Montana Notes And Notices From The Local Press
Official paper items report on President Harrison's potential 1892 renomination, Helena electric railroad plans, the Butte Real Estate Chronicle venture, political rivalries between Sanders Power and Judge Davis heirs, Cleveland and Dana sparring, the Helena Herald reporter Van Fisk’s death, Carter's bill to equalize Montana district attorney and marshal fees, and a Dillon Post Office building proposal with location debates.
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Carter
Montana
United States District Attorney
City council moves to open streets across railroad
Editor urges immediate city action to open several streets across the railroad and to enact fire protection measures. The piece warns current risks deter insurers and capital, urging protections to attract investment and spur growth amid past fire damages and unsafe conditions.
City Fire Losses Spur Call for Protection and Volunteers
The Sebrees Ferris and White lumber house housed a cart then thieves broke doors and took it away. Axes lanterns and other tools were found in the city and ladders were moved to blocks away. The writer urges a proper storage place and stronger fire protection or a hand engine with hose and volunteers to combat the risk.
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Sebrees Ferris & White Company
The Fire Limit Ordinance in Dillon City
An analysis of Dillon’s unrepealed fire limit ordinance outlines the defined block area and strict construction rules for buildings within it. It details wall materials, spacing, roof coverings, and prohibitions on wooden structures, plus penalties and enforcement powers, arguing whether the ordinance is enforceable.
City Fire Ordinance Faces Enforcement Test
Citizens circulate petitions to allow building within fire limits using wood while the ordinance is rigid and unenforced. The city council must decide whether to enforce this rule to the letter or risk repeal or amendment as past buildings have been built removed or repaired contrary to the provisions.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Cures Severe White Swelling Case
A seven year old boy with a leg deformity from a white swelling improves after Hood's Sarsaparilla. Discharge from the wound lessens, the leg straightens, and he regains full use. Testimony from Joan L McMurkay, Ravenswood, WV, endorses the remedy priced at $1 base, six for $5.
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Hood
Cincinnati
Joan L. McMurkay
Notary Public
Ravenswood
W. Va
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McCune
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Lowell
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