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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1898
Page
2
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G T Paul, chairman of the Fourth of July executive committee, reports strong volunteer response and ample funds for a large bowery near the band stand for talks, singing, and a basket dinner. A fantastic parade and a major fireworks display are planned, with experienced pyrotechnics to ensure a memorable national holiday in Beaverhead County. The Trieme will update on committee progress as Dillon prepares for an impressive celebration.
Montana locals urge repairing the Blacktail to Henrys Lake route to boost Yellowstone Park access from Dillon. Bozeman plans a stage line to the Park with others favoring the Blacktail route for its potential to draw tourists and revenue, noting Park traffic has fueled Livingston’s growth.
Big stock cattle purchases by H. J. Toomey, noted Idaho cattleman, in the Montana border region. T. M. Selway reports $29.00 per head for his cattle. E. W. Slack sold his band to the same buyer, who is expected to ship them to Idaho.
In Helena last week trustees recalled Rev G C Stull who resigned the storate of the Methodi 0 Billings to become chaplain of the first Montana regiment. Resolutions praised his service and wished him health usefulness and safe return to duty.
New designs feature more small pieces for gifts with $3.00 Olive Dish, $5.00 seven inch Dish, and $7.00 Berry Bowl. Lisply emphasizes clear glass, sharp cuts and brilliant polish as world leading qualities.
Washington officials say Shafter may have reached Santiago though no confirmation exists. The Dauntless brought latest word to Kingston as of Sunday night. General Garcia was brought aboard the New York Sunday for a conference with Sampson. All feasible steps are complete and awaiting the troops.
In the Senate a motion to adjourn presented by opponents of annexation was defeated 45 to 16. Annexation seems assured as soon as the debate closes.
Hone Kona June 21 reports the first Manila expedition is believed to have arrived yesterday. The Cruiser Baltimore departed Manila on Friday to meet them.
Advices from Marseilles confirm Camara's fleet has reached Cadiz after a voyage marked by the loss of one vessel. The damaged ship was towed to port after being severely disabled at sea.
The British Consul at Santiago wires that Hobson and his men were not injured during the recent bombardment. The message arrived in Washington on June 21.
A dispatch from Admiral Sampson states the entire Shafter expedition arrived off Santiago yesterday. All aboard are well and in high spirits as transports from Tampa bring the soldier boys, creating tremendous enthusiasm in the fleet.
General Duffield's brigade of 3000 men at Camp Alger is ordered to Fort Monroe at once to embark for Santiago, with immediate movement to the port and shipment underway.
The executive committee appeals to farmers and out of town residents near the track to assist in moving the crowd from town to the race track on the Fourth. They earnestly request cooperation to make the celebration a success.
The House passes a bill for post offices at military posts. Senate considers franking for Army and Navy in the Spanish War. Lacy bill would allow field volunteers to vote for Congress members. Pacific railroad amendment seeks a commission to settle civil debt. Faulkner proposes two matrons per volunteer regiment to care for clothing and sanitation. Homesteader war time credit provision passes. Grover Cleveland described as now real.
The Montana economy shows broad gains with mining copper gold and other minerals rising in value while ranching wool and cattle enjoy better prices. Domestic demand and favorable policy bolster a nationwide prosperity, contrasting with Democratic critique of Montana politics and administration.
The Montana Republicans show varied views on the national party stance on silver. Some favor aligning with national silver policy while others resist, arguing that Republican governance has produced better results than democracy and silver.
The piece notes the Democrats praise the Republicans both for fiscal policy and wartime conduct. It argues that Democratic confidence in McKinley’s ability to fund government without bonds signals bipartisan support and hints at a 1900 Republican nomination consensus.
The outlook holds that the nation will largely support the administration in the war effort while other issues fade. The Vesuvius dynamite cruiser is seen as a potentially decisive factor, comparable to the Monitor in the Civil War, but with far greater destructive power.
The piece argues the United States has shifted from a weak trade position to a rising global power. It notes Spain underestimates U S ability, claims a coming conquest of Spain, and cites trade figures showing improvement from 1893 to 1897 under McKinley era policies. It questions Republican fulfillment of promises and asks readers to consider the growing economic strength.
The text argues for Cuban independence leading to annexation by the United States. It predicts stable peace, thriving industry and trade under Anglo-American influence, and a large migration of enterprising Americans to Cuba, transforming it into another U.S. commonwealth.
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