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Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
MIR. FERGUS LETTER.

The ~townsite organ at Great Falls,
lar, in a recent issue takes up the letter
of James Fergus on the capital ques-
ton. With some adroitness and with
a reckless regard for the truth char
acteristic of the DAILY organs, the writer
misquotes Mr.. Fergus as to language
used and distorts his meaning as to To-
cality. Mr.. Fergus was speaking of
the sentiment in Fergus county with
out reference 10 any other section, as
any one can ascertain by referring to
the ARGUS in which his letter first ap-
peared. Mr.. Fergus among other
things said: Il think nearly every
voter whose vote Is not bought directly
or Indirectly by Anaconda capital will
vote for Helena
In quoting the above the Tribune
wilfully and Intentionally omits the
word NEARLY" and applies the state
ment To the whole stale, a piece of
dirty work that none but n cheap hire
ling would be guilty OF. The word
nearly" will exclude all in this county
who can find any good reasons for
voting for Anaconda for the future
capital of this state. MIR. Fergus is no
trimmer, no nIealy mouthed policy
man, but a plain, blunt son of Scotia
who means what lie says and says
what he means and is perfectly willing
To shoulder theresponsibility OF his III
terances. While We regret any per-
sonal illusions and think them un-
necessary in the capital contest, 1t is
nevertheless a fact that with a full and
fair expression of the sentiment Of this
county on the capital question, Helena
would get eighty per cent of the vote.
In a vote taken at Forest Grove last
week among legal voters, Helena re-
ceived -, Anaconda ,. Wouldn't
nearly" cover the case of the three
who for some unaccountable reason
voted for Anaconda? They may have
found good reasons for 30 doing but
the great majority of our people fail to
find il. 1t ia safe to say that of the
vote secured for Anaconda in this
county fifty per cent of it will he Sc
cured by methods pointed out by Mr..
Fergus as no other reason can be given
for such a result. Mr.. Fergus can
clearly see how people living west OF
the range and in fact in some other
localities could vote for Anaconda,
but he had no reference to such what.
ever and the attempt 10 place him in
a wrong light only shows the despera-
ton of the Anaconda advocates.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

a larger acquaintance throughout the
county hut every man who knows MIR.
Cook well will testify to his manly
qualities and fitness for the office he he
Democrat or Republican.
Every Republican will now JOIN
hands and pull for the ticket. The
those who made n gallant fight and
lost, yet with true manhood and de-
votion To party fought valiantly for
their opponents. Let all petty spite,
jealeusies and personal differences, II
any exists, he set aside and a strong
front he presented to the common enc.
my and u glorious victory will be the
result.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

The resolutions adopted by the Re
publican county convention are in the
main strong and clear. Some objec-
ton was found To the resolution on sill
yer, in limiting the coinage to the
American product, a position held by
a good many in the east who are
friendly to silver and believe that an
international agreement is n long ways
in the future if ever attainable. We
believe, however, for a mining state no
limitation should be made, as it will be
regared by the monometallists as an
admission of its inferiority as a money
metal. We believe hat the resolution
should have called for the free and un-
limited coinage of silver on a basis Of
IL to J.. We don't presume the reso-
lutions will have any special effect on
national legislation, nnt we believe all
sections of the west should stand out
firm and strong for the white metal.
There is no danger of getting too much
recognition.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
A PARTY FIGHT.
Captures the Lewistown Delegates
to the Democratic Convention.

| Where was Gilkerson in the primaries
Monday 1t is reported by one that he and
Deaton have formed a compact. and by
another that Sullivan had promised him
the position of iaiIor if he would stay out
ri the battle. BE that as it may, the fight
was between Deaton and Sullivan, and the
latter won seven delegates out nf "A possible
nine.
Early Monday morning Sullivan Was
r~ustling, and Deaton's h%enchmen were but.
ton-holing every possible voter.
The primary was called to order by Chair
man Johns at 3 p. m. and b. c. White elect
ID chairman. Mr.. White displayed great
'uodesty in presiding over so august u body,
but presently accepted for fear another
would be chosen. They wisely selected
Dave Scott as secretary. knowing that an
officer would be necessary to prevent a
hand-to-hand fight before the day out. c.
b. Fly wasthe other secretary selected and
J.. I.Corbly and Tom Conway were chosen
as teilers.
As soon as balloting commenced, Sulli-
van and Deaton brought in squads OF
voters, who merely did as they were told
sithout looking at the ballot. At first
sullivan had white tickets and Deaton red
but to confuse their ignoran voters-a large
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. had red tickets pre-
pared, and shortly after DeatOn had white
ones in the field. The Sullivan ticket was
known as the straight ticket, and contained
the names of .Iohn Laux, T. j. Johns. G. b.
Fly, Tim Crowley, Marion Burke. John Ly-
pns, James Weaver, DIR. DAILY and L. III.
Mackey. The Deaton OF combination
ricket' included the names OF j. T.. Barnes.
ID. II. Lineharger. Philip Laux. John Kee-
nan, Joseph Narman, j. !. Corbly, Jacob
Harmon, John Foster and ii. r. Brooks.
On one or two occasions a voter vas
tossed like a ball between the two contest
Shortly before the polls closed Dea- |
ton got hold Of a man and started to vote |
him. Sullivan, who was up the street. |
on IA run and got to the polls in !
town with HIM. Deaton followed, got hold |
as the polls had closed before the vote |
we're cast. Sullivan winning seven delegates |
John Laux sc. Johns ~. Fly GS, Crow
ey "a. Burke IA, Lyons 73, Weaver 73. |
DAILY ~, Mackey 90. Barnes II, Linebar-
,er 6S, p. Lanx sc, Keenan, 81. Norman
~. Corbly IL, Harmon ~, Foster sc.
Brooks 20.
Eight delegates received a clear majority.
nut for the ninth three men were q tie.
after much parleying it was decided
,y lot, Harmon winning.
1t will be noticed that Johns was on the
ticket. A short time ago he was
Gilkerson, two weeks ago he wac boom
ny Deaton and now where is he2 No one
tell where that flea is-
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

The Republicans have placed a
strong legislative ticket in the field,
men who can think and talk well and
who are proof against the bribe-giver.
Now, if the voters desire to change the
administrators of affairs at Washing
ton, if they wish a return to the protec-
tive policy of two years ago and to re-
store the chief industry of Fergus
county they will vote solidly for the
Republican legislative ticket. While
it is important to have good men in
the legislature, what they stand for
and how they vote is also very impor-
tant, particularly at this crisis in ma
tional affairs. Remember that two
United States senators ito be elected
next winter and they should both be
Republicans, if the United States SEN
ate is to be regained in the next five
years. No Republican should be hood
winked by the demagogue this year.
The blowhard will be in the field trying
to explain the failures of the sugar
trust congress in its work of ''perfdy
and dishonor." Look out for him.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
The Republican Nominees.

+. p. Chandler, thenominee for state
senior, requires no Introduction. He
has served the people OF this county i'm
the trying position OF commissioner in
ner. ii elected state senator I've will do
all in his power to further the interests
OF the people OF this county. his Re-
publicanism is of the right brant and
the party can rest assured tina, he
will never betray the trust imposed in
him.
In W. A. Hedges, for representative,
and X. Won Tobel for joint-representH-
tive with Valley county, the party
will be ably represented. Mr.. Hedges
is a young nan OF superior intelligence,
aud ability, n steadfast Republican,
IA good speaker and a practical man
OF &~ffairs. Mr.. Won Tobel is a lawyer
of ability, is familiar with the wants
OF the state in the way OF legislation,
rs an excellent talker, ii sound reason
er, and well informed in state and ma
tional politics. He would ably repre-
sent the two counties in the state
legislature.
For county commissioners the con-
vention has made wise selections.
Rufus Thompson, for the long term,
resides south of the Snowies, "A region
that has never beer represented on
the board, but which is entitled to
recognition by the voters of the
county. Mr.. Thompson is a conserv-
alive, level-headed business man and
a heavy taxpayer. He would prove "A
valuable member OF the board. &. Nj.
toodrll, OF Philbrook, another long
term candidate, will give general salts.
faction. He served the county faith
FULLY ana honorably in the legislature, |
and the same conld be expected of him |
as a member OF the board of commits
-ioners. He would bring business
methods to the Office, would aim to |
county affairs conducted eco.
and would not be afraid to |
say no, when necessary. Forthe short
term, Robert jackson, of Lewistown, |
was named. Mr.. Jackson is one OF the
settlers in Lewistown, and has
watched the growth and development
of our county with much interest. He
is an honorable conservative man who
will guard the peoples interests. Mr..
Jackson is II stanch Republican, but
has strong frienis outside of the party.
to a change OF the law in rela-
lion TO paying county officers month
y, necessitating the signature of the
chairman of the board of commits
it becomes important that
commissioner should be a resident
,f the county seat. The election of
Jackson would result in a consid-
'rable saving to the county in mileage
per diem.
John ID. Waite, the candidate for !
heriff, Is a well-known woolgrower of
he county and a resident of Utica,
where he has lived for the past thir-
years. He is a gentleman in every
say qualified for the office, as regards
ntellectualequipment ana moral char
cter, and if detected it will be his aim to s
onduct the office in the most economic /;
manner consistent with the public c
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
DELEGATES. couSTY. ArEs.

The Republican county committees oil
the several counties ia the state will pro
coed to call county conventions as usual
and elect delegates and alternate delegates
TO said state convention as above appor-
toned.
The basis al representation and appor-
tionment Tor the county conventions viii
be nXed by the county central committees.
Ia the matter OF nominating candidates
of the several judicial districts, should
there he any nomination to he made at
this time, the committee recommends that
in all cases where the district is limited to
one county, the regular county convention
make the nomination at the same time 1t
nomiuates candidates for all other county
offices. Ia other cases, where the district
il composed of more than one county, let
the delegates to the state convention from
the counties comprising a district meet at
the time and place Df the state convention,
aud there agree upon and make the noini-
nations foe same, being guided by such in
struetions, IL any, as have been gwen by
their respective county conventions The
sa me rule to apply in the ease oil Joint rep
re-entatives in the state legislature.
The following rules have been adopted
Tor the government oil Republican, state
conventions ia Montana and are now in
force:
First-Delegates and alternate delegates
shall be elected ia fnture to state conven-
lions. and ia the event of II failure ~ a
delegate to attend, the alternate delegate
shall cast the vote of the delegate whose
alternate he is.
Second-In the absence of the delegate
and his alternate, a majority OF the dele
CATION from that county shall east the
vote OF the absentee.
Third-In the absence OF all the delegates
and alternate delegates from any county,
no vote shall be cast for such county.
Fourth-In the county in which the state
convention shall be held, when any dele
gate and his alternate delegate are absent,
there shall be no vote cast in their behalf.
Fifth-Delegates and alternate delegates
must be Republican residents of the county
which they represent.
BY order of the State CentralCommittee.
LEE MANTLE, Chairman.
THnMAs A CIrAfNINGS SpcrRfarY-
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

New York Recorder (Rep.)-He AS
sumea { O be the Pontius Plate of this
wretched tariff demonstrating his
hands to get rid OF all responsibility for
a deed that he has declared TO Ice
shameful. But Plate wasted his time
and remains unwashed TO this day. So
will Mr.. Cleveland, and for the same
high moral reasons.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
REPUBLICAN COUNTY TICKET.
STATE REPUBLICAN CONVENTION.

state Republican convention is hereby
called to meet at , O'Clock p. M, Thurs
day, Sept. d, A ID. 1884, at the city of Hell
ena. The purpose of said convention will
be TO nominate u candidate for representa-
tive ia congress and one candidate for as
sociate justice oil the supreme court oi the
state. the election OF a state central com
mittee tn serve Tor the ensuing two years
the election OF a chairman Of the state cen
trail committee, and iur the transaction oil
such other business relating To the welfare
oi the Republican party III Montana as
may be brought before II.
Each county in the state will be entitled
10 one delegate at large, and to the follow
ing additional representation in said con
vsntion:
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

The Geyser thought there would be
a circus last Saturday and advised its
friends to be on hand. Ii proved TO be
the most orderly and earnest body of
men ever assembled in Fergus county
proceedings. Ii il was a circus the side
show gives an exhibition next Monday.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

The people of Bozemsn gave Charley
Hartman a rousing reception On his
return from Washington last week. 1t
was not a party affair but was partici-
pated in by Republicans, Democrats,
Populists and Prohibitionists alike.
Mr.. Hartman has made a good record
in congress, working faithfully for the
interests of the state and the west
generally.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

1t is the duty of the citizens Of Lew
istown to turn ont aud attend the fair
and make its certain. In many
of the eastern cities II day is set apart
for local attendance and called Mime
apolis day or Chicago day as the case
may be. Why not select Friday as Lewis
town day and make an effort to secure
the attendance of every family within
the CITY limits.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
Administrators Sale,

To be old at public auction to the high
est bidder for cash at the Dark Horse cor
raj at Lewistown, Fergus county, Mon
tana, on Friday. September z, 1894, at
IL o'clock a. m. the following described
personal property belonging to the estate
of James White. deceased:
81 sheep, as follows: About $40 ewes, 2
and 3 years old, about 30 ewes 4 years old
and up, about 100 ysarling wethers, about
PSI lambs;
l bay gelding. . years old;
] mare and colt. EDWARD BRAssEy,
Administrator
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

Some of the old line DEMOCRATS sal
around in the Democratic primary
Monday evening looking as blue as in
digo. Joe JacksoD's face WAS as long
as a desert land fence. In fact he
would rather lose his best "hoss" than
see sullivan ger the nomination.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

If J. II. Waite is elected sheriff he
will not nave to employ a lawyer to do
his Office work. There is not II legal
quirk that he will not master in three
months. If the work of the office a
be accomplished with three men it will
be done. We are satisfied il can be
except during court sessions.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

While the editor of the Geyser was
or the Sullivan ticket at the Demo-
cratic primary, he claims to be for Gill
kerson for sheriff. He will probably
go for the candidate who "sees him"
last. None of the candidates have any
confidence in him. While Deaton has
held the fellow up financially he will
undoubtedly get dirt for his kindness.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
Dissolution of Co Partnership.

GIT EDGE, Mont, Aug. 81, 1894.
The partnership heretofore existing be-
tween James ODonnell and William
Graham of Gilt Edge. Fergus county, Mon
tana, and known as the firm of Graham &
O'Donnell is this day dissolved pending a
: ettlement. WILLIAM
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
SheriFs Sale.

Notice is hereby given that on Monday,
Sept. 10. 1894, at 10 O'Clock q. m. in front
of the Lewistown hotel. L~ewistown, Fergus
county, Montana, l will, under "a ehattel
to the highest bidder for cash in hand. all
fixtures n furniture contained 10 the said
hotel building. w. d. DEAIoN. Sheriff.
By DAVID ScorT. Under Sheriff.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

Charles II. Perrine as chairman of
the Republican county convention was
the right man for the place. He pushed
the business along as rapidly AS posi-
BILE aud exercised good judgment and
fAirness on avery point.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

If you want a good shotgun, rifeor
or any kind of ammunition. the Mon
tana Hardware Co. has an immense
stock of these goods, which, for varie-
ty, quality. and price. can't be beaten.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

Congressman Wilson will sail for
Europe this week. He should make
application for membership to the
Golden club if he has not already
done so
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

Illinois farmers are hauling their
flour home from the mill and feeding
it to the hogs. o, these good old Dem
ocratic tiniesl
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

The new Northwest, published at
Republican weekly in Montana, has
fallen into Populist hands. How are
the mighty fallen,
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
Notice.
To the Voters of Fergus County:

To the Voters Of Fergus County:
! wish to call your attention to
the fact that /, after careful consideration,
have concluded to withdraw my name as a
candidate for sheriff of Fergus county in
favor OF. John o. Gilkerson. Hoping that
friends may show Mr.. Gilkerson the
ga me kind consideration they conceded to
me, | remain Yours Respectfully,
W. ID. DEATos, Sheriff.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

Republicans should be proud Of the
convention held last Saturday. 1t was
composed of the best citizens of the
county who have the welfare Ct the
people at heart.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

When Baby was sick, we gave her Castoria.
When she was a Child, she cried for Castoria.
When she became Miss, 81 ) chung to Castoria.
When she had Children, she gave them castoria.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

No one in ordinary health need become
bald or gray, il he will follow sensible treat
nent. We ad vise clea nliness of the scalp
and the use Of Halls Hair Remover.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

A prominent Democrat was heard
to say this week that "the Republicans
have placed the very best ticket posi-
BILE in the field"
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

Deaton and Gilkerson have gone
down into theiI pockets to help the ed
itor of the Geyser, but in the hour of
dire need he drops them in the soup.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

The Democratic party of Fergus
county has such a profound regard for
laboring men that they even held their
primaries on Labor day.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

Two to one Sullivan will have the
local Democracy in a Jack pot" before
the week closes. He knows how to
do il.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

The re is nothing impossible in the
ranks of the Democracy, whether IN
local or national politics.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

In sugar we trust, is the new Demo-
cratic version. God isn't in 1t with
them.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
"For Years."

Saws CARRIE L. SToCKwELL, of Chester
field. n. H.. II was afflicted with an
extremely severe pain in the lower part OF
the chest. The feeling was as II = ton
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
Docket and Jurors.

Following is the docket and list OF jurors
for the term of the district court
ing Monday, September 10th;
r. r. Mills va. Ed Mcdonald, water right.
Robt. Morrison VS.. II. z. Brooks and w.
ID. Deaton.
Ed Lee w. D. Mil"t. appeal.
Peter Danioth VS.. X. A. Walker and j. C..
Walker; debt.
Mrs. s. e.. GilpatrIck vs.. VIM. Hortop
and VIM. Hortop, executor; foreclosure.
Janella Foster VS.. William Foster; di-
vorce.
James Fergus VS.. X. ID. Warner; fore
closure.
w. j. Rafter W.. Gilt Edge. MiningCu: lien.
II. II. Monahan VI. Fergus county; aI,-
peal.
Jas. A. Emery Va. Willuwdaie Ranch Go;
debt.
Andrew j. Mason W. Willowdale Ranch
Co; debt.
Levi Perrine ys. Willowdale Ranch Co;
debt.
Burr Clark Va. Gilt Edge Mining 60; lien.
Silverman Bros. vs.. James Wea yer and
William Sha ules; debt.
Geo. V. Diebl vs. II. p. Brooks appeal.
Robt. Morrison and Mary A. Morrison
VS.. b W. Poole, assignee; debt.
Robt, Morr,son and Mary A. Morrison
VS.. T. A. Sloan. ct al debt.
Wm. Atkins We. Joseph Kidd debt.
B. W. Poole, assignee Va. Frank Kaelin;
debt.
Frank Moshner Va. Thos. Micho. debt.
Minnie }. Duncan VS.. VIM. II. Duncan;
divorce.
Montana Sa wings bank W.. W. b. Peck:
foreclosure.
Montana Savings hank Va, Julius Balm;
foreclosure.
Butts Bros. & Mosher W. j. +. ARNOLD;
debt.
Cliff Lindsey W. Fergus county; appeal.
JURORS.
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06
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Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1894-09-06

Congressman Wilson says he "feels
greatly fatigued." Well, if he only
knew how the country feels.