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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1898
Page
2
An entry from the Downsend Messenger dated July 7 1898 notes a local matter reported in Tavrs Bay Evening. The brief item reflects a regional news snippet typical of late 19th century small town papers.
Toinure the diapatch of mail for a few points email deposits must be in the Post Office. West train No 2 leaves at 8 40 p m and East train No 1 at 8 0 p m. White Springs Castle Hassel stop at 8 00 p m. General delivery 7 40 a m to 8 00 p m Sunday 9 a m to 12 1 p m. Money order and registry from 8 a m to 6 p m. Postmaster KL ROMIG announces.
The July 1 rollout of a new war revenue law shifts taxation to business users of bank notes drafts bills of lading and telegraph services while liquor and tobacco buyers contribute. The piece urges collective patriotism, comparing current sacrifices to the heroism shown at Santiago and urging national support beyond monetary cost.
The author argues against further territory, noting Spain lacks silver or gold and criticizing paper currency. They say holding islands drains revenue and taxes would prolong debt, so indemnity depends on expansion. They praise a peacetime navy and larger army, claim U S and England own most coal, and imply coal underpins sea power.
The Madrid government signals belief that American reinforcements moving toward Manila are not being sent merely for show and emphasizes intent to support action in the region.
Dispatches claim the Cadiz fleet is really moving and the navy will ensure it is accurately located.
The article notes that people nationwide felt a sense of pride and celebrated the Fourth of July as an expression of American citizenship. Neighborhoods and public spaces hosted small gatherings, parades, and fireworks to honor the holiday.
The passage questions what Spain means by an honorable peace asking if any peace granted after Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines are ceded could be called honorable The text suggests the U S would have to accept Spain's terms and disputes their judgment on honor in peace.
Twenty thousand men are enlisted in the United States navy and the number will go to 35,000 if the war continues. Spain has about 2,200 sailors on this side and they wish they were home.
The nation plans the largest wheat crop in its history as it continues a dominant harvest year. Government forecasts and farm reports point to unprecedented yields across major wheat regions.
The speaker argues against meddling in Asiatic lands while asserting a stronger patriotism for Germany. Bismark’s logic is questioned though devotion to the nation remains clear.
A humorous compilation of Mark Twain style job guidance and the gradual rise of a reporter through self initiative. It includes steps to apply without recommendations, work for free, report news, and endure editing while climbing to the city editor's staff. Also notes Newfoundland cod fisheries and debt payment adages.
The article notes that about 50 000 square miles of western Canada have been surveyed using photography, a scale unmatched elsewhere. It explains two main failures: lack of descriptive geometry and perspective, and difficulty in handling equipment and producing suitable negatives. It describes technical fixes and the advantages for mapping terrain and elevations.
The land holder sertier has filed for final proof on his claim. Proof is set for July 25, 1898 before Geo Lambert in Townsend Montana. W. S. THOMPSON is the claimant attorney for the N E ¼ N W ¼ section 32 township range 3 east. Witnesses John Bardon Vern Lewis Geo Ballard John Lewin all of Townsend Montana. Protest or reason to deny proof may be presented at the time and place for cross examination and rebuttal. GRORGED GREENE Register
In the notice cars are described as clean and bright with fast times and direct routes to eastern cities including Billings and Denver. Dining car service is praised as the finest in the country. Tickets available at connecting line offices in Helena and Billings with agents named.
A brief line notes that the best quality is the best value and can always be had at the advertised source. It emphasizes quality and value as ongoing assurances.
A Detroit Free Press excerpt notes a lively widow advising a young heiress on romance. She explains manipulating a partner by praising his strengths and letting him do for her, claiming it wins affection in nine of ten cases. The piece ends with unrelated trivia on burglar proof safes and sunflower pith being the lightest solid.
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