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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1908
Page
4
Editor Entered September 20 192 as second class matter Dillon Montana under act of March 3 1879. Price of subscription two dollars per year in advance. This paper will be mailed regularly to its subscribers until a definite order to discontinue is received and all arrears are paid.
Advertisement from the Dillon Examiner asserts the paper offers the largest bona fide paid circulation in Beaverhead County and invites advertisers to inspect subscription records and mailing lists. Dated Wednesday February 19, 1908.
The New York Commercial argues railroads operate within the law as Taft praises the rate bill. It notes stockholders face shrinking values and reduced dividends amid lower railroad business. The piece questions bipartisan support, highlighting Roosevelt’s role and predicting limited acclaim from reform critics.
The speaker warns of sleepless nights and fretful days as shouting threats and possible arrests ripple through the area. Tenants may move out, for sale placards appear, property values fall, and the neighborhood gains a bad name. Police and sponsors may wonder at inaction.
The Republicaan plan for a large tariff commission draws little enthusiasm from reformists and even standpatters hesitate until after the election. Critics fear the move hides true tariff reform as Republicans plan higher rates. They warn only a Democratic Congress and President would enact genuine reform and sign such a bill.
The Republican National Committee faces duties to rule on contests and assemble a temporary convention roll and officers. The full convention can override its report, and discord within factions is anticipated. Democrats watch the intra party rifts with cautious optimism about eventual agreement.
The Madisonian denounces the Helena Record for allegedly predicting Democratic strategy since January and argues the paper should name a Republican gubernatorial candidate. It claims the Record withholds a clear standard bearer while its readers seek a GOP choice for Montana offices.
Governor Toole departs Helena for a southern journey, to return as a private citizen. He will visit Seattle Portland and San Francisco before several months away. Acting Gov Norris will govern from Dillon until move to Helena on April 1, with Arbor Day proclamation set for April 21.
The proclamation designates the third Tuesday in April as Arbor Day to plant trees and beautify public spaces. It urges teachers to educate pupils on tree planting, cites parks and streets as inspiration, and calls for careful selection and care of trees to foster beauty and moral influence. Done at Helena February 10, 1908.
Dr W C Orr met Major H Allen in Gardiner to discuss government purchase of 100 cavalry horses. Government offered 160 per head for straight colored horses weighing 950 to 1100 pounds and 15 to 15 3 4 hands high. Major will inspect suitable parcels from small owners upon notice.
Dillon Coal and Transfer Co. offers coal, wood and kindling with general transfers. Orders can be left at the Fair store or by phone at number 35X. The Examiner handles fine job work.
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