Mitchell Bill Critique on Territorial Railroad Subsidy
The article argues against the Mitchell Bill describing its subsidy terms as too favorable to the Territory and harmful to a potential railroad partner. It contends bonds payable in New York risk market acceptance, and that the bill's mortgage requirements would hinder financing and raise rate regulation disputes with carriers.
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Union Pacific Road
New York
Neaus
Bilto Bre
George Stark
Northern Pacific Railroad
House of Representatives
Helena
Yellowstone
Northern Pacific
Fireproofing with tungstate of soda urged to curb city fires
An 1860s editorial argues tungstate of soda paint can make stage scenery and woodwork fireproof, urging adoption in theaters and stores, warning townsfolk of frail buildings and proposing coated stove pipes and cracks for protection, while linking fire risks to Chicago and urging Montana rail access to prevent disasters.
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Brooklyn
Ashtabula Bridge
Semler
Wallack’s
New York
Contac
Butte
Mother O'Leary
Chicago
Scientific hopes and financial shocks in 1877 era notes
The Butte Miner reports on Professor Barr’s claimed iron oxidation method to prevent corrosion, global metal output value in 1875 led by coal and iron, and ongoing electoral commission activity. It cites silver coinage cuts by the Latin monetary union, Cuban-Spanish peace talk rumors, stock speculation crimes, a Northern Pacific subsidy note, and 1876 U S business failures with regional contrasts.
Wealth Population and Taxes Debate on Jay Gould Rail Plan
The piece argues against opponents of the Jay Gould railroad proposal who claim taxes will rise without relief from growth. It asserts tax-to-wealth ratios fall in larger states like New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, noting that expansive cities and governments can reduce tax rates despite greater populations and property values. It cites Philadelphia as a leading manufacturing hub.
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New York
Montana
Montaui
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Ablest Men and Political Shifts Noted in Washington
The Journal's Washington special reports Republicans cheer Democrats未 selection of ablest men. Democrats dissatisfied with House choice as Uinton serves Judiciary. Republicans see advantage in Election Committee. Supreme Court Justices met briefly, Bradley suspected as fifth justice. Worcester cooperative grocery union declares eight percent dividend on capital stock and four percent on membership from six months profits.
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Carcaco
Journel
Washington
House
Uinton
Judiciary Committee
Su! Piene Court
Bradley
Cooperative Grocery Association
Worcester, Mass
Miles Asking for Cav Alry Reported in North-West
A partially intelligible dispatch from January 2 notes that Miles sought immediate press action for the Montana Cavalry. General Brishin allegedly reversed prior orders related to March Watch, with unclear details remaining.
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Bocevan
Miles
Montana Cavalry
Brishin
Mareh Wath
Justice Da on the Deaclines to Serve on Electoral Commission
Associate Justice Davis, after the bill passing both Houses forming the Electoral Commission, notified associates he would not allow his name to be used for a fifth seat in the judicial branch. He calls it infelicitous after election to Senator. The four Supreme Court members were given certified copies of the act. tomorrow they will select the fifth associate as required.
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Davis
Bil
Electoral Voto Commission
I Cammission
Ile
Supreme Court
Commission
Secretary of State
Court Decision on South Carolina Governorship in 1868
Circuit Judge Carpenter ruled that D H Chamberlain was not legally installed as governor on December 7 and Wade Hampton was not legally installed on December 14. The attempted inauguration of D H Gramblerlain was legal in form but void, leaving Chamberlain in lawful possession of the executive office until a qualified successor is chosen. A similar case is before the Supreme Court.
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Colimbia
Carpenter
Washington
D.H. Chamberlain
South Carolina
Wade Hampton
D.H. Gramberlain
Everéaid
Supreme Court
Grant Signs Compromise Electoral Bill in Message
Wasington January 20 The President approves the electoral count bill saying the election result will be accepted without resistance from discontented supporters and that the highest officer shall not hold office on questions of title. The message notes danger avoided by the act and states the Senate president has not decided disputed returns. The law should provide a lawful mode to settle doubt and preserve liberty through obedience to constitutional law. The nation needs peace and harmony among all sections.
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Alllow
Commissioners of Deeds
Urancb
Helena
Benton
Supreme Court
House
Custer’s River
Montana
Ili
Lust
Wasingcrox
Senate
Lis
Telegrams and Political Turmoil Across the Nation
Reports from Washington New York and the West detail troop reassignments for spring campaigns, plus concerns over Mexican events and constitutional issues. Observers note disputed presidential terms and pivotal electoral actions as legislators and bankers react to policy hints and court decisions.
Hampton Governor Ruling Spurs Habeas Corpus Case
In South Carolina at Cotonia on February 1 Amita Rose borough a colored prisoner in Chaster county jail was pardoned by Governor Hamp ton. The sheriff refused release claiming Hampton not governor. Judge J T Mackey issued a writ of habeas corpus after argument held yesterday he ruled Wade Hampton the legal governor. The sheriff appealed to the Supreme Court.
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Cotonia
Hampton
Amita Roseborough
Chaster County
Serif
J. T. Mackey
Mackey
Wade Hampton
Supreme Court
Singer Sewing Machine Agency in Burrs City Montana
Henry Jonab announces Singer Sewing Machine Agency for Lutte area in Burrs City Montana. Prospective buyers urged to inspect machines and tools, with a stock of cuties and attachments on hand for sale. Prices claimed as low as any point in the Territory.
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Burrs City
Montana
Aving
Singer
Lutte and Vicinity
Tisyita
Henry Jonab
War rumors and diplomatic moves swirl in early 20th century dispatches
Telegrams from Constantinople and Bucharest report Midhat Pasha's alleged diplomatic maneuvers with Sophia and Montenegro, while Russian war activity grows near the Danube with bridge site checks. Roumanian rail work halts as war likelihood rises and Vienna cites Russia seeking moral pressure without wide alliance.
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Reéuterte
Midhag” Pasha
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Pasha
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Lennon
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Tyne
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