Alfalfa cautions in agriculture department newsletter
The Weekly News Letter from the department of agriculture warns that alfalfa is not suitable for all soils or climates and cautions farmers and demonstration agents to assess conditions before planting. It notes farmers chasing hype risk wasteful investments and stresses careful local testing and promotion. It also discusses commitment to home industry and reciprocity between merchants, bankers, and printers in community building.
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Department of Agriculture
West
Red Legee
Montana Newsapers
Red Lodge
Curtis Printing Co
St. Paul
Minn
Cautious Approach Recommended for Alfalfa Trials
The report advises small scale, low risk alfalfa testing before large seed distribution. It warns there is little proven ability to predict success and urges farmers to consult state experiment stations and rely on soil, inoculation, and cultivation knowledge. A bore test on the Little Muddy is awaited.
Oil venture sparks memories near Dell and Dillon
A new company forms to drill for oil on Little Muddy creek eight miles southwest of Dell in Beaverhead county rekindling recall of Smallhorn canyon prospects near Dillon. Past efforts stalled after a crooked well at three hundred feet and a Texas explorer’s plans never materialized, though oil indications remain and future fortune awaits.
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Little Muddy Creek
Dell
Beaverhead County
Smallhorn Canyon
Dillon
Texas
John D
Republicans Face Protests Over Economic Slump
The Salt Lake Tribune argues Republican patience wears thin as business conditions worsen. Railroads report large layoffs on New York Central and Pennsylvania lines, with monthly receipts falling below levels from two to three years ago, despite Democratic denials of tariff and anti trust blame.
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East
Pennsylvania
Salt Lake Tribune
The Same Eighty Years Ago by Daniel Webster
In 1838 Daniel Webster warned in the Senate that reformers attack oppression and privilege alike while opposing banks and corporations. Leslies Weekly reprints the speech, noting history repeating itself as voices decry oppression and monopoly in liberty loving America.
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Daniel Webster
United States Senate
Leslies
Farmers urged to milk only top producing cows say Montana dairy official
A. G. Scholes state dairy commissioner argues many farmers hinge on poor cows and that net profit from sick cattle is negligible. He cites 250 pounds of butter fat as a fair goal and ranks Holstein Jersey Guernsey in popularity. Ensilage feeding is anticipated to boost milk and butter fat.
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A. G. Scholes
Babies and Medals
A Berlin tailor famed as a prolific father of 35 children is urged to receive recognition from Andrew Carnegie and Colonel Roosevelt. The piece also notes his second wife bore eleven children in six years, highlighting the strain on her with a large brood and her deserved medal alongside her husband.
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Berlin
Andrew Carnegie
Col. Roosevelt
New Zealand Butter Likely to Cut Montana Butter Prices
Montana butterfat costs may fall four to five cents per pound as New Zealand butter competes with local eggs driving prices down. State Dairy Commissioner Scholes warns that free trade helps foreign producers while local farmers bear the bite.
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Montana
New Zealand
Scholes
Mr. Farmer
Montana Press Association Sets July Meeting in Lewistown
Preparations underway for annual Montana Press association meeting to be held in Lewistown the last of July. The Lewistown chamber of commerce will cooperate with local newspaper men to organize the visiting scribes entertainment program.
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Montana Press Association
Lewistown
Chamber of Commerce
France Faces Woman Politicians Stirring Up Mixups
France experiences notable political buzz as women gain influence in government. The shift sparks public debate and media attention about gender roles and policy direction.
Stout Praises Selway At Washington Hearings
Congressman Stout from Washington writes to the Great Falls Tribune praising Montana Senator Ernest C. Selway of Dillon as the most popular witness at grazing land leasing hearings. He recalls their past in Helena and notes Selway’s poised, well informed testimony and cross examination by leading national experts.
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Stout
Selway
Washington
Great Falls Tribune
Montana
Ernest C. Selway
Dillon
Alderman Eliel Seeks Second Ward City Council Seat
In Dillon’s second ward the lone contest sees Leonard Ebiel challenged by a reform candidate after a caucus loss. The piece lauds Ebiel’s financial knowledge and municipal stewardship, noting his current council presidency and the mayoral duties it entails, urging voters to return him next Monday.
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Leonard Ebiel
Ebel
Dillon
I C C Halts California to Montana Fruit Express Rate Increase
The Interstate Commerce Commission suspended until July 24 a proposed nearly sixteen percent advance on express transportation of carload fruit and vegetable shipments from California to Montana and the eastern states. The move would affect a large territory.
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The
Interstate Commerce Commission
California
Montana
Among the Paragraphers and Public Commentary
A collection of clipped notes on social and political themes. Mentions Eleanor Wilson and Secretary McAdoo wedding as a symbol of the Wilson White House era. Praises McAdoo for funding Princeton Pud's campaign and national efforts. Includes opinions from Burley Advocate and quotes from Georgia and Helena papers.
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Eleanor Wilson
McAdoo
Miss Wilson
Wilson
White House
Princeton
Pud
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement Note
An 1880s style testimonial advertises Hall's Catarrh Cure with a one hundred dollar reward for incurable cases. F J Cheney Co of Toledo proclaims honesty and solvency through endorsements from the National Bank of Commerce. The ad claims internally absorbed medicine targets blood and mucous surfaces with testimonials and a seven cent price per bottle.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
National Bank OF Commerce
Amusing beatings and budget woes in 1910s chatter
A compilation of humorous and critical clippings notes odd remarks about beating wives, humor therapy, and public figures. It references Rev. Duncan’s political claims, urban crime contrasts, a Missouri plumber ruling, and Austrian budget woes. It also reports on a promising winter wheat crop with planted turkey red wheat advancing well.
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Twin Bridges
Austin Linder
Blaine
Grant man W. C. Templin visits Dilton this week
W C Templin of Grant was a visitor in Dilton this week, greeted by locals and shown around the town.
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W. C. Templin
Grant
Dilton
April Cough Relief Promoted By Doctor King’s Discovery
Thawing frost and April rains bring cold and coughs with fever and stuffed head. Dr King’s New Discovery is advertised to soothe inflamed throats and lungs, stop coughs, and reduce fever. Sold by druggists for fifty cents and one dollar. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve is also promoted for all sores.
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Bucklen
Advert Informs On Shoe Buyers at Klein Cash Store
An old ad promotes ySelz and Bradley dress shoes available at Wm Klein Cash Store with price 1 11s or 1 shilling and 11 pence noted in the snippet.
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ySelz
Wm.Klein Cash Store
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