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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1900
Page
12
A local editorial argues the Democratic sheriff candidate has failed to defend his official acts and criticizes his quarterly fines reports dating from 1895 to 1900. It cites state examiner Maronny’s August 1899 findings urging itemized docket reports and timely fines remittance for public accountability.
A Pioneer editor recalls a McLeod school event where Hannah clashed with a writer over questions about his remarks on Henry George. The report parallels Roosevelt remarks at Victor with violence and rhetoric, noting civil questions met with vituperation and crowd tensions.
The letter argues Hannah biases his Harrison McKinley comparison. It notes prosperity under both Harrison and McKinley, criticizes the four-year gap between their administrations, and urges fair comparison using his party's records. It cites republican and democratic agreement on prior prosperity but disagreement on intervening years.
Over three weeks rumors allege the democratic sheriff candidate has neglected duties as justice of the peace. The piece urges the candidate to clear himself or risk public belief that more facts remain undisclosed.
W. H. Poorman, the Republican candidate for judge of the sixth judicial district, is described as well qualified in law with high moral character. He is urged to receive hearty support from party voters.
Report claims a briber's union is organized in Butte with branches in every town in the state. W A Clark is named as grand chief while Sweet Grass county officers remain unnamed, though public suspicion points to known figures.
The query asks if taxpayers want a sheriff candidate whose prior tenure as justice of the peace is viewed with suspicion. The piece frames the question as a test of public trust and accountability in local law enforcement.
The piece mocks W A Clark’s suitability for the U S Senate noting poor delivery, unclear thoughts, and lack of partisan clarity during a recent public appearance. It argues he would be a mere figurehead despite business success.
Opinion column asserts DeHart remains in Clark's employ, working for his interests. It claims Jake preferred a paid county office but yielded to strong pressure and incentives, implying a substantial payment to enter the office he did not desire.
Taxpayers prefer candidates of their faith but seek honest conduct in office. They want a man who will not cause regret at the ballot box, identifying Oscar A Fallang as the Republican sheriff candidate.
The frosts observed during the county Democratic gathering are described as having tamed Hannah, yielding a notably docile behavior described as kittenlike.
If you registered in another district two years ago and have changed residence you must register in the district in which you now reside. Don t fail to do so or you cannot vote.
A civic message endorses Oscar A. Fallang as sheriff citing honesty, competence, and high honor in all dealings as key voter appeal.
DeHart performed a service for Clark and was paid $500 by Clark’s agent. He used the $500 to cover a debt and then converted the remaining funds into a $3,500 investment.
The statement suggests DeHart believes his fortunes hinge on winning a seat in the legislature, viewing political office as the key to his future success.
A reader asks whether fines collected by a justice of the peace are county property or used for the official’s personal benefit. The letter appears inquiring into public funds and accountability for under a sheriff race in Sweet Grass County.
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