Free and Unlimited Coinage Push for Silver Dollar Restored
A radical call favors free coinage of silver at sixteen to one with gold and demands restoring the silver dollar as the monetary unit after 52 years, regardless of government action.
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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1896
Page
2
Candidate B W Badger for Clerk of the District Court
Announcement declares B W Badger as a candidate for Clerk of the District Court in Meagher Gallatin W L Holloway Bozeman Montana. It states the candidacy is independent of any convention and rests with the will of the people voting on the third of November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meagher-Gallatin
B. W. Badger
People's Silver Party Ticket Endorsed by The Messenger
The Messenger endorses the People's Silver Party slate for Meagher County in the upcoming November election. It opposes political rings and seeks nonpartisan county administration, urging free coinage of silver and asking readers to weigh consequences of party control. The ticket blends men from three parties aiming to serve all citizens without bias.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People’s Silver Party
Meather
Messenger
Meagher County
Ter Messencer
Meagher
McGibbon Praised for County Treasurer Candidacy
In voting for Geo. L. McGibbon for county treasurer there will be no mistake made, as he is a man of spotless reputation and splendid business qualifications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. L. McGibbon
Notable Oratorals Compared In Neihart Post
The Neihart Miner praises Jas. T. Anderson as an eloquent and able speaker, noting he stands nearly equal in eloquence and ability to Capt. Keogh of Townsend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neihart
Jas. T. Anderson
Capt. Keogh
Townsend
County Attorney Needs More Than Oratory Skill
The article notes qualifications for a county attorney include more than speaking ability. It compares A. C. Gormley to a mummy and mocks the idea that oratory alone suffices for public legal work.
Whipple Praised as Likely Mead County Legislator Candidate
A. Whipple, owner of valuable Meagher County property, is highlighted for his deep interest in local welfare and his qualifications to represent the county's business interests in the legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Whipple
Meagher
Hollo way Named Rising Montana Leader for Gallatin
W L Hollo way of Gallatin County gains recognition as a forthcoming prominent figure in Montana politics. His integrity and two years as county attorney have earned widespread approval and a reputation for careful judicial administration for Meagher and Gallatin counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
W. L. Holloway
Gallatin County
Meagher
Gallatin
G G Watt Declared A Model State Senate Candidate
The text presents G G Watt as a commendable State Senate candidate with flawless character strong education and a stated pledge to represent all county and state interests if elected.
People’s Silver Ticket Endorsed by Meagher County Voters
A call to voters to support the People’s Silver Ticket in the county election. It denounces “swell-heads” running county affairs and urges a mass popular vote to prove government of, by, and for all the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People’s Silver
Meagher
Nashua applauds Bryan after Yale riot insult
Nashua residents gave Bryan a grand ovation during his tour in New England. The hometown reception aimed to balance the insult from Yale college students in New Haven, while critics doubt the behavior reflects well on wealthy youths backing the silver candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashua
N. H
Bryan
Yale College
New Haven
New England
Connecticut
Yale
Culchaw
Alleghany Mountains
Associated Press
McKinley
Noman for Meagher County to Represent People in Legislature
Noman in Meagher County is considered fully competent to look after and represent its business interests in the state legislature. His years in large commercial and railroad offices provide thorough training, and his agreeable manner and clear speech promise faithful guarding of local interests if elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noman
Meagher County
C. A. Whipple
Baldwin enters race for county attorney in Meagher County
The Meagher County list of Montana pioneers includes Charles H. Baldwin well known for his broad friendships. Despite reluctance he agreed to run for county attorney after persistent urging by friends. He was nominated by the People's Silver Party without his knowledge. His election is viewed as likely due to his proven legal success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Meagher County
Charles H. Baldwin
Baldwin
People’s Silver Party
E J Sanford for Legislature Meagher County Candidate Bio
Meagher county voters have a strong choice in E J Sanford for the legislature. A Hanover College graduate and skilled public speaker, Sanford has resided in Montana sixteen years and helped operate two large silver mines until the market decline. He is described as upright and trusted, with a platform supporting silver restoration and opposition to trusts and monopoly influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meagher County
E. J. Sanford
Hanover College
Indiana
Montana
Holloway candidate for judge praised by supporters
W S Holloway, a young attorney, closes a successful term as attorney for Gallatin County after a two year tenure won by a large margin. The letter lauds his legal ability and broad local support across political lines amid a wider national political eruption over Yale students and crowd disruption at a Bryan address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.S. Holloway
Gallatin County
Holloway
Weston Clark celebrate fifty years of marriage in Townsend
The 24 September 1546 ceremony at Spotford Onondaga County united Y J Weston and Miss D A Clark. Five decades later in Townsend Montana, family and friends recall the event with a festive anniversary gathering at the big Mason Hall near the drug store. Mrs Weston hosted guests while the groom’s gallant ways drew smiles as the couple marked their long union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spotford
Onondaga County
J. R. Weston
D. A. Clark
Townsend
Montana
Mr. Dolenty
Banquet and social gathering with judge's flirtatious conduct
At a social event hosted by Judge and Mrs. Weston, guests, especially ladies, describe a flirtatious atmosphere with embraces and air of racy dark ages lore. A grand banquet featured elaborate dishes and generous gifts from friends, while flowers and cigars advertise local merchants Matthews' Pharmacy and Tierney & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weston
Julius Berg
Mesdames Tierney
Bowhay
Matthews’ Pharmacy
Parks
W. E. Tierney & Co
Voter Registration Deadline Listed for Meagher County
Notice to voters announces the registration deadline for qualified electors in election district No. 1 including Townsend Canton Duck Creek and Toston. Registration closes at 10 p m October 27 1896 ahead of the November 3 1896 county election in Meagher Montana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Townsend
Canton
Duck Creek
Toston
Meagher
Montana
A. D
Notice of final proof in Helena Land Office
Land Office at Helena Montana gives notice that William G Filson has fled final proof to support his claim for land in Township 9 North Range 1 East. witnesses Clifton Reynolds Samuel Pauley Frank Clark Albert S Filson all of Winston Montana. Proof set before Register and Receiver Helena Montana on November 15 1806. First publication September 24 1496.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Montana
Charles A Birney
Congress
Jefferson County
North Range
The
Recorder of
Boulder
Omaha Lode
Township
W. E. Cox
Register
US. Land Office
J. Frank Sage
Winston
Beaver Creek
North
Ange
Joulder
Clyde Lode
W. FE. Cox
Montan
U. S. Land Office
William G. Filson
H. E. No
Clifton Reynolds
Samuel Pauley
Frank Clark
Albert S. Filson
Mont
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J. RB. Stout
People's Silver Ticket
George G. Watt
York
New
RE. J. Sanford
C. W. Hill
White Sulphur Springs
Geo. L McGibbon
J.T. Buckingham
W. &. Springs
Chas. H. Baldwin
Chas, T. Rader
Ft. Logan
Miss & E. Curtis
E. V. More. Castle
Jos
Blackwell
Missouri Valley
J. L. Walker
Asm Tos
Lorener
C. A. Wilder
E. F. McRae
A. C. Gormley
Liberty
G. G. Watt
Mar
B. E. Matthews
Ph.g
Baxter
Northern Pacific Depot
W.C. Pierce
Key West
Bryant& Sewall
Garson
Harness and Saddles
Michael Gurney
Thos. W. Howett
Fredrick P. Schreiner
H. FE
Jacob Schaaf Patrick Griffin
Thos. Cotter
L. J. Mason
W.E. Tierney & Co
Masonic Hall
Order
Anthony Snarp
W. M
Anna Kfene
Townsend, Montana
Valley Temple No.1 Patriarchal Circle of America
Ke, S. Pottann
Peter J. Meloy
Virgil Patterson
Hassel
Dongo & Grimm
McC
Mick
Doneo & Grimm
Townsend, Mout
Ty Oft
Ing Pve
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