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Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Price on the evening of the 18th
inst. The latter was under the influence of
liquor. and claimed that he had trouble
with Cunningham over some mining deals.
Cunningham died in a few minutes after he
was shot.
The lowest bid submitted for the removal
u the soldiers buried at Fort Shaw was
$3.50 per body by a gentleman OF Wash
ington, D.. c. There are seventy-ive bodies
in all, and they are to be placed in the ma
tional cemetery at Fort Custer. The above
hill 10 considered very low by parties here
who put in bids, the owest Of which was
over $50 per body.-Rising Sun.
Billings Times: l.. d. O'Donnell informs
US that John Pooley, one OF the men killed
in the accident On the Great Northern at
Columbia Falls on November %, was well
known in this county, having worked for
Mr.. O'Donuell and Mr.. Stuart. He was
an EngIishman, and had about $1,000,
which he took with him intending to buy a
band Of sheep. The money he deposited in
a Helena bank. He has a brother in Min
neapolis.
Shelby Eli billiard, Lewis r. Hunter and
Adolph Freeman have filed articles OF in
corporation with the secretary OF state of
the Red Lodge Republican Publishing COM
pany, to issuea weekly paperat Red Lodge
known as the Red Lodge Picket. Among
the objects stated in the articles of incor-
poration are the dissemination OF Republi-
can principles and the conducting OF a gen.
eral publishing business. The capital stock
is So, 500.
Agent Kelly. of the Great Northern, has
received orders from Washington to fur
nish transportation for Maj. Steele, of the
Blackfeet agency, and eight chiefs OF the
Piegan tribe. They were to leave Havre
on the 18th inst. for Washington. Joseph
Kipp accompanied the party as interpreter.
The object Of their visit to the capital is
not made public, but it is surmised that
they are trying to dispose OF a portion OF
their Observation-Disclosures.
A. ). Brewer, who lives in the vicinity O
the Sweet Grass hills, was brought to town
late Tuesday night by Frank O'Neil, sheriff
OF Choteau county, and taken to Benton
yesterday afternoon. He was arrested on
a novel charge, which credits him with
more or less cunning and originality. By
a skillful use Of a knife and some sewing
material he was drawing sundry dollars
from the Golfers Of the state in an under.
handed amer. Brewer, to be more ex-
plicit, used to kill wolves n coyote for
the benefit OF the bounty to be derived
from the state, which OF itself is often q
profitable enterprise. But he was not con.
tent with receiving a bounty for each hide
be presented to the proper authorities to
be punched. He conceived the bold and
original idea OF patching up the holes
punched in the skin in order to draw an.
other fee from the state. For a while it
worked successfully, but his clever trick
was at last discovered, and the sheriff was
soon after him. 1t will be an unusual
charge to try a man on, but the county at
torney OF Choteau county will probably be
equal to the occasion.-Tribune.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
MONTANA NEWS.

Harris Bros, the well known elothiers OF
Helena, have made an assignment.
Governor, Mrs. Toole and baby have
gone to Washington to be absent q month
or six weeks.
Great Falls will open it's new opera house
on January 4th. Mckee Rankin's COM
pany in The Canuck" will be the attrac-
ton.
A vagrant named Dan O'Leary tried to
escape while working on the chain gang in
Helena last week, and was shot in the back
by the guard, Quill Lawrence. O'Leary
has since died OF his wound, and Lawrence
has been exonerated by the %coroner's jury.
Spratt Bros. have sold their interests in
the gem fields near Helena to an English
company for 50, 900, 600. One-half OF the
amount is to be in cash and the balance in
fully paid up shares. Eight thousand acres
Of land and two thousand inches Of water
change hands.
p. J. Cunningham, a well known mining
man Of Butte. was shot by a cousin named
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

In the make up of the committees in
the senate, Montana senators have been
assigned to. places as follows: Senator
Power is named as chairman of the
the civil service; Senator Sanders, en-
rolled bills. Senator Power is u MEM
Der Of the railroad committee, mines
and mining, improvements of the Mis-
sissippi river, transportation to the sea
board and transportation and sale of
meat product. Sanders is a member of
the public lands committee and patents
and private land claims.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
DOG CREEK AND VICINITY.
Coyotes numerous.

SOyOtes NUMEROUS.
Weather all the heart could yearn for.
Woolgrowers are busy at present breed
ing their various breeds of rams to the OPP
posite strain of ewes. The physiological
theory of contrast" seems to prevail.
W. H. Peck, OF Box Elder, has been one
OF the busiest of men this season. Besides
putting up 200 tons of hay, naming a new
boy Walter and buying out his partners,
he has about completed his new residence
Of nine rooms and containing a bay window
OF elegant proportions. 1t is the best house
in this section. and Mrs. Peck is to be en-
Wed.
A keen-eyed, light-fingered chap entered a
sheep camp on the creek recently and ap-
propriated to his own use two new pair OF
blankets, the property of a meek and lone
ly sheperd and naturally enough sheep
herders have been prescribing appropriate
punishment that should be applied "if' he
could be caught. The lightest penalty 80
far heard OF is hanging.
A hunting party composed of G. w.
Cook, j.. NJ. Vrooman, j. L. Stuart, w. H.
= ciSub " baNiu iiiiSttJ cptut SoHit tnTtt
or four days in the Judith brakesl last week.
1t is needless to say that the principal
slaughter was wrought in the grub pile and
much valuable breath was wasted in climb
ing hills and telling bear stories. Alkali
water also had a very distressing effect on
the party. However, they returned with
four deer as trophies of the hunt.
pleasant PARTY.
The social event of the season was the
dance given by Mr.. and Mrs. WIN. Vannest,
on Tuesday evening, Dec. Is, at their coy
and comfortable home. 1t was largely
the most enjoyable parties ever given in
this section. The weather was delightful
and at an early hour dancing commenced,
guided by the excellent music furnished by
Messrs. Geo. Carolus and b. F. Williams.
The calling, which was excellent, was shared
by 1. NJ. Beatty Robert Valentine and
''Van." The climax was not reached, how
ever, until supper was announced at mid.
night, and to Mrs. Vannest. assisted by
Mrs. John Sweeney, must be given the
credit for one OF the best displays in the
culinary art ever exhibited in the county.
Language fails to do justice in describing
the supper and we append a list Of cakes
served on the occasion: Fruit-Coconut-
Chocolate-Cream- Jelly-Gold-Silver-
Pound and Custard, besides, cookies, tarts,
etc. A large variety Of pies, cold meats,
salads, j%ellies and preserves also graced the
table. Ice cream was also served in pro
fusion. Dancing was kept up until a light
haze in the east foretold the approach OF
morning, when all dispersed to their re.
spective homes, with happy thoughts and
memories Of one OF the ~pleasantest gather
ings ever assembled to partake of the hos.
pitality OF the host and hostess.
NOTES OF THE DANCE.
County Com missioner Saunders seemed
to be the most popular bachelor present.
John Sweeney amused all by his artistic
clog dancing. He il a bird.
Charley Williams. Dick Gies and Robert
Valentine were the best looking young men
present, though very modest.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
ENLARGINQ rHE JAIL.

The action OF q majority of the
board of county commissioners in
voting $7,9S9 for the purpose of in
creasing the capacity of the county
jail will not receive the approval of
taxpayers. If there is necessity for
o room it would seem that a much
less sum would have been sufficient to
cover the expense. 1t vas expected
that eventually the Jail room in the
court house would be fitted up in such
shape as to meet the demands of q
rapidly growing county, but this could
have been deferred for a couple of
years with perfect safety. There is no
probability of this county being en-
tered by a railroad before 1898, if
then, consequently there is reason to
expect less criminal business before
our courts for a few years to come
than there has been in the past.
Doubtless the board thought it
better to have a complete Jail than
spend money in additions that must
sooner or later become useless, yet we
car see no occasion for haste or the
appropriation of so large q sum OF
money for the purpose.
1t is not our intention to reflect upon
the integrity OF the members of the
board who voted for the expenditure.
In fact, we believe they acted from the
best of motives. We regard it as a
mistakei in judgment. Aspersions cast
at thehonor of Commissioners McCourt
by a Matchmaking sheet will have no
weight with those who know him, even
though they condem his action in this
instance.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Our readers will notice the advertise
ments in these columns OF Chamberlain &
Co.. Des Moines, Iowa. From personal ex-
p~erience we can say that Chamberlain's
Cough Remedy has broken up bad colds
for our children, and We are acquainted
with many mothers in Centerville who
would not be without it in the house for a
good many times its cost, and are recon-
mending it every day.-Centerville Is. d.
Chronicle and Index. so cent and 81 bot
ties for sale by w. w. Dewitt, druggist.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Senator Sanders has already intro
duced a bill changing the boundaries
of the Yellowstone National Park. The
changes contemplated include a segre-
CATION of that portion of the park on
the right bank of Soda Butte creek and
the Yellowstone river, and the addition
of certain lands reserved by Commits
sioner Carter as timber lands on the
other side of the park. 1t is believed
that the bill will pass the senate. 1t
has been referred to the committee on
public lands, of which Mr.. Sanders is a
member.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Governor Hill made a speech at Ell
mira, New York, recently, and now all
the wiseacres are trying to ascertain
whether he favored OF opposed free
coinage in his utterances. Hill is a
demagogue, not a statesman, hence his
attempt to dodge the issue. The New
York Times, which is Democratic, if
anything, says Hill cannot construct
consecutively three intelligent sem
fences on the financial question if he
should try.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
THE OFFICIAL PAPER.

The FERGUS COUNTY ARGUS has again
been chosen the official paper of the
county by the board OF commission
ers, this time for two years instead of
one. The bid OF the ARGUS vas the
same in every particular as that of
last year, and was the only bona fide
and legitimate bid before the board.
The ARGUS did not attempt to meet q
bid made for buncombe or political
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Says Justice, Bsteman & Co.: Gamer
leans are fortunate in not having to
submit to the heavy shrinkages in
values in wool and in manufactures of
wool that have taken place in the out
side markets of the world. A number
of the recent London auction sales
opened with steadiness only as to prices
for choice Australian wool, which is
less than ten per cent of the whole
amount, and a decline of five per cent
on faulty woods, which is yer ninety
per CEN of the foreign supply.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
NOTICE.

To whom it may concern:
Notice is hereby given that have given
to my minor son, George II. Kelly, his
time; and that from the date hereof he is
authorized and empowered to transact
business in his own name and on his own
account. That l ' will not collect his wages
OF other moneys earned by or due to him
on any account; and l will not be respon-
sible for any debts contracted by him.
Dated at Lewistown, Montana, Decem-
Der 18th. 1891.
o. W. KELLY.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

We are in receipt of a pamphlet of
IS pages, containing the constitution,
bylaws and proceedings of the last an
nual meeting of the Montana Press
association. The work contains like
nesses of some of the leading news.
paper men Of the state, and is typo.
graphically neat in every particular,
rejecting great credit on the printers,
Yerkes & Fell, Of the Bozeman Chron.
icle.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

By virtue of having done
business with one publishing house for
nearly nine years, we we're enabled to
make a bid that will save money to
the taxpayers and the same time leave
us a little margin. We believe, with
out exception, the ARGUS bid is the
lowest for which county work is being
done by any paper in the state.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
FOR RENT.

One thousand acres OF the finest a~gricul-
tural land in Fergus county. The land is
located about twenty-five miles northwest
of L~ewistown, is enclosed with a good fence;
under a large ditch with a never-failing
water-right; unbroken, but can be made
first rate grain land. Will be rented in a
body or in tracts to suit the right tenant,
for a term of from one to five years. on
shares or for cash rental. For further par.
t~iculars apply to the undersigned.
RUDOLF Won ToBEL,
dec24 Lewistown, Mont.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

John Greenleaf Whittier, the Quaker
poet, celebrated his S4th birthday on
the 18th inst. He received many tes-
timonials of sincere regard. Oliver
Wendell Holmes sent a letter of con-
graduation which was full Of warmth
and teuderness.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
SENATOR q DEAD.

Preston B. Plumb, of Kansas, died
suddenly in Washington, on the goth
inst. of ~apoplexy. He was taken i'll at
his apartments in 18th street at seven
in the morning and was heard to ex-
exclaim "Oh, my God, my head, my
headv" Five hours later he was dead.
His death is attribed to overwork.
Senator Ingalls, will probably be ap-
pointed to succeed him until the Kan
sas legislature a elect, which will be
in January 1898.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Montana is getting to the front rs a
fruit country. At the meeting jusl
held in New York of the Pathological
society Montana apples were displayed,
one of which was chosen as possessing
the finest flavor of any grown in North
America. This is a very high testimo-
NAL, and should encourage all interest
ed in fruit culture.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Rev. s. H. Virgin, of the Pilgrim
Congregational church Of New York,
in a recent sermon mathematical
Gov. Hill as follows: The voice of
God, speaking through the public con-
science, demands that he be taken to
the precipices of the world and flung
into the abyss of eternity" What
srudge could the good parson have
against the endless abyss?
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

One of Uncle Sans mail wagons was
surrounded by highwaymen in the
streets of Chicago one day last week,
and the occupants compelled to throw
out several sacks, which were opened
and the contents lugged of. Chicago
must be just inside the limits of the
wild and woolly west"
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Congressman Dixon of this state will
doubtless be lost in the ~obscurity of
some unimportant committee owing to
his vote for Mills. At the very outset
the new congressman displays a lack of
political sagacity.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

The President has chosen Stephen b.
Elkins, of West Virginia, to fill the po-
sition of secretary of war. The selec-
ton is a good one in every respect.
Mr.. Elkins is an able, energetic man,
with great executive ability. 1t is
thought the appointment has no special
political significance.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Senator Power has introduced a bill
for the sale of timber lands in Mon
tana, and to make the same subject 10
the mineral laws of the United States
after their sale as timber lands, the
same to be accomplished by extending
to Montana the act heretofore in exist
ence for the sale of timber lands in Cal
ifornia, Oregon, Washington and Ne
,,ala
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

The Helena Independent wants to
see radical anti-tariff legislation this
winter, which would of course include
free wool. That journal represents the
millionaircs, not the interests of Mon
tana.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

What can the woolgrowers and silver
miners of this state think of Congress
man Dixon after his vote for Mills as
speaker. Did Mr.. Dixon vote for Mills
because he favored free wool, or be-
cause he was opposed to free Coinage?
These are the questions the miners and
w~oolgrowers would like to have Pretty
Dick' answer.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

1t is easier to lasso the stars or halter
break a cyclone than to make some epub-
lican newspapers tell the truth about the
position of Democrats upon the tariff and
silver questions.-Great Falls Tribune.
The difficulty lies in the fact that
Democratic statesmen change their
views oftener than they do their socks.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
STRAYED.
H. PERRISE.

Left my ranch IN lower Beaver creek in
the latter part OF July, one dark bay horse
coming four years old, and one dark brown
horse coming three years old, with one
hind leg partly white, and some white in
face. Both branded on right shout
der. Five dollars reward will be paid for
their delivery or Information leading to
their recovery Half the reward will be
paid for one.
FRED JENSI,
dee24-4t Lewistown.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

A Chicago nan was arrested at Holly
Springs, Miss, last week, the authori-
ties installing him for John l.. Sulli-
van. The gentleman is undecided
whether it vas a compliment or an in
suit.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

There has not been a Christmas since
the birth of the Savior when q dollar
would buy more presents than in this
year Of our Lord 1891, and the "calam-
ity bowler" might as well swear off ly-
ing with the new year, and try living
an honorable life.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

The reelection of Hall as mayor Of
Walkerville by nearly double the ma
jority received a year ago will give the
Democracy of the state no comfort.
This is the same Hall who checkmated
the rape on the ballot in precinct "a.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
Sore Mouth in Lambs.

UBET, Dec. Is, 1891.
ED. ARGUS Your correspondent from
Flatwillow asks for a remedy for sorem mouth
in lambs. A mixture OF sulphur and lar
applied to the sores is a very effective rem
edy. Should be glad to hear from any one
who knows Of a better cure or of a prevent
i've.
H. PERRISE-
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

The statement that Maj. Mckinley
has the grip will surprise no one. Ever
since the Ohio election people have
been convinced that he has never lost
his grip.-Chicago News.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

The gavel for the next speaker of the
house of representatives was made of
Georgia oak, mounted with gold, and
engraved by an American jeweler. 1t
was sent by express to Judge Crisp, a
present from the citizens of his home.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
For Sale, Cheap for Cash.

A dwelling house, next to livery stable,
east side. Furniture sold with house il de-
sired. Everything new. Stable on lot ca
pable of holding four horses. Also good
ice house. Parties desiring to purchase
should call on j. B. Pichette.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
NOTICE.

Parties having bills against the firm o.
Regain & Logan please present them al
once, and those owing said firm please cal
and settle at once. By order board OF ar
bitrators.
dec17 J. w. GRAY, Secy.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
Notice.

Loans negotiated upon improved ranch
property. Address
EDWARD BRAssEY.
Real Estate Agent,
Oct. 22. Lewistown, Mont.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

The membership Of the Republican
national convention, to be held at
Minneapolis June 7th of ext year
will be as follows:
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

If Alaska should send two delegates
and they should be admitted, the
table would be Just 900, requiring 451
to nominate.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

MIR. Blaine will address Boston's
merchants at a banquet 10 be given
January 9TH.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
Estray Notice.

From Lewistown, a small brindle mich
COW, stub horns, branded en- (Ed.
Harris brandy on left ribs, N
vented with a bar under brand. The brand
is very dim. Vent plain. A reward OF five
dollars will be paid for her return to the
undersigned.
RUDOLF Won ToBEL.
declO Lewistown, Mont.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Major Mckinley, who has been i'll
with the grip at his home in Canton,
Ohio, is improving
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Published WEEKLY BY
JOHN N. vR00MAk, F: Editor & Proprietor
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Senator Sanders has introduced bills
for the establishment of land offices at
Fl. Benton and Dillon.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

when Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is freely
giuen. 1t keeps the cough loose and makes
expectoration easy. so cent bottles for
sale by w. W. Dewitt. druggist.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

OFFICIAL PAPER OF FERGUS COUNTY
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
fergus County Arpua.

.EwIsTowN, THURSDAY, Dec. "a. 81
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24
Strayed.

One dark brown mare, weight 6 lbs,
branded O on left thigh and r on right
thigh. Usual range, lower Rock o Creek.
Five dollars reward for delivery at Lewis
town.
DR.. L. A. LAPALME.
nov19tf.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

Oct. 22.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1891-12-24

dec24
Der fortschritt. [volume] (New Ulm, Minn.) 1891-1915, 1891-12-31
Gum nfuen 9ubrf 1892

eau eno ihmel9en un6 p%erpraNen,
Was 11lillionen fhwer entbebrt.
Sa6t uns lieben, laft uns balien,
Was Ger Sieb', oes 6a0es pertb!
fir uus ollie 1T auf Groen
Raum un6 8roo uno 6lad eenu9.
Die Natur, i'm ew9en Deroen,
Kennet niht Der Qrmutb FLUID.
fort nit 6auflern, fort nit Orobnen,
uur Die 2lrbeit ebrt Den mann.
fir betroeene miuionen
8ridt Elm neuer mor9en an.
@l6dlein flin9t BON naben Qhurme,
Kanoet bell oie 6ludt Der uaht,
Rube meift Dem metter iturme,
1ubelno brauit's Gs 1T pollbradt!
Der fortschritt. [volume] (New Ulm, Minn.) 1891-1915, 1891-12-31

6l6dlein flinet pom nahen Qhurme,
Klnoet lan9iam mitternad1t.
Rube meidt oem lauten Sturme,
Jubeln6 braui's Is 1T po%llbradlt!
Qlten -3abres id1were Sorsen
Sinfen in Ser &5eiten 6ruft,
uno oes neuen -Jabres Wor9en
;fdrbt nit &euersslut Die SUIT.
!fuut oe 8efer bis gum Ranoe,
Seeret fe bis auf oen 6runo,
GaBt es t6nen ourd Die San6e:
6o4 Der freien meniden 8unS!
Goo Dem wahne uno Dem Qru9e,
Die uns 5e0eln anselestl
Sa6t uns in 9ewalt9em 3u9e
Dor1pdrts orin9en, unentwe9t!