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The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20

the latter resides in Virginia City, that
but for those honest and upright Republi-
cans, that swindle would have been per-
petrated and Col. Sanders would have
gone to congress. They protested and
said they would not stand it, and would
denounce it as an Infamous fraud. [Cheers
and voice-that was right.
THIS is ALL TRUE;
and all the smooth eloquence and smooth
talk and smooth f1attery of the dis
tinguished attorney Of the Northern Pa
cific Coal company cannot eradicate from
the minds of these old men who lived in
this country at that day, the very fact
that this was attempted. Yes, let me say
that two years afterward Major Upson
tried the same identical thing, and the re-
turning board then in existence ignored
the whole thing and Major Upson, like
his friend Sanders, fell to the ground as a
delegate TO congress. Now, gentlemen, !
hold myself responsible for these utter
ances, and I am prepared to furnish the
proof If they are contradicted.
Now, gentlemen, am not candidate
for Congress, but if ever the good people
of the territory offer me the nomination,
and consent to that honor, while | am
the attorney of a corporation. my resigna-
ton as such attorney shall be contempo-
raneous with the acceptance. (Cheers
and a yoice-good.) | never could
muster cheek enough to be corporation
attorney and candidate for congress at
the same time.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
A New Version.

REGINA, October L. Six Canadian
Bloods have been killed in the Sweet Grass
hills, Montana. it is supposed by the AM
erican troops for killing steers, while on
their way home to this side. The other
Bloods on the reserve have made up their
minds to stay at home in future.
This is the latest and most ingenious re-
port Of the affair we have seen. The
troops in northern Montana have not kill
ed an Indian since the Nez Perce war in
1877 that any one has heard of, but it is
sure that unless the raiding stops and set
tiers are unmolested there will be a war
in which the troops will not take part--a
war similar to that which was waged
against white horse thieves three years
aon
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
Dubuque.


A new postoffiee has been established
on Wolf creek, Fergus county, with t.
F. Morgan as postmaster, called Dubuque.
Stanford continues in existence but will
not cut a very prominent figure rs the
store, hotel, etc.-the center of business
and life is at Dubuque. They are but a
mile or two apart. The new postoffice is
doubtless named after. Dubuque, Iowa,
which is the old home of t. @. and
j. w. Power and many of their em-
ployes in the territory. L. c. Power &c
Bro. were instrumental in giving the
people of Wolf creek complete store and
was in their employ for many years.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
France Wants War.

PARIS. October 12.-There is q rapid
growth in the war feeling in France. The
Boulanger party have begun to issue two
new journals, La Reyenehe and lie Soldats
la Labourer, TO advocate an offensive poll
cy in vlndication Of the old military pres
tige of France. Gen. BouIanger, howey-
er, disoWs any connection with the papers.
N. Lavedon, military critic, writes to the
Figaro that Gen. Boulanger has prepared
well conceived plan in conjunction with
staff officer Of high rank for continen-
tai campaign. The Militaire says that
Gen. Bonlanger desires war not for the
purpose of recovering Alsace, nor to graft
fy his personal ambition, but as i step
leading to the solution Of the social cues
tions. The strictest taboo Of everything
German is being observed. M. Loekenofl.
the minister Of commerce, has ordered the
police to prosecute all persons selling box
es Of toys imported from Germany and
containing q map Of France without Al
SAGE.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
Boston Wool Market.

There is no material change in the quo-
tations of Montana grades of wool in the
Boston market. They are-now quoted as
follows Fine, 23c@26c; medium, 25c@30e.
The sales reported are 10000 pounds at
26 cents, the total sales of territory
footing up 263,545 pounds. All but the
above mentioned sold on private terms.
The market continues very active, and
dealers are on the lookout for bargains.
Territory woods it is reported are offered
in Boston at lower prices from outside
lnarkpfs
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
County Commissioners Meeting.

The county commissioners who have
been in session yesterday and to-day had
transacted the following business up to
three O'Clock to-day:
RAISES NOT SUSTAINED.
John H. Evans, raised $500; G.. w.
Frields, 81, 200; W. Il. Hunt, $500; Jas.
McDevitt, $4,000; Henry Mcdonald,
s2,320: North Montana Cattle Company,
$44, 900; H. o. Lying, 81, $50.
SUSTAINED.
David Auehard, raised $457; Thomas
Clary, 1920; J.H. Green, $528; John
Lepley, $21, ,494; Jas. e. Kanouse, $1,100;
Choteau Live Stock Co. $4,000; Frank
Truchot, $4,000; Henry Cannon, $1,000;
Paul Hanley, $120; G. O. Kendall, $3.50;
Sam. Spencer, $3.50; J. G. Adams,
| 81, 900; VIM. Morrow, $4,000.
Mr.. T. E. Collins appeared before the
board and protested against the raise il
the case Of John LepIey, Henry MeDon-
| aid and Wm. Morrow.
Assessment Of First National Bank of
Great Falls placed at $13, 900.
| Mrs. NJ. e. Payne raised $780,
A warrant was ordered drawn on the
road fund for $50 in favor of JOS. Street
for logs furnished for bridges.
F. A. Bickford reduced to 90 head Of
cattle.
W. L. Lincoln raised $500. Reduced
to 40 head.
The matter Of the road at Sun River
Leavings laid over until the next. regular
meeting.
Thos. Lacey reduced 81 $3.50, and last
years assessment ordered corrected.
VIM. Morton raise of 10 per cent. on
last years assessment sustained.
}. W. Tattan reduced $40.
Ed. Keaster, corrected assessment, $50
head.
q. F. Deletraz corrected to $5,410, in
stead Of $4,410.
It was ordered that the taxes of Geo. M.
Robbins be reduced on account of the cat
tie which have died.
On the supplementary list T.. G.. Power
was raised SIS per head on blooded stock.
Thos. O'Hanlon raised 17s head of cattle.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
Banquet in Honor of Judge Bach.

| In honor of the first visit to the city of
The first judge of the Big Fourth judicial
district banquet was given at the Cho-
teau house Tuesday evening under the aus
pices of the Fort Benton bar. About tWen-
| ty-five Of our citizens sat down to the fes-
| tive board. which was laden with the best
| the market affords and served with the
usual excellence of Mine Host Sullivan.
The distinguished guest, Judge L. @.
Bach, made very favorable impression
upon our citizens, both officially and So
cially, during his brief stay here. The
bar is unanimous in ascribing to him all
the qualities that fit man for the bench,
and those who have met him in casual
| way are very much pleased with him in
deed, and think they have good cause to
be thankful that home rule for the terri
tories has been recognized and conceded
by the administration.
Mr.. g. T.. Conrad acted as master Of
ceremonies, while opposite him sat the
honored guest. It was a very pleasant,
and, judging by the rapid disappearance
of the good things served, a very hungry
party. Following the eating came the
drinking, and III the natural course of
things, speaking,aand singing yotn1ng
so readily limbeEscIle tongue as good old
wine, and it flowed on this festive occasion
like water. A great many toasts were
proposed and happy responses made,
which we would be glad to publish if time
and space permitted, but they do not. The
| judge made neat response, heartily
thanking the bar and citizens for the kind
consideration shown him. H. @. McIn-
tire responded to stThe Profession of the
Law" Judge Tattan to ssThe Officers of
the Court" making a pleasant and very
complimentary reference to Judge spen-
Ger, his predecessor. as deputy clerk; 7. E.
Collins to ''The Future of Northern Mon
tana;o Francis MeIntire to ssThe Tender
feet;' John W. Power to ssThe commerce
of Northern Montana" Mayor Sullivan
to stThe City Of Fort Benton:o S. H. Nc
Intire to s"Hhe Bar of Fort Benton,'' with
Iinnumerable impronptu toasts. It was
midnight before the farewell bumpers
were filled and the party tarried for some
time afterwards before final adjournment.
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Young Mems Democratic Club.

The Young Mems Democratic club pro-
poses to spare no effort to bring about the
election Of the democratic ticket in its en-
tirety, and score big victory for Cho-
teau county in November. Each member
is fully alive to the importance of earnest
work, and to that end will devote his
energies. We hope to see large acces-
sions TO the membership Tonight.
PERSONNEL OF THE OFFICERS.
T. y. Todd, the president Of the club, is
an old time, dyed-in-the-wool, Kansas
democrat, and has heretofore been an ac-
tive and earnest worker in the democratic
ranks Of Choteau county.
Sam Cline, the vice president, during
his residence in this city has been found
among the faithful. His democracy cam
not be questioned.
Z. T. Aspling, secretary, has always
been among the leaders when the demo-
cratic phalan1 of Choteau county went
forthto victory, and lie will be found 1t
his post OF daty=en November End.
Mr.. jos. a. Baker, tile treasurer Of the
club, is a well known and consistent DEM
ocrat. He has been prominently identifi-
ed,with the party in this county for a num-
Der of years, and has once represented the
county in the territorial legislature.
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The Rocky Mountain Telegraph Co.

What the plans of the Rocky Mountain
Telegraph company are is shown by the
following from the articles of incorpora-
ton, mapping out the lines to be con-
structed and connections made:
A1line commencing at Butte city and
running thence in northerly direction
through the counties of Silver Bow, Deer
Lodge, Lewis and Clarke and Choteau to
Medicine Hat, in the Dominion Of Canada.
Also a line commencing at Butte city and
running in northeasterly direction
through the counties above mentioned and
the counties of Fergus and Dawson to the
town Of Grand Forks, in the territory of
Dakota.
Also line commencing at Butte and
running thence in an easterly direction
through the counties of Silver Bow, JEFF
ferson, Meagher, Yellowstone and Custer
to Fargo, in the territory of Dakota.
Also line commencing at Butte and
running through the counties Of Silver
Bow, Madison and Beaverhead to Chey-
enne, in the territory of Wyoming.
Also line commencing at Butte and
running through the counties last aboye
named to Salt Lake City, in the territory
of Utah.
Also line running from Butte in a
southwesterly direction through the coun-
ties last above named to San Francisco, in
the state of California.
Also line running from Butte in a
westerly direction through the counties of
Silver Bow, Deer Lodge and Missoula to
Portland in the state of Oregon.
Also line running from Butte in a
northWesterly direction through the eoun-
ties last above named to the city Of Vic
toria, on Vancouver island.
1t is proposed to extend the line from
Assinaboine to Medicine Hat and from
Helena to Benton Immediately. The
principal Office OF the company will be at
Butte.
The trustees of the Rock Mountain Co.
are all Butte men-W. S. Hoge, of Hoge,
BroWnley & Co., bankers; J. r. Clarke,
Of Clarke, Larabie & CO., and w. M.
Cairnes. who is to be general manager.
The capital stock Of the new company is
$500, 900, diyed into shares Of $100 each.
Ak
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
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Major Rogers.

A special says that Major Rogers arrly-
ed at Morris, B. G., on the 1st with his
engineering party by way of Cadott's
pass and the Big Blackfoot. It is sup
posed that he is looking for route to the
Pacific coast for the Manitoba system, He
will probably go west from here by the
London pass. BY the compass he is on
the right trail for q short route to the Pa
cific
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
Indian Farmers

MAsDAS, Oak, October Some thirty
Indians came III from the Cannon bah S.
giol today with their teams loadea WIN
wheat which they raised. They did pet-
ter at wheat raising this year than some Of
their white neighbors.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
The Mcguire Company.

Mr.. John Mcguire and the Comedy
Company returned from Assinaboine last
evening. Mr. Magnire says that he never
met with more hearty welcome than was
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
Customs Spies at Work in the N. w. 4.

Macleod Gazette, 9TH: The Canadian
customs department. seems to have devel-
oped sudden zeal in investigation. The
northwest, OF at least this district, seems
to be full Of customs detectives. At Leth-
bridge last week they jumped on Q. S.
Mains s neck, and insinuated that he had
been guilty of al kinds Of irregularities.
They even put him under arrest. Its
needless to say that they could find moth
wrong with Mr. Mains business.
Two gentlemen connected with the Gus
toms department arrived at Macleod last
week, and proceed TO examine the books Of
T. G. Baker s Co. TO accomplish this
successfully, they evidently considered.
that two policemen, armed to the teeth,
were necessary, and had one stationed at
either end of the store. Indeed they de-
manded the assistance Of an officer and
ten men, but finding that the store was
not fortified and that they had to deal with
gentlemen and not brigands Or desperadoes
they c;me to the conalusion that two men
would afford thenlalI the protection that
was necessary, and he others were march
ed back. We do nof imagine that I. g..
Baker u CO. have much to fear from such
IN investigation.
Recent information received here is TO
the effect that 10 evidence whatever Of
TraI1f fanf5 IT
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20

eeiye liberal patronage. A new operator,
Mr.. Ames, Of Helena, will shortly be sent
to Fort Benton. He is said to be an ex-
pert operator. The office under the new
management will be open at all seasonable
hours for the transaction Of business and
the convenience and necessities of the
public taken fully into the count.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
News From the North.

Thos. Bevans (fsFroggy''), J, whose horses
were stolen by Indians a few weeks ago,
has just returned from Fort Macleod. He
recovered all Of the horses stolen from his
place except one, which belonged to John
Harris, which the Indians reported had
been ridden to death. Capt. Neale, of the
mounted police, did everything in his
power to assist him and his efforts were
seconded by Sergeant Brenner. Capt.
Neale says that the government is bound
to put stop to these predatory raids of
Indians, and if the authorities this side of
the line will lend their assistance the work
can be accomplished.
Notwithstanding the published reports
there are large number of Blood Indians
this side Of the line, and their number is
being augmented daily. When the reports
of the killing of the six Bloods in the
Sweet Grass hills reached Macleod the In
dians in body went to Major Pocklington
make war on the Gros Ventres, which was
of course denied, but this did not deter
them from sending warriors to this eoun-
try. Bevans reports that on his return
home, last Saturday, he met four Piegans
with several Indian horses, which they
said were stolen from the Crows. AS the
horses were not branded their story is
probably true.
The Blood Indians report that party
of white men are camping in the Poreu-
pine hills, near Macleod, and are purchas-
ing all of the stolen horses brought from
this side of the line, and they are doing a
first class business.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
The Rocky Mountain Telegraph Company.

Mr.. W. NJ. Cairns, general manager
Of the Rocky Mountain Telegraph Com
pany, ard S. NJ. Mckee, Of Butte, arrived
in the city Sunday evening on tour of in
spection of the telegraph line. They will
leave in the morning for Fort Assinaboine
and Medicine Hat. The contract for the
construction OF the line from Helena to
Butte has been or will shortly be let. The
extension Of the line from Assfnaboine TO
Medicine Hat will be constructed by the
company and work will be commenced at
once and completed before Christmas.
The Rocky Mountain Telegraph Com
pany is Whollya Montana enterprise and
has no connection with any other COM
pany, except that arrangements have been
made with the Mackey system for connec-
tons east and west. The Importance Of
this connection cannot be oYerestimated
by the people of Northern Montana. We
have been dependent upon the govern
ment line for service, which 10 the main
has not been satisfactory, in that the line
was constantly out Of repair, but the new
company will see to it that the trouble Of
the past will not be the rule of the future.
Experienced linenlen will always be
promptly on hand to make repairs and we
can rest assured the service when the line
has been put in order will be most salts
factory.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20

We are very glad that the Bloods have
determined to forego their picnic to north
ern Montana in search Of Gros Ventre
scalps. That cowboys did the killing is
news to the people of this section. Not
Withstanding this statement it is a faes
that the Gros Ventres ambushed and killed
six Bloods in the vicinity of the Sweet
Grass hills. Their scalps were brought to
Assinaboine and exhibited, and the yieto-
ry over their ancient enemies was celebrat-
ed in the usual Indian style, with scalp
dance and big feast. This Information
ID authentic and fully confirmed byre-
ports from the agency on the return of the
Gros Ventres warriors
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1886-10-20
Well, This is Gracious /!

MACLEOD, N. W. T., October 9.-The
Bloods held q council yesterday and de-
termined not to go south, having ascer-
tanned that the six killed some time ago
were shot by cowboys and not eros
Ventres. Red Crow, their chief, has
gone to eastern Canada. He says his men
will not cross the line.
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Particulars OF the Distressing Accident al
Fort Assinaboine.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1886-05-26
JEFFERSON.

The contract for building the residence
of M. G., Metzen has been let to Adam
Spangler. 1t will be neat two story
brick building with stone trimmings, and
will cost about $4,000.
Sheriff Hing last week conveyed Mrs.
Geo. Hoyt, of Lake Mills. to the Oshkosh
Insane Asylum. Mr.. Hoyt our readers
will remember, was taken to the same
place several months ago.
The entire list of lands advertised TO
be sold for taxes by the county treasurer,
were sold Tuesday. IL VAS clean sweep,
not piece but was sold.
MARRIED. the residence of the
brides mother, Mrs. Seifert, in this city,
by Rev. E. Garfield, Mr.. Godfrey Fern
holz to Miss Hattie Seifert, both of JEFF
ferson.
The latter part of last week Milwau
kee detective came to this city and by
his own instlgnation was arrested by
Sheriff Hing as horse thief from James
vile. This was done in order to "pump''
certain alleged criminals who are now
confined in the Jail, but the ruse did not
work as one of the '.jail birds" caught on
he having known him while in Milwau-
kee. Monday the 'Edetec" left Jefferson
a sadder and a wiser man.
George Copeland, one of the proprie
tors of the shoe factory, and Miss Bessie
Copeland, daughter of Chas. Copeland,
left last week for visit East.-Banner.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1886-05-26
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SIN1E NOUNS.

How the Silken Satellites that Shine on
Stage-Struck Lovers are Made.
A good theatrical moon is o troubles
some thing to construct. The oldt
fashioned moon was tin moon box
about like milk pan, covered with silk
or transparent paper, behind which two
or three candles were inserted This
was rugged on invisible wires and thus
operated by man who slowly drew it
upward. This was unsatisfactory, es-
pecially to those in the front seats.
The best moon now is made bv using
two drops. Out of the first in which IS
the sky scene, is cut strip yard wide
it being the path up which the moon is
to travel. Immediately behind and so
close that the piece so removed is not
discernible, is second drop. From
this a round piece is removed and the
place covered by white or yellow silk or
some transparent cloth, and from be-
hind strong calcium light is thrown
on the silk. The moon is made to rise
by gently hauling up the back drop.
Clouds are usually painted on strips
extending across the path cut in the
first drop, serving both to strengthen
the drop laterally and add to the realism
of the scene by having the moon disap-
pear for moment under a cloud
Cincinnati Enquirer.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1886-05-26
CONGRESSMAN GUENTHER.

WASHINGTON, May 19. Mr.. Guen-
ther, o. Wisconsin, will probably go home
early in June to look after his fences
which are reported little shaky by rea.
son of his course in Congress on mail
subsidy matters. Some time ago in a
speech on the subject he denounced the
German Government, and yesterday
again he found occasion to call Germans
fools for adopting the policy Of subsidiz-
ing. Mr.. Guenther explains all this by
saying that he hates the tyrannical rule
of Bismarck, while he loves the German
people, but his enemies in Oshkosh have
twisted his words into such shape as TO
make him appear 20 be an enemy of his
own race. His speeches have been trans
lated into German with liberal interpola-
tions and circulated throughout his dis
trict, which contains very large number
of Germans. When it is remembered
than Guenther was elected by a plurality
of less than 100, it looks as if the distri-
button of these documents make his
chances for reelection small. He hopes
that by going through the district and
speaking in every town he can explain
away the damaging reports.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1886-05-26
LAKE MILLS.

The base ball game at Madison, Satur-
day, between the University League club
and the Blues, resulted in Victory for
our boys by score of to 4. The Uni
versity team was greatly strengthened by
the addition of a pitcher and catcher
from Milwaukee.
Work on the Rock Lake Hotel is pro-
crossing rapidly.
An attempted burglary came near be,
ing successful at F B. Fargo's residence,
Tuesday night. The man forced an
entrance into the kitchen by prying up
the window. He entered the room where
Mr.. Fargo was sleeping, when the latter
awoke and rising up saw the burglar
getting out of the room. Frank immedi-
ately took after the fellow and chased
him across the the yard. The burglar is
supposed to be tough looking individual
who was hanging around town during
the Gay.
Mrs. Philip Foote died at her residence
in Lake Mills, on Friday, May 14th.
She was born in New York State in 1918.
In 1886 she married Mr.. Footc, and they
moved to East Troy, Wisconsin, in 1845.
During the year 1862 they moved to
Lake Mills, where they have ever since
resided. Mrs. Foote was the mother Of
nine children, eight of whom are living.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fargo returned
last Saturday from their trip to Califor-
MIA, and were warmly greeted by their
many friends.
John Schrader, who lives on the Island,
lost his house by fire one night this week.
He will probably get $4O0 insurance
money.
There is more building in progress in
Lake Mills than in any of the neighbor-
ing towns.
Three of Frank Huntley's children are
sick with scarlet fever. DR.. Dodge is
attending physician and reports them
doing well.
The village board have granted license
to John Wilson at $500.-Leader.