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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1895
Page
4
The Dillon Examiner notes the Anaconda race meeting was successful and urges immediate work on Capitol site building. It argues Dillon should host an annual county fair, citing local facilities and minimal expenses for long term benefits, and suggests planning begins next year.
A garbled reminiscence describes a man who borrows paper to read, invents a smoke cooled dinner idea, and sits in church back pews to save on contributions. It humorously links him to a cousin known for delays and a barber tale about a soggy haircut mishap.
A Montana community debates the use of a public school building for a dance at the Lewis Tel Clarke County Institute. Clergymen and local leaders argue the event conflicts with public morals while some residents defend the school’s right to host social gatherings.
R E Said argues the Maryland convention did not endorse free coinage of silver. He notes Associated Press reports misread the proceedings and cites editor Desning pushing one silver plank, which was voted down in favor of a broader platform.
A jumble of late 19th century political gossip and international affairs notes in clipped remarks. Mentions McKinley tiring of office while McKinley era debates, Maryland likely to vote Democratic, Russia leading U S in wheat, and references to Reed Harrison and Quay. Mentions Arkansas bloomers law debate and grass paving in Norfolk Virginia.
The article critiques 19th century monetary policy debates, arguing bimetallism vs gold standard would shift global power toward England. It portrays American policy as influenced by English scholars and financial interests, warning that gold-backed money would sustain London's commercial supremacy and bind the US to British credit trusts.
Reports describe water sold by bucket from wagons in Butte, with regional commentary on Butte as a wealth producer. The Inter Mountain lambasts Eastern investors and praises Butte’s vigor, while River Press discusses county tax levy limits and common misimpressions. Hasin Pities highlights early Montana political nominations and a Silver Republican faction. Livingston Enterprise notes war department plans affecting posts at Helena and Port Missoula with garrison moves and territorial shifts.
Barfeind Bevand M. Chariton et al. enter default judgment for $701.88 damages plus $50 costs and $25.50 attorney fees. Foreclosure decrees signed. Estates of William Rourk Catherine Kennedy and W Frack Bond noted with claims and appraisers appointed. County jail inmates named for forgery and grand larceny awaiting trial. Coroner’s verdict on Ferry Meade. Distribution petition set for September 13. Amended complaint in Theiss & Karedi v Birt National Park of Detion. Depositions ordered in Washington and other states.
The County Commissioners discuss road petitions including Melatyn road and Pewes new road. Viewers and district road department must review and report on feasibility and costs. Treasurer Shanon’s quarterly report is reviewed and approved.
The Dolen schools reopened yesterday with a racine meeting. Attendance is expected to match last year as programs resume, including a high school literary society led by Erle Conger with Carrie Metlen as vice president and Hert Orr as secretary. Regular meetings will feature biographies and reviews. A new magazine titled Budget Scheed Gazette will be issued at literary events.
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