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Newspaper
Ismay Journal
Location
Ismay, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1913
Page
1
A dated column urges housewives to apply efficient business methods to kitchen tasks. It argues housework becomes drudgery only if mismanaged, noting improper tool choice, poor storage, and unnecessary motion waste. It stresses standardizing processes to save energy and time.
A Knowlton Notes roundup reports local changes and happenings. Postmaster Reece George resigns and Mrs. Mary Lum seeks the job. Ed Holbrook’s fishing party is postponed due to high water. Mrs. M A Woodruff and daughter arrive from Laredo, Missouri. Mrs. Ernest Sorenson and baby return from Miles City to a Sutherland ranch. Knowlton’s population grows. Harry Schlosser welcomes a new son John. local deer hides reach Mr. Anderson. turkey farming expands with Mrs. Jim Newman and others hatching poults. W T Stephens travels to Miles City as deputy to Sheriff Wells. a recent rainstorm boosts Montana farmers and stockraisers.
C E Stewart proved up on his homestead Wednesday. Children Day observances filled the North Cottonwood schoolhouse with songs and recitations. Edna Baker visits Mrs. Fredrickson. Jos Noll and family plan an extended Iowa Minnesota South Dakota Nebraska tour. Amy Bishop visits Schye home. Chas Carey tills 40 acres for Dr Heldman on his farm west of town. Sylvia White returned home due to illness.
Notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of July 1913 sealed bids will be received by the Clerk of School District No. 57 Westmore Custer County Montana for coupon bonds totaling 3000 dollars in multiples of 100 at a rate not to exceed 6 percent payable semi annually for up to 10 years and redeemable in 6 years to build and furnish two school houses per order of the Board of Trustees William Salmon Clerk.
An old colleague recounts Maupassant as a junior clerk who missed work about three days weekly due to illness to pursue writing. He wished to keep the clerkship while his literary prospects grew and stayed eager to retain the job for security.
A note on original words of Yai Doodle dated about 1825 urges display on a single sheet in the Acotian Museum. The 16 stanzas are described as increasingly idiotic, yet the melody has created a global sensation, with sale by Deshing in Hanover Street, Boston.
A judge remarks on a woman’s claim of studying overseas to finish her education. The record notes she told of attempting to fix her hair with six waves and a few tricks, illustrating social pressures and questions of authenticity.
In a witty aside quoted by Life the character Vastlee Rich proclaims cash could purchase ancient organizations, reflecting a satirical view on political power and old ties. Longfellow’s line is cited as sentimental contrast.
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