Patriotic Wool Growers Back U S War Needs at Salt Lake
The National Wool Growers Association in convention at Salt Lake pledged the entire resources of America's sheep and wool industries to the U S government. They urged President Wilson to delay wool price fixing until producers receive a hearing and opposed the use of shoddy in military uniforms.
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America
United States
National Wool Growers Association
Salt Lake
Wilson
Record price for Hereford steers at Denver show
The grand champion carload of Hereford yearling steers sold last week at the Denver stock show for 15 cents per pound, a world record price for feeders. The steers were bred by Russell Brothers of La Jara, Colorado.
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Denver
Russell Brothers
la Jara
Colorado
Old Fashioned Chocolate Mice From Childhood Recalled
The reader reminisces about the once popular chocolate mice treats that many enjoyed in childhood. The piece reflects nostalgia for a bygone candy era and wonders what happened to these playful confections.
Cleveland Tractor touted as faster cheaper farm helper
An advertising note extols the Cleveland Tractor for farm work, claiming it outperforms horses in speed and cost, fits a tight twelve foot turning circle, and requires less space. It highlights versatility from mowing to hauling with compact power and enclosed gears, urging adoption by farmers.
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Cleveland
Selective Service to Use Civil Skills in Army Duty
Proposals by Provost Marshal General Crowder require tracing drafted men's civil occupations before camp arrival. A central card catalog and local board files will match skills to military needs, enabling rapid placement. Crowder asks teachers to help by handling clerical labor for processing occupation cards.
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Crowder
First Application of New Abatement Law Shuts Pool Hall
Billings officials used the new nuisance abatement law to close a major pool hall for a year after a gambling conviction. Proprieties valued at about $6,000 were seized, sold at auction, and proceeds plus mortgage satisfaction left roughly $3,500 to the public school fund. owners faced a $5,000 penalty though the stock’s apparent value was higher. Three other large pool halls are under similar orders as authorities pursue stricter enforcement.
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Billings
Public
Yellowstone County
Wheat Poison Distribution Alarmed US West
Germanys latest attempt to destroy the wheat crop of California and other western states involves shipment of poison pollen to the west coast, prompting fears of widespread agricultural damage and urgent warnings for farmers and authorities.
Harvest grain at cost of one dollar per acre in Montana
A Caterpillar harvester to be marketed in Montana promises to ease grain crop work amid labor shortages. The machine processes 40 acres daily, costing $1 per acre, and three operators equal 14 on a stationary thresher. A free instructional school will open in Billings in February by F B Connelly Co. and Holt Mfg Co.
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Montana
Billings
F. B. Connelly Company
F. B. Connelly
Holt Manufacturing Company
Spokane
Washington
Montana land sale offers large rough pasture tracts
Classified notices describe 4440 acres of rough unimproved summer pasture in Adeley district Montana with abundant water shelter grazing and timber. Also listed is lease option 1500 annual for adjoining 3000 acres with buildings sheep shed and meadows. Additional parcels include 40 0 acres near Great Falls 20 per acre 317 acres near Polson 6 per acre and 52000 acres near Great Falls priced 17 to 25 per acre with long terms. Communities mentioned Great Falls Polson and surrounding firms Hart-Hillsbury Co. E. G. Fagen and Julie Foley are listed as contacts.
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Adeley
Montana
H. W. Brown
Great Falls
Hart-Hillsbury Co
T Steele
P. O
Fagen
Central Avenue
Carding for the Army Support Urged as Indispensable Duty
Trained men and women are urged to assist in a vital but brief task for the army. The work must be precise to avoid obstructing military operations. Teachers and local boards are asked to mobilize school staff to dispatch this essential service promptly, stressing its direct contribution to fighting effectiveness.
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Card Filing System
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Lewistown
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Ptc
Great Falls, Mont
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Butte, Mont
H Shanley
National Bank Bldg
Sam's
Henry Haas
Third and Central
Lewis & Walke
Wyoming
Tout
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Helena
F. Hart Caven
Boseman
Uuntsberger-Givens Co
L J Johnson
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Bankers’ Reserve Life C Strong Company
Albert Smalley
Great Falla, Mont
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Wash
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Western Canada
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West
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M L Johnson
P. A Rowly Co
First Avenue South
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Second Avenue South
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Montana Piano Company
North Main Street
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Cen Ave
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Central Ave
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