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Daily Inter Mountain

Location

Butte, Montana, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1899

Page

2

M. A. Berger Manager of Weat Granite Street Butte City Mont

M A Berger identified as manager at Weat Granite Street Butte City Montana. No further details provided.

Butte City Mont

Democracy and Silver The ratio debate in currency law

The Standard notes that exact silver price ratios are not vital to restoration and emphasizes that the ratio is a matter of law. It observes slight variations in domestic currency and differing ratios abroad, while recognizing that world exchanges effectively fix the ratio. Anaconda Standard, January 9, 1899.

Extra session may be possible for urgent national needs

The administration could face reasons favoring a possible extra session in response to emergencies in the Philippines Cuba and Peru. While smooth operations are hoped for, Congress acting may be prudent to address unforeseen conditions before time runs out.

Congress Pilippines Cuba Perth

Governor Smith and the Anaconda Standard’s Democratic Bloc

In a contentious analysis, Governor Smith’s role is described as pivotal to the anti Clark faction’s legislative push. The piece portrays his ascent within the Anaconda Standard aligned wing, and his potential to trigger or restrain actions in the senatorial fight and extraordinary session, framing him as a key political general. It contrasts U.S. policy in the Philippines with local partisan struggles, framing Smith as central to Democratic fortunes amid ongoing debates over Clark and party cohesion.

Gov. Smith Montana Xenorita Smith Democratic Party Clark Durstan Campbell Whiteside Mutts Hob Smith Anaconda Standani

Two Montanians Dominate Rumored Silver Rally in Washinton

A rumored Washington rally featured two key figures, Hon. Charles Towne and Hon. Charles Hartman, accused of hijacking a supposed silver Republican gathering to excommunicate Senator Mantle. The report shadows accusations of demagogue tactics and political opportunism by the pair as they circulate their own official bulletins.

Washington City Charles Towne Democracy Charles Hartman Montana Alpha and Omega Silver Republican Organization Senator Mantle Hartman Towne Mantle Vocates Hartman and Abs Democratic Party Silver Republican Party

Postal Service Policy and Budget Reflections

The piece argues postal service must serve people over profit and criticizes rising costs. It cites a 105 million dollar appropriation bill for 1900 with deficits and waste, noting nearly one third funds railways for mail transport and millions for postal car rentals. It urges cutting waste while acknowledging railway dependence.

Vast 1899 Blizzard Stretches Across Nation

The piece notes a looming postal surcharge of 1.50 per year per user, with hopes for further cuts. It surveys a historic blizzard era spanning the east and south, paralyzing business along the Atlantic coast and interior, and recalls February 1899 storms. It also mentions two New York regiments being sent to Manila to reinforce General Otis, signaling ongoing Philippine operations.

Atlantic Coast Line United States Montana New York Manila Otis Philippines

Peculiar and Pertinent Headlines From A Bygone Era

A quirky collection notes the last treadmill vanishing from English prisons a new Belfast lord mayor described as German Jewish, and bullets used for hunting in India. A lizard sits in a cash register shipped to London. Cyrano red debuts in millinery and chiffons. The passion flower fades after harvest from South African forests. Norway limits marriage to women with cooking, knitting and spinning certificates. Baby’s tooth worn as a ring becomes New York high society’s latest fad.

New York

Emeline Blues and Tiny Sums in Abroad Plans

A cluster of vintage newspaper quips shows Emeline losing her 65 cent nest egg for going abroad. Jokes touch on church circles versus gossip and a jilting fallout among friends.

Detroit Free Press Emeline

Fame's Pathway and Notable Society Gains

Commodore Phillip now leads the Brooklyn navy yard with a $4000 yearly salary. Mrs. Sheridan and Mrs. Logan rank among the nation’s largest pensioners at 100 and 2000 dollars annually. Brown’s new president James M. Taylor is praised for business insight. Miss Zelia Nuttall will represent Harvard at the Rome Orientalists congress. Archbishop Temple attended an East End revival and joined in Moody and Sankey singing. Sir George King and Robert Pantling’s orchid expedition results reach England, reporting nearly 8000 new species discovered in the Himalayas.

Archbishop Temple East End London

Current Fun. Puck Whispering Women in Whist Gossip

The exchange notes a woman who is a capable whist player described as quiet or whispering at play. A Stray Stories vignette recalls how attitudes toward men have shifted over six decades.

Puck

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