Montana Faces Severe Drought Then Hopes For Breakthrough
The region endures an historic drought with unusually light snow in the mountains and scant stream runoff. Officials warn recovery may take years but express faith Montana will rebound and lessons may spark changes to better meet droughts. Nearby states like North and South Dakota faced similar cycles, with past droughts giving way to prosperity as crops and land values rose. Weather this week offers renewed hope that the drought may be broken this year.
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Montana
Coulees
Drouth
Union
Hazen
Fort Buford
North Dakota
South Dakota
Great American Desert
Dakotas
Fergus
Notice of Will Proving Time in Montana Fergus County
Notice is given by the Fergus County District Court for the estate of Robert Minnick deceased that on Wednesday August 13 1919 at 10 o clock A M at the Lewis Town Court House the time and place for proving the will and for hearing the application of E S Frigstad for letters testamentary has been fixed. Any interested person may appear and contest. Dated July 21 1919. James L Martin Clerk. By Herbert L Linn Deputy Clerk.
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District Court
Tenth Judicial District
State of
Montana
Fergus
Robert Minnick
Lewistown
County of
E. S. Frigstad
James L. Martin
Herbet L. Linn
Corsicans Hard Fighters of France in War
The Corsicans are praised as superior to other French troops for fearless, impetuous fighting. They despise cowardice and honor military valor tied to Napoleon's homeland. Their history includes past alliance with Britain and a period under George III.
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France
Napoleon
Corsica
Great Britain
George III
What Does It Mean for Main Highways Bond Question
In the September special election two bonding propositions are on the ballot. TheRoads clause mentions main highways countywide, raising questions about which roads count as main highways. Farmers worry about paying for roads they use to move produce, while many newer county roads are marginal. The piece contrasts state road bonds and U.S. policy with local Fergus county implications and touches on wartime headlines, crop news, and fashion trends of the era.
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Rome
Board of County Commissioners
Fergus County
Varying Depth of Cioutis and Thunder Clouds
Storm clouds during thunderstorms can reach depths from two to five miles or more, with varying vertical development. The text notes the substantial height of convective clouds and the potential for dramatic weather phenomena.
Aviators In Italy Describe After-Dinner Music Scene
From the Italian front comes word that American aviators in service enjoy nights after dinner with light music. A pilot or chauffeur in overalls hums grand opera while others play piano, with one musician performing Schubert and Mendelssohn in ragtime for a humorous change.
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Italy
Mendelssohn
Campaigning Against Blindness Predicts Fewer Blind People
The campaign against preventable blindness is credited with progress toward a future where very few blind persons will be seen on the streets, with predictions spanning fifty years.
Uncle Eben on Flattery and Counterfeit Dealers
Uncle Eben says a man who relies on flattery to get ahead is not much different from a merchant who trades using counterfeit money. The remark draws a sharp parallel between deceit and manipulation in daily dealings.
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Eben
Dr Brown’s Maternity Hospital Opens August 15 Lewistown
Dr Brown’s Maternity Hospital at 120 Evelyn Street Lewistown will begin accepting patients on August 15. The facility announces new medical services and availability for expectant mothers as it opens its doors.
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Dr. Brown
Evelyn Street
Lewistown
Reward Offered For Bay Gelding Missing From Grass Range
A $25 reward is offered for the return of a bay gelding branded FM on the right shoulder and weighing about 1400 pounds. The horse disappeared from the Elliott ranch 11 miles south of Grass Range about six weeks ago. Bring the horse to the ranch to claim the reward.
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United
Elliott Ranch
Grass Range
Girl Wanted for General Housework
Classified brief states a girl is wanted for general housework by Mrs. James Charters. No further details or contact information provided in the readable text.
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James . Charters
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First National Bank
Pioneer Implement & Auto Co
G. B. Laird
Frank C. Laird
Laird & Laird
Tom L. Flemming
Depot
W. S. Smith
Grass Range Rebiel
J. M. Vrooman & Son, Proprietors
United States
Mexico
Caranza
Middle West
Kaiser Bill
Purdue
Judith Hardware Company
Lewistown, Montana
Ford Agency
West
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