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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1895
Page
5
Townsend residents report social visits and renovations as town readies for the Fourth. Births, illnesses, and business moves intertwine with preparations for a large holiday celebration and race events. A major train wreck near town is noted, with crop growth and new railroad contracts shaping nearby prosperity.
A white faced horse branded MK on the right hip with both right feet white is missing or lost. Anyone sighting the horse is asked to leave a word at the M K Parsonage Townsend. Also note the Methodist Episcopal Church Children day service is Sunday June 30 with morning preaching and an evening program Golden Gate by children and young people.
The Indian Creek diggings are booming with five hydraulic pipes in operation. Dan Callahan Jim Long and Raymond work the Callahan diggings described as the best ground, while Meanor and Smith tend the old Murray diggings. Joe McElroy sits idle yet owns the old creek channel and may restart anytime. Maxwell Moore Wine and Maxwell Jr with John Murray at stroke car and Bill Vener as coxswain push the lower claim toward golden success before autumn.
Reading of the Declaration and oration, singing, recitations, and instrumental music mark the celebration. Pony, sack, and potato races entertain attendees at Johnson's grove followed by a grand ball in the public hall at Diamond City. Everyone is invited to attend.
A collection of local notices promotes P J Meloy's Tower of Gold cigars and Diamond Crown brand. W T Hazelton advertises decorative paints enamels and window shades. J W Schaal sells hams bacon and meats while Berg Bros. showcases spring wagons buggies binders and mowers. Parks Sure Cure is advertised with medical claims by W E Tierney Co.
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