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Newspaper

Saco Independent

Location

Saco, Montana, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1913

Page

4

Why I Emigrated to Western Canada Astonishes a Farmer

A Chicago journalist recounts a farmer who left Iowa for Canada. He bought 160 acres, later expanding to about 3000, paid for by harvests within three years. The man lists lower costs, greater returns, and the climb from renter to prosperous landowner as proof of Canada’s boundless opportunities for the poor.

Chicago Canada United States Western West Iowa Towa Western Canada Manito Saskatchewan Alberta Ottawa

Kalispell Hopes to Rejoin Great Northern Line

Kalispell rumors sweep that the Great Northern may restore service to the city by reconnecting Kalispell with its main line. Superintendent Cathcart has purchased the National Hotel, boosting belief the road will restore the Kala sp e ll line to Glacier Park area and place Kalispell back on the railway map.

Kalispell Great Northern Cathcart Lacier National Park Flithead Great Northern Road Kalispel Glacer Park Famors Marion Jennings Watgon Flathead Metropolis Houtz Great Northern Lines

Elk shipment planned to stock Anaconda ranges

A carload of elk will be shipped from Yellowstone park to restock ranges west of Anaconda. Locals seek funds to cover loading and shipping costs estimated at 325 dollars. Elk cannot be hunted in Deer Lodge and Granite counties for five years to protect the herd.

Anaconda Yellowstone Park Denny Johns Deer Lode Granite Park Gay Stivers Bonita A. P. Johnson Ashmore Frank L. Rusk Lathrop Frank Conley Deer Lodge Sumner Boulder Yellowstone County

Montana arrest linked to North Dakota arson case

William Oltmer, charged with burning Nina Taylor’s homestead, is under arrest at Westby Montana after a Dakota connection involving Ambrose North Dakota.

Rotation benefits for crops and soil health in the north central states

Notation of crop rotation increases humus and nitrogen in soils. If a large portion of produce is fed to livestock and the manure returned to fields, few regions will yield higher farm profits than the north central states.

North Central States

Cow Learns to Endure and Share Milk

A brief note describes a cow that will not endure mistreatment and will stop producing milk without kindness. It emphasizes that gentleness weaves strength that abuse cannot.

Government to House Rocky Boy Tribe in Blackfeet Lands

State officials report two Blackfeet townships will be set aside as Rocky Boy and his wandering Chippewas receive a government start. Secretaries Lane and Washington dispatches indicate funding beginning with about 1000 dollars for the first year to cover food clothing and essentials until crops and livestock help sustain the group. An outfit including stock and farming gear will also be provided to enable a livelihood aligned with the secretary’s policy.

Helena Blackfeet Rocky Boy State House Washington Lane Sam Cief

Fire scars Livingston as big blaze hits downtown

A major Livingston fire wrecked the A W Miles Hardware Co, First State Bank, Dan Smith saloon, Walsh and Co, Dr S C Pierce, and William T Riva cold storage. About 60 percent of losses covered by insurance with plate glass and adjoining property damaged. Two persons injured. Fire prompted calls to Billings and Bozeman. Park hotel syndicate plans a temporary eight story hotel on adjacent lots costing over 600 thousand dollars.

Livingston First State Bank A. W Miles Tardware Co First State Bank Glock Dan Smith S#ove M of Walsh and Co S.C. Pierce William T. Riva O. Moo Harves Allie Siva Billings Bozeman Ferry Great Falls New Park Hotel Syndicate Lioutana

Mining interests seek control of Butte Duluth properties

Strong mining interests in Butte and nearby areas press to gain control of the Butte Duluth plant and properties. Captain A B D Wolvins says the owner is not ready to relinquish yet, while others connected to Butte & Superior are examining the plant and assets to present an offer to Captain Wolvins and his associates.

Mina Butte Butte-Duluth

State's First Merchant Dead in Deer Lodge

Thomas Aspling the first Montana merchant and oldest pioneer died in Deer Lodge last week. He crossed the plains in the early sixties seeking gold, opened Isis store in Deer Lodge, and celebrated his ninety eighth birthday on December 12, boasting he would reach a hundred.

Deer Lodge Thomas Aspling Montana Plains West Isis Territory of

Great Falls Bank Elects New President

L. H W. Hamilton was today elected president of the Commercial Trust and Savings Bank in Great Falls, succeeding George H. Stanton who resigned.

Great Falls L. H W. Hamilton The Commercial Trust and Savings Bank George H. Stanton

Montana Homesteader Dies in Wagon Dragging Incident

Forsyth reports James E. Lambers, who relocated with his family from Minot North Dakota to claim a homestead, was killed when dragged under his wagon. The victim was among settlers establishing a claim in the area.

Montana Forsyth James E. Lambers Minot N. D

Cows and Soil Fertility in Dairying

The article argues soil fertility is best kept through liberal use of barnyard manure. It highlights that a dairy herd enables this practice and also makes dairying highly remunerative when properly managed.

Dairy Calf Development Highlighted for Young Livestock

Farmers are urged to focus on feeding and management of dairy calves in the first six months, noting this period is critical for growth and future milk production. The article stresses shifting routines to improve early development and long term herd yields.

War on pests harnesses ichneumon flies to vanquish fern caterpillar

Washington scientists prepare for a biological campaign in a struggle between the Florida fern caterpillar Eriopus floridensis and the ichneumon fly. The caterpillar devastates ferns and roses in greenhouses across Ohio Illinois and D C. Researchers say millions of ichneumon flies will be released to kill the pests as prior control methods failed.

Washington Department of Agricuture North Ae Tan Mexico Florida Techneumon America Ohio Illinois District of Columbia Guatemala Costa Rica Bahamas Jamaica Cuba Haiti Santa Lucia St Vincent Venezuela British Guiana Brazil Trinidad Orlando Fla Department of Agriculture Department Ichneumon Fly Army

Gloomy Weather Triggers Rise in Domestic Warrants

In Chicago during the recent gloomy days one hundred fifteen warrants were sworn by women against men in the court of domestic relations, more than double the usual number. Court attaches attribute the increase to bad weather and stress from the season.

Chicago

Menthol Cough Drops and Teething Syrup Promote Relief

A breezy advertisement notes Dean's Mentholated Cough Drops as a simple cough remedy and Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething pain. The piece wittily markets these tonics and hints at the value of honest talk by saying gossip can taint truth.

Dean Winslow

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