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Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
The Bridge Project,

It is with much satisfaction that we
are enabled to to our readers
that the carriage bridge across the Mis-
souri, river at this place Is a sure thing.
This place has always been On the natur-
a; highway from Helena, and the prosper
Gus settlements Of the Sun river valley, to
tho rich mineral sections of Neihart and
Togo, and to the fine agricultural sections
of Belt, Highwood, Sand Coulee and the
Judith Basin. This was long the natural
highway for the Indians en- route to the
hunting grounds Of the Judith. For build
ing o bridge no better location on the
Missouri river could have been selected.
The site salscsed is just below the dam
the bed of the river being solid rock, max
ing a perfect foundation for piers, such
as is seldom or never found elsewhere in
such a river as the Missouri. The river at
this point has been found to be eleven
hundred hundred feet wide. Col. Dodge,
the chief engineer of the Montana Cen
trail railroad, will soon have prepared the
plans for the structure, when more defin-
ite information can be given. For the
present It is sufficient to say that that it
will be a double-track bridge with Howe
truss, and built on about fifteen stone
piers. The Townsite company have re
solved to put the matter through, and If
10 built by private individuals it will be
built by the company itself. Work will
be commenced on it directly after high
water and it will be ready for travel by
November 1st. In addition to the great
convenience and utility of this structure
to the travelling public who will natural
" turn their steps this way, the expenai-
ture of $225, 900 or $4,000 in addition to
other projects will give OF itself quite q
boom to our town and 8 boon to all class
es of laborers.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
NeedIessly Alarmed.

The very light snowfall in Montana in
the winter past will have its effect next
sumner in d scarcity of water for irriga-
ton. Some of our agricultural valleys
are settled to an extent that makes the
water supply a serious question in a year
Of average abundance. The present
promise for next summer is that the
scarcity will be such as to cause material
loss in crops. This is, Of course, canli-
toned on the probability that the grow
ing season will not present sufficient rain
fail to grow crops without irrigation. A
heavy snowfall on the mountains every
winter is what the agricultural interests
Of this territory demand.-Free Press.
We fear the Free Press fears are not
| well founded, that is, so far as Northern
Montana is concerned, and the above ap-
! pears to refer as much to their portion OF
/ the Territory as elsewhere. No trouble
is ever experienced, to our knowledge, OF
a lack of water for irrigating purposes IN
this section, as the valley streams all car
nv a sufficient amount Of water no matter
[ what the demand may be, or the scarcity
| of snow In the mountains. We are under
the impression that the heaviest snow
fall in the mountains usually comes at a
later period in the season than this.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
The Spring Reports.

Reports from all parts of Eastern Mon
tana and Northern Wyoming are to the
effect that the cattle have weathered the
winter with the minimum proportion Of
loss; hardly any more than might be ez-
pected during the summer months. E1-
cept in the extreme eastern portion Of the
territory, where there was some slight
loss, sheep have done equally well. The
winter is now considered over, and it is
hardly possible that there will be any
more spells of weather sufficiently cold to
affect the cattle intarests.-GaZette.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
The Cataract mill is running steadily
The Hotel.

We have been permitted to examine
the plan executed by ]. A. iiuy Of the
new hotel building in course of erection
here, and which when completed will be
one Of the neatest ants most convenient
structures Of the kind in Northern Mon
tana. The building viii have a front OF
ninety feet on Central we. and fifty feet
on Park drive; will be three stories high,
and contain twenty sleeping apartments.
On the first floor will be a large and com
mndious office, ladies waitingroom, dining
room, sample room, and a large and well
lighted billiard hall, besides, other neces.
sary apartments.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS.
The Season Commencing Early With
Every indication OF a Long Con-
tinuanca.

Building operations have commenced
in Great Falls in dead earnest, and the
indications are extremely favorable for its
long continuance.
The bank building, ORR Central ave.
and Second st. is we'll under way, and the
contract specifies that it must be complet-
ed BY the 1st of the coming month. The
structure is 2Ox4O in size, Of plain but
neat architecture.
The hotel building, corner Central ave.
and Park drive, will be a handsome three.
story structure, 4ox80 in size, aud is to be
ready to accommodate guests by the 1st
of May.
Murphy, Maclay s. Co. will erect a sub
stantial stone structure 25xS0. The foun-
dation for this building was laid during
the winter and it is the Intention of the
firm to have it finished by nay 1st.
Messrs Gibson & Vaughn will undoubt-
ed erect a brick structure on the proper
ty they recently purchased of Canary.
A"S SSiieict1cI sISsS NV JGt ao@iaSd 'h
the details, hut it is quite likely a fine
building will be erected. The foundation,
which is an uncompleted state is to be
finished Immediately.
Burnham & Maloney Of White Sulphur
| Springs, intend to erect a good, substanti-
al business block on Central ave-, within
tho nayf S;yfv dave
Spurgin & Crowder will erect g. two
story brick business room on Second I've
| South, work on which Will be commenc-
ed e week.
Work on O. C. Mortson's building is
being pushed forward steadily
Mr.. Gamer is arranging tor q large
stone building on Second ave. South, ex-
cavating for which is 10Y is progress
An addition Of 2ox20 will be added to
the tribune building Immediately to
accommodate the new plant which will
be here next month.
There are numerous other structures
in contemplation, of which mention will
be made at some future time. Altogether,
it is safe to say that from $125,000 to
$4,000, and probably more than that
sum will be expended improvements in
this place the present year, and perhaps
more han ten times that aG1ount the coIn-
ing year.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Steps should be taken without further
delay to put the Missouri river road in
condition t admit of travel By freight
outfits as we'll as for lighter vehicles. The
route is preferable in every particular to
the old road. Not only is it a great saw
ing in distance between this point and
Helena, but the country it traverses is
high and no washouts will ever occur
besides, for the greater part Of the dis
lance the soil is of a grayelly nature
There is no question but that the road will
receive the bulk of travel the coming sum
msr, not only between Helena and this
place, but also to Benton and other north
arn points. All who have traversed the
road will bear us out in the above state
ment. 1t is the natural highway between
Central and Northern Montana, and for
that reason If no other, will be hereafter
extensively travelled.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
THE RAILROAD Is COMING.

WRITTEN FOR THE TRIBUNE.
There's music in the air,
And good feeling everywhere,
'Mong all who have a common share
In the future of Great Falls.
Hopes surging up all round,
Faith is strong and very sound;
And confidence abound
In the city of Great Falls.
The farmers with good Wa1s
Are getting in wheat for the mill:
The right kind of courage fill
Our people in Great Falls.
The Sand Coulee people wear a smile,
And Neihart in a little while,
Will show up in finest style,
In the city of Great Falls.
Belt and Barker can compare,
With Highwood, rich and rare,
To be represented fair
In the city of Great Falls.
The Sun river valley people too,
Who know what's best to do,
Are holding strong in view,
Their interest in Great Falls.
The prospects are SO entirely fine,
And encouraging along the line,
That business men incline
To build in Great Falls.
And that big strong man of toll,
Still is boring for water and for oil,
To light the home and irrigate the sell
In the city Of Great Falls.
And Ed is building stores and banks,
And Joe is sinking wells and tanks,
We're going to hare good times friene
Hanks,
In the city of Great Falls
Enlarge the TRIBEsE right away.
Damn the expense, It's sure to pay,
And bring in money every day,
To the city of Great Falls.
The iron horse is coming down
Along the Missouri to the town,
In a business Ray-it helps to crown
The city of Great Falls.
Then here's success to mine and thine
May the sun Of prosperity brightly
shine,
And stay for all coming time,
With the people of Great Falls.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
hlpRAH.

The Blair Education bill has pass
the Senate by a large majority. It is
high time we ere doing something
in the way Of National Education.
We must educate or we shall perish.
It is easy enough for any one to float
in his little boat down, down over the
falls, but it takes effort to pull across
the stream to the desired haven.
Germany has long ago set theexample
in education Hard times, foreign
immigration, riots, bogeotting, etc,
are the high and muddy waters Of our
times. Shall our people float on the
bosom OF this mighty current to the
expansive and broad ocean of anarchy?
Something must be done to avoid the
mighty Niagara ahead Of us. We are
already beginning to feel the force of
the rapids, Education is the oars, the
boat, the life-preserver, the everything
for our safety. We repeat it sirs, We
must educate OF we shall perish.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
M. L.
q Mill for LOST River.

Negotiations are pending for the
building OF a mill on the gold ledge
on the Big Copper mine, Lost River
Idaho There is a large body Of gold
quartz il this property and it is for
working this that a mill is wanted.
The property is also an immense one
as a copper ledge, carrying consider
able silver, and capital viii make the
camp, Cliff, a good one IN time.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
The Montana Central.

4. B. H.milton writing from Helena,
to the Calumet says: "Ths Montana
Central is now an assured fact Fifty
miles of grading are alread contracted
for. McCune & Co, have contracted for
ten miles Of grading and rock work il 1.-THE
Prickly Pear Canyon and twenty miles
from the canyon towards Helena. Con.
tracts for grading the road from Helena
to Grsat Falls are to be completed by
September 1st. Colonel Broadwater will
push the road along as fast as possible.
Having such men as ]. ] Hill and other
capitalists to back him with their mil,
lions is a guarantee of success"
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
Justice Court.

The suit of Theodore Montfort vs.
Frank Ogilvie, for wages, was settled
Tuesday. H. P. Rolph appeared for Mont
fort. The suit of Thompson VS. Canary
was decided Tuesday by Judge Huy who
allowed Thompson forty dollars o month
instead of the fftydemanded by him..
The case of Culberson VS. Strong is to be
determined Saturday.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Andersonville is getting to be the gath
ering place for men Of science in this sec
ton of the Northwest, We doubt wheth-
er there is another collection of stuffed
birds in Montana equal to that of Robert
Williams, Or a finer collection of plants
than that of Fred Andersonss. In addit-
ion to these scientific gentlemen, DR.. Pot.
tie devotes his time aud attention to the
manly science.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

gions in the world. To the west, perhaps
the most beautiful landscape presents it.
self; from a slight elevation n can trace
the beautiful Sun river valley for miles
and miles, and at whose head rise majes-
tically the snow-capped peaks of the
main range of the Rockies; this is a grand
bit of scenery and must be seen to be APP
preciated. If you want to enjoy yourself
for q few weeks in the autumn months
we advise you to come to Great Falls.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
Notice of Final Entry
LAND OFFICE AT HELENA, MONT,
A.-aldk 1SCR -

LAND OFFICE AT HELENA, MONT, I
March Is, 1883 s.
NOTICE is hereby given that the following
Unnamed settler has filed notice of his intention
that said proof viii be made before Phil Gibson
= Notary Public, in and for Chotean
county, Montana. at Grsst Falls, on February
ton D S 5i56 for the El-2 SWA SecD and E.:
II Secs Tp.2f Mr. Sc.
He name the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residanca upon, and cuitivtion o
sad Land. viz: William Winters, William J..
Kennedy, Howell Harris, Joseph Peraul, all Ct
ageat Falls. Ii. 7.
sW LANdHORNE, Register.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
The Forest Reserve.

We notice that the Forestry Reserva-
ton Bill has been reported upon favora-
bly, by the senate committee to whom 1t
was referred. Should the bill become
a law, it would paralyze some of the most
prosperous settlements in Northern Mon
tana, and would directly effect all the
Territory. Some immediate steps should
be taken to crush it
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

We understand Mcssrs. Wolf Bros. &
:Sorick are greatly pleased with our town,
and will definitely locate here. These
gentlemen are, we learn, skilled cabinet
makers and will probably open a furni-
sture and undertaking establishment next
summer, which will pay from the start.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
Now that we are eoingto have a lar

Now that we are going to have a large
hotel and can properly provide for tour
lists parties, We invite pleasure seekers to
pay Great Falls a visit the coming sum
mer. We promise some OF the grand
est scenery in Montana, outside of the
National Park. The falls of the Missouri
rank among the greatest Of natures won
ders within a distance Of less than twelve
miles this mighty river makes a descent
of nearly six hundred feet, over a series
of five eataracts. The big spring two
miles from town is the largest in the
world, and is well worth travelling Q long
distance to see. To the east at a distance
OF twenty miles are the HighWood range
OF mountains; to the south at a distance
Of 80 miles are the Big and Little Belt
ranges, in which are the most prosperous
mining camps Of Neihrrt. Yogo and Bar
ker, destined at no distant day to be-
come the greatest mineral producing re-
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

AS soon as the Dexter Ferry is in oper-
alton men will be set at work on the road
to Eagle Rock, filling up the holes and
making bridges, culverts, etc. BY the
way, why cannot the people in the north
east corner of Lewis and Clarke county
have Il little of the road fund expended
for their benefit?
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

There is every indication that Mr.
Gladstone IS soljdifying his Cabinet
on the Irish questions. # his health
will permit. Of which there is some
fear at present, he will accomplish his
purpose. Gladstone is certainly q
giant among men, especially in gov
ernmental affairs. No other man
could have done SO much as he already
has done in the way of giving liberty
to the common people, against SO many
odds.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
ST. Pafrick's Dance.

The dance given here on the evening of
the 18th was a success in every particular.
4 large and jolly crowd was present, and
dancing was kept up until a late hour
The music was first class The supper
given at the Higgins House in the eve
ming was said to be par excellent.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Robert Vaughn has sold Ills fire stall,
zion, prospect" to the willard Cattle
company for a price which reaches we'll
up in the thousands. This animal is
probably the finest il the Territory
he has a trotting record of less than 2:45
and weighs 1910 pounds.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
Joe Hamilton has leased James East

Joe Hamilton has leased James East
mans quarry, about W. miles above town,
and has a crew Of men at work develop
ing the property. He will build a fiat
boat to transport the stone from the quar-
~ to town. This quarry is one of the
best in the Territory and the stone, which
are Of a rich brown color, resemble and
are pronounced by experts to be superior
for building purposes to the brown stone
Of New York.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

The report going the rounds of the ter
ritorial press regarding the recent pur-
chase of a small piece Of real estate by
the Townsite company, at a fancy price,
should he taken with several grains of
allowance. The consideration is private,
but we have reason to believe no such
price was paid as reported.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Mention was made some ago in these
columns of the fact that a townsite would
be laid out at Sun River Leavings, and a
flour mill erected, and other improve
ments made. We learn lately that the
matter is likely to materialize without
unnecessary delay, and also that an effort
is to be made to have a postoffice estab-
lished there Immediately. This is a
promising site for a town, and no doubt,
If directed properly in its infancy, will
take care of itself in 3 few years.
A party named Hunt. was arrested in
this county something like a year ago on
the charge of cattle stealing, aad after re
naming in durance in Benton for some
months, was discharged, but shortly after
arrested by the Lewis q Clarke county Of
feials on the same charge, and a verdict
of mot guilty" was rendered by the jury
at his trial last week. If we remember
Alright, it was surmised at the time of his
FIRST arrest that the parties who entered
the complaint against him did 80 in order
to square up an old grudge.
Johnny Heaay's letter, published in the
Calumet, offers considerable encourage
.snentt to men Of means, energy and ambi-
r4ion to emigrate to Alaska. but for poor
men the inducements offered are notvery
attractive. The resources Of Alaska are
undoubtedly great, and it may prove to
he the richest mining country III the
world, but large capital and years OF Ia
Dor are necessary to develop 1T o some
extent, before men dependent upon their
labor alone can afford to leave any local.
" where they are at least sure Of adecent
living.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Mr.. J. q. Ray of Sand Coulee, who
was stricken with paralysis last week
died Saturday, and was buried Mondayin
the new cemetery. Rev. Vigas officiating
Mr.. Ray was a native Of New YORK state
and was in his 63d years at the time OF
his death. He leaves behind his aged
helpmate and one son.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

The River Press says ~outcropings Of
coal of a fair quality are found on the
lower Teton, near Benton, and that the
officers of the government geological sur
yey gave it as their opinion that CT a
depth of 500 feet, coal could be found
anywhere in the country surrounding Fl.
Rant0n.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
Choseau County Post Offices.

Following is & complete list Of the post
offices in this county at the present time:
Belknap, Believer, CIloteau, Christina,
Conrad, Dupuyer. Fort Assinaboine, Fort
Benton, Great Falls, Jo%hnstown, Judith
and Piegan.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

j. T. Lee while crossing the river at the
ford MI day last week, had rather a mar
row escape from a ducking. One of the
horses stumbled and in trying to regain
its feet became tangled, and for a few
moments things looked decidedly inter
esting.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Nessrs. Paris Gibson and Robert
Vaughn have purchased Of Ed. Canary
his lot and foundation en- Central Avenue,
and expect to erect a commodious brick
structure thereon the present season.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

The weather during the present month
has been anything but agreeable. While
not being cold, it has been chilly, and the
atmosphere damp, and considerable snow
has fallen which, however, ensures Il good
growth of grass on the range, The past
winter was less sewers on rangs stock than
any previous a for many years.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
NOTICE OF FINAL ENTRY.
LAID OFFICE AT HELENA, MONT.
March Il 1898

NOTICE is hereby given that TIE following
ton to make final proof in support of his claim,
and that said proof viii lie made before Georss
II. Eay. Notary Public, at Great Falls, Mont, on
Presumption D. s., 67s4 for the A1-2S Ed ardS1-2
n Ell See. 21 Up 20 Mr. 4E.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon, and cultivation Of,
said land, viz: George D Burlington, Joseph
Hamilton, Alfred G Ladb, Herbert Q Chowen
~ Il : s. ". LANGHoRNE, Regi.tsr.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Alex Lux was down FROM Sun River
one day this week. Ia will shortly
move on his ranch q few rifles up tie val
ley from this point.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
Heavy Loss.

Dogs got into j. 7. A~rmington's sheep
corral on Belt Creek one night last week,
and caused the death Of about 800
thoroughbred sheep, worth $1,000 or
$1,50o.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
a Weather Pointer.

A flock of thirteen white swan were
noticsd flying north one Gay this week
This is said to be AL infallible indication
of the neal approach of spring.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Last week seemed to be a week Of
fire. Fire in Cleveland, fire in Jersey
City, fire in st. Louis, fire in Wick
life, Ky, fire in Ohio, fire in Indiana,
fire in San Francisco, fire in Boston,
in fact, the hot season is nearing.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

We understand Mr.. Wadsworta, the
gentleman who has the mail contract be
tween this place and Sun River, is IN
agent of Wells, Fargo & CO.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

ourselves with such nations as France
and break treaties whenever it Is to
our taste and profit. The Rock
Springs massacre, perpetrated,-let it
be said to the credit Of American
cltlzens,-whollg by foreigners upon
an i~nodensiye people is a shame and
a cruel outrage. China demands
capital punishment to the offenders,
and q disayonel of all such actions up
on the part Of government; also
indemnity to the sufferers for losses
sustained IN the western States and
Territories by recent riots and expuls-
ions. Otherwise China will withdraw
her relations with the United States.
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20
Garden and Flower Seed.

The Montana National Banks store at
Sun River, have . large stock of fresh
garden and flower seed. At
Great Falls tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1885-1890, 1886-03-20

Everything is moving along swimming
lY in Great Falls favor.