricultural Areas
The Acantha notes statutes on thistles and urges action to prevent their spread. It warns these weeds, if allowed to start, become a persistent pest and menace to crops, jeopardizing the agricultural region’s wellbeing.
Billings Wins Blue Ribbon for City Progress and Publicity
Billings earns the blue ribbon among Montana cities for progress and publicity as residents raise 26,000 to advertise the city and its territory to the outside world. The sizable investment is framed as the best move the city has made for growth and recognition.
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Billings
Montana
Governor Norris Speech Cites Last Thursday in November
The text notes Governor Norris should address the last Thursday in November with a formal invocation beginning “Whereas.” The remark frames a forthcoming statement likely tied to a ceremonial or legal proceeding. The passage emphasizes the ceremonial tone and constitutional phrasing.
Surveyors Arrive at Vaughn Amid Train Stop Confusion
A party of fifteen Great Northern surveyors halted at Vaughn on Saturday causing a brief stir before the group regained control of the scene.
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Great Northern
Vaughn
Election Notice for School Bond Vote in Montana
Notice to voters in school district No 12 Teton county Montana of an election November 15 1911 at Bynum to decide on coupon bonds 1200 dollars at not more than 6 percent interest for up to 15 years to buy a school jet and build and furnish a schoolhouse polls open 2 pm to 6 pm John Laterdie clerk posted October 1911
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Teton County
Montana
Bynum
The Wing of a Bird
The vertebrate limb shows a process of modification from upper arm to forearm and then to digits. Birds retain three and a half fingers of their ancestral five, reflecting a shift from grasping to flight adaptation.
Notice of dissolution of Roberson and Jacobson firm
Dissolution of the partnership Roberson & Jacobson in Chateau Mont. by mutual consent. E. J. Roberson buys Paul Jacobson’s interest and assumes all debts. creditors urged to contact E. J. Roberson. Dated Oct. 17, 1911 in Chateau.
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Roberson & Jacobson
Chateau
L'Etor
Mortana
Mutual Cornseat
EB. J. Roberson
Paul Jacobson
E. J. Roberson
Mont
Man's Essay on Pope From Armstrongs Teaching of Scientific Method
A Punch London remark notes confusion between Alexander Pope and the pope in an essay on the proper study of man. It cites Armstrongs Teaching of Scientific Method and warns that students may be misled by biographical naming confusion.
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Pope
Armstrong
A. Pope
Alexander
London
Punch
Notice of Contest by Interior Land Office Filing
Notice to Mack Lutts of Great Falls Montana that Dean Bf Watermin of Vollins Montana filed Aug 2 1911 to cancel Lutts entry No 9703 dated Oct 5 1909 for NE 1 4 Section 5 Township 24 N Range 2 W Montana Principal Meridian on grounds Lutts abandoned claim and failed to improve. Requires answer within twenty days after fourth publication with proof of service. first publication Oct 19 1911.
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Department of the Interior
United States Land Office
Mack Lutts
Great Falls
Montana
Dean Bf. Watermin
Vollins
Tlle
North East
Township
Kk. LL. Barnes, Register
First Pub
British Use of Boston Churches in 1776 Explored
The note recalls that in 1776 British forces occupied Boston with one church serving as a riding school, three as barracks, and one house used for firewood storage, reflecting wartime use of religious buildings.
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Itt
Boston
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