Local Firms That Have Helped Build Beaverhead and Madison Counties 5
Bank statements reflect town prosperity and the First National Bank of Twin Bridges shows strong local support. It cites a capital of 40000 dollars and deposits totaling 275000 dollars, with leaders A R Smith Fred Seidensticker W C Jennings and C M Lancers all active locally.
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Beaverhead
Madison Counties
Bbin
First National Bank of
First National Bank
A. R. Smith
Fred Seidensticker
W. C. Jennings
Thomas Confectionery and Gift Shop celebrates 35 years
Thirty five years of reliable service have built this business from a humble beginning to its present position. There is no compromise between quality and price. first it must be of the best quality and then it must be priced fairly. A complete fountain service is maintained and gifts, magazines and news publications are carried.
Farmers Union Trading Co. promotes value for farmers
Sheridan Montana based Farmers Union Trading Co. claims its gas and oil tires accessories and commercial feeds deliver the most value for farmers Lester Rice and the investor farmers rely on its profit making products.
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Farmers Union Trading Co
Lester Rice
Corner Service Station Promises Real Texaco Service
Local service station blends gas oil with advertised real service. H. H. Halse Corner Service Station in Sheridan has operated since 1926 offering Texaco products and promises attentive customer care.
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H. H. Halse
Sheridan
Texaco
Jackson Market sells fresh home killed meats in Jackson
The Jackson Market in Jackson offers the best in fresh home killed meats lunch meats and select canned goods. The five year old shop emphasizes quality and exclusive focus on high grade meats.
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Jackson
Campbell Log Cabin Service Station and Bar
Campbell's Log Cabin Service Station and Bar in Armstead Montana opened a year ago offering Standard gasoline and oil, Great Falls beer, tobacco and candies with lunches. The ad touts attentive service and invites patrons to try the establishment.
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Campbell
J. N. Campbell
Great Falls
Mint Bar Leaders Remain Grounded After Tripling Growth
In three years the Mint Bar has grown into a large business yet its founders F D Murphy and G E Slater stay modest. They insist the venture is a product of the people behind it, not a detached corporate machine.
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Mint
F. D. Murphy
G. E. Slater
Sheridan Meat Market Work Toward Bigger Prospects
The Sheridan Meat Market, Inc. began in 1926 and has grown beyond early expectations. President W. E. Eltinghouse, manager and secretary treasurer J. L. Garrett lead the corporation toward further expansion and future achievements.
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Sheridan Meat Market, Inc
Anio
W. E. Elttinghouse
J. L. Garrett
Pick and Pan Drug Store Serves Sheridan’s Mining Community
The Pick and Pan Drug Store in the Sheridan mining district opened in June 1930 founded by Amos C. Hall and continued by his wife Myrtle Lauffer Hall after his 1933 death. Their six children help, including Nathan A. Hall a University of Washington pharmacy student, making it a central meeting place with drugs, toilet goods, candy, school supplies, Whitman candy, cigars, penny candy, and Madison county’s largest magazine stock.
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Sheridan Mining
Amos C. Hall
Montana
Myrtle Lauffer Hall
Nathan A. Hall
University of Washington
Seattle
Whitman
Pick and Pan
Madison County
Buffet Bar in Dillon Promotes Beer Sales
With prohibition repeal, beer is now legal and featured at the Buffet bar run by H. J. Reeves in Dillon. Customers can enjoy Great Falls beer on tap along with other canned and bottled beers.
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H. J. Reeves
Great Falls
The Mint Beer Parlor Earns Six Years Of Reliable Patronage
The Mint in Lima has a six year record of reliable dealings with owner C. H. Mecham. Since 1930 the parlor has retained old patrons and drawn new ones, reflecting steady business and customer loyalty.
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C. H. Mecham
Bradley General Store at Armstead Opens Local Merchant
Bradley General Store in Armstead, started in 1920, serves Beaverhead county with locally focused goods and nationally known products. Owner Tay lor Bradley runs the firm.
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Armstead
Beaverhead County
Taylor Bradley
Acorn to Oak: Rob ert E. Gohn Firm’s Madison Rise
The firm of Robert E. Gohn began in 1926 and grew into a strong Madison county business. The article praises Gohn as a decisive leader and booster whose guiding hand steers the enterprise through its expansion and ongoing success.
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Robert E. Gohn
Little Acorn
Madison County
Raper Funeral Home Seeks Coroner Nomination in Virginia City
Mr. Chas E Raper funeral director since 1934 in Virginia City operates a modern 140 seat chapel and offers ambulance service. He emphasizes building a durable lasting name and seeks the county coroner nomination in the upcoming election. Mrs Raper assists in funeral work.
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Chas. E. Raper
Raper Funeral Home
Raper
Virginia City
Wise River Hotel Promises Returning Guests
Wise River Hotel owner Dana E. Miller guarantees repeat visits by ensuring guests enjoy a comfortable stay in 24 rooms with included lunches and bar service featuring beer. The proprietor personally oversees the guest experience to encourage loyalty on future Wise River trips.
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Wise River Hotel
Wise River
Dana E. Miller
Vickers Grocery Store promotes local shopping in Virginia City
The Virginia City merchant urges residents to trade locally at Vickers Grocery Store founded 1880. Manager J. H. Lightfoot and owner F. Vickers emphasize saving time and travel by buying nearby.
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Virginia City
Mont
Vickers Grocery
J. H. Lightfoot
F. Vickers
J. T. Armitage Offers Repair and Greasing Services
J. T. Armitage of Wisdom Montana advertises a repair shop open since 1916. He guarantees work, sells Conoco products, provides car greasing service, general repair and welding, and builds bull rakes for haying.
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J. T. Armitage
Conoco
Lauesen Transportation Co Serves Beaverhead County
The Lauesen Transportation Co. has earned the confidence of Beaverhead county residents and pledges continued reliable service in the future as it has over the past eight years.
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The
Lauesen Transportation Co
Beaverhead County
Wisdom Cash Store Expands Amid Local Ownership
Louis Girogre operates Wisdom Cash Store which began twenty one years ago. The business sells groceries, packaged drugs, gifts, magazines and work clothing and runs a fountain service with a beer parlor featuring Butte's beer.
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Louis Girogre
Laurin Hotel and Barber Shop Ad Emphasizes Guests
An old advertising snippet touts the Laurin Hotel and Barber Shop as welcoming travelers with nine modern rooms and friendly service. It notes the business has six years of operation and is conducted by W. O.
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Laurin Hotel
Harvey Cash Grocery at Twin Bridges Expands in Madison County
The Harvey Cash Grocery owned by C. R. Harvey, resident of Twin Bridges for 28 years, has shown constant progress since its founding two years ago. Recognized for sound merchandise and quality, it serves the people of the area and has become one of Madison county’s largest stores, bolstering local commerce.
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Harvey Cash
Twin Bridges
Madison County
C. R. Harvey
Ruby Valley Cleaners Boosts Madison County Prospects
Madison county praises the Ruby Valley Cleaners in Sheridan for its modern plant and up to date washing and pressing services. Under Mr A C Smith the firm offers skilled staff and dependable care, promising a bright future for the town’s cleaning industry.
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Madison County
Ruby Valley Cleaners
Sheridan
A. C. Smith
Standard Lumber and Coal Co. of Beaverhead County
The Standard Lumber and Coal Co. has served Beaverhead County and nearby territory for nineteen years under manager C. J. Hovren. It offers a carefully selected line of building materials from lumber and nails to hardware, roofing, and finishing paints.
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Beaverhead County
Standard Lumber & Coal Co
C. J. Hovren
Bourquin Jeweler Promises Quality Goods
John H. Bourquin, a Dillon Montana jeweler, advertises that only the best jewelry watches and diamonds enter his store and thus only the best leave it. The copy emphasizes Mr Bourquin personally ensures quality.
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John H. Bourquin
Dillon, Mont
Art Needlework Shop Earns Local Noted Status
Vera Melvyn, longtime resident, runs the shop for six years offering hem stitching, art goods, needlework supplies, and ladies wear. The business is built to its present outstanding position through pursuance of policy and strong community support.
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Vera Melvyn
Miss Melvyn
Modern Beauty Shop promotes full beauty services
Merle K. Smith offers permanent waving facials massages shampooing finger waving marcelling and manicuring at Modern Beauty Shop. Visit or call 155 for an appointment to receive expert beauty care.
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Merle K. Smith
Wisdom Pool Hall Offers Recreation and Refreshments
Wisdom Pool Hall, owned by R. C. Felty, provides a pleasant hour of recreation with pool and serves Kessler and Helena beers, cigars, cigarettes, candy, and soft drinks for visitors and patrons.
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Wisdom Pool
R. C. Felty
Kessler and Helena
Lima pool hall firm builds reputation for integrity
The Phil Lyons pool hall and bar business in Lima Montana has operated since 1927 and, over nine years of service, earned a strong local reputation for integrity and dependable service, handling only well regulated merchandise.
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Phil -Lyons-in
Lima
Buy Local at Basin Mercantile Co
The ad urges buying at home to support local commerce. Basin Mercantile Co. operates stores in Wisdom and Jackson offering groceries dry goods hardware drugs clothing shoes and International Harvester farm implements. F L Hirschy leads the firm with D H B Anson and Sanford Shepherd as managers at Wisdom and Jackson locations.
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America
Bazalia
Timbuctoo
Basin Mercantile Co
Wisdom and
Jackson
International Harvester Co
F. L. Hirschy
D. HB. Anson
Wisdom
Sanford Shepherd
Lima Gas and Oil Co. in Beaverhead County
The Lima Gas and Oil Co. of Lima Montana, owned by O. C. Gosman and J. D. Brandenberg since 1933, sells Litening products and Firestone tires with National batteries and accessories. A repair department is led by M. A. Sholtz.
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Lima Gas & Oil Co
Beaverhead County
O. C. Gosman
J. D. Brandenberg
M. A. Sholtz
Independent Merchant Promises Friendly Local Market
A local independent store invites shoppers to buy year round, offering nationwide brands at similar prices and a focus on safety and confidence. The text emphasizes neighborly service and hometown familiarity as advantages of patronizing a locally owned business.
White Cafe Offers Wholesome Meals At Lima Eatery
White Cafe owned by E. F. Siil in Lima emphasizes good coffee and wholesome meals. Siil previously ran a Dil lon cafe for 15 years, and the establishment promises tasty dishes prepared by an expert cook.
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White Cafe
E. F. Siil
Lima
Dillon
Sophia Guyaz as a Local Grocer and Postmistress
The message highlights Sophia Guyaz a grocery dealer for 16 years in this local concern. It notes that spending locally benefits the community and promises town prosperity when merchants prosper. It adds that Sophia Guyaz also serves as postmistress at Armstead.
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Sophia Guyaz
Sophia’ Guyaz
Armstead
Westwood Confectionery and Drug Store in Dillon
Clyde Sewell runs Westwood Confectionery and Drug Store in Dillon, Beaverhead County, five years strong. The shop offers fountain drinks, lunches, sandwiches, and McKeson & Robbins drugs. Prescriptions are carefully compounded by Vera Smith, a University of Montana graduate pharmacist.
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Dillon
Beaverhead County
Westwood
Clyde Sewell
McKesson & Robbins
Vera Smith
University of Montana
Merrell Firm Upholds Plain Dealing in Lima
In Lima the Lima Mercantile Co reflects the ethos of plain dealing. F M Merrell Sr. bought the firm twenty two years ago and has avoided customer disadvantages. The piece stresses honesty in labeling and accurate measures as core business values.
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Disraeli
F. M. Merrell, Sr
Lima
Lima Mercantile Co
Dell Mercantile Co.’s Rise From Small Dell Start
The Dell Mercantile Co led by P. J. Bimat grew from a modest 8 year start in 1920s into substantial quarters, showing romance in business and a classic American enterprise arc. The piece praises the venture’s dramatic progress and its inspirational example for youth.
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P. J. Bimat
Dell
Sanitary Market Leader in Beaverhead County
Lima based firm of John Swoboda is a Beaverhead County leader in sanitation market. Since starting in 1980 the business built on service quality and sincerity, growing materially and helping make the community a fine place.
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John Swoboda
Lima
Beaverhead County
Dell Hotel Dell Mont A House of Service Earned by Care
The Dell hotel in Dell Montana is run by Mrs. Paul Zink and is known as the House of Service. It maintains two years of constant service with 16 home like rooms and family style meals.
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Dell Hotel
Paul Zink
House of Service
Lima Club of George Michelish Offers Premium Beers
At Lima, the Lima Club of George Michelish invites patrons to choose from a large stock of excellent beer, emphasizing superior quality over inferior products for those who care about alcoholic beverages.
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Lima
George Michelish
Red Butte Garage Builds on Five Years of Service
Red Butte Garage has earned customer satisfaction through five years of work. H. C. McNinch is noted as leading this road to success with reliable auto services.
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Red Butte
H. C. Mec- Ninch
Brown Service Station and Cabins promotion
Mrs. Jesse Brown of the Brown Service Station and Cabin camp endorses Conoco gas and oil as superior products, claiming they offer longer engine life and a more satisfactory performance for cars.
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Jesse Brown
Brown Service Station
Cabin Camp
Conoco
Independent store in Jackson advertises value
A. W. Wilson of Jackson Montana urges shoppers to buy from independent merchants when prices match. The note implies backing local business to ensure money stays in the community.
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A. W. Wilson
Jackson
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Vickers Grocery Store
Wisdom, Mont
Hans Lauesen Transportation CO
the State Bank
Wisdom Cash Store
Harvey Cash Grocery
Twin Bridges, Mont
Wisdom Pool Hall
Lima, Mont
Walter White
Lima Drug Store
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Dell Mercantile CO
Dell, Mont
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BROWN
A.W. Wilson Jackson
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