Parcel post law to go into effect January 1918
The parcels post bill advances on a zone based rate system with a board empowered to adjust classifications. Regulations remain unsettled as the post office and Interstate Commerce Commission prepare guidelines and road funding provisions. Zone rates start at five to twelve cents per pound with distance-based increases.
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Post Office Department
Interstate Commerce Commission
Bourne
Does a Hen Pay Her Board in Egg Production
From Farm and Fireside a Poultry column weighs hen versus pullet egg output. Some say hens yield heavier eggs with better price, others favor pullets for sheer egg numbers and flavor. Writer leans pullets though hen eggs hatch stronger chicks. observed drop in yearly egg count makes some claim a hen does not pay her board.
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United States
Youth's Companion Promises Rich 1918 Reading Bundle
An appeal touts The Youth's Companion as a wholesome home paper. It promises 1918 serials and 200 stories plus 60 special contributions, athletic advice, house ideas, and 80 hours of companionship with family. Subscription offers include gifts and free 1912 issues with a new 1918 sign up.
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America
Europe
Companion
The
Berkley St
Boston
Mass
Terms of Court for Fifth Judicial District 1911
The district court terms for Beaverhead Jefferson Madison counties are fixed for 1912. Beaverhead opens February 1 April 29 August 1 December 4. Jefferson opens February 13 May 14 July 30 November 11. Madison opens March 4 June 8 August 5 October 14. Court starts 10:00 a m each day. Located at Virginia City Madison County Montana. Date December 2 1911.
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District Court
Fifth Judicial District
State of
Montana
Towit
Beaverhead County
Jefferson County
Madison County
Doneath
Virginia City
Jeffery Cross Country Leads With Gasoline Electric Motor
A 1913 Jeffery Cross Country car combines a 38 horsepower four cylinder gasoline engine with an electric motor generator in a single unit. Start and lights operate at a press of a button, reducing weight and wear. The car features ten inch upholstery, a ten thousand mile guarantee, and a dealer network of over four hundred.
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Dillon Novelty Works
Helena Street
Dillon, Mont
Rambler Magazine
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