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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1924
Page
2
A feature on Roosevelt county farming tracks rapid growth in hog raising alongside corn expansion. From near zero hog shipments in 1921 to about 50 carloads in 1923 and projected doubling in 1924, hog farming boosts prosperity. a carload worth roughly $2,500 highlights the revenue potential for Wolf Point area farmers.
An old testimonial promotes Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery for feminine weakness and stomach trouble. The piece notes local agricultural success in Roosevelt County with farmers boosting income via hogs and crops, and highlights D B Noble’s county agent role and Wolf Point’s rising farming prospects.
The Wolf Point region is famed for premier milling wheats high in gluten and protein. H. W. Lowers reports a carload sold for 1.734 with net 1.52 per bushel. Dahl Bros. earned 1.561%4 per bushel from shipments to Minneapolis. Unimproved land nearby offers 10 to 25 dollars per acre. bottom lands along the Missouri River bring 15 to 30 dollars per acre. The article credits local firms and individuals for data.
Montana’s 1924 wheat crop and factory-like farm loans reshape finances. Debts reduced to 55 million dollars since 1919, Federal Reserve loans cut from 13 million to 500 thousand. Farmers shift to deposits as prosperity grows, with diversification beyond wheat and rich mineral and tourist potential ahead.
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