Who Introduced Alfalfa Into Montana Territory
Controversy over the first alfalfa in Montana centers on Colonel James I. Callaway of Madison County. Local elders claim he introduced alfalfa in the early 1870s, aided by his cattle operations and leadership roles in Montana’s early government and G A R. Some Ruby Valley settlers cite Captain J. W. Stafford as an early planter, but Callaway supporters insist he was the pioneer.
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Montana
Madison County
James IE. Callaway
Lew L. Callaway
Great Falls
Supreme Court
Colonel Callaway
Montana Nearly 50 Years Ago, Buying the Famous Dr. L. W. Fordney
Territory
James I. Callaway
Pioneer Ranch
J. W. Stafford
Canyon Ferry Country
Avalanche Gulch
Lewis and Clark County
Ruby Valley
Callaway
Ulinots
Grant
Territorial
Montana Territorial House
Hayes Era Returns to Law Practice After Secretary Term
The former secretary of state, after Hayes was elected and assumed office, resumed the practice of law, signaling a transition from public service back to private legal work.
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Hayes
Revival of trade depends on merchants and ads
North Dakota retailer leader Fred P. Mann argues revival rests on local merchants and their use of hometown newspaper advertising. He touts his $500,000 annual sales in Devils Lake, crediting effective ads and merchandising knowledge, and notes advertising space as a merchant's top asset.
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Fred P. Mann
Devil’s Lake
N.D
North Dakota
Retail Merchants’ Association
Mann
Dillion Youths Survive Frosty Boot Lake Raft Accident
A Dillon party on a Boot Lake trip capsized a raft and plunged three into icy Birch creek waters. One woman could not swim and briefly went under but reached the surface and later the raft. The man and other woman swam to shore assisted by the raft. a camper kept a fire burning to aid drying.
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Dillon
Boot Lake
Birch Creek
It Is Easier to Deceive Yourself Than Others
The saying notes that self deception is often more tempting than convincing others. It reflects on human psychology and social interactions, suggesting personal biases hinder honesty more than external misdirection.
Foley's Honey and Tar Ad Endorsed by Three Generations
Mrs. E. K. Olson of Superior Wise reports using Foley's Honey and Tar for three generations. The advertisement claims the product treats coughs colds and croup and notes it is sold everywhere.
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Foley
E. K. Olson
Superioy
Wise
Dillon Citizen Praises Doan's Kidney Pills In Public Testimony
E. C. Perkins, carpenter of Dillon, testifies his kidney weakness and back pain improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He reports lasting cure with no further trouble and notes the price is 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y. Adv. 35-36.
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Doan
Dillon
E. C. Perkins
Carpenter
Pacific Street
Dean
Krimp Krust Bread Wrap Pers Promotion Includes Pig Balloon
A lighthearted offer from Save & Krimp Krust invites shoppers to wrap bread and receive a pig balloon at participating grocers. The quirky incentive appears in a short promotional blurb likely aimed at drawing attention to bakery items and in-store giveaways.
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Percy L. Crosby
McClurg Newspaper Syndicate
JO They
Wagner
D. V. Erwin
Arthur H. Geissler
Oklahoma
United States
Guatemala
Kelly-Springfield
Lloyd & Blair
The
Beaverhead Abstracts Company
Metlen Hotel
Main Brothers
WANA
Eagle “Mikado
Eagle Pencil Company
New York
Harlan J. Thompson
Dora D. Weenink
Atlantic Street
Carl R. Huntley
Huntley Cattle Company
Big Hole Basin
Gilbert E. Quilici
Greenwood Placer
Bryant Mining
God
Wetatier Aver Tle
Potts
Southers
Montana Abstract and Title Co
Frank Hazlebaker
Pres
Mont. Ady.St
Western Hide and Fur Co
Camden Avenue
Omaha
Neb
Hampshire
Oweet
Terry Gilkison
Frankie
Goshimn
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