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The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Ae Watched Them.

The following is one Of the stories
told about Eugene Field:
There were visitors in prospect one
afternoon in the Field household and
a strike in the culinary department.
Mischief was at flood tide, and Mrs.
Field was vainly ~endeavoring to be
everywhere at once when the man Of
''sharps and flats" appeared in the
kitchen doorway with a folio in his
hand.
"Oh. won't you watch those pies for
me while l run upstairs for an in
stant?" his wife exclaimed. "Be sure
not to let the meringues scorch. 1t
would ruin them. You'd better give
me that book or they'll be burned to a
crisp" With mock meekness Mr.. Field
allowed her to carry off his treasure.
On returning she was Mortified to find
the oven door wide open and the rich,
fluffy meringue fiat, tough and leather
like.
They're ruined!" she exclaimed in
dismay. "Why didn't you keep the
oven door shut?"
Keep the door shut" Mr.. Field re.
peated in very genuine amazement.
"Why, you told me to watch them
every instant, and I'd like to know
how l could do that with the oven door
Shufn
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
A COUNTS PRANK.
Delighted the Revelers, but Worried
tho Police Of Stockholm.


All Europe is laughing at the latest
escapade uf Count Gasta Hamilton,
known as lie cOmte DIES chats-the
cat count and a member of the Eng
lish ducal house of Hamilton. The
story of his latest prank is told in Eu-
ropean newspapers.
Count Gasta and some of his crOnies
had honored Rosenbad, a popular re-
sort in Stockholm, with their patron
age, and as a result some of the fur
niture had been broken. In particu-
lar, the covering Of a fine sofa had
been ripped and damaged. The man.
ager of the resort demonstrated with
the count and suggested the advisable
ity Of the latter paying for the damage.
This the count agreed to do and vir-
tually purchased the piece of furniture,
receiving a receipt from the manager.
In a short time a singular procession
was seen by night jewellers in the park
vending its way from the main res
taurant to the public road. Four
sturdy messengers carried a sofa, on
which reclined the count and his COM
panions provided with napkins tied to
their canes. Amid cheers the process
sion left the grounds. 1t had not pro-
ceeded far before a night policeman
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02

After using a gas stove for baking
leave the wen open for a little while
to allow the gas to escape. This will
prevent sweating and rusting.
If chops and small steaks are placed
in tin pie plates and set on top Of the
broiling CRATE they can be well cooked,
and the tin plates will be much easier
cleaned than the broiler crate would be.
Keep the range black by wringing
out a sponge kept for the purpose in
warm water and rubbing we'll with
soap. Wash the stove while it is not
warm. 1t can thus be kept black and
free from grease spots.
Use the owe lighter for articles need.
ing long, slow cooking-as, for example.
tapioca and Indian puddings. bread.
pies. etc. 1t will give a slow. eve
heat when used alone and burn much
less gas.
Gas may be saved by remembering
that matches are cheap and turning
off the gas the moment you no longer
need it-by turning off the gas a 1t.
tie before the cooking is done and fin
ishing by the heat already generated.
When anything you have been cook
ing has been heated to the boiling
point turn the blaze low enough to
keep the heat just at that point.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Not Riskina Speed Laws.

A we'll known amateur yachtsman of
New York tells this joke on himself:
With a few friends he started on q
cruise by way Of Long Island sound,
They kept close to the shore, and,
owing to the lack of wind and to the
slowness of their boat, they We're still
drifting by familiar country a week OF
so after they left Gotham.
At one point Of land they passed q
solemn individual sat fishing. For
some hours the boat made virtually nc
progress, and after awhile the fisher
man reused himself sufficiently to ask,
Where are ye folks from2"
New York"
How long out?"
'Since June L."
Then after a pause the man asked:
What year?'-Lippincott's.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Bill Took Precautions.

In a Scottish village a farm laborer
named Bill Brown lost his wife. While
on her deathbed she implored him
to never marry again after she was
gone. Furthermore, should he do so
she would scratch through the ground
and come back to punish him. The
threat apparently had due effects for
some months, the widower rejecting
many tempting offers. After a time,
however, the village got to whispering
about Bill being seen walking with a
certain lass. Met n day by a rela-
tive Of the wife, he was asked If there
was any truth in the rumor that was
about the village, to which he replied
in the affirmative.
Are We no afraid of poor Mary's
threat?" queried the relative.
Nae fear O that. my lad. l took
good care to haze her berrit face doom
wards, so the mair she scratches the
farther she'll gang doom"
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Notice Of School indemnify Selection

Serial Nos. Ol3297, Ol3300.
United States Land Office, Great Falls, Mon
tana, October II, 1910.
Notice ie hereby given that the state of Mon.
section l2, township rs north, range I east, and
Sh and NEA section 20, township % north,
range 8 east, Montana meridisn, and filed in this
which it selected said land. and that said list is
open to the public for inspection.
ANY and all persons claiming adversely the
above described land or any legal subdivision
thereof, or claiming the eame under the mining
laws, or desiring to show said land to be more
valuable for mineral than for agricultural pur-
poses, or to object to said selection for any law
full reason, should fle theft claims, or afidavits
of protest or consent in this office.
E, L, BARNES. Register
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Notice Of School Indemnify Selection

Serial Nos. ollsl7, 0l1sls, ollssO, ol1sss.
United States Land ONCE ct Great Falls, Mon.
tans, October II, 1910.
Notice 10 hereby given that the State of Mon.
ton "a, SEX, Ny sWK. SEX SWk section 81,
Sh section 50. NJ section 20, township rs north,
range 8 east, Montana meridian, and filed in this
which IL selected said land, and that said list Is
open to the public for inspection.
Any and all persons claiming adversely the
above described land, or any legal subdivision
thereof, or claiming the same under the mining
laws, or desiring to show said land to be more
valuable for mineral than for agricultural pur-
poses, or to object to said selection for any law.
full reason, should file their claims, or afhdavits
OF protest or consent in this ONCE.
4. L. BARNES, Register.
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He Cauad Aar,

A charming young lady who glories
in the possession of a wealth Of bright
auburn colored hair is the teacher of
a Sunday school class. On a recent
Sabbath the rector made the announce
ment Of a hymn to be sung and, ris-
ing, waved his hands, and the organ
pealed forth.
Now" said he, "ready-sing"
A small and %precocious youth in the
young woman's class said:
why don't you sing, Miss Frisbee? p
ME? Oh, l eve sing" replied the
teacher, smiling her prettiest.
But" exclaimed the boy, 1.-The min
lister says you must. Didn't he just
say Now, Reddy, sing|"
Smelling salts and numerous other
restoratives had to be used to bring
the teacher out Of her faint.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Alias Summons.

In the justice court of Fort Benton township
before VIM. Kinder, justice of the peace, state Of
Montana, county Of Chouteau.
Thos. Coatsworth, plaintiff, W. Harry Ander.
son, defendant.
The state of Nontana to the above named de.
You are hereby summoned to be and appear
before me, VIM. Kinder, a justice of the pesce in
and for the county OF Choutesu, ct my. ONCE in
1910, ct 2 O'Clock p. m. of said day, then and there
to make answer to the complaint Of the above
named plaintiff, In an action to recover the sum
Of Afty ($5O. COY dollars, . more and complete de.
scfiption of which is set forth in the complaint,
and tee costs of this action, and II you fall to ap.
pear and answer 40 above required, judgmen,
will be taken against you according to the com
plant.
Given under my hand this 10th day of October,
A.. d. 1910. VIM. KINDER,
Justice of the Peace.
First publication October q, 1910.
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Notice for Observation-Disclosures Tract

United States Land Office at Lewistown, Mon
tana, October II, 1910.
Notes Is hereby given that, % directed BY the
commissioner Of the general land ONCE, under
provisions of Act Of Congress approved June q,
1905 "a Stats. 5lO, We will Offer at public sale,
S6th day Of November, 1910. at this once, the
following described land: NWk NWk section
9: SWk SWk section 4, township 81 north, range
l3 east.
Any persons claiming adversely the above de-
scribed lands are advised to fle their claims or
objections on or before the time designated for
sale. c, z, McKOIN. Eevister.
WYLLYs A. HEDGES, Receiver.
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Notice Of School Indemnity Selection
Serial No. Ol39OS,

Serial No. 0l3SO:.
United States Land Office, Great Falls, Mon
tana, October Is, 1910.
Notice is hereby given that the State of Mon
tans, on February :, 1910, applied for the 81
Montana meridian, and filed In this office q list
Of school indemnity selections In which it 90.
lected said land, and that said list is open to the
public for inspection.
rny and sill persons claiming adversely the
above described land or any legal subdivision
thereof, or claiming the came under the mining
laws, or desiring to show said land to b. more
valuable for mineral than for agricultural pur.
poses, or to object to said selection for any law.
full reason, should file their claims, or afadavits
of protest or consent in this Office
E. l.. BARNES, Register.
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Cream Dainty.

One cupful of milk. two heapiny
tablespoonfuls of sugar, a heaping
tablespoonful Of powered gelatin, a
quarter pint Of water. a ~teaspoonful
lemon juice. a cupful whipping cream,
three yolks Of eggs, three ounces of
preserved ginger. two tablespoonfuls
of ginger strip. Put the gelatin into
a saucepan with the water. Set in a
warm place until dissolved. Beat up
the yolks, add to them the sugar and
milk. boiling; pour this back into a
pitcher. stand the pitcher in boiling
water and stir the custard until it
coats the spoon; add to it the gelatin,
lemon juice and ginger strip. Whip
up the cream until stiff, then add to it
the custard. Allow this to stand until
it is almost set. Then stir in the
ginger cut in small pieces. Pour into
a wet mold and put in a cool place
until firm. Turn out and decorate with
cut pieces Of ginger.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Coal Land.
Notice For Publication.

United States Land Office at Great FALLS. Mon.
tana, October IL, 1910.
Notice 10 hereby given that
ANDREW &. JENSEN,
of Lonetree. Montana, who, ON April 10, 1893,
made homestead entry No. $50, serial No. Oa964,
tor Eh SWk. NWk sWk section 10, MEX sen
tsna meridian, has died notice Of intention to
make tnSl hveyear proof, to establish claim to
the land above described, before Chas. q.
Benton. Montana, on the 18th day Of November,
Claimant names as Witnesses: Harry B. Dick.
ice NJ. Jensen, all Of Lonetree, Montana.
e. l.. BARNES, Register.
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Notice to Creditors,

Estate of Cartsrins Becker, deceased.
Notice 10 hereby given by the undersigned,
executor of the Will Of Certarina Becker, de-
ceased, to the creditors of,and all persons having
claims against the said deceased, to exhibit them
with the necessary vouchers within four months
after the first publication OF this notice, to the
said executor at the law Office Of F.. E. Strsns-
han, at Fort Benton, in the county of Chouteau,
state of Montana.
JOHN BECKER,
Executor OF the will of Cartsrina Becker, de-
ceased.
Dated October 10, 1910.
First publication Oct. q, 1910.
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The ~
Scrap Book
Didn't Like Publicity.

In St. Louis the street numbers run
100 to the block, but the north
and south streets have names in
stead Of numbers. So when a street
car is running east and west and
crosses the north and south streets the
conductor says, "Jefferson-Twenty-
SIX or "Grand-Thirty-six," as the
cas- may be.
A birthday party vas riding on one
of these cars a short time ago. When
the car reached Sarah street and the
conductor announced, "Sarah-Forty-
one," a large woman in the party be-
gan beating a small mar on the head
with an umbrella.
After the conductor had quieted the
disturbance he asked the woman what
the row was about.
Why" she said Indignantly, "just
because I had my forty-frst birthday
party today in a nice, quiet, lady-like
way there was no need of him telling
you how old I am, so you could bawl
it out to the whole car."-Saturday
Evening Post.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Coffee ~BIancmanae.

One cupful Of milk, n cupful Of
strong. clear coffee, two unce of
cornstarch. two heaping tablespoonfuls
Of sugar, one teaspoonful Of vanilla
extract, n heaping tablespoonful Of
butter. Put the coffee and half Of the
milk in a saucepan to heat. Mix the
cornstarch smoothly with the remain
der Of the milk and add to it the
hot liquid in the saucepan. Stir owe
the fire till boiling and boil slowly for
eight minutes. stirring all the time.
Add the sugar. butter, vanilla and mix
we'll. Pour into a wet mold and turf
out when cold.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
h Frying Bacon.

In so many households bacon and
eggs is the most popular breakfast
dish that more than one housewife
may be glad Of a tip concerning the
bacon's preparation.
If the bacon is too salt (and it is, in
deed. sometimes) place a little water
in the pan in which you intend frying
it. Let the water come to a boil, then
pour the water off and cook the bacon
in the usual manner.
Not only does this method do away
with the saltiness. but it renders the
bacon more tender as we'll.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Will Summer Range.

We now have . large block of leased land near
the irrigation reserve. where we have good water
as well as our old grazing outfit. We can sum.
mer six to eight bands and have winter range
left for two bands. We now have to own or rent
and lease all grazing and the rents coming high
from now on. Our prices will be placed ct SIS
month per band OF 5000 sheep; corrals and
wood furnished, but no other connections of any
kind: We will lease to one outfit the entire
grazing for a stated cum In advance ON April LIST.
A. L. SUTHERLAND, Manager.
Fort Benton,
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Strayed or Stolen.

From Sam Williamson's ranch on Lone Tree
bench the latter part OF April, 1910, one black
gelding five years old with star in forehead and
branded >-8 on right shoulder and % on
right thigh. One three. year-old bay w mare
with white strip In forehead and branded q
on right shoulder. One black ~yearling flly A
with white strip in forehead branded
for each head or for any i1nformation
that will lead to their recovery.
CARL A. OSWICk, Riedel, Mont.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Notice Of stockhoIders' Meeting.

Notice 10 hereby given that . special meeting
Of tho stockholders Of the Mackton Coal Co. will
on the tn day Of December, 1910, fcr the pul.
pose Of considering lease Of mine and such other
business o. may properly come before said
meeting. b. A. BER0ESON, 6ec'v.
Oct. 10, 1910.
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Notice To Stockmen.

For rent, 40 acres of pasture, in rolling coun.
try, we'll sheltered, and running water. Also Is
to 20 tons of hay on the place, besides q large
stack Of straw. One large frame barn that can
be used In connection. Reasonable terms Can
have use of place until April /, 1911. For fur.
ther particulars write
MRS. JAS. A. HARRIS, Lewistown.
or j. B. RAUCH, Lewietown, Mont.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Bucks For Sale.

Fifty head of full blood French Merino bucks,
very large body and long staple wool. Forty
neeo are our.year-olds balance six years. Car
pc bought IN lots 70 suit purchaser. Nay DO seen
at my ranch near Big Sandy.
p. III. SCHXARTZ. Rio Sandy
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Bucks For Sale.

We have for sale some extra oood v~..,,;ro
GRADE Cotswold aud pure blood Delaine and
Hambouillet bucks. Good condition: ATTRACTIVE
prices. List your sheep and cattle with US; we
have buyers. Hay for sale.
H. K. u J. Il. HOWRY.
Live Stock Commission, Billiu0e. Mont.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
I'd For Estray,

Betrayed, a bay horse, weighs 1909 to 1900
pounds, branded l.O on left shoulder and
N on left thigh. viii pay $1,000 reward for
4 recovery.
O'HANLON LAND & STOCK CO.,
Fort Benton. Montana.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Bonds For Sale.

The trustees Of SchoolD District No. 20, Chou.
teau county, Montana, request bids for coupon
bonds to the amount Of -four hundred and ffty
C3450!o0) dolla.e, the funds to be used for the
purpose Of building > school house. The county
Of over 81, 900 In the district. Bids Win be re.
ceived November II, 1910, and should DO Cd.
dressed to MRS. A. LEP1NE, Fort Benton.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Particularly Good French Dressin.

Particularly Good French Dressing.
Mix Il half ~teaspoonful salt and the
same mount Of sugar in a bowl; add
gradually, stirring all the time, n
cupful olive oil. When salt and sugar
are dissolved beat in half a gill Of
vinegar. Add four red chilis, eight
green chilis and half an onion, all
chopped very fine. Beat all together
and add a tablespoonful minced pars-
ley. Beat again and pour into a can.
Let stand an hour before serving.
When ready to serve shake in the jar
or whip with an egg beaten.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Alfalfa Hay For Sale.

Baled or loose-in stack with or without feed
lots. Good shelter and water can be had free of
charge with hay. Can have hay fed out to sheep
for 50 cents per ton. Inquire of
P. II. SCH WARTZ,
3l09 18th Ave N. Billings, Montana.
Phone 3O23 Mutual.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02

An appetizing lettuce salad is made
by arranging the leaves in a salad
bowl. sprinkling with stuffed olives
cut in slices and just before serving
adding a mayornaise dressing.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Work Horses For Sale.

Ten head of work horses for sale. For par.
ttculars apply to
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Land Scrip For Sale.

A Mexican war land warrant. good for acquir-
ing 100 acres of government land. Will sell at
reason able price. Address
l. C. McCORD, Fort Benton,
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Deodorized CABBAGE.

A piece of stale bread. a small lump
of soda or a piece Of charcoal placed
in the pot will lessen the disagreeable
odor that arises when cooking cauli.
flower or cabbage.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Nature.

As a fond mother. when the day Is DER,
Leads by the hand her little child to
bed.
Half willing. half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the
floor,
door,
MOI wholly treasured and comforted
BY promises of others In their stead,
Which. though more splendid, may not
please him more.
So nature deals with us and takes away
Our playthings n by one and by the
hand
Leads US to rest so gently that we go
Scarce knowing II we wish to go or stay,
Being too full Of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the
what we know.
H. w. Longfellow.
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Sheep For Sale.

About 100 head Of wethers, yearlings, twos,
threes and foure. For particulars address
THOS. 3. LYTLE Lytle. Mont,
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For Sale.

White Leghorn ROSTERS for sale. Also a good
heating stove.
MRS. ED. REICHELT, Fort Benton.
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Bucks For Sale.

About eighty head Escallier bucks, three and
fouf years old, At $500 per head. Can be seen ct
Benton sheep company ranch. Address
L.. d. SHARP. Fort BAnf0n.
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A new four-roomed house with cement cellar
and four lots. located on lower Main street.
Premises all fenced. Enquire at this office.
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For Rent or Sale.

A desirable ranch property, consisting of about
1900 acres of decided land with improvements,
is offered for rent for a term of years, or will be
sold at fair valuation. Plenty OF hay, range and
everything necessary for a good sheep or cattle
ranch. Address j. r.. MORRISON,
Landuskv. Mont.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Bucks For Sale.

About 800 one, two and three.year.old thor
oughored Ramboutllet bucks for sale. Apply to
BENTON SHEEP CO., Fort Benton,
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Buck Lambs For Sale.

for sale. Apply to "
NORThWESTERN LIVE STOCK CO.,
Fort Benton.
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Reward Fof Estravs,

Estrayed one COW and one steer, each
BIZ n on right hin. and right ear
cropped. Reward for recovery.
DAN DUPEE, Shonkin.
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Bucks For Sale.

Thirty.seven head of two.yesr.old Cotswold
bucks for sale at SO per head.
C. W. BUCK, Fort Benton.
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CotswoId Bucks for Sale.

Yearling aud two.year-old half.blood Cotswold
bucks from selected Oregon ewes and thorough.
bred Cotswold bucks, In numbers to suit pur-
chasers.
LONG BROTHERS, Great Falls, Mont.
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Cattle For Sale.

An outfit Of mixed stock cattle for sale. Fo,
further information address
MRS. NJ. L. BESSETTE, Fort Benton.
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House For Sale.

A six-roomed house on upper Main street.
Water In house and sewer connection. Enquire
at A. E.. Behring's Barber shop.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02

fine Book and Job Printing . spe.
cialtv at the RIVER PRESS office
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1910-11-02
Team For Sale.
For. Sale.

A good driving team, both young horses, TO,
sale. Inquire at this office.
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I b. LONG & co.,
Opposite Park Hotel,
Great Falls. Mont

Our speciality Is buying sheep
on orders for our customers.
you have any for sale for deliv.
cry in the spring, or after shear.
ing, write US giving description
and price.
We make no charges.