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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1894
Page
2
The notice lists Priday Evening price of 9 years in advance and 2.00 in advance, monthly rates at 1.00 per inch, Townsend Post Office entry as second class, published Fridays. It also shows latest metal quotations: silver 66, copper 9.12, lead 3.15.
A letter decries Pullman company abuses against former workers, warning that legalized robbery and corporate power threaten democracy. It calls for swift laws to curb corporate tyranny and protect labor, arguing Americans must resist oppressive practices and safeguard national institutions.
The Big Timber Pioneer argues Park county’s twenty mile tax levy tests the idea that small counties cost taxpayers less than large ones. It cites Gallatin at eleven mills, Yellowstone reducing from 23 to 11 mills after growth, Meagher at 22 mills, and Valley dropping from 77 to 17 mills, concluding large counties demand larger levies while small counties stay cheaper.
The piece argues Helena and Anaconda Butte are treated as one city by the press and suggests comparing criminal records to decide which area deserves blame. It notes Anaconda as smaller yet with a record that could outshine larger rivals.
The New York coup convention defeated a resolution to submit a separate amendment granting women the ballot by 97 to 68. Llitiu Root urged against it, stating suffrage would be bad for women and the state, while suffragists vow to renew their fight in other fields.
The document lists reductions by percentages for items such as tainted china plain china bottles plate glass iron ore iron and steel bar iron steel rails hand saws screws pins casks rice cotton cloth woolen yarns woolen shawls blankets wool hats flannels silk goods dolls toys bituminous coat hair cloth boots and shoes Indian rubber manufacturers. These figures show the percent reduction rather than duty amounts.
A Great Falls query notes Anaconda pays 50 cents a day less than Butte for similar work and accuses the company of wielding unchecked power over laborers. The Helena Independent cites labor suppression as a factor and points to a white white foreign corporation backing wage decisions.
The Helena capital committee plans an excursion to Anaconda for western Montana residents leaving tomorrow morning. The Missoulian notes Helena’s inefficiency as a meeting place for large legislative gatherings would be evident and the move would promote Helena.
The strongest anti-suffrage argument arises in North Dakota where Miss Bates, a candidate for state superintendent of schools, would marry her opponent to secure nomination and appoint him deputy. The move sparks alarm over matrimonial and political log-rolling.
Tur pioneers of Madison county plan a monument to William Fairweather the die coverer of Alderguich. They have issued subscription bids asking parties across the county to gather fifty cent donations to purchase land for the grave marker.
The Dillon Tribune notes that Senator Hixt's bill to exclude and deport alien anarchists is likely to become law and calls it one of the best measures of this congressional session.
Tris reports the Winchester Arms company sold 26 000 revolvers to private citizens in Japan. The remark notes a poor foreign war that helps the Yankee man very little.
The Independent notes Daly did not use Pullman style starvation to force terms on strikers. It warns that future actions may differ if pressures escalate.
Hon. Jens M. Evans and Hon. W.C. Murphy are named as register and receiver respectively for the United States land office at Missoula in an official appointment.
A bystander reports Trinity stvex miners were overcome by smoke during a Sunday coal mine fire in Franklin Washington. The incident underscores dangerous conditions amid the blaze and ongoing rescue efforts.
A New Idea notes speculation that the Democratic delegates may withhold endorsement for Robert Burns Smith at the upcoming state convention, signaling possible internal dissent or a contested race.
A Helena eagle earns the nickname Bob Smith from the Great Falls Leader for its unusually graceful flops. The lighthearted designation highlights the bird's comic display near the city.
The Missoulian notes a reader question asking what the representative stands for or represents in policy or role. The item frames a clarity request about the duties and authority of a provided representative.
The Helena Herald prints Joaquin Miller's Montana tribute praising the state and a funeral address for Judge Weston. The document recalls Montana's cradle of history and emphasizes duty, conscience, and virtue, urging readers to live honorably as the community mourns.
Historian notes Torres and Carl achieve rare renown for distinctive traits. Miner’s quip frames their instant fame as a curious historical moment.
Ben Lethlean visits from Jeffer son bar digs with claims of millions. Mable Clackstone visits town. Parker of Boulder and Wood of Elkhorn seek assessor and Hammell of Boulder seeks sheriff. Mrs. Willson improves. Sam Hyde and Sam Perce move in. Gold Leaf Mining ore net 85 per ton sent to East Adena. Peddlers face license fee. Judge Ritchart enforces. Whooping cough mild. Valley employs 100 laborers. 30 miners nearby. Primaries yield delegates Love and Myres for representative and treasurer. Wanted: sober blacksmith and physician. Three weddings expected in September. Pool offers Mr Smxcrr subscriptions. SUNFLOWER.
The Belgian inquiry reports 49 619 Brussels families on Dec 31 1890. 19 284 of them workers. There are 19 594 houses housing 165 168 people. 4 691 working class homes, 195 lodging houses, 3 436 business sites. Average room rent is 1 11.68 francs. daily wage 8 francs. Many families rely on charity. housing varies from one to five rooms with garrets and cellars used.
Correspondence solicited at this office invites readers to send non sensational news from surrounding towns and camps. Contributors should sign with real names to show good faith and ensure publication.
Vincent J. Barkl of Danbury Iowa says he uses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for five years and it always helps him. He recommends Chamberlain's to anyone asking for a cough medicine and notes it is available in bottles from J R Weston.
Co owner John Galvin states under Section 2324 of the Revised States that he has spent 300 dollars in labor on twenty acres of placer mining ground along Indian Creek near Townsend Jefferson County Montana for the years 1891 1892 1893. Co owner John Bowes and heirs must contribute 100 dollars within ninety days of service or their interest will be forfeited to Galvin per Section 2524 of the Revised States. First publication June 8 2004.
The Board of Trustees on August 16, 1804 decided to charge a seven dollar fifty cent tuition for all children outside the district. Payment in advance required. no outside scholars enrolled until paid. A transfer of apportionment for attending students will substitute for the fee. FE Goopmas, Clerk.
The N P R R offers a round trip fare to Kelena from Aug 24 to Sep 1 with return validity to Sep 3. Extra excursion trains run from Butte on Aug 26 at 7:00 and 7:30 a.m. via Townsend, with returns Helena at 7:00 and 11:00 p.m. Also an Aug 24 Glendive to Townsend excursion departs 6:00 p.m. under agent C A Wutwere.
The Montana Star College announces opening on September 19 with courses in Agriculture Applied Science Ladies' Course Business Music and the Academy. Tuition for all courses except music is ten dollars. Catalogues may be obtained from Rev James Reid President Bozeman Montana.
The new owner F I Hier reveals he has purchased the business goodwill stock tools and machinery of Gillogly & Herbers and will continue blacksmithing wagon making and agricultural implements at the old stand with first class work and prompt service. Gillogly and Herbers will keep operating at their old locations.
Gov Rickards proclaims September 3 as Labor Day urging citizens to abstain from work and observe the legal holiday to honor labor and Montana’s mining and manufacturing roots and civic prosperity.
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