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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1898
Page
2
Rates set at $1.00 per inch per month for advertisements. Prospective advertisers urged to submit material six months in advance to ensure publication. Editorial proprietor G. KH BATON notes office policies and deadlines.
Postmaster announces mail deposition times for the Hast and West trains at 3 30 pm and 2 30 pm respectively. General delivery and Sunday hours run from 7 90 am to 10 00 pm with money order and registry services offered 7 4 to 6 pm.
The piece ponders Easter, the resurrection hope, and the season’s renewal. It links faith in future life with the awakening world, then shifts to praise for spring attire and women’s dress as signs of civilization and refinement.
The town has settled after Monday’s vote with Averill poised as an exemplary mayor. The defeated candidate is honored, though some opponents used lying and abuse. The piece urges forgiveness, renewal of neighborly ties, and placing the town’s welfare above petty quarrels.
Tecno clast editor W C Brann and Captain M T Davis fought a revolver duel on April 1. Both were wounded and died from their injuries. The incident stemmed from a dispute described as the affair growing out of a broader conflict.
The piece recalls Braan's literary genius and power in journalism and notes Capt. Davis resented a perceived reflection on his daughters. It comments on Brann's fatal error of pursuing personal warfare over constructive aims and honors the courage shown by Davis in defending his family.
The Townsend Star comments on populists and silver Republicans criticized as barnacles. It praises Broadwater county Democrats as united and strong, aligned with the Chicago platform and focused on current live issues. Ravalli Republican comments contextualize the political climate.
The Helena election proved a stunning result with a landslide for the Republican candidate. In Butte the Democratic party carried the vote single handed, and in Great Falls the fusion ticket prevailed. Overall, no definite conclusions can be drawn about fall party strength.
The Pope’s attempts to prevent hostilities between the United States and Spain are praised as commendable. The writer argues no gospel of peace can favor war and that war is a calamity or crime, to be used only as a last resort.
The register and receiver at Kalis pell report orders from the commissioner of the general land office. Public notice states the Blackfeet reservation will open to entry on April 15 to permit safe and convenient access despite weather. Anticipation of a rush into the new mineral rich country is noted.
A reflective note on political dialogue urging restraint and openness. It argues against heated partisanship and champions disagreement as a source of life and progress, urging tempering rhetoric while time can ease tensions.
Fragmentary ad listing grocery items includes Van Camps products, Eastern tomatoes, coffee, Acorn items, sour pickles, Labrador and Holland herrings, Limburger cheese, and a 10 cent price note. It hints at a breakfast feature with Shredded Wheat Biscuits and Plan branding.
A harsh description accuses a rival newspaper of spreading baneful influence and causing division among the town's progressive elements, highlighting local political tensions and press rivalry.
The saying Pride goeth before destruction is invoked as Spain prepares for a major setback. Analysts warn a haughty stance may precede a sharp decline in influence, economies, and status on the world stage.
A notable figure is elected mayor amid criticism focused solely on the campaign’s low tone. The group defends the winner’s integrity while lamenting the lack of civility in the race.
A philosophical inquiry into whether campaign pledges carry moral obligation. It weighs intent honesty and duty, contrasting political practicality with ethical duty. The piece analyzes scenarios where voters rely on commitments and the limits of political accountability.
Catherine Purcell applies April 11 in the District Court of the Niethbedhdel Dietriet County Lroadwater Montana for rights and privileges of a sole trader to operate a restaurant and boarding house and to sell goods from Townsend. Husband listed as Jarry Purcell. First publication March 5, 1848. Attorney E H Goodman represents petitioner.
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