Prices Rise Amid War Strain and Labor Demands
A column laments rising prices for food clothing and shoes as war controls fade and labor wage demands grow. It notes hog prices at Chicago around 25 per hundred and forecasts higher costs next year while urging restraint and a return to normal conditions. The piece questions profiteering and calls for concessions by all sides to protect American families.
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Chicago
France
Belgium
America
Montana
Fires Threaten Timber as War Turmoil Grows
The article notes timber and fuel costs rising for moderate households while fires destroy millions of feet of timber. It cites mountain fires and fighting efforts, hints at I W W involvement, and speculates on Kaiser’s possible imprisonment in London if tried. It laments greed, power, and crime as fallen mighty.
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London Tower
Notice of Time Appointed for Proving Will in Fergus County
In the District Court of the Tenth Judicial District in Fergus County Montana a notice states that Wednesday August 13 1919 at 10 o clock A M at the Lewis town Court House has been appointed for proving the will of Robert Minnick deceased and for hearing E S Frigstad s application for letters testamentary any interested person may appear and contest the same. Dated July 21 1919. James L Martin Clerk Deputy Clerk Herbert L Linn
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Tenth Judicial District
State of
Montana
Fergus
Robert Minnicx
Hershey
Court House
Lewistown
Robert Minnick
E. S. Frigstad
James L. Martin
Herbet L. Linn
France Baby Born to Mr and Mrs Fred France
A nine and a quarter pound son was born on Sunday July 20 to Mr and Mrs Fred France. Both mother and baby are reported to be doing well.
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Fred France
Dr Peter J Sheeran Eye Ear Nose Throat Specialist
Dr Peter J Sheeran physician surgeon based in Grass Range Montana offers specialized care for diseases of the eye ear nose and throat. Glasses fitting provided with professional attention to vision needs.
Summer Complaint in Children Remains Largely Contained
The piece notes fewer deaths from summer complaint since Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy became common. It claims 99 out of 100 cases recover when the remedy is used with castor oil and proper diet. A Tenn. reader, Mr. W. G. Campbell of Butler, praises the remedy as far ahead of prior options.
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Chamberlain
W. G. Campbell
Butler, Tenn
Hog totals show Iowa leads hog numbers in 1919 estimates
The 1919 Bureau of Crop Estimates puts Iowa at 19 925 000 hogs, far ahead of Illinois at 5 724 000 and Missouri at 4 943 000, with other states like Indiana Ohio Nebraska and Georgia trailing. Iowa also has about one seventh of the nation's dogs, nearly double Illinois. Dr Brown's Maternity Hospital at 120 Evelyn Street Lewistown will open for patients on August 15.
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Iowa
Bureau of
Illinois
Missouri
Indiana
Ohio
Nebraska
Georgia
Dr. Brown
Evelyn Street
Lewistown
Wellman’s Trade Pitch Emphasizes Price and Service
Local ad urges readers that price, duality, and service matter in choosing where to shop. It presents Wellman’s as a destination for value with a focus on customer care and product availability. The brief invokes certainty and trust to attract shoppers.
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Wellman’s
Reward for return of branded bay gelding from Grass Range
A twenty five dollar reward is offered for the return of a bay gelding branded FM on the right shoulder. The horse weighs about 1400 pounds and disappeared from the Elliott ranch eleven miles south of Grass Range about six weeks ago. Bring the horse to the ranch to claim the reward from JAS. VANDENBARK of Grass Range Montana.
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United
Elliott Ranch
Grass Range
Girl Wanted for General Housework
A classified notice seeks a girl for general housework for Mrs. James H. Charters. The job listing requests suitable applicants to apply to the provided address or contact details for consideration.
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James H. Charters
Wellman’s Offers Meats and Groceries in One Stop
Local store announces a combined selection of meats and groceries at Wellman’s. Shoppers can expect a diverse range of fresh cuts, pantry staples, and everyday essentials under one roof.
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Wellman’s
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First National Bank
Pioneer Implement & Auto Co
G. B. Laird
Frank C. Laird
Tom L. Flemming
Depot
W. S. Smith
Fergus County
Fergus Hotel
J. M. Vrooman & Son, Proprietors
Grass Range Milling CO
Peter J. Sheeran
Jas
Vandenbark
Mont
Fee
Sharples Ay. Pty
Purdue
Judith Hardware Company
Lewistown, Montana
Ford Agency
West
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