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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
16
Western Montana office of the Standard is at 119 West Main Street Minoula Montana. Telephone number 11. Advertising rates furnished on application.
Missoula paper reports a district court clerk may face issuing a marriage license to a girl under 16 who has been married before with her mother’s consent. The mother, still guardian after the divorce, does not want the same suitor for the second marriage. The case hinges on whether consent can be given for a new license before the girl reaches 16.
A worker on a track, struck by a crowbar that sprang loose, was initially believed dead but remained conscious after a train passed. He is known as the tailor who measures customers for garments at the Golden Rule and will be in town today tomorrow and Monday.
The Missoula board of county commissioners met at 10 am and approved a deed to school district No 1 for one acre more or less in section 14 township 13 north range 19 west. They ordered removal of 1894 and 1895 taxes on lots 23 and 24 in block 7 South Missoula from the assessment roll. The board also approved a deed to Alice B. Sanders for lots 20 to 24, block 7, South Missoula, signed Sept 24, 1900.
Daniel E. Bandmann returns to Missoula to discover boxes of Red McIntosh apples in excellent condition on his farm east of the city. He notes dealers are surprised by the apples’ primeness, which he attributes to careful wrapping before cellar storage.
Mayor A M Stevens urges Missoula residents to observe Tuesday afternoon April 29 as a half holiday by closing schools and businesses and planting trees shrubs and flowers. He argues earlier observance benefits gardens streets and parks and teaches local children a lasting civic lesson.
Missoula post office lists unclaimed letters for the week ending April 22 1902. Names include Anderson Walter Bartlett Miss Babe Benson Charles Burns James Connors Mary P Cabe Jacob Coppers William Don D Davis Mise Ella Enfield Fred two entries Frazer Sid Flynn M D Garity Mrs James Grant Mrs Mary A Graham Nellie Gibbins Omer Harman H Hewitt Theodore Johnston Grant Johnston John A Jones Monroe Jones Morgan Lobaugh J M Larson Andrew Moon Miss Sophia Marlin Mrs Olive McCrery Mrs John Murphy Mrs S G Matycek Frank G Newquist Charles Neubert Miss Sadie Ostrand er Miss Irene Postal Louis Secord William Seandling Mrs James Stevenson Clayton C Sucy Alfred E Thompson H N Taylor William Wood Mrs William White Miss Jamesie Wedel Henry C Wattles Austin Zembower Mrs C I George H Keep Postmaster Double tube tire 5 dollars McBride s
Snaps from Missoula on April 24 report the vacant lot jumping at the Hammond block making the land office the town’s most popular spot. People ask about other land possibilities and await Judge Webster of the probate court to decide the case, expected to be heard soon.
Passing Through Missoula April 24 Jesse Pruden visits from Wallace Idaho where he has lived and held a water right. He plans to start his own business in Lewis town after leaving Thompson where he once ranched and sold his interests.
The Western Montana report notes spotted fever cases as a prompt to the state board of health to probe the disease and its remedy. Last year efforts by a druggist and a veterinary surgeon led to unsatisfactory results, highlighting the need for a clearer inquiry.
An adjourned Missoula council meeting approved a $3 per capita poll tax levy and granted J. P. Reinhard a permit for a two story brick building on West Cedar. Discussion covered an arc light at Bitter Root crossing and sidewalk realignments near the hospital. The old council will meet Friday evening to finish business before the new council starts Monday.
The Foresters held a large smoker at Ellis' hall in Missoula. Guests enjoyed games and a musical program by Professor Johnson. Richard Westby celebrated his 50th birthday with fine cigars as friends wished him many more such events.
In the Land Office J W King of Iron Mountain filed a timber and stone entry for 40 acres near his home. Charles J Anderson of De Borgia filed for 160 acres. Homestead entries were made by L Perry for 80 acres, Guy Bradford 160 acres, and J P Cleary 160 acres, all of Victor.
A terse shopper note promotes low prices at the Golden Rule store with a promise of affordable salt measures and quick service. The ad hints at taking measurements and paying little money for the item.
From the capital, Major Smead of the athead reservation arrived back in Missoula today after official business at the national capital. He reports a busy Washington and says he enjoyed the visit, meeting several prominent city men during his stay.
The Humane Society reports ongoing investigations into cruelty to animals. One man has been arrested for overworking a horse to death, and a dog shot by an identified man is under review after witnesses testified. A separate case involves a man seen beating a horse near South Missoula as it’s driven home.
S Fortier from the Bozeman agricultural station spent a few minutes in Missoula en route to Hamilton today. He will take water measurements on the river near Hamilton and attend to irrigation matters before spending a day or two in Missoula.
A baseball game at the university grounds ends with the high school team defeating the university 15 to 9. Gill Hey fron and McDonald pitched for the university while Scanders and Harley pitched for the high school. Jones caught for the university and Harley caught for the high school.
Sid J. Coffee, president of the Montana State Pharmaceutical Association, set August 12 for the next annual meeting in Hutte. The event aims to unite Montana pharmacists, attract large new memberships, and showcase features with the Silver Bow Retail Drug Association as guests plus an entertainment program.
Missoula reports the Rocky Mountain division of the Northern Pacific receives a new passenger engine numbered 247 from New York works. The unit is of the same class and power as the 2008 locomotive now in service. Two more engines of the same class are expected soon.
John Ancher an elderly man from Helmville who sought medical help for a sore ear was found dying in his Rankin hotel room in Missoula on April 24. A nurse attends him, with fears he may not survive until morning.
In Missoula on April 24 nitroglycerine drops were found on the sidewalk while moving a door from the flour mill safe damaged by Kirkwood and Fisher. The second attempt is indicated as dangerous materials were poured into the door. The door and new safe parts were received and will be refitted this week.
Missoula April 24 J M Rhodes received notice via the Standard that he is appointed receiver of the United States land office at Miles City He travels westward for a brief visit to the coast and will return to Miles City to assume his duties later Crescent bicycles noted at Missoula Hardware Company.
FE Howard, suspected to have smallpox yesterday in his West Main Street room, today developed measles. The quarantine was lifted from the house and the door to Howard's room was closed.
The funeral for James House was held today at J. M. Lucy’s undertaking rooms and burial followed in Missoula cemetery. Rev. George Stewart of the Episcopal church conducted the rites as a large number of friends attended.
The sale of the Manheim block on West Main Street to W A Mentrum was completed today via the Winstanley agency in Missoula. Mr Manheim plans to vacate promptly and move with his family to Seattle where he has purchased a large business.
Missoula police seized Wilson nicknamed the Irish Lord tonight after a warrant followed his evasion of a town order. He had been in a red light district hiding for several days with a local woman aiding him.
Missoula will be represented at the Grand Army meeting in Helena. W. H. Reed represents the lodge at Carlton. Representing Missoula are W. H. Dickinson C. B. Newberry and R. H. Raymer.
Missoula April 24 L W Grantier a NP locomotive shop carpenter smashed a big toe while working on a cab and was forced to take time off. It marks the second similar accident in two days at the shops.
A listing notes Chicago apparel that combines fit and fashion with reasonable prices. Measurements taken at the Golden Rule, from Jay, promise options for tomorrow or Monday shopping.
The Smead property in South Missoula was sold today to Mrs. Kenneth Ross of Missoula for $7,000. The buyer plans to occupy the residence soon, and the parcel is described as one of the finest in the area.
M. R. Rutherford is planting large trees in front of his South Missoula home. The trees were removed from the Lucy yard on South Third Street where they had stood for nearly ten years.
In Missoula on April 24 a Japanese laborer on the Northern Pacific suffered injuries and was brought to the company hospital for treatment. The report notes the incident occurred during daily rail work and lists no further details about the severity or cause.
A brief note directs readers to send mail orders to the Golden Rule in Missoula. The item records a postal instruction with no additional context or dates.
Advertisement lists wall paper 20 cents per double roll and two coats paint 14 cents per yard from L N Simons.
J. C. McLeod a leading Philipsburg merchant visited Missoula on business and noted a large class of potential shoppers or prospects. The report hints at growing commercial optimism in the region.
In the burg a social order of fawns aims to join the Elks. A larger meeting is planned in Missouri soon to admit another class, with the exact date in the first part of next month yet to be decided.
Major M. M. Mc Cauley, longtime resident of the Four Mile district near Missoula, died at his ranch after weeks of illness. Born in Ireland in 1924, he emigrated at 15, sought fortune during the 1849 gold rush, moved to Montana in 1868, and later served briefly as Indian agent at Flathead. He leaves a wife, three sons Robert George Charley and a daughter Mrs. Will J. Legan. Funeral arrangements are set for tomorrow.
In Lake City Colp, Italian miner Frank Nicolli shot and killed Mrs. Stockder wife of Hidden Treasure mine superintendent Moritz Stockder then killed himself. Nicolli, formerly employed at the mine, blamed Mrs. Stockder for his discharge. She locked herself in a bedroom but he broke in and shot her three times before turning the pistol on himself.
The papal briefs establishing the diocese of Sioux City Iowa and appointing Very Rev. Dr. Philip J. Garrigan as bishop have arrived and been delivered to the bishop-elect by Cardinal Martinelli. Garrigan will be consecrated in Springfield Mass on May 25.
Sheriff Prescott returned from Warm Springs with William Conroy who was judged insane yesterday in district court. Despite earlier resistance from the elderly man the escort went without trouble as the officer guided him to the agreed destination.
Missoula reports a leading member states the charter of the Cockfighters union will be retained and the group will stay intact despite public opposition. The rumor that the charter was surrendered is denied.
W H Yerrick, long absent in the East, expects to return in a few days to act on a contract for erecting his building at Cedar and Stevens streets in Missoula. He makes his semiannual East trips to stay current with business methods.
London April 4 A J Balfour government leader answered a House question on trusts growth in England and whether a committee would be appointed to inquire. He said the government did not think the subject ripe for the suggested inquiry at present.
Missoula April 24. A special union meeting of team owners decided to keep the nine-hour work day, rejecting a move to strike for an eight-hour day.
Harry Allen, a delegate to the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers national convention, leaves Missoula for Norfolk, Va. The trip will last several weeks with a East Coast tour before joining wife Mrs. Allen and the children in Dakota.
District court adjourned for the term. John Daily the state boiler inspector in city Thursday. J Purtle and J O Hanratty noted lumber men. Way Down East company performed tonight. J C Fairchild Northern Pacific tax man in city from Tacoma. Guy Bradford and J P Cleary among Victor citizens. B R Williams returned to Florence ranch after visit. Mrs J K Wood left for Butte and Fargo N D for weeks. John Berry improving from spotted fever. Samuel Bellew to report city treasurer's books in May. No 3 arrived in two sections, heavy train, late. Charles Savage civil engineer to Marys ville for summer mining camp. First National Bank sold lots to Orville G England for 3000 dollars. A L Stone improving after illness.
April 24 Missoula reports riot among jailed prisoners after Kirkwood and Fisher threw coffee at a jail trusty. Sheriff Prescott intervened to quell the disturbance. Kirkwood, Fisher, and others are described as ring leaders of a criminal gang. A preliminary hearing is expected for John Stett and Will Carlton. Deputy Kelly and Officer McGregor captured an alleged burglar, Frederick Walter, who claimed the name Ira Winters. Winters, arrested at Kittie McKenzie's cabin, admitted he was from Butte after initial denial. Sheriff Furey will pursue the case tonight.
A playful verse notes Yankee Doodle arriving on a mule to acquire a salt measure, finding it at the Golden Rule. The quip blends whimsy with a local shop reference and a folksy cadence. No further details available.
The aunt of Emperor William II, Landgravine Anna of Hesse, recently converted to Catholicism, has been in Rome in incognito to avoid Quirinal calls and will be received by the pope on April 25.
Senhor Ta Veira the Portuguese charge informs the state department of the arrival of Visconti de Aire the newly appointed Portuguese minister who relieves Senhor Santos Thierso. The new minister is expected to appear at the state department tomorrow.
A first person account recalls a restless African night with animal sounds and wary camp life. Hyenas and jackals cry, zebras stampede, lions prowl near the tents, and hippos complicate camp preparations as sleep breaks and wary talk continues.
Mrs James Lewis Beard wife of a former member of G A Crosby Co of Chicago orders a library for her Port Huron Michigan home costing 50 60 dollars and to be among the finest in the United States A kiosk shaped library building is added to the residence to house the books An agent is sent to Europe to select bindings to suit Mrs Beard's taste.
Thomas Nelson Page related a tale about an English bishop in a third class carriage who heard a man swear in an extraordinary, picturesque way. The bishop asked where the skill came from, and the man answered that it cannot be learned, it is a gift.
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