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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1894
Page
2
Towns end weekly issue notes advertising rates for one year in advance and three months in advance. It lists postal details and directs business matters to editors J H McKune and Joan R Stout, warning that messages via other channels receive no notice.
The latest market quotations show Bar Silver at 63 cents per ounce Copper at 9.65 and Lead around 3.15 to 3.17 per unit.
Residents complain that commissioners have not responded on bridge repairs. They warn future action may come from pressure and suggest current conditions are disgraceful and dangerous, risking a heavy damages bill to the county if inaction continues.
In a sharp exchange the Standard refuses fair discussion with the Butte Miner and other papers. The Anaconda boomers persist in a campaign of picking up trivial affairs to prop up unfounded myths, showing dwindling hope and sinking interests.
The editor laments the drama’s decline into a resort and wealth source for brutal prize fighters and courtesans. It cites Corbett, Jackson, James, and Pollard affairs as evidence of a “sweet scented” mess warranting reform.
The conflict continues with Japanese forces repeatedly victorious despite smaller numbers. Reports claim Japanese troops move quietly and strike decisively, with Pekin reportedly in real danger of capture.
In Bozeman the Republican runs for Congress and the Republican for Supreme Court Justice. Helena presents the Populist for Congress and the Republican for Justice. In Missoula the Democratic candidate seeks Congress while the Populist runs for Justice. An independent prompts “Who’s a hog?” as a voter quip.
The Havre Herald asks if Pollard can perform and replies that if she cannot act any better on stage than in private life she deserves the curtain to fall between her and the audience.
The Borre Mixer toils in the Anaconda vineyard of fallacies as the harvest grows. The Standard man neglects the gauntlet thrown by the Miner and remains silent like a clam.
In the closing days of the campaign the writers express warmth and intent to publish their piece in the next issue. They aim to gain recognition in the heavy weight class and press forward with their plan.
Richard Croft struck Jas Davenport with a neck yoke during a dispute in Fort Benton on Tuesday, killing him instantly. Public sentiment favors Croft, viewing the act as justified.
The Forsyth Times Volume 1 Number 1 arrives described as a bright newsy sheet for Helena and the capital region, praised as a credit to its surroundings.
A cyclone struck Little Rock Arkansas on the 2nd wrecking the business district and killing several people as rescue teams searched for victims.
An Anaconda company stance is quoted urging workers to accept low wages and follow managers’ order in exchange for work. The Independent newspaper calls for an official denial if the claim is inaccurate, signaling potential labor tensions and company pressure.
Justice DeWitt and Chief Justice Pemberton dismiss mandamus in capital election matter. Justice Harwood, in separate opinion, says the proceedings should have been dismissed without consideration. Sold again Marcus.
A Nevada senator once faced lynching after being found in another man's trousers stamped with J Owens. He claimed it meant Welsh for Jones and the mob believed him. The wit remained consistent, likening Garfield’s death to heavy mourning.
Iris reports Indiana Supreme Court decision in a divorce case stating that a wife must remain with a husband labeled a drunkard and fulfill the duties of a spouse despite his pre marriage pledge and failure to reform. The court emphasizes the sacred marital relationship.
The Anaconda Standard and Butte Miner clash over election coverage. critics accuse the Anaconda paper of silence and cowardice while urging voters to resist the domineering corporation. They defend Helena pride and Montana's honest principles amid the struggle.
In letters and editorials Montana towns argue about moving the state capital to Anaconda and critique its politics. The era's papers decry local suppression, the sway of money, and the electorate's ability to choose independent of outside pressure. The debate frames Anaconda’s role amid regional power struggles and public opinion.
The Montana press battles over the state capital issue with editorials criticizing Anaconda influence. Articles from Butte Miner Missoulian and others accuse papers of evasive talk and emphasize whether residents can resist corporate control to keep Helena or another city as the capital.
Montana election fever surfaces amid accusations of wasteful appropriations and booms by Anaconda capital. Citizens urged to guard registration lists and ballots against fraud while critics lampoon the Anaconda company and wage disparities. Chamberlains Pain Balm advertised as a home remedy with local druggist note.
The passage argues in favor of Helena as the capital citing central location and business advantages. It dismisses opponents favoring Anaconda as fossilized and misguided, claiming their objections are baseless and ineffective.
Judge Reeves a Populist candidate for Associate Justice speaks at Tierney's hall to townspeople. He raids Republicans and Grover Cleveland, extols Populism and argues the ticket should win this fall. Also a Mrs. Hattie Mason praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy sold by J R Weston.
The Missoulian will publish every morning except Mondays with full Associated Press reports from around the globe. Editorial and local coverage will be handled by experienced writers. Subscriptions are 90.00 per year with special rates to January 1, 1895 at 2.50 postpaid.
Thomuns W. Howgit is listed as a registry agent in Election District No. 1 Meagher County Montana reflecting local electoral administration.
At a meeting on August 16 1894 the Townsend district board voted to charge seven dollars fifty cents tuition for all children residing outside the district. Payment in advance required. no outside scholars enrolled until fee is paid. A transfer of apportionment may be used in lieu. E H Goopmax, Clerk.
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