National Centennial Exposition Opens in Philadelphia
The North and West prosper as tariffs and wartime taxes boost domestic industry. Congress drives duties to protect home makers while global exhibits at the Philadelphia International Industrial Exposition celebrate the centennial. Britain and others join in a spirit of reconciliation and shared progress. Crowds applaud peaceful industry and refined art across the fair.
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West
Healthy
Congress
United States
Philadelphia
Young Republic
Great Britain
Fale
America
Brotherhood of Nations
Rise of Farmer Alliances Across States
The piece traces the spread of the Farm Alliance movement from its roots among Grangers to independent farm associations in the South and West. It notes aims to curb monopoly and political power, spreading into Texas and beyond to Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Kansas, and the Dakotas as tensions over transportation and political influence grew.
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Hayes
Went
Powney
Texas
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Iowa
Kansas
Dakota
Patrons of Industry
Cou
Dawn of an Artistic Renaissance in America
A historical reflection traces America from a utilitarian colonial era to a dawning artistic renaissance sparked by Philadelphia exhibits and foreign art loans. It links national wealth to cultural awakening, ties 18th century taste to later reform movements, and notes the 18th presidential campaign signaling labor and public reform currents shaping government policy.
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America
Ublican
Lane Dutt
Toggether
Independent National Party and Monopolies Sparked Economic Tension
The 1876 independent national party advocated government issued legal tender notes, nearly irredeemable and directly to the people, challenging banking systems. Growing unease over monopolies and rail cost control spurred farmer and worker groups, including the Patrons of Industry, to organize for regional interests and economic reform.
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Independent National Party
Greenback Party
United States
Labor Reform Party
A National Shift in Viewpoint After War and Reconstruction
The article discusses a broad political revolution in thought after the Civil War, with reform movements urging government control of transportation, currency reform, and anti-monopoly aims. It notes how national questions altered attitudes toward federal power, the Union’s foundations, and the supremacy of federal law over states amid reconstruction.
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Lahie
Atak
Fst
Lincoln
Congress
Housex
Washington
Jackson
Revival of the National Spirit in Postwar Governance
The piece argues the wartime shift toward a unified national spirit reshaped federal power and policy. It notes Congress gained prominence over the president in nonwar matters, with Reconstruction reinforcing a strong legislative branch under leaders like Thaddeus Stevens.
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Congress
Hation
Lincoln
Johnson
Con
Hadewunk Frant
Thaddeus Stevens
Fragmented War Era Politics Describe Congressional Power Shifts
The excerpt discusses how war focus reshaped party power, clearing factions and reorganizing leadership. It notes the Senate maintaining committee selection by ballot while the House centralizes control in its leaders, especially the Speaker and committee chairmen, affecting major policy actions.
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Republicn
Congress
Senate
Milk Prices Dispute Leaves Dairies Split on Increases
Milk dealers and dairymen in Butte remain divided over price hikes. Independent Milk and Cream Co manager Fred Ackerman said there will be no rise for retail cream prices, citing high feed costs and driver wages. Wholesale prices in Butte stay below regional standards, while drivers prefer steady pay and stable hours.
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Hutte
MK and Cream Company
Thrawh
Fred Ackerman
Sa Ferman
Allmatert
Wein
Vichte
Butte
Mont
Northwest
Party Power in Congress Across the Slavery Era
The piece discusses how party leadership in Congress rested with presidents and speakers, notes Jefferson and Clay as potential core leaders, and explains that the slavery crisis disrupted normal party dynamics, delaying a clear leadership path until Douglas triggered a shift in politics. It emphasizes the evolving balance between executive and legislative power and the slow social and demographic forces shaping party unity.
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Les
Presidents
Congress
Jefferson
M. Montes- Guieus
Clay
House of Representatives
Jackson
Mr. Douglas
Funeral of Mes Vatleon Draws Large Valley County Crowd
The funeral service for Mes Vatleon was held yesterday at Richards Undertaking chapel and Beandia hall. The Montana State band played as the procession proceeded and many attendees filled the hall. Active pallbearers included Joe Stromme John Tindquist Paul Wiberg Ladwis Roose Charles Hohm and Chath Anderson. Honorary pallbearers included Mrs Stromme Mrs John Tindquist Mrs Cart Jenson Mrs Jennie Rose Mrs Emma Noodig and Mrs Emma Eklunt.
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Mes Vatleon
Richards Undertaking
Beandia Hall
Stev. D. N Anderson
Linnea Lodge
Cortesa
Montana Stite
Joe Stromme
John Tindquist
Paul Wiberg
Ladwis Roose
Charles Hohm
Chath Anderson
Funeral for J H Harris Draws Many Friends
John H Harris died at 62 after a long career in mining and law. Funeral services were held at White Undertaking rooms with Rev. Seth Steele officiating. He formerly lived in Virigeville and Salt Lake City before coming to Butte years ago. Survived by a widow and daughters in Salt Lake City. Pallbearers named Patrick Meaney, W E Carroll, Dr E Cowperthwaite, EJ Moyle, G Denny, John H Rooney. Fishing banned at Butte Water reservoirs this year per Butte Anglers club advisory.
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John H Harris
Seth Steele
St. Paul's Methodist Episcopal Church
Harris
Vir
Sait la
Butte
Hining
Tme
Salt Lake City
Patrick Meaney
W. E. Carroll
IE. Cowperthwaite
EJ. Moyle
G. Denny
John H. Rooney
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Coca-Cola CO
Atlanta, GA
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Cleveland
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