English sentiment in Britain united behind war in Transvaal
The Inter Mountain and Butte Miner dispute over English public mood shifts as Britain rallies behind Chamberlain’s policy toward the Transvaal. Liberals switch to the Tory side, while US editors urge parallel national cohesion amid anti expansionist voices. Kruger’s tactics and Kruger himself are questioned as boer resistance intensifies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Transvaal
Porie
Paul Kruger
Inter Mountain
Chamberlain
English Tooth
Great Britain
Miner
England
Democratc Press
Montana
London
United States
Spain
Ystead
Trish Empire
Routh
Pacific
Kruger's Ultimatum Seen as War Declaration in Transvaal
In the Transvaal the ultimatum is viewed as a declaration of war as Boer representatives withdraw inland and Kruger mobilizes troops for an attack on British forces, with aggressive steps already taken despite unspecified timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kruger
South Africa
Jimb
Political Comeback Rumors Surround Former President Cleveland
The article discusses Grover Cleveland’s quiet return to political life after retirement, noting his cautious stance on party divisions and expansion. It argues his reemergence could unify the Democratic Party, with his influence shaping Bryan era debates and the 1909 campaign dynamics, while praising women aiding soldiers’ welcome efforts in Butte.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Niapeage
White House
Bryan
Hiesage
Buzazird’s Bay
Haydenin
Ladera
Democratic Party
Geover Cleveland
New York Mass Meeting Ends In Disgraceful Mob
A mass meeting in New York intended to promote a peaceful settlement of the Boer War debate devolved into a violent scene. Augustus Van Wyck presided as Tourke Cochran spoke with harsh anti British and anti U.S. rhetoric. Resolutions condemned the authorities and urged dispatch of copies to McKinley and Kruger. The mob tore a British flag while remarks attacked the President and public figures. A harsh critique of editorials from Montana papers follows, noting party tensions over gold and silver issues and expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Great Britain
Toor Republic
Auguste van Wyck
United States
Tourke Cochran
Filmer Phillipses
McKinnby
Vntan
Cookran
van Weel
Kruger
Stray phrases from a playful Saturday page
A fragmentary, humorous mix of quips and exchanges from a playful column. It includes misheard lines about a poultry dealer and fowl humor, a remark on Mrs Bippi River as father of waters, sailor references, a missing person note with Jim, and a cartoonish dialogue about kisses and temptations.
Fragmented Irish railway humor and village banter
A collection of dated quips and conversations including a boy denying lies to his father, a Saxon Tourist asking train times at an Irish station, a Weslern editor’s tearful onion gift remark, a lover's melodramatic claim, a girl judging a suitor against her father’s approval, and Snodgrass explaining new house plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paddy
Mummies at British Museum Draw Crowds on Sundays
The British Museum draws large crowds on Sundays with 1 256 visitors the week prior and 1785 on Whitsunday, while weekday evenings fail to match. A correspondent notes many children visit, some from slums, and the mummy gallery remains the crowd favorite despite mixed opinions about preservation and display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitsunday
Wwe
Scott
Thebes
Amen-Ra
London News
Greatness of a Little Lift in the Copy Room
In the Atlanta Journal, Josiah Carter describes a late shift in the composing room. Reporters rush as copy is cut and set. A tiny obituary titled A Baby's Death is tossed aside amid urgent news and political dispatches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josiah Carter
Atlanta Journal
Costume of a French Belle Dazzles at Paris Dinner
A vivid description from a Paris event highlights a young woman in a French belle costume. She wears a Vy ennik skirt with dotted lace overdress trim and silk bodice. A damson red velvet volage decorates the outfit, complemented by a matching red feather fan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paria
Vyennik
Jace
Cargo of Fans Aboard Japanese London Vessel Mystery
A ship voyaging between Japan and London reportedly carried seven million fans as a single cargo item, an unusually large consignments noted in maritime trade reports. The claim highlights the scale of commodity shipments and the curious nature of historic ocean trade practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
London
Notice of Hearing on Final Discharge of Bankrupt
In the district court of Montana Patrick J Tenney and Patrik J Hellnurss petition for final discharge are listed with a hearing set for November 6 1899 at 10:00 am in Helena Montana. Creditors and interested parties may appear to object if any why the petition should not be granted and discharge entered by Judge Hiram Kniw. Court seal and clerk record dated October 1530.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court of the United States
District of Montana
Patrick J. Tenney
Patrik J. Hellnurss
Helena
Lewis and
Clarke County
Montana
Ting
Hiram Kniw
Mutte
Geo
Notice to Stockholders Con Solidated Tiger and Poorman Mining
All stockholders desiring to join the suit to set aside the sale must report holdings and the assessed amount to Alex J. Johnson, treasurer, at the Bank of W. A. ei & Brother on or before October 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Consolidated Tiger & Poorman Mining Company
Alex J. Johnson
Bank of W. A. Ei & Brother
Public Land Notice of Final Proof in Montana
Land Office at Helena Montana September 14 1899 notice given that Albert A Burton has filed for final proof to establish his claim for Lot 6068 and N 14 of Section 14 T4N R7W in Jefferson county at Boulder Montana October 16 1899 before the district court clerk. Witnesses named include N Rand Peter Manson C E B Kenman Jos Page all of Elk Park Montana and George D Greene Register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Montana
District Court of
Jefferson County
Boulder
Albert A. Burton
N. Rand
Peter Manson
C. EB
Kenman
Jos
Page
Elk Park
George D. Greene
Register
Notice to Creditors Estate of Anna Irvine
Notice is given by the administrator of the estate of Anna E Irvine deceased to creditors and all persons with claims against the estate to exhibit them with vouchers within four months after the first publication to the administrator at the office of Roy S Alley rooms 5 6 and 7 in the county courthouse of Silver Row county Montana. Shelby Irvine administrator dated Butte Mont October 5 1899.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna E. Irvine
Anna I. Irvine
Umice
Roy S. Alley
Silver Row
Montana
Shelby Irvine
Butte, Mont
Also Mentioned on This Page
Inter Mountain Publishing CC
M. A. Berger
Grantin Street
Butte City, Mont
Silver Bow County
Higlaid Nae
Keager
Pat Kroger
The
Minneapolis Times
Anaggnda Standard
Otis
Aguinaldo
Ligon
Otis Ia
Chicago Chronicle
Republican Party
Anaconda Standard
Rloesevelt
Ohio
General Funston
Little Kansas
Admiral Dewey
Mayey
Jim
Tom
Kitty
Atr
Pele 'Aben
Satin
Johnny
Par
Tam
Darling
Papa
Tumpman
Snodgrass
Schatatein’s
Schatzlein
W. Broadway
Lee Mantle
Chas, Schatzlein
Fayette Harrington
Charles R. Leonard
A. B Clements
F. Aug. Hetnge
Henry Mueller
Frank W. Haskins
James H. Monteith
Eae Arey
Connell
Perkak
Casalmere
the Grand Opera House
McFarland
Mgr
Suturday Mariner
Smyth & Rice
Drott
Walter E. Perkins
Keone Shaver
India
H. A
Mr Sourdet
Bifon
State Savings Bank
John A. Creighton
G. W. Stapleton
T. M. Hodgens
Europe
J. A. Creighton
Omaha
A. H. Barret
D. Leavitt
V. Kemper
T. M. Hodgenz
Main and
Park Sts., Butte
Kea
W. A. Clark
J. Ross Clark
W. A. Clark & Bro
Clark & Larabie
United Statis
Cashler
First National Bank OF Buite
Cies
North Main Street
Buttee San
Waar Aran
Daly m.Donahoe
W.L. Moyer
Solchiyd
Moyer
V. Long
Mananr Cashier
Reette
Ele
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!