Irrigation legacy and railroad influence spark Montana debate
The piece argues Republicans claim credit for irrigation bills while Democrats led passage. it exposes Wells Fargo and Southern Pacific ties profiting from monopoly rights and extortionate rates. It urges Montana to elect a railroad commission, adopt direct primaries, and push referendum to curb corporate influence.
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Montana needs a railroad commission to protect the people
A Helena Press editorial argues Montana should adopt a Texas style railroad commission with broad powers to uncover and curb profiteering by railroads and express firms. It cites Texas’ court action reducing express rates by nine to ten percent and calls for stronger public oversight to prevent water stock dividends and enriched elites.
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Ironic Claim on National Irrigation Pioneers
The article critiques Senator Carter and Senator Fairbanks by citing historic remarks attributed to Governor Toole. It notes Toole’s 1888 efforts to secure irrigation funding, including a $250,000 Sundry Civil Bill amendment for surveys and national irrigation work in the western arid regions.
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Dixon campaign speech to defend record in Hamilton
Western News discusses Hon. Jos M Dixon Republican nominee for congress preparing a re election rally in Hamilton next Friday. The paper reviews his legislative acts including bills on Bitter Root timber title validation and Fort Missoula land, and opening Flathead Crow reservations, while noting criticisms from Ravalli county constituents about due process and the Anaconda Copper mining titles.
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