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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1898
Page
2
To insure mail dispatch, deposits must be made at the Post Office. East train No 2 at 8 20 p m West train No 1b at 8 00 a m. General delivery hours 7 50 a m to 8 00 p m Sunday 8 00 to 10 00 a m Son y onder and registry 5 a m to 6 p m E B Romig Postmaster.
After two months a large mobilization is underway with about 165000 armed and equipped volunteers of 200000 and 15000 of 35000 regulars enlisted. Training is ongoing for Cuba and Porto Rico campaigns and the navy shows enhanced efficiency while national unity grows. The US Franc e reciprocity treaty aims to ease trade, though American tourism and purchases in France have fallen.
The report that William IT would aid Spain against the United States is dismissed as unfounded. The author argues Germany has no motive to favor Spain over the U S and notes past Caroline Island events bring Germany closer to Spain than to the U S, while Germany already faces broader troubles.
The Star's claimed sincerity in serving the public weal and its magnanimous pledge to protect the taxpayer are recorded in the district court files.
A concise note claims Hawaii was annexed while the Philippines remained part of a broader territorial agenda. The statement emphasizes a retained colonial objective and the tension between expansionist aims and regional governance.
Hatch and Campbell sue Broadwater County for 144 dollars claiming the balance due for publishing the official statement of cancelled warrants audited by the board of county commissioners and part of the minutes of proceedings under a contract requiring free publication of commissioners proceedings official statements and other necessary publications.
The report describes Shafter advancing on Santiago as lines tighten around the doomed city. It notes expectations of a longer war than initially forecast, with impact on Spain. It also reports unexpectedly good health among American troops in Cuban waters.
New York faces road law troubles as a good roads bill requires the state to cover 50 percent of project costs. The remainder falls to counties, with property owners paying 35 percent of the county share if they petition for improvements, or 15 percent if the county leads.
The voluntary wage restoration by the Northern Pacific to pre 1894 levels signals improved earnings for the road. Railroads mirror national business conditions, and profitable times should reduce labor disputes as companies show a willingness to share profits with employees.
The piece argues foreign sneers at the United States fade as American troops prove unmatched courage. It asserts Spain lacks the personal quality and resources to compete, claiming the moment reveals American readiness.
The quotation recalls Macaulay’s 19th century warning that to understand morbid state governance one should study Spain. The text notes Spain has grown feebler over the years since those words were written, implying sustained decline.
A Pittsburg attorney once billed $12,000 on a $250,000 case after a New York appearance. The iron manufacturer balked at the charge but eventually paid. The anecdote illustrates lawyers charging high fees and the claim that some never sue clients.
The Spectator notes that a cat’s pleasurably emotional sound lacks purpose beyond satisfaction. It contrasts with the common chukle and ear movements, while noting mews when bored or hungry and a soft plea for food when very hungry.
District court order in Meagher County Montana directs private cash sale of all Thomas J A Fletcher estate interests. Real property located in Broadwater County described as Lot 1 2 5 4 5 and NFigg NW 4 Sec 14 T?S R?E with about 177 acres. 10 percent deposit due day of sale, balance on court confirmation. Administrator O L Murray dates July 6 1898 first published July 14.
Land Office at Helena Montana gives notice that settler WS Thompson has filed for final proof on land NEY NEY Nip NS W 4 see 32 Two 7 N R38 B. Proof will be made before George Lampton clerk at Townsend on July 25 1898. Witnesses: John Kardon Vern Lewis Geo Ballard John Lewin. Objections or reasons to disallow must be presented at the time and place. George Greene Registrar.
Satisfactory service to Omaha Kansas City St Louis Chicago and all eastern cities praised for clean bright cars fast time direct routes via Billings St Paul and Denver. Tickets available at offices of connecting lines. H F Ruger passenger agent Helena Mont H B Segur commissioner agent Billings
A fragment asserts that the best quality equals the best value and that it can always be found at a given source. The line emphasizes consistent quality as the measure of value.
Citizens united in support of the war approve the need for extra taxes. Officials claim the levy will be adjusted so that the burden on a 70,000,000 population remains manageable.
The Star’s push to take a formal political position appears driven by a desire to secure benefits from Townsend’s political machine, signaling alignment to gain influence and patronage.
The document lists plaintiffs including A Birney Thomas B. McPherson and Angus McQueen in a civil matter.
A public remark notes many veterans of governance outshine the president in understanding state matters. The comment highlights experienced voices amid current administration debates.
The Spanish Armada of 130 ships carried 3 165 cannons and 8 766 sailors with 2 088 galley slaves and 21 855 soldiers plus 1 355 volunteers and 150 monks. It is claimed a gallon of milk yields three pounds of condensed article.
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