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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1904
Page
4
The Official Paper of Beaverhead County lists editors F. C. Kress and E. L. Poindexter with Dillon Montana imprint. It notes publication every Wednesday, second-class matter status, and annual subscription price of two dollars in advance.
The Dillon Examiner claims voter tallies in Silver Bow county show a large discrepancy between total ballots cast and votes counted for several offices on the November ballot. It urges a thorough investigation and recount to locate responsibility for what it calls an election irregularity impacting the Democratic state ticket.
The article notes a near certainty that Oregon Short Line will soon build a commodial permanent modern passenger depot in Dillon. It argues the facility will meet long standing needs, add conveniences, and enhance the town’s growth and architectural appeal as Dillon moves beyond its village status.
Chairman Mantle of the Republican state committee asserts Edwin Norris will win the lieutenant governorship with a large plurality, based on last Thursday's momentum and Norris’s proven running ability and popularity. The canvass is pending final official totals.
Montana delivered a strong mandate for Roosevelt with a margin around 11,000 and re elected Governor Toole by over 8,000. The ranchers and miners supported Toole reflecting public confidence in his integrity and leadership. Voters showed continued trust in Toole as November 8 results underscored broad Montana backing.
Statistica just released figures showing the United States government employs about 270000 people for a nation of roughly 80000000 inhabitants. The data implies one government employee per 291 residents, excluding the Philippines and Porto Rico in the calculation.
A New York gambler earned a million dollars in real estate while serving time in the penitentiary. The tale highlights a remarkable money making instinct developed during confinement.
W R Hearst argues the trust issue should lead the Democratic party through the next campaign. He calls for the party to attack misgovernment by trusts and to present a clear, united stance. He blames past leadership for fear of trusts and warns another party could fill the gap if Democrats fail. The piece notes a fire department equipment update and plans for a hose-drying tower.
After a calm election, local business outlook improves in Dillon and Beaverhead county. The Examiner notes less campaigning tension, predicts continued farmer prosperity, and urges merchants to use the paper as the best local advertising medium for growth this holiday season.
Reverend Doctor Gwynne, pastor of the Presbyterian church of Anaconda for three years, announced his resignation this morning. The congregation, regretful, refused to accept it but he plans to leave by the end of December if arrangements for a successor are made. He and his family came from Dillon three years ago and 200 new members joined during his pastorate.
Rumors say the Short Line will discontinue its double train service on the Butte to Salt Lake route soon. The midnight northbound and early morning southbound trains are likely to be removed with a new schedule next Sunday. A through train from Butte to Los Angeles may follow once the San Pedro road is completed.
The Treble Clef Club, a new musical group, will perform its first concert on December 2 at the Dillon Theatre. Pianist Mrs Klan MacPhereon is the lead soloist with violinist Miss Mary Carroll also appearing.
The Dillon fire department responded quickly to a blaze at a woodshed behind James Conger’s Railroad Avenue residence. Despite limited apparatus, the first run was handled with high skill and promptness, with every available member turning out within minutes. The fire was caused by the over- (text cut off).
A letter from Dr S W Miller an osteopath taken to Missouri for trial on seduction shows a venue change and a ten day postponement. Prosecution notes the key witness cannot be located and the delay aims to locate her. Local friends believe the case resembles blackmail and Miller plans to return to Dillon to resume practice once resolved.
County Superintendent Mae Rich arranges the annual teachers institute at the Normal College training zoo on November 21 22 and 23. Prominent instructors from the State Normal College and local high school join in a full program with 9 am sessions and 1 30 pm lectures plus a Tuesday evening musical program.
Francis Harrison is ill this week and several visits and events fill the school week. The boys’ basketball team beat the town team Friday night and the girls’ association held a lively meeting. A long list of real estate and mining deeds, warrants, quit claims, and patents from Wisdom, Jackson, and nearby areas is recorded, including multiple properties and values. Also noted are district visits by county superintendent May Rich and others, plus upcoming events and notices involving local clubs and the Buttinski Confederation.
Public notice announces sale or promotion of the General Greene cigar and LaAzora at George Kunzman on Bannack Street. Kunzman serves as a dealer for LaAzora in Dilton.
Citizens complain as cattle roam freely in southern Dillon yards and along fences. An ordinance bans running at large, and officials can stop the nuisance without maintaining a city cow pasture.
The county commissioners began the official canvass of election returns this afternoon with Commissioner McKnight acting in chair. Assessor Beardsley and County Treasurer Stevenson stood in for absent members. The process is about half complete and shows few changes from the initial counts. With large majorities for all elected candidates, small discrepancies cannot affect the results. Official returns will be published next week.
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