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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1910
Page
2
The piece critiques railroad leaders for pushing higher tariffs to cover rising costs while ignoring public impact. It cites Taft mediated talks, the interstate commerce law, and past manipulations of stock valuations to justify elevated schedules. The author argues railroads seek profits at the public's expense and warn against evading fair value.
Washington statements show many Americans who moved to Canada during the late 19th and early 20th century regret the shift. About 15,000 Americans repatriated in 1909, with more possible as impressions change. They found land and costs similar or better at home, and regret losing citizenship. The piece argues government promotion shaped emigration and urges reconsideration of the western land opportunity.
A Minnesota senator criticized Alaska's governance since statehood, likening Congress to a controlling force over the territory. He argued for territorial status with limited self rule and noted graft concerns, suggesting Alaska deserved a voice in its welfare and a more stable political framework.
President Taft urged lawyers to defend the law rather than attack it as he cited a Denver defense in a government bond case. He argued the reclamation act benefits the West and expands home ownership while critics claimed it oversteps states rights.
The text notes a large current of emigration into Canada that will gradually decline and eventually end, predicting that thousands of native Americans will choose to become citizens of the land of their birth, presenting a poignant reversal in allegiance.
The Mondell bill passed the Senate granting agricultural entries on lands withdrawn for coal potential. Settlers receive title to the surface with the government reserving minerals, a move Roosevelt and Garfield urged. The act also allows completion of non mineral entries on prior good faith locations, shielding many prewithdrawal filings with limited patents. Critics warned of future mining disruption, but the risk is considered remote and most lands fall under the enlarged homestead range.
Roosevelt sailed for home last Friday and many wonder what he will do upon return. Reportedly well briefed on events during his absence, he likely used the voyage to prepare replies to the persistent questions and other matters awaiting him.
By a large margin the house approved Senator Carter's postal savings proposal last Thursday night, 195 to 101, advancing the measure through the chamber and toward potential enactment.
Pasture offered for the season with George M. Briner handling pasture in Dr. Will Moore field. 27-2 Phoenix, a handsome trotting stallion, will stand for the 1910 season at West Side Livery barn. Terms are $10, payable at season end. Robert Brownlee owner, John Hiller groom.
One remaining cask of doctors' special port offered at the Grand Hotel. Hurry to take advantage of the low price before it vanishes. The notice compares the deal to a rare comet that will not return soon.
Big Timber town council will accept bids until 7 30 p m on July 5 1910 for about 30000 feet of cement sidewalk and related improvements. Bidders must follow ordinance 52 specifications and submit a 250 certified check with bids. The council reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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