Regulation of Gambling Provokes Moral Debate in Montana
A Montana Inter Mountain piece argues gambling should be licensed and taxed rather than criminalized, warning that prohibition fuels corruption and costs taxpayers. It critiques officials, contemplates licensing skin games under strict rules, and calls for legislative clarity on whether gambling should remain a felony or be regulated to fund public needs.
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Montana
Green Bay
Aly Va
Helena
Knights of the Green Cloth
Legislative Assembly
Inter Mountain
Montana Law Reflections On Bribery And Gambling
The text critiques legal changes and penalties relating to bribery and gambling. It envisions lawmakers proposing harsher statutes to criminalize accepting bribes by public officials and to curb illegal gaming. It discusses public officials, legislatures, and potential reforms in Montana's administration.
Diamond Field Jack and the Idaho hangman quarrel
The U S Supreme Court clarifies that execution must follow the original sentence and that it matters not which official carries out the hanging. Idaho officials quarrel over whether the sheriff or the state warden should perform the act, four years after the conviction.
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Supreme Court of the United States
Idaho
Ilustice Browns
Diamond Field Jack
State Penitentiary
Miamond Field Jack
Meric
Thaho
Majsstic Judicial Tribunal
Washington
Witt
Thedal Court
Shashane
Pield Jack
Diasons
Tahoe
Iurden
Shoshone
Brown
The American Empire and Federal Tax Power
The essay cites Chief Justice Marshall in Loughborough v Blike to define the American empire as the United States including states and territories. It argues Congress’s power to levy direct taxes extends across the entire nation, affirming uniform taxation nationwide.
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Marshall
Loughborough
Wheaton
Congress
Columbia
United States
American Empire
Republic
District of Columbia
Missouri
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Anti-Bribery Law Test Prompts Voter Corruption Claims
An anti-bribery statute in Tidiana threatens ten to twenty year terms for voters who accept bribes while punishments for bribe givers are reportedly absent. Warrants issued in Crawford Ville target voters who sold their ballots. prosecutions may spread. Some signatures on receipts to show sale of votes reportedly come from Democratic central committee members.
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Tidiana
Hais
Crawford Ville
Pon
Democratic Central
World's cash account at century end tallies $11.6 billion
Director of the Mint estimates the world’s money supply at 11 619 100 000 with 4 841 000 000 in gold 3 818 000 000 in silver and 2 960 100 000 in unsecured paper. Since 1873 the stock rose about 7 029 070 000, a sign of deep commercial growth.
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Roberts
Hin
Republican Loyalty and Unity in Montana Politics
The Inter Mountain argues that Montana Republicans must unite and govern with disciplined support for economy and policy, avoiding fusion conflicts to win the 1902 and 1904 elections. It notes Republican representatives must serve their constituencies with unity while distancing from fusion fights. The Washington Chicago Journal piece on Samuel McDonald’s death suggests scrutiny of possible motives, urging full disclosure. Akron’s riot aftermath is addressed, with 22 leaders already tried and sentenced to five years.
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Montana
Inter Mountain
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Chicago Journal
Samuel McDonald
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War Department
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Ohio
Iself
The Century That Bears Christ and Peace on Earth
A fragment from Henry Watterson’s closing notes on the era’s century, contrasting Caesar and Shakespeare with the arrival of Christ. The passage elevates the Christian narrative as the ultimate lesson of peace and goodwill, citing the Virgin birth, Pilate’s suffering, and the crucifixion and resurrection.
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No Idea Newspaper Idea Spreads Across Shores
The passage notes Mr Hartaver and his one day New York World parody alongside Rev Dr Parker and Rev Dr Shellon. It points to Harmsworth and his judgment, praising popularity in England while testing ventures in America and a town paper. The tone reflects press opinions on newspaper experiments.
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No Idea
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Democrats vow conservative policy after election taunts
The letter argues that the majority elected by inflaming prejudice and promising extreme legislation will govern conservatively. It claims Democrats now promise only patriotic men will guard property rights and stop laws that threaten capital, noting real proof will come when policies are enacted.
Carter bears Montana needs from Washington in absence of colleagues
Miles City Journal notes Congressman Carter will not abandon his duties in Washington to pursue local interests. The letter to State Chairman Webster outlines measures vital to Custer County and eastern Montana, with Carter as the sole Montana senator in Congress and Campbell absent, leaving Carter to carry the burden for two years.
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Carter
Washington
Webster
Journal
Custer County
Montana
Senate
Campbell
Helena
Congress
Carter Sticks To His Post Great Falls Leader
A December 28 letter from Se Thomas H. Carter to Charles M. Webster of Helena states he will not attend the upcoming Montana legislature session, and will stay in Washington to oversee Montana interests. The writer predicts Carter will receive little praise from critics but will be viewed as prudent by most Montanans for his duty minded stance.
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Great Falls
Washington
Thomas H. Carter
Charles M. Webster
Helena
Montana
Carter
Great Northern Cuts Local Passenger Fares to Three Cents
Kalispell Bee reports the Great Northern will reduce local passenger fares to three cents per mile starting February 1. The move, though not unexpected, is framed as the best possible rate given western travel costs and ongoing road and rail maintenance challenges. This is the second reduction in two years, with no anticipated further cuts soon.
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Kalispell Bee
Great Northern
The Spice of Life and A Poet’s Life Debate
A cadaverous indi vidual returns a manuscript to an editor claiming to be a poet. The editor admits curiosity about a poet’s life but notes he has never seen one, in a wry exchange cited by Puck.
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Puck
Wisdom from Aunt Malindy on overpopulation
Aunt Malindy delivers a blunt observation on overcrowding, noting there are many people who do not know enough. The remark contrasts worldly trouble with a simple critique of ignorance and surplus.
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Malindy
Paraphrase Plea and Wit Echoed in Press Readings
The Indianapolis Press Puck piece jokes about paraphrase limits with Tom Teaspot. The Philadelphia Press notes Christmas and a dyspeptic remark about plum pudding. A Detroit Journal quote praises the verse about glory’s path to the grave and a boastful supper comment.
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Philatelphia Press
Fittete
Ode to Comrade Steadman in Unfading Faith
A tribute poem to E C Steadman praising steadfast spirit and unwavering loyalty. References to roses marish flowers and celestial praise. Celebrates toil and virtue, noting storms endured yet strength unshaken and a chorus would salute if fame ever faltered.
Royal Banner and Champagne Shipping Note
An old line praises a royal banner and honors a king while noting GH Mumm’s Extra Dry imports. Last year 109,903 cases were imported with GH Mumm’s leading the field. in 1900, a month saw a surplus of 72,269 cases over the next best brand. Special attention is drawn to the remarkable quality now imported.
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GH. Mumm
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