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Newspaper
Ismay
Location
Ismay, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1909
Page
3
A humorous 1909 piece describes catfish jug fishing along Tadpole Creek. A narrator ties whisky jugs to fishing lines, chases moving targets, endures stings and near spills, and finally lands a prize at sundown in a rambunctious, hazy outdoor adventure.
A 1909 vignette follows Smathers awaiting a lunch with Burt after a long estrangement. Smathers recalls their friendship and fears change, then waits past 12:55 and 1:15 without Burt arriving. He ultimately notes Burt has not changed a bit.
Irad Biglow and cousin Edgar discuss kite fishing for game birds with imaginary aerial nets and hooks. Irad touts wild ducks pigeons and a hundred-dollar eagle as profitable targets while Edgar grows impatient awaiting a Freeman’s trip. The plan hinges on exotic gear and a fall start for ducks and geese.
Gus Wiseman, a Laporte watchman at an electric line steam shovel, was trapped in a smoldering furnace. He dragged himself to the door, rang the whistle cord, and his blasts drew workers to rescue him as authorities hunt two whites and a negro for an alleged brutal attack and arson plot.
Dix argues the only sure path to resolve a dispute is legal action. The column advises avoiding informal delays by seeking judicial resolution through proper court channels.
Mrs. M. A. Schwerin of Detroit reports that her child had about sixty boils at six months old and a recurring red scald like eruption behind the ears each spring. She used Cuticura Soap and Ointment with Resolvent, noting complete relief and two years of no trouble. February 24, 1908. Potter Drug & Chem. Corp. Boston.
A humorous courtroom exchange is recalled with a judge questioning a prisoner about a grocery store, cheese, and a moving picture. The jab reflects satirical tone from Harper’s Weekly.
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