24 Oct 1913
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Newspaper
Saco Independent
Location
Saco, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1913
Page
1
The article explains storage factors for vegetables focusing on temperature moisture and ventilation. It notes that parsnips store well in ground while sweet potatoes and squash require warm, dry, stable conditions. Maturity and careful selection of firm, well sized specimens are essential to prevent decay, with late maturing varieties generally most suitable for storage.
Feveita and itching cured with Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment. The ad claims the ointment clears pores, stops itching instantly, and heals eczema rash ringworm tetter and other eruptions. Sold by Pfeiffer Chemical Co Philadelphia and St Louis for fifty cents.
An article urges farmers to improve home life to keep children from fleeing to the city. It argues environment shapes youth, and improving the household need not cost much, just time and effort, to attract and retain farm families.
The Guthrie steamer laying train arrived in Plentywood on Sunday and began laying steel on the Plentywood Scobey extension. Two miles of steel were laid Monday and crews push ahead. the Soo line expects to reach Outlook mid next week. The arrival reassures western residents awaiting the iron horse.
The debate centers on Representative Baker’s bid to insert remarks by outsider Borland into the Congressional Record. Baker’s move provoked fierce objections as lawmakers say the privilege to print others’ remarks is being curtailed. Raker extended the discussion, tying the House up while other members caution against setting a precedent.
Billings prepares for the Montana Pure Seed Association Exposition and Yellowstone County Boys and Girls Corn Show along with a Potato Show and Farmers Institute. Premiums totaling hundreds of dollars will be awarded as the Chamber of Commerce handles details for large crowds. The event marks the first Pure Seed Exposition under a new organization and coincides with Montana seed law changes January 1 requiring seed analysis and labeling. The Institute offers courses for farmers and youth with professional instructors from the Experiment Station.
A fragment shows a vendor asserting every customer pushes the goods and asks what is sold, with a reference to carriages. The text reflects a shop sign or ad dialogue.
The article notes bills in Congress to regulate adulterated fabrics in interstate commerce and compel labeling of materials. It cites President Wilson’s support for such legislation and mentions Representative Binaquist of Minnesota as pushing the measure amid general public indifference.
Hauser describes an encounter at a Libby cabin where a cub bear charged him as he opened the door. He stabbed the animal in the eye, killing it. the bear later died from the wound. He plans to bring the bear to Libby for substantiation.
Western governors have been photographed while working on road projects. Enthusiasm for good roads grows as meetings in Detroit and gatherings in Missouri Kansas Nebraska Colorado and other states bolster support. Congressional action on road legislation is expected to be popular when the winter session opens.
J L Hall and state railroad commissioners Morley Boyle and McLearen report 280 grain elevators along the Great Northern in Montana, up from about 15 to 32 four years earlier. The count includes many completed or under construction, with about 100 erected last summer for fall crops.
Saco opens a modern depot with complete painters finished and a long plank platform for easy train access. Two large waiting rooms, a neat office, and a sizable freight area enhance town and attract outsiders seeking homes or work. Judges note the improved appearance reflects progress and pride.
A local citizen argues that banks must keep reserves and loan funds, claiming about 80 percent of Montana deposits are funneled to Wall Street. The letter urges states to hold their own reserve funds to protect depositors and prevent outside control.
Arthur Birum demonstrates stubborn reliability after his car balked in the country, then he hitched a team to pull it clean and got it moving again.
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