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Newspaper
Ismay
Location
Ismay, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1908
Page
11
Notice states Mr L E Whitehouse is no longer connected with Tue Ismay in any capacity dated June 8 1908 signed J A McKinley.
A shipment introduces Persian sheep to the country highlighting their value as livestock. Officials note potential for breeding and meat production, with farmers expressing interest in adopting the rare import. The arrival signals expanding diversification in domestic herds and agricultural markets.
The Pearsall Leader reports Col. Charles Goodnight’s success with Persian sheep in Texas suggesting potential profitability if Montana adopts western sheep-raising methods. The piece notes high cloak values, disease resistance, and the aim to breed finer fur at lower cost, with broader implications for local ranching.
Ismay militia announces Sergeant N A Eggleston commanding the squad with Geo O’Brien Jno Johnson Ed Patterson Frank Tessier Bert Benson Wm Cote McSherry. Riles arrived last week and uniforms are expected soon. Weekly target practice starts at 200 yards rising with proficiency as 12 best marksmen from each company go to state shoot at Helena and from there to national and international events. Sergeant Eggleston was chosen for last year’s Ohio shoot, marking him among the state’s top Sharpshooters.
A. O. Gullidge of Gray's Lake buys T. W. Egan’s stock in Ranchman’s Supply Co at Terry. Gullidge leaves for his old home to settle affairs and will return with family around July first. He is noted as an energetic, public-spirited citizen. Clara Trapp of Dodge Center Minn arrives in Ismay to join Gray Gables and pursue a homestead. Miss Walters, Knowlton correspondent for Tom Ismay, sails to Switzerland for summer. will teach again in fall.
Portable rental notice inviting inquiries for furnished rooms with location at The Eggleston office upstairs and instructions to apply there.
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