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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1898
Page
2
The column critiques the Star and Messenger coverage of management, covenants, and politics. The piece contrasts honest pioneer effort with alleged hypocrisy, condemns moralizing rhetoric, and questions the Star’s long-standing role in Townsend while noting the public dispute over past leaders.
Our peace commissioners have reached Paris to negotiate terms with Spain for a treaty. The United States is well represented on the commission and the American people may feel confident that Paris will yield a right conclusion for the country.
The Star's holier than thou stance drew criticism as its editor lost in the primary fight. His stated devotion to pure and honest methods is noted, but readers should take it with customary allowance.
The document notes Japan pressing the United States to take ownership of the Philippines, claiming it is nearing unanimous approval. The phrasing suggests international negotiation dynamics and broad backing, with emphasis on a strategic shift.
A collage of 19th century items notes army mortality versus London and Crimean rates, Lipton’s donation for wounded soldiers, and political shifts with Tierney’s nomination, Roosevelt’s gubernatorial odds, and Star Democracy intrigue. It mentions Cuban independence hopes, European reactions to the Empress assassination, and General Easterly’s overlooked recognition.
School reports show progress and large attendance as Alva McCormick enters the high school on Monday. High school students plan a picnic at Deep Creek next Saturday if weather allows. Several new pupils join the primary department. A cough remedy called One Minute Cough Cure is noted for quick relief and Matthews' Pharmacy markets it.
Historical notice summarizing two proposed constitutional amendments. The first seeks voter approval to modify Section 4 of Article XVI to set three county commissioners per county with staggered four year terms, with specific transitional terms and a vacancy appointment rule. The second proposes changing Section 5 of Article VIII to allow a Supreme Court of three to five justices, with district judge participation to fill gaps, and outlines ballot wording and approval process.
Lost between Townsend and Canton a package of clothing. Finder be thanked by leaving at this office. Do not accept substitutes for piles burns or sores. Shilohs Cure 25c may save your life. Matthews Pharmacy public notice.
The National Land List announces a nationwide circulation advertising land and merchandise exchanges with single copies for 10 cents. It promotes real estate deals and property exchanges while featuring advertised medicines and remedies sold by Matthews' Pharmacy including DeWitt's pills and Witch Hazel Salve.
The district court issues an alias summons in case No Sa to Frank Baird regarding an amended complaint to foreclose a mortgage on property now in Broadwater County. Plaintiff seeks sale of the premises to satisfy the note and interest with costs, and asks judgment against Hannah Diehl and others to quiet lien.
A distressed man laments bad luck and criticizes world affairs while his patient wife urges a change. One remark suggests kingly happiness but his self doubt remains. The piece also notes Uncle Eben’s commentator view and a simple science fact about soap bubbles. A health ad promotes One Minute Cough Cure from Matthews' Pharmacy.
Herman Berg director signs as company reports its capital stock at 5000 dollars with about 1700 dollars paid in and debts listed. The document, dated September 1898, includes a notary public oath by W B Dolenty and affirms accuracy before Broadwater county officials.
Radersburg Broadwater county Montana 1898 notice to Frank L Moore heirs executors and assigns that 1897 labor and improvements totaling 100 dollars were expended on the Gold Leaf quartz lode mining claim to hold it under law. coowners must contribute one half within ninety days of service or publication else interest transfers to the party who paid the required expenditure. First publication September 22 1908.
The cars are clean and bright the time fast the route direct and the dining car service the finest in the country. Three routes east via Billings St. Paul and Denver. Tickets at offices of connecting lines.
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