Notice of Final Commutation Proof for Ismay Land Claim
Department of the Interior Miles City Montana announces Fred A Priess of Ismay Montana filed for Final Commutation Proof on land described in Homestead Entry No 0558. Hearing before U S Commissioner Leon C Hayes at Ismay Montana on February 17 1912 with witnesses Burt Curtice Claude H Stickney N A Shipman and G L Stickney all residents of Ismay Montana.
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Department of the Interior
U.S. Land
Ffice
Miles City
Mantana
Fred A. Priess
Ismay
Montana
Township Oy
Range 568
M. P. Meridian
Leon C. Hayes
U. S
Mopians
Burt Curtice
Claude H. Stickney
N. A. Shipman
G. L. Stickney
How to Burn Papers Safely in a Hearth
The article describes a method to burn old papers by rolling them tight with wire and placing them in a broom handle and paper bundles. Rolls are burned slowly to avert chimney danger and may be made in various sizes, with several burnt together for efficiency.
Realism In Babylon Mocked By Critics
A New York artist defends realism amid jokes about detailed depictions. He cites a Chicago painter who created an Assyrian bath scene with towels labeled Nebuchadnezzer in authentic cuneiform, illustrating meticulous but humorous accuracy.
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Babylon
New York
Chicago
Lippincott’s
Poetry is Skyscrapers and Modern Poetic Voice
The author argues against reverting to ancient models for inspiration and asserts that contemporary poets can find genuine poetry within modern institutions and twentieth century impulses if imagination is applied masterfully.
Earnestness and reward in pursuit of noble aims
A quotation attributed to Dwight discusses zeal and earnest effort as pathways to recognition. It suggests that a small group of truly earnest individuals gain respect and advantage, as crowds naturally yield to those who push forward with zeal toward a defined objective.
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Dwight
Immense Swiss Tourist Trade Spends Heavily on Hotels
The article notes $160,000,000 spent by tourists on Swiss hotels. Interest payments, upkeep, and profits sustain a vast industry that employs thousands, funded largely by visitors seeking health, recreation, and pleasure.
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Switzerland
Built Up Big Business in Ireland Carriage History
The first jaunting car appeared in 1815 in Ireland with Carlo Bianconi a Milanese settler in Dublin. He drove daily to Caher and back charging two pence per mile. By 1838 his operations numbered sixty seven conveyances drawn by nine hundred horses.
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Ireland
Carlo Bianconi
Dublin
Caher
Wobbler Seldom Succeeds Quote by William Wirt
A short aphorism notes success in life hinges on decisive character rather than genius. It warns that perpetual hesitation leads to inaction and failure to choose between options.
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Wobbler
William Wirt
Beet Seed Industry of Poland Progress Report
The Polish beet seed industry began thirty years ago and has reached a level of perfection where local seed closely matches foreign quality and often surpasses it in performance.
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Poland
Difference Between a Statesman and a Boss
A dialogue contrasts leadership types with Mr Bones asking for contrast and Mr Tambo answering that a statesman seeks trusted friends while a boss pursues personal gain. The exchange frames political integrity versus self enrichment in a sharp moral joke.
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Mr. Bones
Mr. Tambo
Embryo Politician Joke Sparks Father’s Witty Claim
A mother asks why the baby will grow into a great politician and the father replies that the child will say many impressive sounding things that mean nothing, more than any kid he has seen. The quip captures a satirical take on political eloquence.
Overcome Indolence First in Mind Discipline
A quotation attributed to James Allen defines the first step in mental discipline as conquering indolence. It states this is the easiest step and without it the remaining steps cannot be taken.
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James Allen
Piece of Good Advice About Grinding and Cold Water
A terse aphorism suggests avoiding grinding with frozen water and warming up to ease the grinding task. It compares the body’s composition to two thirds and frames a cold proposition as needing warmth to succeed.
Duty's Measure in the Present Hour Quote
A concise quotation highlights the call to duty and the demand of the present hour urging action and self knowledge. It emphasizes moral obligation over time. The line prompts readers to assess their duties in the current moment.
The Great Ambition in Theatre Production Circles
A compact note notes that producers and writers chase acceptance for plays amid a busy theatre season. Industry players seek openings, commissions, and stage slots as reviews and audiences shape success in a crowded landscape.
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Sai
Convenient shoe horn claims to aid feminine comfort
An old advertisement touts a so called convenient shoe horn that supposedly helps women reach their feet unassisted, even with corsets. It claims relief for those burdened by obesity and notes the accessory’s price may be high but offers printed relief value.
The Impossible Agreement in a Mixed-Up Marriage
Old Brother Gaumpers explains a quarrel with his wife in dialect showing they cannot agree on the same issue at the same time. He notes they can agree separately but not together, and changing minds only makes agreement harder.
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Gaumpers
How Opium Is Secured and Processed
Opium is obtained by cutting the poppy capsule with a notched iron instrument at sunrise. Juice oozes out by morning and is scraped off and saved. A vessel full is strained and dried, with many poppies needed per pound. In liquid form it resembles dark strawberry jam.
Cornraising woes and airship woes in 19th century chatter
The Louisville Courier-Journal notes humorous claims from a New York journal about cornstalks in Connecticut as large as a tree. It jokes that in Ohio valley lands squirrels knock ears while beyond rifle range, and airships wobble making them useless to shoot from.
Daily Thought on Suspicion and Credibility
A quoted reflection notes that suspicions hard to counter persist when not testable by fact. It argues these suspicions relate to an indefinable future and gain credibility through endless repetition and elusiveness, shaping belief despite lacking proof.
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Sydney Brooks
Children and Praise as Behavioral Guide
A brief editorial note on parenting method suggesting praise over lengthy admonitions. It argues that when a child ignores rules, offering a few well earned compliments can be more effective than hours of lecturing and pleading.
Marcus Aurelius Reflects on Duty and Time
A passage quotes Marcus Aurelius noting one should not plead lack of time or leisure to excuse neglect of duties to others. He argues against using constant occupation as justification for relational obligations.
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Marcus Aurelius
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G. A. Lewis
Bank
M. H. Heldman
Barlingburp Bldg
Mont
Geo. W. Farr
U. S. Land Offices
Miles City, Mont
Tisor & McKinnon
Ajligg
Co. H. Grote
Agency For the
Miles City Steam Laundry
Frank Gibbs
Marmarth, N. D
North Oak
Miles City Hat
H. C. Plimpton
Undertaker
Miles City,Mont
Midian
Coal & Lbr. Co
THE
Ismay Journal
Harry W. Wilson
A. Kircher
Register
Laundry J.E. Paulides
Puget Sound
Mobridge
R. R. Thiele
Journal
Re Magazine
Popular Mechanics
Ici
POP ’ Mechanics
Washington St
the Journal
Thomas A Kempis
Puck
Great Northwest
Ismay, Mont
Atam
Irs
Elen Birian
Alinaus
Raney Ire
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