Cattle as a Substitute for Wheat Across Western Canada
Western Canada faces a wheat overproduction crisis labeled a national calamity by many, but senators Riley and Laird urge a measured view. They highlight farmers shifting to cattle, reducing crop costs, and boosting meat output as a path to recovery, with emphasis on smaller, intensive farms, soil renewal, and debt restructuring debates.
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UAWA
Canada
D. E. Riley
Alberta
West
H. W. Laird
Saskatchewan
Regina
Riley
Game Commission May Shorten Open Grouse Season
Attorney General L A Foot advised the state fish and game warden that the commission can close any hunting and trapping area for limited periods to protect recently stocked areas or prevent depletion of game and non game birds. This authority covers sharp tailed blue fool ruffed grouse and prairie chickens.
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State Fish and Game Commission
L. A. Foot
Robert H.hill
State Fish and Game
Mining Pioneer Visits Gold Site Then Mines In Butte
Mrs. Scott attended a service at Niesler where a marker marks where gold was first found in Silver Bow county. She then descended 3,000 feet underground in a Butte mine with Mrs. Woodside. The pair returned home Monday evening.
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Niesler
Silver Bow County
Scott
Butte
Woodside
Firemen Picnic Draws Big Crowd on Sunday
Community event features multiple races and contests with numerous winners. Top finishers include Harrison Ashworth and Jim Harrison in boys races, Jane Kellum and Vera Fleming in girls races, Dwight Harrison and Warren Stone in 13 to 15 boys, Walter French and Harry Ashworth in the sack race, and Mrs Jack Burley and Walter Paddock in the two person events. Fat ladies race winner is Mrs Frances McManus with runner up Mrs Art Hall.
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Hansen
Harrison Ashworth
Jim Harrison
Jane Kellum
Vera Fleming
Dwight Harrison
Warren Stone
Walter French
Harry Ashworth
Jack Burley
Walter Paddock
Ralph Spencer
L. Smith
Jack Ross
Frances McManus
Art Hall
Frank Bell
Paul Hansen
Local Couples and Fish Planting Mark Weekend in Area
Locals Mr and Mrs J D Gowan spent the weekend at Sam Peterson ranch in the Big Hole basin. Ninety cans of six inch trout fingerlings were released in streams in the county's south end last Saturday. Parley Merrill released 18 cans to Dead Man Jake in Sheep Creek basin. Archie Seybold released 12 cans in Middle Fork of Sheep Creek. Joe Birrer planted 39 cans in Nichol son creek. Alfred Kamps placed 6 cans in the right fork of Middle Creek and Ed Gleed placed 13 cans in Beaver creek. Miss Eva Stahl returned to Pocatello after visiting Dillon relatives. Dave McKnight was from Dell Monday afternoon. Mrs William Stewart and daughter Mrs Pascal Bimat were in Dell Monday on a trip. Mr and Mrs Albert Hansen returned Monday from a honeymoon in Idaho and Yellowstone Park.
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J. D. Gowan
Sam Peterson
Big Hole
Parley Merrill
Jake
Sheep Creek
Archie Seybold
Joe Birrer
Nicholson Creek
Alfred Kamps
Middle Creek
Ed Gleed
Beaver Creek
Eva Stahl
Pocatello
Dillon
Dave McKnight
Dell
William Stewart
Pascal Bimat
TsioTe
Peitlon
Ree Mneay
Albert Hansen
Idaho
Ellowstone
Park
Lima
Grant Visitors Draw Dillon Visit by Peterson and Mc Kay
Chris Peterson and Angus Mc Kay were in Dillon yesterday afternoon as Grant visitors seen in the town.
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Chris Peterson
Angus’ McKay
Grant
Dillon
Normalcy echoes through a century of forecasts and parades
A reader notes a 1921 prophecy matching 1981 conditions with none of the dire outcomes. The piece recalls St Louis Times on normalcy and the never-ending cycle of boom and bust, then shifts to Montana: a parade idea with animal costumes for children, fundraising by a committee and a meeting to plan it.
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St. Louis Times
Montana
Great Interest Shown in Livestock Exhibits and Parade Plans
Livestock entries indicate strong exhibitor interest across divisions with many spaces taken by wholesale houses from across the state. A parade is planned for opening day but business leaders oppose a commercial parade due to cost track tying and time constraints, favoring a mechanical animal parade instead.
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J. C. Wedum
J. C. Jeppson
W. W. Wahl
Anson Baxter
Mons Dha Minion
Dillon Men Brave Salmon River Waters and Wild Life
The Dillon canoeists navigate the dangerous Salmon River and report stunning river vales. They describe distant fires lighting stumps at night, a wild life chorus of grouse moos and deer, and bands of mountain sheep. They note fertile lower lands near Riggin with flourishing farms and abundant produce. They shot 300 feet of moving pictures and 40 kodak photos, hoping for a premier film.
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Dillon
Salmon River
Riggin
Mr. Forrester
Kodak
Zane Gray
Schmitttroth
River journey ends without incident for cautious paddlers
The group used waterproof containers and safe practices to navigate dangerous waters. They reported no accidents and completed the canoe trip unscathed. Mr Forrester remarked it was a trip he valued though he would prefer a flat boat with an experienced river guide for a future family voyage.
Henry Thompson Dies at Family Home After Robust Ranching Career
Henry Thompson, long a leading Lima rancher and businessman, died last night at his family home. He helped shape Lima’s growth by naming the town, built the Gallagher Opera House and multiple firms, and held extensive cattle and sheep holdings. Survived by his wife Anna Huber, two brothers and a niece, he was famed for vast ranches, a large wool clip, and yearly hay reserves ensuring stock protection through harsh winters.
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Lima
Gallagher Opera House
Springhill
Gallatin County
Thompson
Michigan
Henry Thompson
al Young
George Butts
Joseph Dainds
Davidson
al Lewis
Henry Olsen
John Peat
Anna Huber
George Thompson
Eya Clements
Orient
Sandwich Islands
Hewaiian Islands
Moxie
Remembering a life of faith and service by a quiet leader
A brief obituary notes a conservative figure who lived a clean life, mentored many, and left a lasting memory of integrity and kindness. He faced few enemies and is remembered for his steady influence.
Osteopathic Physician Dr Leanora May Opens Home Office
Announcement from Dillon residents that Dr Leanora May an osteopathic physician has opened offices in her residence at 317 South Idaho Street. Telephone contact listed as 414 for appointments and inquiries.
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Dillon and Vicinity
Idaho Street
Leanora May
Turkeys Shot On Sam Raymond Ranch Prompt Settlement Demand
Parties who shot and killed three turkeys on the Sam Raymond ranch west of town and removed the birds must settle immediately or face prosecution. The notice emphasizes swift settlement and threatens legal action.
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Sam Raymond
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