Voices from the Past

January 11, 1924

“Moonshine” Mash Soaks in Galvanized Tub

According to reports, somewhere in this County there is a distillery where the mash is going through its process of fermentation in a common galvanized iron wash tub, instead of a copper receptacle. The poison that is generated from the mash with this treatment together with the fuel oil that is nearly always present, is certain to make someone sick when the stuff is bottled and peddled at public dances.

Statements show local Banks in fine condition

The statements of both local banks published in this issue, show them to both be in fine condition. The depositors of both banks have cause to congratulate themselves upon having men at the head of both banks who are so zealously protecting their interests. Good conservative banking principles are assets of both banks which are not mentioned in mere dollars and cents in the financial statements.

January 14, 1949

Fire damages local Garage Wednesday

Fire, which apparently started from an overheated stove, gutted the office and parts department of the McCurdy Motor Company Wednesday evening, January 5th. The second story addition was scorched by flames and was damaged considerably by smoke and water. The shop section of the garage was not damaged by fire, the tile fire wall keeping the flames localized.

Damage to the building was estimated at $4,000 by Bob McCurdy, owner of the building, most of which was insured.

Plans for rebuilding will be completed as soon as the total amount of damage has been checked and adjusted.

January 10, 1974

Ski run opens this weekend

The Lemonade Ski Run, on the highway between Broadus and Ashland, will be open the weekend of January 12th and 13th. A hot chili lunch will be served.

Gardner listed in Who’s Who

Montana State University student, David E. Gardner, has been elected to the 1974 edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Gardner, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Edwin Gardner of Hammond is a Senior, majoring in Commerce.

January 14, 1999

Hoop Shoot Winners

Recent winners in the Elks Free Throw Hoop competition were Ross Randall and Logan Bird.

Ross placed first in the 12 and 13 year division, sinking 21 of 25 shots. Logan placed second in the elementary age division knocking down 18 of 25 shots. They are now eligible to compete at the Montana State competition in Billings on February 20th.