Plans Laid for Yellowstone Trail Meeting Delivers Funds
J E Prindle returned from Aberdeen where 200 delegates discussed the Yellowstone Trail project. Over $2000 was raised including $50 from Custer county and $25 each from Baker Terry and Ismay Commercial Clubs. A route committee and a fundraising committee were formed and incorporation planned. The aim is $50,000 for preliminary work including a Marmarth bridge and a North Dakota road section, with a spring 1914 completion in sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Prindle
Aberdeen
Custer County
Baker, Terry and
Ismay
Milwaukee Ba Y Co
Trail Association
South Dakota
Little Missouri River
Marmarth
Carson County
N. D
Prindle
Knowlton Notes and Local Moves
Sunday school at Knowlton School house each Sunday at 10 30. Lionel Archdale and wife have gone to housekeeping at Lance Irvine ranch. Mr and Mrs Daly returned from the stock meeting at Miles. Frank Roberts of Conn has been employed by Jesse G Black and will begin work next Monday. Farmers sow oats while weather stays fine. Wayland Wood went to Westmore on business last week. Mrs Verne Lawrence formerly Emma Kinney has sold her 160 acre claim near Terry for 1600 dollars. Emmett Crosby piloted homeseekers through these parts last week, three may locate near Knowlton. Ralph Roberts of Ismay visiting Tom Stevens for a week and Tom’s care of children commended. Leo Fish captured a den of eight cub grey wolves and shot one old one near Johnny Anderson’s ranch. Winter wheat looks fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knowlton School
Lionel Archdale
Lance Irvine
Mrs. Daly
Miles
Frank Roberts
Conn
Jesse G. Black
Wayland Wood
Westmore
Verne Lawrence
Emma Kinney
Terry
Knowlton
Ralph Roberts
Ismay
Tom Stevens
Tom
Leo Fish
Johnny Anderson
White Wood Work Polish Method
Inside painted woodwork can be restored to a new look by rubbing with a rag dipped in whiting. After drying, remove residue with a soft cloth. This method does not damage the paint unlike soap and water and is simple to perform.
Education is the lottery of education for the boy
A speaker urges a young man to return to school insisting education outs the hard labor of later life. He argues schooling is free now and worth more than brute strength, warning that future bosses favor brains over muscles and holidays come later if one stays in class.
Build a Live Enterprising Town in Your Community
A call to business leaders and residents to foster optimism and effort to attract homes and enterprises. Positive attitudes, public spirit, and collective action spark growth while doubt and complaint repel potential settlers and investors. Ex.
Hay Creek Items Highlight Local Happenings
The Hay Creek community notes a school closure last week and busy spring crop work. Sunday School resumed with Mr. Ingram as Superintendent, and Miss Mildred Lamb moved near Calumet at the start of the week. Hilton and Wright families visited the Allen home, a picnic meeting was postponed due to the secretary's absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hilton
Wright
Allen
Be Honest and Steady Self-Respect in Public Life
A quotation from Herbert Kaufman on honesty as core to achievement and self-respect as a life preserver. It urges that individuals in pursuit of trusted posts must remain steady and true to themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Kaufman
Epictetus on Needs of Humans and Animals
A concise reflective line discusses Epictetus noting God required irrational animals to serve appearances, yet humans to comprehend their use. The quote contrasts animal utility with human understanding, highlighting the role of perception and philosophy.
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God
Epictetus
Prisoner at the Bar Seeks Extra Year By Raiding Courtroom
A courtroom scene in Tit Bits reports the prisoner declining to speak before sentencing. He quips that if the tables and chairs were cleared for him to thrash his lawyer, you could give him a year or two extra. The judge remains unmoved as the exchange ends.
Notice of Publication for Montana Homestead Claim
Notice is given that Arthur Hl. Doecken of Mildred Montana filed intent to make final three year proof to establish his homestead claim for the land described in Serial No 08911. Proof to be made before U S Commissioner Leon Tayes at Ismay Montana on May 28 1913 witnesses include John Conlin Thomas Worsell Frank Roberts Commie D Jones and A Kirehber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Hl. Doecken
Mildred
Montana
Wy Swly
Was Not for Him and Other Humorous Exchanges
A collection of light quotes and quips from newspapers including the Boston Transcript and Rochester Times. Dialogues touch on courtship misfires proposals and mistaken expectations as a witty snapshot of social banter. The items feature brief exchanges about romance, recognition, and manners in dated tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabel
Boston Transcript
Truth and Falsehood in Everyday Life
A compact reflection on how carelessness about truth fuels widespread falsehood more than deliberate deceit. Dr. Samuel Johnson’s insight highlights everyday stakes in honesty and perception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Johnson
Temperate dispute sustains good causes says Browne
A Browne quotation argues that a good cause can endure without fanatical zeal and be maintained by measured debate rather than fiery passion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Browne
Modesty Seeks New Name As It Praises Itself
A wry aphorism notes that when modesty begins to boast it should change its name. The quip centers on self praise and the linguistic pull of labels in social perception.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Aberdeen-Twins City
Yellowstone Trail Association
West
Emmett Crosby
Alfred Wright
David Bickle
SAM Undem. V. Pres
W. A. Brubaker
Cash
F. P. Reileey
State Bank of Terry
Terry, Montana
David Bickle BF
P. Reelley Sam
Gro
Lesuer Lon Fluss
Dunham Lumber CO
M. Schwartz
Mer
Hay Creek
First National Bank
Ismay, Montana
Department of the Interior
Miles City
Rochester Times
Bishopric Wall Board
Midland Coal & Lumber Co
V. D. Millison
Local Mer
Ismay, Mont
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