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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1899
Page
2
Indications point to a thriving mining era as capital flows toward developing promising claims rather than relying on established mines. Authors argue that moderate capital can transform partially developed prospects into paying mines, expanding ore output and boosting state economies through intelligent exploitation.
The article argues the Democratic Party uses vindication to justify its power, claiming its legislature proves statemanship worth more than ranching or mining. It suggests ongoing efforts to vindicate the party’s good name and moral standing after adjournment.
The Butte Miner is sued by ex Senator Fred Whiteside for 100 dollars over claims the paper damaged his reputation. The piece traces a string of political vindications in Montana and Washington sentiment as it reports on editorial theatrics and campaign rhetoric in Butte.
The $100000 damage suit by Fred Whiteside against the Butte Miner centers on Montana political rifts within the Democratic party. The case could influence court scrutiny of past legislative clashes and affect Senate representation and Mayor McCarthy’s inaugural stance, framing a broader view of state political drama.
On the one year anniversary of Dewey entering Manila Bay the piece extols his audacious fleet maneuver over torpedo pits and lauds the decisive impact on American prestige and policy. It places Dewey among naval greats and highlights potential long term effects on U S commercial and continental leadership.
The article notes a pending mayoral dispute with implied criticism of a late paramour’s killer. Council members will not discuss likely action on the appointment, remaining quiet. It also suggests that if Whiteside wins his suit, Miner Publishing may deduct $100,000 from a month’s editor salary.
JM Mathews and J Rowley in the city representing the Chicago Record announce a limited offer for Butte residents. The Library of Universal History spans 13 octavo volumes with over 18,000 pages, 180 color maps, and is available nearly at cost for only 75 sets in the city. Rowley and Mathews remain two weeks for additional Montana notices and related work.
An old woman notes a visit from her daughter in law as she faces care gaps with male relatives, revealing sharp irony about men. The piece then shifts to epitaphs highlighting moderation and loyalty, including a Scottish shepherd’s tribute to his dog with the inscription There’s yin wantin to mark the missing.
A girl with violets notes she saves on a hat and plans a gown three times her savings. She concludes she will quit trying to save and has painted a proverb for her mantel: A penny saved 3 a dollar wasted.
Summary of Montana mineral production by E B Braden shows Montana third in gold behind California and Colorado. Montana silver output has fallen to 2.5 million with 19.16 million value from bi products. Copper, lead, silver and gold total twelve months value 51.22 million, keeping Montana a leader in aggregate mineral value. May day verse and Philippines peace talks delay noted. Mayor-elect McCarthy to give inaugural address. Mrs George acquittal ends with contemplated retirement after murder case.
The piece surveys how poor folk express themselves in blunt phrases and old time sayings. It notes the impact of simple language on judgment, citing examples from servants and mothers, Dickens, and a Scottish farmer who summarizes life with one quiet line.
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