Montana Woman Docs Tragic Suicide After Quarrel
Helena February 4 Annie Ruhl twenty one daughter of Seattle residents killed herself with strychnine after a quarrel with lover Tim Lebeau of Helena. She boarded a carriage to Butte then swallowed poison and handed the bottle to Lebeau before dying despite medical efforts. Also in Helena A J Fisk veteran Montana journalist and Civil War veteran died after a three week illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Tim Lebeau
Annie Ruhl
Seattle
Washington
Butte
Lebeau
Montana
Foley’s Honey and Tar Stops Coughs
Hoarse coughs and chest pain from a cold quickly worsen without treatment. Foley's Honey and Tar soothes the cough heals congested areas and gives fast relief. City Drug Store advertises this remedy for immediate use.
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Foley
City Drug Store
Governor Norris Grants Montana State Right of Way
Helena Feb 8 Governor E L Norris receives a letter from James Wilson secretary of agriculture granting to Montana a permit for a state right of way. The notice cites federal cooperation in expanding transportation and land use.
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Helena
E. L., Norris
James Wilson
Secretary of Agriculture
Montana
California Fig Syrup Co Promotes Its Pure Syrup
The California Fig Syrup Co states that its Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna are made with pure, uniform quality. It explains that figs supply taste while active medicinal principles come from carefully chosen plants. Buy only the genuine product from the California Fig Syrup Co and available through leading druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
California
Power rights of way for Hellgate reservation use
Rights of way sought by the entity for power purposes are to be used to furnish electricity to the penitentiary and insane asylum on Hellgate reservation. The arrangement contemplates supplying power to these institutions through the requested routes and facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hellgate Reservation
Penitentiary and Insane Asylum
Sherman ranch sold at sheriff sale in Centennial valley
The Thomas J. Sherman ranch known as the old Culver ranch in Centennial valley was sold at sheriff's sale in front of the courthouse last Saturday. Fred I. Hanson of Lakeview bought it for 5100 to satisfy a mortgage held by M. J. Connell of Dubuque Iowa. After mortgage interest and costs, sheriff Transfer left a balance of 9.75 to be turned over to Mr. Sherman.
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Virginia City
Thomas J. Sherman
Centennial Valley
Old Culver Ranch
Sheriff's
Court House
Fred I. Hanson
Lakeview
M. J. Connell
Dubuque
Iowa
Sheriff Transfer
Mr. Sherman
Foley's Kidney Remedy Promoted For Kidney and Bladder Trouble
More people are taking Foley's Kidney Remedy yearly. It is considered the most effective remedy for kidney and bladder troubles that medical science can devise. Foley's Kidney Remedy corrects irregularities, builds up the system, and restores lost vitality. Im City Drug Store.
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Foley
Lm City Drug Store
Obituary of Samuel Schwab Pioneer and Public Administrator
Samuel Schwab a longtime Montana resident and former Cosmopolitan hotel proprietor died in Helena at age 66. Born in Bavaria in 1836 he arrived in Denver at 20 and moved to Bannack in 1863 before settling in Helena where he served as public administrator for the last six years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Samuel Schwab
Montana
Schwab
Bavaria
Denver
Bannack
A Safeguard to Children
A Green Bay Wisconsin parent says Foley's Honey and Tar keeps his two children aged six and eight free from recurring colds and croup. He notes it is the only medicine the children will take without difficulty and mirrors many other user experiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
W. C. Ornstein
Green Bay
Wis
Elk Not Starving Despite Rumors in Gallatin Reserve
Bozeman February 9 reports deny elk dying by the thousands near the park lines. D T Conkling supervisor of the Gallatin Reserve says the elk are in good condition with ample feed, about 4000 wintering in West Gallatin canyon and growing fat. rumors not based on fact.
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Bozeman
Gallatin Reserve
Gallatin Canyon
D. T. Conkling
Foley's Honey and Tar Promoted as Lung Remedy
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as the greatest throat and lung remedy that quickly cures soreness and cough and restores normal condition. Promoter urges asking for Foley's Honey and Tar at City Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Foley’s
Honey
Tar City Drug Store
Martin Charlot Named Chief of Flat Head Indians
Martin Charlot was yesterday named chief of the Flat Head Indians to succeed his father who died weeks ago. All male Indians on the reservation were called to the Jocko agency to elect a successor, and the response was practically unanimous. Charlot had long been an adviser to his father. He would prefer to drive away white settlers but will accept the current reality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missoula
Martin Charlot
Flathead
Jocko
Charlot
President Helps Orphans In Macon Georgia
A Macon Georgia institution led by the President reports Electric Bitters aiding orphans and other residents. The medicine is praised for stomach liver and kidney troubles improving appetite digestion and overall vigor. Sold at Potts Drug Store for 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Industrial and
Macon
Potts
Widow pays fine after fencing conviction in Helena
In Helena on February 9 the widow of Emil Burcher paid a $250 court fine to George Sproule, clerk of the federal court. Burcher had been convicted of illegal fencing and the conviction affirmed, but he died before the mandate reached Helena, leaving the widow responsible for the payment.
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Helena
Emil Burcher
George Sproule
Federal
Burcher
Saloons Limited to Three Under Twin Bridges Ordinance
Twin Bridges February 6 The town council approved an ordinance by Alder man Pease restricting saloons to three and setting a $50 annual license instead of $25 per quarter. The measure cannot revoke licenses already exceeding three.
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Twin Bridges
Pease
Saloons Face Tightening Rules As Four Remain Open
Alderman Yerkes announced plans for an ordinance to curb alcohol sales to habitual drunks and to bar minors from saloons. The measure would limit operating saloons to three if any business closes, with license revocation for violations.
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Yerkes
Skeleton Frozen in Ice Near Yellowstone River Find
A skeleton of an unknown man was found by hunters in a bed of ice and snow on an island in the Yellowstone river about 40 miles east of Billings. Only rags of clothing remain, suggesting the body was carried downstream by high water months ago.
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Billings
Yellowstone River
Foley's Honey and Tar Cure Promises Quick Grippe Relief
Lagrippe pains and coughing are claimed to be rapidly relieved by Foley's Honey and Tar. The advertisement asserts mild laxative effects and safe, certain results available at 1-m City Drug Store.
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Foley
City Drug Store
State Auditor Advised on Salary Payments
Helena Feb 7 The state auditor was advised by the attorney general that it is legal for the department to pay county attorneys and district judges their salaries in full up to January 1 next or until the appropriation runs out rather than withholding part of this year and part of next due to insufficient legislative funds to cover two years.
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Helena
Pioneer Dead Milot of Montana 1861 settler dies in Helena
Helena February 7 H A Milot a Montana resident since 1861 when he came from St Joseph Missouri died here today He first lived at Bannack then Deer Lodge where he ran a mercantile business and later ranching He came to Helena from Deer Lodge in 1876 He is survived by eight children and a wife.
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Helena
H. A. Milot
Montana
St. Joe
Bannack
Deer Lodge
Ex-Engineer Credits Foley's Kidney Pills Relief
Mr E A Kelley of Belvidere Illinois, after 22 years in service, suffered kidney trouble with hip pain and blurred vision. He used Foley's Kidney Pills, felt benefit, and now reports he is a sound and well man, with a note from McCity Drug Store.
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E. A. Kelley
Belvidere
Foley
Butte Ramblers Raided In Bold City Bust
In Butte on February 9, fifteen gamblers were arrested at 8 Main Street in Winchester and Lambert's cigar store back room after a door was smashed. A free fight followed as officers used their guns and clubs. Three hundred eighty dollars and playing cards were seized and placed at the jail as evidence. An informant from the county attorney’s office said one man with three thousand five hundred dollars was being fleeced.
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Butte
Main Street
Winchester & Lambert
Won't Need a Crutch After Arnica Remedy
Editor J. P. Sossman of Cornelius N C bruised leg led to a severe sore. After many salves failed Bucklen's Arnica Salve healed it thoroughly. It treats ulcers boils burns bruises cuts corns sores pimples eczema or piles. 25c at Potts Drug Store. 1-m
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J. P. Sossman
Cornelius, N. C
Bucklen
Arnica
Potts
Would Cut Her Throat. Berry Arrested for Attempted Slashing
James J. Berry of Laurin is jailed in Virginia City on a warrant from his wife Mrs. Margaret Berry alleging he attempted to cut her throat. He pleaded not guilty before Justice Walter W. Payne, bond set at $1,000 and not furnished. Mrs. Berry, daughter of the late Richard Nason, sues in district court for a limited divorce on cruelty grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia City
James J. Berry
Laurin
Margaret Berry
Walter W. Payne
Berry
Richard Nason
District Court
Dr. King's Life Pills Offer Quick Aid for Digestive Ills
A vivid classified style note claims Dr King’s New Life Pills cure stomach, liver or kidney troubles at slight cost. Wording highlights relief from dyspepsia, indigestion, biliousness, constipation, jauntice, malaria and debility with purchase at Potts' Drug Store.
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Dr. King
Potts
Land fraud victim surfaces in Virginia City case
Benson White arrived from Ionia Michigan reporting he bought a ten acre tract near Lyon in the Madison valley at sixty dollars per acre with one dollar down and payments to follow. The case ties to the Yellowstone National Land company operating from Chicago as part of a widespread land fraud in the middle west.
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Virginia City
Middle West
Yellowstone National Land Company
Chicago
Benson White
Ionia
Michigan
White
Lyon
Madison Valley
Imposed Land Sale Foiled As Purchaser Halts Plans
A buyer, lured by promises of fruit land at a favorable monthly payment per acre, traveled to Ennis to arrange orchard planting. Upon learning he had been deceived, he halted any further steps and turned back, thwarting the transaction.
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Ennis
Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children advertised cure
Classic ad copy urging mothers to keep a box of Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children for the season. Claims to break up colds cure feverishness constipation teething disorders headaches and stomach troubles. Sold by drug stores at 25 cents with a free trial offer by mail from Allen Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Gray
Allen
Olmsted
le Roy
N.Y
Australian Leaf Remedy Promoted for Kidney Bladder Ailments
Advertises Mother Gray's Australian Leaf as a pleasant herbal cure for kidney and bladder troubles with claims of no failure and numerous testimonials. Promotes mail order and free sample, price 50 cents, from The Mother Gray Co. LeRoy N Y.
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Mother Gray
Mother Gray Co
LeRoy
N. Y
Free Shoe Book Offers Family Guide to Wells Footwear
The M. D. Wells Co of Chicago promotes Wells Shoes for style fit and comfort and offers a gratis booklet titled Mother Father and the Children detailing family shoe care and selection. The firm also makes Malden Brand Rubber Boots Arctics and Rubbers and touts their quality and wearability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. D. Wells Co
Chicago
Wells
Malden
Farina and Turtle Food Staples Across Tropics
The piece explains how turtle and farina connect to people across tropical regions. It notes famine risks when both crops fail, defines farina as manioc starch with fiber, and contrasts tapioca with farina. It mentions widespread use from the West Indies to Paraguay and cites the Los Angeles Times.
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Amacon
Alaska
China
South Sea Islands
Amazon
Tropical America
West Indies
Paraguay
Los Angeles Times
Wild Wales Travel Talk Turns to Welsh Place Names
A tourist asks a shepherdess about local sheep ownership and dwellings. She mentions Mr. Goronwy Cadwaladr at Tre'rgeifrgwylItion and recites a chain of Anglesey to Llanfairmathafarneithaf visits, ending with a joke about a long church name.
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Wales
Goronwy Cadwaladr
Tre’rgeifrgwylItion
Anglesey
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Montana State News
Berkshire
Eaton, Crane & Pike
Tribune Book Store
S. Montana
St. Dillon, Mont
Kupfer Drug Co
Centennial Valley Ranch
State Auditor
Pioneer
Turtle
Llantaley
THE
PLACE
J. W. Lusher, Prop
Anderson Bros
Mont
Edison Phonographs
Edison
Tattersall’s
COODS
Tribune
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