Timber Montana Gazette Expounds Thursday Edition
The notice indicates a weekly Thursday publication by J. E. Sheridan as manager, likely detailing timber industry news and local business notes for the Montana area.
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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1903
Page
4
The notice indicates a weekly Thursday publication by J. E. Sheridan as manager, likely detailing timber industry news and local business notes for the Montana area.
Entry indicates material was entered at the Big Timber Montana post office as second class matter reflecting its mailing status and processing category.
The notice lists subscription options with monthly and yearly terms. Prices show one year at a higher rate and shorter term options such as three and six months, indicating varied durations for readers.
A county call appeals to Republican voters to turnout for the party candidate on May 16. It notes many absent votes will be Republican and urges those who can to make the trip to the polls to prevent opponents from gaining ground and to back J. W. Bailey.
In Sweet Grass County Joe Bailey is praised as a trusted, sincere man admired by Republicans and Democrats alike. He is described as honest and helpful, often providing aid to those in need without expecting anything in return. The tribute emphasizes his charitable actions and readiness to serve the community.
The voters of the county will make no mistake when they make J. W. Bailey their choice for state senator. Mr Bailey is admirably fitted for the position and can be depended upon to look after the people's interests whenever occasion requires.
Hannah claims a personal victory in supporting W. P. Franklin as a senator candidate and states that a Boodle victory would repay much of his troubles if his favorite is elected.
A call to voters to go to the polls next Saturday and mark X beside J. W. Bailey, with assurances that their interests will be attended to under all circumstances.
The statement asserts J. W. Bailey as the Republican nominee for Senate who pledges to represent all people at all times. It frames Bailey as the party standard bearer and emphasizes broad inclusivity in his future role.
J. W. Bailey pledges a nonpartisan representative for Sweet Grass County to serve all residents. The focus is on common interests beyond political divides and ensuring fair governance.
The piece accuses Willie Boodle of dirty election tactics against Senator Kelly, praising Kelly's public integrity and condemning Hannah’s record. It asserts Kelly’s esteem among party and voters while portraying Hannah as socially and politically despised. Boodle is urged to accept defeat and stop complaining.
A call to support J. W. Bailey emphasizes his dedication to county interests and steadfast work for residents throughout the campaign.
A political opinion urging Republicans to avoid giving the opposing party leverage by placing the whip in their hands. The commentary argues that empowering rivals creates policy harm and weakens party control.
A large crowd gathered as the Billings and Big Timber teams planned a Saturday night match that was called off due to a visiting player missing the train. Clarry Allen stood in for the absent Billings player and posted the night's best average, while Billings struggled. The regular match is rescheduled for May 16 as Big Timber and Livingston teams later clashed with Livingston winning 2386 to 2302.
County Clerk I H C Allen certifies certificates of nomination for the state senate special election to be held May 16, 1903 in Sweet Grass County. Listed are J W Baile Republican and W P Franklin Democrat. Witness the seal on May 7, 1903.
Edward Atkinson argues in the Springfield Republican for a Massachusetts style office to revise bills before they reach the legislature. He cites recent Minnesota and Massachusetts issues with ambiguous language and punctuation that imperil legality, urging a formal scrutiny to prevent conflicts with existing statutes and ensure clear expression.
A meeting at McLeod celebrated the organization of Mountain View Congregational Church. Rev J Pope led preliminaries and fellowship, Rev W S Bell spoke on church influence, and Rev W F Clark discussed Congregational benevolence. The church lists sixteen charter members and plans for a future worship place.
A. H. Taylor of Reed reports wolves near Whistle and Hump creeks killing cattle by wholesale. Since March losses have mounted and stockmen now offer a reward of at least 25 dollars per wolf.
Mrs. E. B. Clark announces remaining inventory for sale including a three piece curly birch bedroom suite leather couch white enamel bedroom set oak umbrella rack art squares oak rocking chairs and more. Items to be closed out this week at great bargains with yard and floral tools available.
A reward of five dollars is offered for the return of an iron gray saddle mare that strayed from a ranch in Big Timber Canyon on April 21 1903. The horse weighs about 800 to 900 pounds and bears a brand on the right shoulder. Send information to J A Kelsey who will pay for her recovery. The notice dates back to the spring.
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