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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1892
Page
4
Local items include subscription offers for the Messencer and free copies for the poor, town society events, visitors and travels, sales at Berg Bros, lectures by Mrs. Laura Howey, and a grand social at J. R. Marks's residence with over 50 guests enjoying music and a lavish dining display.
Public notices from Lawson and Gallatin County attest that E F Stanton becomes principal, with multiple letters praising his character, thoroughness, and teaching ability. Fellow educators from Olivet College to Montana schools commend his conduct and assume he will lead effectively.
G M Jones advertises record low prices on footwear in Montana. Mens low shoes priced at 1.50 dollars, mens fine shoes at 2.00, ladies heavy shoes at 1.90, childrens school shoes at 1.00, and a line of childrens shoes at 0.25 dollars.
The Fergus County court reports a divorce case, Clara L Hopkins versus J W Hopkins, with rapid proceedings from complaint to decree at 8 53 p m. The item references immigration buzz and remarks on prior sensational topics, ending with local ads for remedies and goods.
Joe Stephan, gunsmith and texidermist with 25 years’ experience, offers all guns and ammo, fishing tackle, pistols, and ammunition for sale. He will also tan and sell fur pelts and guarantee first class work at Townsend adjoining T. H. Swift's Dry Goods House.
A nostalgic note recalls severe childhood illnesses with Chamberlains Cough Remedy curing croup for a mother and her child. The ad notes sale by J R Weston.
The Fergus County Argus praises Miss Bach for her turn as the leading female in Esmerelda. A Helena resident and society belle for years, she impressed with a flawless performance, creditable execution, and a fine second act song. She received two bouquets and many compliments, with hopes for a future appearance.
August 1, 1892 J W Schaaf notes he is out of business and asks debtors to settle accounts at his old stand. He invites calls to balance the books without delay.
The notices describe regular Townsend Lodge No 6 meetings on the let and Ord Saturday evenings at Masonie Hall Broadway Townsend with inviting remarks. Also J W Somaar Financier details and A F A M meetings every 4th Saturday at Hall over Judge Weston’s Drug Store inviting visiting brothers.
Stevens Point, on the Wisconsin Central Lines, known as Old Wisconsin for the Wisconsin River, is a hub of vast lumber interests. The river outlets thousands of acres of pine, powers mills second only to Neenah and Menasha, and supports many manufactories plus the Wisconsin Central car shops. Tickets and information are available from G. F. McNeill in Minneapolis or James C. Pond in Chicago.
J B Wilson of 371 Clay Street Sharpsburg Pa proclaims Dr King s New Discovery cured his wife of pneumonia after la grippe and other remedies failed. Robert Barber of Cockeport Va says the remedy helped his lung trouble. Free trial bottles at J R Weston s Drug Store with large bottles priced 50c and 1.00.
The Sixth Judicial District of Montana orders the next regular term of court in Meagher County to commence September 1 1812 revoking a prior order dated December 28 1802 that fixed the term on the first Monday of September 1802. Dated August 1802.
The 1. C. O F invites members to meetings at Judge Westons drug store every Monday night. Visiting members are cordially invited. Signed by G G Watt and N W C Waatey secretaries.
Union Pacific announces extensive preparations to transport excursionists from Montana to Denver for the Knights Templar Triennial Conclave meeting on August 9. Colorado railroads offer low excursion rates August through September to Pike's Peak and other sites. Tickets on sale in Helena from July 28 to August 10, valid for return to October 1, priced at $35.595.
Pocket map of Washington Oregon Idaho Montana and Wyoming with seven colors and counties rivers railroads post offices in durable covers. Correct to date Includes maps of all states. Agents wanted boys and girls can earn money quickly samples 25 cents each mailed on request Matthews Northup Co Buffalo NY.
The church invites the public to attend Sunday evening preaching at 7 30. Social service takes place Thursday evening at 8. Sabbath school begins at 2 p m. All services open to all.
For sale by Buckien Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Price 25 cents per box.
To the Public warning all persons not to trust my life or account as I will not be responsible for any bills contracted by a female party. Mat D Clements Townsend Montana July 11 1608.
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