Republican Resolutions Call for Unity and Reform in City Government
Delegates in a Republican convention express harmony and urge co operation in electing capable officials to faithfully discharge duties. They demand high wage standards, oppose city officers paid in depreciated warrants, condemn tolls and wasteful spending, and call for retrenchment and transparent accounting. They commend national war efforts and honor Montana's soldiers, asserting no praise for political misuse of city machinery.
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Republican Party
Silver Republican Resolutions on Local Government and Senate
The Silver Republicans of Butte convene to oppose forming tickets in the upcoming city election, urging good local government. They denounce the Sixth Legislative Assembly members for betraying the party by choosing a senator to replace Henry Mantle, whose Silver Republican record was endorsed by the party.
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Butte
Sixth Legislative Assembly
Henry Mantle
Reform urged as Butte finances debated in 1890s
A frontier editorial argues that under Republican Mayor Thompson Butte reduced city debt from 411,598.79 to 857,116.70, while Democratic Harrington increased it to 435,891.13 and criticizes license collection gaps. It calls for reform, accountability, and voter registration before an upcoming election.
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Butte
Thompson
Unis City
Harrington
Kirk
Liicenses
Thompson Lcenses
Delind Meyer Thompson
Banco
Democratic Party
Political assault by Anaconda Standard in Butte city quarrel
The Anaconda Standard is accused of deflecting attention from crime in Butte’s city government by waging a partisan campaign against Senator-elect Clark. The piece rebukes the Standard for attempting to obscure local issues and forecasts further political maneuvering amid Montana’s Democratic struggles.
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Polonius
Butte
Helena
Hill Democracy
Shieh
Clark
Crates
United States Senate
Heaven
Montana
Inter Mountain
Anaconda Standard
Anaconda Copper Company
W. A. Clark
Anaconda
Laughable failure cited in Anaconda Standard race push
The Anaconda Standard failed to inflame race hatred and religious prejudice in the current local government race. It faced a pronounced setback as men of diverse nationalities demonstrated intelligence and rejected the propaganda. A. F. Bray is named in the discussion.
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A. F. Bray
Bray's Reform Battle Spurs Kirk Nomination Support
The piece defends Bray's municipal reform efforts and loyalty to Kirk, noting Bray's withdrawal as a candidate and urging unity within the Republican camp. It dismisses rival claims by the Standard and attacks as unfounded race politics aimed at Bray for not receiving the nomination.
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Jay
Minty
Kirk
Republican
Bray
No Blackmailing Mayor Kirk Promises Clean Government
A campaign pledge from Mr. Kirk vows against blackmail by police, asserts impartial enforcement of Montana laws and Butte ordinances, rejects license rebates for political favors, and promises lawfulness and accountability. He argues a vote for Kirk means good government and city respect.
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State of
Montana
Butte
Last Night to Register or Lose Vote in City Election
The notice urges all eligible Butte citizens to register tonight or be barred from voting in the city election. It warns that those who fail to register aid bad government and that outsiders registered via rank prejudice seek to control ballot boxes. It calls reputable citizens to act and makes this the last chance to register.
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Butte
Silver ratio debate on monetary policy noted in Standard
The Standard argues that an exact silver to currency ratio is not essential, noting the ratio varies by law, differs by country, and has fluctuated in their currency. It cites that world exchanges largely fix the rate, reflecting the newspaper's view on silver restoration.
Talk of the Day notes from Manila and Boston wit
A Nebraska soldier in Manila recalls a box of canned salmon and corned beef that was thrown away as useless by hungry troops. A humorous exchange about a rejected Miss Dimple follows. A London Vestry meeting discusses an altar screen with Madonna and saint images for a restored South London cathedral.
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Nebraska
Manila
St. Saviour’s Vestry
Southwark
London
South London
Peppermint party and peppermint politics in Detroit news
A fragmentary Detroit Press piece cites Mr Fry and a grand family tale during the Pureyite commotion, notes the peppermint magnate Todd and his mint empire, and portrays a row over press use of The Record. The garbled text shows dialect, interruptions, and a crossfire of names and local figures.
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Mr. Fry
Todd
Congress
Michiean
Hose
Udele Ju
Mr. Todd
Tol
Uncle Joe
Wodd
Venice cafe never closed in 159 years
A Venice cafe has reportedly operated continuously for 159 years without closing day or night, marking an exceptional historic tenure. The claim emphasizes uninterrupted service through decades, underscoring local business endurance and tradition.
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Venice
Coffin Shops Flourish in Chinese City
Chinese city coffins are a focal point of local commerce with numerous shops devoted to funeral needs. The article notes the tradition of preparing for burial and the prominence of coffin sellers in the community.
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Arewell
Sharpening Razors By Circular Grinding Device
Description of a razor sharpener using a circular disc of abrasive material with a fine grinding surface. The device folds over the back of the razor so the grinding surface acts on the blade as it moves to and fro.
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Jos. Archambault
W. C. Thomas
E. D. Elderkin
Green
Clark Democracy
Tim Ntens
Mr. Kirk
Democracy and Silver
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Joan
Wright
Roy
United States
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Oy Press
Detroit
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Grand Opera House
Geo. O. McFarland
Msr
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School For Scandal
Macbeth
Othello
Hi Henry
Itic F
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New York City
G. Co Merer
Imaone
Ayiet
EL Jules Grau
Tal Sghatzlein
West Broadway
Seta Butte Notans
Lee Mantle
Chas,Schatzlein
Fayette Harrington
Charles R. Leonard
A. B. Clements
Aug. Heinze
Henry Mueller
Frank Haskins
John A. Creighton
G. W. Stapleton
T. M. Hodgens
State Savings Bank
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Main and
Park Streets
Europe
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J. A. Cretchton
Omaha
A. H. Barret
D. Leavitt
V. Kemper
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First National Bank
Andrew J. Davis
James A. Talbot
E. GB
Weirick
George Stevenson
Main Street
A. Clark
J. Ross Clark
W. A. Clark & Bro
Clark & Larable
United St Europe
Esate
Alex J. Johnston
Wm. L. Hoge RR
Ec. Chambers
Marcus Daly
M. B. Brownlee
F. E. Sargeant
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