Americanization and Naturalization Column Opens Help Line
The Tribune announces cooperation with the U S Bureau of Naturalization to answer reader questions on naturalization citizenship and related rights. Topics include declarations of intention petitions for naturalization and English classes and free citizenship textbooks. Letters must include name and address and questions reach the editor for answer by mail and in the column.
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the Tribune
Bureau of Naturalization
United States Department of Labor
The
Tribune
Dillon
Montana
Lands to be sold in Deer Lodge and Beaverhead counties
An order granted by the District Court authorizes B N Stevenson as receiver of the Jones Laid Cattle Company to sell its lands in Deer Lodge and Beaverhead Counties. Bids may be made after May 17 1919 and until sale. Details available at Norris Hurd Collins offices. Five percent of the bid must be deposited with the bid.
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B. N. Stevenson
Jones Laid Cattle Company
Deer Lodge
Beaverhead
Stevenson
Norris, Hurd & Collins
Best Candy Company Certificate and Desertion Divorce Notice
Certificate shows J P Best doing business as The Best Candy Company in Beaverhead County Montana with a 1919 notary acknowledgment. Court filing seeks absolute divorce from the defendant for desertion dating from September 16 1917 with plaintiff requesting dissolution of the marriage and related relief.
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State OF Montana
Beaverhead
Ss. I
J. P. Best
Montana
Best Candy Company
Dillon
Beaverhead County
State
Alias Summons in Beaverhead Montana Court
The State of Montana greets defendant Mildred Taylor and summons her to answer the complaint filed in Beaverhead County District Court. She must answer within twenty days after service, or judgment by default will be entered against her.
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District Court
Fifth Judicial District
State of Montana
Beaverhead
John Taylor
Mildred Taylor
James C Hamilton files 3 year homestead proof in Montana
James C Hamilton of Grant Montana, who filed homestead entry No 08464 for New Section 36 Township 9 South Range 15 West Mount Dana, gives notice of intention to make three year proof to establish claim before the District Court Clerk Dillon Montana on June 9 1919. Witnesses include James F Blair Hans Anderson James P El mose and Serafine Roberts all of Dillon or Grant Montana. 1751. Frank M McHaffie Register.
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Department of the Interior
U. S. Land Office
Missoula
Mont
James C. Hamilton
Grant
Montana
District Court
Dillon
James F. Blair
Hans Anderson
James P. Elmose
Serafine Roberts
Frank.m. McHaffie
Register
Birthday cigars wrap a living joke in BostonTranscript tone
The Boston Transcript quotes a man recounting his wife giving him a box of cigars for his birthday. He notes he shares them with friends who then recall the horror, arguing the gift saves him dozens of dollars yearly.
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Boston ‘Transcript
Anecdote on Men and Cars from Uncle Bill Bottletop
A Washington Star quip features Uncle Bill Bottletop noting men prioritize cars over themselves. He links thirst to funding alcohol for radiator use, illustrating thrift and irony in everyday choices.
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Uncle Bill Bottletop
Washington Star
Surplice Deficit Jokes at Williamsport Visit
A Methodist minister visiting an Episcopal church in Williamsport Pennsylvania caused laughter by asking about surplices and declaring ignorance of them, joking that all he knows is a deficit. The remark circulated in the New York Evening Post.
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Episcopal Church
Williamsport
New York Evening Post
Bustling Burg Says Prunetown Grows Metropolitan
A prominent resident exclaims with gusto that Prunetown is becoming more metropolitan as the all night restaurant stays open late every night except Sundays, highlighting local pride and urban appetite.
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George
Prunetown
Delicate Hint Inspires Quick Witty Exchange
A playful exchange features a young man eager to entertain and Miss Cayenne urging simplicity. A separate line shows a busy man rebuking a life insurance agent with a brisk suggestion to act soon. The Louisville Courier Journal lends a wry, columnist tone.
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Presistent
Louisville Courier-Journal
Proposal sparks doubt in Boston Transcript dialogue
A brief exchange recalls a proposal and the shock of thinking it could work on the first try. The dialogue highlights surprised reaction and optimism from the characters.
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Boston Transcript
Lawyer and Aggrieved Duel Over Breach of Promise
The dialogue pivots on whether a breach of promise should be settled with marriage. The lawyer suggests a $26,000 cash penalty while the aggrieved insists on forcing the marriage to Boston Transcript as the remedy.
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Boston Transcript
Great Sacrifice of France for America
A historical tribute notes France’s massive WWI sacrifice and gratitude owed to the era’s ally. The piece promotes Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy marketed by Geo. H. Mayr Chicago chemist as a cure for stomach liver and intestinal ailments, claiming it removes mucus and inflammation and offers money back. Sold by Potts and other druggists.
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France
America
Democracy
Geo. H. Mayr
Chicago
Mayr
Potts
S Ady
One at a Time. Gerty and Prunella Conversation
A humorous Life magazine quote about ladies who correspond with front line fellows. Gerty asks what happens when they return, and Prunella jokes they may come back one at a time, hinting at multiple suitors.
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Gerty
Prunella
Big grocer seeks ambitious local seller for nation brand line
One of the world’s largest grocers seeks an ambitious local man to sell direct to consumers nationwide. Brand groceries teas coffees spices paints oils stock foods and more. No experience or capital required. Full sample outfit and selling instructions provided. John Sexton & Co Chicago Illinois Adv-18-
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John Sexton & Co
Illinois St
Chicago
Unclear Exchange Sparks Spelling Debate
A short literary fragment shows Festus Pester questioning how to spell the name Smythe, prompting a dialogue on correct spelling and pronunciation. The moment conveys character voices rather than a full event.
Prices Rise Again Near Dinner Time
A London Tit-Bits snippet captures a diner's anxious remark that prices may escalate before the meal ends, with a waiter's assurances that service will come promptly. The exchange reflects concerns over cost in daily dining.
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London
Ten Days on the Western Front book teaser
An author invites readers to enjoy a new book while a trench soldier cleans his bayonet. The ad then urges relief from rheumatism with Chamberlain's Liniment, claiming internal medicine is unnecessary and promoting a 35 cent bottle price.
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Western Front
City Drug Co
Reward Offered for Sheep Thief and Camp Robber Convictions
The Madison National Forest Sheep Growers Association offers a reward of $500 for the conviction of any sheep thief and $250 for the conviction of any camp robber. The notice seeks to deter theft and protect livestock and camps in the forest area.
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Madison National Forest Sheep Grower's Association
Surface Protection Extends Material Life
The text argues that preserving the exterior of any material curbs disintegration and decay. By protecting the surface, deterioration is delayed, provided the material lacks inherent decay elements, thereby lengthening its life.
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