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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1894
Page
4
Townsend publication enters its fifth year of existence as editor John R. Stout pledges growth and improvement. The column reflects on Grover Cleveland era policies, national finances, and support for curfew traditions in western cities.
The Wardner Idaho mines likely will shut down indefinitely amid ongoing trouble from an unspecified source. The officials decline to discuss the matter, noting each man should hold his own private opinion.
Gen W H Gibson burial in Tiffin Ohio marked by G A R ritual salute with Governor McKinley and staff in attendance. Hershfield case in Fargo stirs public opinion and threats of violence persist. Helena gambler Joseph Bee testifies he was bribed to perjure himself. Japanese troops shown as efficient and bold in clashes with Chinese forces.
New enterprises spring up around Townsend with new mines discoveries and mills. Despite winter the district’s prospects appear brighter than ever.
The daily arrival of large quantities of wheat for shipment or storage highlights the valley’s abundant harvests and suggests a promising opening for an enterprising mill operator.
In about six weeks the Montana legislature will reconvene and the question arises whether the full session will be consumed by the election of a single U S Senator.
The present condition of Turkey indicates an immense falling away from its former standing, signaling a notable shift in its international or domestic position.
A Salt Lake Tribune column argues for a united free silver policy and a common silver mint among North America and Asia to fund the China and Japan war effort. It urges Russia to join and notes political pressure from pro silver advocates as March approaches.
A Bystander notice in Butte playfully pairs unusual roles with objects and tasks. The poetic list links a series of ironic or whimsical trades to solve everyday or imagined problems, ending with a tongue in cheek note about the source.
Odd pieces of china ware can be procured at A M D Arcy and Co. Clarence McKain attended the Bi Metallic dance from Hel ena. Woods Jewelry Store features silverware watches clocks and jewelry. Tim McCarthy left for the Springs to attend a suit. Rev Guiler vacationed and reports a royal time near Avalanche. New goods arriving daily at Woods Jewelry. Queen Bee Mining plans extensive work and new hires in Townsend with its gold property role in the St Louis district.
Helena reports describe Jack Toole’s road house near Broadwater destroyed by fire during the city celebration. George Dunne of Popular clocks an 80 mile ride in 6 hours 25 minutes, while Robert Coulter ends his life on Sun River. Northern Pacific officials plan to unify Montana branch receivers with the main line.
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