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Big Timber Pioneer

Location

Big Timber, Montana, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1910

Page

2

Republicans Should Unite Behind Carter for Senate

In a legislature split by party, Democrats hold the joint ballot and Carter is the issue. Republicans should nominate Carter in caucus to honor the voters who backed him, avoiding a fractured minority and a dark horse outcome. The piece notes the population near 400,000 and hints at changes after the next census.

Senator Carter Carter Walsh Conrad Hartman Norris George Clark

Montana Nation Lags in Population Growth in Census

Montana ranks forty first in population, growing 54.4 percent since 1900 to 376 053, still only one representative. Officials note undercounting of homesteaders and new residents who did not file on lands.

Montana Washington Utah Vermont District of Columbia Delaware Nevada Idaho Wyoming Oklahoma California Oregon Texas New York Pennsylvania Illinois Ohio

Parcell Post Debate Seeks Fair Local Trade Balance

The piece argues for a parcels post to meet growing demand and align with foreign systems. It contends distance based rates could equalize prices between local dealers and mail order rivals, benefiting small shops and extending trade.

Hoosier revokes will leaves Teddy timber land in Tennessee

The article notes a Hoosier who revoked his will leaving Teddy a large timber tract in Tennessee. It adds that despite this, the stubborn figure may still wield influence, while observations suggest the so called big stick has lately become merely a switch.

Teddy Tennessee

Secretary Knox OKs Extradition of Porter Charlton

The secretary supports turning Porter Charlton over to Italy to face murder charges, despite past Italy reluctance to surrender its citizens for crimes in the United States.

Knox Porter Charlton Italy

Practical Christmas Gift Advice From Everyday Needs

Prayers for the poor are praised yet tangible aid like coal bacon and warm clothing yields quicker relief. The note advises considering such practical needs when planning Christmas gifts to achieve immediate, satisfying help.

President taft power site plan faces state rights clash

The article reviews the president’s message urging federal lease or gift of water power sites on public lands with ten year readjustments and safeguards against monopolies. It notes Taft’s preference for federal control but presents a state friendly alternative that preserves rights while conserving resources.

Congress Montana United States Taft

Pray Bill Gives New Settlers Extended Residence Time

Congressman Pray introduces a relief bill for nonirrigated land settlers extending the deadline to establish homes from December 1 to May 15. The public lands committee reportedly favors the measure, which does not shorten residence or commutation periods, responding to death and crop failure in the semi arid west. Senator Carter plans a similar senate measure.

Pray Public Lands Committee Carter Senate

England Parties See No Gain From Campaign Appeals

The text notes that despite an election, the political parties in England did not appear to gain from their appeals. It emphasizes the lack of clear advantage or shift in influence following the campaign.

England

Gift Giving Spirit for All During Happy Times

Encourages not overlooking the poor and unfortunate during the holiday season. Highlights that unexpected gifts often bring the greatest pleasure and kindness to those in need.

Sixteen Firms and Thirty-Two Indicted in Bath Tub Trust Case

A federal grand jury in Detroit indicted sixteen firms and thirty-two individuals over the so called bath tub trust. The group allegedly controlled about 85 percent of enamel ware output including bath tubs sinks and lavatories across the United States. Their operations involved control of sixteen factories and nearly 400 wholesalers with annual business around ten million dollars. The trust formed last April after a ten day meeting in a Michigan town with seventy thousand dollars raised to finance the venture. Government civil actions to dissolve the trust were underway in Baltimore as criminal charges were brought from the testimony. Authorities express confidence in a strong government case and urge public approval of punishment for this greedy enterprise which has kept prices high despite low manufacturing costs. The piece also notes aggressive Sherman law enforcement under the current administration.

Detroit United States Michigan Baltimore

Immigration Commission Urges Restriction on Unskilled Labor

The immigration commission urges Congress to end sentiment based limits and support a restriction on unskilled foreign labor. It argues economic harm from wage and living conditions effects caused by influx into basic industries and calls for policy changes despite political changes abroad.

Immigration Commission Congress

Butte Merchants Call for Extermination War on Money Lenders

Butte merchants announce a plan to wage extermination against local money lenders accused of charging up to fifteen hundred percent. In the meantime no reports on merchants halting short weight butter and misbranded goods as exposed by a recent government inspector.

Butte

Diaz Faces Real Revolution Beyond Quiet Uprising

The passage argues Diaz may be facing genuine revolution rather than a mere uprising, challenging the president's press agent spin that the events are only a rough house. It suggests a broader political upheaval in Mexico.

Diaz

Canal Bonds Prompt Sale Eases Treasury Drain

The article notes that issuing Panama canal bonds now and their quick disposal would materially reduce the drain on the United States treasury's working balance, though the long-run outcome remains unchanged.

Uncle Sam

Secretary Dickinson Seeks Larger Army and Additions

Secretary Dickinson urges expansion of the armed forces and proposes additional units and programs to strengthen national defense. He emphasizes manpower, equipment, and training needs to meet growing security challenges.

Dickinson

National Fighting Machinery Backed by Helena Paper

Helena Independent notes congressional posture toward military build up may concede to the nation's fighting needs. The editorial stance suggests legislators should align with defense priorities without protest.

Helena Congress

Money market improves with crop sales boost and cautious outlook

Northwestern National Bank reviews a recovering money market after a period of strain in central reserve cities. Easier money is anticipated with large crops, cotton sales reducing southern loans, and renewed liquidity through year end dividends. Some Northwestern deposits may lag last year, but overall prospects look healthier for legitimate business.

Northwestern National Bank Review Central Reserve Northwest Minnesota South Dakota Twin Cities East

Skillman & Bailey Promises Quick Loan Approvals

The advertisement touts fast funding with Skillman and Bailey promising no long waits for loan money. It highlights quick processing and accessible financing options for borrowers seeking prompt cash.

Skillman & Bailey

Montana Emigration Interest Grows After Chicago Meeting

Governor Norris reports sustained eastern interest in Montana after the Chicago governors and land congress. Great Northern and Bitter Root Investment displays drew crowding inquiries about Montana literature. Norris says about 700 listeners heard an impromptu talk on Montana prospects, noting the state rewards energy and capital and expects spring migration of settlers and business people.

Montana

A Simple Safeguard for Mothers

Mrs. D Gilkeson of Youngstown Ohio shares experience with Foley's Honey and Tar as relief for a child's severe cold and persistent cough. She notes the first dose reduced throat inflammation and a full bottle cleared throat and lung inflammation. Accept no substitute. W D Richards.

D. Gilkeson Ingles Ave Youngstown Ohio Foley W. D. Richards

Obscure ad notes Rumely engines and plow gear agent

Part interested buyers for steam or gasoline plowing engines plows and threshing outfits should contact C. L. Olmstead, the local agent for Rumely machinery. Trade leads and inquiries welcomed to save time and money.

C. L. ‘Olmstead

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