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Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
ON A FREE WOOL BASIS.
A Prominent Woolgrower of This County
Receives a Discouraging Letter.

p. |. Moule of Bercail visited tine
county seat Monday. Mr.. Moule
handed us the following letter, saying
that we could publish it if We felt dis
posed. AS it shows the actual condi-
ton of the wool market and the
causes which operate against domes-
tic wool, we publish it for the enlight-
eminent of those who contended that
free wool would bring better prices:
Pull ,DELPHIA. Aug. %, 1898.
Mr.. p. /. MouLE, BERcAIL, FERGUS Co.,
MONTANA:
Dear Sir: We are offered Ike, less 2
per cent for cash, for about 400 pounds
of your average or second quality of fine
Montana wool, the free trade London
value of which today is about 81 or DC.
We are also offered 13kc., less 2 per cent
for cash, for about 5000 pounds of your
choice fine Montana, the free trade or pres
ent London value of which is about 1O1,
or lie. per pound.
1t is estimated that so per cent of the
wooden mills are at present idle and the
balance are running On short time. This
makes a great difference in the demand for
wool. There is so much pressing or the
market and so little selling that prices are
rapidly moving with jumps and strides
toward the free wool level, and SO long as
there is doubt as to the attitude of con-
gress on the question of tariff revision on
a free wool basis, which of itself without
any further legislation carries with it a cut
OF 44c. per pound on cloth. manufacturers
refuse to start up their m ills and say that
they see no prospect OF being able to fix a
time when their mills will resume opera.
tions. AS you want your wool held and
not sold, prices may fall to the free wool
level or may even drop below that level
before you will be willing to let us sell. The
advances on your wool are already toe
full in proportion to it's value here. but we
are still willing to continue to hold your
wool if you keepa satisfactory margin in
our hands, but unless you are willing to do
the latter by returning at once S4OO. we
will have to sell. Ii you return the above
amount now W. will continue to hold the
WOO Very truly yours,
JUSTICE, BArEMAN Il Co.
The S4OO drawback mentioned in
above letter was on about 81 ZOO
pounds of wool.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

We believe the people of the state
will indorse Governor Richards in his
determination not to call a special
session of the legislature. Think of in
viting the same ~disgraceful scenes that
we're witnessed last winter. A Mon
tana legislature is too expensive a
luxury. 1t is doubtful, too, whether,
with deadlocks removed, a senator
could be elected in time to be of any
service in the senate as regards silver.
What assurance have we that the Daily
and Clark factions would not again re-
new hostilities? With state funds tied
up in banks that have closed their
doors and the state so hard up it CAM
pay a bounty certificate, for Gods sake
spare us an extra session of the legis.
INDEPENDENTLY as it is now com
posed. One vote in Washington viii
DOT determine the silver question.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

The Montana Wool Journal, IA publica-
ton devoted to sheep and wool and pub
lished at Billings. after an existence of two
years suspended publication this month.
Lack IL interest by those engaged in the
wool and mutton business il assigned as
the reason for the suspension of the paper.
The failure Of the journal tn establish
itself upon a firm footing 10y strictly advo-
eating the interests and rights uf the Mon
tana %sheepman shows cnuclnsively that
the idea was not "A popular one and that
the average Montana fiockunn~ter prefers
to work out his own salvatIuu.-Billings
Gazette.
We regret to learn Of the suspension
of The Wool Journal. 1t is not through
A lack of interest on the part of wool.
growers that the Journal was not &C.
corded better support. 1t requires
some time Il establish an industrial
paper when tie cause it advocates is
lourishing. Just at present the wool
growing industry is pnralyzed and
those engaged i'll it must economic OF
every hand to stem the tide. Dom
blame the woolgrower. The present
administration with its promise of free
trade Is responsible.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
DROPPING ON THEMSELVES.
The Reply of Phillipsburg TO Minneapolis
Jobbers.

The editor of the Minneapolis Jour
nal lately telegrphed to Phillipsburg
to ascertain the truthfulness of the
report that a boycott had been de-
clared against Minneapolis jobbers in
that town. The following straight
forward reply was at once t~elegrapbed
to him, and the same should be done
in every city, town or village in the
state:
1.-The industrial classes have insti-
tuted a boycott against all merchants
who purchase goods in Minneapolis
and St. Paul, therefore the boycott
may be said to be coextensive with
the population of Granite county. 1t
is understood that the same condi-
ton exists throughout, at least, all of
western Montana. The aus is al
legged to be the bitter newspaper war
fare waged against silver by all of the
newspapers of the Twin Cities"
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

less by nearly two-thirds than in the
corresponding season of the second
year of the operation of the Mckinley
bill, and less by one-half than in the
first year of the operation. This means
that the mere prospect of the free
WOOL policy of the Democrats already
has reduced the income of the Ameri-
can w~oolgrower by nearly two-thirds.
Farmers who voted directly for Cleve-
land, or indirectly for him by throwing
away n vote upon Weaver, can con
slider the result of their mistake in
painful leisure.-Inter Ocean.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

plank of the National Democratic plat
form. II adhered to, there must he a
readjustment on an entirely different
basis in everything pertaining to man.
ufacturing and dependent industries.
If ignored, and regarded as mere sub
terfuge times will improve within a
year very perceptably. At present
factories are closing their doors, mills
shutting down, railroads going into the
hands of receivers. banks closing, and
the pay of loboring men being reduced
from ten to twenty-five per cent. A
beautiful picture of Democratic pros.
perity.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

The success of Mrs. Annie NJ. Beam ol
McKeesport. Pennsylvania. in the treat
ment of diarrhea in her children will un-
doubtedly be OF interest to many mothers.
She says: 81 spent several weeks in Johns.
town. Pa, after the great flood, on account
of my husband being employed there We
had several children with US, two of whom
tool the diarrhea very badly. / got some
Of Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and Diar.
rhea Remedy from Rev. Mr.. Chapman. 1t
cured both OF them. | knew of several
other cases where it was equally successful.
I hin it cannot be excelled and cheerfully
recommend it," 20 and so cent bottles
for sale by W. w. Dewitt. druggist.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Mr.. Thomas Bate, editor of the Graphic.
T~exarkana, Arkansas, has found what he
believes to he the best remedy in existence
for the fiux. His experience is we'll worth
remembering. He says: Last summer ]
had a very severe attack OF lux. | tried
relief. Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and
Diarrhea Remedy was recommended to
me. | purchased "A bottle and received al
most immediate relief. continued TO use
the medicine and vas entirely cured. ]
take pleasure in recommending this remedy
to any person suffering from snch a disease,
as in my opinion il is the best medicine in
existence" q and 80 cent bottles for sale
by W. ". Dewitt, druggist.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Bynum. in Denver: II have voted fol
free coinage from the time the question
has been before congress, and VIII do 80
every time the question comes up.
Bynum. in congress: Gold is the coin
of ultimate redemption. This government
cannot afford to hoat 50-cent dollars. !
am for the Wilson bill
This is the same Bynum who came
out to Montana two years ago to IN
form woolgrowers that they could
make lots of money by raising sheep
for mutton. Mutton is from S1.25 to
S1.75 per hundred lower than it was
last wear.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

The election in France shows large
Republican gains. The indications
are that tue present form OF govern
ment is taking deep root with the
French people. The Royalists made a
poor showing in the contest, and it is
predicted hat the party will soon be-
come extinct.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
Notice.

Until further notice the N. +. X. X. will
sell excursion tickets, Billings to Chicago
and return at $1,000 for the round trip,
Tickets west of st. Paul will he limited t.
forty days in each direction with finallimit
Nov. Is, 1893. If sold before August IL.
II sold after that date. ninety days from
date of sale. Stop over will be allowed
between Billings and st. Paul From st,
Paul to Chicago tickets will be limited 70
continuous passage.
+. y. SMITH, Agt y. Z. r. r.,
CHAs. 5. FEE, Billings, Mont.
G. p. A, y. p. r. r.,
ST. Paul Mimi.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Boies has yielded to the pressure OF
the iowa Democracy and accepted the
nomination for a third term. The
opposition to third terms, the popu-
larity Of Jackson, his opponent, and
the present democratic prosperity"
will make it ''hard sleddin'" for Boies.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

For a lame back or for a pain in the side
or chest, try saiurating a piece of flannel
with Chamberlaip's Pain Balm and binding
it onto the affected parts. This treatment
will cure any ordinary case in one or two
days. Pain Balm also cures rheumatism.
so cent bottles for sale by W. W. Dewitt,
druoviat
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Congressman Springer has been
dropped from the craftsmanship OF the
ways and means committee of the
house and succeeded by Wilson of
West Virginia. Mr.. Springer has been
made chairman of the committee on
banking and currency. He does not
accept the situation good naturedly,
and it is probable his button-hole
bouquet will hereafter present a SOM
her hnR
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

There is hardly n woolgrower in this
county who feels able to bear the ex-
pense of IL trip To Great Falls TO attend
the forthcoming convention. What a
change from a year ago III the condi-
ton of this industry.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Congressman Bryan put the gold
bugs" of New York to shame at the
other night when he said the citizens
of Denver were Offering to send relief
to the unemployed Of the metropolis.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Fergus county should have a good
delegation at the woolgrowers' conven-
ton which meets in Great Falls next
week. What are our woolgrowers do
ing in relation to representation there?
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
Stock Cattle for Sale.

Between fifty and sixty head OF stock
cattle branded Ar belonging to the estate
Of August Fuller, of Helena, and in charge
of Columbus Regli. of Beaver creek. Bal
ance of brand of about same number run
by John Tresch, can also be purchased.
Cattle can be bought for half cash and
balance on good security. Address
CoLUMBus REGLI.
Le~wistown, Mont.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Congressman Hartman OF this state
has been assigned to the committee on
irrigation of arid lands. by Speaker
Crisp. Mr.. Hartman will doubtless
prove a very efficient of the
rom mittee.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Lee Mantle WAS rejected hy thcsenatc
on Wednesday Of last week by II vote
uf 81 to 80. The question was econ
sidercd and came mp for final action
again on Monday If this week when
the vote went against Mr.. Mantle 10y
~ L. ~
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Tn Republicans are loudly predicting
success in the state elections to be held in
Iowa and Ohio this fail. This time "A year
ago they were loudly predicting success in
the national election. then n few months
off. Comment is unuecessary.-Helena In
dependent.
Yes; and il the vote could be recon
sidered this fall, Grover Cleveland
might spend the rest of his days fish
ing al Buzzard's bay without molesta-
tioD
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Thomas A.. Edison, who Is now in
Chicago taking in the Worlds Fair,
the Manufacturers build
ing the most wonderful Cf all on the
grounds. This is n great tribute TO
American inventive genius which has
been fostered 10y the policy Of pro
tapfipn
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Last week a Chicago girl upset a
lamp while heating a curling iron,
causing a conflagration that destroyed
n million dollars worth of property.
That was Il costly beau-catcher.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

In the abstract of the reports made
To the comptroller OF the currency
showing the condition of the national
banks on July II last, a decrease in in
dividualr deposits of sl93, 0Oo, OOO in two
months is shown: in loans and dis
counts Sls7 900, 600: in specie $1,000
600, and undivided profits, Sl3,0oO,oOO.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

The National WoolgroWrrs' cuuven
ton will be held this year III Chicago
ON Oct. =. 1t will NOT likely point
with pride" I q the trade in wool this
Democratic year. But the mutton
trade promises I" tie hrisk.-lntsr
llspuft
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

1.-THE sales of WOOL" says Dun's Re-
view, "during the past seven weeks
have been but 17,575,000 pounds,
against 5O,327, $50 pounds in a like
period of last year, and against $780,
500 in the corresponding weeks of
1891" That is to say they have been
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
Chicago Cattle Market.

CHICAGO, Aug. 25. - The following
sales are reported today by Rosen-
baum Bros. & Co.:
Continental, heifers, 1924, 8 cents;
steers, 1,19S, $3.50.
Masepah, 1,153, 1925.
Royce, 1900, $40.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Although wages of operatives are be
ing reduced in Carnegie's works and IN
factories all over the country, We hear
of but few strikes by employees. Oh,
no: it is when industries are thriving
that laborirg men strike. \ year ago
they wanted All increase in wages, o
they must suffer a reduction or starve.
How beautiful is the promise of free
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
/ RETIRED BUSINESS WOMAN.
A Page From Her History.

The important experiences Of others are
uterp-tins. The following II no exception:
y JlC 'sr.n troubled with heart disease q
I"ar>- n;i, VI oi that time very seriously. For
i've wac | wa~trcated by one physician con-
s.ais Il-ls- ! wl~ in business. but Obliged to
7'ii:e IN arrUIni OF my health. a ply
.rLin ipiCs - friends that l could not live q
.sntil. Ms feet and limbs were badly swol-
en-, and ! Vas indeed in a serious condition
when a gentleman directed my attention TO
?. Mics New Heart Cure. and said that his
iSter. WHO had been afflicted with heart dis
-aSsr- han been cured by the remedy, and was
gain a strong. healthy woman. Ipurchased
tptiie OF r!ie Heart Cure, and in less than
al hour after taking the first dose i could
ci 1 desideJ Improvement In the circulation
=! my blood. When ! had taken three doses ]
Duld move ms ankles. something / had not
lone for mOn!lis.and my limbs had been swol-
en- 20 Ion that they seemed almost purified.
Before ] had taken one bottle of the New
Heart Cure the swelling had all gone down,
and l was so much better that I did my own
ro-k On my recommendation six Others are
taxing this valuabler emedy."-Mrs Morgan,
80 w. Harrison St, Chicago, Ill
DIR. Miles New Heart Cure, a discovery Of an
Eminent specialist In heart disease. is solo by
Ill druggists on a positive guarantees. or sent
Dy the DIR. Miles Medical Co, Ind. on
receipt VI price. Il per bottle, six bottles for
IS. express prepaid. 1t Is positively free from
all opiates OF dangerous drugs.
Sold by ". II. McGinness, Lewistown.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

The Wilson bill, calling for the un-
conditional repeal of the Sherman law,
passed the house last Monday by a
vote of 239 to 100.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Congressman HartmBn made a rat
Ting five minutes speech in favor Of
free coinage, all the time that was
allotted him.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Grover Cleveland has cracked the
whip and free silver has been defeated
in a Democratic house.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Governor Flower of New York says,
LET the tariff alone" The governor
is a Democrat and also a l~evetheaded
business man.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
Hay For Sale.

One hundred and fifty tons of oat and
wild hay for sale at 81 90 per ton, with
use of one field of 6 acres. Hay stacked
in convenient plncefor feeding with natural
shelter and abundance of open water in
the most severe weather, or will take n
band of sheep or cattle to winter. For
further particulars enquire at this office.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
Wethers for Sale.----Sheep to Let.

1,4oo two and three-year-old wethers.
To a responsible party a band of choice
ewes. A. W. SToDDARD, FIT. Maginnis.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31
Eerprts County argus.
FFICIAL PAPER OF FERGUS COUNTY

PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY
JOHN M. vR00MAN, f: Editor & Proprietor.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1893-08-31

Entrance fee in all races, 10 per cent OF
purse.
Three to enter and two to start. Only
one horse owned OF controlled by the same
person or persons shall be eligible to any
one race. No horse eligible to enter that is
not owned by a resident of Fergus county
on the LIST day of August. 1898.
All entries close at IL O'Clock noon on
the day of the race. Entries will be re-
ceived by the secretary of the association.
All races will ne under the rules of the
association.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-05-07
HARRIS END Is AT HAND
THE CURTAIN ABOUT TO FALL UPOS
RExARKABLE CASE.
VIII He Meet Death with That Super
natural Goodness That Has Been Ever
with Him ?-History of the Case.

NEW YORK, May 6.-When Carlyle w.
Harris expiates the penalty OF his crime
in the death chair at Sing Sins this
week the curtain will fall upon one OF
the most extraordinary criminal cases In
the history OF America Perhaps the
most remarkable feature Of ANS great
case is the almost superhuman seif-con-
troll that has characterized the now
doomed man throughout the tedious and
trying ordeal. His bearing in person, MS
conduct in the court-rooms. and the un-
precedented scene on that memorable
day when he stood up before that stern
iurist. Recorder Smyth. and spoke Tor
an hour and forty minutes excoriatng
his accusers and bowling In grateiui
homage before his defenders, are incidents
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-05-07

through chemical analysis I'VE grains OF
morphine In Helen Potts stomach. Har-
ris was arrested on March H.
1891. and on May IL. ISL. the
grand Jury returned an Indictment OF
murder in the first degree against him.
10 which he pleaded not guilty before Re-
corded Smyth five days later.
Harris was placed on trial on January
IA. 1892. the selection of jury consuming
nearly a week and the trial itself occupy
Ing nearly two weeks The trial ended on
February ID, and on February Sth he was
sentenced TO death during the week be-
ginning March ri. 1892
He was defended by Lawyers w. Trav-
ers Jerome, John A. Taylor and Charles
y Davidson. The prosecution was con-
Quoted by Mr.. Nicoll and his assistants,
Charles E. Simms. Jr., and Francis L.
Wellman.
An appeai was taken 10 the court OF ap-
neals. where the case was argued on De-
cember 9Th last, resulting I'm the decision
handed down on January 18th last. affirm
ing the conviction. Lawyers Howe and
Uummel had then come into the case,
and on February 9th fruitlessly en-
deayored 10 get n new trial on the ground
of newly discovered evidence.
Harris was resentenced on March 10Th
10 be electrocuted during the week be-
ginning May Sth, which. through the nom
Interference OF Governor Flower after
hearing the report OF Commissioner
Raines. who took testimony last week,
will now almost certainly take place.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-05-07
HEROES OF TIE VAR
The Noble Deeds OF Two Natives Of West
mOreland County.

The following interesting sketch was
sent to the "Oid Confederate" the paper
published by the ladies in charge Of the
Memorial Bazaar. 1t reached there. how
ever, too late, and the ladies decided
that the article could be given the widest
circulation by its publication in The
Times:
l send the names Of two worthy sons
OF the historic county OF Westmoreland,
whose names should go down 10 psterity
as invircible soldiers Of our loved and
honored Confederacy-Tho Alexander
Parker and Leroy Daingerfield Belheld,
who. as boys scarcely eighteen, volun-
teered i'm Captain Wharton's company,
Forty-scventh regiment. Virginia infan-
try From April until July they were
stationed at Martins Point, in King
George. but with other regiments were
ordered to Manassas and held as reserve
force.
From that date 70 the end at Appomat-
tox those boys were in every engagement.
or skirmsh during the four years. Parker
was slightly disabled by a wound that
caused him a furlough OF three weeks
After that he was colOr-bearer 10 his
regiment 70 the close Of the war when
he tore the flag into rags rather than
II should fall into the hands Of those so
unworthy OF the sacred emblem.
He came of a race Of heroes, and bears
the name OF two uncles. who were gem
erals I'm the Revolution and War OF 49,
Generals Thomas and Alexander Parker,
both natives Of Westmoreiand county.
lie Is also near cousin Of Judge r.
Parker. who pronounced sentence on
John Brown at Harper's Ferry and
Capfain william II. Parker Of the Con-
federate Merrimac lie is now an honora-
bio and highly respected citizen or mis-
native county Of Westmoreland.
Leroy Daingerfield Belfeld was with
Parker shoulder 10 shoulder in every en-
gagement; was never We nded; hau out
one furlorgh; endured unmurmurihsIy
every hardship, and was taken prisoner
at Appomattox. After the exchange nc
returned to Westmoreland CO UNITY Wheie
he became a useful citizen for sixteen
years. when he died sudde 1y or pneu-
monia, leaving a widow and i've chiidren'
These names should go down 10 history
Westmoreland is now weeping over the
new-made grave OF her gallant cavalry
general r. l.. T. Beale. noble Chr's-
tian gentleman.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-05-07

49, ,,'hard Croker. Of New York. has
another reliable performer to his
llI formidable string OF thorough
-. in this Instance Il being that thor
c} game and honest little colt Prince
- hr. Croker purchased the colt
avn Father Bill DAILY for $1,000