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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1916
Page
5
Montana sheep returns for 1916 show wool revenue of about 7 million dollars and lamb values totaling over 16 million, with total sheep revenue near 21.5 million. Assessors admit difficulty counting flocks, while Beaverhead county leads state sheep valuation with over one third of the statewide total.
An old column urges housewives to shop smart amid rising prices. It stresses studying the food market, choosing the best brands like Calumet for baking powder, tea, coffee, and flour, and sticking to proven value to maximize money.
Washington reports 20 million acres claimed by private owners in the year ending June 30, up from 17 million in prior years. The Reclamation Service built 25 irrigation projects, bringing water to nearly 20,000 farms. The Indian Bureau health efforts reduced deaths, with new hospitals and vocational training expanded. Pension rolls show 709 572 names, and 159 million dollars paid in pensions. Alaska prospects remain speculative, with Seward to Fairbanks rail completion aiding development. Helena seeks legislative reapportionment to boost eastern Montana representation.
Hugh H. Moore says oil has been struck on Bitter Root-Beaverhead holdings near Dillon. A drill is ordered and will start soon while W. A. McLaren remains at the fields to direct work. Production potential cited as promising in Sheep Creek and Smallhorn Creek districts with several outfits active locally.
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