Dunkards Inspect New Billings Lands for Settlement
A party of twenty four German Baptists known as Dunkards arrived in Billings to inspect the newly reclaimed lands of the Billings Land and Irrigation company. They came from five midwestern states under the Dunkard convention to assess productivity and the feasibility of a large Dunkard colony.
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Dunkards
Billings
Billings Land and ‘Irrigation Company
Middle West States
Dunkard Convention
Syrup of Figs Remains Popular Gentle Laxative
The passage extols Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative best for children and notes the true remedy is manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
Montana Labor Federation to Convene in August
The twelfth annual convention of the Montana State Federation of Labor will be held in this city starting August 21. The formal call for the meeting has been issued this week by federation officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Montana State Federation of Labor
Federation
Cure a Cold Quick Price Advertising Note
An old advertisement promotes LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablets with a money back guarantee by E. W. Grove. It also advertises BALDRD’S HOREHOUND SYRUP at bedtime with 25 or 50 cent prices from Riley’s Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Grove
Ballard
Riley’s Drug Store
Death of Mining Man Moses Manuel Recovered
The body of Moses Manuel, a well known mining man, killed by a gas explosion at the Minnesota mine near Corbin, was recovered Monday morning after being found Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Moses Manuel
Minnesota
Corbin
Worm expeller tonic for children in health reform style
The text promotes White's Cream Vermifuge as a worm expeller and tonic to keep children healthy and cheerful. It notes common worm-related symptoms and lists Riley's Drug Store as the price source at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riley's Drug Store
Man Wanted for Fraud Captured in Idaho
Missoula authorities pursue Tillman for obtaining money under false pretenses. He has been captured in Idaho, and Sheriff Graham departed last week to return him for trial.
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Missoula
Samuel
Tillman
Idaho
Graham
Diamond cure for consumption reported in Paris
Paris reports a diamond cure for consumption. W. T. McGee of Vanleer Tenn. touts Dr. King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds as a permanent cure after a 14 year cough. Sold at R L Riley’s drug store 50c and 1.00 with free trial bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
W.T. McGee
Vanleer
Tenn
Dr. King
R. L. Riley
Linemen Strike Amid Bell Telephone Dispute in Butte
The Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone linemen in Butte vote to strike after a dispute between local management and the Butte Electrical Workers Union halts work. The stoppage affects telephone service as employees protest terms and conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Telephone Company
Butte Electrical Workers’ Union
Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone Company
Bucklen Amica Salve Ends 20 Year Lip Sore Suffering
Concord Kentucky man B F Leek reports twenty years of agonizing upper lip sores cured by Bucklen's Amica Salve after trying other remedies. The product touted for burns cuts and wounds is sold at R L Riley's drug store for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Leek
Concord
Bucklen
R. L. Riley
Missoula Pioneer Charles F Farmer Dies at Home
Charles Frederick Farmer longtime resident of Missoula died at his home Saturday. He was a pioneer in the community and lived in Missoula for many years. The obituary notes his involvement in local affairs and family ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missoula
Charles Frederick Farmer
Bent Her Double. Electric Bitters Restore Health
Mrs Annie Hunter of Pittsburg Pa. suffered four weeks with typhoid and kidney trouble and walked bent double. Electric Bitters cured her stomach liver and kidney disorders restoring her to full health and strength. Sold at R L Riles drug store for 50 cents.
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Annie Hunter
Pittsburg
R. L. Riles
Acker's English Remedy Cough Cure Ad
An old advertisement touts Acker's English Remedy claiming to stop a cough instantly and cure the worst cold in twelve hours or money back. The copy notes prices of 25 and 50 cents and lists R. Riley as contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acker
R. Riley
Plumber Examination Set In Helena For Isthmian Canal
The United States civil service commission announces an examination in Helena on August 10 for the position of plumber under the Isthmian canal commission on the Jamaica of Panama. Applicants must be journeymen aged 21 to 45 and prove ability to perform first class work. Pay is 56 cents an hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
United States Civil Service Commission
Isthmian Canal Commission
Panama
Visit to Old Home and Old Friends Across the East
A traveler plans a one way journey from the West to the East to visit the Old Home and the Old Friends with minimal expenses. Details on routes and costs are not provided.
State rifle tournament kicks off in Helena this Sunday
Helena hosts the state rifle tourney nine event program drawing crack shots from across the state. Local clubmen anticipate a large attendance as shooters compete in full program.
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Helena
Herbine treatment touted as cure for wide range of ailments
A vintage advertisement extols the Herbine remedy from R L Riley as a cure for indigestion heartburn flatulence liver torpidity constipation palpitations and a host of nervous symptoms. The 50 cent bottle is promoted as a universal cure for the American population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.L. Riley
Meeting Call From Montana League Leader
A call issued by P. B. Moss president of the Montana Business Men's League for an executive committee meeting to be held in Helena on Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billings
P. B. Moss
Montana Business Men’s League
Helena
Cheerfully Recommended Rheumatism Liniment
O G Higbee of Danville Illinois reports two years ago he suffered four months with rheumatism and was cured by one bottle of Ballard's Snow Liniment. He che erfully recommends it to others with similar afflictions. 25c 50c 1.00 R L Riley lm
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O. G. Higbee
Danville
Ills
Ballard
R.L. Riley
Ice Company Seeks Damages From Butte Over Impure Ice Arrests
The Ore Fine Ice Company sues the city of Butte claiming injury to business after drivers were arrested for selling impure ice. Plaintiffs include Dr. T. J. Sullivan Thomas Mulholland John MacGinniss and W. C. White for lack of wagon sign as required by ordinance.
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Ice Company
Butte
The
Ore Fine Ice Company
T. J. Sullivan
Thomas Mulholland
John MacGinniss
W. C. White
Ordnance
Moki Tea Promises Relief For Ailments And Skin Eruptions
An advertised herbal drink named Moki Tea claims to cure sick headaches indigestion and constipation and improve complexion. The notice offers refunds and lists prices of 25 and 50 cents, attributed to R. L. Riley.
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R. L. Riley
Butte Ordinance Bans Spitting and Trash on Streets
City fathers issue rules forbidding spitting on sidewalks and require keeping thoroughfares clear. offenders face fines and possible imprisonment in aggravated cases. Also notes implied health tips praising Acker's Blood Elixir with a positive guarantee offered by R. L. Riley.
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Butte
R. L. Riley
Biggest Silver Nugget in World Shown at Lewis and Clark Exposition
Portland July 8 Colorado displays the world’s largest 397 pound ninety percent silver nugget from Mollie Gibson mine Aspen in the Mines and Metallurgy building. The exhibit features radium ores, cornotite, blue red and yellow sapphires amethysts topazes tourmalines and other gems along with zinc ore from Leadville and crystalized wire gold from Summit county. Colorado also showcases 120 carload per day anthracite coal from Gunnison county and high quality coke and El Paso county pottery marble and onyx used in its Colorado section pillars.
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Colorado
Portland
Mollie Gibson
Aspen
Pitkin County
Leadvill
Leadville
United States
Summit County
Brewer
South Carolina
Pennsylvania
Lew and Clark Fair
Gunnison County
el Paso County
Who is Riley in London Poetry Circles
The question from leading London papers identifies Riley as the American poet associated with hosting the hotel. The remark frames him as a central figure in literary circles and suggests his hospitality role links him to the scene.
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Riley
London
George Ade Plays In A Ball Game No Hit By He
George Ade participated in a recent ball game but did not record a hit. The writer notes Ade values the pen over the bat, highlighting a clash between his literary reputation and athletic play.
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George Ade
George
Items of Interest From Global Notes
A roundup notes 200000 Finns in the United States. Bolivian railroads seek American capital. Parcels post expands to Japan. France produced 9474 words of literature last year. French vines enjoy a remarkable summer. The gundokt is doomed. Venice plans to buy electric motor boats. Global forestry covers 50000 acres. A wood shortage is reported worldwide.
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United States
Japan
France
Venice
Acker’s Dyspepsia Tablets Sell With Guarantee
An advertisement promotes Acker’s Dyspepsia Tablets offering a positive guarantee for relief from heart burn indigestion and indigestion after meals. One tablet provides immediate relief and costs 25 cents or 50 cents for larger doses.
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Acker
Desert Land Final Proof Notice for Publication
Minnie Kenison of Dillon Montana has filed for desert land claim 6695 covering 320 acres in Beaverhead County. The proof day is August 14 1905 before F A Hazelbaker at Dillon District Court. Witnesses: Ole Dahlia Rolla Henderson William Kenison and John Kenison.
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Department of the Interior
United States Land Office
Helena
Montana
Minnie Kenison
Dillon
Beaverhead County
F. A. Hazelbaker
Clerk District Court
Ole Dahlia
Dell
Rolla Henderson
William Kenison
John Kenison
Frank D. Mrracie
Register
Desert Land Final Proof Notice for Eva A. Yount
Department of the Interior notices Eva A. Yount of Redrock Beaverhead County Montana filed intent to make desert land proof for claim 7092 on 320 unsurveyed acres in Beaverhead County The proof is set for August at Dillon Montana before Clerk J Jore A Hazelbaker with witnesses Lon H Yount Frank Burrell Henry D Hildreth Theopolis B Craver all of Bedrock Montana referenced.
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Department of the Interior
United States Land Office
Helena
Montana
Eva A. Yount
Redrock
Beaverhead County
Mont
J. Jore A. Hazelbaker
Ci ‘Art
Dillon
Lon H. Yount
Frank Burrell
Henry D. Hildreth
Theopolis B. Craver
Bedrock
Frank D.viractis
Register
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McMillan
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Centennial
Dillon, Mont
Derby
Lene
Apollo Lodge
Joan P. Banks
N. G.cras
P. Thomas
Wiener
VAL Blatz Brewing CO
Milwaukee
Patterson
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Tribune
Occident Lodge
Ames Shzearer
C. C. van A. Best
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Rocky Mountain
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