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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1900
Page
4
The Downsend Messenger reviews Rev Sheldon’s claim to run a paper as Jesus would do it, denounces the notion as vanity and religious bluff. It also covers Republican unity in Montana and critiques local politics, sheriff duties, and public spending debates.
The piece ridicules the county commissioners for sending Jack Mugford as valet to Mike Powers at Hunter's Hot Springs. It mocks Powers as living like royalty funded by all taxpayers, who support his whims with public funds and salaries.
A reader asks why the Star did not reveal the legal rights behind the county commissioners actions to sell lumber seized from the Toston bridge and whether the Radersburg jail sale sets a precedent to repeal statutes governing such matters. The letter urges clarification from Mr. Star.
It emphasizes taste in selecting jewelry over the piece itself and promises the latest creations. The ad touts watch repair, jewelry making, and engraving services with prompt attention for mail or express orders.
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