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KENDALL BUSINESSES
Newspaper Article no date
Kendall, the second largest town in the Judith Basin, has long since made Fergus County famous by
reason of its highly mineralized zone and several gold producing bonanzas, from which has and is
being extracted ores to the amount of hundreds of thousands of dollars annually. With a population
of almost 1,500 souls its residents enjoy all the conveniences of which people living in more
pretentious towns can boast.
It has a superb climate, an abundance of pure crystal water; first class banking accommodations; an
electric lighting system; several large, handsome business blocks; fine residences; excellent schools
and churches of almost every denomination, also representative professional men and women who
would reflect credit on any community. The monthly pay roll to employees of the various mining
companies amounts to upwards of $50,000.
The greater portion of which is disbursed right in Kendall, thus making the town one of the most
prosperous, noteworthy and altogether substantial in the state. While mining has always been the
dominant industry of Kendall, the present year will, we believe, see an influx of farmers, investment
seekers and homesteads to the district adjacent thereto, which in its practical and potent effect in the
country's development will necessarily force the town to expand and grow many times its present
size.
The advent of a railroad to Kendall in the very near future is practically assured. For the distance of
forty miles to the north, between the town and the Missouri river, lies a vast expanse of fertile bench
land and plain admirably suited to the raising of wheat and other grains of almost every description.
This immense tract, which is open to settlers, is one of the most, if not the most, desirable sections
of Virgin soil awaiting cultivation on the continent, while southward from that section of Fergus
County known as Arrow creek to Knerrville, including the territory already referred to, will
approximately average 140 square miles. Already the eyes of a most desirable class of practical
farmers are centered on these broad acres, which although yet unscratched by the many devices
which have long since lightened the burdens of tillers of the soil, will in the near future be made to
blossom as the rose.
This section, with the entire Judith Basin, has until very recently been known afar as the most noted
cattle, or to use the western phrase, "cow country,' in any of the western states, but with the ever
increasing invasion of eastern immigration the Judith Basin, of which the land already described is as
good as the best, is already known from ocean to ocean as a wheat region of reliability and
permanency second to none in the world.
Hundreds of anxious settlers are at this writing entering the district daily in search of a roof-tree
where they may amass their fair share of the wealth which the treasure state holds in store for those
who are ever on the alert to take
advantage at early opportunities, and that all are loud in their praise of the assured future in store for
this section, is amply attested by the many purchases and homestead entries that are constantly
being made through realty dealers and at the United States land office
In conclusion, Kendal, the logical commercial and supply center for a territory the vastness of which
is inconceivable to those unacquainted with the country, is destined before long to become one of
the brightest stars in the crown of union statehood.
Object Description
| Title | Kendall Businesses |
| Creator | Newspaper article |
| Description | History of Kendall, Montana and the businesses that existed there. |
| Physical format | Newspaper article |
| Publisher | Lewistown Public Library, Lewistown, Montana. |
| Subject | Kendall, Montana |
| Contributed by | Lewistown Public Library, Lewistown, Montana. |
| Coverage-geography | Fergus County, Montana. Kendall, Montana. J.M. Stafford. Frank Pick. T. R. Matlock |
| Digital collection | SC 1.11 Kendall businesses |
| Rights information | No copyright restrictions |
| Full text of this item | KENDALL BUSINESSES Newspaper Article no date Kendall, the second largest town in the Judith Basin, has long since made Fergus County famous by reason of its highly mineralized zone and several gold producing bonanzas, from which has and is being extracted ores to the amount of hundreds of thousands of dollars annually. With a population of almost 1,500 souls its residents enjoy all the conveniences of which people living in more pretentious towns can boast. It has a superb climate, an abundance of pure crystal water; first class banking accommodations; an electric lighting system; several large, handsome business blocks; fine residences; excellent schools and churches of almost every denomination, also representative professional men and women who would reflect credit on any community. The monthly pay roll to employees of the various mining companies amounts to upwards of $50,000. The greater portion of which is disbursed right in Kendall, thus making the town one of the most prosperous, noteworthy and altogether substantial in the state. While mining has always been the dominant industry of Kendall, the present year will, we believe, see an influx of farmers, investment seekers and homesteads to the district adjacent thereto, which in its practical and potent effect in the country’s development will necessarily force the town to expand and grow many times its present size. The advent of a railroad to Kendall in the very near future is practically assured. For the distance of forty miles to the north, between the town and the Missouri river, lies a vast expanse of fertile bench land and plain admirably suited to the raising of wheat and other grains of almost every description. This immense tract, which is open to settlers, is one of the most, if not the most, desirable sections of virgin soil awaiting cultivation on the continent, while southward from that section of Fergus County known as Arrow creek to Knerrville, including the territory already referred to, will approximately average 140 square miles. Already the eyes of a most desirable class of practical farmers are centered on these broad acres, which although yet unscratched by the many devices which have long since lightened the burdens of tillers of the soil, will in the near future be made to blossom as the rose. This section, with the entire Judith Basin, has until very recently been known afar as the most noted cattle, or to use the western phrase, “cow country,’ in any of the western states, but with the ever increasing invasion of eastern immigration the Judith Basin, of which the land already described is as good as the best, is already known from ocean to ocean as a wheat region of reliability and permanency second to none in the world. Hundreds of anxious settlers are at this writing entering the district daily in search of a roof-tree where they may amass their fair share of the wealth which the treasure state holds in store for those who are ever on the alert to take advantage at early opportunities, and that all are loud in their praise of the assured future in store for this section, is amply attested by the many purchases and homestead entries that are constantly being made through realty dealers and at the United States land office In conclusion, Kendal, the logical commercial and supply center for a territory the vastness of which is inconceivable to those unacquainted with the country, is destined before long to become one of the brightest stars in the crown of union statehood. JOHN R. COOK, Representative Realty and Mine Owner of Kendall. As Kendall is growing rapidly and has an assured brilliant future before it, we will, in this “Immigration and Patronize Home Industry” number of the Fergus County Democrat, note the various resources of this section with a with a view to stimulating business in general and keeping our money at home, as far too much money is sent away to distant cities and mail order concerns of all kinds that ought to be spent in Kendall. Prices are reasonable in every line here, and our merchants, manufacturers and professional men and women can cater successfully to the wants of the community. We believe the present year will see a rapid growth in the development of Kendall and Fergus county, and we will therefore, endeavor to represent to the best possible advantage those who are in any way interested in the district. The rapid up building and steady growth of the town and county – the mining, farming and ranching industries will be fully dwelt upon, while favorable and public mention will also be made of our liberal and progressive citizens throughout the county. Because of the excellent country surrounding Kendall we believe we are fully justified in strongly recommending this entire section of Fergus county to even the most particular home or investment seekers who realize the wonderful possibilities in store for Montana. While Kendall is and has been for years past purely a mining camp she can safely count from now on deriving considerable revenue from other sources, for there is no better farm land to be had in the west than are the thousands of square miles lying between this town and the Missouri river, every acre of which is tillable and productive, and which awaits only the magic touch of practical farmers to blossom as the rose. Therefore there can not be the slightest doubt as to Kendall’s assured future, as a commercial and mining center of the greatest importance. For the benefit of those who would secure a foothold either in town, mining or outside farm property we deem it advisable to say a few well deserved words in favor of Mr. John R. Cook, Kendall’s town site agent. Through him can be secured most desirable residence or business locations in the main business section of the town for a very reasonable consideration, and it is hardly necessary to say that there is no town to which we could refer in the state that is in a position to offer better inducements to prospective settlers than is Kendall. Keen competition in a business way is unknown here and the opportunities for live, hustling? merchants of every description are excellent. As well as being heavily interested in town and country property, Mr. Cook is the controlling power of the Abbey Cyanide Gold Mining company, which is located in the heart of the famous mineral belt of this section and which bids fair to become in the very near future a producing bonanza of which its owners and promoters, as well as the community generally, may well feel proud. The company owns a large acreage and have expended many thousands of dollars in development work, so much so that the property in now in such shape as to be classed henceforth among the big producers of the camp. Negotiations are at present under way for the erection of a mill which we understand will be installed at an early date. This will materially increase the monthly pay roll of the camp, which already amounts to no less than $50,000. Being a gentleman of his work and never mispresenting in the slightest there is not a more thoroughly reliable individual to whom we could refer in the county. On the value of town and country property he is an acknowledged authority, and his many years of experience in milling, mines and mining all over the west bespeak for him the credit he so justly deserves. Mr. Cook is a hard conscientious worker an being in no way selfish he takes great pleasure in being every resident of the community prosper in their various undertakings, and has ably assisted many accomplish that end. KENDALL MEAT MARKET David & David Proprietors A visit to the meat market of Messrs. David & David would convince the most skeptical that this is one of the most up-to-date businesses of the kind in the county, and we can therefore strongly recommend it to lovers of good meat. It is equipped with every appliance and meats sold are fresh and sweet. A very large business is done. Special prices are made to hotels, restaurants, boarding houses and orders are filled and delivered to any in the community on the shortest notice. There are no better competent butchers in the west than are Messrs. David & David, the proprietors, nor do we know of any two business men whose fair and honorable dealing with patrons is worthy of higher commendation. J. M. STAFFORD General Merchandise One might travel the country over and not find in a town the size of Kendall a general merchandise establishment stocked with a larger or better assortment of the world’s most representative products than at the store owned and operated by Mr. Stafford. Here, patrons are assured of fair and liberal treatment at this gentleman’s hands and it is worthy to mention that at no other the store in the state can better values be had for the money. Being among the pioneer merchants of Kendall, Mr. Stafford’s word is known to every resident of the community as being equivalent to his bond. He is among the hustling, progressive business men of Fergus County who never allows the grass to grow under his feet, and for that reason, if no other, he merits our best recognition. FRANK PICK Cigars and Confectionery Being a highly respected resident pioneer of this city and county for more than 25 years, the interests of Mr. Frank Pick, as well as creditable personal mention of his own past record should be referred to briefly in this historical number of the district. For a great many years Mr. Pick served the people of this section faithfully and honorably by conducting a general blacksmithing establishment where his mechanical skill and superior workmanship was recognized and appreciated by all who knew him. Having the misfortune, while engaged in the above line, to meet with an accident which impaired his sight he discontinued the pursuit of his trade and became county assessor, in which capacity he proved himself a faithful public servant by fulfilling his every commission to the letter. He has the distinction of importing and putting into practical use the first street sprinkler to which Lewistown can lay claim, and it should also be said that there is no resident of the city who takes a keener interest in public matters generally than does he. Some three years ago he embarked in the cigar and confectionery business and it is not too much to say that there is no better or more select stock of foreign an domestic cigars, tobaccos, fruits, etc., to be had anywhere else in the city than that handled by Mr. Pick. Newspapers from almost every city and state in the union can be secured through him and it is hardly necessary to say that his store is headquarters for every popular magazine or periodical worth reading. His line of stationery school supplies, notions, souvenirs and scenic post cards is especially large and most complete. In the successful operation of the business, Mr. Pick is ably assisted by his good wife, Mrs. Pick, also his son and daughters, all of whom are most attentive, industrious, courteous and obliging to the wants and wishes of patrons and if there is an individual or concern transacting business here who can claim success strictly on the ground of merit it is certainly Mr. Pick, for he is doing well and deservedly so. ART BENJAMINE & COMPANY Harness and Saddlery In a country where extensive horseback riding and driving is done as is the case in Lewistown and Fergus county; it is of the greatest importance to horse owners to have a thoroughly high class and reliable harness and saddler establishment located within the easy reach of all. In this regard the firm of Art Benjamine & company fills the bill in every respect. They are manufacturers and dealers in all kinds of light and heavy harness and harness accessories, also saddler, turf goods, ets. Harness and saddlery manufactured and sold by them adorn a large majority of the horses owned and used by residents of the city and district, and so loud are patrons in their praise of the splendid quality of the firm’s workmanship and goods, that their books show a steady increase in trade. Range riders emphatically affirm that form point of perfect fit, ease and comfort, the saddles handled by Benjamine & company cannot be beaten anywhere, and the same can be said of all other lines here offered for sale, therefore, this firm deserves to be classed not only as a successful and progressive concern; but it fully merits due consideration at the hand of all who would secure the best possible value to be had for their dollars. N. A. BUTLER Dry Goods The dry goods store of Mr. N. Butler must given generous mention, as no better goods can be had in the county, and it is among the most popular trading places in Kendall. This store has been operated under the personal supervision and ownership of Mr. Butler for more that five years, and because of the practical business methods employed his is so appreciated by the people as to command an excellent trade, and also the esteem and respect of al who know him. At his hand customers receive prompt, polite and obliging treatment and the very best value is given for money spent at this establishment, therefore, Mr. Butler’s success is not surprising. He believes in a large volume of business and small profits and he has established a standing and credit in the community which places him among the most up-to-date merchants transacting business in Fergus County. FIRST STATE BANK, Capital $25,000. H. H. Lang, President; H. I. Shaw, Vice President; R. L. Henderson, Cashier. Nothing so strikingly exemplifies the thrift and prosperity of a community as the number, character and average condition of its institutions for carrying and investing the savings of the masses of the people, and confining our remarks to the rapid advancement of the treasure state we are well within the mark in affirming that the foregoing is especially true of that section of Montana known as the famous Judith Basin, for in almost every town and hamlet therein just a soon as population and business prospects warrant, banks have and are being established. That the great majority of wage earners and persons of modest income in Kendall are practicing thrift and economy and laying up a proportion of their earnings for the inevitable “rainy day” is evident from the admirable condition of the First State Bank. This institution is one of the largest and best managed banks in Fergus County, or the state for that matter. With a paid up capital stock of $25,000, it has since its first advent to the town some five years ago, become a noted fiscal institution, and because of the conservative and judicious manner in which this bank has been operated it has from point of volume of business and popularity far exceeded the expectations of its founders. Being local residents and taxpayers of the community its stockholders and officers have at all times the best interests of the surrounding country at heart; they fully appreciate the fact that from the home people must come their support and they in turn have on hand loanable funds for every local enterprise of merit, thus the perfect harmony and confidence that exist between the bank and it s patrons amply proves the success it has scored in the past and with the rapid settling up of the economy it is not too much to say that the First State Bank of Kendall can safely count on a continuance of the prosperity it so justly deserves. We cannot too strongly urge local residents of Kendall, as well as prospective settlers to the town and vicinity to transact their financial affairs at this institution and hereby fulfill bounded duty, viz: undivided patronage and hearty support of a worthy and representative home industry. The First State Bank offers its patrons every legitimate accommodation consistent with safe and judicious business principles and, therefore, it is short sighted and a brave mistake on the part of anyone residing in or adjacent to Kendall to patronize outside banks while the one question is fully prepared to meet the wants and wishes of the community. MISS FAHEY, Cigars and Confectionery Mutual Telephone Exchange The Misses Fahey being among the most popular and best known of Kendall’s residents should be spoken of kindly, as we call attention to the more prominent business people of the town. As local manager of the Lewistown-Billings Mutual Telephone company, Miss Nan Fahey is to be highly commended because of the splendid service rendered the people and painstaking manner in which she conduct’s her company’s affairs, while Miss Nellie Fahey in the conduct of a first class cigar, fruit and confectionery business does her utmost to meet the wants and wishes of the community. She carries a stock of everything that an establishment of this kind should have and having an excellent business head on her shoulders she has built up a trade which would do credit to any merchant. The Miss Fahey have the good will, respect and esteem of not only local residents but all who have ever had occasion to visit their place of business, and they, therefore, deserve on their merits the success with which they are meeting. T.R. MATLOCK General Merchandise. The general merchandise establishment of Mr. Matlock is one of the oldest and most reliable stores in Kendall, and under its roof a can be had practically everything that a house of this kind should have. The success with which Mr. Matlock has met may well be attributed to his superior executive ability in handling his trade, and at the same time carrying in stock only goods that cannot fail to please the most exacting purchaser. Every available foot of space in this store is crammed to its fullest capacity with an assortment of merchandise the equal of which cannot be surpassed anywhere, and as a result patrons are afforded the advantage of having by far a larger variety from which to select than can be said of the majority of so-called general stores in the county. This is high praise to Mr. Matlock, but it is nevertheless well deserved. His charges on every article offered for sale are so low as to come within the easy reach of all, and as his is among Kendall’s enterprising citizens and business men, it is only right that the success with which he has met in the past should increase apace with the future growth of the town and county. R. M. DRYDEN, Livery Stable It is a saying among horsemen of Fergus County that there is no man in this section of the west more familiar with every phase of the livery business than is Mr. R. M. Dryden. Mr. Dryden operates one of the best liveries in the county from which one can secure first class turnouts at most reasonable prices. His stable throughout is large, spacious and well arranged, and his horses and rigs are up-to-date in every respect. At any hour of the day or night one can get excellent accommodation at this barn and as Mr. Dryden is a gentleman who believes in giving everyone a square deal and transacting his affairs in a straightforward manner, he is certainly deserving of a large and ever increasing patronage. His lease having expired Mr. Dryden recently vacated his original premises on Main Street and has reestablished himself in commodious quarters of his own adjacent to the Kendall opera house, where he is prepared to cater to his trade more advantageously than ever before. KENDALL DRUG CO J. H. Wicks., Manager The establishment of the Kendall Drug company, of which J. H. Wicks is manager, has enjoyed a long and successful career, and because of its very high repute it demands strong praise from us. There is no branch of business so important or more representative in character than the drug line. That is why we wish to call particular attention to this store3, for it is a model of its kind and it is not too much to say that we do not think there is a more trustworthy place of the kind in the county. The best and purest of drugs proprietary medicines, toilet articles perfumery, fine stationery, cigars, tobaccos, etc., are found here, and prices are always reasonable. This pharmacy keeps pace with the progress and development of the district, and it enjoys a very extensive patronage. Mr. Wicks gives his undivided time and attention to looking carefully after every detail of the business. He is an excellent commercial man, liberal and obliging, and a strong believer in the bright future in store for Fergus County. STEPHENS & JEFFREY Harness and Saddlery The harness and saddler emporium of Mr. Chris Jeffrey is one of the most complete of the kind to be found anywhere. Doing practically all of their own manufacturing and asking only reasonable prices for their goods, these gentlemen cater most successfully to many of the most particular farmers, ranchers, business men and horse owners generally of the city and county. There is nothing in the harness or saddler line, as well as accessories thereto, turf goods, etc. that cannot be found here, and as every article they offer for sale is from point of quality, finish and style the very best that can be had, they have acquired a reputation in the trade which speaks highly of their ability to please. Hard workers and highly on their transactions Messrs. Stephens & Jeffrey can in future safely count on a steady increase in business. Their manufacturing department is splendidly fitted up with all the latest and best type of machinery necessary to turning out A-1 harnesses, and we solicit for them a friendly call by those who have not already visited their establishment. |
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| Title | Kendall Businesses 1 |
| Full text of this item | KENDALL BUSINESSES Newspaper Article no date Kendall, the second largest town in the Judith Basin, has long since made Fergus County famous by reason of its highly mineralized zone and several gold producing bonanzas, from which has and is being extracted ores to the amount of hundreds of thousands of dollars annually. With a population of almost 1,500 souls its residents enjoy all the conveniences of which people living in more pretentious towns can boast. It has a superb climate, an abundance of pure crystal water; first class banking accommodations; an electric lighting system; several large, handsome business blocks; fine residences; excellent schools and churches of almost every denomination, also representative professional men and women who would reflect credit on any community. The monthly pay roll to employees of the various mining companies amounts to upwards of $50,000. The greater portion of which is disbursed right in Kendall, thus making the town one of the most prosperous, noteworthy and altogether substantial in the state. While mining has always been the dominant industry of Kendall, the present year will, we believe, see an influx of farmers, investment seekers and homesteads to the district adjacent thereto, which in its practical and potent effect in the country's development will necessarily force the town to expand and grow many times its present size. The advent of a railroad to Kendall in the very near future is practically assured. For the distance of forty miles to the north, between the town and the Missouri river, lies a vast expanse of fertile bench land and plain admirably suited to the raising of wheat and other grains of almost every description. This immense tract, which is open to settlers, is one of the most, if not the most, desirable sections of Virgin soil awaiting cultivation on the continent, while southward from that section of Fergus County known as Arrow creek to Knerrville, including the territory already referred to, will approximately average 140 square miles. Already the eyes of a most desirable class of practical farmers are centered on these broad acres, which although yet unscratched by the many devices which have long since lightened the burdens of tillers of the soil, will in the near future be made to blossom as the rose. This section, with the entire Judith Basin, has until very recently been known afar as the most noted cattle, or to use the western phrase, "cow country,' in any of the western states, but with the ever increasing invasion of eastern immigration the Judith Basin, of which the land already described is as good as the best, is already known from ocean to ocean as a wheat region of reliability and permanency second to none in the world. Hundreds of anxious settlers are at this writing entering the district daily in search of a roof-tree where they may amass their fair share of the wealth which the treasure state holds in store for those who are ever on the alert to take advantage at early opportunities, and that all are loud in their praise of the assured future in store for this section, is amply attested by the many purchases and homestead entries that are constantly being made through realty dealers and at the United States land office In conclusion, Kendal, the logical commercial and supply center for a territory the vastness of which is inconceivable to those unacquainted with the country, is destined before long to become one of the brightest stars in the crown of union statehood. |
