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Newspaper
Butte Miner
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1876
Page
2
A Cheyenne dispatch dated the 81st ult states a courier reached Fort Betterman after leaving Crook and Terry at Powder River on August 20. The message notes movements involving a large force and notes a hoofed quantity, though specifics are garbled.
Amid strong calls for reform, incumbents face scrutiny over fitness for office and the power to change the Senate. The piece notes the territory’s push for modern politics and the need for updated party dynamics.
A discussion questions whether selecting delegates by convention truly reflects the people and prevents the spoils system. It argues the plan is impractical, risks intra party strife, and could shield personal interests, urging cautious consideration by all delegates and parties. The piece also condemns railroad obstruction rhetoric and praises Captain Coulson’s bond proposal as a driver of capital and growth.
Inter Ocean Yankton special reports hundreds of Sitting Bull’s Indians in the Black Hills raiding settlements. Between Aug 8 and 23 eleven men were killed near Rapid City and Crook City. Names include Chas H Allen Sioux City Isaac Brown Yankton George Jones and others. Steamer left for Cheyenne Agency as telegrams note more killings in Deadwood and Buffalo Gap.
At the Saratoga convention Horatio Seymour declines the governorship due to insurmountable obstacles. The party names Dorsheimer Clarkson Potter and Manton Marble for roles as governor candidates while Dorghettner is chosen lieutenant governor by acclaim. A later telegram from Seymour reiterates refusal to accept any office.
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