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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1926
Page
4
The piece criticizes the Republican administration for harming Montana farming and mining. It claims Mellon’s nullification of the Pittman act devastates silver producers and that the administration opposes the McNary-Haugen bill and any measure to raise agricultural prices, while manufacturing interests are favored.
John M. Evans, a Democratic candidate from Montana the First district, claims strong support as he faces hostile opposition in Congress. He argues that with Harry L. Mitchell from the Second district, Montana will be well represented by lawmakers aligned with western agriculture interests.
Beav erhead county native Frank B. Rife wants to run for the state legislature. A stockman with livestock company ties he aims to improve Beaverhead schools hold taxes low and boost local prosperity. He is described as a Democrat seeking public service and legislative action.
T. R. Marshall recalls Henry L. Meyers senior senator from Montana with pride. Meyers is praised for firm justice, unyielding principle, and a career defined by standing for what he believed, ending after two senate terms.
The Second district Democrats aided by thousands of Republicans plan to send Harry Mitchell to Washington to swell the Democratic majority in the House.
Democratic candidate Mae Sprinkle pledges support for county residents as county superintendent. She cites rural teaching experience and argues Beaverhead youths deserve first chance at local positions, aiming to keep qualified applicants within the county.
In 1873 Beaverhead county pioneer Wm. C. Orr, a Democrat, seeks sheriff. A former veterinarian and long-time deputy state veterinarian, he touts integrity, economy, and fair deputy selection. He emphasizes a clean livestock health record under his oversight and pledges courteous, impartial enforcement. Vote for Orr.
A well attended Lima meeting hosted Democratic candidates last Friday night. Short talks from many candidates preceded a dance session as the program concluded.
A lighthearted note suggests if many Democrats go canoing on November 2 along the Salt River they will be joined by substantial Republican presence, making a spirited outing with cross party company.
A civic appeal emphasizes every man and woman should vote on Tuesday in November to fulfill a duty and ensure honest efficient government at all levels. The notice urges participation to influence officers and prevention of criticism of administration.
Beaverbend county Democrats back James N. Mansfield of Grant for county commissioner. He is a rancher trained in local schools, bonds with county needs, especially roads, and earns praise for careful problem study and economy. Judge C. J. Comer campaigned in town, touted as honest and capable for the supreme bench.
A speaker urges voters to back the Democratic ticket amid debates on tariffs, the aluminum trust, and silver policy. The text attacks Republican leaders, praises farm labor parity, warns of chain stores, and predicts a landslide while stressing market restoration and wage equality for ranch and factory workers.
Annie F E Nelson Democrat longtime county resident and public administrator seeks a second term. Her husband Frank Nelson was a railway locomotive engineer and ranch owner in the county. The Nelson family has lived in Dillon and she earned election by a comfortable majority two years ago.
The article contrasts food with manufactured goods noting food demand is fixed by the number to be fed and cannot be increased by advertising or price cuts. Surpluses must be sold to nonproducers or wasted, while shortages raise prices sharply. Manufactured goods face unlimited demand and can grow with promotions.
Pat Phillips, Democratic candidate for justice of the peace, celebrates his twenty six years in service. He notes his early marriage to his first partner over a quarter of a century ago and affirms his duties as justice of the peace.
Voters in Beaverhead County hear a strong endorsement of George Metlen, a Democrat and graduate engineer, praised as an authority on bridges and roads. He has served as county surveyor and acted as secretary of the state highway commission, with a reputation for sound, feasible ideas and steel-bridge leadership.
Norah Connelley seeks Beaverhead County treasurer in the upcoming election. The candidate is a Dillon native educated locally with Montana Star Normal College training and teaching experience, and she previously served as deputy county treasurer in 1924 and 1925.
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