Dillon County Tax Debate Claims Republican Savings
The Dillon Examiner accuses the paper of deception while arguing the Republican county board reduced taxes versus Democratic administrations. It cites 1905–1908 levy figures, noting lower overall rates under the Republican boards and a growing school and road levy, with a projected cash balance of about 30,839 dollars for December 1.
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Board of County Commissioners
Dillon Examiner of the 21St
Emerson Hill
Board of Commissioners
Dillon
County Treasurer Urges Payment on Registered Beaverhead Warrants
Public notice signed by County Treasurer Cashmore urges holders to present registered Beaverhead warrants for payment on November 20, 1908. Interest will cease after that date. The notice promotes Republican county leadership and fiscal stewardship, arguing that taxes are being paid rapidly and pledging conservative, cost-saving governance under Clay Patterson.
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the Tribune
Cashmore
Beaverhead County
Republican Board of County Commissioners
Cadmore
Clay Patterson
Senator Donlan Visits Dillon Ahead of Montana Election
Senator Edward Donlan visited Dillon last evening invited by the Taft and Sherman club. He arrived on the night train to a welcome by the Dillon brass band and local Republicans, spoke briefly at the Taft and Sherman headquarters about general campaign issues, and drew a large audience without delivering a campaign speech.
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Edward Donlan
Montana
Dillon
Taft and Sherman Club
Donlan
Dillon Brass Band
Mr. Donlan
Metlen
Burfield
Vote for Him Seen as Path to Prosperity
The article lauds Mr Donlan for his earnest, convincing speech and friendly, hospitable nature. It notes his quiet expressions influenced many votes and mentions general courtesy from attendees. It also warns Salt River may flood after next Tuesday unless Bryan is not elected, and argues political remarks are timely in a presidential election.
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Mr. Donlan
Salt River
Bryan
Sugar Beets Test High in Beaverhead Valley
Tests of sugar beets from the Beaverhead valley show some samples reaching very high levels while others lag. George R. Featherly, president of the Beaverhead Sugar Beet association, notes that unripe beets may rise in quality with ripening. Instructions are issued for digging topping and loading, listing available beet diggers and crews operating near Dillon.
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Beaverhead
George R. Featherly
Featherly
Beaverhead Ranch Company
Dillon
J. W. Watson’s
Peter C. Peterson
Martin Sorenson
Wm. Kline
Emerick Bros
Jens H. Christenson
Markus Staudaker
Joe Heavy
Geo. Rebich
Joy Butala
Mike Rebich
Paul Shultz
J. W. Ewing
Elza Smith
S. A. Banning
A. 5
Republican Rally Urges Vote For Progress and Prosperity
The message calls on voters to support the Republican ticket led by Taft and Roosevelt era ideals. It praises the party’s record, endorses Governor candidate Edward Donlan, and highlights candidates for the state senate E O Selway and house Frank Eliel T J Murray. Beaverhead County Republicans urge clean campaigning and voter confidence.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Republican Party
William Howard Taft
Edward Donlan
State Senate
E. O. Selway
Senate
Frank Eliel
T. J. Murray
House
Helena
Republican County Central Committee
Jett
Beaverhead Cou
We Oppose Gov Norris for Forestry Policy Change
This paper denounces opponents of Gov Edwin Norris while praising his character. It argues the forest reserve program benefits Beaverhead County through federal spending, roads, schools, and rangers, and warns that state control would raise taxes and harm local interests. The Tribune endorses defeating Norris to protect the county.
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Edwin Norris
Norris
Democratic Party
Gov. Norris
Forest Reserve
Gov. Hortis
National Forest
Beaverhead County
United States
Tribune
Norks
Insurance firms weigh Bryan election risk on wool market
Silberman Brothers, a Chicago wool firm handling 25 million pounds yearly, offered a 100000 policy payable on Bryan's victory and a 10000 premium, arguing a Democratic win would depress wool demand and prices. Executives said the move is a business hedge against anticipated market slump if Bryan defeats Taft.
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William Jennings Bryan
Chicago
Silberman Brothers
Bryan
William Howard Taft
Sage
Fairview
S.silberman
Byron
Taft
County Commissioner Candidate Emphasizes Local Ties
The piece argues county commissioners must reside among voters in Beaverhead County. It endorses H. C. Patterson as a man of sterling character and business judgment, while questioning whether Democratic candidate Hill will spend time in the county due to Idaho business interests.
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Beaverhead County
H. C. Patterson
Mr. Hill
Idaho
Judge Lew L Callaway Honored For Court Dignity
The text praises Judge Lew L Callaway for courteous, fair conduct on the bench and notes that his administration of district court affairs has been satisfactory. It states Democrats and Republicans alike commend his performance and honors his service without naming any opponent.
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Lew.l. Callaway
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Concern
Grover Cleveland
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