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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1902
Page
4
A Thursday afternoon publication note from the Big Timber Montana issue edited by J and Sheridan. Management credits and postal handling listed indicate standard a8 second class matter designation and post office entrance in Big Timber Montana.
Rates list options including one year for 5 dollars six months for 50 cents and three months for 25 cents. The figures are presented in a compact price schedule.
Libby News condemns W A Clark for using wealth to buy influence in Montana politics. The piece recalls past bribes and court cases, asserting Clark’s role in corrupt campaigns and warning the public against his mock virtue.
The article argues Montana should elect Joseph N. Dixon to Congress, asserting past Democratic representatives failed to represent Montana’s interests. It portrays Dixon as eminently qualified, aggressive, and vigilant for Montana and the West.
Mr Dixon urged Montana voters to elect a Republican to the next Congress to protect wool growers from tariff changes and align with eastern manufacturers' opposition. The piece notes infighting among Democrats in Silver Bow and urges rural Republicans to rally, while Heinze endorses Holloway over Leslie, arguing Leslie is tied to the Amalgamated company.
Ralph Jarrett, a Republican candidate for assessor, is described as fully competent to discharge office duties. Former deputy treasurer under E. O. Clark, he had sole charge during much of that period and earned taxpayers’ praise. Since leaving that post he has ranching and fruit growing holdings, becoming a leading fruit grower in the area.
Reports from across the county commend Sheriff Fallang and County Attorney Hall for their excellent efforts to maintain public order and safeguard taxpayers. Democrats and Republicans alike join in the praise for their leadership and dedication.
The piece urges the full republican vote at the upcoming election, warning that a new apportionment by the next legislature will be based on this election's results. It emphasizes the significance of turnout for shaping legislative boundaries.
The coal strike has ended with workers returning to duty. A Roosevelt chosen arbitration board will decide all disputed issues and both sides will accept the ruling.
A call to ensure every Republican sees his name on the registration list appears in a campaign message urging voter outreach. The notice emphasizes accurate voter rolls and participation by party members.
The Big Timber community centers on a city pageant this week featuring local residents and volunteers. Organizers report strong attendance as residents showcase crafts, performances, and town pride.
Additional matters from the district court session include verdicts and settlements in cases such as Thomas Johnson versus F W Lewis with a plaintiff win for 8125 and costs, and Gurney versus Hatch with 1782 and costs. Several motions and continuances are noted, plus naturalization for Metz Wallum Hiller Taylor Nelson.
Missoula labor unions condemn John M. Evans the Democratic candidate for congress calling him unworthy of Montana workers' support. The unions allege he has shown contempt for the laboring classes at all times until his nomination.
Republicans warn of a strong Democratic push for the legislature while Clark and Heinze vow to defeat Robert Brownlee. Brownlee, a one term incumbent, is praised for steadfast service and integrity, inspiring confidence among local voters.
In selecting a representative, Republicans should resist opposition sentiment and avoid swayed votes. Mr Heinze's address in the Auditorium last Thursday afternoon drew a chill crowd, and he caught a severe cold as a result.
Fortnightly club members heard reflections on Elbert Hubbard with quotations and personality sketches. Mise Whitfield spoke on Hubbard’s character from boyhood to today, Miss Walker read extracts and Mrs. Gilmore delivered A Message to Garcia before a current events discussion. The next meeting is scheduled with Mrs. Gilmore on Oct. 31.
Robert Brownlee has served one term in the legislature, giving him advantages in seniority and influence compared with a new member stepping into the role.
Saturday marks the final day of registration. Voters must be listed in the registration book to be eligible to cast a ballot.
Ole Undem, 20, died suddenly of heart disease at 2 15 Monday morning. He was brother of Tolloff Undem of this city and well regarded by acquaintances. He had suffered rheumatism for a year. the death was sudden but not entirely unexpected. The funeral was held Tuesday with services at the cemetery.
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