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Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28
Heavy Increase in Gram Exports.


Export Withdrawals of grain dur
ing the month of March totaled 49,
725, 1O4 bushels. an amount approx
mately 100000 bushels larger than
that for a corresponding month last
year. OF this total, 8,20O,597 bushels
left the country through Atlantic
ports, 5,732,0S9 bushels through Gulf
ports, 1,371,240 bushels through Paci-
fic ports, and 1.421,1 bushels through
northern border, lake, and other prin-
cipal ports. For the three months
ending March 81 the total shipments
amounted to 49.7S1,1O3 bushels, in con-
trast with 2S,463,289 bushels for a
similar period in 1904, an increase for
the first three months of the current
year of over 2O,OOOO0O bushels, due
largely to heavy corn exports. OF the
present years Withdrawals 24,62S,S 1888
bushels were handled by Atlantic
ports, 19,226,22o bushels by Gulf ports,
3,OO3, O8S bushels by Pacific ports, and
1928, 462 bushels by northern border,
lake, and other principal ports.
Corn exports for the month OF
March totaled 14,515,116 bushels in
contrast with 7S64,7S0 bushels for a
like month last year, while the move
ment for the first quarter of the pres
ent year aggregated 45,l17.14l bush
els, an amount over 25,00O,O00 BUSH
els in excess of that for like period
in 1904. Oats and barley exports also
showed an increase for the present
year if compared with that of 1904,
| but the foreign withdrawals of wheat
and rye indicated large decrease
| by similar comparisons. Flour with
drawals for the first three months OF
the present year amounted to 1863
344 barrels. being about 100000 bar
rels below similar movement for
| 19O4.-Railway World.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

9F4es-0f The world n: N: rice; conr
.nsrcis III Z - 9ssA ssaa 1qA ~
Spain, writes to the consular depart
ment at Washington as follows:
THE attention of European sheep
breeders is being called to the pres
ent condition of the wool market.
For IS or 40 years the price of wool
had continually fallen, so that from
1895 to 1900 it had decreased so per
cent below that of 1870 and 1875.
Recently a rise in price has taken
place in the worlds market. The fall
in price was attributed principally to
the extraordinary development of
wool production in Australia, Cape of
Good Hope, Argenteina and Uruguay.
These countries produced about 1877
100000 pounds in 1870, 253,00O,O00
pounds in 1880, and 360.000,000 pounds
in 1889. This rapid increase of pro-
ductiOn enormously augmented i'm
portation into industrial countries.
Some years ago there began a pro-
gressive decrease of the flocks in Eu-
ropean nations. In 80 years there had
been a decrease of 34,O00.000 sheep
in the flocks of England, France, Ger
many. Austria-Hungary and Spain.
The sheep in Australia decreased from
los. 900, 900 in 1870 to 100000 in
1898. The importation of wool into
Europe from Australia, Cape of Good
Hope. Argentina and Uruguay amount
ed to 2.7S3. 900 bales, 2494 900 bales,
2, 445 900 bales. 2,245.OO0 bales and
2,045,oo0 bales in 1895, 1901, 1902,
1908 and 1904. respectively. The price
of wool has steadily risen since 1901,
and in the case of the wool called
"cruzados" or crossed the price has
increased 100 per cent in the London
market. This rise is due to the di-
minished production.
From 1910 to 1892 the number of
sheep bred in Australia, Tasmania
and New Zealand increased with OK
traordinary rapidity; their numbers
then began to shrink, and from 1893
to 1904 the decrease has been enor-
nous. The Australian f1ocks decreas-
ed from 125,00O,O0O in 1892 to III ,O0O,-
600 in 1897. 1o3,00O,oOO in 1895, o.
100000 in 1902 and 73,O0O,OOO in 1908
The frequent droughts were the prn-
cipal cause of this decrease of 50,OO0,-
900 sheep from 1892 to 1905. On &C.
count of this fact it is probable that
the rise in price of wool will con.
tinue. Thirty years ago the countries
named bred only Merino sheep for
fine wool. but afterward the growers
crossed the breed with English sheen
Of long. coarse wool. until now the
proportion of mixed wool exceeds 81
per cent of the whole. Hence Mer
mo wool is scarcer than ever, and the
caprice of fashion may increase the
price far beyond what it's quality mer
it's"
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28
Sheriffs Win MILEAGE,

Helena, July 26.--Judge Clements
this afternoon decided the case of
Peter Scharrenbroich against the
county commissioners of Lewis and
Clark county, the test case instituted
by the sheriffs of the state to ascer-
tain whether the law passed by the
last legislature reducing the mileage
allowance for transporting prisoners
was constitutional. The decision up
holds the sheriffs' case. The case was
submitted to Judge Clements upon
an agreed statement of facts. The
commissioners will appeal to the sll.
preme court.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28
Indigestion Cured.

There is no case of indigestion, dy-
spepsia or stomach trouble that will
not yield to the digestive and strength
ening influence of Kodol Dyspepsia
Cure. This remedy takes the strain
off the stomach by digesting what you
eat and allowing it to rest until it
grows strong again. Kodol Dyspepsia
Cure affords quick and permanent re-
lief from indigestion and all stomach
troubles. builds up the system and so
purifies that disease cannot attack
and gain foothold as when in a
weakened condition. The constantly
increasing use of Kodol Dyspepsia
Cure by physicians of hospital and
general practice of itself tells how
this most wonderful modern discov-
cry has proven to be the greatest di-
gestant for the alienation of suf.
fering humanity. It's many cures OF
both children and adults grows larg-
er day by day. Sold by Wilson &
McKechnie. De.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28
WSNaerf1I Ruse j.,

-, e. W010oe4uI HQ8es
Inc late a. II. Simpson, the Oldest
Ouo fe!iow In the world, who died
ouriag the winter at Staunton, Va,
asea 20 years, was the subject OF dis.
cussion recently among group OF
oaa Fellows Of Lynchburg.
M. SIMPSON" said one, was Iull
Oh interesting experiences. remem-
per an experience of his about a.
theater hat.
he went, one January, on junk
ct 10 New York, and naturally, the
nrst evening in metropolis, he visited
a theater.
IN tnose days women weren't COM
pelled to take their hats off in the
tneater; they could do as they pleas
eu ABOUT the matter. Consequently
a good many kept their hats on, and
the people behind them saw nothing
of the stage.
wei, Mr.. Simpson sat in his or
chestra chair enjoying the play IA
mously, when a woman in two-foot
hat pumped down in the seat in front
of him.
He sighed. He sat- SO to speak, on
tiptoe. He craned his neck to the
right and to the left. But in vain.
Now that this woman was come, he
could see nothing of the stage. He
saw only two black ostrich plumes,
bunch of grapes, humming bird,
and bow of pink satin ribbon-from
behind this mass the voices of the
players came.
Mr.. Simpson was a modest man.
1t was not his nature to disturb any
one. Nevertheless he did not often
get to New York theater, and now
that he was in one, he did not pro-
pose to miss it's benefits through no
fault of his own. So, after a good
deal OF silent suffering and good
deal of bashful hesitation, he leaned
forward, touched the woman in front
of him, and said in the politest tone:
Madam. will you kindly take of
your hat?'
"The woman ignored him-ignored
him absolutely. He said, little loud
err:
| "'Will you please take off that big
hat, madam? I can see nothing be
hind it,
"She turned, gave him a scornful
whitening look, and settled back in
her former position again.
Madam said Mr.. Simpson very
firmly, If you do not remove that hal
something most unpleasant will hap
PEN
"She ignored him again.
"Mr. Simpson reached down under
the seat, got his own hat, and put il
on. Instantly, from all parts of the
house, there came loud and feroc
ious chorus:
"'Here, take off that hat
"'Hats off,
"'Hats off down in 'front.'
"'Take off your hat
"'Off with your hat. OFF with it,
THE woman removed her hat in
stantly. At the same instant, Mr.
Simpson, chuckling, removed his own
Then the uproar ceased"
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

Judge Clements, of the Helena dis.
trict court, has rendered a decision
declaring unconstitutional the law
passed at the last session of the leg
islature cutting down the mileage OF
the sheriffs of the state in the trans
portation of prisoners to the peniten-
tlary, insane asylum and reform
school. The suit was instituted as a
test case in behalf of the sheriffs of
the various counties of the state, by
Sheriff Scharrenbroich of Lewis and
Clark county. Former Associate Jus
tlce Pgott, who represented the sher-
ifs, took the ground that the law
was unconstitutional in that it pcovi.i,
ed for a diminution of salary during
the time for which his client was
elected to office, and it was on this
point that the decision was based
Altho the sheriffs win the first round
the case will go to the supreme court
for final determination Of the question
involved. While there is strong
point in the contention of the sheriffs
and which is likely to be sustained
by the higher court it is only a tech
nicalty and has no bearing on the
wrong the legislature sought to rem
edy. There is no question but the
allowance of ten cents a mile for the
institutions is excessive and was sc
regarded by majority of the laA
makers.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

The hot weather that has prevailed
in the eastern states moved the Bos-
ton Globe to search history for rec
ords of hot waves and high tempera-
lures in the past. The Globes dis
coveries and revelations must have
had a cooling and soothing effect, for
it found recorded that in 1903 and 1904
the Rhine, Loire and Seine rivers ran
dry. The heat in several French
provinces, during the summer of 1908,
was terrific. Meat could be cooked
by exposing it to the sun. Not a soul
ventured out between noon and p.
m. In 171S many shops had to close.
The theaters did not open their doors
for three months. Not a drop of wa.
ter fell in six months. In 1913 the
1873 the heat of Bologna was so great
that many people had to take refuge
under ground. In 1898 vegetables
We're burned and fruit dried on the
trees. The furniture and woodwork,
i'll dwelling houses cracked and split
! The hottest places in the world to
day are Bengal and the African des
eit, with $50 degrees Fahrenheit
Senegal and Guadaloupe $50 degrees
Persia 125 degrees. Calcutta and Cen
trail America 120 degrees.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

The Chicago teamters' strike has
been called off and the men are hust-
ling to secure their old jobs. The loss
the employers are said to have lost
$120OO,000 in the way Of increased
expenses and diverted trade. The
strike was ill-advised and badly con-
ducted the men being the victims OF
dishonest and incompetent leaders.
With good capable men at it's head,
men who placed the welfare of the
organization above everything else,
the strike and resultant loss in wages
could have easily been avoided.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

The car of Russia, according to a
French international almanac, draws
annually $4O,OoO,OOO from the national
exchequer. Some people think the
president of the United States is ov-
erpaid when he is allowed a salary
of $4,000 year. Is it any wonder
that the fires of revolution are smoul-
dering in the hearts of the masses of
the Russian empire?
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

A 17-year-old boy recently held up
the cashier of the State Bank of Wa
terloo, Iowa, securing $417. He was
arrested and confessed that his down
fall was due to the reading of dine
novels. There is hope for him. Just
think what he might have done had he
read of the revelations in the affairs
Of the Equitable Life Assurance SO.
ciety. t:.... W.,
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28
MONT. July %, 1905
THE LOCAL WOOL MARKET.

THE LOCAL WOOL MARKET.
No one but a woolgrower can fully
appreciate the benefits that have ac-
crued to him through the coming of
the railroad and the establishment of
the Lewistown wool market Those
with their clips find great saving
over the old method of freighting by
teams to Great Falls or Billings.
Several growers laid their wool down
in this market for five cents hun
dred who have in times past paid from
95 cents to $125 per hundred to get
their wool on the outside markets.
The advantages to those who have
not access to the railroad in reaching
Lewistown is fully as great and in
many instances greater, as they have
a short haul and can handle the wool
with their own facilities, thus cut
ting off heavy expense in freight
teams.
The dispatch, too, with which the
wool is disposed Of and settlement
reached, is also most satisfactory to
growers. One big grower, whose
wool was not on this market last year,
was greatly pleased with his exper-
fence here. He disposed of his large
clip, effected settlement with the
buyers and wound up al of his bust
ness in two days. something he had
never been able to do in any market
before. In fact, many growers in
the past have been detained in the
markets for a period of from five to
ten days, saying nothing of the time
consumed in travel.
Possibly growers would liked to
have seen more buyers here. I'm
doubtedly there would have been more
here this season but for the fact that
the greater portion of the wool had
been contracted and that only about
q million and a quarter of pounds
would be offered for sale. The buyers
here, however. represent the old re-
liabl houses of the east, are gentle
men who have the confidence of the
growers to a large degree in their
willingness to pay all that the clips
are worth and leave a safe margin for
their firms. In this connection 1t
would be pertinent to add that the
INV h
their hearts for Lewistown and its
people. They are Jolly, good fel-
lows" and know their business, and
although they will soon leave us for
their homes in the east after bus!
season, they will be here again next
summer. You can't keep them ava!
from the Fergus county woods.
The season and the market has
been a most favorable one for ths
industry from every point of view
Over 100000 pounds of wool vii
have been shipped from Lewistowl
when the last bale has been cleane
up, although it is too early to Civ
accurate Inquiries. TIlCSo llOlil III 81 I
last have been good, the top figure
so far as we have been able to learn
being 241s cents.
The disposition of our local mercf
ants to offer every inducement to Sc
growers their supplies is also mos
pleasing adjunct to the local marke
and all have profited by the trad
which has been kept at home.
Altogether the Lewistown wool ma.
ket is proving one of the best ente
prises yet to be inauguratd in Levi:
town, and the Argus is justified i
expressing pride in its success, as
its editorial expression urging its e
tablishment it anticipated all of tn
advantages and results now freely a
knowledged by all concerned.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

IN the pockets Of hts neighbors. The
slaN saAnss he; sot T. hack hars,years
ago he sent it to a mail order house.
He has not seen the dollar since and
never will. That dollar will never
pay any more school or road tax for
him, will never build up or brighten
any of the homes of the community.
He sent it entirely out of the circle
of usefulness to himself and his neigh
bors.''
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

Tales OF terrible suffering and
death come from Nevada OF those who
venture on the burning Sands Of
Death Valley in search OF gold. There
are gold fields yet to be discovered in
Montana and under conditions free
from the hazard that must attend
those who seek the precious metal in
the gehenna belt of Nevada.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

Ten years ago." says the Farming
ton News. "a Richland county farm
er put his initials on dollar bill.
The next day he went to the nearest
town and spent it with a merchant.
Before the year was out he got the
dollar back Four times n SIX years
the dollar came back to him for pro-
duce and three times he heard Of it
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

1t is said that if census were TAX
would show an actual decrease in pop
ulation. This is causing alarm and
an attempt is being made to arouse
an interest in securing settlers to Off
set the loss. There is some poor land
in Minnesota and good deal that is
owing to constant use. A good many
Minnesota farmers are seeking homes
farther west, where land is cheaper
and the soil richer. Montana should
get its share of this immigration.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28
Good for Stomach Trouble and consti.
patton,

"Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver
Tablets have done me great deal of
good" says C. Towns, of Rat Portage,
Ontario, Canada. Being a mild ply
sic the after effects are not unpleas-
ant, and l can recommend them to
all who suffer from stomach disorder"
For sale by all druggists. Oh.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28
Eree-kidneX Cure.

All sufferers from kidney troupe
may receive full size box OF DeBeiis
Kidney Pills. the only positive cure
for all kidney troubles, absolutely
free. Write at once as we want 10
cure you-delay is dangerous. THIS
offer is good for 80 days only. c. w.
Beggs. Sons & Co, Chicago, Ill. Sold
by Wilson & McKechnie. Be.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

The fire at the state reform school,
while regrettable occurrence, was
not due to carelessness or negligence
of anyone connected with that insti-
tuition. Fortunately, the insurance
money with the amount in the reform
school fund will enable the state
build at once without waiting for the
legislature to make an appropriation.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28
$30-Columbia River Route to the
Eair-&30,


Fair-$30.
May "a and daily thereafter the
Short Line will sell excursion tickets
to Portland and return, $4,000. linn
tied ninety days, stop over privileges.
Above route should not be overlooked;
sends you through the new agricultur-
al districts of Idaho, Twin Falls, Boise
and Payette valleys. Tickets also good
between The Dalles and Portland,
either all rail along the Columbia or
steamer on this picturesque river,
equal, if not more beautiful, than the
Hudson.
Only line through Hot Lake Garden
like Grande Ronde valley; Hood
River famous strawberry fields, Bril-
dial Veil Falls. A grand view Of
Mounts Hood and Adams. In fact,
it is one panoramic view from start
to finish. Send four cents for copy
of the Columbia River folder. Short
Line City Ticket Office, 1O5 North
Main ST., Butte, Mont.
H. o. WILSON,
D. F. & P. A.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

The Chicago Record-Herald says,
at is reported that snow still lies on
the ground in some parts OF Montana. >
That is true, but one would have to
clumb few mountain terraces to
find it.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

Montana cattle growers will have
some good, fat steers to put on the
market this season and the indiCa-
tions are that shipments will COM
mence early. Commission men antici
pate a very satisfactory market.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

Train robbers missed great OPP
portunity a few days since when a
pile of Alaska gold worth nearly So
100000 was hauled from Seattle TO
Philadelphia on four express cars
and slowed in the vaults of the
United States mint. AS each car was
guarded on its long journey by de-
tectives with loaded rifles a warm
reception woulG nave been extended
to anyone 'ant on robbery of the
yaluah'a cargo. The dispatch does
rot ATE over what line the bullion
Mas transported. The wisdom of
keeping such matters as much of a
secret as possible is. of course, we'll
understood.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

Thomas w. Lawson made his mil
lions the same way Rockefeller made
his, but the former is not giving any
of his money away.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

No subscriber will be carried on our
books whose arrearages are greater
than six months. All subscription &C
counts are payable in advance.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1905-07-28

Subscribers failing to receive their
papers will please notify this Office,
that the cause may be Investigated
and reported to the proper authori-
ties.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1905-12-09

CRYSTAL and SILVER PALACE
where my Old friend and faithful ser
want Uncle Charley H,inrich will
take charge, so all the gooi boys
and swce, girls leave word with G,
l., Heinrich. Your stocking VIII
be well and properly filed on
Christmas Eve, You know Santa
ca us never lisappoints you, Don't
forg 1 viii come down your chin
ney on the usual date and viii visit
every good boy and gil IN NoXubee
County. Lots Of good things and II
Merry Christians and n Happy New
Year from your friend.
SANTA CLAUS.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1905-12-09
Efcspass Notice.
Hides. HidaS !

W. d. Stewart pays the highest mar
ket p ice for green and dry hides. See
IN before s%elliny,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1905-12-09
NOTICE OF PROPOSED BOND ISSUE,

- - 'fHh 49, fNfhA1L ~ NhNAA -
0 issre bonds Of The said city in the
um of Ten Thousand Dollars. or so
hereof as may be ne essary. not ex-
eeding said sum, for the additions to
he waterworks plant for said city Of
lacon. Miss, has been given by publ e
alton in the Macon Beacon, a weekly
ewspaper published in said city. 1t is
therefore, resolved
First, Tha an election Is hereby or
cred to be held on Tuesday, the TWEEN
y eighth of November, 1905, at which
aid election hall BE- submitted to the
ualifed electors Of the city of Macon.
li,si 'sippi. the ques'iousof whether OF
OF they will vote to authorize the may
7 and board Of aldermen toissue bonds
( the said city Of Macon. Mississippi.
o the snm Of Ten Thousand Dollars or
0 much thereof rs may be necessary.
n the additions to the waterw0rks
liant for said city Of Macon. Miss.
Second That due notice Of the clec.
on be published in the Macon Beacon,
weekly newspaper published in The
ty Of Macon, Miss, Tor three weeks
'om the passage Of this reso ntion
Third, That NJ. 4, Harvey, 5. NJ.
ion and W. J. Phelps be and are here
Y appointed commissioners aud w a.,
Gilman AM A d. BinjOn clerk, and j..
Sargent bailiH and returning officer,
hold said election, ana are hereby re-
Tired to publish notice Of Che holding
same as required above.
Fouith That the commissioners here
appointed make due report Of the
ection so held, and the return. Jhe.e5f
the mayor and board of aldermen. az
G next regular meeting after The hold
= of said election.
Approved lst py Of November, 1905
4 recorded minute book "D', page
o. j.. O. FAsER,
test: II, L J BARNES, Mayor.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1905-12-09
Notice Of Election.

Notice Of Election,
Whereas the MAYOR and board Of AL
men Of Che city Of Macon. Miss. have
cred AN election 10 IA bpld ON Tnos-
the 2Sth dav OF November. lgO5 pt
Mayors 0Nee in Nhe civ of Macon.
g. for the rpurno.e Of .ubmltlirg tn
II'''"e, e!'clofs OF tae WY OF MA
they win ylie Tor tha ~issufanpe o.
has Of said civ n MA s,m nf AN
,leand dollars, or SO mnoh thereof M
Y he necess,ry.f for I'M purn. IL NJ nd
lons TO wateIWorb9 pIantior said city.
NotIce Is hereby given to TIE qualified
ctofs OF the sad city that an election
be hGld AZ the Mayors Office in said
y, on Tuesday he 2Sth day Of NO
nber' l0O5' Nneteat The question of
ather or not the city shall issue bonds
I'll be decided, NJ. 7. HARVEY,
:, NJ. Iron,
W. j, PHELPS,
Commissioners.
stale Of Mississippi
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1905-12-09
at close OF business November, 10, zoos.

A new line of mattiugs and rigs at
} f. Shelton's